[ December 04, 2025 ] A very merry Pickens County weekend that you don't want to miss! The holiday season is in full swing here in Pickens County, and this weekend is packed with festive fun, traditions, live music, local shopping, and Christmas magic around every corner.

THIS WEEKEND'S HIGHLIGHTS by VISIT PICKENS

Thursday, December 4
The holiday fun begins with the opening of Christmas Lights & More at Blackwater Station in Talking Rock! Starting at 5:30 PM, enjoy thousands of twinkling lights, Christmas movies, a fire pit with s'mores, and special appearances from Santa and the Grinch (Entry fee required). You can also get creative with a DIY Holiday Greeting Cards session at the Pickens County Library.

Friday, December 6
Friday is the perfect night for holiday culture. Catch a performance of the seasonal show, A Little Christmas Spirit (Ticketed), by the Tater Patch Players at 7:30 PM. For a unique night out, reserve a spot for the Christmas Twilight Dinner Music Tour at The Tate House. Be sure to check out the Robbins Family Christmas Light Display & Maze near the Jeepfest Location as well.

Saturday, December 7
Saturday offers a packed day of fun, food, and music!

Festive Activities: Dive into the season with a Holiday Ornament Glaze Day at Everywhen or the "Healthy for the Holidays" Cooking Workshop at Woodbridge General Store.

Live Music Lineup: Enjoy great tunes across the county: Catch The Shetlands at Talking Rock Brewery, Layne Denton at Fainting Goat Vineyards, Pat Coletta (Tennessee Tucker) at Canoe Vineyard & Winery, Shufflejunkies Blues Jam and Outside the Perimeter at Rocco's Pub, and more!

Sunday, December 8,
The weekend culminates in the highly anticipated Night of Lights Christmas Parade in Downtown Jasper at 6 PM! This spectacular event is the perfect way to cap off the holiday weekend. Earlier in the day, you can enjoy the Chili Cook-Off in the Town of Talking Rock, catch the matinee performance of A Little Christmas Spirit by the Tater Patch Players , or attend the annual Tour of Homes in the Dogwood Trace Subdivision.

For a complete look at all of the weekend's events and details, check out Visit Pickens.