Posts Tagged ‘holidays’
Enchanted Woodland Wonders at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Celebrate the season with a day of family fun at Chattahoochee Nature Center’s Enchanted Woodland Wonders!
2024 Event Details
Sunday | December 15th
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location
Chattahoochee Nature Center
9135 Willeo Road
Roswell, GA 30075
Part of Chattahoochee Nature Center’s series of Family Fun Days, this is the perfect chance to find some holiday cheer with the whole family. Pack a picnic, and plan for a full day of festive activities for all ages – Even meet a real reindeer!
Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes
Join 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.
Holiday Happenings at Ponce City Market | 2024
Ponce City Market is transforming into your one-stop-shop through December to make your holiday season merry and bright! With ice skating, fireside treats, and more, these Holiday Happenings are sure to bring that bit of extra joy we all seem to need this time of year.
The Magic Begins November 30th!
Location
Ponce City Market
675 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30308
New this year, Christmas trees will also be available for purchase at Ponce City Market! Whether you’re looking for some holiday swag, goodies to bring home, or even a festive workshop – You’ll find it at the new Ponce City Tree Market.
Even kids can get in on the fun this year! Who says you have to wait until Midnight to ring in the New Year? From ice skating and games on The Roof to delicious treats and a Noon Years’ countdown, there will be an incredible lineup of holiday fun through the end of 2024.
Holiday on the Town at Town Brookhaven
Celebrate the holiday season as Town Brookhaven transforms into a Winter Wonderland for one magical evening at Holiday on the Town!
2024 Event Details
Thursday | December 5th
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location
Town Brookhaven
4330 Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA 30319
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.
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
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!
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.
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!
The Lighting at Colony Square | 2024
Join Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for an exciting celebration to make Midtown merry and bright! While awaiting the arrival of Santa himself, the Lighting of Colony Square fills the evening with live music, jolly entertainment, festive activities, and more.
2024 Event Details
Saturday, December 5th
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location
Colony Square
1197 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30361
This year, an honorary Children’s Healthcare patient will light the Christmas Tree to officially commence the start of the holiday season! The holiday spectacular celebration features live music from A-Town A-List, festive drinks, photo opportunities, jolly entertainment, and a visit from Santa. Catch it all at The Plaza Stage with host Karyn Greer of WSB-TV.