Get ready for the holidays with artists markets, lights displays and more holiday events.
Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles presents Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse. Through Dec. 13. $30; $25 in advance. 1150 West Garmon Road N.W., Atlanta. www.atlantaholidayhome.com.
Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens. Now in its 24th year, the display features scenes such as Christmas Tree Lane, Enchanted Rainbow Forest and Snowflake Valley, plus 10-minute light and music shows at Robin Lake Beach. Visitors can ride in an open-air trolley or in their own vehicle. Through Jan. 2. Adults $19-$28, kids 6-12 $9.50-$14. 5 and under free, ask for "free child" tickets when ordering in advance. 17800 U.S. 27, Pine Mountain. www.callawaygardens.com.
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights. More than 1.5 million LED lights decorate the 30-acre garden. A new feature, the Tunnel of light joins old friends Orchestral Orbs, Glittering Galaxy, Radiant Rainforest and more. Through Jan. 9. 5-10:o0 p.m. Peak night admission: Thursdays-Sundays, Thanksgiving and all nights from Dec. 17-Jan. 9: $26 (member discounts available for peak and non-peak); $20 ages 3-12; free under 3. Non-peak nights: Mondays-Wednesdays: $23; $17 ages 3-12. Night Light Special, 9-10:00 p.m. peak nights (advance booking online only): $15; regular admission for children. Advance tickets recommended. Parking: $10 ($5 for vehicles with four or more) 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 1-855-454-6849,atlantabotanicalgarden.org.
Snow Mountain. Through Feb. 28. $28-$39.95. Stone Mountain Park, Highway 78, Stone Mountain. 770-498-5690, stonemountainpark.com.
Spruill Gallery Holiday Artists Market. A range of locally made items for everyone on your list are available at this market. They also offer themed days throughout the season including Family Day on Dec. 5, a handmade gift bazaar on Dec. 12 and a last-minute shoppers sale on Dec. 23 which offers 20% off your purchase. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays; noon-5 p.m., Sundays. Through Dec. 23. 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta. 770-394-4019. Spruillarts.org.
Swan Coach House Gallery, Little Things Mean a Lot. For 16 years, this show has featured work from Atlanta area artists at a more affordable price range. Shoppers will find more than 300 small works of art in a range of mediums including painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Contemporary artists include Dorothy Crawley, Lucha Rodriquez, Charlie MacNeill and Jordan Stubbs, while more traditional works are supplied by Beth Evans, Blair Mann, Fred Wise and Cynthia Perryman. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. Through Jan. 6. 3130 Slaton Drive N.W., Atlanta. 404-266-2636. Swancoachhouse.com.
Holiday in Lights at Centennial Olympic Park. Walk amid thousands of lights illuminating the 21-acre park. Through Jan. 10. Open 7 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. Free. Ice skating rink, also opening Nov. 21, is $12 per person (includes skate rental) for 90 minutes. 4:30-10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays (until 11 p.m. Fridays), 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sundays. 265 Park Ave W. N.W., Atlanta. 404-223-4412, centennialpark.com.
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia. The amusement park will be decorated with more than 1 million low-energy LED lights. Select rides (including Goliath, Dare Devil Dive and Georgia Scorcher) will be running, sections of the park will have distinct themes and the train will be rechristened the North Pole Express. 4-10 p.m. most nights, through Jan. 3. Closed Thanksgiving day and Dec. 24-25. Open 2-10p.m. Dec. 26-Jan. 3. Day passes at the gate or online: $43.99-$48.99; $20 parking fee per car. 275 Riverside Parkway S.W., Austell. 770-739-3400, www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
Lights of Life at Life. Millions of light bulbs illuminate more than 100 displays dotting the 1.5-mile drive through Life University's campus. Through Dec. 31. 6-10 p.m. Cars: $10 Fridays-Sundays and Nov. 26-29, Dec. 18-31; $5 all other nights. Vans, buses: $20 nightly. (Additional fees for petting zoo, train and pony rides, photos with Santa.) 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta. 678-331-4334, life.edu.
Holiday Light Spectacular at Atlanta Motor Speedway. View "over-the-top decorating" and get the rare chance to drive on the AMS oval. Through Dec. 30. 6-9 p.m. Sundays-Wednesdays, 6-10 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and holidays, open 6-10p.m. starting 12/17 through 12/30. $15 per car Mondays-Wednesdays, $20 Thursdays-Sundays and holidays, $20 Dec. 17-30. 1500 Tara Place, Hampton. 770-946-4211, www.holidaylightspectacular.info.
Lanier Islands Christmas. Thousands of twinkling lights illuminate the new location and layout this year. Stroll down the beach and boardwalk to enjoy an extended tour of the light show. 5-10 p.m. nightly, through Jan. 3. Adults, $17-$28, children (5-12), $10-$17. Live Nativity starts Dec. 4; plus other activities and attractions. Lanier Islands, 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford. 770-945-8787, lakelanierislands.com.
Stone Mountain Christmas. Walk through Crossroads village, illuminated by 2 million lights. Admission includes live holiday shows, film "Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas 4-D," Singalong Train ride around the mountain), holiday parade winding through the village, with Snow Angel flying over Crossroads for the finale just before a fireworks display. Through Jan. 4 (closed Dec. 25). $24.95-$29.95; children 3-11, $19.95-$24.95. Parking pass, $15. Various combo packages, including Snow Mountain, available, see ticket page. Stone Mountain Park, Highway 78, Stone Mountain. 770-498-5690, stonemountainpark.com.
Marietta Square Christmas Tree Lighting. Glover Park. 5-8 p.m. Dec. 3. Festivities include caroling by local school choruses and visits with Santa, who arrives at 5:20 p.m., and tree lighting at 6 p.m. marietta.com.
The 2015 Vinings Jubilee Tree Lighting. Tower Stage at Vinings Jubilee. 6-8 p.m. Dec. 3. Family-friendly event includes holiday music, food, activities, train rides on the Vinings Express, face painting, balloon twisting, and pictures with Santa Claus. viningsjubilee.com.
Decatur Tree Lighting. 7 p.m. Dec. 3. Event includes caroling, cocoa, snow and an appearance by Santa Claus. Little Shop of Stories, 133A E. Court Square, Decatur. www.littleshopofstories.com.
Apple Annie Arts and Craft Show. 9 a.m. Dec. 4-5. $3. Catholic Church of St. Ann, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. 770-552-6400, st-ann.org.
Shoppe Artisan. A new addition to holiday shopping was founded by former AmericasMart executive, Lori Kisner. The event features a curated collection of artisan items from more than 100 artists in Atlanta and across the country. The is jewelry, home decor, accessories, children's gifts and more. Tickets are $10 in advance and $14 at the door. Seniors are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Children under 12 are free. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 4 and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 5 and Dec. 6. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. 770-559-0293. Shoppeartisan.com.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade. Parade steps off at Peachtree and 16th streets and ends at Peachtree and 5th streets. 10:30 a.m. Dec. 5. Midtown Atlanta. www.choa.org/parade.
Reindog Parade. 11 a.m. Dec. 5. $15-$18 registration per dog; regular admission for humans, $18.95 ($12.95 ages 3-12). Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta. atlantabg.org.
Dad's Garage Pet Parade. 3 p.m. Dec. 5. Free. The parade begins at the theater company's current temporary home, 7 Stages Theatre (1105 Euclid Ave. N.E., Atlanta), and ends at its new home in the Old Fourth Ward (569 Ezzard St. S.E., Atlanta). www.dadsgarage.com.
City of Conyers Hometown Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting. Olde Town Conyers. 4-6 p.m. Dec. 5. Hometown Holiday Parade begins at 4 p.m. at Rockdale County High School, with over 70 floats and entries featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus. Lighting of the county Christmas tree at the Rockdale Auditorium caps the evening. conyersga.com.
Alpharetta Christmas Tree Lighting. Main Street. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. Dec. 5. Activities include free pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a reading of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," snow play area, strolling elves, balloon sculptures, marshmallow roasting, food trucks, Alpharetta's holiday market, holiday crafts, and more. alpharetta.ga.us.
Duluth Tree Lighting. Festival includes live music performances and appearance by Santa. 5 p.m. Dec. 5. Free. Duluth Town Green, 3167 Main St. www.duluthga.net.
Sixth Annual Downtown Fayetteville Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. Gazebo on the square in downtown Fayetteville. Parade starts at 5 p.m. Dec. 5. Tree lighting program begins immediately after parade. fayetteville-ga.gov.
Flowery Branch Christmas Tree Lighting Festival. Downtown Flowery Branch. Noon-6 p.m. Dec. 5. Parade starts at 3 p.m. Music, vendors, photos with Santa. flowerybranchga.org.
City of McDonough Tree Lighting Celebration. 5 p.m. Dec. 5 on the historic McDonough Square. Christmas Parade follows at 6 p.m. www.mainstreetmcdonough.com.
Peachtree City Hometown Holiday. City Hall Plaza. 5 p.m. Dec. 5. Activities include children's holiday crafts, s'mores, live music performances, and visit from Santa Claus. Hometown Holiday will serve as an official Toys for Tots drop-off location. visitpeachtreecity.com.
City of Riverdale's Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration. The Amphitheater at the Riverdale Town Center. 5-8 p.m. Dec. 5. Celebration includes musical performances and activities for children of all ages. riverdaleculture.com.
Tyrone Christmas Tree Lighting. Shamrock Park. Festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 6. Performances by local schools, churches, recreation classes, and businesses. Pictures with Santa Claus, hot chocolate, sleigh rides, tree lighting at 6:35 p.m. tyrone.org.
Union City Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Mayor's Park. 6 p.m. Dec. 7. Featuring live music, singalongs, and pictures with Santa Claus. unioncityga.org.
Fulton County Holiday Crafts and Arts Market. Local vendors, art workshops and performances make up this holiday market that is free and open to the public. Noon-4 p.m. Dec. 12. South Fulton Arts Center, 4645 Butner Road, College Park. 404-612-3087. Fultonarts.org.
