Your Complete Guide to Holiday Events at Painted Horse Winery
- pamelaborgel
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Find the perfect celebration for families, couples, and friends this season
The holidays are here, and we've been working behind the scenes to create a season full of moments worth savoring. Whether you're looking for magic-filled mornings with the kids, intimate evenings with your favorite person, or gatherings that give your friend group something to actually look forward to, we've mapped out exactly which events belong on your calendar.
Here's how to navigate our holiday lineup based on who you're celebrating with.
For Families with Kids
Cookies with Santa
Friday, November 29th | 10am-12pm
This is the relaxed Santa experience you've been looking for—no lines, no rush, no crowds. Just freshly baked cookies, a hot chocolate bar, time to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and space for you to take photos with your own camera.
Perfect for: Families with little ones ages 1-10, grandparents creating memories with grandchildren, or anyone who believes December should include more wonder and less stress.
What's included:
Personal visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus
Cookies and hot chocolate bar
Fresh coffee for grown-ups
Cozy atmosphere in our decorated winery
Investment: $18 per child | $15 per adult
Why families love this: It's intentionally intimate—limited space means every family gets unhurried time with Santa and no one feels rushed. By the time you leave, you'll have the holiday photos you've been dreaming of and the kind of peaceful morning that reminds you why this season matters.
Brunch with Santa
Saturday, December 6th (12pm-3pm) & Saturday, December 20th (11am-2pm)
Santa and Mrs. Claus are hosting brunch at the winery—and this time, you can add on professional photos to get the whole family in this year's shot with Santa.
Perfect for: Starting a new family tradition, continuing an annual ritual with your elementary-aged believers, or gathering multiple generations for a festive morning together.
How it works: Reserve your 15-minute arrival window when you book. That time is also your photo slot if you purchase the professional photo package. After your pictures with Santa, stay and enjoy brunch for as long as you'd like.
The brunch spread includes:
Fluffy pancakes with maple syrup
Scrambled eggs
Crispy bacon and breakfast potatoes
Biscuits with jelly or sawmill gravy
Avocado toast
Fresh mixed green Greek salad
Chicken tenders with honey mustard
Coffee cake and fresh fruit
Hot cocoa station
Investment:
Adults: $50 per person
Children (10 and under): $25 per person
Professional photos with Santa: $55 per family (optional add-on—includes several high-quality digital images)
Pro tip: After brunch, don't forget to take the kids to meet Dandelion—Chamomile's new Highland calf born November 3rd!
Party size: Maximum 8 guests per reservation
For Date Nights & Couples
Holiday Bubbles: A Sparkling Wine Tasting
Thursday, December 11th | 6:30pm
You're standing in the wine aisle again, wondering which sparkling wine actually delivers for your holiday party. Kelly Fernandez from Winebow has answers.
Perfect for: Holiday hosts choosing bubbles with purpose, wine lovers curious about sparkling wines beyond the usual suspects, or couples seeking an elegant December date night before schedules explode.
What you'll experience: Kelly is guiding just 22 guests through five exceptional sparkling wines from around the world—served with artisanal charcuterie and chocolates in our cozy Fireplace Room.
What you'll gain: By the time you leave, you'll know which characteristics to look for on the label, which bottles work for brunches versus dinner parties, and why—no more guessing at the wine shop or overpaying for names alone.
What's included:
Five sparkling wines from around the world
Artisanal charcuterie and chocolates
Expert guidance from Kelly Fernandez
Intimate setting with just 22 guests
90 minutes of education and tasting
Investment: $95 per person (ages 21+)
Why couples love this: It's the elegant December date that doesn't feel generic or crowded. You'll actually learn something useful while enjoying a beautifully curated experience.
Annual Holiday Lantern Tour & Wine Tasting
Thursday, December 18th | 6:30pm
This isn't a tasting room experience. This is a progressive wine tasting by lantern light, walking across Pamelot Estate with Pamela and David, stopping at five different spots on the property to taste five different wines while hearing the stories that go with each location.
Perfect for: Couples seeking a December date that's memorable without being crowded or generic, wine family members who make this an annual tradition, or anyone wanting to experience Painted Horse in a completely different way.
What makes this magical: The property takes on a completely different character after dark, especially dressed in holiday lights with lanterns casting warm shadows across the vineyard. This is Painted Horse the way most people never experience it.
What's included:
90-minute progressive wine tasting with at least 5 wines at 5 estate locations
Guided tour with Pamela and David—their story, in their words, at the actual places where it happened
Lantern for your journey (creates perfect photo lighting)
Behind-the-scenes access to parts of the property most guests never see
The estate dressed in holiday lights
Investment: $85 per person (limited to 20 guests)
Why couples love this: It's intimate, romantic, and genuinely unique. This is the wine experience you'll tell people about—the one that makes you see vineyards differently. And doing it by lantern light, with the estate dressed in holiday magic? That's the kind of December evening that becomes part of your own annual tradition.
For Friends Groups
Black Friday Tailgate: Georgia vs. Georgia Tech
Friday, November 28th | Game starts at 3:30pm
Our Georgia-Tennessee tailgate in September proved one thing: you want to watch big games here. We're turning Black Friday into an all-day tailgate celebration as Georgia takes on Georgia Tech.
Perfect for: Friend groups looking for a fun way to end shopping day, UGA fans who want to watch the rivalry game with fellow Dawgs, or anyone seeking a relaxed Friday with food, wine, and football.
What's included:
Two incredible live artists performing throughout the day
Hot dogs, barbecue, and our famous chili
Game Day Outfit Contest—most spirited fan wins a bottle of wine (reserve wines excluded)
Why friends groups love this: Walk-in friendly, no pressure, and the energy is contagious. It's the perfect casual gathering where you can drop in, stay as long as you want, and actually watch the game with good wine and great people.
Insider tip: Show up in your best Georgia gear for the outfit contest. Come early, stay late, and Go Dawgs! 🐾
Holiday High Tea
Tuesday, December 9th | 3:00pm
It's 90 minutes in our fireplace room with a tiered presentation of cranberry scones with clotted cream, delicate finger sandwiches, petit fours dusted with edible gold, and seasonal pastries. Each guest receives premium teas alongside a glass of our sparkling wine.
Perfect for: Friends groups wanting to celebrate together before everyone's schedules get hectic, anyone craving the first real taste of the season, or those who want to start a tradition while there's still time to truly enjoy it.
What you'll experience: This isn't stuffy or formal—just beautifully curated and genuinely fun. Come as you are, though many guests enjoy dressing up for the occasion. Think "festive lunch with friends" as casual or elegant as feels right to you.
What's included:
Three-tiered presentation of seasonal treats
Premium teas and sparkling wine
90 minutes in our Fireplace Room
Intimate atmosphere with just 35 guests
Investment: $85 per person
Why friends groups love this: It's the first real taste of the season before things get too busy to enjoy. Plus, it's that perfect balance of special and relaxed—elegant without being intimidating.
Pro tip: Never been to a high tea before? Even better. This is designed to be approachable and fun, not formal.
Holiday Floral Centerpiece Workshop with Anna's Flowers
Thursday, December 18th | 5:00pm
Ever scroll through Pinterest thinking "I could totally make that centerpiece," then stand in the floral aisle feeling completely lost? This workshop bridges that gap.
Perfect for: Friends looking for a creative twist on your annual holiday gathering, mother-daughter duos or sisters who want to create together, or anyone who's ever admired a holiday floral display and wished they could recreate it.
What you'll learn: Anna Somerville will guide you through creating a professional-quality holiday centerpiece using premium red blooms, fresh winter greenery, and seasonal accents. She meets you exactly where you are—whether you've never arranged flowers before or you're looking to refine your skills.
What's included:
Hands-on instruction with Anna Somerville
All materials: premium red blooms, fresh winter greenery, seasonal accents
Professional centerpiece to take home
Limited to just 20 guests for personal instruction
Investment: $65 per person
Why friends groups love this: Hands are busy, hearts are full, conversation is flowing. It's that rare activity that's actually memorable instead of just another dinner out. Plus, you leave with something beautiful you created.
Make it a full evening: Arrive early for wine and food from The Feed Barn, then stay late for the Holiday Lantern Tour (starts right after the workshop).
Never arranged flowers before? Perfect. Anna designed this workshop specifically for beginners—her patience and enthusiasm make everyone feel capable.
Ready to Plan Your Holiday Season?
All of these events book quickly, especially our intimate experiences like the Founders Tasting (10 guests), Floral Workshop (20 guests), and Lantern Tour (20 guests).
We can't wait to celebrate the season with you—whether that's cookies and cocoa with the kids, bubbles by candlelight with your favorite person, or creating centerpieces with your closest friends.
See you soon?
P.S. Looking for last-minute gift ideas? Starting November 19th, buy $100 in gift cards and we'll add $20 FREE. Perfect for checking names off your list—or treating yourself.