Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Dec. 20-22, 2024

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ATLANTA - Looking for festive fun in metro Atlanta this holiday season? From Dec. 20-22, the city is buzzing with events to suit every taste. Whether you’re in the mood for live music, holiday theater productions, festive bar crawls, or unique shopping experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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EVENTS

Adult Ugly Sweater Night
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: Lego Discovery Center, Phipps Plaza, 3500 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta
What: Wear your best ugly Christmas sweater and participate in Lego-themed challenges for Lego prizes. Build a LEGO ornament and compete in a holiday-themed building competition.
Cost: $19.99
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Holiday Twisted Drag Bingo
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: Schoolhouse Brewing, 840 Franklin Court, Marietta
What: Hosted by Brent Star, this night includes drag sass, laughs, and fabulous B-I-N-G-O, paired with delicious brews. Seats are limited.
Cost: Free admission
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SantaCon Bar Crawl
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 21
Where: Little 5 Points, Atlanta
What: Celebrate Make Music Day with a Santa-themed bar crawl starting at The Vortex. The Seed & Feed Abominable Marching Band leads the festivities. Bring a musical instrument if you like!
Cost: Free admission
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MUSIC

Brenda Moorer
When: 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: The Camp at The Works, 1295 Chattahoochee Ave., Atlanta
What: Jazz vocalist Brenda Moorer showcases her dynamic catalog, spanning all music genres.
Cost: Free admission
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Hot Licks & Rhetoric
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: MadLife Stage & Studios, 8722 Main Street, Woodstock
What: A 9-piece Atlanta-based Steely Dan tribute band led by guitarist Kai Vaughn and singer Shreeps.
Cost: $29.50
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The Life and Music of the Legendary Nancy Wilson
When: Dec. 20-21
Where: The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta
What: Celebrate the legacy of three-time Grammy winner Nancy Wilson.
Cost: $49
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Gate City Brass
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: Waller's Coffee Shop, 240 DeKalb Industrial Way, Decatur
What: Annual Christmas concert featuring traditional carols and original holiday arrangements by Gate City Brass.
Cost: Free admission
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XMas Extravaganza with Ryan Horne, Nathan Angelo, Micah Dalton & Jonathan Rich
When: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: Eddie's Attic, 515 N. McDonough Street, Decatur
What: A holiday tradition featuring Christmas songs and original works by talented local artists.
Cost: $39.50 plus
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$1.07 Band
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: Smith's Olde Bar, Atlanta
What: The Birmingham-based band performs a mix of favorites.
Cost: $15
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Haunted Holiday Luau
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: The Star Bar, 437 Moreland Ave. NE, Atlanta
What: Featuring performances by The Beat Creeps, The Tomb Tones, Los Ojos Muertos, and El Capitan & the Reluctant Sadists.
Cost: $20
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Teddy Swims
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: Tabernacle Atlanta, Atlanta
What: Teddy Swims' Kegsmas 2024 show.
Cost: Starting at $112
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Lighthouse Christmas Concert
When: 4 p.m. Dec. 21
Where: Good News Atlanta Church, 11000 Rogers Circle, Duluth
What: The Lighthouse Junior Choir performs joyful holiday music. Reservations requested.
Cost: Free admission
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Black Nativity: A Gospel Christmas Musical Experience
When: Dec. 12-22
Where: Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Drive NW, Atlanta
What: Langston Hughes' beloved gospel song-play comes alive with vibrant performances.
Cost: $37 to $79 plus
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Atlanta Gay Men's Chorus Holiday Concert
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 20; 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 21
Where: The Cathedral of St. Philip, 2744 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta
What: The 44th annual Holiday Concert features holiday classics and a live jazz combo.
Cost: $35 to $75 plus
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Atlanta Freedom Bands
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 21
Where: The Church at Ponce & Highland, 1085 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta
What: "To Kids from One to 92" concert features fun and joyful music for all ages.
Cost: $10-$20
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Christmas on Clairemont
When: 6 p.m. Dec. 22
Where: First Baptist Church of Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave., Decatur
What: A holiday showcase with choral ensembles, dancers, and more.
Cost: Free admission
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ART/THEATER

Frozen: The Musical
When: Dec. 13-29
Where: Byers Theatre, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs
What: City Springs Theatre Company presents this Disney classic, based on the film. Some performances are sold out.
Cost: $55-$155
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A Year with Frog and Toad
When: Dec. 6-29 (showtimes vary)
Where: Synchronicity Theatre, 1545 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta
What: A rollicking musical for the entire family, based on the award-winning books by Arnold Lobel.
Cost: $30 adults, $15 children
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Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!)
When: Dec. 7-22 (7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday)
Where: Stage Door Theatre, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody
What: A mashup of holiday classics like A Christmas Carol, It’s a Wonderful Life, and more, with a comedic twist.
Cost: $28 plus
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A Christmas Carol?
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20
Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell
What: A unique take on A Christmas Carol, blending comedy and theater, presented by Destination Theatre.
Cost: Check website for details
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The Holiday Puckin' Fuppet Show
When: 10 p.m. Dec. 21
Where: Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring Street NW, Atlanta
What: Atlanta’s competitive puppet slam with audience-voted cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Cost: $15-$20
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COMEDY

85 South Show Live
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 21
Where: Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta
What: A live show by comedians DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller, and Chico Bean, known for their YouTube success and hilarious storytelling.
Cost: Starting at $35.85
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HOLIDAY SHOPPING

10th Annual Procrastinator's Pop-Up
When: 11 a.m. Dec. 21
Where: Pine Lake Beach House, 4850 Lakeshore Drive, Pine Lake
What: A curated selection of art and gifts, including pottery, jewelry, candles, wood art, and sweet treats from local artists.
Cost: Free admission
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Winter Solstice Market
When: 12 p.m. Dec. 21
Where: East Atlanta Village Farmers Market, 572 Stokeswood Ave. SE, Atlanta
What: Local vendors offer handmade goods, vintage items, arts, crafts, and more. Includes a DIY craft zone for kids, along with food and drinks.
Cost: Free admission
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NEXT WEEK

Customer Appreciation Holiday Evening at Johnny's Hideaway
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 23
Where: Johnny's Hideaway, 3771 Roswell Road NE, Atlanta
What: An evening benefiting the Tongue Tie Center of Atlanta. Includes a $10 cover charge with two complimentary cocktails.
Cost: $10
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Movie Night at Painted Horse Winery
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 23
Where: Painted Horse Winery, 13762 Hopewell Road, Milton
What: Outdoor screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Enjoy fire pits, tower heaters, mulled wine, and hot chocolate. Bring blankets!
Cost: $15 adults, $10 children
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Hanukkah Family Fun Day
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 25
Where: MJCAA Zaban Park, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody
What: Celebrate Hanukkah with bounce houses, basketball, crafts, a menorah lighting, and screenings of Full-Court Miracle. Includes a Smile Bags community project.
Cost: Free admission
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