13 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta: November 21st – 24th
From prepping for Thanksgiving to spotting the Big Guy in Red, the holiday season is upon us!! Don’t miss a moment with our Top 13 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta This Weekend: Friday – Sunday, November 21st – 24th.
Kick off the festivities this Thursday with the much-anticipated return of the Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse & Marketplace! Plus, don’t miss a chance to spread some extra holiday joy in Decatur, where Santa will be snapping adorable photos with pets. Get your jolly on early and dive into the weekend spirit!
This Friday, dive into the holiday magic with the return of Buckhead Village’s charming German Christkindl Market. Enjoy cozy fireside hot cocoa, twinkling lights, and festive holiday shopping. Over at Fernbank Museum, the Winter Wonderland exhibit is back, showcasing stunning trees and traditions from around the world.
Throughout the weekend, don’t forget to visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden, where the holiday festivities are in full swing! From ride-on trains to visits with Santa himself, it’s a weekend celebration you won’t want to miss. Santa is continuing to make appearances throughout town, so be sure to snap a picture with Old Saint Nick!
Looking for less festive fun? Hop on over the the Atlanta BeltLine for a culmination of art and flavor for an oasis in the city – And as always, we have you covered with the city’s best Farmers Markets and a newly updated lineup of Inman Park’s best restaurants. Through all seasons, we will continue to have a spectacular lineup of fun each week – with events for couples, families, and running solo.
Virginia Highland Winterfest Returns This Holiday Season!
Join Virginia Highland’s warm community in a winter wonderland at the return of Winterfest! Kicking off with a Tour of Lights, the family fun continues with a Jingle Jog, Holiday Parade, incredible holiday market, and live music.
2024 Winterfest Schedule
Friday & Saturday | December 13th – 14th
TOUR OF LIGHTS BLOCK PARTY
Friday, December 13th
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SATURDAY EVENTS
Jingle Jog 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Holiday Parade 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Gift Market 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Kids Corner 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Season of Hope | Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Don your holiday festive cocktail attire to celebrate the Season of Hope! In support of the Marcus Autism Center, the sixth annual event hopes – and diligently strives – toward a better future where every child can reach their full potential.
2024 Event Details
Thursday, December 5th
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Location
Atlanta History Center
130 West Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
WildWoods: AGLOW Returns to Fernbank Museum!
WildWoods: AGLOW beckons you to explore the magnificent, sometimes hidden, worlds of nature! Fernbank Museum’s outdoor, nighttime experience is unlike anything else in Atlanta, taking guests of all ages on a multi-sensory journey through glowing displays blended with the natural woodlands.
Through February 23rd, 2025
Select Nights | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
767 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse & Marketplace
Benefiting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the ever-loved 17th Annual Home For The Holidays Designer Showhouse & Marketplace is back this holiday season!
November 21st – December 15th, 2024
Thursday – Saturday · 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday · 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closed Monday – Wednesday & Thanksgiving Day
2024 Showhouse Location
3488 Tuxedo Dr. NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
Home for the Holidays will showcase Atlanta’s leading design industry talents while celebrating design and effortless elegance. Learn more about the Showhouse, upcoming events, and this year’s beneficiary!
Sips Under the Sea | Holidays
Seas and greetings! Georgia Aquarium is transforming into a winter wonderland with that special touch of holiday magic. Exclusively after-hours for guests 21 and older, Sips Under the Sea: Holidays welcomes adults in their tacky holiday sweaters or holiday finest for a festive evening unlike any other.
2024 Event Details
Friday | December 6th
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
There’s no better way to experience one of Atlanta’s top destinations – after hours without the kids! With a unique and unforgettable twist to your holiday traditions, guests will enjoy craft cocktails, elevated dining options, and MP’D Entertainment’s live DJ. Even the underwater galleries will be adorned with holiday decor among the sparkling lights throughout the galleries!
Top 10 Happenings Around Atlanta This Thanksgiving | 2024
Thanksgiving is finally here, and the holiday hustle is fast-approaching! Take a break from all the recipe planning, and explore the Top 10 Happenings Around Atlanta This Thanksgiving: 2023.
With so much more to do than Black Friday shopping, it’s easier than ever to keep your family happy and engaged this 2023 Thanksgiving holiday!
From holiday interior decor to dining, activities for all ages – and even some unconventional fun – we have all your tastes covered even if turkey isn’t on the menu this year.
December High Frequency Friday | High Museum of Art
It’s Happy Hour meets Art Party with December’s HIGH Frequency Friday! Enjoy a moment of respite and fun as you explore the High Museum galleries this month. With a soundtrack to enhance your cultural experience, the evening is the High Museum’s sell-out event of art and music!
2024 Event Details: December
Friday | December 6th
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30309
Where to Spot Santa – And Snap a Photo! – Around Atlanta in 2024
He’s making a list, and he’s checking it twice – Santa Claus is coming to town! We’ve put together a list where you can be sure to spot Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick in 2024 and snap a picture with your family while finding some festive fun along the way.
This year, a few new favorite spots have popped up in addition to Atlanta’s classic favorites. From Seaside Saint Nick at Georgia Aquarium to Stylish Santa at Buckhead Village, you’ll even spot Santa in some unexpected locations! Catch Santa illuminating extraordinary live trees, sip on hot cocoa as you sing holiday carols, and maybe even spot a few of his reindeer as you search your way through the city to catch the Big Guy in Red (or green!).
The holidays may rush by, but we’ve put our elves to work to help you find Santa no matter where you are in the city. So don’t miss out on seeing The Big Man in Red as he makes all his stops through Christmas Eve!
Happy Holidays!
Buckhead Village German Christkindl Market
It’s the most wonderful time of year, and Buckhead Village is transforming into a winter wonderland this holiday season as it hosts Atlanta’s Annual German Christkindl Market among an array of holiday happenings!
2024 Details
November 22nd – December 24th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location
Buckhead Village
3035 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
This holiday season, Buckhead Village will be decking the halls with fresh eucalyptus garlands, oversized pastel ornaments, larger than life floral sculptures, and trees illuminated with sparkling globes. The dazzling celebration continues with festive activities, including cozy beverages and treats, music and entertainment, traditional German fare, holiday shopping, live performances, and so much more!