Find out which are the the best Georgia State Parks closest 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 … [Read more...] about Georgia State Parks: All designated Historic Sites are FREE to visit on Sunday, Feb. 9th
Winter
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
Stone Mountain Christmas: Save up to 35% on tickets
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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 Stone Mountain Christmas: Save up to 35% on tickets
Frosty Fun in Duluth features winter break activities thru the weekend
Duluth launches Frosty Fun -- 16 days of amazing & FREE winter activities for all ages There will be a flurry of activity in downtown Duluth this winter season, as the city launches an ambitious calendar of Frosty Fun -- with activities … [Read more...] about Frosty Fun in Duluth features winter break activities thru the weekend
“Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden — Save with Value Night pricing from Jan. 6-9
The Atlanta Botanical Garden is once again presenting Garden Lights, Holiday Nights for the 2024 holiday season. Garden Lights, Holiday Nights runs nightly from November 12 through January 12, 2025 -- and this includes Thanksgiving, … [Read more...] about “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden — Save with Value Night pricing from Jan. 6-9
Enjoy a FREE holiday carriage ride 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 Enjoy a FREE holiday carriage ride in downtown Norcross this December
Avondale Estates hosts Winter Wanderland, a fun-filled day for families this Saturday
The Avondale Estates Business Association once again hosts Winter Wanderland, its annual winter festival, on Saturday, December 14, 2024. The fun starts at 11 a.m. and continues through early evening. The event highlights local businesses and … [Read more...] about Avondale Estates hosts Winter Wanderland, a fun-filled day for families this Saturday
Ice Days outdoor ice skating rink in Olde Town Conyers is open for the season, including holidays
Ice Days Skating Rink is now open for the 2024 holiday season! The covered, outdoor rink is located in the Old Town Pavilion in Conyers. The rink will operate from November 22, 2024 through February 9, 2025. The hours vary by date -- it's best … [Read more...] about Ice Days outdoor ice skating rink in Olde Town Conyers is open for the season, including holidays
Skate the Station — the ice rink at Atlantic Station is open for the season, with special theme nights
Skate the Station returns to Atlantic Station, just in time for the 2024 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 — the ice rink at Atlantic Station is open for the season, with special theme nights
Colony Square: Tree lighting event & concert this Thursday, then FREE nightly light shows set to holiday music
Come to Colony Square during the 2024 holiday season for a festive experience. The Square is hosting events that include a tree lighting event plus nightly lighting shows. Note: It looks like there will NOT be a skating rink at Colony Square in … [Read more...] about Colony Square: Tree lighting event & concert this Thursday, then FREE nightly light shows set to holiday music
Holiday events at Avalon: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, seasonal ice rink, Noon Year’s Eve, more
The Lighting of Avalon returns to Avalon in 2024. The all-day event takes place on Sunday, November 24, 2024 from 2 to 8 p.m. This FREE and family-friendly celebration includes the the opening of Avalon’s ice skating rink, … [Read more...] about Holiday events at Avalon: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, seasonal ice rink, Noon Year’s Eve, more
The Atlanta Christkindl Market is open for the season, now with two locations
Great news! Atlanta's Christkindl Market returns in 2024. This German-style street festival and holiday market is one of our favorite events here at Atlanta on the Cheap. It is FREE to attend. The market at Buckhead Village will run from Friday, … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Christkindl Market is open for the season, now with two locations
Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular and Snow Island winter fun park
The winter attractions at Lanier Islands are back for the 2024-2025 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
NEW Cosmic Sleighride drive-thru holiday 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 2024. Enchanted Safari will take place at Six Flags White Water. The show runs from November 15 thru December 29, … [Read more...] about NEW Cosmic Sleighride drive-thru holiday light show at Six Flags White Water
Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: Go on a Value Night and save!
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Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for the season on November 18, 2024. It runs through January 4, 2025. Fantasy in Lights features over seven miles of lights in … [Read more...] about Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: Go on a Value Night and save!
Alpharetta’s 2nd Annual Snow Day is a family-friendly winter festival with music, petting zoo, crafts, more
Alpharetta will host its 2nd annual City Center Snow Day on Saturday, December 9, 2023 from noon to 3 p.m. The event is FREE, so grab your mittens and come on down! The City Center property will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland, where … [Read more...] about Alpharetta’s 2nd Annual Snow Day is a family-friendly winter festival with music, petting zoo, crafts, more
FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park
We don't have info for 2023, but will update if we find out the event is recurring. 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 … [Read more...] about FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park
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
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”
