10 Holiday Events to Attend in Alpharetta
Tis the season!! Get out of the house and spend time with family and friends at some of the best events in the Alpharetta area. Our friends at Awesome Alpharetta have compiled lists of all holiday events held in the area until 2021, and we are here to support. We have pulled some of the best family friendly / date night options for you and the family to enjoy. Reserve your spots with the links provided, and tell them Phase Family Center sent ya.
Sawnee Ballet Nutcracker Movie and Show
The Legacy Theater at Phase
Dec. 16thand 17th
An event for the whole family! With two shows Friday the 16th and two shows Saturday the 17th, the Sawnee Ballet Co. has creatively prepared a COVID friendly Nutcracker experience. The entire family can enjoy the traditional performance of The Nutcracker, at a private table, professionally filmed and streamed on a 30ft LED wall. The movie, is also accompanied by live dancers from the Sawnee Ballet Company. Online ticket sales are closed, however you can purchase tickets at the door night of. All are welcome.
Christmas Market
North Point Mall
Dec. 18th– 20th11:00am – 6:00pm
Located on the lower level of North Point Mall, shop unique gifts from local artisans and crafters. No tickets required.
Avalon on Ice
The Avalon
Reoccurring Event until January 18th
The Rockefeller – inspired ice skating rink is an annual community favorite. General admission is $18 / person, and children 9 years and younger can skate for $14 10:00am – 10:00pm. Visit www.experienceavalon.com for more information.
VIP Food & Wine Experience
Publix Aprons Cooking School
December 18th 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Call up the babysitter, and spend an evening with your partner or best friends learning more about the Wine Rating System. Taste two whites and two reds, each paired with a chef inspired dish, as the staff discuss the importance of seeking out 90 point + rated wines. Additional registration available for a two course dinner following the tasting.
Snow in Downtown Alpharetta
Village Green by Alpharetta City Hall
First three Fridays in December. 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Bring the family downtown and enjoy the snow flurries brought to the village green. The snow flurries is accompanied by life-sized nutcrackers and additional winter décor.
Live Radio Play : “It’s a Wonderful Life”
Act1 Theater
Fridays and Saturdays 8pm Sundays at 2:00pm
From a 1940s radio broadcast to an onstage ensemble, Act1 Theater brings a Christmas Classic to life surrounding a thrilling story about idealistic character, George Bailey.
Shows Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm, and Sundays at 2:00pm.
Family Painting “Crazy Reindeer”
Painting With a Twist
Dec. 19th 1:30pm – 3:00pm
This class is not just for kids, it’s a full family affair. Spend your Saturday afternoon getting creative with the little ones, painting with inspiration from the “Crazy Reindeer”. Call 470.294.0051 to reserve your group’s spot.
Breakfast with Santa at Oak Steakhouse
The Avalon – Oak Steakhouse
December 20 9:00am – 10:00am
Not only can you spend breakfast with Santa Clause and his elves, all proceeds from this event go towards Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Join the cause for $30 per child, and $40 per adult.
Big & Little Chef: Christmas Cookies
Publix Aprons Cooking School
Dec. 20 9:00am – 10:00am
Dec. 21 6:00pm -7:00pm
Dec. 23 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Dec. 24 2:00pm – 3:00pm
With a menu of mint chocolate crinkle cookies, jolly rancher stained glass cookies, pumpkin whoopie pies, and more, you can learn how to bake some of the best holiday treats with your family at home. Santa approved recipes.
Winter Northern Lights – Sip and Paint
Painting With a Twist
Jan 2 4:00 – 6:00pm
Step into the new year, with a sip and paint date night. Bring your spouse, bring your friends, and enjoy an evening getting creative on the canvas. Call to schedule your group reservation at 470.294.0051.
