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SUMMERHILL DECEMBER EVENTS SPREAD HOLIDAY CHEER

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 12/9/23

Georgia Avenue Offers an Exciting Month Full of Specials, Giveaways and Holiday Fun

‘Tis the season to be jolly, and Summerhill has many things planned during December that bring the neighborhood together in a special way. From Halfway Crooks’ Boevenmarkt to Wood’s Chapel Winterfest, Summerhill captures what the holidays are all about: community.

  • Halfway Crooks invites guests to its Boevenmarkt every Friday through Sunday until Dec. 23. The Boevenmarkt is a holiday market featuring over 50 unique local artists, and shoppers also can enjoy food and various drinks such as beer and hot chocolate. There will be live music on Dec. 9 and 17 as well as movies on Friday evenings. A kid-focused day on Dec. 10 boasts cookie and ornament workshops along with a children’s holiday jam. The Boevenmarkt will take place in the Biergarten.
  • Junior’s Pizza’s pizza of the month for December is “Big Trouble in Little China” and is available in regular, vegetarian or vegan. This year’s special gives guests the option of sweet Thai chili or orange chicken instead of sesame chicken. Starting Wednesday, Dec. 13, the pizzeria will host Drag Bingo twice a month, on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Drag Bingo runs 7- 9 p.m., is free to play and kid-friendly.
  • Little Bear is celebrating the season with two events. Sunday, Dec. 24 marks the return of Little Bear’s Jewish Chinese Christmas Eve. The event starts at 5 p.m. and features a four-course prix fixe menu and a holiday booze pack that includes a cocktail, two wine glasses and a nightcap. Tickets can be purchased online. On Sunday, Dec. 31, the restaurant hosts its Fancy Ass Baller Welcome to 2024 NYE Prix Fixe Bonanza. The event starts at 6 p.m. and includes a four-course prix fixe menu and holiday booze pack. Tickets can be purchased online.
  • Little Tart is now offering cookie boxes just in time for the holidays. These are available for pick-up and shipping leading up to Christmas. Cookie boxes can be pre-ordered online.
  • Press Shop has a full schedule of events in December:
  • Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8-10 p.m. – 2nd annual Champagne + Oysters with shucked oysters and a lineup of incredible Champagnes and sparkling wines
  • Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 7-9 p.m. – Book Club with “So Late in the Day” by Claire Keegan
  • Thursday, Dec. 14 from 6-8 p.m. – Glad & Young studio pop-up with customizable leather goods, custom calligraphy and free bubbles
  • Dec. 13-15 – Gift Wrapping
  • Story time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
  • Golden Hour Tastings every Friday from 6-7 p.m. and Saturday from 4-7 p.m.
  • Wood’s Chapel BBQ’s courtyard will be decked out in holiday décor for Winterfest. The grand event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 6- 8 p.m. and will highlight an array of entertainment from the Maynard Jackson High School Choir and Glee Club to the Neighborhood Ballet. There also will be a gingerbread house decorating contest, an ugly sweater contest, a tree lighting ceremony and giveaways. The gingerbread house decorating contest entry fee is $20, and the entry form is online. The restaurant also is offering Christmas catering including whole smoked turkeys, maple-glazed ham, sides, desserts and more. Orders must be placed online by Dec. 15 for pickup on Saturday, Dec. 23. Wood’s Chapel BBQ gift cards are perfect for even the pickiest on Santa’s list. All $100 gift cards purchased by Jan. 1, 2024 receive a $20 bonus. 

MAKE THE HEART OF ATLANTA YOUR HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/10/23

Celebrate the Season With Timeless Traditions at Atlantic Station, Including Skate the Station, 
Light the Station, the Grand Menorah Lighting and More!

Atlantic Station invites you to enjoy the most magical time of the year in the Heart of Atlanta. With twinkling lights and merry festivities, the 30363 community offers timeless traditions and one-of-a-kind holiday experiences to help guests capture the magic of the season and fill their hearts with warmth and joy. From imaginative performances with Cirque du Soleil “ECHO” and festive celebrations with Light the Station to holiday shopping opportunities with Black Friday and family fun with Skate the Station, Atlantic Station is an enchanted home for the holidays.

 
“As a community, we are honored to create magical experiences for friends and family during this special time of year,” said Starr Cumming, Retail Director of Hines. “We hope our immersive lineup of holiday events help our guests take in the joy of the season and create meaningful memories they will cherish for a lifetime.”

Kick off the holiday season with the return of the fantastical, colossal and unimaginable world of Cirque du Soleil through Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. Featuring poetry, stagecraft and daring acrobatics, Cirque du Soleil “ECHO” explores a story about evolution and the symbiotic unions that our future depends on. Ticket prices and times vary. Visit here to learn more and purchase tickets now. Before or after the show, lace up your skates and spend a night under the stars at Atlanta’s largest outdoor skating rink. Skate the Station, running Friday, Nov. 17 through Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, returns with a Skate Snack Shop and warming zones. Featuring an exciting lineup of theme nights, including Superhero Night (Nov. 19), Pink Night (Nov.28), Cosplayers on Ice Presented by MomoCon (Dec. 2 and Jan. 6, 2024), Atlanta Falcons Night (Dec. 9), Kids Night (Dec. 18), Ugly Sweater Night (Dec. 23) and First Responders Night (Dec. 30), Skate the Station promises a joyful time for all. General Admission tickets ($17) and Season Passes ($90) must be purchased online in advance. Skate the Station hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visit here for holiday hours, additional information and to purchase tickets.
 
And the holiday fun doesn’t stop there. Visit Atlantic Station for one of the biggest events of the season, Light the Station, on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.! This annual event transports guests into a holiday spectacular with the lighting of the 50-foot Christmas tree in the center of the Atlantic Green. Partake in the free festivities leading up to the epic lighting with a live set from DJ Chika Takai, a Winter Wonderland Parade with merry characters, performances by the Atlanta Drum Academy and the Abominable Marching Band and much more. For additional details and a schedule of events for Light the Station, visit here. Return to the merry mixed-use destination on Sunday, Nov. 19, to kick off Celebrate the Station, an interactive experience with a festive video featuring music, holiday lights, swirls of snow and a Christmas tree show. During the holiday season, check out this fantastical display at the top of every hour from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. through Sunday, Dec. 31.
 
Then, join Chabad Intown on Wednesday, Dec. 13, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to celebrate Hanukkah with the Grand Menorah Lighting. Family and friends are invited to enjoy holiday-themed activities on the Atlantic Green with traditional food and beverage offerings, live music, giveaways and more. A candle will be lit each night following the Grand Menorah Lighting to represent the eight nights of Hanukkah. This celebration is RSVP only. Visit here to learn more and secure your spot.
 
In addition to the merry lineup of events, Atlantic Station has you covered for unbeatable holiday shopping experiences. The Black Friday Event on Friday, Nov. 24, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. features exclusive holiday shopping deals paired with energetic tunes from DJ Chika Takai, free photos with Santa beside the Christmas tree, a Kilwins hot chocolate bar and a holiday cocktail bar, a “Letters to Santa” station, complimentary gift wrapping for gifts purchased from an Atlantic Station retailer and a special gift redeemable at the Concierge when you spend $100 or more. Visit here to learn more about this free event. For the unique items on your list, shop from Atlanta’s most talented artisans every Saturday (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sunday (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) in December at the Creator’s Market. For last minute gifts, be sure to stop by the special Christmas Eve Creator’s Market on Sunday, Dec. 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit here to learn more.
 
“Atlantic Station enthusiastically celebrates the joy the holiday season brings with experiences that we hope will put guests in a festive mood for months to come,” said Cumming. For additional details and tickets for the merry happenings at Atlantic Station, click here.

LIVE! AT THE BATTERY ANNOUNCES OCTOBER, NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2023 EVENTS LINEUP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/26/23

Football Watch Parties, Live NFC Fight Event, Heroes and Villains Halloween Party, NYE Live! Hollywood Nights & More

 Live! at The Battery – the entertainment destination located in the heart of The Battery Atlanta – announces its events lineup for October, November and December 2023, plus ongoing happenings like Freedom Friday and Silent Disco Saturday.

  • College Football & Professional Football Game Watch Parties – The thrills of football are back on the field and available to watch at all the venues right inside Live! at the Battery Atlanta with the ultimate football experience! From one of the biggest screens in the Southeast inside Sports and Social Atlanta to VIP booth experiences and Bull Riding inside of PBR, the liveliest atmosphere in all of Atlanta starts here. Fans can enjoy a huge selection of game day food like shareable nachos and mouth-watering burgers while enjoying Coors Light Bucket specials! 
  • Heroes & Villains – A Live! Halloween Party (Friday., Oct. 27, 8pm-2am) – Things are getting spooky at Live! this October with a Heroes & Villains themed Halloween party! Guests are invited to don their best costumes for a night of exhilarating suspense, where forces of good clash with the shadows of evil in an epic showdown of fun. Featuring great music, craft cocktails and memorable photo opps – this is a can’t-miss event. Tickets will be available here. 
  • Wizards & Wands (Saturday, Nov. 18, 8pm-1am) – This Fall, Live! At the Battery is conjuring up a magical experience full of wonder and sorcery with fan favorite witches and wizards. Potterheads are invited to don their finest robes representing their house or favorite character and be immersed in spellbinding ambiance, complete with flickering candles and mystical marvels. Tickets are available here. 
  • NFC Fight Night (Friday, Dec. 8, 7pm-midnight) – Live! at the Battery is hosting their second National Fighting Championship (NFC) event this winter. The adrenaline-filled night will feature live professional and amateur MMA and Muay Thai fights. Fight attendees will have the chance to be a part of the non-stop action during 12+ Fights in the NFC cage at one of the most exciting and new environments for watching live fights. Plus, there will be fan-favorite drinks and an official after party next door at PBR. The event will be 18 and up with certain areas being 21 and up. Tickets are available here.
  • Tinsel Tavern (Nov., 30 through Dec., 23, excluding select dates) – Live! at The Battery will once again be home to popular holiday pop-up bar Tinsel Tavern throughout the merriest time of year. Featuring an explosion of tinsel and twinkling lights, holiday-inspired cocktails and small bites, photo moments, themed nights and more, the whimsical experience is a can’t-miss holiday spot. More details to come.
  • NYE Live! Hollywood Nights (Sunday, Dec. 31, 8pm-2am) – Live! at the Battery is rolling out the red carpet and flashing lights for New Year’s Eve! Guests can be the star of the party with exclusive access to all the venues during this Hollywood Nights-themed event. Ticket packages include entertainment with live music, unforgettable photo-op moments and a midnight champagne toast featuring the Times Square Ball Drop on a 32-ft LED screen! Call up the glam squad and prepare for a night of glitz and glam to ring in the New Year. Tickets will be available here later this month.

A one-of-a-kind place to catch sports, dine in style, sip cold beer and craft cocktails, play games and do a bit of bull riding and line dancing, Live! at The Battery plays host to some of Atlanta’s most fun food and drink events. Ongoing happenings include:

  • Freedom Friday, which welcomes military personnel, vets, first responders and public service members to skip the line, get free cover (credentials required) and enjoy drink specials every first Friday of the month.
  • Silent Saturday, inviting guests to grab a pair of headphones and get in the groove with beats from local DJs.