Holiday Lights Guide

From softly glowing candlelight to twinkling white lights, there’s no shortage of festive holiday decor in Milledgeville. Grab a cup of warm cocoa, your favorite scarf and load up to take the family to find the best lights in town using our list as your local guide!

Christmas at Georgia's Old Governor’s Mansion

With over 1,500 candles and 1,600 lights, the Christmas tree at Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion is sure to delight! During Christmas at the Mansion, guests are invited to return to the 19th-century era and witness how the elite of Georgia celebrated the Christmas holiday. The rotunda Christmas tree is decorated according to Charles Dickens’ short story “A Christmas Tree” and features ornaments made from natural materials found in the yard or around the house. It’s our prettiest sight of the season!

The Mansion is fully decorated for the holidays and open starting on November 15th- November 26th and December 2nd - December 23rd, 2025 with guided tours offered every hour on the hour. Regular admission rates apply: $10 adults, $7 seniors, $2 students/kids. For an extra special experience, be sure to enjoy the beautiful glow of their candlelight tours and choirs singing in the rotunda. Candlelight tours are at 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. on December 6th and 20th, 2025.  Candlelight tickets must be purchased prior to the tour.

Lockerly in Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Lockerly in Lights, a stunning light display just minutes from downtown Milledgeville. From November 21st through December 20th, guests are invited to take a moonlit stroll every Friday and Saturday night along the illuminated one-mile trail. On Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 27, and Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, the event becomes a drive-through experience, where visitors can take in the twinkling lights and dazzling displays without leaving their car. With trees wrapped in lights and festive scenes tucked throughout the grounds, Lockerly in Lights is a must-see holiday tradition.

Downtown Milledgeville     

After admiring Georgia's Old Governor's Mansion, stroll downtown to take in the sparkle, decorations, and festive shop windows. From statues of Frosty to soldiers to Santa, Milledgeville Main Street works hard to make sure that downtown Milledgeville is overflowing with Christmas cheer! The pièce de résistance is the beautifully lit Christmas tree right in the middle of downtown. For the young and young at heart, do not miss the opportunity to drop a letter to Santa in Main Street’s Christmas mailbox located in front of City Hall.

Historic District

Upon leaving downtown, take the side streets. If at all possible, our rich assortment of historic homes becomes more charming during the holiday season. Many of our historic homes are dressed in their Christmas finery. You'll find remarkable displays of traditional decorations with greenery and red bows mixed in with some modern inflatables, for the kids.

Reindeer Flight School

Located in a residential section of town, the Reindeer Flight School is Baldwin County’s largest light display and is a can’t-miss hometown favorite. With over 40,000 lights, flying reindeer, and photo opportunities at every corner, you’ll have to park the car. Your family will love walking through the twinkling lights and exploring the cheery property! If you want to see Santa before he’s off delivering gifts, your best bet is to come out on Friday and Saturday! The Flight School will begin nightly from December 12th to the 25th at 6:00 p.m. Photo opportunities are abundant, and be sure to climb atop a life-size wooden reindeer. It is sure to brighten up the night, just make sure to get there before 9:00 p.m. when the lights go out!

Don’t miss out on all the lights, laughter, and holiday cheer in Milledgeville this time of year!