UPDATED for 2020! The Norcross annual tree lighting is a virtual event this year. You can watch it on Facebook Live on December 4, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. And rather than sitting on Santa's lap, your little ones can tune in for virtual story your. … [Read more...] about Free photos with Santa in Norcross
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UPDATE on the 2020 Children’s Christmas Parade in Atlanta
UPDATED for 202o! The parade will not take place this year. But, to celebrate the spirit of the event, you can watch a holiday TV special that looks back on special moment's from the parades's 40-year history. The special will air on WSB-TV, … [Read more...] about UPDATE on the 2020 Children’s Christmas Parade in Atlanta
Back-to-Nature Holiday Market & FREE admission at Chattahoochee Nature Center on Dec. 5th
Shop local this holiday season at the Chattahooochee Nature Center's Back-to-Nature Holiday Market. Admission to the nature center and the holiday market is FREE all day. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday, December 5, … [Read more...] about Back-to-Nature Holiday Market & FREE admission at Chattahoochee Nature Center on Dec. 5th
FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
The Atlanta History Center is hosting a FREE Day of the Dead Festival, known as Dia de los Muertos in Spanish. The event takes place on Sunday, October 31, 2021, from noon to 5:00 p.m. Capacity is limited, so you'll need to register online for … [Read more...] about FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
FREE: Mobile Social bike ride on 2nd Thursdays (next ride is Nov. 12th)
The Atlanta Bicycle Coalition hosts a Mobile Social group ride on the second Thursday of each month. The ride is FREE to join in. It is a no-drop ride, which means that you'll never be left behind and you can always count on an experienced rider to … [Read more...] about FREE: Mobile Social bike ride on 2nd Thursdays (next ride is Nov. 12th)
Decatur Haints & Saints Halloween Parade
UPDATE for 2020 The city of Decatur events page lists the parade as "Pending" for 2020. It was scheduled for Sunday, October 25th. We don't expect the parade to happen. For this year's Halloween happenings, click here. For CDC … [Read more...] about Decatur Haints & Saints Halloween Parade
UPDATE on 2020 Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival & Lantern Parade in Roswell
Updated on 9/23/2020 There is no information anywhere about this event in 2020, leading us to conclude it will not take place. Info below the line is from 2019 and is not current. This Saturday, November 2, 2019, the city of Roswell will … [Read more...] about UPDATE on 2020 Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival & Lantern Parade in Roswell
Trick-or-treating at Atlantic Station on Halloween
Update for 2020: This event doesn't seem to be on the Atlantic Station events calendar this year. For socially-distant Halloween happenings in 2020, click here. Info below the line is from a previous year. Atlantic Station is hosting … [Read more...] about Trick-or-treating at Atlantic Station on Halloween
Kids-eat-free deal at Carabba’s on Halloween
From open to close on Thursday, October 31, 2019, Carrabba’s is offering a FREE kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée at all restaurant locations nationwide. Kids can enjoy dishes like spaghetti and meatballs, penne mac and cheese, … [Read more...] about Kids-eat-free deal at Carabba’s on Halloween
Trick-or-Treat at Ponce City Market on Halloween
UPDATE for 2020: This event is not on the PCM calendar this year. For socially distant Halloween happenings in 2020, click here. Info below the line is from a previous year. Trick-or-treat your way through Ponce City Market at … [Read more...] about Trick-or-Treat at Ponce City Market on Halloween
Munchkin Masquerade & trick-or-treating on the Newnan Square on Halloween
UPDATE for 2020: This event is not on the Newnan calendar this year. For socially distant Halloween happenings in 2020, click here. Info below the line is from a previous year. From 10 a.m. to noon on Halloween day, October … [Read more...] about Munchkin Masquerade & trick-or-treating on the Newnan Square on Halloween
Trick-or-Treatment Tour at the Hemphill Water Treatment Plant in midtown on Halloween
UPDATE for 2020: This event is not on the calendar this year. For socially distant Halloween happenings in 2020, click here. Info below the line is from a previous year. You're invited to the 4th annual Trick-or-Treatment Tour … [Read more...] about Trick-or-Treatment Tour at the Hemphill Water Treatment Plant in midtown on Halloween
Trick-or-treating at Northlake Mall on Halloween
We have to assume this event will not take place in 2020. For this year's scheduled Halloween happenings, click here. For CDC guidance on safe Halloween activities, click here. Info below the line is from a prior year and is not … [Read more...] about Trick-or-treating at Northlake Mall on Halloween
12 October deals, discounts, and freebies around metro Atlanta
No tricks here, just lots of treats! Check out our list of great deals and freebies available at national chains during the month of October. As always, remember to verify the deal before you head out. Some of these are good all month, while … [Read more...] about 12 October deals, discounts, and freebies around metro Atlanta
FREE virtual yoga live-streamed from Piedmont Park on September 28th
Join a virtual FREE yoga class streamed live from Piedmont Park. It happens on fourth Mondays through November. This yoga class starts at 6:30 p.m. You'll need to register online to get the link that lets you participate. After that, you can … [Read more...] about FREE virtual yoga live-streamed from Piedmont Park on September 28th
Marietta’s 2020 tree lighting celebration and Santa on the Square
UPDATED for 2020 -- but remember, these scheduled events may be canceled at any time. On Thursday, December 3, 2020, you can head to Glover Park on the Marietta Square for the annual Christmas tree lighting event. It is FREE to attend. See the … [Read more...] about Marietta’s 2020 tree lighting celebration and Santa on the Square
FREE Donut Fridays at Dunkin’ for the month of August — PLUS, FREE coffee on Mondays
Dunkin’ has announced Free Donut Fridays are back for the month of August! You can get a FREE donut with the purchase of any beverage on select Fridays -- so set a calendar alert now for August 7th, 14th, and 21st. Dunkin offers a full lineup … [Read more...] about FREE Donut Fridays at Dunkin’ for the month of August — PLUS, FREE coffee on Mondays
Krispy Kreme: FREE glazed doughnut and small coffee on National Coffee Day, Sept. 29th
Krispy Kreme is brewing up something special! Starting Monday, September 23, 2019, you'll be able to have your coffee and eat it too. You heard that right. Krispy Kreme is introducing its latest creation: an Original Filled Doughnut with Coffee Kreme … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: FREE glazed doughnut and small coffee on National Coffee Day, Sept. 29th
Free open house, tours, chocolate tastings, & popup gift shop at Jardi Chocolates in Chamblee this Saturday
JARDI Chocolates is opening its doors to the public for only the second time ever. You don't need a golden ticket to get in -- just mark your calendar for Small Business Saturday, which is November 30th this year. The open house takes place from … [Read more...] about Free open house, tours, chocolate tastings, & popup gift shop at Jardi Chocolates in Chamblee this Saturday
Christmas in Crabapple: Tree lighting plus free Santa photos, caroling, cocoa, and more
The 11th Annual Christmas in Crabapple event happens on Saturday, November 30th, 2019. It is FREE to attend. Hours are 2 to 6 p.m. The quaint holiday celebration takes place in Milton's historic downtown area, at the Broadwell Pavilion. You can … [Read more...] about Christmas in Crabapple: Tree lighting plus free Santa photos, caroling, cocoa, and more
The Battery: Low-sensory Santa experience this Sunday, for special-needs families
Santa Claus will be on site at The Battery this holiday season with visits Thursdays through Sundays -- beginning on November 22nd and running through Christmas Eve. All Santa visits are FREE and include both a digital and printed photo. The … [Read more...] about The Battery: Low-sensory Santa experience this Sunday, for special-needs families
FREE photos with Santa at The Collection at Forsyth in Cumming
If you're up near Cumming, you can get FREE photos with Santa at The Collection at Forsyth. There are eight separate dates, on weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas: Saturday, Nov. 30th Sunday, Dec. 1st Saturday, Dec. 7th … [Read more...] about FREE photos with Santa at The Collection at Forsyth in Cumming
Holidays at Emory Point: FREE cocoa, s’mores, ugly-sweater decorating, caroling, and more this Saturday
Be merry and celebrate the holidays at the Emory Point shopping district! On three separate Saturdays, you can bring the family for a magical morning filled with fun activities like caroling, tabletop s'mores, and a free hot cocoa bar. Get into … [Read more...] about Holidays at Emory Point: FREE cocoa, s’mores, ugly-sweater decorating, caroling, and more this Saturday
FREE entree at Chick-fil-A on Cow Appreciation Day
UPDATE: Cow Appreciation Day is postponed in 2020. You can see the announcement here. Chick-fil-A invented Cow Appreciation Day as part of its clever advertising campaign. The day is usually observed during the second week of July. You can … [Read more...] about FREE entree at Chick-fil-A on Cow Appreciation Day
Spring plant sale at Oakland Cemetery this Saturday
You may have noticed the beautiful old greenhouse on the grounds of Oakland Cemetery. On Saturday, June 6, 2020, it will be filled with seasonal blooms that you can buy and take home to your own garden. Oakland's encore spring plant sale takes … [Read more...] about Spring plant sale at Oakland Cemetery this Saturday