Lawrenceville gears up for a festive season with its first-ever "Holiday Happenings in The DTL," a series of events set to light up downtown from November 28 through December 7. According to a city announcement, the ten-day celebration is loaded with activities for all ages, boasting experiences from a historic tree lighting ceremony to a unique Santaverse™ Story Party collaboration.
Events kick off with Gwinnett County's 37th Annual Lighting of the Great Tree and welcome a wide variety of attractions spread throughout the week. Mayor David Still expressed excitement for the lineup, stating "The Holiday Happenings in The DTL reflect the heart of Lawrenceville—community, generosity, and celebration,” in a statement obtained by Lawrenceville's official website. Shops and restaurants are throwing sales, like "Reimagine Black Friday," and residents can enjoy live music, interactive experiences, and an array of shopping opportunities during this community-centric holiday spree.
The city's announcement highlights that on December 1, Crogan Plaza will transform into a "Winter Wonderland" with snow effects and entertainment by DJ Cozy Shawn. The local community is also offered a chance to contribute to charity through the Festival of Trees, where donated items serve as votes for the favorite Christmas tree, decorated by local businesses. The young and young at heart have the chance to interact with their favorite Christmas characters at the Santaverse™ Story Party.
Among the mixture of events, Lawrenceville has also factored in opportunities for giving back like the Salvation Army Angel Tree located at Lawrenceville City Hall, where individuals can support children or families in need during the Christmas season. The local Aurora Theatre spices up the concluding days with a display of Colombian-inspired candlelight celebration, Noche de Velas. All of these activities are part of what Mayor David Still described “This is a time to come together with family, friends, and neighbors to embrace the season’s joy and create lasting memories while supporting our local scene and giving back to those in need,” according to the city's press release.
For a complete rundown of the Holiday Happenings and more information on each event, interested parties can visit the Downtown Lawrenceville website.
