ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN

Santaland Diaries and Madeline’s Christmas

David Sedaris’ tale of working as a department store elf over the holidays has become a staple for the season, and it’s back at Horizon eatre Nov. 21 through Dec. 31. Visit horizontheatre.org for tickets.

Lighting of Atlantic Station

e west Midtown development will be hosting all kinds of activities during the holiday months, starting with the Lighting of Atlantic Station on Nov. 22. e family friendly events feature music and entertainment. e gigantic decorated tree will light up the night just a er sunset, and the evening culminates with Santa’s parade and arrival. You can also ice skate on a unique track-style rink, check out Cirque du Soleil’s Amaluna (through Nov. 30), have your photo take with Santa, and enjoy regular “Snow Shows,” where fresh snow falls on visitors at Central Park.