Woodruff Park will once again host a winter light exhibit. It is FREE and open to the public. The interactive Light + Sound Station is on display at the gazebo on the south end of the park. Use your voice, stomp your feet, or clap your hands to … [Read more...] about FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park, thru the end of February
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Ice Days outdoor ice skating rink in Olde Town Conyers is open all month
Ice Days Skating Rink is now open for the 2022 holiday season! The covered, outdoor rink is located in the Old Town Pavilion in Conyers. The rink will operate from November 18, 2022 through February 12, 2023. The hours vary by date -- it's best … [Read more...] about Ice Days outdoor ice skating rink in Olde Town Conyers is open all month
Skate the Station — visit the open-air ice rink at Atlantic Station this January
Skate the Station returns to Atlantic Station, just in time for the 2022 holiday season! This is your chance to skate beneath the stars with the midtown skyline in view, at the largest outdoor ice rink in the Southeast. The open-air ice rink … [Read more...] about Skate the Station — visit the open-air ice rink at Atlantic Station this January
Lace up your skates — Avalon On Ice is an open-air rink in Alpharetta
At Avalon on Ice, you can take advantage of open-air ice skating at Avalon in Alpharetta, inspired by the famous rink at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Avalon’s ice skating rink is open to the public from November 20, 2022 thru January 16th, … [Read more...] about Lace up your skates — Avalon On Ice is an open-air rink in Alpharetta
Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular and Snow Island winter fun park
The winter attractions at Lanier Islands are back for the 2022-2023 holiday season! The drive-through light show from years past has been replaced with a walk-through light display known as Lakeside Lights Spectacular. And if you … [Read more...] about Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular and Snow Island winter fun park
“Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden: Go on a Value Night and save!
The Atlanta Botanical Garden is once again presenting Garden Lights, Holiday Nights for the 2022 holiday season. Garden Lights, Holiday Nights runs nightly from November 12, 2022 through January 14, 2023 -- and this includes Thanksgiving, … [Read more...] about “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden: Go on a Value Night and save!
Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens — SAVE $10 on tickets
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for the season on November 18, 2022. It runs through January 2, 2023. Fantasy in Lights features over seven miles of lights in … [Read more...] about Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens — SAVE $10 on tickets
The Atlanta Christkindl Market is a festive holiday market, running thru 6pm on Christmas Eve
Great news! Atlanta's Christkindl Market returns in 2022. This German-style street festival and holiday market is one of our favorite events here at Atlanta on the Cheap. The market will open on the Friday after Thanksgiving, November 25, 2022 and … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Christkindl Market is a festive holiday market, running thru 6pm on Christmas Eve
LAST CALL for Stone Mountain Christmas: Save $15 on admission tickets
Stone Mountain Christmas is open -- get up to $15 OFF tickets with these discounts, listed below! Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to wander through a magical wonderland of winter lights? 'Tis the season for Stone Mountain Christmas … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Stone Mountain Christmas: Save $15 on admission tickets
Colony Square holds nightly light shows set to holiday music, and other seasonal events
Come to Colony Square during the 2022 holiday season for a festive experience. The Square is hosting events that include a one day winter festival, tree lighting, an nightly light show, and holiday pop-up bar. Note: It looks like there will NOT be … [Read more...] about Colony Square holds nightly light shows set to holiday music, and other seasonal events
The Lighting of Avalon: Winter festival and tree lighting event
The Lighting of Avalon returns to Avalon in 2022. The all-day event takes place on Sunday, November 20, 2022 from 1 to 8 p.m. This FREE and family-friendly celebration includes the the opening of Avalon’s ice skating rink, the lighting of the … [Read more...] about The Lighting of Avalon: Winter festival and tree lighting event
NEW! Reindeer Road drive-thru animated light show at Six Flags White Water
World of Illumination, the producer of the world's largest animated light show, is unveiling a new holiday drive-thru experience in 2022. Reindeer Road will take place at Six Flags White Water. The show runs from November 16, 2022 thru January 1, … [Read more...] about NEW! Reindeer Road drive-thru animated light show at Six Flags White Water
FREE holiday carriage rides in downtown Norcross this December
'Tis the season for a winter carriage ride through the streets of downtown Norcross. The rides are FREE and happen every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This event runs from December 2nd thru 21st in 2022. Please dress … [Read more...] about FREE holiday carriage rides in downtown Norcross this December
Start off 2022 with a guided “First Day Hike” at a Georgia State Park near Atlanta
First Day Hikes are a New Year's Day tradition. This info is for First Day Hikes taking place on New Year's Day, 2022, in GA State Parks. Some parks are also offering Last Day Hikes on Dec. 31st, 2021. For more general info on free-and-cheap … [Read more...] about Start off 2022 with a guided “First Day Hike” at a Georgia State Park near Atlanta
Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
You're early! Our 2021 content is in progress. For now, you can browse last year's offerings -- but please check back soon for the updated details! With Centennial Olympic Park still closed indefinitely, it looks like there will NOT be a Chinese … [Read more...] about Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
The best Georgia State Parks close to Atlanta
Get out and explore! Georgia's State Parks are a real bargain. And there are quite a few ways to enjoy them on the cheap, either as a day trip or an overnight camping experience. Below are current and upcoming deals for admission and tours to … [Read more...] about The best Georgia State Parks close to Atlanta
How to view the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn that some are calling “the Christmas star”
Here's how to view the Christmas star -- the Great Conjunction of Jupiter & Saturn -- from locations around metro Atlanta and other places in Georgia. UPDATED on 12/22/2020 -- If you missed the conjunction at its peak on Dec. 21st, … [Read more...] about How to view the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn that some are calling “the Christmas star”