Families across Chattooga County are invited to kick off the holiday season with a magical evening at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park as the Friends of Sloppy Floyd present this year’s Peppermint Project. The festive event will be held on Saturday, December 13th from 4 to 7 p.m.

Children will step into the holiday spirit as they visit The Woodland Elves of the Peppermint Cave, where they’ll hear stories about the elves’ biggest candy-making deadline of the year. The event will feature special appearances from Santa Claus, the Grinch, and Mrs. Cardinal, giving families plenty of opportunities for memorable photos.

Kids can enjoy a variety of activities including hot chocolate and cookies, craft making, marshmallow roasting, and of course, pictures with Santa. Organizers say it will be a fun, family-friendly evening for visitors of all ages.

While the event itself is free, there is a $5 parking fee per vehicle, unless you have a Georgia State Parks annual pass. Local libraries also have a limited number of park passes that can be checked out for free, making the event even more accessible for families.

The Friends of Sloppy Floyd encourage everyone to bundle up, bring the kids, and enjoy a festive night at the park on December 13th.