From A-Z, AlpharettaMoms.Org keeps you updated weekly on fun family things to do! Bunches of information in one place to make our lives a little easier! There are many venues below to make fun family memories from the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Botanical Garden to Chattahoochee Nature Center, Lanier Islands, Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta, Stone Mountain and more!
Alpharetta Events
For those planning a sporting event, family reunion, wedding or other special events, the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau can be a great help with its free event planning resources that include securing group hotel rates, complimentary welcome bags for guests and insider tips on facilities and vendors. For more information about these services, visit www.awesomealpharetta.com.
The Alpharetta Welcome Center is located at 178 South Main Street, Suite 200 and is the best source for information on Alpharetta and all that it offers in the way of shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation, for visitors and residents alike. Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
MONDAY MAYHEM Monday Nights 10pm – 2am (18 & up only) 21 & up FREE • 18 – 20 $10 Cover Roswell: Enjoy HALF OFF Racing, Simulators and Dark Ride Motion Theater PLUS Free Arcade Games, Drink Specials, Dancing, Bar Games, Giveaways and More! **Please note Groupons, SweetJack, Living Social and Half Off Depot vouchers are not valid during Monday Mayhem.**
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE
Andretti Karting is saluting those that serve and protect us every day with a 20% discount for all active MILITARY, POLICE, FIRE and EMS personnel. Simply show your military or work ID when purchasing at our facility to receive discount.*Discount not valid in the Grill when paying with a Gift or Game Card.
TEACHER APPRECIATION FRIDAY NIGHTS
Show your school ID and receive a free Three-hour Time Play Video Game Card & 20% off Karting, Attractions and Meals in our Andretti Grill! *Time Play Card does not accrue tickets for redemption 
KIDS EAT FREE Every Tuesday, kids eat free with the purchase of each entree of $8.49 or more. Kids meals for children 12 or younger, beverages not included and are valid for items ordered off our Kid’s Menu only.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights will feature a new twist on the popular three-dimensional curtain of light and the return of many of the giant characters from this summer’s Imaginary Worlds: Alice’s Wonderland.
Atlanta History Center
Candlelight Nights
Friday, December 13, 2019 5:30–9:30pm
Experience Christmas past with a candlelit stroll through our beautifully decorated gardens and grounds, and be transported into the warm glow of the holidays. Guests are welcomed by a lively Christmas Market filled with local crafts and artisanal creations. Visit our three historic houses to experience how Southerners celebrated Christmas during the pioneer days, the Civil War era, and the 1930s. Holiday traditions of years past come alive with interpreters, music, and special activities. Enjoy food for purchase and visit one of several cash bars for your favorite holiday libation.
This special holiday program is $20 for not-yet members, $15 for members, and $10 for children.
Candlelight Nights
Friday, December 20, 2019 5:30–9:30pm
Experience Christmas past with a candlelit stroll through our beautifully decorated gardens and grounds, and be transported into the warm glow of the holidays. Guests are welcomed by a lively Christmas Market filled with local crafts and artisanal creations. Visit our three historic houses to experience how Southerners celebrated Christmas during the pioneer days, the Civil War era, and the 1930s. Holiday traditions of years past come alive with interpreters, music, and special activities. Enjoy food for purchase and visit one of several cash bars for your favorite holiday libation.
This special holiday program is $20 for not-yet members, $15 for members, and $10 for children.
EXHIBITIONS
The Atlanta History Center’s cornerstone exhibition Gatheround: Stories of Atlanta remains open. Through artifacts, ephemera, interactive media, recording booths, immersive experiences, and Meet the Past museum theatre performances, this 7,700-square-foot exhibition shares the stories of individuals of many different backgrounds and perspectives who helped create the Atlanta we know today.
Conveniently located off of I-75, the Atlanta History Center is a unique 33-acre oasis nestled among one of Atlanta’s most historic neighborhoods. Award-winning exhibitions, historic houses, enchanting gardens, interactive experiences, and a variety of 
year-round adult and family programs truly offer something for everyone looking to explore our region’s past. Admission tickets are all-inclusive of all History Center attractions, and guests enjoy free parking.
Veterans Park at the Atlanta History Center is dedicated to all of the men and women who have served – and continue to serve – the United States of America. The Park was designed not as a traditional veterans’ memorial, but as a unique gathering place encouraging reflection, personal connections to veterans, and a celebration of the lives of those who have sacrificed to secure our freedom.
Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center
Check out their Children’s Classes and Workshops, Cooking and Crafts, After School Explorer and more!
Preserve Hours: Mon-Sun, 8a-Dusk
Visitor Center Hours: Tue-Sat, 10a-4p, Sun, 12p-4p & Mon closed
Center for Puppetry Arts
The Art of Business/The Business of Art: Dec. 10, 2019
Presented by Lee Bryan, That Puppet Guy
Chattahoochee Nature Center
Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Feature Exhibit: Curious George ™: Let’s Get Curious!
September 21 – January 5
Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! will inspire kiddos’ natural curiosity as they discover science, math and engineering through interactive play with both George and his friend, The Man with the Yellow Hat. The Imaginators will perform the mini-musical Kid Detective, which takes audience members on a hunt as they follow clues with Kid Detective Jo as he tries to help his friend Bumble find his way home.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!Throughout the merry month of December, families have a chance to ring in the holidays with Children’s Museum of Atlanta’s Celebrations in Light programming. With the help of special guests, kids can learn about seasonal traditions from around the world. Activities include interactive Reader’s Theater shows, enchanting dance performances, spectacular story times, a heartwarming puppet show, gift-making in Santa’s workshop, a party to close out the decade and more! Kiddos can also tap into a slew of adventures all month long with the famous inquisitive monkey at the Museum’s traveling exhibit, Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious!
December Special Programming:
Las Posadas
Saturday, December 14 – Sunday, December 15
Las Posadas is a nine-day religious celebration observed primarily in Mexico and by Mexican-Americans commemorating the Holy Pilgrimage of Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus. On Saturday, niños pequeños will explore the colorful costumes, festive music and dances of Las Posadas with special performances by Alma Mexicana Danza Folklorica at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Guests can also enjoy a Las Posadas Reader’s Theater, special story times, a winter-themed science show or make Las Posadas themed crafts in the Art Studio all weekend long.
Christmas
Saturday, December 21 – Sunday, December 22
Children and families are invited to deck the halls with a weekend full of holly jolly Christmas fun. On Saturday, good boys and girls can discover the true meaning of Christmas with a peppy puppet performance of “Foxy Christmas” by Piccadilly Puppets. This magical story tells the tale of a hungry fox and a lonely bunny who form an unlikely friendship. Santa Claus will make an appearance to help bring this story to life. On Sunday, Legacy Dance Centre will have families rockin’ around the Christmas tree with a special show at noon. Then, carolers from the Alliance Theatre will fill the Museum with holiday joy and music as they sing classic Christmas carols at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Children will also enjoy a holiday-themed Reader’s Theatre led by the Imaginators, create Christmas crafts in the Art Studio or make gifts with Santa’s elves in the Build It Lab.
Kwanzaa
Saturday, December 28 – Sunday, December 29
Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration honoring African heritage and culture. To celebrate, visitors will learn about the holiday through festive stories, songs and activities. On Saturday, kids can join the Imaginators for an interactive Kwanzaa Reader’s Theater, as well as Music & Movement and Storytime programs. The exciting exploration of Kwanzaa continues on Sunday with captivating storytelling performances at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. by Atlanta’s famed master storyteller and children’s writer, Mama Koku! Mama Koku is a member of the Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia, the National Association of Black Storytellers and the Southern Order of Storytellers. She is the official teller of Coretta Scott King Book Awards Book Fair. Mama Koku is a “Rambler” for The Wrens Nest House Museum, a featured teller for Everybody Wins Atlanta and a teaching artist for Fulton County School’s Teaching Museums. The weekend-long Kwanzaa celebration also offers little ones a chance to make a festive craft in the Art Studio, indulge in a seasonal cooking class or enjoy a gift-making workshop in the Build It Lab.
New Year’s Bubble Bash
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Children and families are invited to ring in the new year with Children’s Museum of Atlanta’s Bubble Bash! The Museum will host a dance party, special guests, bubble-wrap fireworks, new surprises and lots and lots of bubbles! Tickets are $20 each or $10 for Museum Members. There will be a 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. session. Tickets sell out fast, so we recommend buying early to get in on the fun! *
Feature Exhibit: Curious George ™: Let’s Get Curious!
September 21 – January 5
Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! will inspire kiddos’ natural curiosity as they discover science, math and engineering through interactive play with both George and his friend, The Man with the Yellow Hat.
Building Blocks: Early Learning Programs
Tiny Club Monday
10:30 am.
Kiddos can choose between TiNY Science Club and TiNY Artist Club to enjoy a 30-minute class designed especially for kids ages two to five and their caregivers. Families can also check out TiNY Builder Club, a drop-in class held from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Each program offers hands-on activities, professional instruction and the chance to learn something new!
Messy Thursdays
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Little visitors and guardians are invited to get messy! Messy Thursdays offer slime, finger painting, new sensory activities and more every Thursday of the month! Let the Children’s Museum of Atlanta clean up the mess while the little ones have a blast with new activities and endless opportunities to try each and every week.
Friday Jam Session
10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
Rock and roll into the weekend with this high energy, music-filled class guaranteed to shake out the wiggles and foster a love of music. Each week’s program offers new songs, instrument play, circle time activities and, of course, dance breaks.
Consolidated Gold Mine Dahlonega
Largest gold mine east of the Mississippi. Travel 200 feet underground and hear tales of miner’s struggles to uncover gold deep
within large quartz veins. Your tour guide welcomes interaction from the group as you experience life as a miner at the turn-of-the-century. They also offer gemstone mining – find colorful gems in every bucket!
Dave & Busters Alpharetta
Come and play at Dave & Buster’s newest location in Alpharetta ~ the one and only place you can enjoy great food and play hundreds of awesome arcade games! The restaurant’s mouth-watering, chef-crafted menu and beverage items, combined with the latest games and attractions provide the perfect setting for kids parties, corporate and group events. Guests can play more than 150 of the latest games including the Walking Dead, Tailgate Toss and Justice League!
6500 North Point Parkway Alpharetta, GA 30022
678-256-1100
Sun – Thur 11:00 a.m. – Midnight
Fri – Sat 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Fernbank Museum’s, Fantastic Forces, is an all-new permanent exhibit which engages guests of all ages in dynamic, hands-on experiences that explore combustion, aerodynamics, plate tectonics, centripetal force, simple machines and other areas of STEM* learning. The opening coincides with the 50th anniversary of one of the most incredible scientific achievements in history—the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969.
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime inside Fernbank’s Giant Screen Theater with newest film, Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation 3D. Through Jan. 6, 2020, guests can grab a seat – and a pair of 3D glasses – to travel across the globe in exploration of some of the world’s most spectacular volcanoes that have made Earth’s greatest ecosystems, and investigate their continued influence on the planet today.
From Africa to Indonesia to Pompeii, Volcanoes invites guests to get in on the action and follow intrepid explorer and National Geographic photographer Carsten Peter as he dodges boulders at the edge of an active volcano in Indonesia, descends into a lava lake in Vanuatu and visits incredible acid ponds, geysers and mineral deposit fields in Ethiopia.
Pandas 3D: Embark on an adorable journey this holiday season with Pandas 3D and follow Qian Qian, a very special giant panda cub, who is about to leave the breeding facility she was born in and learn to thrive out in the wild. The adventure begins on Fernbank’s 4-story screen Friday, Nov. 1.
Travel across the globe to the Chengdu Panda Base in China, where a team of Chinese and American scientists are working together in a cross-cultural collaboration effort to expand the wild panda population and prepare Qian Qian for the wild. Kristen Bell (Frozen, TV’s “The Good Place” and “Veronica Mars”) narrates Qian Qian’s journey as the cub takes her first steps outside of her protected habitat and into the Sichuan mountains, discovering her true animal nature – even as she faces the challenges of the unknown.
To learn even more about China, visit Fernbank’s Traveling the Silk Road special exhibition that transports guests to the most celebrated trade route in human history, the Silk Road. Gain new insight into modern notions of globalization and multiculturalism through immersive re-creations of ancient settings, including life-size models, artifacts and hands-on activities. The exhibit is on view every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Jan. 5, 2020.
Pandas 3D will show inside Fernbank Museum’s Giant Screen Theater 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. from Dec. 6 through Feb. 13. Giant Screen Theater tickets are $13 for adults, $12 for seniors, $11 for children and $8 for Museum Members. Save on movies with the purchase of a Value Pass combination ticket, offering the movie and museum admission for $23-$27.
Holiday Season at Fernbank: Begin the holiday season at Fernbank Museum with the 10th anniversary of the special exhibition Winter Wonderland: Celebrations & Traditions Around the World, on view through Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020.
Winter Wonderland features 30 displays decorated by local cultural partners, including two floors of holiday trees and case displays that recognize various celebrations – such as Christmas and Hanukkah – as well as traditions, events and practices from around the world.
Cultural partners participating in Fernbank’s 10th anniversary of Winter Wonderland include more than 30 consulates and community partners representing five continents that have joined together to make this signature exhibit possible.
In addition to the iconic cultural displays Winter Wonderland is known for, Fernbank shares an animated artistic series known as 68 Voces/Voices that explores the indigenous languages across Mexico. The series is presented in partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico and the Mexican Agency on International Cooperation.
Additional programming includes storytelling and other educational programs, along with a Winter Wonderland scavenger hunt that challenges guests to discover unique ornaments and objects throughout the exhibit. Guests can enjoy Winter Wonderland from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily with museum admission as well as during Fernbank After Dark.
Other cultural offerings at Fernbank include:
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Fernbank After Dark: Holiday Party for adults: Dec. 13 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
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Traveling the Silk Road special exhibit: on view until Jan. 5, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Pandas 3D for all ages: playing daily through Feb. 13, 2020
Fernbank is located at 767 Clifton Road NE in Atlanta and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fernbank will be closed Dec. 25 and will open at 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 31, following the ticketed Noon Year’s Eve event. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit FernbankMuseum.org or call 404.929.6400.
Fox Theatre
Ring in the holiday season with the Fox Theatre! The venue is offering a can’t-miss lineup of festive performances and concerts, featuring fan-favorite characters, Scout Elf and classics, including Mannheim Steamroller and Atlanta Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.” At the Fox Theatre, The Marquee Club Presented by Lexus will offer seasonal activities and a holiday-inspired food and drink menu, including hot cocoa, eggnog and treats for members of the family. Visitors 21 and older can also enjoy the Club’s signature seasonal cocktail, ‘December to Remember,’ made with vanilla and chai-infused Jameson Irish Whiskey, Bailey’s Irish cream, coffee and Bailey’s cinnamon whipped cream. Guests who purchase Marquee Club access can also enjoy entry up to 90 minutes before show time, private bars and restrooms and complimentary food and non-alcoholic libations from seasonal curated menu.
At the Fox Theatre:
- From Dec. 7-24, Atlanta Ballet’s reimagined production of “The Nutcracker” returns for its final season at the Fox Theatre
- The Fox Theatre will celebrate its 90th anniversary with the 14th annual ‘Holiday Extravaganza’ – a FREE event on Monday, Dec. 17, at 7:30 p.m. Formerly known as ‘Mighty Mo and More,’ this iconic show will celebrate the beloved Mollër organ like never before with entertainment and activities that pay tribute to both “Mighty Mo” and the Fox Theatre’s rich history
*Tickets are on sale now at FoxTheatre.org, the Fox Theatre Ticket Office, and 855-285-8499 and vary for each show. Single-event access to the Marquee Club presented by Lexus will be available as an add-on to show tickets*
Hallmark Christmas Tour: This fall, Chip Davis, founder and creator of Mannheim Steamroller, will celebrate the 35th Anniversary of his annual Christmas concert tour, making it the longest running consecutive concert tour in the entertainment industry!
Davis’ Hallmark tour will run through December 29, 2019. Two traveling ensembles will hold performances in cities across the country.
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium is an entertaining, intriguing and educational experience for guests of all ages. While promoting a fun and enjoyable learning experience, the Aquarium instills in its guests a new appreciation for the world’s aquatic biodiversity. One of the Georgia Aquarium’s major goals is to be the leading facility for aquatic animal conservation and research.
Ways to Save:
11am – 4pm – Buy Online and Save: When you purchase your General Admission tickets online in advance, you’ll save over 10% off our walk-up pricing. Click here to purchase.
After 4pm – Imagination Nights: Enjoy Georgia Aquarium by night at a special ticket price! Visit the Aquarium after 4pm every day of the week to save over 30% off full priced admission. You’ll enjoy full access to the entire Aquarium! Restrictions 
apply.
Toddler Time: 10-11:30 a.m. on select dates
Event Fee: Each adult and child must have a paid ticket to attend. Cost does not include Aquarium Admission.
$16 ($8 per person) – Member
$20 ($10 per person) – Non-Member
High Museum of Art
Every Second Sunday of the Month enjoy FREE admission from 12 –5pm for all visitors. Enjoy special family-friendly programming from 1-4pm.
Every Thursday from 4-8 pm enjoy 1/2 priced admission. Toddler Thursdays: Bring your tot Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a new way of looking at the High’s collection through letters, numbers, colors, and shapes.No registration required. Free with museum admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Weekend Family Tours on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm. The High Museum of Art is part of the Woodruff Arts Center.
Home Depot Free Kid Clinics
First Saturday of Each Month between 9 a.m. – 12:00 pm. FREE hands-on workshops designed for children ages 5 – 12 at all Home Depot stores. Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
Legoland Discovery Center
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta invites families to build traditions with Breakfast with Santa on select Saturdays in November and December. From 9-10 a.m., parents can score a spot for the little ones at the newest holiday event, featuring a hot breakfast from the café, a build-and-take home LEGO® snowflake and admission to the attraction. Children are invited to share their wish lists and pose for an unforgettable photo-opp during their meet-and-greet with LEGO Santa. LEGO-lovers can take home an 8-inch by 6-inch print copy and digital downloads as a holiday keepsake from their personal visits with LEGO Santa. Tickets are $45 per guest.
Select Saturdays in November and December: Dec.14, Dec. 21
9-10 a.m.
Tickets are available at atlanta.legolanddiscoverycenter.com for $45 per person. Children two and under are free. This ticket does not include The Great LEGO Race VR Experience. Event dates will be capped at 50 attendees. Admission to the attraction and Holiday Bricktacular included.
LEGO® Santa is coming to Phipps Plaza attraction for a bricktastic December!
Tis the season for Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta, all December long! Kids are invited to escape the chilly weather for brick-filled, festive fun! The annual holiday tradition features special activities, including a build-and-take home LEGO® snowflake instructed by Playmakers, daily meet and greets with LEGO® Santa and a winter wonderland takeover in MINILAND!
LEGO® lovers can save brickloads with limited-time fall pricing during the most wonderful time of the year. Visitors can shop the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Retail Store for the LEGO® gift on every child’s list and earn free tickets or exclusive sets! Holiday Bricktacular
Experience seasonal builds, photo opportunities with LEGO Santa and more
WHEN:
Dec. 1 – 31
All activities with the exception of The Great LEGO Race VR Experience ($5 per guest) are included with admission; pre-booking tickets is recommended for guaranteed entrance by visiting atlanta.legolanddiscoverycenter.com. For more information, visit facebook.com/LDCatlanta.
Library Events
Click HERE for AMO’s article on local library events that are FREE. Events range from infant to teenagers and adult!
Lowes Build & Grow
Free Kids Clinics offered 1-2x per month on Saturdays year round from 10 a.m. – 11:00 a.m
Medieval Times
Medieval Times is a thrilling, family-friendly dinner attraction inspired by an 11th-century feast and tournament. Guests are served a four-course banquet and cheer for one of six Knights competing in the joust and other tests of skill. See AMO’s post here with more detail on this fun entertainment for the family.
Six Flags Over Georgia
Six Flags Over Georgia and White Water Season Passes and Memberships are currently on sale. Guests who sign up for a Membership will receive unlimited visits, all the perks of a Season Pass, three free months, plus a wide range of valuable benefits such as preferred parking every visit, unlimited soft drinks and up to 50% off almost all food and merchandise in the park. Guests who purchase a 2020 Season Pass will receive free admission to Six Flags Over Georgia and Six Flags White Water for the remainder of this year, plus all of next year.
Southeastern Railway Museum
SRM has about 90 different cars, including Pullman cars, classic steam locomotives, and antique diesel-electric trains. Ride in restored cabooses and learn about the famous trains that made history! Special admission price of $7 and free train rides for home-schooled kids and their families! Learn about the building of the Transcontinental Railroad through arts and crafts, special exhibits, and scavenger hunts. 3595 Buford Hwy Duluth
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History
Dec 14 The P0lar Express movie 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
On Saturday, December 14, the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History is hosting a holiday event featuring activities for kids of all ages, all of which are free with regular Museum admission. The highlight of the event will be a screening of the Christmas classic The Polar Express (2004). The film will be shown twice throughout the day, once at 10:30am and again at 2:30pm. Prior to each screening, at 10am and 2pm respectively, the popular children’s book upon which the movie is based will be read aloud. Kids are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas or winter clothing. Only at the Southern Museum can you experience The Polar Express alongside real-life, historic locomotives.
Southern Museum offers a Mommy & ME preschool program every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 am. Designed for preschool age children ages three to five-years-old and their caregivers, the Museum’s history, themes and exhibits provide a fun and exciting starting point for educational activities. Free with museum admission. No reservations required.
The Southern Museum, in association with the Smithsonian Institution, is a premier metro Atlanta museum, featuring exhibits on Civil War and locomotive history. The Southern Museum is home to the General locomotive, stolen during the Civil War’s Great Locomotive Chase; a reproduction of the locomotive assembly line from the Glover Machine Works; weapons, uniforms and every day items of Civil War soldiers; and the Jolley Education Center that features train history, hands-on activities for children and Georgia’s French Gratitude Train. Kennesaw
Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain Christmas and Snow Mountain offer holiday activities for families
A dazzling and exciting holiday season began Nov. 16 at Georgia’s most visited attraction. Stone Mountain Park once again transformed into the ultimate winter wonderland with more than 2 million LED lights, a daily production of over 360 tons of snow, an interactive tree lighting ceremony, Santa’s fly over and plenty of Christmas spirit for families to enjoy.
A family-favorite tradition, Stone Mountain Christmas is Atlanta’s most heartwarming celebration filled with festive music, millions of dazzling lights, captivating shows and visits with popular holiday characters. Guests can wander through the new Musical Frosted Forest surrounded by beautiful lights, sights and sounds of the holiday season. Marvel as the town lights up during the Enchanted Tree Lighting Ceremony and catch Santa’s flight through the sky each night before the Snow Angel’s Christmas Parade. The all-new parade features seven new floats and a cast of 40 performers including 10-foot tall candy canes, walking snow globes, Christmas trees and more.
Take in live musical shows and enjoy special meet and greet opportunities with some of your favorite North Pole friends including Santa, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer® and Bumble. Hear the true meaning of Christmas aboard the Sing-A-Long Christmas Train and end your evening with Angelina the Snow Angel as she flies above the town and creates one last magical snowfall. Discover Stone Mountain Christmas through Jan. 5, 2020 every weekend and school holidays.
Open until Feb. 23, Snow Mountain at Stone Mountain Park is a winter wonderland of snow-filled fun and adventures. Hit the slopes on a 400-foot snow-covered hill in single tubes, double tubes, and even family-sized tubes. Then, head over to the Snow Zone where you’ll find tons of real snow and frosty activities everyone will enjoy.
Thrill seekers can conquer the all-new Dare Devil Plunge dark-tunnel ride, Snow Mountain’s tallest, fastest slope ever. Launch down the hill from over three stories high, reaching speeds of up to 30 mph while you zip through a 150-foot tunnel of lights. Take the plunge with a friend in a double tube, or slide solo in a single tube on this daring new ride. Stay into the evening for Galactic Snow Tubing, an out-of-this-world nighttime experience with lasers, lights and music.
Tickets, entertainment schedule and attraction hours are available online at stonemountainpark.com. An All-Attractions Pass includes access to Stone Mountain Christmas located in the Crossroads area of the park. Snow Mountain tickets include a two-hour tubing session and all-day access to the Snow Zone play area located on the laser lawn. Galactic Snow Tubing sessions begin at 5:30 p.m. on Snow Mountain operating days. Space is limited and advanced reservations are strongly recommended.
Treetop Quest
Are you looking for something adventurous AND nature-oriented? Treetop Quest is an aerial adventure park which means ziplines and obstacles in the trees! 2 locations in Gwinnett and Dunwoody. Great family fun for ages 4 and up! Come swing in our 
trees with us!
Treetop Quest is a self-guided activity comprised of treetop obstacles and zip-lines. Our courses range in difficulty from easy to very challenging, so the entire family will have a blast! Once you are equipped, we will teach you how to operate your equipment and you will be good to swing through each course as many times as you want, for 2.5 hours (according to age limit as indicated below).
Waterfalls/Hiking
Georgia and the Atlanta area are full of hiking trails for all skill levels. See our article with suggestions for hikes and visiting waterfalls in the Atlanta area and beyond!
Yellow River Game Ranch
Yellow River Game Ranch is a popular destination to encounter, feed and pet animals. Located 2 1/2 miles east of Stone Mtn on Hwy 78, it offers a chance to meet wildlife on a close and personal basis. Stroll along a mile-long trail on 24 wooded acres and encounter white-tailed deer, bunnies, buffalo, sheep, kid goats, black bears and more!
Woodruff Arts Center
Every Sunday from 1:00–4:00 p.m., visit the Woodruff Arts Center for FREE family activities, including art-making workshops, ASO backstage tours and more! The Woodruff Arts Center Atlanta, Georgia is one of the only arts venues in the United States to offer both visual and performing arts on a single campus. The Woodruff produces outstanding theatre, music and exhibitions for over 800,000 patrons each year.
The Woodruff Arts Center serves over 200,000 students annually and is proud to be recognized as Georgia’s largest arts educator. Whether it’s summer camps for middle school students or theatre made for the youngest audiences, families with children of all ages will be able to explore, play, learn and create art in an interactive environment.
World of Coca-Cola
FIVE WAYS TO SHAKE UP THE SEASON AT WORLD OF COCA-COLA
Today marks the start of a magical holiday season at World of Coca-Cola. From now through Jan. 1, the attraction is festive and bright, including dazzling lights, larger-than-life decorations, signature seasonal beverages and more as part of World of Coca-Cola’s annual celebration.
When visiting the attraction this season, don’t miss these five holiday highlights:
- Lights, Camera, Smile: Make a memorable entrance by walking through a 28-foot-tall ornament of holiday lights in Pemberton Place. The outdoor winter wonderland is complete with larger-than-life ornaments and trees wrapped in thousands of lights.
- Have a Cup of Cheer: Sip on something magical this holiday season by visiting the Taste It! beverage lounge, where you can enjoy a seasonal favorite like Gingerbread Coke or be among the first to taste Sprite Butter Toffee, a crisp-yet-cozy flavor sure to spark the holiday spirit.
- Take a Blast to the Past: Stroll down memory lane when you stop by “A
Coca-Cola Christmas Celebration,” showcasing historic, seasonal Coke ads and artifacts from around the world. Learn the story of the man in red in the “History of the Coca-Cola Santa” exhibit.
- Sleigh the Selfie Game: Guests can climb aboard Santa’s sleigh or steal a bear hug from the 7-foot-tall Coca-Cola Polar Bear. Share pics using #WorldofCocaCola, and you might even see your holiday snap on the attraction’s social channels.
- Shop ‘til You Drop: Guests can knock out some holiday shopping during their visit. From apparel, to glassware, to home goods and more, there’s something for everyone on your list. For even more gift ideas, remember to shop online at CokeStore.com for a wide variety of holiday-themed items like ornaments and decorations, and even personalized bottles and clothing to make the holidays extra special.
There’s so much more to see and do at World of Coca-Cola this season – visit and see why the attraction is a holiday tradition for fans near and far.
Keeping It Cool – Flavorful floats aren’t the only frozen fun at World of Coke this summer. Also in the Taste It! Beverage Lounge, a variety of slushie beverages will be available to help guests keep cool during the hottest months of the year. For $5, choose from flavors including Melon Frosty and Blue Raspberry.
An integral part of downtown Atlanta’s fabric for more than 25 years, World of Coca‑Cola has welcomed guests from six continents, more than 100 countries, all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. Join over 25 million people who have visited the Atlanta attraction and experience the history of the world’s most famous beverage brand at the dynamic, multimedia home of the 132-year-old secret formula for Coca‑Cola. Get closer than ever before to the vault containing the secret recipe, view more than 1,200 historic artifacts and get a behind-the-scenes look at the bottling process. Take a trip around the world in a thrilling 4-D movie experience, take a photo with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear and tempt your taste buds with more than 100 beverages from around the globe.
World of Coca-Cola offers more than 100 drinks from around the world in its one-of-a-kind Taste It! Beverage Lounge. From delicious classics to your new favorite that you probably didn’t even know existed, you can sample and savor them all. Plus, sip on some of the latest and greatest Coke products at the lounge’s Sampling Bar.
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