Free and Cheap Holiday Fun for Atlanta Families

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Don’t break the bank this holiday season—here are our ideas for holiday fun for $10 or under.
For more free fun, check out these Christmas parades, and find free photo opportunities with Santa here. Find more festivities here.
Reindeer Scavenger Hunt in Powder Springs
Santa’s reindeer have gotten loose! Help find them with a scavenger hunt card to follow the clues to find each reindeer. Dec. 2-Jan. 5.
Snow Day Movie Matinee at Heritage Sandy Springs
Wear your pjs to watch “Frozen,” enjoy a hot chocolate bar, take home a goody bag and more. Dec. 4.
Roswell Winter Puppet Series at Roswell Cultural Arts Center
Watch two holiday-themed puppet performances: “Santa’s Missing Mail” and “Trouble in Toyland.” Dec. 4-6 and 19-21.
Mistletoe on Main at Cannon Park
Go on a wagon ride, see the city’s lights, and visit with Santa. Dec. 5, 12 and 19.
Carriage Rides at Skin Alley
Experience the magic of the season with a festive carriage ride. Dec. 6-20.
Christmas Traditions at Buford Community Center
Celebrate the holidays with photos with Santa, a hot chocolate bar, treats, crafts and a Christmas movie. Dec. 7.
Back to Nature Holiday Market at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Shop for unique handmade gifts by local artisans, including eco-friendly candles, bath products, food and more. Dec. 7.
Historic Norcross Christmas Village in Downtown Norcross
Step into a winter wonderland with photos with Santa, face painting, Christmas carolers, carriage rides and more. Dec. 7.
Grinch On The Green at Phipps Plaza
Snap photos with the mischievous Grinch. Dec. 7.
Deck the Hall in Duluth
Play in the snow, visit with Santa, and enjoy lots of kids’ activities. Dec. 7.
Holiday Spirit at Oakland Cemetery
Explore mausoleums decorated for the holidays, shop wreaths and the Pop-Up Shop, enjoy photo opportunities with Santa, make crafts and more. Dec. 7-8.
Lawless Family Concert Series at Michael C. Carlos Museum’s Ackerman Hall
Help welcome Old Saint Nick as he shares some of his favorite classical music pieces and leads a holiday sing-a-long. Dec. 8.
A Sugarloaf Ballet Christmas at Gas South Theater
This celebration features new works performed by Sugarloaf Youth Ballet and Gwinnett Ballet Theatre and a performance of The Nativity Ballet. Dec. 8.
Bonfire + Marshmallow Roast on the Square at Decatur Square
Roast a marshmallow around a roaring bonfire to warm up this season. Dec. 12.
Lawrenceville Lights at Lawrenceville First United Methodist Church
Drive through this special lighted experience. Dec. 12-14 and 19-21.
Christmas at Piedmont Church Arts and Crafts Show
More than 40 unique handmade arts and crafts booths, a children’s play area, interactive crafts, food, entertainment and free photos with Santa. Dec. 13-14.
Snow Day at ACC at Alpharetta City Center
Move through this winter wonderland for family-friendly festivities, including holiday-themed treats and a photo booth. Dec. 14.
Christmas Movie in the Park at Village Green Park
Watch “Christmas with the Kranks,” make crafts, enjoy sweets and more for family fun. Dec. 14.
Atlanta Concert Band at Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church
Enjoy a concert of holiday music. Dec. 15.
Winter House at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
Enjoy twinkling lights and delicious treats in this historic mansion filled with holiday magic and cheer. Through Dec. 15.
Pop-in for Family Fun at Marietta History Center
Explore the Center and make holiday crafts. Dec. 21.
Christmas on Clairemont at First Baptist Decatur
Featuring the Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir, enjoy a chorus of 100 local voices, an octet from Kinnara and special surprises. Dec. 22.
LAC Movie Night: The Grinch at Clyde & Sandra Strickland Grand Stage
Watch this adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ classic tale on the big screen. Dec. 23.
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s
Experience the magic of Christmas with photos with Santa, play in Santa’s Toy Shop, mail your letter to Santa and more. Through Dec. 24.
Atlanta Christkindl Market
Enjoy authentic German food and beverages in a festive shopping atmosphere with two different locations this year. Through Dec. 24.
Lights of Life at Life University
Drive through tons of holiday lights on display around the campus. Through Dec. 31.
Holiday Lights at Brook Run Park
This light show features 100,000 lights for a walkable display. Through Dec. 31.
Past events:
Holiday Juggling Show at Aurora Theatre
Watch performer Ron Anglin juggle holiday mementos from global cultures past and present. Nov. 16.
Emmanuel Cantana at Gas South Theater
This inspiring evening of music celebrates the season of gratitude. Nov. 26.
Hapeville for the Holidays at Jess Lucas Park
Enjoy holiday cheer with a snow play area, holiday-themed games, visits with Santa, fireside s’mores and more. Nov. 26.
Carols by Candlelight at First Baptist Church Marietta
Celebrate the Christmas season with this beautiful concert in its 25th year. Dec. 1-2.
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