Christmas Events in Atlanta : A Guide if You Have Kids
One of the reasons I love living in Atlanta is that there is so much to do at any point and time. Whether it’s spring and you’re looking for great music events, or even fall and you want to find great fall activities to do with your littles, Atlanta has something for every season and occasion. When Christmas time hits the city, there are so many Christmas events in Atlanta do with your kids that you’ll get through the season and have plenty of fun and make many memories!
Check out these great Christmas Events in Atlanta if You Have Kids
Georgia Aquarium Holiday Tree Lighting
The Georgia Aquarium is a major attraction here in Atlanta, and is a place that locals as well as tourists visit. For Christmas, they hold a Holiday Tree Lighting event that is great for the entire family, including your kids. Things they have on deck include hot chocolate, holiday treats, holiday carols, a tree lighting ceremony and a even a penguin waddle! I’m not a kid, but that’s something that even I want to see for myself!
Holiday Bricktacular at Legoland
LEGOLAND is a place here in the city of Atlanta that the kids love. For the month of December, they host the Holiday Bricktacular where there is a LEGO wonderland, complete with a LEGO Santa, photo opportunities, and a host of fun activities for the entire family!
Holiday Ride On Train at Botanical Gardens
The Atlanta Botanical Gardens has many beautufil things to see year round, but during the holidays you should check out one of the great Christmas events in Atlanta they host, which is the Holiday Ride-On Train. The tickets are super affordable, at just $5, and the train runs from the morning to the late afternoon on Saturdays and Sundays through mid-January.
Visit Santa and The Grinch at Ponce City Market
Most who live in Atlanta have visited Ponce City Market. It’s a great place known for it’s shops and restaurants that’s located right on the Belt Line. This year, your littles can visit Santa as well as The Grinch. The great part about these Christmas events in Atlanta are that they are free, and you don’t have to wait in line. Yep, that’s right! Once you arrive, you’re signed into a digital line. That way you can shop till you drop, and get a bite to eat before you get a notification that it’s your turn! You can’t beat that.
Atlanta Christkindl Market
Little known fact about me - I’m an Army brat and spent 10 years of my childhood in Germany. I’m so grateful because I really got a chance to soak up the culture and learn so much. You and your kids can do the same during this holiday season by visiting one of the most cultural-friendly Christmas events in Atlanta - the Atlanta Chriskindl Market. You’ll get the opportunity to browse and shop gifts from German,
Santa’s Cottage at Atlantic Station
Visit Atlanta Station for shopping and make a reservation to take photos with Santa at Santa’s Cottage at Atlantic Station. For the planner parent, this Santa visit allows for advance reservations…for the parent who likes to go with flow, walk ins are also welcome!
Breakfast with Santa at the Georgia Aquarium
Pack up the kids and head to the Georgia Aquarium for a hearty breakfast created by Wolfgang Puck Catering and accompanied by Santa! You’ll even get a complimentary family photo with Santa as a keep sake!
Buckhead Holiday Block Parties at the Shops Buckhead Atlanta
Have you ever heard of a holiday cactus? Well, if you haven’t, you’ll get a chance to decorate one at the Buckhead Holiday Block Party at the Shops Buckhead Atlanta. Bring your kids for a day of fun activities to include live entertainment and shopping. Plus, you can even bring the family fur friend to take a festive pet portrait!
Bubble Bash at Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Though mostly to celebrate after Christmas Events have passed, the Children’s Museum of Atlanta doesn’t leave out the kiddos for celebrating the new year. They have a lot to look forward to as well! Join in on the fun at the annual Bubble Bash at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta for a bubble filled fun day that includes a dance party, bubble-wrap fire works, special guests, and much more. It’ll be 2 and a half hours of fun that should get your little one riled up enough to work up a good nap!
With so many Christmas events in Atlanta to choose from, I think this list gets you off to a good start to do a couple of things each weekend to celebrate the festivities of the holiday season. What are some fun things you like to do with your kids to keep them and yourself in the Christmas spirit? Chime in for me in the comments.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, YA’LL!
SMOOCHES!
Onteria