Holiday
Happenings Metro Atlantans celebrate the holiday season by continuing old traditions, decorating public spaces and putting on plays. The EAST COBBER is happy to provide a sampling of those special events to help you get in the holiday spirit.
CHRISTMAS PARADES DECEMBER 7 Children’s Christmas Parade. All are welcome to attend the Atlanta tradition of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade. The parade begins at Peachtree and 16th Street and ends at Peachtree and 5th Street. Watch as Midtown is transformed into Santa Claus Lane with the sights and sounds of the season. With floats, giant helium-filled balloons and marching bands, the Christmas Parade is the largest holiday parade in the Southeast. Parade begins at 10:20am. Free. 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta 770-785-9402 | choa.org/donors-and-volunteers/ foundation-events/childrens-christmas-parade
DECEMBER 7 Reindog Parade. Families and their favorite pooches are welcome to join in the annual parade at the Botanical Gardens. Dress your dog in holiday attire to compete for prizes with celebrity judges or just to show off. Enjoy photos with Botanical Saint Nick and connect with local canine enthusiasts and businesses in the Doggie Expo. 11am-1pm. $15/dog in advanced, $18/dog at the door. General Admission applies to humans. Registration Required. Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta 404-876-5859 | atlantabg.org
DECEMBER 7 Christmas Jubilee Parade of Lights. Join the City of Woodstock for an evening of fun. Before the parade, enjoy food from vendors and a sneak peek of the Elm Street Theater’s upcoming show, A Christmas Carol. Enjoy the parade at 5:30pm, and after stay for the Christmas tree lighting, a visit from Santa, and many more activities! 3:30pm. Parade begins at 5:30pm. 8588 Main Street, Woodstock 770-592-6000 | woodstockga.gov
DECEMBER 7 Kennesaw’s A Day with Santa. Santa’s arrival begins at 2pm with a Main Street parade featuring marching bands, decorated floats, vintage cars, and colorfullycostumed characters. There will be a holiday host of activities including free snow tubing, inflatables and amusements, kids’ crafts, visits with Santa, and much more! There will be a tree lighting in the evening. Food vendors will be on site. 2829 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw 770-422-9714 |www.adaywithsanta.com
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December 2019
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