Your Local Holiday Bucket List MAKE MEMORIES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON IN ATLANTA
Atlanta is bursting with festive magic around every corner! The city comes alive with holiday cheer, from sparkling light displays and twinkling streets to cozy markets filled with seasonal treats. Enjoy enchanting nighttime strolls, immersive experiences, and heartwarming moments that capture the spirit of the season. Atlanta offers endless opportunities to make memories, soak in the festive atmosphere, and embrace the wonder and excitement that only this time of year can bring.
festive music, and stalls bursting with handcrafted treasures and seasonal delights. Savor the rich flavors of German treats, sip on warm mulled drinks, and discover unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else. The Christkindl Market invites you to celebrate the season in style, where old-world charm and modern holiday cheer come alive. STONE MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS Nov. 8, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026 StoneMountainPark.com/activities/events Encounter a sparkling holiday adventure at Stone Mountain Christmas, where over 2 million twinkling lights transform the park into a winter wonderland! Marvel at Santa’s Big Flight as he soars overhead, cheer along during the festive Christmas Parade, and feel the magic of the Enchanted Tree Lighting Ceremony. Wander through the Musical Frosted Forest, ride the
Scenic Railroad, and cap the night with the awe-inspiring Christmas Drone & Light Show, a dazzling spectacle of lights, drones, and fireworks that will leave your family enchanted! ILLUMINIGHTS AT THE ZOO! Nov. 21, 2025 – Jan. 18, 2026 ZooAtlanta.org/event/illuminights
This holiday season, the Zoo transforms into a sparkling nighttime escape, featuring brilliantly illuminated wildlife and fantastical creatures, from glowing leopards to a fiery phoenix. Stroll along a mile-long trail of dazzling lanterns, perfect for family memories, date nights, or fun with friends. With new displays and enchanting surprises around every corner, IllumiNights is Atlanta’s ultimate holiday lights experience. Don’t forget to explore the zoo by day for a full adventure!
ATLANTA CHRISTKINDL MARKET Nov. 28 – Dec. 24, 2025 ChristkindlMarket.org/lawrenceville
Step into a winter wonderland at the Atlanta Christkindl Market on Lawrenceville Lawn, where German holiday traditions meet the heart of Atlanta. From Nov. 28 through Dec. 24, Wednesday through Sunday, wander through twinkling lights,
Directions 1. ROAST BEEF WITH CARAMELIZED ONION GRAVY Ingredients • 1 tbsp black peppercorns • 1 tbsp mustard powder • 1 tbsp dried thyme • 1 tsp celery seeds • 1 tbsp olive oil • 4 1/4 lbs topside joint of beef Gravy • 4 tbsp flour • 2 beef stock cubes • 3 tbsp caramelized onion chutney • 2–3 tsp yeast extract With a pestle and mortar, crush peppercorns, mustard powder, thyme, and celery seeds together. 2. 3. Stir in oil, then rub into beef. Preheat oven to 375 F and set seasoned beef in a snug roasting pan. Roast for 1 hour. Remove from the oven, lift onto a platter, and cover with foil to rest 30 minutes. 4. 5. For gravy, pour juices from the pan into a large measuring cup. Let the juices separate, then spoon 2 tbsp of fat back into the pan. Discard remaining fat. 6.
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Top juices in the cup with boiling water to make 3 cups total liquid. Heat pan with fat over medium heat and stir in flour, stock cubes, onion chutney, and yeast extract. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, and gradually add juices/water. Bubble to thicken and serve with the beef.
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