ATHENS HOLIDAY & WINTER EVENTS

Head to Athens, Georgia this holiday season!

Athens, Georgia, has quietly become a perfect holiday getaway. No football, no students, no problem! December in Athens brings with it a full calendar of wonderful holiday events and things to do to celebrate the season, from traditional favorites like

The Nutcracker,
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, and
Ice skating

to only-in-Athens opportunities to tour stately Antebellum mansions along Sorority Row or stroll through the stunning State Botanical Garden of Georgia conservatory, all decorated for the season. While you're here, don't miss out on holiday open houses and artist markets that showcase Athens' amazing creative community.

We've put together some amazing Athens holiday itinerary ideas for you.

Check out more Athens, GA Holiday Events!

9/22

Handmade Harvest Fall Festival 2018 Handmade Harvest Fall Festival 2018 Handmade Harvest Fall Festival 2018

Indie South returns to Terrapin! Join them for a fun outdoor market on the lawn featuring live music, activities, fun photo booth and 50+ of the best vintage…

Indie South returns to Terrapin! Join them for a fun outdoor market on the lawn featuring live music, activities, fun…

Indie South returns to Terrapin! Join them for a fun outdoor market on the lawn featuring live music, activities, fun photo booth and 50+ of the best vintage…

10/9

Pumpkin Hunt Pumpkin Hunt Pumpkin Hunt

Eggs aren’t the only thing worth hunting. Come out to Lay Park for the first ever pumpkin hunt. Participants will hunt pumpkins, complete crafts and decorate…

Eggs aren’t the only thing worth hunting. Come out to Lay Park for the first ever pumpkin hunt. Participants will hunt…

Eggs aren’t the only thing worth hunting. Come out to Lay Park for the first ever pumpkin hunt. Participants will hunt pumpkins, complete crafts and decorate…

10/14

Boo-le-Bark on the Boulevard Boo-le-Bark on the Boulevard Boo-le-Bark on the Boulevard

Halloween goes to the dogs in Athens when 125 registered dogs and their handlers plus friends, families, and local personalities wind through the Historic…

Halloween goes to the dogs in Athens when 125 registered dogs and their handlers plus friends, families, and local…

Halloween goes to the dogs in Athens when 125 registered dogs and their handlers plus friends, families, and local personalities wind through the Historic…

10/18 - 10/21

Classic City Fringe Festival Classic City Fringe Festival Classic City Fringe Festival

The Classic City Fringe Festival is an event spanning several days and several venues throughout downtown Athens, celebrating the amazing variety of fringe…

The Classic City Fringe Festival is an event spanning several days and several venues throughout downtown Athens,…

The Classic City Fringe Festival is an event spanning several days and several venues throughout downtown Athens, celebrating the amazing variety of fringe…

10/20

Hop Harvest 2018 Hop Harvest 2018 Hop Harvest 2018

If you had a blast at thier Anniversary Carnival (or missed out on the fun) get Hop Harvest on your calendar! Terrapin will be doing the same style of festival…

If you had a blast at thier Anniversary Carnival (or missed out on the fun) get Hop Harvest on your calendar! Terrapin…

If you had a blast at thier Anniversary Carnival (or missed out on the fun) get Hop Harvest on your calendar! Terrapin will be doing the same style of festival…

11/1 - 2/1

Athens on Ice: Public Ice Skating at Akins… Athens on Ice: Public Ice Skating at Akins… Athens on Ice: Public Ice Skating at Akins…

Athens on Ice is fun for the entire family! For each skate rental, the Foundation receives a $1 donation, so bring your family and friends to experience the…

Athens on Ice is fun for the entire family! For each skate rental, the Foundation receives a $1 donation, so bring your…

Athens on Ice is fun for the entire family! For each skate rental, the Foundation receives a $1 donation, so bring your family and friends to experience the…

12/6

Downtown Parade of Lights Downtown Parade of Lights Downtown Parade of Lights

Kick off the holiday season in Athens-Clarke County with this special event in Downtown Athens The parade begins on the corner of Dougherty and Pulaski Streets…

Kick off the holiday season in Athens-Clarke County with this special event in Downtown Athens The parade begins on the…

Kick off the holiday season in Athens-Clarke County with this special event in Downtown Athens The parade begins on the corner of Dougherty and Pulaski Streets…

12/8

Breakfast with Santa Breakfast with Santa Breakfast with Santa

He's coming to town! Come and enjoy a special visit with Santa! Attendees will enjoy a full delicious breakfast buffet, a special visit and performance from…

He's coming to town! Come and enjoy a special visit with Santa! Attendees will enjoy a full delicious breakfast buffet,…

He's coming to town! Come and enjoy a special visit with Santa! Attendees will enjoy a full delicious breakfast buffet, a special visit and performance from…

1/21

MLK Day Parade and Festival MLK Day Parade and Festival MLK Day Parade and Festival

Martin Luther King Jr. stated, “We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” This event is designed to celebrate justice and…

Martin Luther King Jr. stated, “We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” This event is…

Martin Luther King Jr. stated, “We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” This event is designed to celebrate justice and…

4/6

Bunny Brunch Bunny Brunch Bunny Brunch

Hop into Spring with the Easter Bunny and a delicious brunch buffet! Children will enjoy a photo with the Easter bunny, Easter egg hunt (with wonderful prizes),…

Hop into Spring with the Easter Bunny and a delicious brunch buffet! Children will enjoy a photo with the Easter bunny,…

Hop into Spring with the Easter Bunny and a delicious brunch buffet! Children will enjoy a photo with the Easter bunny, Easter egg hunt (with wonderful prizes),…

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