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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Atlanta in December
As Atlanta gears up for holidays, December brings plenty of things to do.
Top Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids this December
Ten Days of Holiday Happenings in the DTL
Lawrenceville - FREE!
Through Saturday, December 7
Lawrenceville hosts ten fun-filled days to ring in the holidays. Each day offers a different event starting with The Lighting of the Great Tree on the lawn of the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse on Thursday, November 28. Visit the website here.
Cirque du Soleil's "'Twas the Night Before" at The Fox
Midtown
Through December 15, 2024
Cirque du Soleil reimagines a Christmas classic in ‘Twas The Night Before..., a family show perfect for the holiday season! Visit the website here.
Holiday Express at Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Blue Ridge
Select dates through December 24, 2024
Families head north to the mountains for this one-hour holiday train ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, featuring the story, The Night Before Christmas. Riders are also treated to holiday music, an activity packet, a candy cane, and a jingle bell. Parents can purchase snacks and hot chocolate while on board. Visit the website here.
Atlanta Christkindl Market
Buckhead - FREE!
Through December 24, 2024
Atlanta parents and kids get to visit this authentic German marketplace in Buckhead Village all season long. The Atlanta Christkindl Market features holiday items, as well as German food, treats, drinks, and more. Santa will be there for photos! Visit the website here.
A Christmas Carol at Alliance Theatre
Downtown
Select dates through December 24, 2024
This year's production of the holiday classic A Christmas Carol returns to Alliance Theatre's Coca-Cola Stage. Visit the website here.
Cosmic Sleigh Ride by World of Illumination
Marietta
Select dates through December 29, 2024
Take a trip through a cosmic sleighride in this holiday lights extravaganza. World of Illumination welcomes families in their own cars to ride through Six Flags White Water as it is transformed into a land filled with out-of-this-world magic. Visit the website here.
Glow Light Show
Lawrenceville
Through December 29, 2024
Glow Light Show returns this holiday season at Coolray Field beginning Nov. 15 and running through Dec. 29. Don’t miss the Atlanta area’s most popular, budget-friendly light show the whole family can enjoy! Visit the website here.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Puppet Show
Midtown
Select dates through December 29, 2024
Children delight in seeing this classic tale played out in puppet form at the Center for Puppetry Arts this holiday season. Visit the website here.
Holiday Bricktacular at LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta
Buckhead
Through December 31, 2024
For the month of December, enjoy Holiday Bricktacular at LEGO Discovery Center. Holiday activities include special LEGO snowflake, meet-and-greet with LEGO gingerbread man, MINILAND Atlanta transformed into a festive holiday landsape, and much more! Visit the website here.
Noel Magic Light Show at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Hampton
Through January 1, 2025
Drive through this huge holiday light show at Atlanta Motor Speedway, synchronized to Christmas music for all ages. Visit the website here.
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia
Austell
Select dates through January 5, 2025
Starting the weekend before Thanksgiving and going through January 5, 2025, Six Flags Over Georgia gets into the holiday spirit. Families enjoy photos with Santa, hot chocolate, beautiful light displays, and of course, all of the thrilling Six Flags rides. Visit the website here.
Stone Mountain Christmas
Stone Mountain
Select dates through January 5, 2025
Stone Mountain Park celebrates the magic of Christmas with music, lights, live shows, and visits from familiar holiday-season friends. Visit the website here.
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Midtown
Select nights through January 12, 2025
One of Atlanta’s favorite holiday light displays returns to the Atlanta Botanical Garden for Garden Lights, Holiday Nights. Expect new music and choreography with more vertical lights than ever. Visit the website here.
Skate the Station at Atlantic Station
Midtown
Through January 20, 2025
Atlantic Station welcomes families to skate under the stars at Skate the Station. Open everyday, even on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Visit the website here.
Margaritaville Lakeside Lights Spectacular
Buford
Select dates through January 20, 2025
Families walk through this spectacular light show with festive seasonal music all by Lake Lanier. Visit the website here.
Light Up Brookhaven
Brookhaven - FREE!
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
This festive holiday event is back with Santa, arriving on a helicopter! Visitors will see the lighting of a giant Christmas tree plus the lighting of the city's menorah. Visit the website here.
Roswell Winter Puppet Series
Roswell
December 4-6 & 19-21, 2024
Kids love the Roswell Winter Puppet Series because of the funny characters, colorful puppets, and entertaining stories. Visit the website here.
2024 SEC Football Championship
Downtown
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Get your final football fix of the season by getting tickets to attend the always fantastic SEC Championship game, back in Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Visit the website here.
Halcyon Holiday Magic
Alpharetta
Saturday, December 7, 2024
A ticket to Halcyon Holiday Magic allows your child photo ops with Minnie and Mickey Mouse, Elsa and Anna from Frozen, the Grinch, and of course - Santa! The fun-filled event includes crafts, face painting, and musical entertainment. Visit the website here.
Atlanta Ballet's The Nutcracker
Northwest Atlanta
Select dates, December 7-26, 2024
Atlanta Ballet brings The Nutcracker to life at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Yuri Possokhov's production uses striking costumes, immersive video projections, and bold sets to provide a magical night of this holiday classic. Visit the website here.
Sparkle Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs - FREE!
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Visitors to Sandy Springs City Springs on Sunday, December 8, enjoy a parade and a beautiful display of lit, miniature homes (around all month long). Following the parade, families are treated to both menorah and tree lightings. Visit the website here.
Woodstock Christmas Jubilee and Parade
Woodstock - FREE!
Sunday, December 8, 2024 Free
The City of Woodstock kicks off the holiday season with their Christmas Jubilee & Parade of Lights. The parade starts at Woodstock Elementary School on Rope Mill Rd. and travels down Main St. to Sam’s Club at Highway 92. After the parade, folks walk over to The Park at City Center to visit with Santa, see the tree lighting, enjoy kids' activities, decorate cupcakes, and more. Visit the website here.
Virginia Highland Winterfest
Virginia Highland - FREE!
December 13 & 14, 2024
Winterfest in Va-Hi kicks off with a ticketed Tour of Lights on Friday night. Families stroll around the historic neighborhood and receive beverages and treats at participating homes. On Saturday morning Winterfest starts with a Jingle Jog followed by a parade and a huge holiday market. Visit the website here.
Snow Day at Alpharetta City Center
Alpharetta - FREE!
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Families descend on the Town Green to experience a winter wonderland with snow flurries plus family-friendly activities, a photo booth, and holiday-themed treats. Visit the website here.
Hanukkah Family Fun Day at the MJCCA
Dunwoody - FREE!
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Everyone is invited to Family Fun Day at the MJCCA for open play in their gyms, iarts and crafts, and games, all in the spirit of Hanukkah. Visit the website here.
Chabad Intown's Menorah Lightings
Virginia-Highland - December 25, 2024
Ponce City Market - December 26, 2024
Decatur - December 29, 2024
Atlantic Station - December 30, 2024
Celebrate Hanukkah with Menorah lightings around the city, taking place from December 25 - 30. Visit the website here.
Noon Year's Eve at Avalon
Alpharetta
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Celebrate NYE early at the Hotel at Avalon with a DJ, crafts and face painting. The event concludes with a giant balloon drop! Visit the website here.
New Year's Bubble Bash
Downtown
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Kids and parents can party into 2024 during the day at the Children's Museum of Atlanta. Visitors enjoy dancing, games, a DJ, and crafts (party hats and noisemakers!). Kids also make their own bubbles to ring in the new year! Visit the website here.
New Year's Eve Bash at The Battery
NW Atlanta - FREE!
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
The Battery hosts a New Year's Eve celebration that has something for everyone. The Early Innings party, geared towards families, starts at 6pm and wraps up at 8pm with an inflatable balloon drop. Visit the website here.
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