The Lighting of Avalon returns to Avalon in 2024.
The all-day event takes place on Sunday, November 24, 2024 from 2 to 8 p.m.
This FREE and family-friendly celebration includes the the opening of Avalon’s ice skating rink, the lighting of the 40-foot tree, and the arrival of Santa Claus.
There is festive music and free activities for the whole family.
NOTE: If you’re looking for info on the Noon Years Eve event for kids — it is just below. Tickets go on sale Nov. 21st at 10 a.m.
The Lighting of Avalon is a festive, all-day event. Photo courtesy of Avalon.
Lighting of Avalon
Events take place from 2 to 8 p.m.
2 to 5 p.m.: Activity Row
Take the family for a stroll along Avalon Boulevard for face painting, balloon art, photo booth fun, and more!
2 to 3 p.m.: Skating Performance (followed by open skate till 9 p.m.)
Avalon on Ice kicks off with a magical ice skating performance.
Afterward, the rink opens for public skating — and will be open from 3 to 9 this day.
2 to 5 p.m.: DJ & Holiday Performances
Enjoy a variety of dance and musical performances.
Full schedule here
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Holiday concert by Bogey and the Viceroy
Back again for another year, Bogey and the Viceroy rounds out the evening with a spectacular holiday performance you won’t want to miss!
7 p.m.: Tree Lighting
Help Santa countdown to the lighting of a magnificent 40-foot tree to kick off the holidays.
Celebrate the lighting of Avalon’s 40-foot tree. Photo courtesy of Avalon.
More holiday events at Avalon
Menorah Lighting
The Menorah Lighting at Avalon takes place on Sunday, December 26, 2024 from 5 to 6 p.m.
You are invited to the Boulevard to kick off the first night of Chanukah with a traditional Menorah lighting ceremony. Chabad of North Fulton will help light the menorah and have special goodies for guests!
Photo courtesy of Avalon
Avalon on Ice
Avalon’s ice skating rink is open daily to the public during the holiday season each year.
General admission tickets are $18 per adult and $14 per child under nine, including skates. These are the same prices as last year!
Get hours and more information.
All photos courtesy of Avalon
Noon Years Eve
Saturday, December 31, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Have little ones with early bedtimes? They can celebrate early, ringing in the New Year at noon instead of midnight.
This family-friendly event includes live music, face painting, free snacks, photo opps, crafts, and a countdown to noon — when a giant balloon drop will welcome in the new year!
A kids-only bubbly bar will offer sparking juices to splash and garnish! Mimosas & additional adult beverages along with a food pop-up from Chick-fil-A will also be available for purchase.
NOTE: Tickets go on sale on December 3, 2024 10 a.m. and they always sell out.
Make a calendar note right now, so you don’t miss out. Tickets are $20 per person.
Kids under two are FREE and don’t need a ticket.
More info and tickets here
Noon Years Eve is a fun way for little kids to ring in the new year. Photo: Avalon
All photos courtesy of Avalon
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