5 of the best things you can do in Atlanta this weekend

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, you’ve come to the right place.

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Here’s a list of the five best things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend:

Paint pottery and drink pints

Do you love craft beer and handmade ceramics? Then head over to Eventide Brewing on Friday for a holiday hang with Grit Ceramic Studio!

Grit will be there from 4-9 p.m. with their handmade pottery, ready for you to paint. You can choose from various pieces; prices range from $10-$40 and will be available for pick up 4-6 weeks after the event.

Location: East Atlanta - 1015 Grant St SE; Time: 4-9 p.m.; Date: Friday, Dec. 16; Admission: $10-$40;Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Attend a Sugarplum Art Ball

If you’re looking for a way to celebrate the holidays and support the local art scene, we’ve got just the event for you.

The Bakery’s Sugarplum Art Ball features art installations, projections, festive activities, and more. Ball gowns, funky sweaters, and wearable art are encouraged! Come hungry — there will be tacos and more from DMT Taqueria.

Location: Downtown - 92 Peachtree St; Time: 8 p.m. til midnight; Date: Friday, Dec. 16; Admission: $12; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Celebrate Las Posadas with Alma Mexicana

If you’re looking for a fun cultural experience this weekend, head to the Children’s Museum of Atlanta!

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The museum will host Alma Mexicana Danza Folklórica at the CMA Stage on Saturday. This event will feature traditional Mexican dances, but it’s not just the dancing that makes it so special — it’s to teach guests about traditional Posadas.

Location: Downtown - 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW; Time: 11 a.m.; Date: Saturday, Dec. 17; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Laugh your tail off at the Wait Wait Stand-Up Tour

If you’re a fan of Wait Wait... Don’t Tell Me — then you know how funny the panelists are. And now’s your chance to enjoy a full night of their unfiltered stand-up comedy.

Your host is veteran stand-up and Wait Wait regular Alonzo Bodden. Maz Jobrani, Maeve Higgins, and Helen Hong are joining him in Atlanta!

Location: Downtown - 152 Luckie St NW; Time: 7 p.m.; Date: Saturday, Dec. 17; Admission: $37+; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Get spirited at an ugly sweater crawl

Get ready to jingle bell rock with your tackiest Christmas sweater because the second annual Roswell Ugly Sweater Crawl is happening this Saturday.

This bar crawl is a chance for you to get decked out and enjoy discounted drinks, themed drink specials at participating bars, and DJs playing holiday music at multiple stops. The after-party takes place at Rock N Taco.

Location: Roswell - 66 Norcross St, Roswell, GA 30075; Time: 2-9 p.m.; Date: Saturday, Dec. 17; Admission: $25; Website: events.accessatlanta.com