Upcoming Dates
SEP 19–20, 2026
VineyardFest 2026 at Château Élan
The two-day harvest celebration features 30+ Château Élan wines, chef-curated bites, live music, workshops and vineyard experiences. Saturday’s Poolside Prelude is for VIP guests; the main festival is Sunday. Ages 21+.
SEP 27, 2026 · 5:00–8:00 p.m.
Château Élan Music, Mini Car Show & Blood Drive
Join Stroll Château Élan at the Sports Club Green for live music, a mini car show, food vendors, children’s activities, military recognition and a community blood drive. Bring chairs, spending money and food donations for veterans in Northeast Georgia.
SEP 30–OCT 3, 2026
Motul Petit Le Mans
Four days of racing return to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, culminating in the 10-hour IMSA WeatherTech Championship finale on Saturday, OCT 3 from 12:10–10:10 p.m. The weekend also features support races, vendors, food trucks, displays and car corrals.
OCT 25, 2026 · 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Save the Date: Cars of Chateau
Cars of Chateau returns to Château Élan Winery for its annual charity car show benefiting our veterans. Enjoy an impressive display of exotic, classic, muscle and race cars while supporting those who have served.
NOV 20, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Braselton Tree Lighting Celebration
Kick off the holiday season at this new community celebration on the Braselton Town Green. Gather with neighbors for a festive evening in Historic Downtown Braselton.
NOV 21, 2026 · 10:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Holidays Parade & Festival
Downtown Braselton transforms into a holiday wonderland with a morning parade, marketplace, Santa, live reindeer, community performers and seasonal activities. Admission is free.
DEC 4, 2026 · 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Château Élan Christmas Tree Lighting
Château Élan invites resort guests and the local community to enjoy holiday music and the glow of its beautifully decorated Christmas tree. This complimentary event requires an RSVP.
DEC 6–23, 2026 · Multiple evenings
Holiday Lights Trolley Tours
Tour two of the area’s brightest neighborhoods aboard an enclosed, climate-controlled Braselton Trolley. One-hour tours depart at 6:00, 7:15 and 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 per person.
DEC 20, 2026 · 2:00–6:00 p.m.
Chateau Christmas Market
Enjoy festive shopping on the Chateau Lawn with local vendors, unique gifts, specialty goods, seasonal treats and plenty of Christmas cheer. This event is complimentary; RSVP requested.
