Check out these holiday winter events at Jekyll Island

‘Tis the season and if you’re behind on your travel plans, why not aim for some place local-ish? Jekyll Island is a hot spot destination for those in and out of Georgia, and that’s no different during holiday time.

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Starting November 25, the island begins its holiday season with Holly Jolly Jekyll. With over one million total light bulbs, more than 300 light displays and 45,000 lights on the Great Tree, the island transforms from a summer vacation destination to a holiday wonderland.

Here’s what guests can expect during Holiday Jolly Jekyll:

Holly Jolly Jekyll Parade
Fireworks
Drive-In Movies
Winter Carnival & Holiday Big Truck Round-up
Peppermint Land Mini Golf
Mailbox on Main
Holiday History Tour
Holly Jolly Light Tours
Cold Stunned Plunge

To plan your stay, visit jekyllisland.com.

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