Atlanta, GA family events this month

Tree Lighting & Holiday Market at The Collection at Forsyth

The Collection at Forsyth — Cumming · Forsyth Co. · OTP

Annual tree lighting celebration with festive fun and a holiday market.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Free

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Center for Puppetry Arts)

Center for Puppetry Arts — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Puppet stage adaptation of the classic 1964 Rudolph TV special; museum admission included.

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: From $22
• Indoors

Ages 4+, about 60 minutes. Closed Nov 16 and 23; see showtimes on the Center's site.

Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens

Callaway Resort & Gardens — Pine Mountain · Harris Co. · West Georgia

Seven-mile holiday light show with 18 scenes, plus the Callaway Christmas Village, Santa visits and a walkthrough tunnel of lights.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Ticketed by date and time slot; kids under 3 free

About 1.5 hours southwest of Atlanta. Drive-through, trolley and bike-night options; tickets include same-day Gardens admission.

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Atlanta Botanical Garden — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Millions of colored lights and holiday displays throughout the garden.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Timed tickets; members save $5

Stone Mountain Christmas

Stone Mountain Park — Stone Mountain · DeKalb Co. · OTP

Atlanta's big holiday celebration with more than two million lights, a Christmas Parade, Santa's Big Flight and the Magical Christmas Drone & Light Show, plus park attractions like the Scenic Railroad.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

A Very Victorian Thanksgiving

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Meet our Victorian-dressed naturalist on the back patio of the Interpretive Center for a fun talk about Victorian Thanksgiving traditions and an accompanying craft!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Ask the Naturalist

Black Rock Mountain State Park — Mountain City · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Our Park Naturalist will be at the campground Trading Post to answer questions about the park and share some of her favorite sites and experiences.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Family Game Night at Switchman Hall

Switchman Hall, Terminal South — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

Weekly Friday family game night at the Terminal South food hall.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed
• Indoors

Also Fri Nov 20 and later Fridays.

Tallulah Tour and Tea

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Tallulah Gorge State Park cordially invites you to tea!

• Paid: $15

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Opt Outside Event: Hike Inn / A.T. Approach Trail Loop Hike

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

A 10-mile hike up a wooded trail to the Len Foote Hike Inn for a bag lunch, then out to the Approach Trail, where a GATC Trail Ambassador introduces Leave No Trace.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Opt Outside Event: Learning with Leave No Trace

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Fun, kid-friendly activities with GATC Trail Ambassadors on how to help preserve our natural resources.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Registration or reservation requested; see the listing.

Opt Outside Event: Sawyer Demonstrations

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

See how GATC Certified Sawyers clear trees from Georgia trails, and try a crosscut saw.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Opt Outside Event: Trail Maintenance on the A.T. Approach Trail

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Join GATC trail maintainers on a work trip and learn how volunteers keep trails enjoyable and sustainable for hikers.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Adventures in Science

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join us as we investigate what it’s like to be a scientist!

• Paid
• Indoors

Nature Journaling at the Overlook

Black Rock Mountain State Park — Mountain City · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Join our Park Naturalist for a morning of Nature Journaling at the Overlook.

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Opt Outside Event: Waterfall and East Ridge Loop Hike

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

A 2-mile hike from the stone arch up 1 mile and 602 stair steps to the top of Georgia’s tallest waterfall.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Opt Outside Event: History of the A.T. Southern Terminus

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

GATC history experts on the A.T. in Georgia, the original terminus at Mt. Oglethorpe and its move to Springer Mountain. Where: Arch Room, Visitor Center Led by: Bill…

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Mario the Maker Magician (Georgia Tech Arts)

Ferst Center for the Arts — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

All-ages family show mixing robots, magic, making and slapstick, about 60 minutes.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid
• Indoors

Saturday 2 PM; also Thu Nov 12 and Fri Nov 13 at 11 AM. Ideal for ages 4-10. Brief light water spray.

American Amazon: Photographing the Wildest Secrets of the American South

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join National Geographic Photographer Mac Stone on a visual journey into the surprising wildernesses of the southeastern United States.

• Paid
• Indoors

Contact Paper Stained-Glass in the Art Studio

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Create art inspired by stained glass artists!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Rock Identification at the Science Bar

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Get in on a fun, hands-on exploration of geology!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Storytime & Madlibs! at CMA On-Stage

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Let’s make up a silly story of our very own!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

U-Pick at Red Apple Barn

Red Apple Barn — Ellijay · Gilmer Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy apple picking and family fun every weekend this November!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed

Weekend dates listed on the Gilmer Chamber calendar: Fri Nov 13, Sat Nov 14, Fri Nov 20, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28. Hours can vary by day; check the listing.

Den and Bear It

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

How does a black bear prepare for winter?

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Fri Nov 13, Sun Nov 15, Sun Nov 22, Fri Nov 27, Sun Nov 29.

Live Animal Encounter

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Lakeside Smores

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Join a ranger for some tasty smores next to the lake!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Fri Nov 13, Fri Nov 20.

Frog Feeding

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals.

• Paid: free with admission

Holiday Ride-on Train

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.

• Under $15: $4 – $6

Nature Journaling

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Dec 12.

Wildlife of Unicoi

Unicoi State Park and Lodge — Helen · White Co. · North GA Mountains

Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28, Sat Dec 5, Sat Dec 12.

Explore & Identify: A Nature ID Walk

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Join Georgia Master Naturalists as we explore the native flora and fauna of an Amicalola Spring.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Dec 12.

Fire Tower Open House

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28.

Dino Talk

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Nature Crafternoon

Black Rock Mountain State Park — Mountain City · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us at the Mellinger Center in the campground for nature themed crafts with our Park Naturalist, or bring one of your own and just enjoy the company.

• Under $15: $2 – $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21.

Iconic Trees of Amicalola Falls

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Dec 12.

Animal Specimen Display

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Get up close and personal with our collection of skulls, antlers, feathers, shells, and more!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Fri Nov 27, Sat Nov 28.

Big Rock Falls Hike

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy a moderate, 0.75-mile hike alongside our cascading Big Rock Falls.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sun Nov 15, Sun Nov 22, Sun Nov 29.

Meet a Ranger

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world.

• Paid: Included with museum admission

Storybook Walk at the Lake

Black Rock Mountain State Park — Mountain City · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy one of our favorite nature-themed stories followed by a themed walk around the lake.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Lantern Parade & Lighting Celebration at Piedmont Park

Piedmont Park — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Free evening of lantern-making, music and a lantern parade, ending with the lighting of the park's Great Tree, Menorah and Kinara.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Free

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Center for Puppetry Arts)

Center for Puppetry Arts — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Puppet stage adaptation of the classic 1964 Rudolph TV special; museum admission included.

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: From $22
• Indoors

Ages 4+, about 60 minutes. Closed Nov 16 and 23; see showtimes on the Center's site.

Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens

Callaway Resort & Gardens — Pine Mountain · Harris Co. · West Georgia

Seven-mile holiday light show with 18 scenes, plus the Callaway Christmas Village, Santa visits and a walkthrough tunnel of lights.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Ticketed by date and time slot; kids under 3 free

About 1.5 hours southwest of Atlanta. Drive-through, trolley and bike-night options; tickets include same-day Gardens admission.

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Atlanta Botanical Garden — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Millions of colored lights and holiday displays throughout the garden.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Timed tickets; members save $5

Stone Mountain Christmas

Stone Mountain Park — Stone Mountain · DeKalb Co. · OTP

Atlanta's big holiday celebration with more than two million lights, a Christmas Parade, Santa's Big Flight and the Magical Christmas Drone & Light Show, plus park attractions like the Scenic Railroad.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue

Pullman Yards — Atlanta (Kirkwood) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Hour-long, ticketed interactive Minecraft quest through multiple biomes — collect resources, craft, battle mobs and rescue the villagers. Billed as for all ages.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: General admission from $32; Friends & Family multi-pack (3–10 tickets) from $28 each; prices vary by date, plus fees
• Indoors

Runs Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027; closed Tuesdays (hours vary). Timed-entry tickets: https://feverup.com/m/771053. Paid parking on site.

Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands

Lanier Islands Resort — Buford · Hall Co. · OTP

Drive-through holiday light show with miles of animated displays at Lanier Islands.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Priced per vehicle

Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia

Six Flags Over Georgia — Austell · Cobb Co. · OTP

Holiday version of the theme park with immersive holiday worlds, lights and live entertainment.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Select dates Nov 21 through Jan 3; check the park calendar.

IllumiNights at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta — Atlanta (Grant Park) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Holiday lantern and light event at Zoo Atlanta.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Adult $20.99–24.99; child 3–11 $17.99–19.99; 2 & under free

Select nights; last entry 8pm. Parking $6 in the Cherokee Ave lot.

Snake Show

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Meet us in the Interpretive Center conference room to meet some of our snakes and learn about their habitats, diets, and appearances, and even get the opportunity to…

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Beginner Archery

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Give archery a shot or brush up on your skills!

• Paid: $15

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Registration or reservation requested; see the listing.

Mindful Lake Walk

Black Rock Mountain State Park — Mountain City · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Join our Park Naturalist on a relaxing and mindful walk around Black Rock Lake.

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Touch-A-Truck Day

Don Carter State Park — Gainesville · Hall Co. · OTP

Touch, see, and talk about all kinds of trucks and other big equipment at our day-use boat ramp!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Pet a Pelt!

Don Carter State Park — Gainesville · Hall Co. · OTP

Meet in front of the visitor center to learn about Georgia's mammals!

• Under $15: $1

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Adopt a Mammal!

Don Carter State Park — Gainesville · Hall Co. · OTP

Following our Pet a Pelt program, adopt a mammal plushie to match one we learned about!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Nocturnal Night Hike

Don Carter State Park — Gainesville · Hall Co. · OTP

Explore the world of nocturnal animals! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail; no…

• Under $15: $3

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Registration or reservation requested; see the listing.

Sunset Stories

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Crafting Community Workshop

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Join us for Crafting Community: A Growing Together Workshop!

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• Paid: Separate ticket required
• Indoors

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Don Carter State Park — Gainesville · Hall Co. · OTP

Come learn about the culture and history of the Cherokee people at Picnic Shelter 1!

• Under $15: $2

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Contact Paper Stained-Glass in the Art Studio

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Create art inspired by stained glass artists!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Rock Identification at the Science Bar

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Get in on a fun, hands-on exploration of geology!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Storytime & Madlibs! at CMA On-Stage

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Let’s make up a silly story of our very own!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

U-Pick at Red Apple Barn

Red Apple Barn — Ellijay · Gilmer Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy apple picking and family fun every weekend this November!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed

Weekend dates listed on the Gilmer Chamber calendar: Fri Nov 13, Sat Nov 14, Fri Nov 20, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28. Hours can vary by day; check the listing.

Den and Bear It

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

How does a black bear prepare for winter?

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Fri Nov 13, Sun Nov 15, Sun Nov 22, Fri Nov 27, Sun Nov 29.

Live Animal Encounter

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Lakeside Smores

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Join a ranger for some tasty smores next to the lake!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Fri Nov 13, Fri Nov 20.

Frog Feeding

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals.

• Paid: free with admission

Holiday Ride-on Train

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.

• Under $15: $4 – $6

Wildlife of Unicoi

Unicoi State Park and Lodge — Helen · White Co. · North GA Mountains

Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28, Sat Dec 5, Sat Dec 12.

Fire Tower Open House

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28.

Dino Talk

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Nature Crafternoon

Black Rock Mountain State Park — Mountain City · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us at the Mellinger Center in the campground for nature themed crafts with our Park Naturalist, or bring one of your own and just enjoy the company.

• Under $15: $2 – $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21.

Animal Specimen Display

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Get up close and personal with our collection of skulls, antlers, feathers, shells, and more!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Fri Nov 27, Sat Nov 28.

Big Rock Falls Hike

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy a moderate, 0.75-mile hike alongside our cascading Big Rock Falls.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sun Nov 15, Sun Nov 22, Sun Nov 29.

Meet a Ranger

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world.

• Paid: Included with museum admission

Birds of Prey

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close- and learn how to help wild raptors!

• Under $15: $3

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Registration or reservation requested; see the listing. Listed for: Sat Nov 21, Sat Dec 5.

Family Nature Walk

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.

• Paid: Included with museum admission

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Center for Puppetry Arts)

Center for Puppetry Arts — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Puppet stage adaptation of the classic 1964 Rudolph TV special; museum admission included.

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: From $22
• Indoors

Ages 4+, about 60 minutes. Closed Nov 16 and 23; see showtimes on the Center's site.

Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens

Callaway Resort & Gardens — Pine Mountain · Harris Co. · West Georgia

Seven-mile holiday light show with 18 scenes, plus the Callaway Christmas Village, Santa visits and a walkthrough tunnel of lights.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Ticketed by date and time slot; kids under 3 free

About 1.5 hours southwest of Atlanta. Drive-through, trolley and bike-night options; tickets include same-day Gardens admission.

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Atlanta Botanical Garden — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Millions of colored lights and holiday displays throughout the garden.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Timed tickets; members save $5

Stone Mountain Christmas

Stone Mountain Park — Stone Mountain · DeKalb Co. · OTP

Atlanta's big holiday celebration with more than two million lights, a Christmas Parade, Santa's Big Flight and the Magical Christmas Drone & Light Show, plus park attractions like the Scenic Railroad.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue

Pullman Yards — Atlanta (Kirkwood) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Hour-long, ticketed interactive Minecraft quest through multiple biomes — collect resources, craft, battle mobs and rescue the villagers. Billed as for all ages.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: General admission from $32; Friends & Family multi-pack (3–10 tickets) from $28 each; prices vary by date, plus fees
• Indoors

Runs Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027; closed Tuesdays (hours vary). Timed-entry tickets: https://feverup.com/m/771053. Paid parking on site.

Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands

Lanier Islands Resort — Buford · Hall Co. · OTP

Drive-through holiday light show with miles of animated displays at Lanier Islands.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Priced per vehicle

Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia

Six Flags Over Georgia — Austell · Cobb Co. · OTP

Holiday version of the theme park with immersive holiday worlds, lights and live entertainment.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Select dates Nov 21 through Jan 3; check the park calendar.

IllumiNights at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta — Atlanta (Grant Park) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Holiday lantern and light event at Zoo Atlanta.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Adult $20.99–24.99; child 3–11 $17.99–19.99; 2 & under free

Select nights; last entry 8pm. Parking $6 in the Cherokee Ave lot.

Black Friday Hike

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Skip the crowds and spend your time hiking with a ranger along the 1.5 mile Inspiration Loop Trail!

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Bird Habitat Scavenger Hunt

Black Rock Mountain State Park — Mountain City · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy a relaxing hike around Black Rock Lake in search of the objects birds need to make the Lake their home.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Gobble Wobble

Smithgall Woods State Park — Helen · White Co. · North GA Mountains

Did you happen to Gobble until you Wobbled this Thanksgiving?

• Under $15: $5

Black Bears 101

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Meet us in the conference room of the Interpretive Center for a talk about black bears!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Shortline Stroll

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Meet a ranger at the Terrora trailhead for a fun hike along the Shortline Trail!

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Waterfalls and Watercolors

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us for a brief walk to overlooks 2 and 3 where we will spread out and paint our gorgeous landscape and waterfalls!

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Storytime with Authors: Kyle and Karter Thomas

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

10 – and 12- year old brothers Kyle and Karter Thomas join us on stage to read their children’s book The Magical You: How Do You IMAGINE the Whole Wide World?

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Contact Paper Stained-Glass in the Art Studio

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Create art inspired by stained glass artists!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Rock Identification at the Science Bar

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Get in on a fun, hands-on exploration of geology!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Storytime & Madlibs! at CMA On-Stage

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Let’s make up a silly story of our very own!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

U-Pick at Red Apple Barn

Red Apple Barn — Ellijay · Gilmer Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy apple picking and family fun every weekend this November!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed

Weekend dates listed on the Gilmer Chamber calendar: Fri Nov 13, Sat Nov 14, Fri Nov 20, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28. Hours can vary by day; check the listing.

Den and Bear It

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

How does a black bear prepare for winter?

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Fri Nov 13, Sun Nov 15, Sun Nov 22, Fri Nov 27, Sun Nov 29.

Live Animal Encounter

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Frog Feeding

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals.

• Paid: free with admission

Holiday Ride-on Train

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.

• Under $15: $4 – $6

Wildlife of Unicoi

Unicoi State Park and Lodge — Helen · White Co. · North GA Mountains

Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28, Sat Dec 5, Sat Dec 12.

Fire Tower Open House

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28.

Dino Talk

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Animal Specimen Display

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Get up close and personal with our collection of skulls, antlers, feathers, shells, and more!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Fri Nov 27, Sat Nov 28.

Big Rock Falls Hike

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth · Murray Co. · North GA Mountains

Enjoy a moderate, 0.75-mile hike alongside our cascading Big Rock Falls.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sun Nov 15, Sun Nov 22, Sun Nov 29.

Family Nature Walk

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.

• Paid: Included with museum admission

Botanical Santa

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

Meet Botanical Santa! Bring your camera and come tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy clad in green. Schedule: Saturdays, Nov. 28 – Dec. 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.…

• Cost not listed

Morning Hike

Fernbank Museum — Atlanta (Druid Hills) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest.

• Paid

Snake Sunday

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Meet us in the Interpretive Center conference room to meet some of our snakes and learn about their habitats, diets, and appearances, and even get the opportunity to…

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sun Nov 29, Sun Dec 6, Sun Dec 13.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Center for Puppetry Arts)

Center for Puppetry Arts — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Puppet stage adaptation of the classic 1964 Rudolph TV special; museum admission included.

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: From $22
• Indoors

Ages 4+, about 60 minutes. Closed Nov 16 and 23; see showtimes on the Center's site.

Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens

Callaway Resort & Gardens — Pine Mountain · Harris Co. · West Georgia

Seven-mile holiday light show with 18 scenes, plus the Callaway Christmas Village, Santa visits and a walkthrough tunnel of lights.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Ticketed by date and time slot; kids under 3 free

About 1.5 hours southwest of Atlanta. Drive-through, trolley and bike-night options; tickets include same-day Gardens admission.

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Atlanta Botanical Garden — Atlanta (Midtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Millions of colored lights and holiday displays throughout the garden.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Timed tickets; members save $5

Stone Mountain Christmas

Stone Mountain Park — Stone Mountain · DeKalb Co. · OTP

Atlanta's big holiday celebration with more than two million lights, a Christmas Parade, Santa's Big Flight and the Magical Christmas Drone & Light Show, plus park attractions like the Scenic Railroad.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue

Pullman Yards — Atlanta (Kirkwood) · DeKalb Co. · ITP

Hour-long, ticketed interactive Minecraft quest through multiple biomes — collect resources, craft, battle mobs and rescue the villagers. Billed as for all ages.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: General admission from $32; Friends & Family multi-pack (3–10 tickets) from $28 each; prices vary by date, plus fees
• Indoors

Runs Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027; closed Tuesdays (hours vary). Timed-entry tickets: https://feverup.com/m/771053. Paid parking on site.

Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands

Lanier Islands Resort — Buford · Hall Co. · OTP

Drive-through holiday light show with miles of animated displays at Lanier Islands.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Priced per vehicle

Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia

Six Flags Over Georgia — Austell · Cobb Co. · OTP

Holiday version of the theme park with immersive holiday worlds, lights and live entertainment.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Select dates Nov 21 through Jan 3; check the park calendar.

IllumiNights at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta — Atlanta (Grant Park) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Holiday lantern and light event at Zoo Atlanta.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid: Adult $20.99–24.99; child 3–11 $17.99–19.99; 2 & under free

Select nights; last entry 8pm. Parking $6 in the Cherokee Ave lot.

A Very Victorian Christmas

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us on the bottom floor of the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center for a talk about Victorian Christmas traditions and an accompanying craft!

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Silent Night Hike

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Join us for a silent, meditative hike along the North Rim Trail!

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Christmas At The Gorge

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Come and celebrate the Season, make crafts, enjoy Christmas music, Meet Santa, have a snack and go on a hay ride here at the park.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

S'mores With Santa

Don Carter State Park — Gainesville · Hall Co. · OTP

Free family photos with the jolliest man around, Santa!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Free

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required.

Sensory Friendly Playtime

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Enjoy a sensory-modified experience on select Sunday mornings.

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Celebrate Hanukkah

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

We’re celebrating Hanukkah at the Museum!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Frog Feeding

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals.

• Paid: free with admission

Holiday Ride-on Train

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.

• Under $15: $4 – $6

Wildlife of Unicoi

Unicoi State Park and Lodge — Helen · White Co. · North GA Mountains

Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife.

• Cost not listed

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sat Nov 14, Sat Nov 21, Sat Nov 28, Sat Dec 5, Sat Dec 12.

Birds of Prey

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge — Dawsonville · Dawson Co. · North GA Mountains

Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close- and learn how to help wild raptors!

• Under $15: $3

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Registration or reservation requested; see the listing. Listed for: Sat Nov 21, Sat Dec 5.

Botanical Santa

Atlanta Botanical Garden (Midtown) — Atlanta · Fulton Co. · ITP

Meet Botanical Santa! Bring your camera and come tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy clad in green. Schedule: Saturdays, Nov. 28 – Dec. 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.…

• Cost not listed

Snake Sunday

Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls · Rabun Co. · North GA Mountains

Meet us in the Interpretive Center conference room to meet some of our snakes and learn about their habitats, diets, and appearances, and even get the opportunity to…

• Under $15: $5

Parking fee (or GA ParkPass) required. Listed for: Sun Nov 29, Sun Dec 6, Sun Dec 13.

Instant Snow – The Science of Polymers

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Learn all about a special kind of super absorbent polymer and see how we can use science to make snow indoors instantly!

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Storytime & Puppet Show at CMA On-Stage

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Get cozy as we read The Snowy Day by American author and illustrator Ezra Jack Keats.

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Winter Landscape Oil Pastels

Children's Museum of Atlanta — Atlanta (Downtown) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Create winter landscape art using oil pastels.

• Paid: Included with museum admission
• Indoors

Cookies with Santa

Zoo Atlanta (Grant Park) — Atlanta (Grant Park) · Fulton Co. · ITP

Be here when Santa makes his first stop, and get Santa Photos at Zoo Atlanta!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid