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What To Do This Weekend

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19th

ā˜€ļø Sunny | 57Ā° / 39Ā°

  1. Santa at Avalon

    WHEN: Tuesday-Thursday from 12pm-7pm (check link for full schedule)

    WHERE: Avalon

    Experience the magic and make memories that will last a lifetime! Book an appointment; walk-ups if time allows.

  2. Snooze After Dark Holiday Event

    WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 19 from 6:30-8pm

    WHERE: Snooze AM Eatery (Alpharetta)

    Get ready to flip your Holiday upside down with breakfast for dinner at our After Dark Holiday Event to raise money for Giving Kitchen.

  3. Art of Elements Gallery Exhibit

    WHEN: Through Jan. 25 from 8:30am-4:30pm 

    WHERE: Alpharetta Arts Center

    This exhibition explores inspiration from the four elementsā€“earth, air, fire, and water. From earthy ceramics to ethereal paintings to kinetic sculptures.

  4. Elfā€™d UP ā€“ A Holiday Pop-Up Bar

    WHEN: Runs through Dec. 31

    WHERE: UP on the Roof (Alpharetta)

    An over-the-top holiday pop-up thatā€™s become a beloved Alpharetta winter tradition.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20th

ā˜€ļø Sunny | 51Ā° / 32Ā°

  1. Total Fitness

    WHEN: Friday, Dec. 20 from 9:30am-10:30am

    WHERE: Wills Park Recreation Center

    Free, fun, and interactive - this step class includes light exercise that gets your heart pumping and the endorphins flowing as you move into the weekend.

  2. Grinchmas Pop-Up Bar 

    WHEN: Goes through Jan. 5th

    WHERE: Mercantile Social (Downtown Alpharetta) 

    Grinchā€™s lair is a pop-up bar filled with festive cheer and Who-ville cocktails. Even the grumpiest heart grows 3 sizes when surrounded by holiday joy!

  3. Hot Flash - Ultimate 80s

    WHEN: Friday, Dec. 20 at 8pm 

    WHERE: Roaring Social

    Hot Flash is the Ultimate 80s New Wave and Alternative Rock Tribute, scientifically formulated to get you up on the dance floor. $10 cover charge after 7pm

  4. Life & Music of the Legendary Nancy Wilson

    WHEN: Friday, Dec. 20 at 7:30pm (also Sat. showtime) 

    WHERE: The Velvet Note 

    This is the jazz event of the season, and The Velvet Note looks forward to having you here! 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21st

šŸŒ¤ļø Partly Cloudy | 46Ā° / 28Ā°

  1. Santa in Pajamas at Play Street Museum

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 21 from 9am-10am

    WHERE: Play Street Museum (Alpharetta)

    Bring your camera and get ready to take pictures, enjoy crafts, playtime, and a visit with Santa! Each child receives a special gift and cookies from Santa at the end of the event.

  2. Avalon on Ice 

    WHEN: Goes through Jan. 20 (see link for schedule)

    WHERE: Avalon

    Bring your family, lace up the skates, and take part in this beloved winter tradition.

  3. Fermented - Saturday Wine Tasting

    WHEN: Every Saturday at 3pm, 5pm, & 7pm 

    WHERE: Fermented (Alpharetta) 

    Explore five naturally crafted wines at this local, family owned wine boutique!

  4. Whimsical Wonders: Playful Creations in Art

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 21 from 5:30pm-7:30pm

    WHERE: The Scene Art Gallery

    Join The Scene for an experience filled with Georgia artists, live music, gourmet delights, and free wine - part of the Monthly Spotlight Show. 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22nd

ā˜€ļø Sunny | 45Ā° / 28Ā°

  1. Christmas Celebration Experience

    WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 22 at 9am, 11am, 5pm 

    WHERE: North Point Community Church

    Gather your friends & family for one of three Christmas Celebration services! The 60-minute service includes holiday music and a Christmas message from Andy Stanley.

  2. Encore Performance of Vince Guaraldiā€™s Charlie Brown Christmas

    WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 22 at 6pm and 8pm 

    WHERE: The Velvet Note

    You and your family will be delighted as pianist William Green leads an all-star cast of singers and instrumentalists through the music of this iconic holiday album of popular jazz music!

  3. Little Women, The Musical (last night!) 

    WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 22 at 2pm 

    WHERE: ACT1 Theater 

    Bring the whole family for a Sunday matinee - last chance to see this timeless, captivating story brought to life with glorious music.

  4. Cosmic Christmas at Painting With a Twist

    WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 22 from 6pm-8pm

    WHERE: Painting With a Twist (Alpharetta) 

    Paint, sip, and unwind. Make your very own all-natural scented candle (makes a perfect gift) before painting. Tickets $40

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