UPDATED on 1/3/2021 -- the price has dropped to $25 per car for all remaining dates! It's another drive-through holiday light show, and this one is inside the perimeter! Atlantic Station will host its Festival of Lights from Tuesday, December … [Read more...] about UPDATE: New, lower price for Festival of Lights drive-thru event at Atlantic Station
Kids and Family
DISCOUNTS for a day pass to the Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park, in LaGrange
If you’d like to make your kids very happy, you could take them to Great Wolf Lodge, with a day pass to the indoor water park -- which features water heated to a very comfy 84 degrees. There is currently a Groupon deal for day passes to Great Wolf … [Read more...] about DISCOUNTS for a day pass to the Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park, in LaGrange
Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island are open all month long
UPDATED for 2020! The holiday attractions at Lanier Islands are a mix of old favorites and fresh options in 2020. The drive-through light show, Magical Nights of Lights, is gone this year. It has been replaced with a brand new walk-through … [Read more...] about Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island are open all month long
LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens, open thru Jan. 4th
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for the season on November 20, 2020. It runs through January 4, 2021. Now is the time to snag discount tickets. There are a couple … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens, open thru Jan. 4th
Avalon On Ice: The rink is open on New Year’s Day and thru Jan.18th
UPDATED for 2020! At Avalon on Ice, you can take advantage of open-air ice skating at Avalon in Alpharetta. Avalon’s ice skating rink is open to the public from November 22, 2020 to January 18, 2021. The rink is open on Christmas Eve and … [Read more...] about Avalon On Ice: The rink is open on New Year’s Day and thru Jan.18th
105 at-home activities for kids and families (that don’t involve screen time!)
With kids on winter break, you've probably already started hearing that familiar refrain, What can I do? And at some point, you'll probably want to find an activity that does NOT involve screen time. Here are some ideas to get the creative … [Read more...] about 105 at-home activities for kids and families (that don’t involve screen time!)
LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Stone Mountain Christmas, thru Jan. 3rd
Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to play in the snow this winter? 'Tis the season for Stone Mountain Christmas discounts. Stone Mountain Christmas runs from November 14, 2020 through January 3, 2021. Read on for details -- including … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Stone Mountain Christmas, thru Jan. 3rd
Green Spaces: Explore the Peachtree Creek Greenway’s paved walking trail
Brookhaven's "model mile" for the Peachtree Creek Greenway is open for use! The official ribbon-cutting took place in December of 2019, so if you haven't been there yet, it's time to get out and explore. The newly opened section of the Greenway is … [Read more...] about Green Spaces: Explore the Peachtree Creek Greenway’s paved walking trail
Where to get free photos with Santa – a day-by-day list for 2020
It's a time honored Christmas tradition -- having a photo taken with Santa Claus. But did you know there are quite a few opportunities to meet Santa without paying for an expensive photo package? We're listing all the free Santa photo opps we can … [Read more...] about Where to get free photos with Santa – a day-by-day list for 2020
Dunwoody Nature Center: Soulstice Yoga on Monday, Dec. 21st
Dunwoody Nature Center is a 22-acre nature preserve that includes two miles of hiking trails, playgrounds, gardens, a wetlands boardwalk, picnic areas, and a creek. It is ALWAYS FREE to visit. The center also hosts activities and special events, … [Read more...] about Dunwoody Nature Center: Soulstice Yoga on Monday, Dec. 21st
The Battery: FREE outdoor showing of “The Grinch” on Friday
Come to The Battery for a FREE outdoor showing of The Grinch. The family-friendly event takes place on Friday, December 18th, with a showtime of 7 p.m. This is a "movie under the stars" and NOT a drive-in movie -- so you'll want to bundle … [Read more...] about The Battery: FREE outdoor showing of “The Grinch” on Friday
College Football Hall of Fame: Tailgating Saturdays every weekend in December
The College Football Hall of Fame is open again, with safety precautions. This favorite Atlanta museum includes must-see interactive exhibits with content personalized to over 770 teams, historical artifacts, a three-story helmet wall, and the … [Read more...] about College Football Hall of Fame: Tailgating Saturdays every weekend in December
Santa’s Post Office at The Battery: FREE socially-distant Santa photos every day thru Dec. 24th
Santa Claus will be on site at The Battery this holiday season! Your kids can experience the magic of the holiday season with a socially-distanced Santa outing. This event is FREE and open to the public. Parking is FREE for the first three … [Read more...] about Santa’s Post Office at The Battery: FREE socially-distant Santa photos every day thru Dec. 24th
FREE no-contact photos with Santa at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s (register in advance)
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's are once again hosting Santa's Wonderland, with a re-imagined, no-contact, FREE Santa Claus experience. Bass Pro Shops is located in Lawrenceville. Cabela's is located in Acworth. The biggest … [Read more...] about FREE no-contact photos with Santa at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s (register in advance)
Where’s Santa? 5 ways your kids can track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve
Are the kids eager for Santa? There are several ways to track Santa Claus on his flight through the sky! It's Christmas Eve 2020 and the weather outside is frightful! If you're looking for something to do at home, why not make a little magic … [Read more...] about Where’s Santa? 5 ways your kids can track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve
Buford Corn Maze hosts “Christmas Experience” this weekend
UPDATED on 12/09/2020 Visit the farm on Saturday, Dec. 12th or Sunday, Dec. 13th. On Sunday, Santa will make a visit between noon and 3 p.m. Bring your camera! The farm hours these days are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $8. Visit … [Read more...] about Buford Corn Maze hosts “Christmas Experience” this weekend
Lawrenceville’s Christmas Experience & fireworks show this Saturday
Come to downtown Lawrenceville on Satruday, December 12th for the city's Merry Little Christmas Experience & Fireworks Show. The event is FREE to attend and takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. NOTE that the drive-in movie is sold out. It is the … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville’s Christmas Experience & fireworks show this Saturday
Drive-in Chanukah celebration at the Ponce City Market lot this Sunday
Chabad Intown hosts an event for the fourth night of Chanukah, on Sunday, December 13, 2020. Bring your own picnic meal and experience a unique Chanukah celebration from the safety of your car. The event is FREE to attend. It takes place in … [Read more...] about Drive-in Chanukah celebration at the Ponce City Market lot this Sunday
How to stream “A Charlie Brown Christmas” for free this month (it’s not on network TV this year)
You may have heard that the Charlie Brown holiday specials are leaving network TV this year. But don't despair. You can watch these beloved holiday shows for FREE, during certain time periods. The traditional Peanuts specials include … [Read more...] about How to stream “A Charlie Brown Christmas” for free this month (it’s not on network TV this year)
Celebrate Hanukkah at Avalon’s menorah lighting ceremony this Thursday
The Lighting of Avalon returns to Avalon, in Alpharetta, in a format that has been re-imagined for 2020. It all begins on Sunday, November 22nd and runs through Thursday, December 3rd. The annual tree lighting event will be a 12-day … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hanukkah at Avalon’s menorah lighting ceremony this Thursday
Duluth’s “Deck the Hall” celebration and free no-contact photos with Santa on Dec. 5th
The city of Duluth hosts its Deck the Hall celebration and tree lighting on Saturday, December 5, 2020. It is FREE to attend, and takes place from 1 to 6 p.m. The winter festival will look a bit different this year, with emphasis on activities … [Read more...] about Duluth’s “Deck the Hall” celebration and free no-contact photos with Santa on Dec. 5th
Christmas in Canton: Santa, kid activities, outdoor showing of “Elf” and more
This Christmas street festival takes place in downtown Canton on the weekend of December 4th and 5th. On Saturday, December 4th, activities take place between 6 and 9 p.m., with an outdoor showing of Elf starting around 7 p.m. Activities … [Read more...] about Christmas in Canton: Santa, kid activities, outdoor showing of “Elf” and more
Drive-In Christmas Laser Show at Sam Smith Park in Cartersville this week
Move over Stone Mountain, you have competition! The Christmas Laser Light Show comes to the Sam Smith Park in Cartersville this week. This drive-in laser show will run nightly from Thursday, December 3rd though Sunday, December 6th, … [Read more...] about Drive-In Christmas Laser Show at Sam Smith Park in Cartersville this week
Christmas Jubilee 2020 Drive-Thru Parade of Lights in Woodstock this Saturday
This is a fun concept -- a reverse parade! Instead of standing in a crowd and watching the parade floats and bands pass by, you'll drive through a route of stationary floats and holiday displays. This FREE event takes place on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Christmas Jubilee 2020 Drive-Thru Parade of Lights in Woodstock this Saturday
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