Events calendar

Santa’s Calling

If you’d like Santa and his elves to call your child(ren) this year, please complete a Santa’s Calling request form on the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency website. 

Hugs in a Blanket

The WREC

Through 12/14, Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency is accepting new blankets and slipper socks for residents of Cherokee County nursing centers. 

Small Town: Small Works

Reeves House Gallery

Through December 23, this exhibition gives community members the chance to get to know the work of talented artists from Woodstock and the surrounding 

Santa’s Mailbox

The Park at City Center gazebo

If your child would like to send a letter to Santa Claus, just drop it in the special Santa mailbox in downtown Woodstock. Word has it that you 

Ice Skating at the Mill’s “Rink on the River”

The Mill on Etowah

Bring the family out for this fun winter activity! $10 children/ $12.50 adults. Please visit the website for specific times, 

Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

City of Canton Collection Site

The City of Canton recycles Christmas trees. FREE! Drop off live trees without lights or decorations. 

Santa’s Letters

The WREC

Would you like Santa to send your child a special letter? If so, drop off letters to Santa at the North Pole mailbox in the Cherokee County 

Holiday Lights at Veterans Park

Cherokee Veterans Park

Take a ride in your car through a two-mile light show featuring two drive-thru tunnels, animated Christmas displays, and over two million 

Holiday Lights of Hope

Hobgood Park

This event features a huge walk-thru Christmas light display with more than two million lights, a light maze, and visits with Santa. It’s the 

A Christmas Carol

Woodstock Arts Theatre

Enjoy this hit musical based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name. 

Santa’s Calling

If you’d like Santa and his elves to call your child(ren) this year, please complete a Santa’s Calling request form on the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency website. 

Hugs in a Blanket

The WREC

Through 12/14, Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency is accepting new blankets and slipper socks for residents of Cherokee County nursing centers. 

Small Town: Small Works

Reeves House Gallery

Through December 23, this exhibition gives community members the chance to get to know the work of talented artists from Woodstock and the surrounding 

Santa’s Mailbox

The Park at City Center gazebo

If your child would like to send a letter to Santa Claus, just drop it in the special Santa mailbox in downtown Woodstock. Word has it that you 

Ice Skating at the Mill’s “Rink on the River”

The Mill on Etowah

Bring the family out for this fun winter activity! $10 children/ $12.50 adults. Please visit the website for specific times, 

Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

City of Canton Collection Site

The City of Canton recycles Christmas trees. FREE! Drop off live trees without lights or decorations. 

Woodstock Walkers

Dupree Park

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Ages 50+. 8:00am, Dupree Park, 513 Neese Road, Woodstock. WoodstockGa.gov

Santa’s Letters

The WREC

Would you like Santa to send your child a special letter? If so, drop off letters to Santa at the North Pole mailbox in the Cherokee County 

Holiday Lights at Veterans Park

Cherokee Veterans Park

Take a ride in your car through a two-mile light show featuring two drive-thru tunnels, animated Christmas displays, and over two million 

Holiday Lights of Hope

Hobgood Park

This event features a huge walk-thru Christmas light display with more than two million lights, a light maze, and visits with Santa. It’s the 

Ongoing MilVet Meetup

Reformation Brewery - Woodstock

This Cherokee County group was established to build a local community for military and veterans. 

A Christmas Carol

Woodstock Arts Theatre

Enjoy this hit musical based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name. 

Santa’s Calling

If you’d like Santa and his elves to call your child(ren) this year, please complete a Santa’s Calling request form on the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency website. 

Hugs in a Blanket

The WREC

Through 12/14, Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency is accepting new blankets and slipper socks for residents of Cherokee County nursing centers. 

Small Town: Small Works

Reeves House Gallery

Through December 23, this exhibition gives community members the chance to get to know the work of talented artists from Woodstock and the surrounding 

Santa’s Mailbox

The Park at City Center gazebo

If your child would like to send a letter to Santa Claus, just drop it in the special Santa mailbox in downtown Woodstock. Word has it that you 

Ice Skating at the Mill’s “Rink on the River”

The Mill on Etowah

Bring the family out for this fun winter activity! $10 children/ $12.50 adults. Please visit the website for specific times, 

Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

City of Canton Collection Site

The City of Canton recycles Christmas trees. FREE! Drop off live trees without lights or decorations. 

Holiday Lights at Veterans Park

Cherokee Veterans Park

Take a ride in your car through a two-mile light show featuring two drive-thru tunnels, animated Christmas displays, and over two million 

Holiday Lights of Hope

Hobgood Park

This event features a huge walk-thru Christmas light display with more than two million lights, a light maze, and visits with Santa. It’s the 

Holiday Open House - Ball Ground

Ball Ground Library

Kick off the season and bring your camera to take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy a drink from the hot chocolate bar, and participate in festive activities with your community. All ages are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. 

A Christmas Carol

Woodstock Arts Theatre

Enjoy this hit musical based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name. 

Santa’s Calling

If you’d like Santa and his elves to call your child(ren) this year, please complete a Santa’s Calling request form on the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency website. 

Hugs in a Blanket

The WREC

Through 12/14, Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency is accepting new blankets and slipper socks for residents of Cherokee County nursing centers. 

Small Town: Small Works

Reeves House Gallery

Through December 23, this exhibition gives community members the chance to get to know the work of talented artists from Woodstock and the surrounding 

Santa’s Mailbox

The Park at City Center gazebo

If your child would like to send a letter to Santa Claus, just drop it in the special Santa mailbox in downtown Woodstock. Word has it that you 

Ice Skating at the Mill’s “Rink on the River”

The Mill on Etowah

Bring the family out for this fun winter activity! $10 children/ $12.50 adults. Please visit the website for specific times, 

Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

City of Canton Collection Site

The City of Canton recycles Christmas trees. FREE! Drop off live trees without lights or decorations. 

Woodstock Walkers

Dupree Park

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Ages 50+. 8:00am, Dupree Park, 513 Neese Road, Woodstock. WoodstockGa.gov

Canton Business Club Meeting

Reformation Brewery - Woodstock

Each Wednesday morning. 8:00am, Reformation Brewery, 225 Reformation Parkway, Suite 500, Canton. Facebook.com/CantonBusinessClub

1 Million Cups

The Circuit

The first and third Wednesday of the month, attend this FREE program designed to educate, engage, and accelerate early-stage startups. 

Unwind Wednesday

No need to cook dinner! Enjoy a variety of food trucks, craft vendors, live music, and an amazing playground.

Holiday Open House - R.T. Jones

R.T. Jones Library

Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus to tell them all about what you’d like for Christmas this year. Don’t forget to take a picture!

Holiday Lights at Veterans Park

Cherokee Veterans Park

Take a ride in your car through a two-mile light show featuring two drive-thru tunnels, animated Christmas displays, and over two million 

Holiday Lights of Hope

Hobgood Park

This event features a huge walk-thru Christmas light display with more than two million lights, a light maze, and visits with Santa. It’s the 

A Christmas Carol

Woodstock Arts Theatre

Enjoy this hit musical based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name. 

Santa’s Calling

If you’d like Santa and his elves to call your child(ren) this year, please complete a Santa’s Calling request form on the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency website. 

Hugs in a Blanket

The WREC

Through 12/14, Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency is accepting new blankets and slipper socks for residents of Cherokee County nursing centers. 

Small Town: Small Works

Reeves House Gallery

Through December 23, this exhibition gives community members the chance to get to know the work of talented artists from Woodstock and the surrounding 

WIT!

Woodstock Arts Theatre

The Woodstock Arts Improv Troupe will have audiences rolling down the aisle with laughter. Tickets $10-$14. 7:30pm,

Santa’s Mailbox

The Park at City Center gazebo

If your child would like to send a letter to Santa Claus, just drop it in the special Santa mailbox in downtown Woodstock. Word has it that you 

Ice Skating at the Mill’s “Rink on the River”

The Mill on Etowah

Bring the family out for this fun winter activity! $10 children/ $12.50 adults. Please visit the website for specific times, 

Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

City of Canton Collection Site

The City of Canton recycles Christmas trees. FREE! Drop off live trees without lights or decorations. 

YPOW AM

The Circuit

YPOW AM — Thursdays. Young professionals. FREE event. Please register since space is limited. Networking, featuring an informal chat with a local leader. 7:00-8:30am, 

Woodstock Business Club Meeting

Reformation Brewery - Woodstock

Each Thursday morning, come together with fellow business owners, professionals, and entrepreneurs to make positive changes in business and the community. 8:30am, 

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

Little River United Methodist Church

On the second Thursday of each month, gather with other caregivers from the greater Woodstock community. 

Senior Citizen Winter Ball

R.T. Jones Library

Senior citizens are invited to Events on Main (145 W. Main Street, Suite 100) in Canton to enjoy live holiday music, holiday crafts, and tasty treats. This program is for ages 55+.

Holiday Lights at Veterans Park

Cherokee Veterans Park

Take a ride in your car through a two-mile light show featuring two drive-thru tunnels, animated Christmas displays, and over two million 

Holiday Lights of Hope

Hobgood Park

This event features a huge walk-thru Christmas light display with more than two million lights, a light maze, and visits with Santa. It’s the 

Mistletoe on Main

Cannon Park

Experience Christmas in Canton like you would have in the past. Enjoy a complimentary wagon ride through downtown, as you take in the lights and holiday decor. 

Thursday Night Trivia

Reformation Brewery - Woodstock

Gather your dream team and compete weekly for first, second, and third-place prizes! 

Trivia Night

The Mill on Etowah

Each Thursday night, gather your dream team and compete for prizes. 7:00-9:00pm, 

A Christmas Carol

Woodstock Arts Theatre

Enjoy this hit musical based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name. 

Santa’s Calling

If you’d like Santa and his elves to call your child(ren) this year, please complete a Santa’s Calling request form on the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency website. 

Hugs in a Blanket

The WREC

Through 12/14, Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency is accepting new blankets and slipper socks for residents of Cherokee County nursing centers. 

Small Town: Small Works

Reeves House Gallery

Through December 23, this exhibition gives community members the chance to get to know the work of talented artists from Woodstock and the surrounding 

Santa’s Mailbox

The Park at City Center gazebo

If your child would like to send a letter to Santa Claus, just drop it in the special Santa mailbox in downtown Woodstock. Word has it that you 

Ice Skating at the Mill’s “Rink on the River”

The Mill on Etowah

Bring the family out for this fun winter activity! $10 children/ $12.50 adults. Please visit the website for specific times, 

Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

City of Canton Collection Site

The City of Canton recycles Christmas trees. FREE! Drop off live trees without lights or decorations. 

Woodstock Walkers

Dupree Park

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Ages 50+. 8:00am, Dupree Park, 513 Neese Road, Woodstock. WoodstockGa.gov

Upcycled Ornaments

Ball Ground Library

People of all ages and skill levels are invited to make their own unique ornaments, using upcycled donated materials. Reduce waste and create freely! Materials are provided.

Holiday Lights at Veterans Park

Cherokee Veterans Park

Take a ride in your car through a two-mile light show featuring two drive-thru tunnels, animated Christmas displays, and over two million 

Holiday Lights of Hope

Hobgood Park

This event features a huge walk-thru Christmas light display with more than two million lights, a light maze, and visits with Santa. It’s the 

Christmas in Canton

Cannon Park

Activities include visits with Santa, live reindeer, a petting zoo, face painting, a balloon artist, a s’mores station, inflatables, and a cookie station. 

A Christmas Carol

Woodstock Arts Theatre

Enjoy this hit musical based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name. 

A Christmas Carol

Canton Theatre

Kudzu Players present a staged version of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge. Tickets are $20/$18 groups of 10+. 8:00pm

Santa’s Calling

If you’d like Santa and his elves to call your child(ren) this year, please complete a Santa’s Calling request form on the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency website. 

Hugs in a Blanket

The WREC

Through 12/14, Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency is accepting new blankets and slipper socks for residents of Cherokee County nursing centers. 

Small Town: Small Works

Reeves House Gallery

Through December 23, this exhibition gives community members the chance to get to know the work of talented artists from Woodstock and the surrounding 

Santa’s Mailbox

The Park at City Center gazebo

If your child would like to send a letter to Santa Claus, just drop it in the special Santa mailbox in downtown Woodstock. Word has it that you 

Ice Skating at the Mill’s “Rink on the River”

The Mill on Etowah

Bring the family out for this fun winter activity! $10 children/ $12.50 adults. Please visit the website for specific times, 

Reindeer Run for the Children 5K and Fun Run

Etowah River Park, Canton

Hosted by the Service League of Cherokee County, proceeds from this race benefit children in Cherokee County. 7:00am registration and packet pickup, 

Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

City of Canton Collection Site

The City of Canton recycles Christmas trees. FREE! Drop off live trees without lights or decorations. 

Woodstock Farm Fresh Market

Market Street

Each Saturday, 4/26-12/31, enjoy your hometown farmers market, featuring occasional chef demos 

Swim With the Grinch

Cherokee Aquatic Center

Grow the Grinch’s heart this holiday season by helping to decorate the in-water holiday tree, play pool games, have your picture taken with the Grinch, 

Christmas Hiking Scavenger Hunt

Lewis Park

Bring your holiday spirit and jingle all the way through this holiday-themed scavenger hunt on the trails of Lewis Park. All ages welcome; 

Yoga at the Library

Woodstock Library

Certified yoga instructor Jigna Patel will guide you to a state of total relaxation in this free, hour-long yoga session that is perfect for beginners. Please bring your own mat. This is for ages 17+.

Visit With Santa

Cannon Park

Come see the jolly old elf himself. Don’t forget to bring your camera! 2:00-5:00pm, Cannon Park, 130 E. Main Street, Canton. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

35th Annual Canton GA Optimist Club Merry Market & Christmas Parade

Cannon Park

Enjoy a fun afternoon of shopping, visits with Santa, live entertainment, arts and crafts, food, and other festivities, followed by a fun parade 

Holiday Lights at Veterans Park

Cherokee Veterans Park

Take a ride in your car through a two-mile light show featuring two drive-thru tunnels, animated Christmas displays, and over two million 

Holiday Lights of Hope

Hobgood Park

This event features a huge walk-thru Christmas light display with more than two million lights, a light maze, and visits with Santa. It’s the 

Sounds of the Season

First Baptist Church of Woodstock

Bring the family to enjoy a 50-piece orchestra, 200-voice choir, kids worship choir, and live nativity scene. This night will appeal to all the 

Music at Menagerie

Menagerie on Main

Enjoy an evening under the lights while local musicians share songs and stories. 

A Christmas Carol

Woodstock Arts Theatre

Enjoy this hit musical based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name. 

A Christmas Carol

Canton Theatre

Kudzu Players present a staged version of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge. Tickets are $20/$18 groups of 10+. 8:00pm