Holiday Celebrations
Tucker Return to
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fter eighteen months of cancelled and virtual events due to COVID, the city of Tucker and its residents are welcoming back annual holiday traditions – and introducing some new ones. Many offerings have returned in-person, but organizers in some cases are limiting capacity and asking attendees to observe recommended COVID safety protocol, including masking. Check with event organizers to make sure of requirements before attending.
Saturday, December 4, 6:00 p.m.
Holiday on Main Street Saturday, December 4, 8:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Pancake Breakfast with Santa
First Christian Church of Atlanta • 4532 Lavista Road, Tucker Free Donate canned or boxed non-perishable food or personal care items, and enjoy a FREE pancake breakfast with Santa! Proceeds to benefit NETWorks Cooperative Ministry – helping to combat food insecurity in our community. Bring your camera for a photo with Santa! Saturday, December 4, 4:00 p.m.
Deck the Halls with Music: A Chorale II Holiday Concert
First Baptist Church of Tucker • 5073 Lavista Road, Tucker Free A celebration of holiday music, presented by Chorale II under the direction of Peggy Ray. For more information, call 770.938.1688.
Main Street, Tucker Free Kick off the holidays with the lighting of The Main Street Christmas Tree and The Great Menorah. Restaurants will have specials and decorations to get everyone in the holiday spirit. For more information, visit Holiday on Main Street on Facebook or call Jamey 404.556.7666. Sunday, December 5, 2021, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Winter Holiday Bazaar
Alif Institute • 3288 Marjan Drive, Atlanta Alif’s Annual Winter Holiday Bazaar and Artisan Market will be the perfect place to support local artists and small business owners, enjoy the company of community while browsing unique handmade and homemade items, and savor some delicious treats! Santa will make an appearance from Noon until 2:00 p.m. and DJ ZeeZee will keep everyone entertained. For more information, alifinstitute.org/12-5-winter-holidaybazaar-artisan-market or email info@alifinstitute.org.
Saturday, December 4, 5:00 and 7:30 p.m.
Tucker Community Singers Winter Concert
First Christian Church of Atlanta • 4532 Lavista Road, Tucker Free The singers welcome the holidays with a program of holiday tunes as well as selections from popular musicals, including “Dear Theodosia” from “Hamilton;” “I Dreamed a Dream” from “Les Miserables;” and “Dancing Queen” from “Mamma Mia.” Three guest musicians from the DeKalb Symphony Orchestra will accompany the singers. No reservations are required but following COVID recommendations, attendance will be limited to 100 audience members per show. Masks are required for all non-vaccinated attendees.
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Saturday, December 11, 1:00 p.m.
Smoke Rise Academy of the Arts Holiday Showcase
Smoke Rise Baptist Church (Fellowship Hall) • 5901 Hugh Howell Road, Tucker Free (no tickets or registration) The Fifth Annual Holiday Showcase will include choreography from academy dance students of all ages, from pre-school to adult; scenes from elementary and high school drama productions; and instrumental performances by students and faculty. Concessions will be available for purchase; proceeds will support drama student participation at the Junior Theatre Festival. Masks are required for attendance. For more information, visit smokerisebaptist.org/arts/ or call 770.469.5856.
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