It’s always Christmastime in Santa Claus, Georgia. That’s right, there is a town in Georgia called Santa Claus, and it’s as magical as you’d expect. With a population of around 300 people, this small town receives a huge influx in visitors during the holidays, and once you see what it’s all about, you’ll understand exactly why.

If you’re not feeling in the holiday mood quite yet, then perhaps a trip to Santa Claus, Georgia is in order.

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This tiny holiday utopia halfway between Macon and Savannah is a must-visit, and not just for the name recognition.

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The town has a unique history, too, starting with a clever marketing tactic used by a local farmer back in the 1930s in order to lure people from the highway to his pecan stand.

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People saw the name “Santa Claus” and quickly began detouring to the town in order to see what it was all about.

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Throughout the years, that curiosity hasn’t shifted, and people come from all over to see this tiny town decorated throughout.

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One of the main draws of Santa Claus, Georgia is for visitors to bring their letters from Santa or their holiday cards, in order to mail them out and have them postmarked with the Santa Claus seal!

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Visit Santa Claus during the day for the street names like Rudolph Way and Candy Cane Road, or at night for the luminaries put out to guide Santa’s sleigh—either way it will be most magical.

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To find exactly where Santa Claus, Georgia is click here to open the map.

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Have you ever visited Santa Claus, Georgia before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! We’d also love to see any photos you took throughout your adventure! Or if you want more information about visiting this small town, then check out the Visit Vidalia website here.

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Address: Santa Claus, GA 30436, USA