Did you know there was a small town in Georgia named Santa Claus? Hard to believe, but it’s true. This small town, with an even smaller population, may just be the most festive place in the state come Christmastime. Take a look at this charming little town, and why people will drive from hundreds of miles away, just to drop a letter in their bright red mailbox. Who can blame them? It’s the best winter town in Georgia, and this tiny town has truly proven how incredible small, joyful spaces can be.
This tiny town of less than 300 residents turns into a Christmastime winter wonderland every year, arguably making it the best winter town in Georgia.
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The city of Santa Claus, Georgia was incorporated 1941, with the help of State Representative Thomas F. Fuller.
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Each year, people drive from all over the state just to mail their children and family members letters from Santa Claus, Georgia.
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In fact, if you drop off your holiday cards at City Hall, they will stamp a red-inked postmark featuring Santa Claus himself and send the card to its final destination.
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But if you are looking for something a bit more festive to partake in at Santa Claus, Georgia, then you might want to visit on Christmas Eve.
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Open to the public, the residents of Santa Claus line the streets with luminaries and lights, creating a bright pathway for Santa Claus to land his sleigh. How fun!
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The city even has incredibly festive street names like Candy Cane Road, Dancer Street, Prancer Street, and Rudolph Way.
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Even Santa Claus City Hall is located on 25 December Drive, and guess what—the decorations are up year-round.
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Visiting this tiny city during the most wonderful time of year is sure to be a memorable adventure.
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While there may be a few other Santa Claus cities in the country (Arizona and Indiana), the little one in Georgia may just be the best.
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I don’t know about you, but driving through Santa Claus, Georgia sounds like the perfect holiday adventure. Do you want to visit this tiny city? Click on the map below for some solid GPS directions.
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Address: Santa Claus, GA 30436, USA
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Best Winter Town In Georgia October 19, 2019 Meghan Kraft What other places are the most festive towns in Georgia? Georgia, though a southern and fairly warm state, still knows how to celebrate the chillier holiday months with gusto. Whether you’re visiting Santa Claus, as mentioned above, or making your way to the Spanish moss strewn Savannah, there’s all sorts of fun Christmas towns scattered throughout the state. For some of the most festive towns in Georgia, we’d recommend not only Helen and Dahlonega, but also Pine Mountain, fun-loving Gainesville and Austell. What are the best things to do for Christmas in Georgia? Christmas in Georgia is both unique and highly enjoyable. Since you won’t be worrying about snow and ice, you can indulge in the fun at the Holiday in the Park, hosted by Six Flags, without too many layers. Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights is always a good call, especially since it boasts a 45 minute drive that can be all sorts of cozy throughout the season. The Tybee Island Floating Christmas Parade makes for all sorts of quirky fun, and the Garden Lights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden is a truly unique experience. hat kinds of activities can I do in winter in Georgia? Winter in Georgia doesn’t have to be just walks through museums and bundling up against the late winter chill. Go hiking on Blood Mountain, or perhaps head to Cloudland Canyon to indulge in a frozen waterfall view. The The Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl is a winter Georgia tradition, so buy your tickets early and watch the teams duke it out, Georgia-style! Springer Mountain has beautiful, snowy views, and an afternoon at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens boasts not only an indulgent view of holiday lights, but the promise of a warm afternoon.
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Best Winter Town In Georgia
October 19, 2019
Meghan Kraft
What other places are the most festive towns in Georgia? Georgia, though a southern and fairly warm state, still knows how to celebrate the chillier holiday months with gusto. Whether you’re visiting Santa Claus, as mentioned above, or making your way to the Spanish moss strewn Savannah, there’s all sorts of fun Christmas towns scattered throughout the state. For some of the most festive towns in Georgia, we’d recommend not only Helen and Dahlonega, but also Pine Mountain, fun-loving Gainesville and Austell. What are the best things to do for Christmas in Georgia? Christmas in Georgia is both unique and highly enjoyable. Since you won’t be worrying about snow and ice, you can indulge in the fun at the Holiday in the Park, hosted by Six Flags, without too many layers. Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights is always a good call, especially since it boasts a 45 minute drive that can be all sorts of cozy throughout the season. The Tybee Island Floating Christmas Parade makes for all sorts of quirky fun, and the Garden Lights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden is a truly unique experience. hat kinds of activities can I do in winter in Georgia? Winter in Georgia doesn’t have to be just walks through museums and bundling up against the late winter chill. Go hiking on Blood Mountain, or perhaps head to Cloudland Canyon to indulge in a frozen waterfall view. The The Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl is a winter Georgia tradition, so buy your tickets early and watch the teams duke it out, Georgia-style! Springer Mountain has beautiful, snowy views, and an afternoon at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens boasts not only an indulgent view of holiday lights, but the promise of a warm afternoon.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Georgia, though a southern and fairly warm state, still knows how to celebrate the chillier holiday months with gusto. Whether you’re visiting Santa Claus, as mentioned above, or making your way to the Spanish moss strewn Savannah, there’s all sorts of fun Christmas towns scattered throughout the state. For some of the most festive towns in Georgia, we’d recommend not only Helen and Dahlonega, but also Pine Mountain, fun-loving Gainesville and Austell.
What are the best things to do for Christmas in Georgia?
Christmas in Georgia is both unique and highly enjoyable. Since you won’t be worrying about snow and ice, you can indulge in the fun at the Holiday in the Park, hosted by Six Flags, without too many layers. Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights is always a good call, especially since it boasts a 45 minute drive that can be all sorts of cozy throughout the season. The Tybee Island Floating Christmas Parade makes for all sorts of quirky fun, and the Garden Lights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden is a truly unique experience.
hat kinds of activities can I do in winter in Georgia?
Winter in Georgia doesn’t have to be just walks through museums and bundling up against the late winter chill. Go hiking on Blood Mountain, or perhaps head to Cloudland Canyon to indulge in a frozen waterfall view. The The Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl is a winter Georgia tradition, so buy your tickets early and watch the teams duke it out, Georgia-style! Springer Mountain has beautiful, snowy views, and an afternoon at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens boasts not only an indulgent view of holiday lights, but the promise of a warm afternoon.
