Atlanta Events - December 2025

Atlanta in December offers plenty to do, with the month’s event calendar centering around things to do for the holidays.

You can enjoy one of several holiday lights shows across the city, including some of the biggest and most anticipated such displays in the southeast. Other things to do in Atlanta in December are winter ice skating at seasonal ice rinks, holiday programming at local attractions; Christmas concerts; holiday performances of classics such as the Nutcracker and its variations, plus other festive plays and musicals; or European-style Christmas markets and other holiday shopping.

December events in Atlanta that don’t revolve around the holidays include a full calendar of concerts, comedy shows, plays and other performances, plus winter running races, cultural events, and a handful of winter festivals. Finally, Atlanta usually rounds out the year with New Year’s Eve celebrations and fireworks.

December weather in Atlanta is usually mild, and can sometimes be sunny and warm. Hiking and enjoying nature can be a great December activity in Atlanta on warmer days, as can a visit to a local park or historic cemetery, or sightseeing Downtown. You could also explore Atlanta’s Black history attractions, visit a museum or historic house, see one of the city’s many art museums or spend the day in nearby Marietta or Roswell.

Interested in a specific type of event? See Atlanta’s calendars of upcoming:
– Music festivals
– Comedy shows
– Musicals
– Food festivals
– Beer and wine festivals

See also:
– More things to do in Atlanta
– Atlanta events in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
– The best time of year to visit Atlanta
– Amtrak trains to Atlanta