10 things to do in Atlanta this Thanksgiving weekend
Access Atlanta Staff
‘Tis the season to savor every moment, Atlanta! From pre-turkey day festivities to Thanksgiving and a weekend brimming with events, our city is alive with reasons to be thankful.
Check out an array of weekend activities, including festive markets, family-friendly festivals, and more, below. Happy holidays!
Atlanta Indie Bookshop Crawl
Bookworms, unite! Dive into literary bliss at the Atlanta Indie Bookshop Crawl. Snag your passport at atlantaindiebookshopcrawl.com, explore charming bookstores till Nov. 26, and collect 5 stamps for a 20% off treat!
Location: Multiple locations; Date: Nov. 17 - 26; Time: Various hours; Admission: Free; Website: atlantaindiebookshopcrawl.com
Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon, 5K, Mile and Dash
Run wild in Atlanta’s Thanksgiving Day extravaganza! Join thousands for a thrilling Half Marathon, 5K, Mile, and Dash while soaking in the city’s energy.
Location: Georgia State University’s Center Parc Stadium - 755 Hank Aaron Dr SE; Date: Thursday, Nov. 23; Time: 7:30 a.m.; Admission: $25+; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
Black Friday: Shop With Santa!
Dive into deals, snag FREE pics with Santa, soak in the festive atmosphere, groove to DJ beats, and more at Atlantic Station’s Black Friday event.
Location: Atlantic Station - 1380 Atlantic Dr NW; Date: Friday, Nov. 24; Time: Noon to 7 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: atlanticstation.com
Asian Night Market
Skip the early morning Black Friday craziness and join the late-night crowd on Nov. 24 from 6 to 11 p.m. Dive into Atlanta’s AAPI magic at Pullman Yards with a vibrant night market, art, crafts, food, and culture galore! Free fun for all ages.
Location: Pullman Yards - 225 Rogers St NE; Date: Friday, Nov. 24; Time: 6 - 11 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
Luxurious Hot Chocolate Pop-up
Elevate your hot chocolate game at Brassica’s decadent pop-up. Craft your dream cup with lavish toppings or savor seasonal specialties. Cheers to festive treats!
Location: Brassica at the Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead - 3376 Peachtree Rd NE; Date: Nov. 24, Dec. 8 and Dec. 15; Time: 2-4 p.m.; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
Holiday Bricktacular
Dive into holiday joy at LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta’s Bricktacular event! Build festive LEGO creations, meet LEGO Santa and Gingerbread Man, decorate cookies, and discover a winter wonderland in MINILAND.
Location: LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta - 3500 Peachtree Rd NE Suite G-1; Date: Nov. 24 - Dec. 24; Admission: $22.99; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
Après-Ski Event Series
Swap Parisian vibes for ski chic, and hit the slopes at Après-Ski. Groove to DJ beats, sip-themed drinks, shop local with ATL Girl Gang, snap pics with stylish Santa (noon to 4 p.m.), and dive into seasonal delights.
Location: Buckhead Village District - 3035 Peachtree Rd; Date: Saturday, Nov. 25; Time: Noon to 7 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
Light Up Trilith
Join the festive extravaganza at Light Up Trilith on Saturday! Marvel at the dazzling tree lighting, indulge in campfire s’mores, food truck delights, and capture memories in a Christmas-themed VW bus. Enjoy workshops, live jazz, a curated marketplace, pet pics with Santa, and a heartwarming “Pajama Drive.”
Location: Town at Trilith - 305 Trilith Pkwy, Fayetteville, GA 30214; Date: Saturday, Nov. 25; Time: 2 - 7 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
Soirée for Small Business
This Small Business Saturday, shop, sip festive drinks, groove to live music, snap pics with holiday characters, and more at The Works!
Location: The Works ATL - 1295 Chattahoochee Ave NW; Date: Saturday, Nov. 25; Time: 6 - 9 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints
Wrap up your holiday weekend in style at the Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints game!
Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium - 1 AMB Dr NW; Date: Sunday, Nov. 26; Time: 1 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: events.accessatlanta.com
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