Gilmore Girls 25th Anniversary Part 3: Celebrate the holidays in Stars Hollow with festive decor - and, if dreams come true - an Emily Gilmore Tea!

Dragonfly Inn in WB's Stars Hollow offers Emily Gilmore afternoon tea.

Smelling Snow in Stars Hollow and Detroit

Like Lorelai Gilmore, we smell snow—that magical signal in Stars Hollow and, yes, even Detroit—that the fragrant aromas of the holiday season are quickly approaching. It’s time to deck the gazebo with holly, string lights outside the Inn, and trim the tree. To capture the festive mood and Gilmore Girls charm this year, we’ve had help from Hallmark, Amazon, and—if dreams really do come true—a trip to Stars Hollow courtesy of Warner Bros. Studio, complete with tea at the Dragonfly Inn.

As noted in our last two blogs, Gilmore Girls 25th Anniversary Part 1 and Part 2, there’s plenty happening to mark this milestone year. With Christmas, Hanukkah, and other holidays only days away, let’s start with some easy-to-find Gilmore Girls décor to celebrate both the season and the Silver Anniversary of our beloved Stars Hollow.

Hallmark mini ornaments, assortment of items from Luke's Diner

Festive Finds for Fans

Hallmark Ornaments: This year’s collection includes the Stars Hollow sign, the town gazebo, and a miniature trio from Luke’s Diner—a to-go cup, Luke’s logo sign, and the iconic “No Cell Phones” notice (remember, it was the year 2000).

Amazon Baubles: Alongside the Hallmark minis, I found a sweet and simple “I Smell Snow” ornament—perfectly understated, just like the Gilmore Girls themselves.

Advent Calendar: Available on Amazon and the Warner Bros. online shop, the Gilmore Girls advent calendar offers twelve days of treats leading up to the big holiday. At just over $100, it’s a splurge, but one within reach for fans eager to count down in true Stars Hollow style.

Starting this December, WB Studios offers visitors a tour of Stars Hollow, decked out for the holidays.

A Holiday Wish: Stars Hollow Itself

At the very top of the wish list? Stars Hollow itself. In true Dorothy-like fashion, we at BTS will wish upon a Stars (Hollow) and wake up where Luke serves coffee and the Dragonfly Inn hosts afternoon tea.

From December 18 through January 2026, Warner Bros. Studio is offering tours of the Stars Hollow set decorated for the holidays. Guests can stroll through Lorelai’s house, sip coffee at Luke’s Diner, and enjoy themed meals and beverages at the Dragonfly Inn—including afternoon tea.

Tea at the Dragonfly

The Dragonfly Tea Room, described by WB as the place “where steeped tea meets Stars Hollow charm,” is irresistible.

•  Traditional Tea ($50 per person): Choice of tea, sweets and savories, scones with clotted cream, lemon curd, and house-made jams.

•  Emily Gilmore Tea Experience (+$25): All of the above, plus sparkling wine, seasonal soup, pasta salad, and wildflower honey for your scones.

Gifts for Every Gilmore

From under $5 to $125 and beyond, there’s plenty for Gilmore Girls fans on your holiday list this anniversary year. But for those who truly need to know (yes, Rory-Rachel 2026, I’m looking at you), nothing tops a trip to Stars Hollow—smelling snow and sipping tea at the Dragonfly Inn.

Gilmore Girls Advent Calendar

Closing Note

Happy Holidays to all you Lorelais, Rorys, Emilys, and Richards. May your journeys across the rainbow lead you straight to Stars Hollow.