'Tis the Season for Christmas Markets

Highlights

🎄 Season of Celebration: 5+ local holiday markets, one free shuttle to get to them all!

🎅🏽 Holiday Family Fun: Santa Tuck-Ins, breakfasts, and numerous Santa photo opps!

🤩 Are You Not Entertained: Live music, comedy shows, pop-ups and more!

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What To Do This Weekend

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5th

☀️ Sunny | 46° / 22°

  1. Santa at Avalon

    WHEN: goes until Dec. 15th (see link for hours)

    WHERE: Avalon Palmer Plaza

    Join Santa for festive photo ops to cherish for a lifetime! Appointments full but Santa accepts walk-ups, proceeds supporting North Fulton Holiday Toy Drive.

  2. Grinchmas Pop-Up Bar 

    WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 5 from 5pm-11pm (goes until Jan. 5th)

    WHERE: Mercantile Social (Downtown Alpharetta) 

    Grinch’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. Helium Comedy Presents - In the Other Room: Gilmore to Say 

    WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 5 from 8:30pm-11pm

    WHERE: Helium Comedy Club (Alpharetta)

    Podcast co-hosts and besties, Tara and Haley, cordially invite you to wear your feathered boas as they bring their podcast to Haley’s hometown to celebrate their birthdays!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6th

☀️ Sunny | 42° / 24°

  1. Total Fitness

    WHEN: Friday, Dec. 6 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. LIttle Women - The Musical 

    WHEN: Friday, Dec. 6 from 7:30pm-9pm

    WHERE: Act1 Theater (Alpharetta)

    This timeless, captivating story is brought to life in this glorious musical filled with personal discovery, heartache, and everlasting love.

  3. The Purple Madness - Prince Tribute

    WHEN: Friday, Dec. 6 at 7:30pm (doors open 6:30pm)

    WHERE: MadLife Stage & Studios (Woodstock)

    The ultimate celebration of the most widely beloved entertainer and profoundly influential artist of all-time, Prince! Described as a “must see,” get your tickets (from $34) now!

  4. Taffer’s Friday Night Vibes 

    WHEN: Friday, Dec. 6 at 9pm

    WHERE: Taffer’s Tavern (Alpharetta) 

    Taffer’s gets your weekend vibes going every Friday with DJs, drinks, and fun…join the party!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7th

🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 50° / 32°

  1. Season of Celebration - Holiday Hop and Shop

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9:30am-4pm

    WHERE: Park at one of five local pop-ups (list here) and hope on the FREE shuttle 

    Local holiday shopping made easy! Hop on and explore unique shopping and seasonal fun at Alpharetta Christmas Market, Heartfelt Holiday Market, Maker’s Market Artisan Faire, Mistletoe Market Stroll, and Santa Paws Market

  2. Alpharetta Christmas Market

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9am-4pm

    WHERE: Innovation Academy (Downtown Alpharetta)

    Shop for locally crafted gifts for everyone on your list - plus food, holiday decor, and more in our charming downtown!

  3. Bloom Holiday Fest - Christmas Market

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 11am-6pm

    WHERE: Phase Events (Alpharetta)

    Get into the holiday spirit at Bloom Holiday Fest! Where you can shop for unique gifts, enjoy festive treats, and capture special moments with Santa.

  4. Mistletoe Market Stroll

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 12pm-4pm

    WHERE: Market Street (Alpharetta City Center)

    Get into the holiday spirit at the Mistletoe Market Stroll along Market Street!

  5. Maker’s Market Artisan Faire

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 12pm-6pm

    WHERE: Avalon

    Outdoor market gives local makers the chance to reach new customers in their neighborhood. Support some of our best local makers & artists while finding the perfect holiday gift!

  6. Santa Tuck-Ins at The Hotel Avalon

    WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 7:45pm-10:20pm (multiple dates & times)

    WHERE: The Hotel Avalon

    A magical Christmas experience for children as Santa himself gets them all nestled and snug in their beds. Requires guest room reservation and tickets ($100) booked 24 hours in advance. 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8th

☁️ Cloudy | 58° / 47°

  1. Elf’d UP–A Holiday Pop-Up Bar

    WHEN: Runs through Dec. 31

    WHERE: UP on the Roof (Alpharetta)

    An over-the-top holiday pop-up that’s become a beloved Alpharetta winter tradition.

  2. Santa’s Coming to North Point!

    WHEN: Runs November 23 - December 24

    WHERE: North Point Mall

    Santa’s coming to North Point Mall! Bring the family to experience the magic of the holidays.

  3. The Cape Restaurant & Beach Bar - Holiday Pop-Up 

    WHEN: Runs through Dec. 31

    WHERE: Avalon

    Festive cocktails, cozy igloos, and an ideal gathering spot as The Cape transforms into a pink Christmas wonderland.

  4. Bloom’s Disney Trivia Night!

    WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 8 from 5pm-7pm

    WHERE: Lucky’s Burger & Brew (Roswell)

    A perfect opportunity to come together as a family and community while enjoying delicious food and drink at Lucky’s! More than Disney, this event is about building connections.

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