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Stone Mountain Christmas: Save up to 35% on tickets, for yourself or for gifts

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Stone Mountain Christmas is open -- get up to $15 OFF tickets with these discounts, listed below! Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to wander through a magical wonderland of winter lights? 'Tis the season for Stone Mountain Christmas … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain Christmas: Save up to 35% on tickets, for yourself or for gifts

Walk Through Bethlehem: a free, interactive live nativity experience in Gwinnett County

Come to Simpsonwood Park in Peachtree Corners for an extraordinary stroll through this recreation of a Bethlehem village and live nativity scene -- featuring live animals and actors who capture the atmosphere of biblical times. See our photo … [Read more...] about Walk Through Bethlehem: a free, interactive live nativity experience in Gwinnett County

Decatur Glassblowing: Free open house event and demonstrations

Decatur Glassblowing will host a series of Open House events again in 2024. The events have free admission, but there will be items for sale. Event details for each event are just below! Decatur Glassblowing is located at:250 Freeman St.Decatur, … [Read more...] about Decatur Glassblowing: Free open house event and demonstrations

Save 70% on tickets to Holiday in the Park, at Six Flags Over Georgia

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It’s the 10th Anniversary of Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia! During this seasonal event, the amusement park is transformed into a festive wonderland of twinkling lights, spectacular shows, holiday-themed foods, and -- of course -- … [Read more...] about Save 70% on tickets to Holiday in the Park, at Six Flags Over Georgia

Georgia Aquarium: The NEW Aqua Pass gives you unlimited visits through 2025, for the price of one admission

The Georgia Aquarium has just announced the NEW Aqua Pass, which is a redo of the offer formerly known as the Resident Pass. This is one of the best deals available for those who like to visit the Aquarium more than once a year. The Aqua Pass … [Read more...] about Georgia Aquarium: The NEW Aqua Pass gives you unlimited visits through 2025, for the price of one admission

High Museum of Art: Free admission for Second Sundays this weekend

NEW: The High has added another monthly FREE admission day, on third Wednesdays -- details below! The High Museum of Art is one of Atlanta's most popular attractions. It has more than 15,000 works of art in its permanent collection, and … [Read more...] about High Museum of Art: Free admission for Second Sundays this weekend

The best places to see holiday lights in metro Atlanta — including many FREE spectacular displays!

Best holiday lights near me, where to see christmas lights for free Atlantans love their holiday lights! Whether you're looking for an immersive experience with an admission fee or just a leisurely drive through a really lit neighborhood, … [Read more...] about The best places to see holiday lights in metro Atlanta — including many FREE spectacular displays!

Atlanta CityPASS: Be a tourist in your own town or give the gift of sightseeing

This page contains affiliate links, and we may get a commission when you make a purchase. The Atlanta CityPASS is a bundled deal that lets you experience 5 must-see attractions, handpicked and packaged together at a 42% savings, as compared to … [Read more...] about Atlanta CityPASS: Be a tourist in your own town or give the gift of sightseeing

College Football Hall of Fame: Free entry for students + BOGO membership offer

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The National College Football Hall of Fame - ticket discounts and FREE admission days The College Football Hall of Fame includes must-see interactive exhibits with content personalized to over 770 teams, historical artifacts, a three-story … [Read more...] about College Football Hall of Fame: Free entry for students + BOGO membership offer

Snellville Community Church hosts a live nativity scene on Christmas Eve, on the front lawn, all are invited

Snellville Community Church will host a live nativity scene on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event takes place on the front lawn of the church. The scene will bring the story of Christmas to life with actors and live … [Read more...] about Snellville Community Church hosts a live nativity scene on Christmas Eve, on the front lawn, all are invited

4 museums with FREE admission for for Bank of America cardholders this weekend

  That credit or debit card in your wallet just might gain you FREE admission to popular Atlanta-area attractions once a month, through the Museums On Us program. The qualifying cards include credit and debit cards from Bank of America … [Read more...] about 4 museums with FREE admission for for Bank of America cardholders this weekend

Fernbank Science Center: See a planetarium show for just $6!

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Always free! Visit the Fernbank Science Center and view the night sky at the Observatory. There's never an entrance fee, although you'll pay a few bucks to see a planetarium show. Looking for a free or cheap activity for a date or family … [Read more...] about Fernbank Science Center: See a planetarium show for just $6!

“Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden — Save with Value Night pricing this week

The Atlanta Botanical Garden is once again presenting Garden Lights, Holiday Nights for the 2024 holiday season. Garden Lights, Holiday Nights runs nightly from November 12  through January 14, 2023 -- and this includes Thanksgiving, … [Read more...] about “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden — Save with Value Night pricing this week

Drive-thru “Lights of Life” holiday display in Marietta is just $10 per car, running thru Dec. 31st

Lights of Life is one of the most affordable holiday lights displays around metro Atlanta. The 1.5 mile drive around the Life University campus in Marietta features more than one million lights, arranged to create charming vignettes. The Lights of … [Read more...] about Drive-thru “Lights of Life” holiday display in Marietta is just $10 per car, running thru Dec. 31st

Georgia Aquarium: Get FREE admission on your birthday! (and other special offers)

The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta: admission deals & ticket discounts. Did you know GA residents get FREE admission on their birthdays? Details below! The Georgia Aquarium is a popular destination. It opened to the public in November of … [Read more...] about Georgia Aquarium: Get FREE admission on your birthday! (and other special offers)

Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular and Snow Island winter fun park

The winter attractions at Lanier Islands are back for the 2024-2025 holiday season! The drive-through light show from years past has been replaced with a walk-through light display known as Lakeside Lights Spectacular.   And if you … [Read more...] about Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular and Snow Island winter fun park

NEW Cosmic Sleighride drive-thru holiday light show at Six Flags White Water

World of Illumination, the producer of the world's largest animated light show, is unveiling a new holiday drive-thru experience in 2024. Enchanted Safari will take place at Six Flags White Water. The show runs from November 15 thru December 29, … [Read more...] about NEW Cosmic Sleighride drive-thru holiday light show at Six Flags White Water

Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: Go on a Value Night and save!

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Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for the season on November 18, 2024. It runs through January 4, 2025. Fantasy in Lights features over seven miles of lights in … [Read more...] about Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: Go on a Value Night and save!

The November Super Moon: Where & when to view it in the Atlanta skies

On Friday, November 15th, the full moon will shine brightly in the Atlanta skies. It will be a Super Moon, which is perfect for amateur sky-gazers to enjoy -- because you can't miss it. This is the fourth and final super moon of 2024. To your eyes, … [Read more...] about The November Super Moon: Where & when to view it in the Atlanta skies

Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this Weekend

  Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Gwinnett County is open for tours on most weekends. Come for a visit, and pet and feed Creekwater Farm's 50 alpacas. According to the farm's website, tour groups are limited to around 10 people and happen at … [Read more...] about Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this Weekend

The Carlos Museum hosts a FREE Sunday FUNday for families this weekend

Michael C. Carlos Museum: free admission days and ticket discounts The Michael C. Carlos Museum has the largest collection of ancient art and artifacts in the Southeast -- including objects from ancient Greece, Egypt, Rome, Africa, and the … [Read more...] about The Carlos Museum hosts a FREE Sunday FUNday for families this weekend

Spooky adventures await: Visit these haunted houses in Metro Atlanta (if you dare!)

As Halloween approaches, Metro Atlanta becomes a playground for those seeking spine-tingling thrills and eerie adventures. From legendary haunted houses to ghostly tours, the city offers a variety of attractions that promise to deliver heart-pounding … [Read more...] about Spooky adventures await: Visit these haunted houses in Metro Atlanta (if you dare!)

Get 40% OFF tickets to Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival Glow-by-Night attraction

  Light shows aren't just for Christmas anymore! The 2024 Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park has a theme of Play by Day, Glow by Night and it is amazing! See the section below for all the available discounts on this attraction. The … [Read more...] about Get 40% OFF tickets to Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival Glow-by-Night attraction

13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to enjoy this fall

UPDATED for 2024! Ready for some fall fun?  Check out this list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, petting zoos, jumping pillows, and spooky Halloween-themed attractions. These are all destinations and day trips to farms within a … [Read more...] about 13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to enjoy this fall

“Victorian Funeral” exhibit at the Root House in Roswell, with flashlight tours on Friday nights

The Victorian Funeral exhibit is on display at the William Root House, in Marietta, from October 1st through November 2, 2024.  During this time, the rooms inside the Root House will be decorated as they would have been after a Root family … [Read more...] about “Victorian Funeral” exhibit at the Root House in Roswell, with flashlight tours on Friday nights

The Georgia GetOutPass is on sale — experience 365 days of fun for under $50

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The Georgia GetOutPass is an app-based discount program that give you access to multiple attractions and venues for a one-time annual fee. It's the perfect way to explore activities around and outside Atlanta, and it makes a great gift. It's also … [Read more...] about The Georgia GetOutPass is on sale — experience 365 days of fun for under $50

Great Wolf Lodge — SAVE BIG on day passes and overnight stays at the LaGrange location

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If you’d like to make your kids very happy, you could take them to Great Wolf Lodge, which features an indoor water park, with comfortably heated water. An offer from Groupon lets you choose overnight accommodations from a number of different types … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge — SAVE BIG on day passes and overnight stays at the LaGrange location

Tucker Cruise-In is a FREE monthly car show on 2nd Saturdays

  Tucker Cruise In is a meet-and-greet car show that takes place monthly on the second Saturday of the month, from April through October. The event takes place along Main Street in Tucker. You'll find  a wide variety of cars, including … [Read more...] about Tucker Cruise-In is a FREE monthly car show on 2nd Saturdays

Repticon returns this month with FREE admission for teachers, military, first responders

Repticon returns to the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville two days: Saturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 20th, 2024. During Repticon, you can see many types of reptiles up close, during live animal encounters. Some exhibitors may … [Read more...] about Repticon returns this month with FREE admission for teachers, military, first responders

FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on first Sundays at Town Center at Cobb

The monthly Caffeine & Octane car show is back for 2024. The huge car show event is FREE to attend, either as an exhibitor or spectator. NOTE that there is a new location. Caffeine and Octane will take place at Town Center at Cobb , in the … [Read more...] about FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on first Sundays at Town Center at Cobb

Buford Corn Maze & Scream Zone open for the season!

Have some fall fun at Buford Corn Maze -- including the Haunted Forest and Pumpkin Patch! The Buford Corn Maze is under new ownership in 2024!It's now being run by the same family that operates Dahlonega Butterfly Farm. The Buford Corn Maze was … [Read more...] about Buford Corn Maze & Scream Zone open for the season!

North Georgia State Fair: Free admission days & discounts

The North Georgia State Fair returns to Marietta in the fall of 2024! It opens on Thursday, September 19th and runs through Sunday, September 29th. The 2024 Fair promises to be bigger and better than ever -- with live music, petting barns, flower … [Read more...] about North Georgia State Fair: Free admission days & discounts

Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum: FREE admission + film festival for President Carter’s 100th birthday this Saturday

Former President Jimmy Carter turns 100 on October 1, 2024 -- making him oldest living former U.S. president and the longest-lived president in U.S. history! To commemorate the life and achievements of this great humanitarian, the Carter … [Read more...] about Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum: FREE admission + film festival for President Carter’s 100th birthday this Saturday

Get 30% OFF tickets to “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” for a limited time

For a limited time, save 30% on Van Gogh tickets -- details below! Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is here in Atlanta once again! You may be looking for indoor activities during this current heat wave, so here's a splurge alert for your … [Read more...] about Get 30% OFF tickets to “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” for a limited time

Oakland Cemetery’s popular Halloween tour tickets are still available!

A rare chance to visit Oakland Cemetery after dusk, in these Halloween tours (tickets on sale now, but will sell out quickly!)  The Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours are an annual tradition in Atlanta. And while they take … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery’s popular Halloween tour tickets are still available!

Stone Mountain Park: LAST CALL to get an Attractions Pass for HALF PRICE

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Get half-off Attractions Passes, PLUS a FREE Pre-K pass for little kids. Details below! Stone Mountain is never a cheap proposition for families. Whenever there are ways to save on parking or all-attractions passes, we'll let you know … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain Park: LAST CALL to get an Attractions Pass for HALF PRICE

LAST CALL: See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday

Breaking news! Stone Mountain Park is bringing back the classic version of the Lasershow that you remember from the '80s and '90s! It will run for four nights only, over Labor Day weekend, plus one more Saturday night. The dates are listed … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday

The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend

2015 Dragon Con Parade (photo: 123RF)   Dragon Con is back for 2024! The five-day convention and parade have been an annual Labor Day Weekend tradition in Atlanta since 1987 (including that awful summer of 2020, when it was reinvented as a … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend

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