Atlanta celebrates Christmas like no place else. There’s something going on in Atlanta almost every day from now until Christmas Eve. Everything from several performances of “A Christmas Carol” to The Oak Ridge Boys to holiday home tours – both inside and outside the perimeter – will keep the yuletide bright. Nearby restaurants provide the opportunity to make your holiday experience complete. Always call or check the website (where applicable) to make sure there have not been any last minute changes or cancellations. Don’t forget to recycle your own Christmas tree at the end of the holiday season. Information on where and when is at the end of this list.
Stone Mountain Christmas
Stone Mountain Park
U.S. Highway 78 East, Exit 8
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
(770) 498-5690
Beginning Saturday, Nov 14, 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain, GA and every weekend through Dec. 30. Also, 24 and 25, Dec. 21, 22 and 23, and Dec. 28, 29, and 30.
Christmas comes to life during a Stone Mountain Christmas as Crossroads®, at the base of Stone Mountain, is decked out with more than two million lights. Gather the family, young and old, for a holiday tradition featuring the Polar Express™ 4D Experience, two new holiday shows, A Crossroads® Christmas Carol, The Gift Train Show, the Snow Angel and Nightly Snowfall Celebration, the Christmas Laser Show and Santa and Mrs. Claus up close and personal. Price: $26 (plus tax) for adults and $21 (plus tax) for children ages 3-11. Vehicle entry to Stone Mountain Park is $10 for a one-day permit or $35 for an an
Nearby Restaurants:
Starbucks Coffee
(770) 496-5357
1227 Rockbridge Rd.
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Mgr Palace
(770) 413-1415
1825-14A Rockbridge Road
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Taco Bell
(770) 978-9511
5160 Highway 78
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
A Tuna Christmas
Theatre In the Square
11 Whitlock Ave. SW
Marietta, GA 30064
(770) 422-8369
Seasons Greetings from ‘A Tuna Christmas’, the hilarious sequel to the hit comedy, Greater Tuna, starring the original cast, Joe Sears and Jaston Williams. Come spend the holidays with all your old favorite citizens of Tuna, Texas and make some new friends while you’re there. Master comedians Sears and Williams, along with some split-second costume changes, portray all 24 citizens of Texas’ third smallest town, where the Lion’s Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. This time, it’s 24 hours before Christmas and all comic hell is about to break loose as the delightfully eccentric characters attempt to cope with seasonal traumas such as a disaster prone little theatre production of A Christmas Carol and a yard decorating contest that is being sabotaged by a mysterious Christmas phantom! Bring the whole family and join in the holiday fun!
Price: $7.00 – $35.00. Check the website or call for more showtimes.
Nearby Restaurants:
Le Peep
(770) 426-5161
70 S. Park Square
Marietta, GA 30060
Stefan’s Off The Square
(770) 792-4443
164 Roswell St. NE
Marietta, GA 30060
Old Ephraim’s Restaurant & Catering
(770) 425-0073
70 S. Park Square
Marietta, GA 30060
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Fox Theatre
660 Peachtree St. N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 881-2100
Thurs., Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m. at the Fox Theatre, Atlanta, GA
Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes (Touring) is taking place on Fri., November 27, 2009 at Fox Theatre Egyptian Ballroon/Grand Salon (660 Peachtree Street) Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Check website for more showtimes and ticket prices.
Nearby Restaurants:
Rare Soul Tapas
554-A Piedmont Ave.,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 541-0665
Agatha’s Mystery Dinner Theatre
161 Peachtree Center Ave, Ne,
Atlanta, GA, 30303
(404) 584-2211
Pittypat’s Porch
25 International Blvd. NW,
Atlanta, GA, 30303
(404) 525-8228
New London Theatre presents “A Christmas Carol”
New London Theatre
2485 E. Main St.
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 559-1484
Fri., Nov. 20; Sat. Nov. 21; Thurs., Nov. 26; Sat., Nov. 28; Fri., Dec. 4 and Sat., Dec. 5; all shows at 8:00 p.m. at New London Theatre, Snellville, GA
New London Theatre will present “A Christmas Carol” opening on November 20 and continuing through December 20. This year’s production will feature evening productions with a full cast and matinee productions with our “Shrunken” all children cast. Price: $10 in advance, $12 day of show, $8 children and students with ID.
Nearby Restaurants:
Domino’s Pizza
2276 Snellville Plz,
Snellville, GA, 30078
(770) 979-0123
Blimpie
2280 Henry Clower Blvd.,
Snellville, GA, 30078
(770) 985-5775
CiCi’s Pizza Buffet
2420 Wisteria Dr. Suite 12,
Snellville, GA, 30078
(770) 736-7777
Santa arrives by Train
Southeastern Railway Museum
3595 Buford Hwy
Duluth, GA 30096
(770) 476-2013
Sat., Nov. 21, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Southeastern Railway Museum, Duluth, GA
Join us as we welcome Santa to the museum for another Christmas season. Activity / Craft table to help decorate the museum for Christmas. Santa will visit the museum open days from Nov 27-Dec 19.
Tickets: Adults $8.00, Seniors (Ages 65+) $6.00, Children (Ages 2-12) $4.00, Children (Under 2) Free.
Effective January, 2009, the caboose train ride is $1 per person per ride.
Nearby Restaurants:
Irish Bred Pub – Duluth
3870 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.,
Duluth, GA, 30097
(678) 580-5467
Rexall Grill
3165 Buford Hwy.,
Duluth, GA, 30096
(770) 623-8569
Ruby Tuesday
(770) 623-4467
3580 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
Duluth, GA 30096
Christmas Canteen 2009
Aurora Theatre
128 Pike St.
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
(770) 476-7926
Wed., Nov. 25, 8:00 p.m. at Aurora Theatre, Lawrenceville, GA
An Aurora Theatre Original Nov. 27 – Dec. 20, 2009. Celebrating 14 seasons, our nostalgic musical extravaganza is a Winter Wonderland that just keeps getting better! It’s Christmastime All Over the World as the cast of 2008 returns. Along with the awe inspiring Festival of Trees in our majestic lobby, we know you will be ready for The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Check website for showtimes and ticket prices.
Nearby Restaurants:
Wok-In Wok-Out
(770) 513-1372
860 Duluth Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Baskin-Robbins
(770) 277-5747
439 W. Pike St.
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Subway
(770) 963-1169
377 W. Pike St.
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
A Christmas Carol
The Rosewater Theatre
633 Holcomb Bridge Rd.
Roswell, GA 30076
(770) 640-5500
Fri., Nov. 27, 8:00 p.m. at The Rosewater Theatre, Roswell, GA
Come join us in the Theatre in the Round for a unique perspective of this wonderful classic tale of drama, laughter and music and full of special effects and lighting. Once again we are visited by three ghosts who show Ebenezer Scrooge the error of his ways. A Christmas Carol is a morality tale of an old and bitter miser, Ebenezer Scrooge who undergoes a profound experience of redemption over the course of one night. A wonderful family treat for the holidays. Check website for showtimes.
Nearby Restaurants:
Fishmonger
(770) 993-1600
609 Holcomb Bridge Rd.
Roswell, GA 30075
Little Alley Tapas Bar & Restaurant
(770) 992-9198
690 Holcomb Bridge Road,, Suite 220B
Roswell, GA 30076
Ethyl’s Diner
(770) 992-5688
11000 Alpharetta Hwy.
Roswell, GA 30076
A Christmas Carol
Alliance Theatre
1280 Peachtree St.
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 815-6674
Fri., Nov. 27, 8:00 p.m. at Woodruff Arts Center: Alliance Theatre, Atlanta, GA. Check website or call for showtimes and ticket prices.
Nearby Restaurants:
Oceanaire Seafood Room
1100 Peachtree St. N.W.,
Atlanta, GA, 30309
(404) 475-2277
Vortex Bar and Grill-Midtown
878 Peachtree St. N.E.,
Atlanta, GA, 30309
(404) 875-1667
Ecco
40 Seventh St. NE,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 347-9555
A Christmas Carol
Main Stage Theatre
10743 Alpharetta Hwy.
Roswell, GA 30076
(770) 594-1020
Fri., Nov. 27, 8:00 p.m. at Kudzu Playhouse: Main Stage Theatre, Roswell, GA
Charles Dickens shows us Ebenezer Scrooge as he falls asleep in his dingy, cold quarters on Christmas Eve. The old miser is visited by three ghosts, each revealing to Scrooge the wrong doings of his and what will happen if he continues in his evil ways. This traditional holiday classic for the whole family is filled with old English Christmas Carols guaranteed to fill you with the Christmas spirit and warm your heart. Check website for showtimes and ticket prices.
Nearby Restaurants:
Fishmonger
(770) 993-1600
609 Holcomb Bridge Rd.
Roswell, GA 30075
Little Alley Tapas Bar & Restaurant
(770) 992-9198
690 Holcomb Bridge Road,, Suite 220B
Roswell, GA 30076
Ethyl’s Diner
(770) 992-5688
11000 Alpharetta Hwy.
Roswell, GA 30076
The Eight: Reindeer Monologues
OnStage Atlanta
2597 N. Decatur Rd.
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 897-1802
Fri., Nov. 27, 8:00 p.m. at OnStage Atlanta, Decatur, GA
Scandal erupts at the North Pole when one of Santa’s eight tiny reindeer accuses him of sexual harassment. As mass media descends upon the event, others share their perspectives. The shocking truth becomes clearer… and murkier. Check website for showtimes and ticket prices.
Nearby Restaurants:
Paradise Grill
(404) 296-5686
1652 Church St. Suite B
Decatur, GA 30033
Athens Pizza
(404) 636-1100
1341 Clairmont Rd.
Decatur, GA 30033
Parker’s on Ponce
(404) 924-2230
116 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
Christmas In Cumming
The Cumming Playhouse
101 School St.
Cumming, GA 30040
(770) 781-9178
Sun., Nov. 29, 3:00 p.m. at The Cumming Playhouse, Cumming, GA
This year the Sounds of Sawnee Concert Band is reaching into Santa’s sack to present a mixed bag of Christmas favorites. Selections will include a variety of works from traditional to modern, international and American, and both instrumental and vocal. A featured guest artist will be Mitchell Jones, a junior at West Forsyth High School. Tickets: $15.
Nearby Restaurants:
Classics Neighborhood Pub
(770) 781-9279
215 Mason St.
Cumming, GA 30040
Domino’s Pizza
(770) 887-7710
241 Atlanta Rd.
Cumming, GA 30040
CiCi’s Pizza Buffet
(770) 886-0055
655 Atlanta Rd. Ste 606 / 607
Cumming, GA 30040
The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas
Classic Center Theatre
300 N. Thomas St.
Athens, GA 30601
Mon., Nov. 30, 7:00 p.m. at Classic Center: Classic Center Theatre, Athens, GA. During their career, The Oak Ridge Boys have lent their distinctive harmonies to recordings by a diverse list of artists that includes Paul Simon, Johnny Cash, Ray Charles, Brenda Lee, Roy Rogers and George Jones. Now see them live at The Classic Center Theatre of downtown Athens, GA. Tickets from $29.50 – $42.50.
Nearby Restaurants:
Wild Wing Cafe
312 E. Washington St.,
Athens, GA, 30601
(706) 227-9464
Angelos
275 E. Clayton St.,
Athens, GA, 30601
(706) 549-2228
Starbucks Coffee
100 College Ave.,
Athens, GA, 30601
(706) 543-0114
Black Nativity: A Holiday Gospel Celebration
Southwest Arts Center
915 New Hope Road S.W.
Atlanta, GA 30331
(404) 505-3220
1-877-725-8849
Thurs., Dec. 3, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Southwest Arts Center, Atlanta, GA
This gospel telling of the Christmas story is a soul-stirring musical celebration. A testament to the power of gospel music, the story of the Nativity is told through the combination of scripture, poetry, dance and song that connects a contemporary church revival to the time of mangers and swaddling clothes. This joyous evening brings the real meaning of faith and love to life. From the same creative team that brought us The Wiz. Check website or call for showtimes. Price: $20 – $35
Nearby Restaurants:
Lil Negril Restaurant
(404) 472-0104
304 Fulton Industrial Circle
Atlanta, GA 30336
Subway
(404) 349-4100
5630 Fulton Industrial Blvd. SW
Atlanta, GA 30336
L T’s Wings
(404) 349-0006
1160 Fairburn Rd. SW
Atlanta, GA 30331
Natalie Grant’s “A Christmas To Believe In” Tour
Gateway Event Center
165 Mill Rd.
McDonough, GA 30253
(770) 279-9853
Thurs., Dec. 3, 8:00 p.m. at Gateway Event Center, McDonough, GA.
Gateway Event Center, Atlanta’s Newest Concert Venue – 20 minutes south of Atlanta in McDonough is happy to announce Natalie Grant’s “A Christmas To Believe In” on Thursday Dec 3rd with special guest Ayiesha Woods. Gateway is located on I-75 at exit 221 Jonesboro Road under the big flag! Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant – McDonough
1820 Jonesboro Rd.,
McDonough, GA, 30253
(678) 432-3221
Starbucks
(678) 583-2184
1850 Jonesboro Rd.
McDonough, GA 30253
Olive Garden
(770) 898-2018
1961 Jonesboro Rd.
McDonough, GA 30253
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 2009 Coca-Cola Holiday Concert Series
Woodruff Arts Center
1280 Peachtree St. N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 815-6674
Thurs., Dec. 3, 8:00 p.m. at Woodruff Arts Center, Atlanta, GA
Celebrate the 12 nights of Christmas this holiday season with 12 spectacular performances of our very own Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Conductor Jere Flint, along with Lee Harper & Dancers and the ASO, will spread Christmas spirit to both young and old alike with “A Kid’s Christmas.” A magical musical collaboration of the ASO, Morehouse College Glee Club and the Gwinnett Young Singers, this performance will be led by nationally recognized Director of Choruses Norman Mackenzie. Check website or call for showtimes and ticket prices.
Nearby Restaurants:
Rare Soul Tapas
554-A Piedmont Ave.,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 541-0665
Shout
1197 Peachtree St.,
Atlanta, GA, 30361
(404) 846-2000
Oceanaire Seafood Room
1100 Peachtree St. N.W.,
Atlanta, GA, 30309
(404) 475-2277
“Scrooge In Rouge: A British Musical Hall Christmas Carol”
14th Street Playhouse
173 14th St.
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 733-4750
Thurs., Dec. 3, 8:00 p.m. at Woodruff Arts Center: 14th Street Playhouse, Atlanta, GA
The clever pleasures of ‘Scrooge in Rouge: A British Musical Hall Christmas Carol” are abundant, varied, risqué and virtually non-stop. It is uproarious entertainment; a brilliantly constructed funhouse that works on multiple levels and provides holiday theatergoers with something to cheer about. This three-actor gem of a show highlights the notable virtuosity of an acting trio as they create, with great bombast and bravado, a well-delineated cast of over twenty characters between them. Check website or call for showtimes and ticket information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Shout
1197 Peachtree St.,
Atlanta, GA, 30361
(404) 846-2000
Rare Soul Tapas
554-A Piedmont Ave.,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 541-0665
Two Urban Licks
820 Ralph McGill Blvd. N.E.,
Atlanta, GA, 30306
(404) 522-4622
Classic City Christmas
Seney Stovall Chapel
201 N. Milledge Ave.
Athens, GA 30602
(706) 542-2736
(706) 850-1755
Fri., Dec. 4 and Sat., Dec. 5, 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sun. Dec. 6, 2:00 p.m. at Seney Stovall Chapel, Athens, GA The show includes a seven member cast performing a mix of solos and group numbers. The curtain rises at 8:00pm on Friday and Saturday with a Sunday matinee at 2:00pm. Tickets are $6 and all proceeds support CCA’s Classical series of free performances.
Nearby Restaurants:
Starbucks Coffee
(706) 543-0114
100 College Ave.
Athens, GA 30601
Wow Cafe and Wingery -Athens
1260 S. Milledge Ave.,
Athens, GA, 30605
(706) 543-5510
Amici Italian Cafe
233 E. Clayton St.,
Athens, GA, 30601
(706) 353-0000
A Christmas Carol
Towne Lake Arts Center
6576 Commerce Parkway
Woodstock, GA 30189
(678) 494-4251
Fri., Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Towne Lake Arts Center, Woodstock, GA
The Dickens Christmas classic comes brilliantly to life in this musical adaptation you will want to be a family tradition! Check website or call for showtimes and ticket prices.
Nearby Restaurants:
Ruby Tuesday
(770) 591-4401
9490 Hwy 92
Woodstock, GA 30188
CiCi’s Pizza Buffet
(770) 592-6885
12186 Hwy 92 Ste 110
Woodstock, GA 30188
Subway
(770) 926-6294
6845 Hwy 92
Woodstock, GA 30189
Madeline’s Christmas
Legacy Theatre
1175 Senioa Rd. Suite C
Tyrone, GA 30290
(770) 306-3343
Sat., Dec. 5, Sat., Dec. 12 and Sat., Dec. 19, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Legacy Theatre, Tyrone, GA
“In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines.” So begins this delightful story of Madeline and her friends! Based on the book by Ludwig Bemelmans.
Nearby Restaurants:
Partners II Pizza
(770) 306-3363
1500 Ga-74
Tyrone, GA 30290
Subway
(770) 631-1515
994 Tyrone Rd.
Tyrone, GA 30290
Zesto – Tyrone
(770) 306-2509
22 Carriage Oaks Dr.
Tyrone, GA 30290
Deck the Halls: Wreathmaking
Oakhurst Community Garden
435 Oakview Rd.
Decatur, GA 30030
Sat., Dec. 5, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Oakhurst Community Garden, Decatur, GA
Create your wreath using natural materials collected from the Garden for your holiday season, such as hydrangeas, holly berries, and pinecones. Join Carol Bulmer for this popular class and bring home a beautiful holiday wreath. $30 for Garden member, $35 for non-member. Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Steinbeck’s
659 E. Lake Dr., Suite B,
Decatur, GA, 30030
(404) 373-1116
Nathalie’s Fish House
Seafood
(404) 378-8881
308 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Suite I
Decatur, GA 30030
The Chocolate Bar
201 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.,
Decatur, GA, 30030
(404) 378-0630
The Atlanta Vocal Project Presents – Christmas is for Children
Sandy Springs United Methodist Church
86 Mount Vernon Hwy.
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
(404) 255-1181
(770) 439-8249
Sat., Dec. 5, 7:00 p.m. at Sandy Springs United Methodist Church, Sandy Springs, GA
The Atlanta Vocal Project presents its 2009 Christmas Show “Christmas is for Children” featuring The Voices of Lee. This seventeen-member group is characterized by their unique variety of lush vocal harmonies, high-energy patriotic numbers, fun-filled audience participation, as well as heart-felt gospel favorites. Also, appearing will be The Zamboni Brothers, and Next Wave. Price: $20.00 General Admission, $18.00 Seniors and Students.
Nearby Restaurants:
Breadwinners
175 Mt. Vernon Hwy., Ste. E,
Atlanta, GA, 30328
(404) 843-0224
Chef Rob’s Caribbean Cafe
5920 Roswell Road, Suite A-117, Suite A-117,
Atlanta, GA, 30328
(404) 250-3737
Subway
5920 Roswell Rd. NE, Ste A108,
Atlanta, GA, 30328
(404) 256-2366
Christmas Gala & Holiday Pops Concert
St. Benedict Catholic Church
11045 Parsons Rd.
Duluth, GA 30097
(770) 442-5903
(678) 748-5802
Sat., Dec 5. 8:00 p.m. at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Duluth, GA
Join the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra and start the holiday season off right with a supercharged Boston Pops-style concert, adult & childrens choirs, guest soloists and some very special surprises (shhh)! Features sacred favorites such as O Holy Night along with traditional favorites such as White Christmas and Sleigh Ride. A Champagne Dessert Reception immediately follows the concert. Special Guest performance by Atlanta’s own Banks & Shane. All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. Price: $28/Adult, $22/Senior, $18/Student.
Nearby Restaurants:
Abbott’s Bar & Grill
10900 Medlock Bridge Rd.,
Johns Creek, GA, 30097
(770) 495-7110
The Villa
11605 Jones Bridge Rd.,
Alpharetta, GA, 30022
(678) 319-0050
Sia’s Restaurant
10305 Medlock Bridge Rd.,
Duluth, GA, 30097
(770) 497-9727
“Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus” (2009)
Act1 Theater
180 Academy St.
Alpharetta, GA 30009
(770) 663-8989
Sun., Dec. 6, 2:00 p.m. at Act1 Theater, Alpharetta, GA
The true story of 8-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon, who wrote a letter to the editor of the “New York Sun” in 1897 asking for the truth regarding the existence of Santa Claus. Tickets: $15. Check website or call for showtimes.
Nearby Restaurants:
Smokejack Bbq
(770) 410-7611
29 S. Main St.
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Rainwater Restaurant
(770) 777-0033
11655 Haynes Bridge Rd.
Alpharetta, GA 30004
The Original Pancake House
(770) 925-0065
5530 Windward Pkwy.
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Christmas with the Southern Crescent Chorale
Flat Creek Baptist Church
161 Flat Creek Trail
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(770) 716-1231
Sun., Dec. 6, 3:00 p.m. at Flat creek Baptist Church, Fayetteville, GA
Many patrons consider the annual concert Christmas with the Southern Crescent Chorale to be the official beginning of the holiday season. This years concert will again be a fantastic way to begin your celebrations. Featuring the Oasis Brass Quintet, the Southern Crescent Chorale will thrill the audience with the resonant sounds of the season. Some of the holiday favorites you will hear accompanied by the quintet are Canadian Brass arrangements of Silent Night, O Come All Ye Faithful, and Angels From the Realms of Glory In addition, the Oasis Quintet will perform a number of Christmas pieces from their vast repertoire of brass music. The Chorale will also sing a cappella pieces which will spotlight the subtle musical nuances for which the Chorale has become known. Price: $12 – $15. Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Steakmates LLC
220 Peachtree E Shopping Ctr,
Peachtree City, GA, 30269
(770) 486-0021
Fuddruckers
200 Peachtree East Shopping Center
Peachtree City, Ga 30269
770-486-8841
Panda Express
2707 Highway 54
Peachtree City, GA 30269
770-632-1801
Holiday Open House
Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery
180 Wolf Mountain Trail
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 867-9862
Sun., Dec. 6, 2:30 p.m. at Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery, Dahlonega, GA
Homemade soup and holiday hors d’oeuvres served around the Christmas tree and fireplaces, with a glass of estate wine. Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
McDonald’s
36 Mayo Mountain Rd.
Dahlonega, GA 30533
Corner Cafe Pool Room
(706) 216-2925
Highway 53 E
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Le Vigne Ristorante
(866) 991-8466
501 Hightower Church Rd.
Dahlonega, GA 30533
Holiday Gourmet Winemaker Dinner
Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery
180 Wolf Mountain Trail
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 867-9862
Sat., Dec. 12, 7:00 p.m. at Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery, Dahlonega, GA. Check website or call for more information.
The Waverly Consort: The Christmas Story
UGA Performing Arts Center
230 River Rd.
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 542-4400
Sun., Dec. 6, 3:00 p.m. at University of Georgia: UGA Performing Arts Center, Athens, GA
The Waverly Consort’s Christmas Story is a very special holiday event. In the timeless spirit of the medieval church dramas, eight singers and five instrumentalists recount the events of Christmas in an uplifting and moving celebration of the ritual drama and song. Tickets: $24-28 Call to confirm prices. Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Subway
1591 S. Lumpkin St.
Athens, GA 30605
706-548-0080
Starbucks Coffee
100 College Ave
Athens, GA 30601
706-543-0114
Wow Cafe and Wingery -Athens
1260 S. Milledge Ave.,
Athens, GA, 30605
(706) 543-5510
Nigella Lawson, Nigella Christmas: Food, Family, Friends, and Festivities
Atlanta History Center
130 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 814-4000
Thurs., Dec. 10, 7:00 p.m. at Atlanta History Center, Atlanta, GA
Nigella Lawson joins the Atlanta History Center as she shares recipes and tips from her latest book Nigella Christmas. Embracing the practical realities of the season, her new cookbook offers delicious, easy-to-follow recipes and reassuring advice for planning and entertaining. Nigella Lawson is the bestselling author of Nigella Express, Feast, and more. She has hosted television shows including Food Network’s Nigella Feasts as well as many others. Reception will be held at 6:00 p.m. prior to lecture. Price: Admission is $40 for members and $45 for nonmembers. Reservations are required; seating is limited. To purchase tickets, please call our reservation line at 404-814-4000.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson
The Art Place – Mountain View
3330 Sandy Plains Rd.
Marietta, GA 30066
(770) 509-2700
Fri., Dec. 11, 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Art Place – Mountain View, Marietta, GA
This hilarious Christmas tale, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids– probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won’t believe the mayhem– and the fun– when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story! Tickets: $10. Check website or call for showtimes.
Nearby Restaurants:
Rosa’s Pizza
3605 Sandy Plains Rd.,
Marietta, GA, 30066
(770) 321-7855
Blimpie
(770) 973-4190
3605 Sandy Plains Rd.
Marietta, GA 30066
Starbucks
(770) 565-0608
3605 Sandy Plains Rd.
Marietta, GA 30066
“Seventeenth Annual Atlanta Celtic Christmas Concert”
James Flannery, director and host
Emory University Schwartz Center for Performing Arts
1700 N. Decatur Road N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 727-5050
Fri., Dec. 11 and Sat., Dec. 12, 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. , Sun, Dec. 13, 2:30 p.m. at Emory University: Emory University Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Atlanta, GA. This popular event features the rollicking high spirits and mystical beauty of Celtic and Appalachian music, dance, poetry, song and story. Tickets: $10-$25. Call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Nathalie’s Fish House
(404) 378-8881
308 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Suite I
Decatur, GA 30030
The Chocolate Bar
201 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.,
Decatur, GA, 30030
(404) 378-0630
Parker’s on Ponce
116 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.,
Decatur, GA, 30030
(404) 924-2230
The North Atlanta Christmas Festival
Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church
9820 Nesbit Ferry Rd.
Alpharetta, GA 30022
(678) 336-3000
Fri., Dec. 11-13, 7:00 p.m., matinee on Dec. 13 at 3:00 p.m. at Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, Alpharetta, GA
The North Atlanta Christmas Festival is a dazzling musical celebration of the Christmas season. Now in its fourth year, the Festival features a dance and drama cast of over 100, a 150 voice choir and full orchestra. Come and experience a stunning array of lights, costumes and magnificent scenery. NEW THIS YEAR – Act 1 “Let’s Have a Christmas Celebration!”, featuring Dancing Snowmen and the Parade of the Toy Soldiers. Dec 11-13 at 7:00 each evening, plus a matinee on Dec 13 at 3:00pm. Price: $5, $7, and $10.
Nearby Restaurants:
Mojito Cafe
9850 Nesbitt Ferry Rd.,
Johns Creek, GA, 30022
(770) 642-7147
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
7925 Northpoint Pkwy.,
Alpharetta, GA, 30022
(770) 992-3070
Subway
7431 N. Point Pkwy.,
Alpharetta, GA, 30022
(770) 518-1787
A Fort Yargo Christmas
Fort Yargo State Park
210 S. Broad St.
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-3489
Sat., Dec. 12, 3:00 p.m. at Fort Yargo State Park, Winder, GA
Join us at the old fort for Christmas carols, refreshments, fort tours and a visit from Santa. $5 parking. Call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Little Italy Pizza
60 S. Broad St.,
Winder, GA, 30680
(770) 867-3570
Ruby Tuesday
25 S. Broad St.
Winder, GA 30680
678-425-1904
Subway
39 E. May St., Suite B,
Winder, GA, 30680
(770) 867-4162
Christmas Through The Years
Stately Oaks Plantation
100 Carriage Ln.
Jonesboro, GA 30237
(770) 473-0197
Sat., Dec. 12, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Stately Oaks Plantation, Jonesboro, GA
The house is decorated for the holidays all month, but on these two nights each room celebrates a different decade in which the Allen Mccord and Orr families celebrated the holidays 1840, 1860,1910,1920, and 1940. In addition the tenant house will focus on the 1930s depression era. Guest will end their evening tour with a vist to the Bethel Schoolhouse and join in the 1950’s Christmas Sock Hop! Price: $12 Adults, $9 Military (w/ID), $9 Seniors ( 55+) and Retired Military, $6 Ages 5-13, $3 Ages 5-Under. Tickets on Sale: Dec 11, 2009
Nearby Restaurants:
Domino’s Pizza
8496 Tara Blvd.,
Jonesboro, GA, 30236
(770) 478-7168
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
(770) 507-7205
3676 Hwy. 138
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Subway
8103 Tara Blvd.,
Jonesboro, GA, 30236
(770) 477-2969
True Oldies Christmas Show
Gateway Event Center
165 Mill Rd.
McDonough, GA 30253
(770) 279-9853
Sat., Dec. 12, 6:00 p.m. at Gateway Event Center, McDonough, GA
Gateway Event Center, Atlanta’s Newest Concert Venue – 20 minutes south of Atlanta in McDonough is happy to announce True Oldies Christmas Show with The Association, Rare Earth, Dennis Tufano voice of The uckinghams, and The Mustangs December 12, 2009. Gateway is located on I-75 at exit 221 Jonesboro Road under the big flag! Check website or call for more information. Price: $25 – $40 pre, $35 – $50 @ door, $150 for tables. Check website or call for more information.
Big Band Christmas With Joe Gransden
Spivey Hall
2000 Clayton State Blvd.
Morrow, GA 30260
(770) 960-4200
Sat., Dec. 12, 8:15 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Spivey Hall, Morrow, GA
Back by popular demand, acclaimed trumpeter and vocalist Joe Gransden teams up with Jazz Orchestra Atlanta’s 17-piece big band for a wonderful evening of holiday favorites. Call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Subway
5660 Jonesboro Rd., Suite B,
Morrow, GA, 30260
(678) 422-2024
Baskin-Robbins
2406 Southlake Mall,
Morrow, GA, 30260
(770) 961-9510
Anderson’s Diner
1395 Southlake Pkwy.,
Morrow, GA, 30260
(678) 422-3644
“Father Christmas’ Favorite Chamber Music”
Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta Family Series
Michael C. Carlos Museum of Emory University
571 S. Kilgo Circle
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 727-4282
Sun., Dec. 13, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Emory University: Michael C. Carlos Museum of Emory University, Atlanta, GA. England’s Santa Claus gives out holiday treats after the Vega String Quartet performs. Tickets: $4 (Museum Family-level and above members receive 4 free tickets). Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Nathalie’s Fish House
(404) 378-8881
308 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Suite I
Decatur, GA 30030
The Chocolate Bar
201 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.,
Decatur, GA, 30030
(404) 378-0630
Parker’s on Ponce
116 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.,
Decatur, GA, 30030
(404) 924-2230
Christmas Tour of Homes at The Georgia Club
The Georgia Club
1050 Chancellors Dr.
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 725-8100
Sun., Dec. 13, 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at The Georgia Club, Statham, GA
Third annual Christmas Tour of Homes presented by The Georgia Club Foundation. 5 private residences will lavishly decorate for the holidays and will be open for tour on December 13, 2009 from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. Tickets will be sold in two time slots 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Join us for an extensive and scrumptious Sunday Brunch in the Georgia Club dining room, $20 pp call for reservations at 770-725-8100. No photography or children under 12 years old on the tour. Tickets: $20 in advance $25 at the door.
Nearby Restaurants:
Old House Restaurant
2025 Atlanta Hwy. SE,
Statham, GA, 30666
(770) 725-5548
Papas Pizza To Go
1919 Atlanta Hwy. SE,
Statham, GA, 30666
(770) 725-4525
Subway
(706) 678-3800
112 E. Robert Toombs Ave.
Washington, GA 30673
Alpharetta First UMC Chancel Choir and Orchestra Christmas Concert
Alpharetta First United Methodist Church
69 Main St.
Alpharetta, GA 30009
(770) 475-5576
Sun., Dec. 13, 5:00 p.m. at Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, Alpharetta, GA
This festive celebration will be presented by the Chancel Choir, other adult ensembles and AFUMC Orchestra and include our children and soloists. The concert will feature a variety of traditional, gospel and contemporary Christmas favorites. The public is welcome.
Nearby Restaurant:
Smokejack Bbq
29 S. Main St.,
Alpharetta, GA, 30004
(770) 410-7611
SWEA Atlanta’s traditional Swedish Christmas Market
Inman Park Trolley Barn
963 Edgewood Ave. N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30307
(404) 521-2308
Sun., Dec. 13, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Inman Park Trolley Barn, Atlanta, GA
The event draws many families from across the metro area and is becoming increasingly popular for holiday shoppers. Our vendors will be selling traditional and modern handicrafts and homemade foods. Some of the items that will be available are wooden toys, felt craft, jewelry, artisan bakery goods, modern design goods made by Savannah College of Art and Design students, pottery, Swedish flower arrangements, Swedish Christmas cookies and breads, and more! Price: Adults $5 Children 18 and under Free.
Nearby Restaurants:
Two Urban Licks
820 Ralph McGill Blvd. N.E.,
Atlanta, GA, 30306
(404) 522-4622
Mary Mac’s Tea Room
224 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 876-1800
Rare Soul Tapas
554-A Piedmont Ave.,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 541-0665
Third Annual First Family Christmas
First Baptist Church Atlanta
4400 N. Peachtree Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30338
(770) 234-8300
Sat., Dec. 12 and 13, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church Atlanta, Atlanta, GA
First Baptist Church Atlanta presents its Third Annual First Family Christmas. The concerts will be hosted by Mitchell Jon with special guests Daniel Crews and Joe Castillo, the sand artist. The Atlanta Worship Choir and Orchestra will also be part of this spectacular Christmas celebration. All proceeds go to Samaritan’s Purse. Tickets: $2
Nearby Restaurants:
Mad Italian
2197 Savoy Dr.,
Atlanta, GA, 30341
(770) 451-8048
Subway
4511 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd., Apt C1,
Atlanta, GA, 30338
(770) 394-3439
Arby’s
1801 Savoy Dr.,
Atlanta, GA, 30341
(770) 458-0762
“Christmas Through The Ages” – Christmas Classics
The Cumming Playhouse
101 School St.
Cumming, GA 30040
(770) 781-9178
Tues. and Wed., Dec. 15 and 16, 8:00 p.m. at The Cumming Playhouse, Cumming, GA
What’s a beautiful, brand new playhouse without a festive, musical Christmas show? This year’s offering is “Christmas Through the Ages.” The music ranges from the most glorious classical compositions to the greatly beloved yuletide carols and the most jazzy, jingling contemporary tunes! The time period encompasses the medieval period right down through today’s Christmas music heard on the radio during the holiday season. Instrumental solos, such as classical guitar, are woven in among vocal solos and ensembles, piano solos, ballet dancers, and also occasional dramatic skits! There are even tributes to “The Nutcracker” and to mean old Mr. Scrooge and adorable little Tiny Tim! Price: $15.00.
Nearby Restaurants:
Classics Neighborhood Pub
(770) 781-9279
215 Mason St.
Cumming, GA 30040
Domino’s Pizza
(770) 887-7710
241 Atlanta Rd.
Cumming, GA 30040
CiCi’s Pizza Buffet
(770) 886-0055
655 Atlanta Rd. Ste 606 / 607
Cumming, GA 30040
A Christmas Carol
The Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center
395 Piedmont Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 523-6275
Tues., Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. at The Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center, Atlanta, GA. Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Rare Soul Tapas
554-A Piedmont Ave.,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 541-0665
Agatha’s Mystery Dinner Theatre
161 Peachtree Center Ave, NE,
Atlanta, GA, 30303
(404) 584-2211
Pittypat’s Porch
25 International Blvd. NW,
Atlanta, GA, 30303
(404) 525-8228
7 Stages presents: Christmas in Hell, The Little Five Points Rockstar Orchestra
1105 Euclid Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307-1925
(404) 523-7647
Dec. 17-19, 9:00 p.m. with a midnight show on Dec. 19 at 7 Stages. The Little Five Points Rockstar Orchestra partners with 7 Stages to resurrect everyone’s favorite tongue in cheek, heavy metal fake blood bath with a new holiday twist: Christmas in Hell. Late night performances and easy access to a bar promise this dramatic, staged interpretation of Iron Maiden’s Number of the Beast and a hard rock Christmas show will be perfect for every evil elf. Tickets: $15-$20.
Nearby Restaurants:
Two Urban Licks
820 Ralph McGill Blvd. N.E.,
Atlanta, GA, 30306
(404) 522-4622
Vortex Bar and Grill-Midtown
878 Peachtree St. N.E.,
Atlanta, GA, 30309
(404) 875-1667
Mary Mac’s Tea Room
224 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE,
Atlanta, GA, 30308
(404) 876-1800
Christmas with the Georgia Boy Choir
Peachtree Road United Methodist Church
3180 Peachtree Road N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 240-8212
Fri., Dec. 18 and Sat., Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m. at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, Atlanta, GA
Hear all five choirs of the Georgia Boy Choir with full orchestra perform all of your favorite songs to kick off the holiday season! General Admission $20.00 Preferred Seating $40.00 Student/Senior $12.00.
Nearby Restaurants:
Aquaknox
3280 Peachtree Road N.E.,
Atlanta, GA, 30305
(404) 477-5600
Nava
3060 Peachtree Road N.W.,
Atlanta, GA, 30305
(404) 240-1984
Emerald Coast Coffee & Grille
3280 Peachtree Rd. NE, Ste 187,
Atlanta, GA, 30305
(404) 254-5712
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
Aurora Theatre
128 Pike St.
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
(770) 476-7926
Sat., Dec. 19, 11:00 a.m. at Aurora Theatre, Lawrenceville, GA
Part of the Aurora’s Children’s Playhouse 2009-2010 schedule. Bringing you the best children’s entertainment in the region. Check website or call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Wok-In Wok-Out
860 Duluth Hwy.,
Lawrenceville, GA, 30043
(770) 513-1372
Baskin-Robbins
439 W. Pike St.,
Lawrenceville, GA, 30045
(770) 277-5747
Subway
377 W. Pike St.,
Lawrenceville, GA, 30045
(770) 963-1169
Joyland Christmas Musical
Porter Sanford Center for the Performing Arts
3181 Rainbow Dr.
Decatur, GA 30034
678-927-0242
Sat., Dec. 19, 3:00 p.m. at Porter Sanford Center for the Performing Arts, Decatur, GA
Welcome to Joyland where Christmas will never again be the same – a marvelous story about giving to others. Unsold toys have been left behind at Joyland Toy Store on Christmas Eve. Magically, the toys come alive helping us see the true giving spirit of the season… and showing us God’s plan for each of us by sending Emmanuel. Call for more information.
Nearby Restaurants:
Subway
404-289-8420
2501 Columbia Dr Ste A
Decatur, GA 30034
The Java Delight Cafe
404-214-7114
4153 Flat Shoals Parkway
Decatur, GA 30034
SK Wings and Seafood
404-284-5066
4533 Glenwood Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
Christmas Around The World
The Cumming Playhouse
101 School St.
Cumming, GA 30040
(770) 781-9178
Sat., Dec. 19, 8:00 p.m. at The Cumming Playhouse, Cumming, GA
Christmas Around the World explores the various traditions that fall during the Christmas season observed in America. A Father and Daughter enjoy the thrill and excitement each country brings as it come to life before their eyes in music and dance. The program is designed to showcase the wide variety of local talent which depicts a worldly influence while being both entertaining and informative. Created and directed by Heavenly Expressions. Tickets: $15.00.
Nearby Restaurants:
Classics Neighborhood Pub
215 Mason St.,
Cumming, GA, 30040
(770) 781-9279
CiCi’s Pizza Buffet
655 Atlanta Rd. Ste 606 / 607,
Cumming, GA, 30040
(770) 886-0055
Applebee’s
504 Lakeland Plz,
Cumming, GA, 30040
(770) 887-1922
The Toymaker’s Christmas
Woodland Performing Arts Center
800 Old Alabama Rd.
Cartersville, GA 30121
(770) 974-8653
Sat., Dec. 19, 3:00 p.m. at Woodland Performing Arts Center, Cartersville, GA
Praise Him with Dance presents “The Toymaker’s Christmas.” Come see this exciting dance production of a Toymaker who throws a Christmas party for the town. He reveals all his latest creations with dancing dolls, funny elves, and all of your favorite Christmas songs. As the story unfolds, the toymaker discovers that the best gift of all is the one God gave to us on the very first Christmas. Truly a memorable experience for your entire family. Tickets: $10.00 – children & groups of 15 or more; $12.00 – adults.
Nearby Restaurants:
Beef O’Brady’s
700 Douthit Ferry Rd.,
Cartersville, GA, 30120
(770) 607-9494
Pizza Hut
1336 Highway 113 Sw,
Cartersville, GA, 30120
(770) 607-4280
Christmas at Barnsley Gardens Resort
Barnsley Gardens Resort
597 Barnsley Gardens Rd.
Adairsville, GA 30103
(877) 773-2447
Thurs., Dec. 24, 7:00 p.m. at Barnsley Gardens Resort, Adairsville, GA
The Barnsley Traditional Christmas celebration begins on December 24 with Christmas Eve Service in the town hall starting at 7 p.m. Afterward, there will be a milk and cookie parade led by the Fairy Godmother. From 9 p.m.-Midnight, join Fairy for Games with the Grinch. On Christmas Day, there will be a Christmas Buffet in The Rice House with seatings at 11:30 a.m., Noon, 1:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. On Saturday, December 26, the resort will offer special garden tours at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3p.m. Price: The price of the buffet is $48 for adults and $20 for children ages 6-11.
Christmas Tree Recycling
Grant Park Conservancy
499 Broyles St. SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 521-0938
Sat., Jan. 9 (2010), 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Grant Park Conservancy, Atlanta, GA
Our annual Christmas Tree Recycling project is Sat., Jan. 9, in cooperation with Keep Georgia Beautiful, The Home Depot and WXIA Channel 11. Come to the park entrance at Park Avenue and Berne Street. This is one day only beginning at 9 a.m. until 4 pm. Want to help? We will need volunteer helping hands all day long. Call 404-521-0938 or email info@gpconservancy.org.
