All photos courtesy of Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain is never a cheap proposition for families. Whenever there are ways to save on parking or all-attractions passes, we’ll let you know here.
The nightly Lasershow runs through August 1st. After that it happens on Saturdays only, from Aug. 7 to Sept. 11. in 2021 — EXCEPT for Labor Day Weekend. From Saturday, Sept. 4th thru Monday, Sept. 6th, the Lasershow starts around 9:30 p.m., followed by spectacular fireworks.
The daily parking fee alone is $20 per car, so often it’s worth it to pay $40 for the annual parking pass.
The parking pass runs for 12 months, starting with the month you made the purchase. You can purchase the parking pass at the park gate when you drive up to the admission booth. HINT: Watch for the $5 OFF deal and buy your annual pass then.
Take the Skyride to the top of Stone Mountain
The Lasershow is back
The bad news is, it’s no longer free with the price of parking. This is now a socially-distant activity. You’ll purchase an 8-foot square on the lawn for $20 (members pay just $5).
Each square holds up to 4 adults. If you have 5 adults, you’ll have to purchase two squares. But if you have two adults and three kids under the age of 12, you should be fine.
You can still bring chairs and coolers, but everything must fit inside your square. Masks are required while on the Lasershow Lawn.
You should buy your square online in advance — don’t count on space being available if you head to the park without a ticket.
Once you arrive, you’ll choose a marked square on a first-come, first-served basis.
Complete Lasershow details and FAQs here — we suggest reviewing this info before you go.
Discount available:
If you’re buying an All-Attractions Pass, you can add a Lasershow square for just $10. Just put your Pass(es) in a cart — you’ll get a prompt asking you if you’d like to add the Lasershow.
Lasershow dates and times:
- Nightly from May 28 to August 1 at 9:30pm
- Saturdays only from August 7 to September 11 at 9:30pm
Dinosaure Explore, courtesy of Stone Mountain Park
Deals and Discounts for Stone Mountain Park
Please use the links to verify a deal is still on, before you head out — and note that some of them only apply to online purchases and are not available at the gate.
Reminder: There are fees of up to $5 tacked on to your online purchase when you buy directly from Stone Mountain. Groupon does not add fees.
Flash Sale: All Attractions Pass + FREE Lasershow square
This is a limited time offer that lets you get an All Attractions Pass plus a FREE Lasershow square for just $19.95 (adults and kids), plus fees.
The catch: You must buy online at least 24 hours before the day you want to visit.
The deal is valid until until August 1, 2021 but it excludes Fridays and Saturdays.
You will receive one Lasershow square for every four Attraction Passes in your reservation. Attractions Passes & Lasershow Square must be used on the same visit.
Skyhike is not included, but is available as an add-on experience during checkout.
Buy the deal on the park website
Groupon deal: 33% off an All Attractions Pass + Lasershow
This Groupon offer is probably the best deal currently running — because Groupon does not add ticket fees.
The deal is $19.95 for an All Attractions Pass, and it includes a Lasershow square if you visit on a day the show is running (see the Lasershow schedule above — the Lasershow happens only on Saturdays in August and September).
You’ll have to redeem your Groupon voucher by August 29th. Be sure to read the fine print.
If you have kids 2 or under, they get in FREE.
Remember that parking ($20) is not included.
Sky Hike is not included in the pass, but you can buy a ticket for $5 per person.
NOTE: You can get up to 8% cashback from Rakuten (formerly Ebates) if you sign up and start a shopping session before you purchase your Groupon. You get the money at the end of each quarter and can have it sent to you via check or PayPal.
Photo courtesy of Stone Mountain Park
All Attractions Pass + Meal Deal
When there are no flash sales or Groupon deals running, a good value is the $31.95 All Attractions Pass + Meal package. This is available as an advance purchase, online only — not at the gate. You must purchase 24 hours in advance.
Unlimited refills of cold beverages and a meal are included with this ticket. Options include hamburger, hot dog, pizza slice (cheese or pepperoni), chicken sandwich, chef salad, chicken strips, BBQ pulled pork or chicken, French fries, and nachos. These meal choices are available at Marketplace.
Discounted All-Attractions Pass for adults
Buy your All-Attractions Pass online and save on adult tickets. The online price is $29.95, compared to $34.95 at the gate. Kids’ passes are $24.95 whether you purchase online or at the park.
Military discount
This 30% discount on the All-Attraction pass brings the price down to $24.95. You must buy in person at the ticket plaza; it’s not available for advance purchase online. According to Stone Mountain’s website, the discount applies to “all active duty, veterans, and retired military personnel, spouses and dependents when valid military personnel IDs and dependent IDs are presented.”
Deals that include all attractions let you enjoy these options
Note that SkyHike is no longer included in the All Attractions Pass. You have to buy it separately for $5 per person (adult or child).
- Summit Skyride – Ride a cable car more than 825 feet up to the top of Stone Mountain.
- Dinosaur Explore — Large as life creatures up close
- Dinotorium – Four levels of indoor fun, games, and scientific wonder.
- Scenic Railroad – A lively five-mile excursion around the mountain.
- 4-D Theater – Now showing “Ice Age: No Time For Nuts”
- Camp Highland Outpost – Rock walls to climb, plus a low ropes course.
- Geyser Towers® – Play in the spray or stay dry in the suspended rope bridges and net tunnels. Closed-toe shoes are required.
- Adventure Golf – Putter around on a miniature golf course.
- Historic Square – Take a self-guided tour of some original Georgian buildings.
- Farmyard – Watch trained goats do tricks and pet the animals.
- Stone Mountain Museum – Stop by for a lesson in all things “Stone Mountain”
View the Stone Mountain events calendar for day-by-day listings.
The old mill at Stone Mountain Park
Discounted golf package deals
Thanks to Groupon, you can save a few bucks on a golf package at the Stone Mountain Golf Club, located within the park (near the lake).
Choose from the following deals:
- 18-Hole Round of Golf for One Including Cart Rental; Valid Monday–Friday — $55 (21% off)
- 18-Hole Round of Golf for One Including Cart Rental; Valid Any Day — $60 (25% off)
- 18-Hole Round of Golf for Two Including Cart Rental; Valid Monday–Friday — $99 (20% off)
- 18-Hole Round of Golf for Two Including Cart Rental; Valid Any Day — $119 (25% off)
Get $5 off annual parking pass
This deal is currently not available, but often returns in the fall.
For a limited time, you can get the Stone Mountain annual parking pass for just $35, thanks to a Groupon deal.
You cannot use the deal to extend your current parking pass — only to buy a new 12-month pass. The pass is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
You’ll have to take the Groupon voucher to the park gate to redeem it for your parking sticker, and you have till June 1, 2021 to do that.
The annual parking pass gets you access to public picnic areas, hiking and nature trails, children’s playground, walk-up trail, Quarry Exhibit, and the Confederate Hall Historical and Environmental Education Center. You’ll need separate passes or tickets for other park attractions.
Moms get in FREE on Mother’s Day
Enjoy FREE admission for Mom on Sunday, May 9th, 2021, when you purchase any adult or child Attractions Pass. Mountain Members can also bring mom along for free.
On May 9, moms and families can enjoy attractions like Skyride, Dinosaur Explore, Mini-Golf, Scenic Railroad, and more.
Sky Hike, courtesy of Stone Mountain Park
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Sunset All-Attractions Pass — on LaserShow dates only
Starting Memorial Day Weekend, through August 3rd, the LaserShow will run daily. On every day of the week other than Saturday, you’ll then be able to get the Sunset pass for $29.95.
The Sunset deal not only gives you access to all attractions, it comes with a reserved seat on a private LaserShow Terrace. You’ll also receive:
Unlimited popcornA freshly baked cookieAn ice-cold Coca-Cola® beverageFree novelty glow item
