Holidays in Norcross: Christmas Village, winter festival, free carriage rides, pics with Santa, more
Image courtesy of City of Norcross
The city of Norcross has a festive holiday line-up planned for the 2024 season, starting with the tree lighting and continuing with the Christmas Village, and plenty of opportunities to snag a free photo with Santa Claus.
You’ll also find a holiday concert, FREE winter carriage rides, and lots of festive fun.
Norcross Holiday Open House
Saturday, November 15, 2025
11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Downtown Norcross business district
The merchants in downtown Norcross are pulling out all the stops with a shopping extravaganza. At the various shops, you’ll find festive decor, free refreshments, door prizes, entertainment, special sales, and more.
More info
Annual Holiday Celebration
Friday, December 5, 2025
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Thrasher Park in downtown Norcross
Enjoy free cocoa and treats, while supplies last.
Santa Claus will arrive on a fire truck and will be available for photos in Thrasher Park, along with his not-so-jolly pal, The Grinch.
There will be free carriage rides (details below) and live music.
On this Friday evening, the downtown merchants and eateries will be open for dinner and shopping.
more info on the event web page
Christmas Village & Winter Festival
Saturday, December 6, 2025
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Downtown Norcross
The 2025 Downtown Norcross Christmas Village is a cheerful winter street festival. During the event, the downtown merchants will run shopping and dining specials.
The day will be decked out with face painting, a petting zoo, photos with Santa, Christmas carolers and more.
Plus, take a free carriage ride through Downtown Norcross (details below).
The downtown streets will be very merry!
Holiday Carriage Rides
Head to charming, historic downtown Norcross this holiday season for a FREE carriage ride — then stay to do some shopping or have a cocktail in the historic Norcross town center. There are also lots of opportunities for a FREE photo with Santa Claus this month.
The carriage rides will take place on Thursdays and Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. — from December 5th to 19th in 2025.
You can board in Skin Alley, behind 45 South Cafe.
You’re welcome to bring a blanket for your lap, if you think you’ll need one.
Enjoy a FREE holiday carriage ride in downtown Norcross this DecemberMore info
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Photos with Santa in downtown Norcross
FREE do-it-yourself photos with Santa (no photographer present):
* Tuesday, Dec. 9
* Tuesday, Dec. 16
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