View over 1 million holiday lights two hours north of Atlanta
If you and your family are up for a drive toward the Georgia-Tennessee border, it may be worth it to see a stunning holiday lights display.
Joy, wonder and magic await at Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights in Lookout Mountain, Georgia.
“Warm your heart during this nighttime, family tradition as you walk through Rock City Gardens’ winter wonderland. Located a quick drive from downtown Chattanooga, this magical Christmas lights experience is one of Chattanooga’s memorable winter events,” the website noted. “Take a stroll down the lighted Grand Corridor in Yule Town, experience the twinkle of icy lights in the Arctic Kingdom, and the Magic Forest comes alive to reveal exciting enchantments!”
This year is the 30th celebration of the Enchanted Garden of Lights holiday tradition. The displays feature five unique trails and more than a million LED lights.
Hours of operation are nightly from 4-10:30 p.m. and until 11:30 p.m. on peak night, until Jan. 4. Tickets are sold online only, and guests are required to reserve their entry time in advance. Pricing varies depending on the night for admission:
- Peak night admission is $35 for adults and $25 for children
- Regular night admission is $31 for adults and $21 for children
“Take a stroll down the lighted Grand Corridor in the North Pole Village, experience the twinkle of icy lights in the Arctic Kingdom, and the Magic Forest comes alive to reveal exciting enchantments,” says the event page.
Our picks this week
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is your No. 1 source for things to do, see, make, buy and eat through the holidays. Here are our recommendations:
LISTEN: What’s on Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens’ holiday playlist?
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VISIT: Full AJC holiday guide for things to do, buy and enjoy
For our full coverage of holiday events around metro Atlanta, check out the AJC’s Things to Do page.
Several dining options allow visitors to delight in the flavors of the season, including apple cider, red and mulled wine and hot cocoa. Other indulgences include light-up cotton candy and made-to-order funnel cake. Make treats a hands-on experience by decorating cookies and gingerbread with Mrs. Claus in the North Pole Lodge.
To get your ticket visit seerockcity.com.
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