Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for Atlanta Kids

The most magical time of year is here: the holiday season! Find fun holiday events, Christmas activities in Atlanta, including Christmas lights, Hanukkah celebrations, restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Santa visits, train rides, and more seasonal fun.

Check out our Holiday and Christmas Activities Guide for all the best things to do in Atlanta with kids this holiday season!

Holiday and Christmas Activities in Atlanta
Sparkle Sandy Springs puts on a free parade and beautiful display of lights on December 7, 2025. Photo courtesy City of Sandy Springs
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Tell Santa all your wishes at Bass Pro Shops and snap a few photos! Photo courtesy Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's
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Garden Lights, Holiday Nights returns to Atlanta Botanical Garden for an amazing Christmas lights event. Photo courtesy of Atlanta Botanical Garden
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Enjoy the sparkle of the season at the Glow Light Show in Lawrenceville. Photo courtesy of the event
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Take a festive ride on the Holiday Express for a memorable train ride experience. Photo courtesy of the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
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Get tickets now for Elf the Musical coming to the Fox Theatre December 16-21! Photo by Matt Crockett, courtesy of Brave PR
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