It’s that time of year again where twinkling holiday light displays illuminate our fair city. Slip on a pair of mittens, pour a thermos of hot cocoa and check out the most festive holiday events in Atlanta.
ATL Holiday Lights
An Atlanta favorite, this lights show at Atlantic Station lets you stay toasty in the comfort of your car as you enjoy. The twinkling light display drive-through features themes from classic holiday movies and even a miniature neighborhood featuring local ATL establishments. Tickets are available now. 1371 Market St., atlholidaylights.com
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights
One of Atlanta’s most anticipated seasonal events, Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at Atlanta Botanical Garden is a 30-acre exhibition full of dazzling holiday lights. This year's show features new twists such as oversized flowers leading to Ice Goddess, a colorful Glowing Grove along the Flower Walk and several lighted sculptures. 1345 Piedmont Ave., 404.876.5859, atlantabg.org
Celebration At The Station
Holiday tree lights, cafe lights surrounding Atlantic Green and music provided by Atlanta Symphony Orchestra are just the beginning of this celebration of the season. This year, gather around the tree in Atlantic Green to experience the magical season. 1371 Market St., atlanticstation.com
Stone Mountain Christmas
With its millions of dazzling lights and festive music, holiday magic abounds at Stone Mountain Christmas. This year, new attractions include the World’s Largest Christmas Light Show and the Snow Angel’s Christmas Parade. Plenty of festive shows, such as the Enchanted Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and A Christmas Carol will also be taking place. 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain, 800.401.2407, stonemountain.com
Illuminights at the Zoo
This brand-new addition to Zoo Atlanta continues the fun after dark. IllumiNights at the Zoo: A Chinese Lantern Festival features over 80 animal lanterns, with some up to 20 feet tall. Each lantern is hand-made and painted with care by Chinese artisans, resulting in a stunning festive display. 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, 404.624.9453, zooatlanta.org
Skate the Sky at Ponce City Market
Gather around as THE ROOF at Ponce City Market transforms into a winter wonderland complete with an ice skating rink and plenty of fun to go around. Grab your friends and family for a time you won't soon forget as you grab your ice skates and glide above the city skyline. Ponce City Market N. NE, 770. 999.1530, poncecityroof.com
Miracle Bar
Introducing the Christmas themed pop-up cocktail bar of your dreams. Miracle Bar is serving up holiday cheer in the form of festive cocktails, enticing holiday decor and Christmas spirit. Stop in for a drink and stay for the fun times–we'll see you there. 931 Monroe Dr., miraclebaratl.com
Holiday Tree Lighting at the Atlanta History Center
Gather around for the first annual holiday tree lighting event at the Atlanta History Center where you and your family can relish in holiday cheer while looking up at the 50-foot Christmas tree. Here you'll enjoy music, activities for the kids, cash bar, pictures with Santa and so much more. 130 W Paces Ferry Road NW, atlantahistorycenter.com
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