What's Going On in Atlanta: Holly Jolly Edition
Christmas is undoubtedly my favorite holiday. I start celebrating immediately after Halloween and I believe there is only one true way to spread Christmas cheer (singing loud for all to hear, obvi). I also insist that there is no such thing as an “ugly” holiday sweater - every sweater is beautiful in their own way.
I want everyone in Atlanta to have a Holly Jolly Winter, so I made a list and checked it twice! I have something for the kiddos, adultos, and everyone in between. Some things are free, while others may cost you a pretty penny or two.Go on a date with your holibae or gather up your crew for ice skating, bar crawls, holiday-themed plays, light viewing, and more.
As always, let me know what you think. Tag me in your social media posts: #CeeWillTheTrill
Season-Long Experiences
Ride Macy’s Pink Pig
November 3-January 6
$3-$7.50
https://www.visitmacysusa.com/article/macys-pink-pig
Santa’s Fantastical Immersive Worlds
November 16-December 24
$34
https://www.santasfantastical.com/
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights
Atlanta Botanical Gardens
November 17-January 6
$20-$30
https://atlantabg.org/events-exhibitions/
Illuminate Lantern Festival & Beijing Acrobats
November 21-January 1
$17-$23
http://www.theilluminatefestival.com/
Lights of Life
November 22-December 31
$5-$10
https://www.life.edu/lights-of-life/
Christmas at Callanwolde
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
November 23- December 9
$20
https://callanwolde.org/events-calendar/christmas-at-callanwolde/
Atlanta Christkindl Market
November 23-December 23
Atlanta’s Largest Gingerbread House
November 23-January 1
Free
Holidays at The Battery
November 30-December 25 (Tree Lighting: November 30)
Prices vary, some activities free
Visit Santa and Grinch at Ponce City Market
Grinch until December 16, Santa until December 24
Free
https://www.facebook.com/events/283305518977469/
Ice Skating Venues
Atlantic Station
$12-$15
Ponce City Market
$25
Mall of Georgia
$5
Avalon
$18
Conyers Old Towne
$10
5Ks, Bar Crawls, Parades and More
Waffle Palace Christmas
November 16-December 30
$30-$35
http://www.horizontheatre.com/plays/waffle-palace-christmas/
Atlanta Christmas Parade
December 1, 10:30am
Free
https://www.choa.org/donors-and-volunteers/foundation-events/childrens-christmas-parade
Midtown Holiday Stumble 4A Cause
December 7, 7pm-2am
$15-$24
https://www.facebook.com/events/458550094551395/
Sleighbells on the Square
December 8, 8:30am
$30
27th Annual Atlanta Santa Crawl (Toys for Tots Drive)
December 8, 5pm-11pm
$8-$18
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/27th-annual-atlanta-santa-crawl-tickets-50920684137
Pub Crawl on the Beltline: Winter Edition
December 8, 12pm-4pm
$25-$38
https://www.bigtickets.com/events/assc/pub-crawl-on-the-beltline/
Atlanta Santa Speedo Run
December 8, 12pm-2pm
$25
http://www.atlantasantaspeedorun.org/
Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
December 15, 5pm-11pm
$15-$17
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-ugly-sweater-crawl-tickets-47490520425?aff=erelexpmlt
Ugly Sweater Kickball Tournament
December 15, 9:30am
$35 (Individual), $400 (Team)
https://www.atlantasportandsocialclub.com/league/25186/details
Ugly Holiday Sweater Party
December 16, 6pm-9pm
$20
Christmas In Space
December 17, 7pm
$30
https://www.freshtix.com/events/christmas-in-space
Atlanta Christmas 5K
December 22, 7am-10:30am
$45
http://www.rungeorgia.com/vahichristmas.html
Pop-Up Christmas Cocktail Bar
Until December 24
Drinks: $6-$14
https://www.miraclebaratlanta.com/
Atlanta Attractions With Holiday Themed Exhibits