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Holiday Happenings

Holiday fun around town

By Debbie Calabro November 27, 2024



Thursday, December 12, 2024 you can come to Decatur for a FREE bonfire and marshmallow roast on the Square at 7 p.m. It is hosted by the Decatur Business Assoc. and supervised by the Dekalb Fire Dept. The fire is lit at 6 p.m. The marshmallow roast begins at 7 p.m. The event is FREE to attend, and marshmallows are free while supplies last — you’re welcome to bring your own as well!


The Nutcracker presented by Metropolitan Ballet Theatre December 13 –15; Times vary by day Innovation Academy, 125 Milton Ave.


 Alpharetta Snow Day at Alpharetta City Center December 14, 202411:00 AM – 2:00 PM Town Green, 2001 Commerce St.


Decatur's  Screen on the Square, featuring a holiday movie on December 19th.Come for The Grinch and free popcorn!


Channukah Menorah Lighting December 25, 2024 5:30 – 6:30 PM Town Green, 2 Park Plaza J


Chabad and the City of Alpharetta for the annual lighting of the Alpharetta Menorah on the Town Big Creek Greenway Menorah Lighting🗓Sunday, December 29 • 4:30 pm📍


Downtown Decatur Square🚗 Use “101 East Court Square, Decatur, GA” on the gps🎟 FREE👨‍👨‍👦‍👦 Kid-friendly


Menorah Lighting at Avalon December 29, 20245:00 – 6:00 PM400 Avalon Blvd.Guests are invited to a traditional Menorah lighting ceremony. Enjoy refreshments, music and entertainment for all ages.


Bass Pro ShopsNov. 3-Dec. 24: Free Photos and ActivitiesNov. 18-Dec. 6: Wood Ornament CraftDec. 9-24: Bass Cookie CutterThe magical Santa’s Wonderland will feature games, toy stations and crafts, creating the perfect holiday outing for the whole family. Youngsters are encouraged to drop off a letter for Santa in his mailbox, and those who include an email address with their letter will receive a note back from Santa. basspro.com/santa Christmas Tales: At 5 p.m. on Tuesdays from Nov. 5 to Dec. 17, Santa (or Mrs. Claus) will read Christmas stories to families. Santa will take a photo with all participating families following story time. Separate reservations are required.Yuletide Breakfast: At 9 a.m. on Nov. 16, Nov. 23 and Dec. 7, gather for a festive breakfast with Santa and his helpers. Separate reservations are required, with a maximum of 6 individuals per family. Santa will take a photo with all participating families.Bass Pro Shops Lawrenceville, GAOpen Now • Closes at 9:00 PM5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy Suite 129Lawrenceville, GA 30043(678) 847-5500Bass Pro Shops Acworth, GAOpen Now • Closes at 9:00 PM152 Northpoint ParkwayAcworth, GA 30102(470) 315-7500