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Dates: Select days Nov 21, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025. Wild Adventures+2Paige Minds The Gap+2

What to expect: More than 2 million holiday lights, festive shows, character meet-and-greets (including Santa and other holiday characters), decorations (Twinkling Timbers, Glimmer Grove, Woodland Outpost), holiday-themed food & drinks, cookie-decorating with Mrs. Claus, etc. Kids Out and About Jacksonville+3Wild Adventures+3Valdosta Daily Times+3

Typical hours: On many open days, the park runs roughly from midday through evening (e.g., normal listed hours: around 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM or 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM depending on date). Thrill Data+2fun4auggiekids.com+2

Tip: Because Santa meet-and-greet and night-time lights/shows are big draws, aim for an evening visit if possible. The holiday lights and shows tend to be most magical after dark.

Date & Time: Friday, November 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM City of Valdosta, GA+1

Location: Historic Lowndes County Courthouse, 100 E Central Ave, Downtown Valdosta. City of Valdosta, GA

What to expect: Tree-lighting ceremony with holiday lights, live music, hot chocolate — and a visit from Santa. City of Valdosta, GA+2Instagram+2

Best for: Families wanting a free, festive downtown holiday outing — great for pictures and holiday spirit without a big admission fee.

Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM Valdosta State University

What to expect: University-sponsored holiday-themed event on the front lawn, likely includes lights and festive atmosphere. (While not explicitly stating “Santa appearance,” such events often have family-friendly elements — worth checking if gifts or photos are part of it.)

Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 6:00 PM City of Valdosta, GA+2Valdosta Daily Times+2

Location: Downtown Valdosta — parade route begins at Woodrow Wilson Drive, proceeds down North Patterson Street, ends at Department of Health Building. Valdosta Daily Times+1

What to expect: Holiday floats, festive lights, community spirit — and Santa traditionally rides in the parade. Great chance to see him in a fun, festive crowd environment. City of Valdosta, GA+2Valdosta, GA - Main Street+2

• Hahira’s “Merry Main Street Christmas Parade” is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM. hahiraga.gov+2Tifton Moms+2
  
  

• The parade begins at the corner of W Main Street and Branch Street, runs east on Main Street toward Nelson Street. hahiraga.gov+1
  
  

• On the same date is the “Merry Main Street Christmas Festival”. Local “Crafts with Santa” is also listed that evening — which suggests Santa (or a holiday-character setup) will be part of the event. hahiraga.gov+1
  
  

• So yes — this would be a valid option for a family-friendly local holiday outing with a parade + Santa opportunity in Hahira.
  
  

✅ Bottom line for Hahira: Parade and festival with “Santa component” on Dec 13, 2025 at 6 PM.

• According to a public post, Santa is coming to Valdosta Mall and “photos with Santa begin November 28th,” for the 2025 holiday season. Facebook+1
  
  

• A local news / community-site article said the mall regularly hosts free Santa photos during the holidays. Valdosta Today+1
  
  

• The mall’s own event page (as of 2025) shows “Santa’s Arrival Event” on November 29, 2025, and lists “Photos with Santa” among their holiday activities. Eastridge Center+1
  
  

✅ Bottom line for Valdosta Mall: Yes — Santa is expected there for holiday photos starting Nov 28–29, 2025, and likely throughout the holiday season. Good place for a quick, convenient Santa visit, especially if you want a photo in town.

• The nationwide “Santa’s Wonderland” program at Bass Pro Shops (and sister store Cabela’s) runs from November 1 through December 24, 2025. Bass Pro Shops+2Bass Pro+2
  
  

• Starting November 2, 2025, stores begin offering free studio-quality photos with Santa, plus a free shareable video. Bass Pro+2The Krazy Coupon Lady+2
  
  

• It’s strongly recommended to make a reservation (which open a bit in advance) because slots go quickly. Bass Pro Shops+1
  
  

✅ Bottom line for Bass Pro Shops (Jacksonville / surrounding): A great option for a festive, well-organized Santa visit + free photo between Nov 2 – Dec 24, 2025, but you’ll need to reserve ahead.

Cavco Home Center in Tifton is holding “CHRISTMAS AT CAVCO” on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. AllEvents+1

The address: 2706 Marshall Drive, Tifton, GA 31793. AllEvents+1

The event advertises free photos with Santa (and possibly an elf) for families. AllEvents+1

They plan to set up in one of their newer homes — “THE GEORGIA BELLE” — for the photoshoot backdrop. AllEvents

The parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM in downtown Adel. AllEvents+2Tifton Moms+2

The organizing group is Adel Main Street. Their public‑event page lists a “Christmas Parade (first Saturday in December)” among their recurring annual events. City of Adel, GA+1