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McDonald’s rolls out 11 days of FREE food items, now thru Christmas Eve
McDonald's is rolling out 11 days of holiday freebies! Starting on Monday, December 14th, the fast food chain will give away free food. The daily free items will be the … [Read More...]

Candy Rush is a NEW, drive-thru animated light show in Marietta, now open
There's a new holiday light attraction in metro Atlanta, and it looks spectacular! The drive-through animated light show is called Candy Rush. It is billed as a … [Read More...]

UPDATED: Where to get Christmas dinner to go — order a holiday meal in advance
Let's face it, preparing a holiday meal is a lot of work. Some years, it just makes sense to skip straight to the part where you're enjoying a yummy dinner, a glass of wine, and a … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Where to see holiday lights in 2020 — in neighborhoods, parks, local attractions, and more
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, we've got … [Read More...]

Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island attractions are both open
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 … [Read More...]

DISCOUNTS for Stone Mountain Christmas, now open at Stone Mountain Park
Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to play in the snow this winter? 'Tis the season for Stone Mountain Christmas and Snow Mountain discounts. Stone Mountain Christmas … [Read More...]
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68 FREE & CHEAP things to do this weekend, Dec. 18th to 20th

The Battery: FREE outdoor showing of “The Grinch” on Friday

Get FREE medium fries at McDonalds on Fridays, with $1 purchase

McDonald’s rolls out 11 days of FREE food items, now thru Christmas Eve

Skyview Atlanta: Ugly sweater discount day, PLUS more admission deals for the Ferris wheel

High Museum of Art: NEW unlimited museum pass is just $4 per month

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

Tucker Brewing Co.’s Winterfest: trivia, live music, holiday market, and more

Candy Rush is a NEW, drive-thru animated light show in Marietta, now open

NEW! Festival of Lights drive-thru light show at Atlantic Station
today’s events
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Ice Skating at Park Tavern (click for daily hours)
All Day | $0-20.00 | Park Tavern
Holiday Tree Celebration at Emory Point -- vote for your favorite tree
All Day | FREE | Emory Point (shopping district)
FREE menu item at McDonalds with $1 purchase
All Day | FREE
Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens (price varies by date)
Discounted | Callaway Gardens
Free Santa photos and more at Santa's Wonderland (reserve in advance)
FREE | Bass Pro Shops
Avalon on Ice skating rink (click for daily hours)
Discounted | Avalon
License to Chill Snow Island (click for daily hours)
Discounted | Lanier Islands
City of Refuge Christmas tree lot
12:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Avalon
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Atlanta Botanical Garden
Lakeside Lights Spectacular (click for daily hours; closing times vary)
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Discounted | Lanier Islands
PRISM Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park
5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | FREE | Woodruff Park
Holiday lights display at Brook Run Park
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | FREE | Brook Run Park (Dunwoody)
Holiday Lights at Veteran's Park (Drive-thru display is priced per car)
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | $20.00 | Veteran’s Park (Canton)
Drive-thru "Lights of Life" holiday light display (Price is per car)
6:00 pm to 9:30 pm | $10.00 | Life University Campus (Marietta)
A Country Christmas at Petit Creek Farm
6:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Pettit Creek Farms (Cartersville)
Holiday Lights of Hope (walk-thru display)
6:00 pm to 9:30 pm | $0-10.00 | Hobgood Park (Woodstock)
United We Move: Home Work-Ins with Planet Fitness
7:00 pm | FREE | Virtual Event
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre streams taped performances
7:00 pm | FREE | Virtual Event
Metropolitan Opera offers FREE live streams of past performances
7:30 pm | FREE | Virtual Event
Drive-in movie: "Trading Places
7:30 pm | Plaza Theatre pop-up drive-in movie theatre
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SEASONAL activities: Winter On The Cheap

Food & Drink Deals around Metro Atlanta
When it's time for dining out on the cheap, check out these discounts and freebies. This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

Get FREE medium fries at McDonalds on Fridays, with $1 purchase
What's not to love about French fries? Especially, when they’re fresh, piping hot and don’t cost you a dime. Fry … [Read More...]

McDonald’s rolls out 11 days of FREE food items, now thru Christmas Eve
McDonald's is rolling out 11 days of holiday freebies! Starting on Monday, December 14th, the fast food chain will … [Read More...]

UPDATED: Where to get Christmas dinner to go — order a holiday meal in advance
Let's face it, preparing a holiday meal is a lot of work. Some years, it just makes sense to skip straight to the part … [Read More...]

Einstein Bros. Bagels offers happy hour special on sandwiches
Einstein Bros. Bagels is turning lunch hour into happy hour with some tasty savings on weekdays. The bagel shop … [Read More...]

Krispy Kreme “Day of the Dozens” deal on 12/12
Every year on 12/12, Krispy Kreme celebrates the "Day of he Dozens" with a sweet deal. This year, that falls on … [Read More...]

Get FREE fries at the Steak ‘n Shake drive-thru (no purchase required!)
How's this for a deal? Steak ‘n Shake is offering FREE fries at any participating location (drive-thru service … [Read More...]
Holiday Fun in Atlanta
'Tis the season! Catch the holiday spirit with these events, activities, and discounts. This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

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, … [Read More...]

Skyview Atlanta: Ugly sweater discount day, PLUS more admission deals for the Ferris wheel
The Skyview Atlanta Ferris wheel is an Atlanta bucket list item -- everyone should take a spin at some point or … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Candy Rush is a NEW, drive-thru animated light show in Marietta, now open
There's a new holiday light attraction in metro Atlanta, and it looks spectacular! The drive-through … [Read More...]

NEW! Festival of Lights drive-thru light show at Atlantic Station
It's another drive-through holiday light show, and this one is inside the perimeter! Atlantic Station will host its … [Read More...]

FREE holiday carriage rides in downtown Norcross
'Tis the season for a winter carriage ride through the streets of downtown Norcross. The rides are FREE and happen … [Read More...]

Lawrenceville Lights: a FREE drive-thru light show experience
The First United Methodist Church of Lawrenceville has created a winter wonderland of lights at its campground, located … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Where to see holiday lights in 2020 — in neighborhoods, parks, local attractions, and more
Atlantans love their holiday lights! Whether you're looking for an immersive experience with an admission fee or just a … [Read More...]

FREE “Holiday in Lights” event and display at the Ravinia campus in Dunwoody
The Ravinia corporate campus and gardens play host to a holiday light display and FREE community event this … [Read More...]

Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island attractions are both open
UPDATED for 2020! The holiday attractions at Lanier Islands are a mix of old favorites and fresh options in … [Read More...]

FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta
Woodruff Park will host the exhibition PRISM: Winter Lights, which will be on display for two months. It is FREE and … [Read More...]
Family fun in atlanta
Looking for things to do with the kiddos? Check out these upcoming events and current deals! This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

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, … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

NEW! Festival of Lights drive-thru light show at Atlantic Station
It's another drive-through holiday light show, and this one is inside the perimeter! Atlantic Station will host its … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island attractions are both open
UPDATED for 2020! The holiday attractions at Lanier Islands are a mix of old favorites and fresh options in … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Lawrenceville’s Christmas Experience & fireworks show this Saturday
Come to downtown Lawrenceville on Satruday, December 12th for the city's Merry Little Christmas Experience & … [Read More...]




























