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Holiday Lights, Ice Skating Rinks & Unique Events in Metro Atlanta!

December 5, 2016

TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATIONS 

Milton Tree Lighting - Nov. 26 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM.Milton’s holiday season will kick off with the Milton Tree Lighting at the corner of Ga. 9 and Webb Road. The tree lighting will include musical performances by the Milton High School Choir, Christmas carols by candlelight, Milton’s Mayor and City Council counting down to the big moment, Santa and hot chocolate. 
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Alpharetta Tree Lighting - Dec. 3 from 5:00 - 9:00 PM. All the magic of the holidays glistens at the annual lighting of the 45’ live spruce tree with 10,000 white lights! The tree lighting will take place at 7 p.m. Enjoy visits and photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Community Stage with Holiday Performances, Downtown Restaurants and Food Trucks, have fun in the Snow Playground, roast Marshmallows around a warm fire, performances by North Point Community Church, and 'Twas the Night Before Christmas read along with Mayor Belle Isle and family.
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Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Celenration on the Roswell Square - Dec. 3 at 5 PM. This family event includes carolers from local schools, lighting of Town Square, a reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by the Mayor, and a special visit from Santa Claus! Pictures with Santa are available for a nominal fee. Holiday shuttle busses are available to the shop. Event is free and open to the public. 
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Holiday on the Town at Town Brookhaven - Dec. 1 from 5:30 to 8pm. Christmas Tree lighting at dusk, visits with Santa and reindeer, sleigh rides, musical performances & merchant specials! 
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HOLIDAY LIGHTS 

Atlanta Botanical Garden - Garden Lights, Holiday Nights - Nov. 12 - Jan. 7 from 5pm - 10pm nightly. Plus see the Holiday Model Train day and night.  
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Christmas at Callanwolde - Nov. 21 to Dec. 29. New this year - Christmas at Callanwolde Light Show include a 20+ foot programmed Christmas tree which is digitized to music, a singing forest, and a kids-only area featuring snow! Outdoor illumination is nightly from 6-10pm. Additional special events include LEGOLAND Discovery Center Breakfast with Santa (Dec. 3 & 10); Teddy Bear Tea (Dec. 4 & 11) & more.
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Lanier Islands Magical Nights of Lights (BUFORD) -  Nov. 18 to Jan. 3. One of the best holiday light displays in the southeast. Drive through miles of dazzling lights and experience the joy of the season. Accommodations Available. 
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Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights (PINE MOUNTAIN) -  Nov. 18 - Jan. 7. One of the world's "Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights." Accommodations/ Packages available. See website, also theme nights. 
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ICE SKATING  

Skate Atlantic Station - Nov. 19 to Feb. 17. 
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Ice Skating at the St. Regis / Astor Holiday Rink - Nov. 19 to Jan. 1 (select dates). Reservations Recommended. 
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Ice Skating at Centennial Olympic Park - Nov. 18 to Jan. 8. 
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Ice Skating at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park - Nov. 24 through Feb. 20. 
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Avalon on Ice (Alpharetta) - Open Nov. 20 to Jan. 22. Rockefeller-inspired rink.
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UNIQUE EVENTS, FESTIVALS & HOLIDAY ATTRACTIONS 

Macy's Pink Pig Train - at Lenox Mall open now through Jan. 3. Priscilla the Pink Pig has been a beloved tradition in Atlanta since the 1950s. 
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Stone Mountain Christmas & Snow Mountain - Enjoy Stone Mountain Christmas on select dates Nov. 12 through Jan. 4. Snow Mountain on select dates Nov. 19 to Feb. 26. Combo packages available.
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Winter Wonderland at Fernbank Museum of Natural History -  Nov. 18 to Jan. 8. Displays recognize the diversity of celebrations, holidays, traditions and events from around the world. Holly Jolly Film Fest too!
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Festival of the SEAson at Georgia Aquarium - Nov. 19 to Jan. 1. See website for dates for Scuba Claus & visits with Santa, Holidazzle show, Hanukkah Celebrations & more.  
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Tea with Santa & Teddy Bear Tea at Ritz Carlton Buckhead - Multiple dates and times, Nov. 27 to Dec. 23. Make your reservations!
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Lanierworld's Winter Adventure (BUFORD) -  Nov. 27 to Jan. 3. In addition to the drive-through lights, you can stay and play in the snow (play zones & slides), enjoy carnival rides, holiday shopping and more. 
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Reindog Parade - Atlanta Botanical Garden, Dec. 3. Register now! Dress your pooch in holiday finery to compete for prizes or to just show off. 
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The Children's Christmas Parade - Dec. 3  to benefit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Midtown Atlanta will be transformed into Santa Claus Lane. Floats, giant helium-filled balloons & marching bands - it's the largest holiday parade in the southeast.
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Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND Discovery Center - Every weekend in December. Big tree build on Dec. 3 & 4.
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Candlelight Nights at Atlanta History Center - Dec. 9 & 16. Step back in time and experience Christmas past.
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Mighty Mo and More! - FREE annual holiday event Dec. 19 at the Fox. 
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Chanukah Grand Menorah Lightings & Celebrations -  Dec. 25 in Virginia Highlands, Dec. 26 in Decatur Square, Dec. 27 at Atlantic Station on the green & Dec. 28 at Avondale Estates. Hosted by Chabad Intown. Music, Donut decorating, raffles & prizes, photo ops & more.
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