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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Atlanta in November
As Atlanta gears up for holidays, November brings plenty of things to do, from Veterans Day to Thanksgiving and full steam ahead to Christmas.
Top Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids this November
Xfinity Movie Series at The Battery
NW Atlanta
Fridays through November 30, 2024
Families bring blankets and chairs to the plaza at The Battery weekly in October and November to watch an outdoor, kid-friendly movie. No outside food or drink allowed but attendees can purchase food from nearby Battery restaurants and have a picnic. Visit the website here.
Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival
Chastain Park - FREE!
November 2 & 3, 2024
Visitors enjoy fine art and crafts, a children’s area, and local food and beverage concessions including gourmet food trucks. Local acoustic musicians enliven the atmosphere. Visit the website here.
IrishFest Atlanta
Roswell - FREE!
November 8-10, 2024
IrishFest Atlanta shows off the culture of Ireland right here in the South. The party starts with music and dance workshops (pre-registration required) and then leads into free public performances of artists, musicians, and family activities. Visit the website here.
Georgia Veterans Day Parade
Midtown - FREE!
Saturday, November 9, 2024
The Annual Georgia Veterans Day Parade takes place in Midtown Atlanta along Peacthtree Street. This is the destination for all citizens to come together and honor our Veterans and Active-Duty Military. Visit the website here.
Harvest Festival in Lawrenceville
Lawrenceville - FREE!
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Kids and parents descend on the Lawrenceville Lawn for a fun-filled Saturday featuring all things festive and fall-themed. Harvest Fest brings together live entertainment, a marketplace, a pie-eating contest, plus fun and games for kids, like a train and petting zoo. Visit the website here.
Stone Mountain Christmas
Stone Mountain
Select days starting November 9, 2024
Stone Mountain Park celebrates the magic of Christmas with music, lights, live shows, and visits from familiar holiday-season friends. Visit the website here.
KIDSFITSTRONG Fitness Challenge at Piedmont Park
Midtown - FREE!
Monday, November 11, 2024|The KIDSFITSTRONG Fitness Challenge is a roving mobile fitness event that makes its way to select U.S. cities in an effort to engage kids in healthy activities. Visit the website here.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Puppet Show
Midtown
Select days starting November 13, 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.
IllumiNights at Zoo Atlanta
Grant Park
Select nights starting November 14, 2024
IllumiNights: A Lantern Festival is back at Zoo Atlanta! The lanterns create a wonderland for zoo visitors to enjoy. Visit the website here.
Cosmic Sleigh Ride by World of Illumination
Marietta
Nightly starting November 15, 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 & Festival
Lawrenceville
Nightly starting November 15, 2024
Glow Light Show & Festival is back at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. Glow has three different experiences the whole family can enjoy. Visit the website here.
Sesame Street Live "Say Hello"
NW Atlanta
Saturday, November 16, 2024
The friends from Sesame Street are live with their interactive show “Say Hello”. Visit the website here.
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
Midtown
Nightly starting November 16, 2024
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.
Paw Patrol Live at Gas South Arena
Duluth
November 16 & 17, 2024
The team of pups are coming to Duluth for PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure.” This all-new live stage show picks up where Paramount Pictures’ #1 box office hit PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie left off, promising a high-stakes super-powered adventure for fans of all ages. Visit the website here.
License to Chill Snow Island at Margaritaville at Lake Lanier Islands
Buford
Daily starting November 16, 2024
License to Chill Snow Island is a seasonal amusement park at Lake Lanier Islands that features one of the fastest snow tubing hills in North America. It includes winter-themed carnival rides, an ice skating rink, fire pit with s’mores, and specialty winter drinks and snacks. Visit the website here.
The Lighting of Avenue East Cobb
Marietta - FREE!
Friday, November 22, 2024
For the first time, Avenue East Cobb is having their very own tree lighting with fun activities leading up to the countdown. Visit the website here.
Atlanta Christkindl Market
Buckhead & NW Atlanta - FREE!
Daily starting November 22, 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.
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia
Austell
Daily starting November 23, 2024
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.
Winter Wonderland at Fernbank
Atlanta
Daily starting November 23, 2024
During the holidays at Fernbank, museum visitors enjoy winter traditions from across the globe. Visit the website here.
Georgia Festival of Trees
Duluth
November 23 - December 1, 2024
The Georgia Festival of Trees is back in a new location (Gas South Convention Center in Duluth) and with a special guest - The Pink Pig! Celebrate the holiday season with beautiful trees, live entertainment, children's games and crafts, and of course, Santa! Visit the website here.
The Lighting of Avalon
Alpharetta - FREE!
Sunday, November 24, 2024
Families head to Avalon, the Sunday before Thanksgiving, for a day full of holiday activities. The festival kicks off at 2pm with an ice-skating performance followed by the opening of the rink to the public. Visit the website here.
Lights of LIFE at Life University
Marietta
Nightly starting November 28, 2024
A drive-through holiday light showcase awaits at Life University. In addition to the magical display, a petting zoo, train rides, and pony rides are available for children. Visit the website here.
Cirque du Soleil's 'Twas the Night Before...
Midtown
Starting November 29, 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.
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