-
THINGS TO DO IN ATLANTA ON CHRISTMAS AND THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Atlanta sparkles with traditional and delightful holiday events that fill the air with anticipation and excitement for the season to come. Enjoy iconic Atlanta Christmas events, Hanukkah celebrations and Kwanzaa traditions and discover what's new this season. The possibilities are endless with so many things to do in Atlanta at Christmas time and the holidays. Start making your plans today!
Explore more Atlanta holiday fun and entertainment taking place throughout the season and find great deals on hotel packages from Stone Mountain and Buckhead, as well as discounts on tickets to some of Atlanta’s most popular attractions.
Magical Christmas Shows & Parade
Start your holiday season in Atlanta with the lighting of Macy’s Great Tree at Lenox Square, and while you’re there, take a ride on Macy’s Pink Pig. Add in the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s series of holiday concerts and the Children’s Christmas Parade and your list is already spilling off the page.
Christmas Events Light up the Night
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden features more than one million colorful lights. It joins other beloved Atlanta Christmas events such as the Lighting of Atlantic Station, Festival of the SEAson at Georgia Aquarium and many more.
Holiday Lights Abound in Atlanta
Other holiday light extravaganzas include Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens, A Stone Mountain Christmas, Holiday in Lights at Centennial Olympic Park and Magical Nights of Lights at Lake Lanier Islands. There’s something for everyone this holiday season in Atlanta! -
WHAT'S HOT
GARDEN LIGHTS HOLIDAY NIGHTS
Atlanta Botanical Garden
11/11/2017 - 1/7/2018
The seventh annual electrical extravaganza features spectacular light displays throughout the Garden, including the new high-tech Nature's Wonders, illuminating the world's natural phenomena through countless strands of...
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
Callaway Gardens
11/17/2017 - 1/6/2018
Christmas at Callaway featuring Fantasy In Lights, in Pine Mountain, Georgia, is not only the South’s most spectacular holiday light and sound show, it is one of the world's "Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights," as...
LIGHTING OF ATLANTIC STATION 2017
Atlantic Station
11/18/2017
As the weather gets chillier and the smells of hot chocolate pour out of Kilwin’s, it’s clear that Atlantic Station will soon become a Winter Wonderland! Make plans now to join us for seasonal favorites and a few new,...
CHRISTMAS AT CALLANWOLDE
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
11/24/2017 - 12/12/2017
The joy of the holiday season begins at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center with The Christmas at Callanwolde Designer Show House. Visitors of all ages will enjoy touring the historic mansion elaborately decorated by Atlanta’s...
CHRISTMAS WITH THE ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Atlanta Symphony Hall
12/9/2017 - 12/10/2017
Begun many years ago by the beloved Music Director Robert Shaw, this concert has become a staple for Atlanta families during the holiday season. The Orchestra, Chorus and special guests, the Gwinnett Young Singers and...
POWER 96.1'S JINGLE BALL PRESENTED BY CAPITAL ONE
Philips Arena
12/15/2017
Lineup: Demi Lovato, Logic, Zedd, Halsey, Fifth Harmony, Nick Jonas, Charlie Puth, Camila Cabello, Liam Payne, and Why Don't We
CURRENT
HANDMADES SALE NORTH METRO NOV. 4
GracePointe Forsyth
11/4/2017
Are you looking for great craftsmanship, unique items, and a sense of fresh styles and modern trends? Then the Autumn Handmades Sale is exactly what you need. We are a one of a kind handmade event for the one of a kind...
RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
Center For Puppetry Arts
11/7/2017 - 12/31/2017
Rudolph soars back into town for this faithful adaptation of the wonderful holiday film that speaks to the misfit in all of us. Based on the beloved 1964 stop-motion animated special, Rudolph and his friends (including...
HOLIDAY CRAFT MARKET
Pinckneyville Community Recreation Center
11/11/2017
Art, jewelry, pottery, crafts, andmore. Shop unique, handcrafted gifts! Over 30 different vendors held inside Pinckneyville Community Center’s exhibit hall. There will be a food truck on-site, Free kid’s craft area, Free...
MAGICAL NIGHTS OF LIGHTS
Lake Lanier Islands Resort
11/17/2017 - 1/3/2018
Welcome to the 25th year of Magical Nights of Lights. Like many great traditions, we mixed a little old, with a little new to bring our best light show ever! On this 25th anniversary we’re bringing back ’12 Days of...
MUD PIE CHARITY WAREHOUSE SALE
Mud Pie HQ
11/17/2017 - 11/18/2017
The most wonderful time of the year is here - & it’s happening earlier than ever before! Save the Date for the 2017 ANNUAL MUD PIE CHARITY WAREHOUSE SALE, supporting the March of Dimes!
SNOW MOUNTAIN
Stone Mountain Park
11/18/2017 - 2/25/2018
Snow tubing in GA? Yep, we have it! Snow Mountain at Stone Mountain Park is a winter wonderland of fun. With a 400-foot tubing hill and 2 moving sidewalks to take you back to the top, your Snow session will be packed...
JARDI CHOCOLATES OPEN HOUSE: TOURS AND TASTINGS
JARDI chocolates
11/25/2017
JARDI chocolates is opening its doors for the first time! Step behind the curtain to see the process that goes into making our delicious hand painted chocolates, taste some of our fun seasonal flavors, and stop by our...
CALLANWOLDE HOLIDAY GALA
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
11/30/2017
Join us for a magical holiday evening of live entertainment as we celebrate and benefit Callanwolde's mission to preserve the historic Candler Estate and offer fine arts and outreach to the community.Enjoy catering by...
MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
Theatrical Outfit
11/30/2017 - 12/24/2017
1815. England. This Christmas, cozy up with your favorite Pride and Prejudice characters at Pemberley, the grand estate of newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Darcy. Middle daughter Mary Bennet, bookish and often overshadowed by her...
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: STANDARDS AND CLASSICS - A CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Red Clay Music Foundry
12/1/2017
Standards and Classics is the newest version of the cherished 1960s variety shows from the greatest era in show business. Singers that really sing, dancers that really dance, entertainers who capture the heart of the...
INVASION CHRISTMAS CAROL
Dad's Garage Theatre Company
12/1/2017 - 12/30/2017
Replace your regular holiday tradition with a Dad's Garage tradition – kicking classic theatre in the tookus! Once again, the award-winning Dad's Garage Ensemble will be skewering the quintessential Christmas play – A...
LUMINARY
Markay Gallery
12/1/2017
Artwork that is luminous and lustrous takes the spotlight during Markay Gallery’s First Friday show titled LUMINARY. Gold dust, metallic paints and incandescent sparkle make for a holiday-perfect lineup. Enjoy an evening...
THE MOST WONDERFUL CRIME OF THE YEAR
Greater Good BBQ
12/1/2017
The Experts in Mystery Entertainment are now performing live public and private interactive murder mystery dinner shows in areas throughout the United States. Join us for a night of intrigue, deception, and delicious...
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE & WINE TASTING
The Gifted Ferret
12/2/2017
Free Artisan Wine Tasting and Christmas Open House EventAll we ask is you please make an item purchase and help keep these events free.
15TH ANNUAL TOY PARTY & SILENT AUCTION
Americas Mart Building 3 (Apparel Mart)
12/2/2017
One of the most poignant signs of LGBT Atlantans' commitment to their city and neighbors is the mound of toys on display each December at the annual Toy Party. The event, presented by For the Kid in All of Us, has grown...
A HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
St. Timothy United Methodist Church
12/2/2017
A Holiday Celebration to Benefit the Stone Mountain Co-op<br><br>Kick off the holiday season on December 2, 2017, from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the Christian Life Gymnasium of St. Timothy Methodist...
BACK TO NATURE HOLIDAY MARKET
Chattahoochee Nature Center
12/2/2017
The holiday season is quickly approaching! Are you looking for a way to fulfill your gift giving needs and support your local artisans? Come to our Holiday Market and check out our 40+ local vendors that are selling...
DECK THE HALL
Duluth Town Green
12/2/2017
Join us for a holiday celebration on Duluth Town Green! DECK THE HALL, formerly the Duluth Tree Lighting, takes place on December 2nd from 2-7pm and features live entertainment, crafts for the kids, a polar express train...
LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
12/2/2017 - 12/9/2017
Enjoy a kid-friendly breakfast by Zest Atlanta Catering, sponsored by the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta. The event ticket also includes a General Admission ticket to tour the decorated estate, as well as...
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: CELTIC GUITAR CHRISTMAS
Red Clay Music Foundry
12/8/2017
Welcome to the Duluth Business Association and Rotary Club!A night of absolutely beautiful guitar duets of Christmas Carols, O'Carolan tunes, and Appalachian upbeat tunes.
HANDMADES SALE ATLANTA DEC. 9
ChristChurch Prebyterian
12/9/2017
Just in time for Christmas! Join us for a day of shopping from Atlanta's finest artisans! Browse dozens of vendors with excellent crafts and craftsmanship. The first 30 shoppers will receive a free grab bag with tons of...
ENCHANTED WOODLAND WONDERS
Chattahoochee Nature Center
12/10/2017
Enchanted Woodland WondersSunday, December 10, 3-7pmIncluded with General Admission and free to CNC MembersPresented by Northside HospitalThe year’s most popular Family Fun Day returns with a twist! If you enjoyed our...
TOTAL VOCAL EXPERIENCE STUDENT SHOWCASE (WINTER)
Red Clay Music Foundry
12/10/2017
Featuring: Sean Van Meter, Linsey Davis, Lucky, Laura Mullen and Harper Hodge with special guest and vocal coach Norwood.
A VERY MERRY HOLIDAY POPS
Atlanta Symphony Hall
12/15/2017 - 12/16/2017
There’s something for the entire family at this annual Atlanta Symphony Orchestra holiday extravaganza presenting a delightful Christmas program, and if the audience is very nice, they might even get a visit from Santa...
CANDLELIGHT NIGHTS
Atlanta History Center
12/15/2017
Experience Christmas past with a candlelit stroll through our beautifully decorated gardens and grounds, and be transported into the warm glow of the holidays. Guests are welcomed by a lively Christmas Market filled with...
CHRISTMAS WITH THE GEORGIA BOY CHOIR
Peachtree Road United Methodist Church
12/15/2017 - 12/16/2017
Come hear all five levels of the Georgia Boy Choir as they offer an unforgettable holiday concert. You'll be mesmerized by the transcendent Georgia Boy Choir sound as they perform sacred classics, Christmas carols, and...
DECK THE HALL
College Football Hall of Fame and Chick-fil-A Fan Experience
12/15/2017 - 1/1/2018
The College Football Hall of Fame and Chick-fil-A Fan Experience is decking their Hall this holiday season from Dec. 9 through New Year’s Day. Downtown Atlanta’s most interactive attraction will enshrine holiday...
COOKIES AND COCOA WITH SANTA
Red Clay Music Foundry
12/16/2017
Santa makes his final stop in Duluth at Red Clay Music Foundry. Join Santa and his elves at 3116 Main Street from 10AM-Noon. Free crafts (while supplies last) will be available for kids. Get a FREE professional picture...
UGLY SWEATER BAR CRAWL
Buckhead Saloon
12/16/2017
Your ticket will include the following but not limited to:•Signature Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl T-Shirt (Make it to the last bar)•Unique Ugly Sweater Koozie along with raffles from multiple partners.•Holiday tunes rocking at...
URBAN NUTCRACKER ACT II - WONDERLAND
Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center
12/16/2017 - 12/17/2017
Ballethnic Dance Company’s imaginative adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic gives it a soulful, urban vibe. Urban Nutcracker Act II – Wonderland takes place in The Land of Sweets, where a young girl dreams about...
CANDLELIGHT NIGHTS
Atlanta History Center
12/22/2017
Experience Christmas past with a candlelit stroll through our beautifully decorated gardens and grounds, and be transported into the warm glow of the holidays. Guests are welcomed by a lively Christmas Market filled with...
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: BANKS AND SHANE CHRISTMAS CON
Red Clay Music Foundry
12/22/2017
Spend Christmas with Atlanta’s Favorite Party Band! 2 shows! Matinee at 5 pm and another at 8 pm.
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: MATINEE! BANKS AND SHANE XMAS
Red Clay Music Foundry
12/22/2017
Spend Christmas with Atlanta’s Favorite Party Band! 2 shows! Matinee at 5 pm and another at 8 pm.
CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH AT THE ST. REGIS ATLANTA
St. Regis Atlanta
12/25/2017
The merriment of Christmas captured in a festive brunch setting. Executive Chef Jordan Barnett presents a cheerful brunch buffet on Christmas Day allowing guests to treat themselves this holiday season with decadent...
Source: http://www.atlanta.net/events/seasonal/christmas/