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Tinsel Town 5K Weekend

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS GETAWAY
  • Running
  • Shopping
  • Winery
SEASON BEST ENJOYED
  • Fall
Gather your best gal pals for the ultimate holiday escape to LaGrange, Georgia! Lace up for the festive seasonal 5K, unwind in a walkable historic downtown, cross off everyone on your Christmas list at local boutiques with complimentary sips, and soak in the cheer of twinkling lights and cozy wine tastings.

3 DAYS

2 NIGHTS
NOV. 20-22, 2026

  • Kick off the weekend with a tree lighting and late-night boutique shopping
  • Unwind with wine flights before a festive, evening road race
  • Enjoy a Sunday morning coffee before heading home refreshed and reconnected

Day 1: Friday, November 20, 2026

Arrival & Holiday Kickoff

  • Check into historic downtown.
  • Watch the square light up for the holiday season.
  • Enjoy late-night boutique shopping with drinks in hand.

Downtown

Holiday Sip & Shop,
5:00-9:00PM

Stroll through LaGrange’s walkable downtown during the annual Holiday Sip & Shop. Local boutique owners welcome you with curated gift collections, wine samples, or seasonal drinks while you browse.

INSIDER TIP: Save room (and your dining budget)! Many shops serve an array of complimentary hors d’oeuvres, making it easy to graze, shop, and skip the cost of a formal dinner.

SOUTHERN CHARM AWAITS

Check into the Courtyard Marriott, conveniently located right in the heart of historic downtown LaGrange. Park once for the weekend and settle into modern, comfortable rooms with easy, walkable access to all the evening’s festivities, shops, and dining.

DOWNTOWN TREE LIGHTING

Gather around the historic town square at 5:30PM for the annual Tinsel Trail Tree Lighting, with dozens of trees decorated to benefit Circles of Troup County. Sip hot cocoa or wine, listen to festive music, and take group photos under the glowing lights before exploring downtown.

Day 2: Saturday, November 21, 2026

Brunch, Wine & Twinkling Lights

  • Start with a local, delicious brunch.
  • Sip fresh wine flights in a peaceful vineyard.
  • Wrap up with the most festive night run in the South.

Tour de Tinsel

5K Road Race, 7:00PM

Lace up your sneakers (or festive holiday sweaters) for the Tour de Tinsel 5K! Walk or jog through LaGrange’s beautifully decorated historic streets lined with glowing holiday lights. It’s a low-pressure, high-fun tradition where completing the course together is the real goal.

LOCAL BREAKFAST STAPLE

Grab breakfast at Gus’s Grill, with its Chicago based menu with a Greek flare. This iconic diner has been serving up hearty breakfasts and friendly conversation for years—exactly the kind of place that makes a girls trip feel authentic and memorable.
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SHAKEOUTS & SMOOTHIES

Racing? Keep your legs loose with a short, easy 15–20 minute shakeout jog or walk along a flat section of The Thread. Afterwards, head into Downtown LaGrange for fresh fruit smoothies, protein shakes, or cold-pressed juices to stay hydrated and fueled without feeling heavy.
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AFTERNOON WINE FLIGHTS

Walking or cheering on the racers? Spend a leisurely afternoon at Nutwood Winery, where landscape views and locally crafted wines create the perfect setting for a girls’ getaway. Sip your way through a tasting, enjoy light bites, and soak in the relaxed atmosphere.

LET'S EAT!

FOOD & DRINK

OPTIONS

Day 3: Sunday, November 22, 2026

Coffee, Refuel & Farewell

  • Enjoy a slow coffee morning with fresh pastries.
  • Refuel with a hearty seafood lunch.
  • Head home with your holiday shopping complete.

Lunch

& LEISURE

Finish the trip with a hearty lunch at Dry Docks, a casual low-country seafood restaurant. Toast to an amazing trip, exchange your final group chat photos, and head home completely refueled and ready for the holiday season.

COFFEE & PASTRY CHATS

Start a slow morning together over handcrafted coffee drinks and fresh pastries at Circa Coffee. Cozy, stylish, and steps away from the downtown square, it’s the ideal spot to gather with the girls, recount your favorite moments from the weekend, and fuel up before packing up.

VINTAGE TREASURE HUNTING

Drive over to Thriftique for curated vintage goods and home decor or browse the multi-vendor booths at Second Time Around. Whether you’re hunting estate jewelry, retro clothing, or quirky collectibles, exploring around town together turns gift-finding into a fun hunt.

LET'S EAT!

FOOD & DRINK

OPTIONS

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Courtyard Marriott – Historic Downtown LaGrange

With a state-of-the-art lobby, Courtyard Marriott in historic downtown LaGrange provides greater flexibility and choices for guests.
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites

Located just off I-85 in beautiful LaGrange, Georgia, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
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Home2 Suites by Hilton LaGrange

Home2 Suites is a beautiful extended stay hotel right off of I-85 and just steps from Great Wolf Lodge.
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The Lafayette Loft

Conveniently located minutes from downtown shops and restaurants, the Lafayette Loft is perfect for adventurers looking to have that perfect LaGrange vacation.
PLAN YOUR TRIP

AROUND THE ACTION!

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Nutwood Winery

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Craft the Past: Hand-Churned Butter

Troup County Archives & Legacy Museum on Main

SUN SEP 20

JSL’s Fall Taste of the Town

Overlook Plaza

SAT NOV 7
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