Parking & free shuttle at Dickens in Dillard

Getting to Dickens in Dillard is easy and merry! We have several parking options and services to help you enjoy the day without the hassle. Limited onsite parking availability will be available next to and across the street from the festival grounds. Look for our clearly marked signage upon arrival. 

Prefer to leave the driving to someone else? We’ve partnered with Georgia Shuttle Inc. to provide complimentary shuttle service from Downtown Clayton. Simply park anywhere in Clayton’s public parking areas and board the shuttle at 60 South Main Street—right in town! 

You may also choose to park and ride from Dillard. A secondary shuttle stop will be located at the Old Piggly Wiggly parking lot at 7110 US-441, Dillard, GA —just a very short ride to the festival entrance. 

Whether you ride or drive, we’ll have signage and friendly volunteers to guide you every step of the way. Below is the full shuttle schedule to help you plan your visit:

Service begins at 12:00 PM with various parking options available for your convenience. The last return shuttle departs at 6:45 PM. Shuttle boarding is first come, first served basis. Must show festival ticket or wristband to board.

Downtown Clayton ⇄ Festival Grounds

Downtown → Festival: 12:00 PM

Every hour on the hour until 6:00 PM, ensuring ample parking availability.

Festival → Downtown: 12:30 PM

Every hour on the half hour until 5:30 PM, with the final return shuttle at 6:45 PM.

Old Piggly Wiggly ⇄ Festival Grounds

Old Piggly Wiggly → Festival: 12:00 PM

Every 30 minutes until 6:00 PM, providing reliable parking services.

Festival → Old Piggly Wiggly: 12:30 PM

Every 30 minutes until 6:00 PM, with the last shuttle returning at 6:45 PM.