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
!Event dates, venue and other details can change at short notice. Please check all information at the official website before making plans to attend an event.
→ See November events
→ For concerts this week, see Atlanta concerts in December 2024
– Georgia Festival of Trees, November 23 - December 1 2024
Annual holiday festival with decorated trees, live music, craft and gift vendors, children’s activities, food and more. More details
– Disney’s Frozen in Concert, November 30 - December 1 2024
Film screening with live orchestral accompaniment at Atlanta Symphony Hall. More details
– Tree Lighting on the Square, December 5 2024
Holiday tree lighting ceremony and caroling in downtown Decatur. More details
– Lakewood Antiques Market, December 6-8 2024
Big monthly antiques and collectibles market in Cumming. More details
– Bellpoint Gem Show, December 6-8 2024
Rocks and minerals convention at the Gas South Convention Center. More details
– Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Orchestra World Tour with the ASO, December 7-8 2024
Computer game scene screening with live musical accompaniment at Atlanta Symphony Hall. More details
→ For concerts this week, see Atlanta concerts in December 2024
– Bonfire + Marshmallow Roast, December 12 2024
Free holiday event in downtown Decatur. More details
– Anime Weekend Atlanta, December 12-15 2024
The biggest anime convention in the southeastern states, at the Georgia World Congress Center Building C. More details
– Scott Antique Market, December 12-15 2024
Monthly antiques market at the Atlanta Expo Center. More details
– Winterfest, December 13-14 2024
Annual holiday festival in the Virginia-Highland neighborhood, with tour of lights, live music, food trucks, fun run, motor parade, gift marketplace, children’s activities, and more. More details
– Monday Night Brewing Westside 10, December 14 2024
Annual 10-mile and 10K races through Atlanta’s Westside business and residential districts. More details
→ For concerts this week, see Atlanta concerts in December 2024
– Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet, December 19-20 2024
Holiday ballet performance at the Fox Theatre. More details
– Pop-In For Family Fun: Holiday Crafts, December 21 2024
Monthly free family day at the Marietta History Center. More details
→ For concerts this week, see Atlanta concerts in December 2024
– Menorah Lighting, December 29 2024
Annual holiday celebration in downtown Decatur, with music, refreshments and menorah-lighting ceremony. More details
→ For concerts this week, see Atlanta concerts in December 2024
Events this week to be confirmed.
→ See January events