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Halloween Bash Party at The Waggle
📍 The Atrium at The Mill
Halloween night bash at The Waggle — costume up and celebrate Halloween weekend at The Mill at Crown Garden.
Dalton's Holiday Open House
📍 Downtown Dalton
Downtown Dalton Holiday Open House! Kick off the holiday season with us, November 5–8, 2026, and enjoy a few festive days of shopping local, finding special deals, and getting a head start on your Christmas list! Our downtown merchants will be offering their own special hours, promotions, and deals, so be sure to follow your favorite Downtown Dalton businesses on social media for all the details. Shop local. Support local. Celebrate the season in Downtown Dalton!
Friends of the Library Book Sale — All Ages
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to all ages. Please come join us and see what the Friends of the Library Book Sale has to offer. We have thousands of used books as well as audiobooks and equipment available for sale for reduced prices. Proceeds of the sale go to benefit the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library’s staff, programs, and collections. First Saturday of each month, excluding holidays, @ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there!
Holiday Cards on Canvas — Adults (Spanish Interpreter Available)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Learn how to create personalized, print-ready holiday cards using free online design tools in this beginner-friendly, hands-on class. Wednesday, November 18 @ 11:30 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting
📍 Burr Performing Arts Park
Join us as we kick off the holiday season at the Downtown Dalton Christmas Tree Lighting at Burr Park on Friday, November 27! Kids' activities begin at 5:30 PM, followed by the tree lighting at 6:00 PM. After the tree is lit, families can hop aboard the Polar Express Trolley from 6:15 to 7:15 PM for a festive ride through downtown to the Freight Depot to visit Santa.
Out of the Kitchen, Mrs. Claus
A children's one-act holiday comedy: when Santa injures his back testing a skateboard, Mrs. Claus and Elf Olaf get their chance to take the sleigh out while Santa stays home. Presented by Dalton Little Theatre.
Out of the Kitchen, Mrs. Claus
A children's one-act holiday comedy: when Santa injures his back testing a skateboard, Mrs. Claus and Elf Olaf get their chance to take the sleigh out while Santa stays home. Presented by Dalton Little Theatre.
Out of the Kitchen, Mrs. Claus
A children's one-act holiday comedy: when Santa injures his back testing a skateboard, Mrs. Claus and Elf Olaf get their chance to take the sleigh out while Santa stays home. Presented by Dalton Little Theatre.
Out of the Kitchen, Mrs. Claus
📍 Christ The King Lutheran Church
A children's holiday comedy where Mrs. Claus wants out of the kitchen and onto Santa's sleigh. When Santa injures his back testing a skateboard, Mrs. Claus and Elf Olaf get their chance to deliver. Presented by Dalton Little Theatre.
Christmas with the Austin Family
📍 Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Museum
Holiday Living History Returns! On December 12th, join us for the super-popular Christmas Living History Tour at the Tunnel Hill Heritage Center! Step inside the Clisby Austin House and discover how Christmas was celebrated during the Civil War era. Learn about the Austin family’s holiday traditions and the festive customs passed down through generations. This one-of-a-kind holiday experience seamlessly blends history with the magic of the season—perfect for families, history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a memorable Christmas outing
Out of the Kitchen, Mrs. Claus
📍 Christ The King Lutheran Church
A children's holiday comedy where Mrs. Claus wants out of the kitchen and onto Santa's sleigh. When Santa injures his back testing a skateboard, Mrs. Claus and Elf Olaf get their chance to deliver. Presented by Dalton Little Theatre.
Out of the Kitchen, Mrs. Claus
📍 Christ The King Lutheran Church
A children's holiday comedy where Mrs. Claus wants out of the kitchen and onto Santa's sleigh. When Santa injures his back testing a skateboard, Mrs. Claus and Elf Olaf get their chance to deliver. Presented by Dalton Little Theatre.