EXPERIENCE CHERISHED COMMUITY EVENTS AT ATLANTIC STATION IN NOVEMBER
Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/6/22
The intown destination event lineup features Cirque du Soleil, Skate the Station and more
Remember means colder weather and the arrival of the holiday season, and Atlantic Station has a flurry of events to keep you busy this month. The spectacular, jaw-dropping acrobatic tricks of Cirque du Soleil continue in November under the big top in the Pinnacle Lot. Community favorite holiday events, Skate the Station, Light the Station and Celebration at the Station are back again this year and even bigger than before. Make a difference this month by participating in the National Psoriasis Foundation Walk. Head over to Overtime Elite Arena to watch intensified basketball games amongst the nation’s top amateur players. Check out the In The Cxmmunity event and learn how to help local metro Atlanta students get access to the technology they need. Shop local every weekend at Maker’s Market featuring Atlanta’s most talented creators. November is a special time of year at Atlantic Station to make new memories and traditions with friends and family.
The full November events lineup is outlined below:
National Psoriasis Foundation Walk
Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. – noon
The superb fall weather makes for a perfect day to join the community at the National Psoriasis Foundation Walk to support critical research initiatives. Participating in the family-friendly event helps to raise vital research funds and awareness that has a direct impact on tomorrow’s treatment options. Participants who raise $50 or more will receive an exclusive Team NPF Walk T-shirt. For more information or to register, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/national-psoriasis-foundation-walk/.
In The Cxmmunity – Metro Atlanta Student Activation
Saturday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Cxmmunity strives to create an Atlanta where every student has access to basic technology, school supplies and equitable opportunities to explore their passions within the STEAM fields. The Cxmmunity event provides the opportunity for partners of STEAM-focused companies and organizations to come together and bridge the diversity gap for underserved communities in metro Atlanta. This event is for parents, students, teachers, school faculty/staff, corporate partners and non-profits. The first half of the event is for sixth grade through 12th grade students, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and the second half of the event is for collegiate students, from 3 – 7 p.m. For more information or to select a time slot, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/in-the-cxmmunity/.
Skate the Station
Friday, Nov. 18 through Jan. 16
Get into the holiday spirit at Atlanta’s largest ice-skating rink at Atlantic Station! Skate the Station returns on Nov. 18. Skate rentals are included with each ticket purchase and timed ticketing and other safety protocols will be enforced. Make it a night out on the town by enjoying a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants at Atlantic Station or check off your holiday shopping list at any of the retail shops before skating on the rink. For more information, to purchase tickets or view hours of operation, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/skate-the-station/.
Tiny Doors ATL Book Launch Party & Holiday Shop
Saturday, Nov. 19 from 2 – 9 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what’s behind the Tiny Doors? Be the first to unlock the magic at the debut of the Tiny Doors ATL children’s book! Stop in and meet author and Tiny Doors artist Karen Anderson Singer, purchase your own copy for an autograph from Singer and shop exclusive merchandise. The popular Tiny Holiday Shop will also be open with ornaments, jewelry, and more! Pro tip: arrive early for tiny ornaments, they go quickly! For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/tiny-doors-atl-open-studio-2-2022-11-19/.
Light the Station
Saturday, Nov. 19 from 2 – 9 p.m.
Spend the day at Atlantic Station spreading holiday cheer at Atlantic Station’s annual event, Light the Station! To kick off the holiday season, watch the 50-foot Christmas tree twinkle as it lights up and enjoy live music, holiday crafts for the little ones, a book reading by Tiny Doors founder Karen Anderson Singer, special performances and more. At 7 p.m., get your groove on at the Holiday Disco Parade as it leads to the electrifying tree lighting on Atlantic Green! This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/light-the-station-2/.
Celebration at the Station
Saturday, Nov. 19 through Jan. 3 from 5 – 9 p.m.
Start a new holiday tradition with friends and family and gather around the dazzling tree on Atlantic Green to experience a cheerful celebration that occurs every hour from 5 – 9 p.m.! Feel the magic of the season with a light and snow show that is set to a heart-warming holiday video. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/celebration-at-the-station/.
Cirque du Soleil: KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities
Through Saturday, December 24
The wait is over as the amazing acrobats of Cirque du Soleil make their grand return to Atlantic Station! Experience the fantastical, impossible, colossal, unimaginable world of Cirque du Soleil by stepping into the curio cabinet of an ambitious inventor who defies the laws of time, space and dimension in order to reinvent everything around him. Suddenly, the visible becomes invisible, perspectives are transformed and the world is literally turned upside down. Cirque du Soleil offers regular and group tickets, accessible seating and more. Show times vary. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/cirque-du-soleil-kurios-cabinet-of-curiosities/.
Overtime Elite Games
Throughout November
Dribble on down to the Overtime Elite arena to watch some of the nation’s best basketball players battle in rigorous matchups! Throughout the season there are exciting activities planned, including special performances, celebrity guests, surprise giveaways and more! For the full schedule or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.overtimeelite.com/.
Maker’s Market
Friday, Nov. 11 from 4 – 10 p.m., Friday, Nov. 25 from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sundays from noon – 7 p.m.
Maker’s Market continues in November featuring Atlanta’s most talented creators at the beloved artisan market. Each weekend, guests can shop from an array of local vendors with items for sale, such as art, home decor, jewelry, candles and more. There will be tasty treats, skilled artists and plenty of fun for everyone to experience. This month, Makers Market will be open for two Fridays, including Black Friday, for guests to get a head start on their holiday shopping. Treat yourself to something new or check off your holiday shopping list! Maker’s Market is pending favorable weather conditions and vendors will vary from weekend to weekend. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/makers-market-2/2022.
