Mailbox on Main

Beach Village

Need to send a letter to Santa? The special mailbox on the corner of Main Street and Ocean Way in the Beach Villages offers express delivery straight to the North Pole. Have a last-minute request? the mailbox's last pickup will run through Christmas Eve!

Free

Santa’s Chairs

Beach Village & Historic District Jekyll Island, GA, United States

These Handcrafted chairs are on display at Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, in the Historic District, and on the Turtle Stage in Beach Village. Stop by either location, get comfy in the big guy's chair, and snap a photo for your holiday card!

Free

Breakfast with the Grinch

Morgan Center 151 Old Plantation Road, Jekyll Island, Georgia, United States

Calling all "Whos" for breakfast with the Grinch! A Green Eggs and Ham breakfast buffet will be served to enjoy with friends and family. Reservations required. Pricing is $50 for adults, $25 for children (ages four-twelve), and no charge for children three and under.

Event Series Tidings for Turtles

Tidings for Turtles

Georgia Sea Turtle Center 214 Stable Road, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Write your well-wished to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center patients and drop them in their special stockings for the holiday season! Visitors will learn ways to make their holidays more sustainable and can purchase their own special edition ornament in the gift shop. Free to general admission guests.

$9 – $11
Event Series Holidays in History Tour

Holidays in History Tour

Jekyll Island Historic District Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Enjoy the history of Jekyll Island enriched in seasonal splendor as you venture through the National Landmark District to learn what the holidays were like for some of America's wealthiest Gilded Age families. Reservations required. Time slots include 9:30, 11:30, 1:30, and 3:30.

$10 – $20

Merry Artists: Holiday Basketry & Ornaments

Goodyear Cottage 321 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Join Barbara Poloncic and Michelle DeHaven as they demonstrate the coastal art of pine needle basket weaving and ornament making.

Free

Merry Artists: Book Signing

Goodyear Cottage 321 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Join Sarah and Thomas Schuyler for a book signing.

Free

Merry Artists: Handmade Pottery

Goodyear Cottage 321 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Join our talented Jekyll Island potters as they create beautiful pottery for unique and special gifts for the special people on your list.

Free
Event Series Peppermint Land

Peppermint Land

Jekyll Island Mini Golf

Celebrate the holiday season at Jekyll Island Mini Golf! A nod to the island's original amusement park, enjoy one or both 18-hole courses surrounded by life-sized gumdrops, peppermint sticks, gingerbread men, and more. Play into the evening and enjoy a game under the lights!

$6 – $8
Event Series Holly Jolly Trading Post

Holly Jolly Trading Post

Skeet House Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Featuring a festive selection of novelties and collectibles, pick up your ‘Holly Jolly Jekyll’ holiday gifts of the season at the official Trading Post. And enjoy Christmas candies and warm holiday beverages before or after your stroll through the Historic District!

$65

Selfies with Scute

Georgia Sea Turtle Center 214 Stable Road, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Join Scute C. Turtle, mascot of the Georgia Sea Turtle Center for a meet-and-greet and photo-op for your Christmas card. He'll be stopping by the Center select days of the season...

Free

Merry Artists: Handbell Performance

Goodyear Cottage 321 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Enjoy the sounds of the season with a live performance by the Jekyll Island Handbells.

Free

Gingerbread House Decorating

Jekyll Island Club Resort 371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Experience the sweet tradition of Holiday Gingerbread House Decorating. Participants receive an assortment of colored icings, sprinkles, and other fun decorations, along with refreshing punch and warm mulled cider to add to the festive spirit. Reservations required.

$50
Event Series Holiday Hot Chocolate Bar

Holiday Hot Chocolate Bar

Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Stop by and enjoy complimentary make-your-own hot chocolate-including a variety of toppings. For adults, stop by our Turtle Nest lounge to purchase a yummy hot toddy served in a souvenir holiday mug to take home. Enjoy with family sitting by our outdoor or indoor fireplace.

Free
Event Series Christmas Carriage Light Tours

Christmas Carriage Light Tours

Historic District Carriage Tours 364 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Enjoy a classic carriage tour of the beautiful Jekyll Island Historic District while listening to relaxing Christmas music. A perfect holiday tradition for couples, families, friends, or groups!

$58

A Night of Lights: Premium Parade Experience

Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum 100 Stable Road, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Take a ride with other festively decorated vehicles in our annual Holly Jolly Light Parade. This premium experience includes hot cocoa or cider, cookies and special effects glasses to maximize your light-viewing adventure. Book soon as seating is limited to just 90 for this event. Pricing: $35 for adults, $17 for children (ages four-twelve), and […]

Holly Jolly Jekyll Light Parade

Watch as Santa and his many friends make their way around the island in a variety of vehicles lit up in their holiday best! View the parade from spectator viewing spots and enjoy the fun! The parade will not close any roads, but there will be temporary stops as the parade moves along its route, beginning at Corsair Beach […]

12 Days of Christmas Light Displays

Shell Road Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Celebrate the season at Jekyll Island Mini Golf (Peppermint Land!) on Shell Rd., down to Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, visitors can count down the most famous days of the season on a self-guided light tour! Be sure to spot the family of light structures that wandered their way into the song!

Free

Mailbox on Main

Beach Village

Need to send a letter to Santa? The special mailbox on the corner of Main Street and Ocean Way in the Beach Villages offers express delivery straight to the North Pole. Have a last-minute request? the mailbox's last pickup will run through Christmas Eve!

Free

Santa’s Chairs

Beach Village & Historic District Jekyll Island, GA, United States

These Handcrafted chairs are on display at Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, in the Historic District, and on the Turtle Stage in Beach Village. Stop by either location, get comfy in the big guy's chair, and snap a photo for your holiday card!

Free
Event Series Tidings for Turtles

Tidings for Turtles

Georgia Sea Turtle Center 214 Stable Road, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Write your well-wished to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center patients and drop them in their special stockings for the holiday season! Visitors will learn ways to make their holidays more sustainable and can purchase their own special edition ornament in the gift shop. Free to general admission guests.

$9 – $11
Event Series Holidays in History Tour

Holidays in History Tour

Jekyll Island Historic District Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Enjoy the history of Jekyll Island enriched in seasonal splendor as you venture through the National Landmark District to learn what the holidays were like for some of America's wealthiest Gilded Age families. Reservations required. Time slots include 9:30, 11:30, 1:30, and 3:30.

$10 – $20
Event Series Hot Holiday Deals

Hot Holiday Deals

Just by Hand 29 Pier Rd, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

From Thanksgiving to the year's end, enjoy a free gift with purchase and special holiday deals and discounts.

Free
Event Series Peppermint Land

Peppermint Land

Jekyll Island Mini Golf

Celebrate the holiday season at Jekyll Island Mini Golf! A nod to the island's original amusement park, enjoy one or both 18-hole courses surrounded by life-sized gumdrops, peppermint sticks, gingerbread men, and more. Play into the evening and enjoy a game under the lights!

$6 – $8
Event Series Holly Jolly Trading Post

Holly Jolly Trading Post

Skeet House Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Featuring a festive selection of novelties and collectibles, pick up your ‘Holly Jolly Jekyll’ holiday gifts of the season at the official Trading Post. And enjoy Christmas candies and warm holiday beverages before or after your stroll through the Historic District!

$65
Event Series Holiday Hot Chocolate Bar

Holiday Hot Chocolate Bar

Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Stop by and enjoy complimentary make-your-own hot chocolate-including a variety of toppings. For adults, stop by our Turtle Nest lounge to purchase a yummy hot toddy served in a souvenir holiday mug to take home. Enjoy with family sitting by our outdoor or indoor fireplace.

Free
Event Series Christmas Carriage Light Tours

Christmas Carriage Light Tours

Historic District Carriage Tours 364 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, United States

Enjoy a classic carriage tour of the beautiful Jekyll Island Historic District while listening to relaxing Christmas music. A perfect holiday tradition for couples, families, friends, or groups!

$58

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