The kids are out of school for winter break, and you’re probably searching for fun, memory-making events! If you need something super fun for the kiddos this holiday season, you’re in the right spot! Keep scrolling to see all the fun happenings in the ATL this holiday season!
1. Check out one of the fabulously festive light shows in and around Atlanta
Atlanta’s gorgeous light displays are fun for all ages! From incredible drive through lights to walk-through wonderlands, the whole family will love the dazzling displays.
Continue the tradition or start a brand new one with this list of incredible light displays in and around the city!
2. Take the whole family to Atlanta Ballet’s classic performance of The Nutcracker!
Whether it’s an old family tradition or a new one just beginning, kids will fall in love with the delightful performance of The Nutcracker! The kids will love this family-friendly performance, complete with incredible costumes, dazzling stage design, and of course, amazing dancing!
For more details on the show, check out Atlanta Ballet’s The Nutcracker!
3. Hit the ice at these terrific ice-skating rinks in and around Atlanta
Nothing beats hitting the ice-skating rink with the fam over the holidays. Luckily for us ATLiens, our city and its surrounding areas boast an awesome selection of rinks to enjoy over the holiday season. Check out some recommendations below or click here for the full round-up.
- Skate the Station at Atlantic Station
- Avalon on Ice in Alpharetta
- Skate the Sky on The Roof at Ponce City Market
4. Celebrate the holidays at the Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium is the perfect place for families all year round, but especially during the holidays! There’s so much to do to celebrate from a daily tree lighting to pictures with Santa to Scuba Claus swimming in the tanks with all the fish! The celebrations will happen all throughout December, and you don’t want to miss out! The kids will love to see all the decorations and ocean animals!
For more information, check out the most festive sea-son at the Georgia Aquarium!
5. Have the wildest day at Zoo Atlanta in Grant Park
Most people think of the zoo when they think of family-fun days out, and Atlanta is home to an absolutely incredible zoo! Zoo Atlanta allows you to get up close and personal with some of the most fascinating wildlife on the planet. From gorillas to pandas, lions and beyond, you can expect a whole day of festive fun at Zoo Atlanta.
Zoo Atlanta is also hosting super fun lights and a ‘Zoo Year’s Eve’ event as well! Get all the details on their website here!
6. Check out Fernbank’s Winter Wonderland and learn about cultural celebrations from all over the world
For the holiday season, Atlanta’s iconic museum of natural history, Fernbank, will transform into a winter wonderland, fun for the whole family! The halls will be full with arts, crafts, symbols and ornaments to celebrate, well, how we celebrate!
Expect breathtaking, educational, and fun displays celebrating traditions from Sweden, Norway, Mexico, Argentina, India, Costa Rica, Latvia, Kenya, Philippines, Peru, Trinidad & Tobago, Japan and many others!
For all the details, read more about Fernbank’s Winter Wonderland!
7. Celebrate Hanukah with your whole family in Atlanta!
If you’re searching for some Hanukah fun this holiday season, there’s a ton of amazing events for the whole family! From menorah lightings, special treats, and creative crafts, there’s something for everyone this holiday season!
See our whole roundup of amazing Hanukah events here!8. Check out some iconic holiday puppets at the Center for Puppetry Arts
If your kiddos are fan of the famous red-nosed reindeer, they’ll love the Center for Puppetry Arts’ adorable exhibit! They’ve got the iconic puppets from the classic stop-motion Christmas special.
And even more fun, they’re doing a a staged version of the classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer TV special! You’ll watch all the beloved characters: Hermey the Elf™, Yukon Cornelius™, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster™, and of course, narrator Sam the Snowman™, find their place on a journey of self-discovery through the island of misfit toys and beyond!
And your tickets include a chance to make your very own Rudolph shadow puppet in the one-of-a-kind Create-A-Puppet™ Workshop!
For more information, read about the holidays at the Center for Puppetry Arts!
9. Take the kids to the Celebrations in Light at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta
The Children’s Museum is great for kids to learn and explore year round, but the holidays offer a special chance to experience celebrations of the winter holidays from all over the world!
Your kids can learn about Christmas, Hanukkah, The Winter Solstice, Las Posadas, and Kwanzaa. There are tons of dates for the celebration, so check it out all December long!
For all the information, check out CMA’s website!
10. Wander through a forest of Christmas trees (and take one home!)
There’s nothing quite like picking out a live tree for the Christmas season! Kids will hunting for the perfect tree, and getting to take it home and decorate it as well!
If you’re looking for a tree this season, shop local by hitting up these Atlanta spots!