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This Week in Coweta: Festive Nights Out, Family Events & Can’t-Miss Christmas Traditions
This Week in Coweta: Festive Nights Out, Family Events & Can’t-Miss Christmas Traditions
This Week in Coweta: Festive Nights Out, Family Events & Can’t-Miss Christmas Traditions
Don’t miss downtown Newnan’s parade, Senoia’s Candlelight Tour, Grinchmas Market and a full slate of concerts and markets.
Coweta Connections Staff
Dec 10, 2025
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Watch the 2024 Newnan Christmas Parade Below (The 2025 Parade is This Saturday Night!) |
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Trivia Question❓Coweta County is home to a famous movie studio where many blockbuster films have been made. What is the name of this studio? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Wednesday, December 10th |
✨ Holiday Sparkles: Stained Glass Night @ Line Creek |
Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Time: 6:30–8:45 PM
Location: Line Creek Brewing The Reserve, 18 Savannah St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Ticketed workshop; see event listing for pricing.
Craft a sparkling holiday window hanger with crushed stained glass while you sip your favorite Line Creek brew. It’s a cozy, creative midweek outing and you’ll head home with a handmade piece of holiday décor.
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Thursday, December 11th |
🤝 Business-After-Hour: Kemp's Dalton West Flooring |
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Location: 7 Jefferson Pkwy, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Free; Chamber registration required.
Network with fellow business leaders over holiday bites and door prizes in Kemp’s Dalton West Flooring’s beautiful showroom.
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📖 Book Talk with Author Timothy S. Adams |
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Location: The Boyd Gallery, 14 East Washington St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: See Newnan Book Co. for details.
Spend an evening downtown with Newnan Book Co. and author Timothy S. Adams for a relaxed book talk in the beautiful Boyd Gallery.
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💘 Dark Romance Book Club |
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Morally Gray Bookstore, 26 Perry St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: $5 cover; adults only.
Romance readers, this one’s for you—join Morally Gray Bookstore for dark romance discussion, treats, and a book discount in a cozy, adults-only setting.
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🕯️ SAHS 2025 Holiday Party |
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Senoia Area Historical Society & Museum, 6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276
Admission: Potluck; bring a dish to share.
Join friends and neighbors in Senoia for a cozy holiday potluck—SAHS brings the ham, you bring your favorite side or dessert.
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🧠🍕 Super Geek Trivia at Line Creek |
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: Pizza 360: 4:00–9:00 PM; Trivia: 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Line Creek Brewing The Reserve, 18 Savannah St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Free trivia; food & drinks for purchase.
Pair hot pizza with cold beer and geeky trivia at Line Creek’s Newnan taproom— round up a team and see who really knows their stuff.
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🎼 Newnan Chorus Christmas Concert |
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Newnan High School, 190 LaGrange St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: About $7 via BookTix.
Celebrate the season with carols and holiday favorites performed by the Newnan High School Chorus— a festive night of hometown talent.
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Friday, December 12th |
🎁 Mommy and Me Christmas Market - Crossroads Church |
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Crossroads Church, 2564 Highway 154, Newnan, GA 30265
Admission: Free; market purchases optional.
Moms, caregivers, and kiddos are invited to a cozy morning of Christmas shopping, snacks, crafts, and free play at Crossroads Church— a relaxed, family-friendly way to check a few gifts off the list while making sweet memories together.
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🎨 Teen Crafts: Miniature Ornament Party |
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 4:00–5:00 PM
Location: Central Library, 85 Literary Lane, Newnan, GA 30265
Admission: Free; registration encouraged.
Teens can get crafty with miniature holiday diorama ornaments, complete with matchboxes, art supplies, and hot chocolate— a low-pressure, high-fun way to celebrate the season at the library.
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🎅 Cookies With Santa (Pink Flamingo Kids) |
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
Location: 4 Greenville St., Newnan, GA 30263 (Pink Flamingo Kids)
Admission: Free, family-friendly.
Swing by downtown Newnan for cookies, Christmas magic, and a visit with Santa. Bring your own camera for DIY Santa photos and make it a festive night on the square.
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🎁 Christmas Store – New Hope Baptist |
Date: Friday–Saturday, December 12–13, 2025
Time: See host site for store hours
Location: 1563 Joel Cowan Pkwy (Hwy 74), Senoia, GA 30276
Admission: Free for families; donations & volunteers needed.
Help New Hope Baptist Church stock its Christmas Store and bless around 200 local families with gifts this season— give, volunteer, or spread the word so neighbors in need can experience a joyful, dignified Christmas shopping day.
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🎄 Newnan Ward Christmas Party |
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: 821 Old Atlanta Hwy, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Free; community welcome.
Gather with neighbors and friends for a Christ-centered Christmas celebration with food, fellowship, and festive activities for all ages at the Newnan Ward church building.
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🎺 What A Wonderful World - Louis & Ella at Christmas |
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The Nixon Centre for the Arts, 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd, Newnan, GA 30265
Admission: Ticketed event; prices vary.
Dress up for an elegant night of holiday jazz as the Nixon Centre presents a tribute to Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald, filled with classic standards and Christmas favorites.
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🎭 A Very Pandering Christmas Carol |
Dates: Dec 12–14, 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Times: Fri & Sat 8:00–10:00 PM; Sun 3:00–5:00 PM
Location: Newnan Theatre Company, 24 First Avenue, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Adults $28; Senior/Student/Military $20; Child (10 & under) $15.
Catch a local spin on the classic Christmas Carol story at Newnan Theatre Company. Cozy seats, big laughs, and a heartwarming reminder of what the season is all about.
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Saturday, December 13th |
🧑🎄 Christmas at Madras |
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 10:00–11:30 AM
Location: Madras Park Community Center, 2355 US-29 N, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Family-friendly county event; see Parks & Rec for details.
Start the day with Christmas fun at Madras Park—Santa, holiday activities, and plenty of cheer for younger kiddos and their grownups.
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🛍️ Christmas Market at Jimmie Dee’s |
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: Old Jimmie Dee’s Barbershop, E Broad St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Free to browse; shop with local vendors.
Pop into the old Jimmie Dee’s on East Broad to shop handmade, homemade, and repurposed holiday gifts from local makers in a nostalgic downtown setting.
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✨ Christmas Crafts at Chattahoochee Bend |
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Park/program fees apply; see park listing.
Make sweet, old-fashioned icicle and candy cane bead ornaments at Chattahoochee Bend—simple crafts, pretty keepsakes, and time outside all in one.
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🐾🎅 Paws and Claus at Madras |
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Location: Madras Park Community Center, 2355 US-29 N, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: One donated item for Coweta County Animal Services.
Bring the kids and the fur-babies for breakfast with Santa, photos, and a chance to support Coweta County Animal Services—all in one festive stop at Madras Park.
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🎄 City of Newnan Christmas Parade — “A Nutcracker Christmas” |
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Downtown Newnan, Court Square area
Admission: Free community parade.
Gather the family, grab some cocoa, and watch downtown Newnan light up with floats, music, and Christmas cheer. It’s one of Coweta’s can’t-miss holiday traditions.
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🎉 Ugly Christmas Sweater Party – Senoia Beer Co. |
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Senoia Beer Company, 1 Main St, Senoia, GA 30276
Admission: Likely free to attend; food & drinks for purchase.
Pull on your loudest holiday sweater and head to Senoia Beer Company for a cozy night of craft beer, bad fashion, and good company.
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Sunday, December 14th |
⛄🎨 Ice-Capella Trio Paint & Sip |
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 12:00–3:00 PM
Location: The Lune, 31 E Broad St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Ticketed workshop; see event listing.
Sip, paint, and get merry while you create a singing snowman trio canvas at this beginner-friendly holiday workshop in downtown Newnan.
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🌊🎄 Sea Glass Tree Workshop – AR Workshop |
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
Location: AR Workshop Newnan, 1485 GA-34 E, Suite A-3, Newnan, GA 30265
Admission: Ticketed DIY class; see AR Workshop site.
Build a glowing sea glass Christmas tree at AR Workshop and take home a coastal-inspired holiday centerpiece you’ll reuse every year.
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💚🎁 Grinchmas Market at Arch and Ink |
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 2:00–5:00 PM
Location: Arch and Ink, 274 Bullsboro Dr, Ste A, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Free to attend; shop with local vendors.
Pop into Arch and Ink for a playful Grinchmas Market packed with local makers, treats, mocktails, and a chance to grab a photo with the Grinch himself.
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🕯️ Senoia Candlelight Tour of Homes |
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: Starts at 3:00 PM
Location: Historic Downtown Senoia (booklets at Senoia Welcome Center, 68 Main Street)
Admission: Ticketed event; see official tour site for pricing.
Wander candlelit streets and tour homes dressed head-to-toe in Christmas décor in charming downtown Senoia. It’s a picture-perfect evening for friends, couples, and serious holiday décor lovers.
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🎼✨ First Noel – First Baptist Newnan |
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: 15 West Washington St, Newnan, GA 30263
Admission: Church concert; typically free and open to the public.
Close out the weekend with choirs, orchestra, and a powerful Christmas worship experience at First Baptist’s “First Noel” in downtown Newnan.
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🏀 East Coweta Indians Basketball Update |
Boys BasketballCurrent Record: 4–4 (Region: 0–0)
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Girls BasketballCurrent Record: 5–2 (Region: 0–0)
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🏀 Newnan Cougars Basketball Update |
Boys BasketballCurrent Record: 6–0 (Region: 1–0)
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Girls BasketballCurrent Record: 6–0 (Region: 1–0)
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🏀 Northgate Vikings Basketball Update |
Boys BasketballCurrent Record: 1–3 (Region: 0–1)
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🏀 Trinity Christian Lions Basketball Update |
Boys BasketballCurrent Record: 2–5 (Region: 0–2)
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Girls BasketballCurrent Record: 3–4 (Region: 2–0)
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🍕 Crust & Craft Pizza Coming to Main Street Senoia |
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🥞 Let’s Talk Brunch Coming Soon to Newnan |
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IKEA Coming to Newnan: What to Know |
📍 Location: Ashley Park, 354 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan, GA
📄 Status: New IKEA Planning Studio & Pick-Up Point — Opening Spring 2026
📝 Details: IKEA is opening a new “Plan & Order Point with Pick-Up” in Newnan, giving shoppers a convenient local option for designing kitchens, closets, offices, and other home projects. The compact studio allows customers to meet with IKEA specialists, explore samples, finalize designs, and place orders for home delivery or pickup — eliminating the need to travel to Atlanta. This expansion brings IKEA’s planning services closer than ever to Coweta County.
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🎵 The Cellar Bays — Live Music |
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
🎤 Artist/Act: Marty Weathersby & Alan Windom
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🍷 Specials: Regular Cellar bar menu.
📅 Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
🎶 Artist/Act: JK Duke
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🍺 Specials: Patio + bar service.
📅 Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
🎸 Artist/Act: 2 1/2 Men
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🥃 Specials: Late-night crowd + full bar.
📅 Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
🔥 Artist/Act: Dixie Red
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🍸 Specials: Weekend cocktail lineup.
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🎵 Abide Brewing Company — Live Music & Events |
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
🎤 Artist/Act: Open Mic + Veteran Night
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🍻 Specials: Veteran appreciation perks; open mic performances.
📅 Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
🎶 Artist/Act: Mary Martin
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🍺 Specials: $5 pints; food truck on site.
📅 Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
🕺 Artist/Act: Line Dancing w/ Kipala + Live Entertainment
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🌮 Specials: El Amigo Mexican food truck (4–9 PM).
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🎵 Senoia Beer Company — Live Music & Events |
📅 Date: Thursday, December 12, 2025
🎶 Artist/Act: Ellis Lowery
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
🍺 Specials: Taproom open; food events vary.
📅 Date: Friday, December 13, 2025
🎤 Artist/Act: Duncan Brothers Band
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
🌭 Specials: Mr. Perro Hot Dog (5–8 PM).
📅 Date: Saturday, December 14, 2025
🎸 Artist/Act: Brian Rivers
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
🎄 Specials: Ugly Christmas Sweater Party; El Sazon Yayas (5–8 PM).
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🎵 Below The Neck — Live Music |
📅 Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
🎤 Artist/Act: Elliott Phillips
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
🍺 Specials: Doors open at 4 PM; full bar.
📅 Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
🎸 Artist/Act: Russ Gordon
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🥃 Specials: Weekend cocktail menu.
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🎵 Josh Wilson NOEL Christmas Concert |
📅 Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00–7:45 PM
📍 Location: Unity Baptist Church, 311 Smokey Rd, Newnan, GA 30263
🎟️ Admission: Ticketed event; see host site for pricing.
Enjoy an evening of powerful Christmas worship with Josh Wilson and special guest JJ Weeks as they bring the NOEL tour to Unity Baptist in Newnan.
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Pinewood Atlanta Studios |