The city's 4th annual tree lighting celebration takes place on Monday, December 1, 2025 on the Town Green. Live entertainment includes a children's choir and Nutcracker performances by ballet students. Hot chocolate will be available. The event … [Read more...] about Avondale Estates hosts a tree lighting celebration on the Town Green on Monday, December 1st
Holidays
Smyrna’s tree lighting, pics with Santa, and Kris Kringle Holiday Market on Tuesday, Dec. 2nd
The City of Smyrna hosts its annual holiday celebration and tree lighting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The event is FREE to attend and takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. at Market Village and Village Green Park. There will be live music, food … [Read more...] about Smyrna’s tree lighting, pics with Santa, and Kris Kringle Holiday Market on Tuesday, Dec. 2nd
Light Up Brookhaven is a winter festival with tree & menorah lighting + activities for kids this Wednesday
Light Up Brookhaven takes place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Blackburn Park. It is FREE to attend. This is a three-hour winter festival that included the traditions of both Christmas and Hanukah -- along with food, music, … [Read more...] about Light Up Brookhaven is a winter festival with tree & menorah lighting + activities for kids this Wednesday
Cobb EMC’s holiday light display is free to visit
Cobb EMC hosts a FREE holiday light display every night thru Christmas. Cobb EMC is also getting in the holiday spirit with a FREE light display at their headquarters, in the Solar Flower Garden. The display will be lit from 6 to 10 p.m. … [Read more...] about Cobb EMC’s holiday light display is free to visit
Get FREE tickets for the Fox Theatre’s Holiday Extravaganza — reserve for the whole family now!
Once again, the Fox Theatre will open its doors for its annual Holiday Extravaganza FREE event. The show, titled Merry Mighty Mo & More, takes place on on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are available to reserve NOW -- details … [Read more...] about Get FREE tickets for the Fox Theatre’s Holiday Extravaganza — reserve for the whole family now!
Bethlehem Walk: A live nativity experience in Marietta on Wednesday, Dec. 3rd
Step into the streets of Bethlehem and witness the Christmas story like never before at the Bethlehem Walk! This live nativity event takes place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 from 5 to 7 p.m. It is FREE and family-friendly, and features … [Read more...] about Bethlehem Walk: A live nativity experience in Marietta on Wednesday, Dec. 3rd
Peachtree Corners Holiday Glow: Tree & menorah lighting, Santa Claus, music, more on Thursday
Mark your calendar for the Peachtree Corners Holiday Glow, happening on Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The event is FREE to attend. The Town Green will transform into a winter wonderland, bringing the community together for an … [Read more...] about Peachtree Corners Holiday Glow: Tree & menorah lighting, Santa Claus, music, more on Thursday
Free and cheap things to do over the Thanksgiving weekend
Got plans for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend? Check out our day-by-day guide to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The list starts with Wednesday, November 26th and goes through Sunday, November 30, 2025. Thanksgiving Weekend events … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do over the Thanksgiving weekend
FREE Christmas Village Festival at Saint Mark Methodist in midtown, on Dec. 19th
Saint Mark United Methodist Church will host a Christmas Village Festival on its grounds, on Friday, December 19, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is FREE and all are welcome. There is also free cocoa and cookies, a free take-and-make … [Read more...] about FREE Christmas Village Festival at Saint Mark Methodist in midtown, on Dec. 19th
Clarkston hosts a FREE Winter Wonderland Festival with fireworks & tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 5th
The city of Clarkston will hold its annual holiday festival and tree lighting event on Friday, December 5, 2025 from 6 to 8 p.m. It is FREE to attend. Bring the kids for arts and crafts, free cookies and cocoa, festive holiday music, and … [Read more...] about Clarkston hosts a FREE Winter Wonderland Festival with fireworks & tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 5th
Piedmont Park lights a dazzling tree, menorah, and kinara
The Piedmont Park Conservancy has announced a dazzling new tradition: a 50-foot holiday tree, lighted menorah, and lighted kinara that will all shine bright over Atlanta, starting this November. The lighting ceremony is open to all and free … [Read more...] about Piedmont Park lights a dazzling tree, menorah, and kinara
Gwinnett Glows: A free tree lighting event and winter festival this Friday, Nov. 21st
Gwinnett Glows is a FREE tree lighting event and winter festival on Friday, November 21, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. It takes place in front of the Gas South Convention Center. Here's what to expect: Lighting Ceremony: Watch as Santa … [Read more...] about Gwinnett Glows: A free tree lighting event and winter festival this Friday, Nov. 21st
Alpharetta tree lighting ceremony: Santa, snowfall, live music, marshmallow roast, more this Saturday
Kick off the holiday season with a 50 ft. tree lighting in Downtown Alpharetta on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The event goes from 5 to 8 p.m. in front of Alpharetta City Hall. Bring your lawn chairs so you can settle in for the evening and … [Read more...] about Alpharetta tree lighting ceremony: Santa, snowfall, live music, marshmallow roast, more this Saturday
FREE pet photos with Santa at Harmony Park in Decatur this Thursday, November 20th
Bring your pets to the downtown Decatur square and snap a photo with Santa on Thursday, November 2o, 2025 from 6 to 8 p.m. Furry, feathered, or scaly -- all are welcome. This is a do-it-yourself photo opp -- so come prepared with a camera, … [Read more...] about FREE pet photos with Santa at Harmony Park in Decatur this Thursday, November 20th
Covington Lighting of the Square on Thursday, November 20th
The city of Covington will host the Lighting of the Square on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The event begins at 6 p.m. and is FREE to attend. There is a music lineup and a small fireworks show. Santa will flip the switch to light up the Square … [Read more...] about Covington Lighting of the Square on Thursday, November 20th
Get FREE photos with Santa Claus in Peachtree City on Dec. 5th
Guess who’s hitching a ride with Peachtree City Fire Rescue? Santa Claus! Santa is trading in his sleigh for a fire truck and plans to roll in on December 5, 2025, at 5 p.m. sharp! Be there for his arrival, then stick around for free cookies … [Read more...] about Get FREE photos with Santa Claus in Peachtree City on Dec. 5th
Santa on the Square: Visit with Santa Claus and take pics for free in downtown Decatur on Nov. 29th
On Saturday, November 29, 2025, Santa Claus is spreading holiday cheer in downtown Decatur. Santa will set up in the bandstand on the Square, ready to visit with you and pose for photos. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don your most festive apparel … [Read more...] about Santa on the Square: Visit with Santa Claus and take pics for free in downtown Decatur on Nov. 29th
Marietta’s tree lighting celebration, Santa on the Square, and Ugly Sweater Parade on Dec. 4th
On Thursday, December, 4, 2025, you can head to Glover Park on the Marietta Square for the annual Christmas tree lighting event, PLUS an Ugly Sweater Parade. It is FREE to attend, and the event goes from 4 to 8 p.m. See Santa Claus … [Read more...] about Marietta’s tree lighting celebration, Santa on the Square, and Ugly Sweater Parade on Dec. 4th
Cumming Tree Lighting Celebration at the City Center on Saturday, Nov. 22nd
Start your holiday season with lots of family-friendly fun at the Cumming City Center on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Following the Winter Market, the Christmas Tree Lighting event will begin at 6 PM with live music from Will & The … [Read more...] about Cumming Tree Lighting Celebration at the City Center on Saturday, Nov. 22nd
The Canton Tree Lighting ceremony and holiday drone show is this Wednesday, November 19th
The city of Canton will host its annual tree lighting ceremony on Wednesday, November 18, 2025. It is FREE to attend. The event takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Cannon Park in downtown Canton. Santa himself will flip the switch to light … [Read more...] about The Canton Tree Lighting ceremony and holiday drone show is this Wednesday, November 19th
The Georgia Festival of Trees opens Nov. 22nd at a NEW location, Gas South Convention Center in Duluth
It's that time of year again -- time to kick off the holiday season with the Georgia Festival of Trees. This eight-day event centers around a beautiful forest of dazzling, custom-decorated Christmas trees. The festival also features live music and … [Read more...] about The Georgia Festival of Trees opens Nov. 22nd at a NEW location, Gas South Convention Center in Duluth
Light Up Dunwoody: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, free photos with Santa, and more this Sunday
The annual Light Up Dunwoody celebration takes place on Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend and very family-friendly. There is a new venue this year! Light up Dunwoody will take place at Donaldson-Bannister Farm, … [Read more...] about Light Up Dunwoody: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, free photos with Santa, and more this Sunday
Order a Thanksgiving meal to go—from restaurants, grocery stores, catering companies
15+ places where you can order Thanksgiving meals to go Let's face it, preparing a holiday meal is a lot of work. Some years, it just makes sense to skip straight to the part where you're enjoying a yummy dinner, a glass of wine, and a … [Read more...] about Order a Thanksgiving meal to go—from restaurants, grocery stores, catering companies
30+ Atlanta area restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving Day in 2025
Don't want to cook on Thanksgiving Day? Who can blame you! We've put together a list of restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving, throughout the metro area. Before you head out, please verify details like hours and reservation policy. If you need … [Read more...] about 30+ Atlanta area restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving Day in 2025
Shop with 175+ vendors at the Piedmont Park Holiday Market on Thanksgiving weekend
This is the fourth year for this event, presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces. The holiday market takes place at Piedmont Park over two days: Saturday, November 29th and Sunday, November 30, 2025. There will be over … [Read more...] about Shop with 175+ vendors at the Piedmont Park Holiday Market on Thanksgiving weekend
Santa on the Square in downtown Newnan – tree lighting, visits with Santa Claus, and more on Thanksgiving weekend
Every year on the Friday after Thanksgiving, the town of Newnan hosts Santa on the Square -- a FREE and family-friendly event. In 2025, the event happens on Friday, November 28th from 6 to 8 p.m. Santa will arrive in downtown Newnan on a fire … [Read more...] about Santa on the Square in downtown Newnan – tree lighting, visits with Santa Claus, and more on Thanksgiving weekend
The Loganville Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony takes place on Thanksgiving weekend
The town of Loganville will host a parade and tree lighting event on Saturday, November 29, 2025, beginning at 6 p.m. A parade of lights will wind thru the downtown area, starting near City Hall and ending at the Town Green. The parade … [Read more...] about The Loganville Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony takes place on Thanksgiving weekend
Gwinnett County hosts 39th annual tree lighting on the courthouse lawn on Thanksgiving evening
It's time again to light the big tree in Lawrenceville! The festivities will take place on the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse lawn on Thanksgiving -- that's Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 5:30pm until 8:00pm. It is FREE to attend. Bring the … [Read more...] about Gwinnett County hosts 39th annual tree lighting on the courthouse lawn on Thanksgiving evening
The Snellville Lighted Christmas parade and tree lighting kicks off the holiday season on Thanksgiving weekend
The 44th annual Christmas Tree Lighting will take place at the Snellville Towne Green on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The event kicks off with a Lighted Christmas Parade -- which begins at 5:30 p.m. at Wisteria Plaza and makes it's way down a … [Read more...] about The Snellville Lighted Christmas parade and tree lighting kicks off the holiday season on Thanksgiving weekend
The Battery: FREE winter festival with tree lighting celebration, plus a holiday movie on Nov. 29th
The Battery's annual tree lighting event takes place on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The event is FREE to attend and goes from 5:30 to 8 p.m., with a special screening of Rise of the Guardians immediately afterward. The festivities will kick off … [Read more...] about The Battery: FREE winter festival with tree lighting celebration, plus a holiday movie on Nov. 29th
Lawrenceville holiday happenings: Tree lighting and more
Downtown Lawrenceville is a festive place to be this holiday season, with a series of events that will appeal to all ages. From the official lighting of the great tree on the courthouse square, to visits with Santa Claus, story hours, a Winter … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville holiday happenings: Tree lighting and more
Trick or Treating at The Forum on Peachtree Parkway on Saturday
Head to The Forum in Peachtree Corners for a FREE trick-or-treating event on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 10 a.m. to noon. Check-in at The Plaza to pick up your Trick or Treating map & bag, then stop by participating … [Read more...] about Trick or Treating at The Forum on Peachtree Parkway on Saturday
FREE: Halloween Boo Bash with trick-or-treating at the Avenue East Cobb
The Avenue East Cobb is celebrating Halloween with a fang-tastic Boo Bash on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The party is FREE to attend. There is also free face painting and balloon twisting, as well as roaming entertainment … [Read more...] about FREE: Halloween Boo Bash with trick-or-treating at the Avenue East Cobb
FREE Haunted Trail Hike at Henderson Park West in Tucker on Friday, Oct. 24th
The Haunted Trail Hike takes place at Henderson Park West on Friday, October 24, 2025 between 4 and 7 p.m. Note that this is a slightly different location this year, due to construction. The event is FREE to attend and you do not need a … [Read more...] about FREE Haunted Trail Hike at Henderson Park West in Tucker on Friday, Oct. 24th
Fall Fun: Where to find hundreds of FREE pumpkin-carving stencils online
Want to know the secret to amazing carved pumpkins? It's all about the stencils. When you have a pattern, you can create more interesting Jack-o-lantern faces, and even carve things like bats, witches, or ghouls. Check out this list of sources for … [Read more...] about Fall Fun: Where to find hundreds of FREE pumpkin-carving stencils online
The annual Sprayberry Halloween trunk-or-treat event is happening on Wednesday
This event is packed full of fall fun and and Halloween treats! The Sprayberry Trunk-or-Treat Jam-BOO-ree takes place on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Hours are 5:30 to 8 p.m. You'll find festival food, a huge kid zone, spooky attractions, … [Read more...] about The annual Sprayberry Halloween trunk-or-treat event is happening on Wednesday
FREE Halloween Fun House for kids 8 and under at East Roswell Park Rec Center on Friday
Halloween Fun House is FREE to attend, and you don't need a reservation. This is an event for kids age 8 and under. It takes place on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the East Roswell Park Recreation Center. The entire rec center … [Read more...] about FREE Halloween Fun House for kids 8 and under at East Roswell Park Rec Center on Friday
FREE Forum Flicks at Peachtree Corners: “Halloweentown” is up next this Tuesday
The Forum at Peachtree Corners hosts FREE films on second Tuesdays The Forum at Peachtree Corners will host FREE family-friendly movies on the second Tuesday of the month, from April thru October. Movies take place in The Plaza from 6 to 8 … [Read more...] about FREE Forum Flicks at Peachtree Corners: “Halloweentown” is up next this Tuesday
Celebrate Halloween: The best spooky events & attractions
What to do for Halloween in Atlanta? This is a list of Halloween activities, organized by date and appearing in chronological order. Of course, you can find these on our main calendar as well, but this listing cuts through the noise and lists only … [Read more...] about Celebrate Halloween: The best spooky events & attractions
East Point holiday tree lighting + free photos with Santa
Kick off the holiday season with the City of East Point's annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 6, 2024! The event is FREE to attend and goes from 5 to 7 p.m. The location is East Point City Hall Lawn -- located at 2757 East … [Read more...] about East Point holiday tree lighting + free photos with Santa
