# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Jingle Mingle and Lighting of the Chicken
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Jingle Mingle and the Lighting of the Chicken is one of the Southeast’s quirkiest, fun, family-friendly events and is the perfect way to start your holiday season here in the Poultry Capital of the World!

The Downtown Gainesville Square will be alive with the holiday spirit including open houses in most of the stores, live music, carriage rides, kiddie train rides, Santa and his arrival on a Gainesville Fire Engine, the Coca-Cola bear, entertainment and the grand LIGHTING OF THE CHICKEN!  

Join us the Saturday before Thanksgiving, from 4pm-8pm!

Free Parking Decks:
Main Street Deck: 301 Main Street SW 
Hall County Parking: 225 Green St SE
North Parking Deck: 100 Brenau Ave NE

Interested in being a sponsor or volunteer?https://www.exploregainesville.org/jingle-mingle/ to learn more.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gainesville/jingle-mingle-and-lighting-of-the-chicken/200030467400203
- **Event Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment, holiday, thanksgiving
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 321

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gainesville
- **state**: GA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Downtown Gainesville
- **lat**: 34.299044152976
- **long**: -83.826448194958
- **full address**: Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Jingle Mingle and Lighting of the Chicken being held?
  - **A:** Jingle Mingle and Lighting of the Chicken takes place on Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Jingle Mingle and Lighting of the Chicken?
  - **A:** Jingle Mingle and Lighting of the Chicken is organized by Downtown Gainesville.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Downtown Gainesville's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Downtown Gainesville a rating of 4.5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Downtown Gainesville has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Jingle Mingle and Lighting of the Chicken is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gainesville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 320+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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