The Decatur Makers will host its third annual Holiday Makers Market on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is FREE to attend, but the Kid Zone has a fee. Shop handmade gifts from local artists and makers, including: … [Read more...] about Holiday Makers Market this Saturday in Decatur
Holiday Fun
Holiday tree lighting, concert, and lantern parade at Harmony Park in Oakhurst, on Dec. 7th
The Oakhurst Neighborhood Association hosts the annual tree lighting, lantern parade, and community choir performance on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. It takes place at Harmony Park, in the Oakhurst neighborhood of … [Read more...] about Holiday tree lighting, concert, and lantern parade at Harmony Park in Oakhurst, on Dec. 7th
Winterfest and Tree Lighting on the lawn at Perimeter Church in Johns Creek
On Sunday, December 7, 2025, the community is invited to the annual Winterfest and Tree Lighting event hosted by Perimeter Church. The activities go from 2 to 5 p.m. on the church lawn -- so dress warmly for an afternoon of festive cheer, … [Read more...] about Winterfest and Tree Lighting on the lawn at Perimeter Church in Johns Creek
Run a Turkey Trot dressed like a burrito and get a FREE Qdoba entree
There are a lot of popular Thanksgiving traditions, including the Turkey Trot -- a short run on or around Thanksgiving day. Often the atmosphere is lighthearted, with funny costumes, quirky prizes, and a focus on community rather than competition. … [Read more...] about Run a Turkey Trot dressed like a burrito and get a FREE Qdoba entree
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
Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day on third Saturdays
Marietta History Center hosts FREE family fun days on third Saturdays The Marietta History Center hosts a Family Fun Day on the third Saturday of each month. The events are FREE and you are welcome to pop in for various activities. This … [Read more...] about Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day on third Saturdays
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
Planet Fitness to give away FREE Thanksgiving turkeys
We received this information in a media alert, directly from a PR agency representing Planet Fitness. Planet Fitness members and the local community can receive a FREE turkey, while supplies last. Planet Fitness is helping the Atlanta … [Read more...] about Planet Fitness to give away FREE Thanksgiving turkeys
Woodstock Christmas Jubilee and Parade, with tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 7th
Woodstock presents its Christmas Jubilee and Parade of Lights on Sunday, December 7, 2025. It is FREE to attend. The event goes from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Before the parade, come to the Park at City Center for dinner with one of … [Read more...] about Woodstock Christmas Jubilee and Parade, with tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 7th
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
The Mill on Etowah hosts Holiday Screen on the Green: free movie every Friday in December
Holiday Screen on the Green takes place at The Mill on Etowah every Friday in December. Come celebrate the season with holiday classics, plus live performances under the stars. The events are FREE to attend, and go from 5 t0 8 p.m. Bring … [Read more...] about The Mill on Etowah hosts Holiday Screen on the Green: free movie every Friday in December
Chamblee’s Holiday Hoopla is a family-fun event on December 5th
The charming town of Chamblee is pulling out all the stops this holiday season with the return of Holiday Hoopla! Here's what you need to need to know about the 2025 event. The Holiday Hoopla Celebration takes place on Friday, December 5, 2025 … [Read more...] about Chamblee’s Holiday Hoopla is a family-fun event on December 5th
Christmas in Canton: Santa Claus, petting zoo, inflatables, more on Dec. 12th
Christmas in Canton, an annual street festival, takes place on Friday, December 12, 2025. Hours are 6 to 9 p.m. in the historic downtown area. Activities include a visit with Santa, a petting zoo, face painting, balloon twisting, S'mores station, … [Read more...] about Christmas in Canton: Santa Claus, petting zoo, inflatables, more on Dec. 12th
Nordstrom offers FREE photos with Santa for cardholders this holiday season — reserve now
Nordstrom is offering FREE photos with Santa Claus to all Nordstrom cardholders this December. This is normally a $40 photo package, so it's well worth taking advantage of. The Nordstrom stores participating in our area are located … [Read more...] about Nordstrom offers FREE photos with Santa for cardholders this holiday season — reserve now
Where to see holiday lights in metro Atlanta — including many FREE spectacular displays!
Best holiday lights near me, where to see christmas lights for free Atlantans love their holiday lights! Whether you're looking for an immersive experience with an admission fee or just a leisurely drive through a really lit neighborhood, … [Read more...] about Where to see holiday lights in metro Atlanta — including many FREE spectacular displays!
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
FLASH SALE on tickets for “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at the Center for Puppetry Arts
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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer will be showing at the Center for Puppetry Arts from November 12 through December 28, 2025. There are a few ways to save on tickets -- see the details below. This annual production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed … [Read more...] about FLASH SALE on tickets for “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at the Center for Puppetry Arts
Wendy’s: Give a Frosty Key Tag for Valentine’s Day, just $3 for free Frostys all year
Want to get a FREE Jr. Frosty at Wendy’s throughout 2025? All you have to do is purchase a cool Frosty Keychain Tag for just $3 at participating Wendy's locations. It’s the key to a year’s worth of cool treats at no cost -- a small investment for … [Read more...] about Wendy’s: Give a Frosty Key Tag for Valentine’s Day, just $3 for free Frostys all year
Last call for Avalon On Ice, open thru Monday
At Avalon on Ice, you can take advantage of open-air ice skating at Avalon in Alpharetta. The rink was inspired by the famous rink at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Avalon’s ice skating rink is open to the public from November 24, 2024 thru … [Read more...] about Last call for Avalon On Ice, open thru Monday
Christmasville Tinseltown: McDonough’s FREE walkable light show runs through Monday
The city of McDonough will host a FREE walkable light show this holiday season. Opening night is Saturday, November 30, 2024, and the event continues nightly until January 6th. Hours are 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. PLUS, on Saturday, December 14, … [Read more...] about Christmasville Tinseltown: McDonough’s FREE walkable light show runs through Monday
Save 50% on the Winter Lantern Festival at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds
This event is apparently not happening in 2025. Info below is from a prior year. The Winter Lantern Festival returns for a fifth year, bringing a stunning collection of dazzling lanterns to the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. Thanks to a … [Read more...] about Save 50% on the Winter Lantern Festival at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds
9 family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve and extra-early NYE celebrations for kids
Want to ring in the new year with your entire family, without busting the kids' bedtime routine? Consider one of these December 31st afternoon or early evening events. Some mark the "new year" at 12 noon, while others use 8 p.m. for the countdown … [Read more...] about 9 family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve and extra-early NYE celebrations for kids
FREE New Year’s Eve Bash at The Battery — including an “early innings” bash for the kids
The Battery Atlanta will celebrate the New Year in style as 2024 fades into 2025, with its annual New Year’s Eve Bash. The event is FREE to attend, and you do not need a ticket. Braves in-game host Mark Owens will emcee the entire evening of … [Read more...] about FREE New Year’s Eve Bash at The Battery — including an “early innings” bash for the kids
Head to the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl FanFest event — it’s FREE & family-friendly
It's almost time for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl! Texas and Arizona State will play in the 57th annual Peach Bowl game, at Mercedes Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta, on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. As always, … [Read more...] about Head to the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl FanFest event — it’s FREE & family-friendly
40+ restaurants that are open on Christmas Day or Christmas Eve — in Atlanta and the suburbs
Updated for 2023! A number of restaurants serve a special Christmas Day menu -- either a buffet or a fixed-price menu. Other restaurants are open and serving their regular menu -- like many of Atlanta's Asian restaurants. Among the … [Read more...] about 40+ restaurants that are open on Christmas Day or Christmas Eve — in Atlanta and the suburbs
50+ holiday gift card BONUS offers from restaurants and retailers
Gift cards are always a popular item at this time of year. They're an efficient and convenient way to simplify holiday shopping. Best of all, it pays to buy gift cards at this time of year -- because of the bonus offers. Yes, many … [Read more...] about 50+ holiday gift card BONUS offers from restaurants and retailers
ATL Holiday Market at Piedmont Park features vendors, food trucks, free pics with Santa Claus
The ATL Holiday Market takes place at Piedmont Park on Sunday, December 15, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be over 200 vendors on site, so you can shop local for crafts and other creations. There will also be a variety of food … [Read more...] about ATL Holiday Market at Piedmont Park features vendors, food trucks, free pics with Santa Claus
