Bring One for the Chipper in January | 2025

Bring One for the Chipper!You may be wondering what to do with your Christmas tree after the holiday, and there’s no better time to Bring One for the Chipper

2025 Event Details
Saturday | January 4th

Some locations run various dates from December 26th through January 31st.

Instead of placing the tree on the curb (which will eventually end up in a landfill), bring it to one of the several “Bring One for the Chipper” tree recycling events.

The annual Georgia Christmas tree recycling program has recycled over 6 million trees and counting, recycling them into mulch donated to playgrounds, government beautification projects, parks, and individual yards.

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Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes

Avondale ChristmasJoin Avondale Estates in the holiday spirit as the 32nd Annual Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes returns for 2024! Adding to the festive cheer, the entire city will be glowing with holiday lights—from every street to the Avondale Estates Business District and plazas. Residents are encouraged to join the tradition and help “Light Up Avondale!”

2024 Event Details
Sunday | December 15th
3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Avondale Holiday Market
Noon – 6:00 p.m.

The six homes on this year’s tour represent the various styles of architecture in our city will be featured for the tour.. In past years, two of the Avondale “originals” were built when the city was established in 1926, alongside a 40s bungalow, two recently renovated 50s bungalows, and an entirely updated 60 two-story home. 

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Fernbank After Dark x WildWoods: AGLOW: Holiday Spirits & Science

Fernbank After DarkAtlanta’s favorite adult science night is back each month, offering exclusive Museum access after dark with a variety of themed activities for adults! Don’t miss live music, immersive science demonstrations, full bars, and more at December’s Fernbank After Dark x WildWoods: AGLOW – Holiday Spirits & Science.

Event Details: December 2024
Friday | December 13th
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Continues Second Friday of Every Month

Location
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
767 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

December: Holiday Spirits & Science
Bring your holiday cheer for a night of festive fun featuring after-hour access to Fernbank’s exhibits, the captivating lights of WildWoods: AGLOW, holiday-themed activities, music and more!

WildWoods: AGLOW is featured during Fernbank After Dark!
Journey into the magnificent, sometimes hidden, worlds of nature in Fernbank’s outdoor, nighttime experience, WildWoods: AGLOW.

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13 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta: November 21st – 24th

Decatur HolidaysFrom 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.

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WildWoods: AGLOW Returns to Fernbank Museum!

Wildwoods AglowWildWoods: 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

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The Callanwolde Winter House Returns this Holiday Season!

Callanwolde Winter HouseImmerse yourself in all that Callanwolde has to offer through a welcoming, family-friendly art experience this holiday season! Filled with twinkling lights, laughter, and delectable treats, Winter House offers 9 days of art and holiday magic all in one place.

2024 Event Details
November 30th – December 15th

Location
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
980 Briarcliff Road
Atlanta, GA 30306

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Waldorf School of Atlanta Holiday Fair | 2024

The Waldorf School of Atlanta celebrates its 35th Anniversary with the annual Holiday Fair!

2024 Event Details
Saturday | November 9th
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Adult Only Preview Evening
Friday | November 8th
6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Location
The Waldorf School of Atlanta
827 Kirk Road
Decatur, GA 30030

Admission is FREE with fees for activities!

Guests of all ages will enjoy a range of interactive and activities, one-of-a-kind shopping, live entertainment, and artful displays. Don’t miss this festive annual tradition!

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Winter Wonderland: Celebrations & Traditions Around the World

Fernbank Winter WonderlandShowcasing celebrations from around the globe, the Winter Wonderland: Celebrations & Traditions Around the World exhibit fills Fernbank Museum with over two floors of twinkling, beautifully decorated trees throughout the holiday season!

Opens November 23rd, 2024
November 23rd, 2024 – January 12th, 2025

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Adventures in Science at Fernbank Museum

Fernbank Adventures in ScienceCalling all science fans! Adventures in Science invites you to explore science and natural history at Fernbank Museum. Learn about different scientific fields, enjoy interactive experiments, and engage with Fernbank educations and local specialists! 

2024 Event Details
Saturday | November 16th
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
767 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Included with Museum Admission

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Day of the Dead Haints & Saints Halloween Parade

Haints Saints DecaturWhat started out in 2011 as a small walking parade around the Square has grown into a city-wide Halloween tradition – And this year, celebrate the Haints and Saints Halloween Parade with a Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) twist!

2024 Event Details
Sunday | October 27th
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Starting Location
Decatur Cemetery | 229 Bell St.

End Location
Decatur Square | 111 E Court Square

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