Georgia's Lanier Islands Resort is Cooking Up a Bountiful Thanksgiving Weekend by the Lake

BUFORD, Ga. - EntSun -- Lanier Islands Resort is kicking the holiday season into high gear with an "eventful" Thanksgiving weekend, beginning with a sumptuous Thanksgiving buffet crafted by the resort's talented culinary team. In time for Black Friday, the resort debuts its weekend-long Holiday Market at Legacy Lodge, filled with shopping, entertainment, and festive fun. On Saturday, a holiday celebration at Game Changer includes the Jolly Old Elf's arrival. Throughout the weekend, Magical Nights of Lights winds through six miles of resort streetscapes each night.

"The holidays are a special time for us," said Lanier Islands Resort President Matthew Bowling. "Our roads are lined with light displays, Legacy Lodge is beautifully decorated for the season, and the heavenly aroma of holiday dishes fills the air. It's also the time when we'll see elves and Santa pop up in the hallways and at the occasional breakfast. This year, we wanted to make the holidays bigger and better than ever before with the premiere of our Holiday Market, the much-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus, and a celebration of epic proportions at Game Changer. My team and I love seeing the familiar faces of families who've joined us for our holiday offerings each year, and we can't wait to introduce many new families to the new and improved holiday experience at Lanier Islands Resort."

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Thanksgiving Weekend at Lanier Islands Resort (https://www.lanierislands.com/) includes:

Thanksgiving Buffet at Legacy Lodge - Thursday, 11/27 | Noon-6PM

Still available as part of the resort's Thanksgiving Celebration Accommodation Package, reservations can be made by calling (770) 945-8787.

Holiday Market at Legacy Lodge – Friday, 11/28 | 1-6PM; Saturday, 11/29 | 10AM-6PM + Game Changer Kids Market from 5-9PM; and Sunday, 11/30 | 8:30AM-4PM

Santa's Magical Arrival – Saturday, November 29 | 4-9PM

Welcome Santa as he arrives at Game Changer's holiday wonderland full of sparkling décor, sweet treats, lively games, and even a chance to meet a real reindeer!

Breakfast with Santa – Sunday, November 30 | 9-11AM

Legacy Lodge hosts a joyful holiday tradition filled with festive flavors, sparkling lights, and, of course, an unforgettable visit with Santa. Required reservations can be made by calling 678-318-2048.

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Magical Nights of Lights – Nightly | 5-10PM

Running nightly through January 4, 2026, the newly designed show will feature mile after mile of twinkling, animated light displays. It leads to two destinations – the Holiday Headquarters at Game Changer and Margaritaville's License to Chill Snow Island.

The lakeside destination is located 45 miles north of Atlanta at 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. To view Magical Nights of Lights pricing, additional holiday-themed events, and more, visit https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/special-experiences/.