Holiday Village Market Featuring Southern Makers
December 5 | Center of Village
Celebrate the season with a festive holiday shopping experience in the center of the resort village. Discover a curated collection of Southern makers and artisans showcasing handcrafted goods, unique gifts and one-of-a-kind finds. Explore local craftsmanship, including a Brackish Custom Hat Pin Pop-Up experience, along with featured makers like Heirloomed, Austin Williams Art, Lousia Guild Jewelry and Holt and Hudson Hats.
Breakfast with Santa
December 19 | 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Santa travels from the North Pole to spend a special festive morning with you. Enjoy a selection of breakfast favorites for all ages while Santa hears your holiday wish list and is available for photos.
Holiday Lights
November 28 - January 2
Enjoy holiday lights under the open sky with a self-guided walking tour of the historic boxwood parterre and Manor House Ruins, illuminated and decorated for the festive season, available for guests to enjoy throughout the month.
Elf Deliveries & Tuck Ins
November 28 - December 24
Santa sends a special elf to create memorable holiday deliveries and tuck-ins for children this festive season. The elf reads children two holiday stories and leaves them with a signed book from Santa, plush keepsake, milk, cookies and a few holiday surprises.
Festive Season at Jules
December 2 - 31 | Jules
Jules Executive Chef Shaun Doty creates a season of festive gatherings with special pre-fixe menus throughout the month of December. Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with a festive dining experience featuring holiday favorites thoughtfully prepared by Chef Shaun Doty and the talented Jules culinary team. All specialty holiday menus will offer a wine pairing designed by Georgia's only master sommelier Michael McNeill.
Stay tuned for more specific plans to be published.
New Year's Eve Dining at Jules
December 31 | Jules
Celebrate New Year's Eve with a curated menu thoughtfully prepared by Chef Shaun Doty and the talented Jules culinary team.
New Year's Eve Party
December 31 | 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. | Georgian Hall
Ring in 2027 at Barnsley Resort with live music from Atlanta favorite Papa Sol in Georgian Hall, followed by a midnight countdown on the lawn with a spectacular drone show.
Price includes two drink tickets, with cash bars available throughout the evening. A special overnight package is available.
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Festive Season at Barnsley Resort 2026
December 2026 & January 2027
Festive Season at Barnsley Resort
Limited Time Offer: Christmas in July
Christmas comes early at Barnsley Resort with 20% savings off best available rates for cottages and 15% savings off best available rates for Inn guest rooms when you book now for a festive stay this holiday season.
Book Online Now
Celebrate the magic of the festive season at Barnsley Resort, where cherished traditions and memorable experiences bring family and friends together. From exceptional holiday dining and enchanting moments with elf tuck ins to unforgettable New Year’s celebrations, discover a season filled with festive cheer, timeless hospitality and lasting memories.
For a complete experience, reserve a well-designed cottage suite with wood-burning fireplace paired with spa treatments and outdoor diversions including golf, horseback riding, pickleball and more. Please reserve online or call 770.773.7480 to speak with our reservations team.
Featured Festive Events
Additional Happenings This Season
Birds of Prey Demonstration
December 19 | 3 p.m.
Reconnect with wildlife and learn about the birds of prey found in North Georgia. View multiple species of owls and a red-tailed hawk, all presented safely and informatively by the experts from Blue Ridge Raptors. Each participant receives a Sibley’s Guide to Raptors of Eastern North America.
$18 per person
Price excludes tax and 20% service charge
Family Bingo & DJ Party
December 31 | 8 p.m. | Saylor Hall
Get ready for some family-friendly competition with a DJ spinning tunes and calling B-I-N-G-O with resort prizes available throughout the evening for the winners.
$25 per person
Price excludes tax and 20% service charge.
Guided Hike to the Overlook
December 19 & 26 | 11 a.m. | Meet at the Outpost
Enjoy your day with an invigorating hike up to the scenic Overlook, offering views of the resort and surrounding hills of Northwest Georgia. This hike is brisk but moderately challenging with a short, but steep incline to reach the Overlook.
Feeding at The Farm
December 20 & 27 | 9 a.m. | Barnsley Farm
Feed our menagerie of farm animals during this family friendly activity. Friendly farm animals enjoy meeting resort guests during this event.
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