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    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,
    • Breakfast with Santa, and 
    • Ice skating on an indoor, NHL regulation-sized rink

    ​to only-in-Athens opportunities like 

    While you're here, don't miss out on holiday open houses and artist markets that showcase Athens' amazing creative community. There are so many amazing options for shopping local for one-of-a-kind gifts!

    And, don't forget to plan ahead for the ultimate New Year's Eve celebration; Athens throws the best New Year's Eve party in Georgia!

    We've put together some amazing Athens holiday itinerary ideas and things to do in Athens this December, just for you.

    Check out more Athens, GA Holiday Events!
    5/4
    May The Fourth at Southern Brewing May The Fourth at Southern Brewing May The Fourth at Southern Brewing

    May The Fourth Be With Y'all! We've got Secret Record Swap from 12-6, Live music by Hyper Space at 7:00, a special Saturday Movies On Tap featuring "A New Hope"…

    May The Fourth Be With Y'all! We've got Secret Record Swap from 12-6, Live music by Hyper Space at 7:00, a special…

    May The Fourth Be With Y'all! We've got Secret Record Swap from 12-6, Live music by Hyper Space at 7:00, a special Saturday Movies On Tap featuring "A New Hope"…

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    5/5
    Cinco De Mayo at Southern Brewing Cinco De Mayo at Southern Brewing Cinco De Mayo at Southern Brewing

    Celebrate Cinco De Mayo at Southern Brewing! We'll have specialty beers including: Prickly Pear 7AM, Margarita Gose, Stout of the Border, and more! Freddy's…

    Celebrate Cinco De Mayo at Southern Brewing! We'll have specialty beers including: Prickly Pear 7AM, Margarita Gose,…

    Celebrate Cinco De Mayo at Southern Brewing! We'll have specialty beers including: Prickly Pear 7AM, Margarita Gose, Stout of the Border, and more! Freddy's…

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    6/29
    Star Spangled Classic Fireworks… Star Spangled Classic Fireworks… Star Spangled Classic Fireworks…

    The Star Spangled Classic Fireworks Celebration will be back downtown this year! The fireworks display Is planned for Saturday, July 29th. Spend the afternoon…

    The Star Spangled Classic Fireworks Celebration will be back downtown this year! The fireworks display Is planned for…

    The Star Spangled Classic Fireworks Celebration will be back downtown this year! The fireworks display Is planned for Saturday, July 29th. Spend the afternoon…

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    7/6
    Classic City American Music Festival Classic City American Music Festival Classic City American Music Festival

    The Classic City American Music Festival celebrates the best of American music as we pause to celebrate our country. An ALL AGES family friendly event –…

    The Classic City American Music Festival celebrates the best of American music as we pause to celebrate our country. An…

    The Classic City American Music Festival celebrates the best of American music as we pause to celebrate our country. An ALL AGES family friendly event –…

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    10/25 - 10/26
    Wild Rumpus Halloween Parade Wild Rumpus Halloween Parade Wild Rumpus Halloween Parade

    The vision of The Wild Rumpus is to provide an organized avenue for the massive array of Athens creativity which manifests with such awesome power every…

    The vision of The Wild Rumpus is to provide an organized avenue for the massive array of Athens creativity which…

    The vision of The Wild Rumpus is to provide an organized avenue for the massive array of Athens creativity which manifests with such awesome power every…

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    Plan your holiday visit to Athens!

     

    Holiday Festivities in Athens, GA The holiday season in Athens, GA is a festive time with endless opportunities for celebration. Now is the perfect time to plan your holiday getaway to the Classic City!  More
    Athens, GA Holiday Itinerary Planning a holiday weekend getaway trip to Athens, GA? Whether you are a foodie, shopper, ice skater, or lover of all things holiday-related, Athens has you covered!  More
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    Deals & Packages!

     

    Mother's Day at 5 & 10 Celebrate Mother’s Day with 5&10’s seasonal brunch menu on Sunday, May 12 from 10:30am – 2:00pm. A few highlights from Chef Telly’s brunch menu include Rosti with stained buttermilk, trout roe, dill; Monte Cristo with soft scrambled eggs, strawberry preserves, sourdough French toast and shaved ham; Pea meal Bacon Benedict with cornmeal fried Canadian bacon, arugula, radish, poached eggs, hollandaise; Chicken Salad Croissant with tarragon, grape, toasted almond and arugula; Humming Bird Bread Pudding with cream cheese mousse; and much more. 5&10 is located at 1073 S. Milledge Avenue, Athens. Mother’s Day reservations can be made online at https://www.fiveandten.com/visit or by calling (706)-546-7300. More

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