Kennesaw holiday events: Tree lighting, free pics with Santa, parade, menorah lighting, more
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The city of Kennesaw kicks off the holiday season with its Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6 p.m.
The event takes place at Depot Park and is FREE to attend.
Enjoy choir performances, festive music, and a visit from Santa. (Bring your camera!)
The tree lights up at 7 p.m.
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Depot Park Holiday Extravaganza
Depot Park transforms into a glowing winter wonderland with more than 100,000 lights, including a sparkling tunnel, towering toy soldiers, and a festive sleigh—perfect for seasonal photo ops.
The Holiday Extravaganza runs from December 1 through January 11.
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Depot Park is located at:
2828 Cherokee Street NW
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Kennesaw Holly Days Parade & pictures with Santa
Families can enjoy a festive day with the Kennesaw Holly Days Parade and Santa on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
The parade starts at 11:30 a.m. and features floats, marching bands, and plenty of holiday cheer. This free, family-friendly event takes place in Downtown Kennesaw.
After the parade, head to Depot Park for holiday photos with Santa.
Free Walk-Up Photos: Available from 12:30–2:30 PM.
Space is limited, and photos are not guaranteed after 2:30 PM.
Reserved Photo Sessions: $15 per session includes a 4–5 minute visit with Santa and a digital photo download. Registration opens November 1. Only one person per family (up to 8 people) needs to register. Please bring a printed or digital receipt for check-in.
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Menorah Lighting
Join the City of Kennesaw, in partnership with Chabad of Kennesaw, for the Menorah Lighting at the Main Street Plaza on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM.
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