Though the unseasonably warm weather has sadly passed, that good news is that it’s time to get into the holiday spirit. There are several opportunities to catch up with jolly old St. Nick around metro Atlanta this week, December 8-14. Enjoy the Christmas festivities while you keep the little ones active with these fun and affordable activities to keep cabin fever at bay!
Remember to take a snap of you and your crew at an event and use the hashtag #MAMCintheCity to be featured on our Instagram page.
THURSDAY
Light Up Brookhaven at Blackburn Park
December 8
6 to 8 p.m.
Blackburn Park, 3493 Ashford Dunwoody Road
FREE!
Take the whole family to check out the annual “Light Up Brookhaven” holiday event featuring special musical performances, visits with Santa, Christmas & Hanukkah crafts, hot chocolate sale, refreshments and lighting of the city Christmas tree and Hanukkah display. Attendees are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots. Click here more info.
FRIDAY
Baby Stay and Play Group at MJCCA
December 9
10:30 AM
MJCCA Sophie Hirsh Srochi Discovery Center (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)
FREE!
Bring your baby to play with toys in the Sophie Hirsh Srochi Discovery Center. This group is especially for newborns up to 12 months and their caregivers.
For more info contact Jessica Dickson at 678.812.4173.
SATURDAY
Pancakes With Santa
December 10
9:30 AM
North Springs United Methodist Church, 7770 Roswell Rd
Tickets are only $5 per person or $10 per family
Enjoy a family breakfast with Santa at this special event that will feature a holiday craft and story time with Santa! Photo opportunities with Santa will be available. Ticket includes three pancakes, two sausages and a drink. Contact the church office at 770.396.0844 to purchase tickets in advance. For more info, click here.
SUNDAY
Family Concert: Santa’s Favorite Chamber Music
December 11
4:00 PM
Ackerman Hall, Carlos Museum of Emory University, 571 South Kilgo Circle, Atlanta, 30322
FREE!
Introduce your little ones to chamber music during this festive family concert in the intimate space of the Carlos Museum’s Reception Hall. Santa will introduce some of his favorite classical works and give treats to good listeners. Concerts last for approximately one hour. Seating is limited and is first come, first serve.
For more info, click here.
MONDAY
Toddler Time @ Legoland Discovery Center
December 12
10 AM
Legoland Discovery Center, 3500 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
FREE for children 2 and under!
Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday head to Legoland for guided play and story time for your toddlers in the DUPLO® Village. Click here to purchase tickets.
TUESDAY
Family Movie Night at Brookhaven Library
December 13
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Brookhaven Library; 1242 N Druid Hills Rd.. Atlanta, GA 30319.
FREE!
Get in the holiday spirit by watching The Polar Express! The first 5 families will receive a personal copy of the featured book. Snacks will be provided. Open to first 30 participants, so get there early to claim your seat. Click here for more information.
WEDNESDAY
Zoo Atlanta: HomeSchool Academy
December 14
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Zoo Atlanta
Tickets start at $16.95
Homeschoolers will enjoy an afternoon of learning and discovery designed specifically for homeschool students. Topics vary by grade, from “Creature Quarters” for grades K-2 to “Neuroscience” for grades 9-12. Advance registration required. Click here for more info or to register.
