Posts Tagged ‘Metro Atlanta’
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.
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!
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!
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at Atlanta Botanical Garden
‘Tis the Season! The 14th annual Garden Lights, Holiday Nights returns to the Atlanta Botanical Gardens with a holiday tradition that is perfect for faithful friends, a date night, or a night out with the whole family!
2024 – 2025 Event Details
November 16th – January 12th
5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Where
Atlanta Botanical Gardens
1345 Piedmont Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30309
Marist Holiday Traditions Arts & Crafts Show
Looking for that special gift for that special someone? Now in its 44th year, Marist Holiday Traditions is the place to find that one-of-a-kind item with one of the largest juried arts and crafts shows in the Southeast!
2024 Event Details
Saturday | October 26th
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location
Marist School
3790 Ashford-Dunwoody Road
Atlanta, GA 30319
Admission
$5 Advance Tickets | No strollers
22nd Annual Decatur Wine Festival | 2024
Join fellow wine lovers for a beautiful Fall afternoon of tasting and mingling at the Decatur Wine Festival! The Decatur Arts Alliance’s 22nd annual fundraiser returns with over 375 varieties of wine, tasty bites, the beloved Wine Wall, and a dance party to keep you dancing as you sip all afternoon long.
2024 Event Details
Saturday | November 9th
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Early Entry: 12:00 p.m.
Location
The Old Courthouse Square
101 E. Court Square
Decatur, GA 30030
Atlanta Chili Cook Off | Brook Run Park
Whether you cook, compete, or come to eat, the Atlanta Chili Cook Off makes competition tastes better than ever. The delicious day with friends and family is just around the corner!
2024 Guide: Top 20 Halloween Happenings Around Atlanta
It’s officially the season for spooking and bewitching! We couldn’t be more excited to get into the Halloween spirit with Your 2024 Guide to the Top 20 Halloween Happenings Around Atlanta.
With so many beloved events making the their return from previous years, there are plenty of ways to get festive all month long. From family-friendly activities to virtual events and everything in between, we have you covered with all the highlights!
Check out our list below to ensure you get more treats than tricks all throughout the month:
Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade Returns for 2024!
We are thrilled to announce the return of the Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade! The beloved Halloween tradition is back with two days of local artists, live music, a monster sticker hunt, ghost tours, food trucks, and so much more.
2024 Halloween Festival
October 19th – 20th
Saturday & Sunday | 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
This year’s wicked two-day festival is the spookiest and biggest Halloween celebration in the Southeast! Thousands of people attended last year’s festival, making it the most successful event yet – and this year promises to be even bigger and better. Join along for a festive weekend featuring the world-famous L5P Halloween Parade, a Monster Sticker Hunt, live music across both days of the festival, an Art and Vintage Market, Ghost Tours, a Skate Park, and all the delicious local food & drink vendors you’ve come to know and expect at the annual Spooktacular!