Witness the spectacle of the very first silent night. Chamblee First United Methodist Church will host a live nativity scene on Sunday, December 3, 2023, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The scene will include actors and live animals, to help you imagine … [Read more...] about FREE! Live Nativity in Chamblee recreates the scene in Bethlehem
Holidays
Deal Alert: Get 10% OFF Target gift cards, up to $500, on two days only
It’s nearly impossible to get a discount on Target GiftCards. That’s why this special from the mass retailer is right on target for holiday savings! Whether you use them for yourself or give them to the Target shoppers on your list, now’s the time … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Get 10% OFF Target gift cards, up to $500, on two days only
Huge, festive holiday market at Pullman Yards this weekend
Make your holiday shopping merry and bright at the Pullman Yards Holiday Market! It's the perfect opportunity to support local businesses, find unique gifts, and bask in the holiday cheer. Admission to the market is FREE, and includes free … [Read more...] about Huge, festive holiday market at Pullman Yards this weekend
LAST DAY for Holiday Spirit, a free, family-friendly winter festival at Oakland Cemetery
Get in the seasonal spirit with this festive celebration at Oakland Cemetery! Holiday Spirit, formerly known as Victorian Holiday, is FREE to attend and you don't need a ticket. This is a rain or shine event. 2023 hours: Saturday, Dec. 2nd -- 10 … [Read more...] about LAST DAY for Holiday Spirit, a free, family-friendly winter festival at Oakland Cemetery
Duluth’s spectacular “Deck the Hall” celebration — tree lighting, music, snow playground, Santa Claus, food trucks, gift market, more
The city of Duluth hosts its annual Deck the Hall celebration and tree lighting on Saturday, December 2, 2023. It is FREE to attend, and takes place from 2 to 7 p.m. As always, it takes place on the Duluth Town Green in the downtown area. This … [Read more...] about Duluth’s spectacular “Deck the Hall” celebration — tree lighting, music, snow playground, Santa Claus, food trucks, gift market, more
North Pole at Tucker is a family-friendly winter festival, with tree and menorah lighting, plus more
There are two scheduled holiday events in Tucker. Campfire and Cocktails is an event for adults, happening on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. The location is Kelley Cofer Park, located at 4259 North Park Drive, Tucker GA … [Read more...] about North Pole at Tucker is a family-friendly winter festival, with tree and menorah lighting, plus more
A Walk Thru Bethlehem: Live Nativity in Gwinnett
Come out and experience the sights of sounds of Bethlehem on the night Jesus was born! McKendree United Methodist Church hosts this annual live nativity event on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. You'll find market stalls, … [Read more...] about A Walk Thru Bethlehem: Live Nativity in Gwinnett
Enjoy Christmas dinner to-go — 35+ places where you can order a holiday meal in advance
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 relaxing day. The good news: You can get a delicious holiday meal … [Read more...] about Enjoy Christmas dinner to-go — 35+ places where you can order a holiday meal in advance
Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: ticket discounts are available!
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for the season on November 17, 2023. It runs through January 1, 2024. Fantasy in Lights features over seven miles of lights in … [Read more...] about Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: ticket discounts are available!
Woodstock Christmas Jubilee and Parade this Saturday
Woodstock presents its Christmas Jubilee and Parade of Lights on Saturday, December 2, 2023. It is FREE to attend. Before the parade, come to the Park at City Center for dinner with one of the food trucks. The parade starts at 5:30 p.m. at … [Read more...] about Woodstock Christmas Jubilee and Parade this Saturday
Christmas in Crabapple: Tree lighting plus free Santa photos, caroling, cocoa, and more this Saturday
The 12th Annual Christmas in Crabapple event happens on Saturday, December 2, 2023. 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 this Saturday
CANCELED Lawrenceville’s Hometown Holiday Parade & Winter Festival is Saturday
NOTE: On Thursday, November 30, the organizers announced via the Facebook event page that they are canceling this event, due to a rainy weather forecast. Come to downtown Lawrenceville on Saturday, December 2, 2023 for the city's Hometown … [Read more...] about CANCELED Lawrenceville’s Hometown Holiday Parade & Winter Festival is Saturday
CANCELED: Lilburn Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
UPDATE on 11-30-23: Event organizers announced on Facebook this event is CANCELED, due to a poor weather forecast. Once again, the city of Lilburn presents the annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. It takes place on Saturday, December 2, … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Lilburn Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Kennesaw holiday event this Saturday: Parade, FREE pics with Santa, tree lighting, activities, holiday market
The city of Kennesaw kicks off holiday season on Saturday, December 2, 2023, in the historic downtown district. A Day With Santa takes place from 2 to 7 p.m. The event is FREE to attend and includes: holiday parade live music and … [Read more...] about Kennesaw holiday event this Saturday: Parade, FREE pics with Santa, tree lighting, activities, holiday market
Holiday Lights Celebration at East Cobb Park features a tree lighting ceremony & free pics with Santa this Sunday
East Cobb Park will host a Holiday Lights Celebration on Sunday, December 3, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. It is FREE to attend. The event includes live music, a tree lighting, food vendors, and Santa's arrival in his sleigh. Families will have a … [Read more...] about Holiday Lights Celebration at East Cobb Park features a tree lighting ceremony & free pics with Santa this Sunday
The Buford Holiday Festival & Parade is this Saturday
Head to charming downtown Buford on Saturday, December 2, 2023 for the annual Holiday Festival and Parade. The day kicks off with the parade, stepping off at 9 a.m. in front of the Tannery Row Ale House. It will travel down West Main Street to Hill … [Read more...] about The Buford Holiday Festival & Parade is this Saturday
Save the date for the East Point holiday tree lighting + free photos with Santa on Dec. 8th
Kick off the holiday season with the City of East Point's annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 8, 2023! 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 Save the date for the East Point holiday tree lighting + free photos with Santa on Dec. 8th
Peachtree Corners Holiday Glow on Thursday: tree & menorah lighting, Santa, singalong, holiday concert, more
Mark your calendar for the Peachtree Corners Holiday Glow, happening on Thursday, November 30 2023 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The event is FREE to attend. Bring your lawn chairs so you can sip on free hot chocolate while enjoying a holiday … [Read more...] about Peachtree Corners Holiday Glow on Thursday: tree & menorah lighting, Santa, singalong, holiday concert, more
Marietta’s 2023 tree lighting celebration and Santa on the Square is this Thursday
On Thursday, November 30, 2023, you can head to Glover Park on the Marietta Square for the annual Christmas tree lighting event. It is FREE to attend. See Santa Claus arrive on a fire truck, and enjoy live performances by local school … [Read more...] about Marietta’s 2023 tree lighting celebration and Santa on the Square is this Thursday
Ring in the season at the Holly Jolly Block Party and tree lighting in Johns Creek on Thursday
The city of Johns Creek will launch the holiday season with its Holly Jolly Block Party on Thursday, November 30, 2023. NOTE that this date has been changed, due to a rainy forecast on Saturday, when the event was originally scheduled for. The … [Read more...] about Ring in the season at the Holly Jolly Block Party and tree lighting in Johns Creek on Thursday
Smyrna’s tree lighting this Tuesday features free pics with Santa Claus, music, and a holiday market
The City of Smyrna hosts its annual holiday celebration and tree lighting on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. The event is FREE to attend and takes place from 5 to 8:30 p.m. outside City Hall. There will be live music, food vendors, and the … [Read more...] about Smyrna’s tree lighting this Tuesday features free pics with Santa Claus, music, and a holiday market
College Park tree lighting and Holiday Tinsel Trail
The city of College Park hosts Light Up the City, a holiday tree lighting event, and the Holiday Tinsel Trail. The event takes place on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the College Park City Auditorium -- located at 3667 Main … [Read more...] about College Park tree lighting and Holiday Tinsel Trail
FREE holiday carriage rides in downtown Norcross this December
Head to charming, historic downtown Norcross this holiday season for a FREE carriage ride — then stay to do some shopping or have a cocktail in the historic Norcross town center. There are also lots of opportunities for a FREE photo with Santa Claus … [Read more...] about FREE holiday carriage rides in downtown Norcross this December
Georgia Festival of Trees: Save 30% on tickets for a limited time
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 Georgia Festival of Trees: Save 30% on tickets for a limited time
The Snellville Lighted Christmas parade and tree lighting kicks off the holiday season this Saturday
The 42nd annual Christmas Tree Lighting will take place at the Snellville Towne Green on Saturday, November 25, 2023. 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 this Saturday
Glow Light Show at Coolray Field: Get 25% OFF tickets when you buy this week
Use the presale code below by midnight on Friday, Nov. 10th for 20% OFF The Glow Light Show takes place at Coolray Field, in Gwinnett County, from November 17th thru December 31st, 2023. It features over one million LED lights, synchronized to … [Read more...] about Glow Light Show at Coolray Field: Get 25% OFF tickets when you buy this week
UPDATED! 30+ Atlanta area restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving Day
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 UPDATED! 30+ Atlanta area restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving Day
The Loganville Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony takes place this Saturday
The town of Loganville will host a parade and tree lighting event on Saturday, November 25, 2023, beginning at 6 p.m. A parade of lights will wind thru the downtown area. After the parade, Santa will arrive at the Town Green to light the city's … [Read more...] about The Loganville Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony takes place this Saturday
Gwinnett County hosts 36th annual tree lighting on the courthouse lawn on Thanksgiving
It's time again to light the big tree in Lawrenceville! The festivities will take place on the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse lawn on Thursday, November 24, 2022, from 5:30pm until 8:00pm. It is FREE to attend. Bring the whole family for live … [Read more...] about Gwinnett County hosts 36th annual tree lighting on the courthouse lawn on Thanksgiving
The Battery: FREE winter festival with tree lighting celebration, plus a holiday movie this Saturday
The Battery's annual tree lighting event takes place on Saturday, November 25, 2023. The event is FREE to attend and goes from 5:30 to 8 p.m., with a special screening of Abominable immediately afterward. The festivities will kick off … [Read more...] about The Battery: FREE winter festival with tree lighting celebration, plus a holiday movie this Saturday
Santa on the Square: Visit with Santa Claus and take pics for free in downtown Decatur on Saturday
This Saturday, November 25th, 2023, 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 … [Read more...] about Santa on the Square: Visit with Santa Claus and take pics for free in downtown Decatur on Saturday
Avondale Estates hosts a tree lighting celebration on the Town Green on Monday
The city's second annual tree lighting celebration takes place on Monday, November 27th, 2023 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
FREE! Ravinia Holiday in Lights celebration
The Ravinia corporate campus and gardens play host to a holiday light display and FREE community event. Anyone can visit the commercial property to enjoy the lights and ornaments, now through the end of the year. On Thursday, December 14th 2023, … [Read more...] about FREE! Ravinia Holiday in Lights celebration
Santa on the Square in downtown Newnan – tree lighting, visits with Santa Claus, more
Every year on the Friday after Thanksgiving, the town of Newnan hosts Santa on the Square -- a FREE and family-friendly event. In 2023, the event happens on Friday, November 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. Santa will arrive in downtown Newnan on a fire truck, … [Read more...] about Santa on the Square in downtown Newnan – tree lighting, visits with Santa Claus, more
Free visits with Santa Claus at the Outlet Shoppes in Woodstock on Sundays
The big tree has been lit since Veterans Day at the Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta -- and Santa Claus will be hanging out there every Sunday afterward, through December 17, 2023. You'll find Santa at Center Court from 1 to 4 p.m. each Sunday. Put on … [Read more...] about Free visits with Santa Claus at the Outlet Shoppes in Woodstock on Sundays
Doraville winter holiday event — food trucks, free pics with Santa, more
The city of Doraville will host a family-friendly holiday festival on Saturday, December 2 2023, from 3 to 7 p.m. Admission is FREE. There will be food trucks on site. Santa Claus will be available for photos, so bring your camera. As … [Read more...] about Doraville winter holiday event — food trucks, free pics with Santa, more
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 19, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend and very family-friendly. Light up Dunwoody will take place at the Shops of Dunwoody, located at 5468 Chamblee Dunwoody … [Read more...] about Light Up Dunwoody: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, free photos with Santa, and more this Sunday
Where to order a Thanksgiving meal to go—from restaurants, grocery stores, catering companies
25+ 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 Where to order a Thanksgiving meal to go—from restaurants, grocery stores, catering companies
Reserve a FREE ticket for Santa’s Arrival at North Point Mall
A special event to welcome Santa Claus to North Point Mall will take place on Saturday, november 18, 2023 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. It is FREE to attend, but you must reserve a free ticket via Eventbrite. The fun takes place in the mall's Center … [Read more...] about Reserve a FREE ticket for Santa’s Arrival at North Point Mall
Kick of the season at the Mall of Georgia: Tree Lighting, free movie, Santa Claus, more this Saturday
The Mall of Georgia will open the holiday season with a spectacular event on Saturday, November 18, 2023. It all takes place in the Village Amphitheatre from 5 to 9 p.m. Kids will enjoy special visits from the Grinch, Cindy Lou Who, and Papa … [Read more...] about Kick of the season at the Mall of Georgia: Tree Lighting, free movie, Santa Claus, more this Saturday