Illustration of visitors exploring a castle great hall with a yule log burning in a huge fireplace (Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour)
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Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour

Visitors explore five private residences decorated for the holiday season in Marietta's Church-Cherokee Historic District. In addition to the featured private residences, guests can tour several historic churches, museums, and other historic buildings.

Dec 4 – Dec 6, 2026 Children under 8 not permitted

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Tour tickets are $40 when purchased in advance and $45 during the tour. Online ticket sales close 12/3/26 at 4pm. A $125-per-person Premier Pass includes a Home Tour ticket ($40 value) and other benefits; it also includes a ticket to the separate Pilgrimage Gala.

Hours

December 4: 5:00pm - 8:00pm; December 5–6: 9:00am - 4:00pm.

Neighborhood

Church-Cherokee Neighborhood

Location

Church-Cherokee Historic District · Marietta, GA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

History and holiday-decor enthusiasts

Vibe

Historic and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Buy your ticket online before sales close December 3 at 4 p.m.; advance admission is $40, compared with $45 during the tour.
  • Choose the $125 Premier Pass if skipping lines and attending the separate Gala appeal; buy it online by December 1 at 4 p.m.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for moving among the five homes and the additional historic buildings included in the tour.
  • Allow time to visit the churches, museums, and other historic buildings as well as the five featured homes.

Special Events & Promotions

  • This is the 40th annual Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour.
  • The Pilgrimage Gala at The Whitlock Inn is the night before the tour, with separate tickets. Expect food, seasonal drinks and live music, and festive cocktail attire is required.

Links & Contact

Run by Visit Marietta and Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the tour include?

You'll see inside five private homes in the Church-Cherokee Historic District, each decorated for the holidays. The tour also includes several of Marietta's churches, museums and other historic buildings.

Who does the tour support?

Visit Marietta and Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society organize the tour. Ticket sales and donations support both nonprofits.

Can I still get tickets once the tour has started?

Yes. Tickets are sold during the tour, but online sales close on December 3.

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