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Photos with Santa

Mall of Georgia 3333 Buford Dr., Buford

Visit St. Nick in JCPenney Court to take photos.

Stone Mountain Christmas

Stone Mountain Park 1000 Robert E Lee Boulevard, Stone Mountain

Immerse yourself in holiday magic with festive music, dazzling lights, spectacular shows, holiday characters and more.

Magical Flight to the North Pole

Stone Mountain Park 1000 Robert E. Lee Boulevard, Stone Mountain

This journey whisks you away to the heart of Santa’s enchanting world for a special […]

Festive Features

Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring Street NW, Atlanta

Explore this exhibit featuring a joyful holiday showcase of puppetry and nostalgia. Nov. 11-Dec. 27. […]

Tree Jubilee Exhibition

Mable House Complex 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton

View a festive display of beautifully decorated trees and wreaths. Free admission.

Holiday Cards at the Park

F.D. Roosevelt State Park 2970 Georgia 190,, Pine Mountain

Bring holiday cheer to others by writing cards for local retirement homes. Nov. 13-Dec. 19. […]

Million Dollar Quartet Christmas

 The Legacy Theatre 1175 Senoia Road, Ste. C, Tyrone

Celebrate the holidays with Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley. Nov. […]

Enchanted Garden of Lights

Rock City 1400 Patten Rd., Lookout Mountain

Now in its 32nd year, the Enchanted Garden of Lights draws families from across the […]

Fantasy In Lights

Callaway Gardens 17800 U.S. 27, Pine Mountain

Drive through more than 8 million twinkling lights and a garden decorated for the season.

The Light Park

Gwinnett Field 2500 Buford Dr., Lawrenceville

Enjoy an immersive walk-through experience with a Candy Land, Enchanted Forest, Polar Path and more. […]

Once Upon A Merry Maze

North Point Mall 1000 North Point Cir., Alpharetta

Explore the holiday maze, a scavenger hunt and an ornament craft. Nov. 13-Jan. 8. See […]

Skate City Springs

 City Springs 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs

Glide and spin on Sandy Springs' seasonal ice rink.

Sweetland on Ice

Sweetland Amphitheatre 110 Smith St., LaGrange

Practice your moves at this outdoor rink. Nov. 13-Feb. 13. See website for schedule. $11-$15.

HoliDAYS in Norcross

Downtown Norcross 73 S Peachtree Street, Norcross

The City of Norcross’ Annual Holiday Celebration returns with activities, lights, Santa and more.

Knock, Knock

Alliance Theatre 1280 Peachtree Street, Atlanta

Celebrate community, family and warmth as residents of The Apartment Building prepare for the holidays. […]

Photos with Santa

 Perimeter Mall 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta

Take photos with Santa in the Nordstrom wing. Special events include Pet Photos. Reservation required.

Santa’s Workshop

Arbor Place 6700 Douglas Blvd., Douglasville

Santa will meet and greet all kids and kids-at-heart. Special events include Black Santa and […]

Photos with Santa

Lenox Square Mall 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta

Capture special holiday moments with the jolliest man around. Pet Photos, Nov. 22 and Dec. […]

A Christmas Carol

Alliance Theatre 1280 Peachtree Street, Atlanta

This adaptation of the famous story will include a reimagined set design and stunning new costumes.

68 Voices

Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta

This artistic series highlights cultural treasures through 68 Mexican indigenous languages. Nov. 14-Jan. 10. $25.95-$27.95; […]

Holidays in LaGrange

Downtown LaGrange 110 Smith Street, LaGrange

Make fall break memorable in LaGrange, Georgia! Gather the family for a getaway filled with […]

Mrs. Claus’s Winter Wonderland

Atlantic Station 1380 Atlantic Drive, Atlanta

This holiday pop-up experience features eight themed rooms and festive entertainment. Friday and Saturday nights […]

Star of Wonder

Gas South District 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth

Presented by Buford School of Ballet, this performance includes pieces from "The Nutcracker," "The Advent […]

Christmas Canteen

Lawrenceville Arts Center 125 North Clayton St., Lawrenceville

This holiday tradition shows the magic of Christmas with songs, comic sketches and trips down memory lane.

Gainesville Glows: Lanterns and Lights

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville 1911 Sweetbay Drive, Gainesville

This holiday show bathes the woodland setting in the warm glow of luminaries, lanterns, cone […]

Winter WonderLights

State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens

Walk through sparkling light displays, including a Winter Wondercave, Jingle Bell Lane, Northern Lights and more.

A Very Grinchy Christmas

Lawrenceville Arts Center 125 North Clayton St., Lawrenceville

The Southern Ballet Theatre performs this ballet inspired by Dr. Seuss’ ultimate holiday hater.

Once Upon A Holiday

Mimms Museum of Technology and Art 5000 Commerce Parkway, Roswell

Wander down the rabbit hole in this festive take on Alice in Wonderland. Nov. 20, […]

Gainesville Ballet Company’s The Nutcracker

Pearce Auditorium at Brenau University 202 Blvd., Gainesville

See this holiday classic performed by the Gainesville Ballet Company. Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. […]

The Last Gift

CRCA Black Box Theater 910 Center St., Conyers

Set around the Christmas holidays, enjoy this heartwarming tale about the magic a young child […]

First Voices Festival

This festival is a multifaceted celebration of Indigenous cultures at locations around Atlanta, including a […]

The Gift of the Magi 2.0

Marietta Theatre in the Square 11 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta

Jim, an Atlanta streetcar driver, struggles to make ends meet during the holiday season, and […]

Santa Photo Experience

North Georgia Premium Outlets 800 Hwy. 400 S, Dawsonville

Visit with Santa at North Georgia Premium Outlets.

Christmas at Lanier Islands Resort

Lanier Islands Resort 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., Buford

Make Lanier Islands Resort part of your family’s holiday tradition, with more lights and more […]

Holiday Lights of Woodstock

Dixie Speedway 150 Dixie Dr., Woodstock

This drive-thru Christmas show features Santa’s Village, concessions, lights and more. Nov. 20-Dec. 31. Sun.-Thur. […]

Santa at Sugarloaf Mills

Sugarloaf Mills 5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Lawrenceville

Snap a photo with Kris Kringle. Reservations required.

Atlanta Christkindl Market

Enjoy authentic German food and beverages in a festive shopping atmosphere. Free admission. Lawrenceville Lawn: […]

Free

Roswell Christkindl Market

Bulloch Hall 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell

Holiday festivities include food, mulled wine, vendors, pictures with Santa and more. Nov. 20-Dec. 23. […]

Nights of Lights

Cumming Fairgrounds 235 Castleberry Rd., Cumming

This luminous celebration features a light show, cider, an igloo experience, ice skating and more. […]

Magical Nights of Lights

Lanier Islands 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford

Drive through miles of dazzling lights and festive scenes.

Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue

Pullman Yards Rogers St. NE, Atlanta

The world of Minecraft comes to life at this immersive experience with this action-packed quest […]

Ice Days Ice Skating Rink

Olde Town Conyers Pavilion 949 S. Main St. NE, Conyers

Skate on this open air, real ice-skating rink. Nov. 20-Feb. 15. See website for schedule. […]

Season of Celebration

Alpharetta Town Green 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta

A 50-foot-tall tree will be lit, surrounded by live music, snow flurries, marshmallow roasting, sing-alongs and more.

Free

Georgia Festival of Trees

Gas South District 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth

This holiday event features dazzling holiday trees, a gingerbread house competition, photos with Santa, games, cookie decorating and more.

Santa at Rhodes Hall

Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta

This castle on Peachtree will be transformed into a winter wonderland for photos with Santa. […]

$60

Photos with Santa

Avenue East Cobb 4475 Roswell Rd., Marietta

Create joyful memories with storytimes and photos with Santa. Nov. 21-Dec. 24. $35-$45. Storytime with […]

Santa at North Point Mall

North Point Mall 1000 North Point Cir., Alpharetta

Get in the holiday spirit with a visit with Santa. Reservation recommended.

Wild Adventures Christmas Wild & Bright

Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Rd., Valdosta

Step into a winter wonderland of more than 2 million glittering lights, and enjoy a […]

Friendship Ring of Kids Holiday Display

Alpharetta Community Center 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta

This beloved Alpharetta landmark will be transformed into a festive winter scene with lights, decor […]

Rink On The River Ice Skating Rink

The Mill on Etowah 225 Reformation Pkwy., Canton

Enjoy this winter wonderland with a special ice skating rink. Nov. 21-Jan. 1. See website […]

Holiday in the Park

Six Flags Over Georgia 275 Riverside Pkwy. SW, Austell

More than 1 million LED lights, dozens of Christmas trees, festive shows and culinary treats […]

IllumiNights at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta

IllumiNights is an incredible experience, with vistas of illuminated wildlife and awe-inspiring sights.

Planes and Trains Model Railroad Display

Museum of Aviation 1942 Heritage Blvd., Robins AFB

View incredible train displays featuring up to 9 trains running continuously through landscape scenes with […]

Festival of Trees at Museum of Aviation

Museum of Aviation 1942 Heritage Blvd., Robins AFB

Walk through a collection of beautifully decorated trees for immersion in the holiday spirit. Nov. […]

Avalon on Ice

Avalon 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta

Lace up your skates and glide on the ice.

The Lighting of Avalon

Avalon 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta

Get in the holiday spirit with a magnificent tree lighting, festive music and an appearance […]

Free

Light Up the Season

Piedmont Park 929 Charles Allen Dr., Atlanta

Enjoy lantern-making, music and holiday cheer with the lighting of the Great Tree, Menorah and […]

A Little Peace of the Holidays

Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest St., Roswell

Listen to a soulful, swingin’ holiday concert from jazz vocalist Karla Harris and her band. […]

Swan Lake

Atlanta Symphony Hall 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta

This ballet from the Ukrainian National Opera and Ballet Theater tells the story of a […]