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Peachtree Corners Weekend: Christmas at the Forum, Ice Skating, and Even Snow
Gwinnett Weekends list from Explore Gwinnett includes Christmas-themed events in and around Peachtree Corners.
If you’re in the mood for holiday events, this weekend is for you.
Following Thanksgiving Day, Christmas-themed events abound in and around Peachtree Corners.
Check out these calendar listings, compiled by Explore Gwinnett.
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- November 28
ANNUAL LIGHTING OF THE TREE
GWINNETT HISTORIC COURTHOUSE
Lawrenceville
Bring your family to enjoy this wonderful Gwinnett tradition as we await Santa’s arrival on the grounds of the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse! Enjoy live music, holiday festivities, face painting and Santa visits.
5pm-8:30pm Free 770-822-5450
- November 28-30
SNOW WORLD
LAKE LANIER ISLANDS
Buford
NEW this year! Snow slides, speed slides, skating, carnival rides, fire pits & more! Sunset Cove is now enclosed and will feature a delicious new assortment of dishes, as well as favorite traditions! 19.99-34.99, plus gate fee 770-945-8787 www.snowworldga.com
- November 28-30
NORTHEAST ATLANTA BALLET – THE NUTCRACKER PERFORMING
ARTS CENTER AT GWINNETT CENTER
Duluth
Ballet - Ring in the holidays with the Northeast Atlanta Ballet’s classic rendition of E.T.A. Hoffman’s tale, “The Nutcracker” with music by Gwinnett Symphony Orchestra.
Fri 2pm & 7:30pm, Sat 10am, 2pm & 7:30pm , Sun 2pm & 6pm $15.50-$21.50 770-813-7500
- November 28-30
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Anthony P. Rodriguez is back for his eighth year with his mesmerizing solo performance of the holiday classic. He focuses on the classic art of storytelling, using his voice and mannerisms to bring to life Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Jacob Marley and the remarkable ghosts found in the greatest Christmas story of all time.
Fri 8pm, Sat & Sun 2:30pm $20 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com
- November 28
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
THE FORUM ON PEACHTREE PARKWAY
Norcross
Carriage rides at 1pm near Belk’s and have photos taken with Santa & Mrs. Claus, kids crafts located in the lobby near Spa Sydell 1pm-6pm Free 770-368-8811 www.theforumonpeachtree.com
- November 28
CHRISTMAS PARADE & FIREWORKS
STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
Stone Mountain
4pm-8pm
Free 770-413-0607 www.stonemountainvillage.com
- November 28-30
THE ICE RINK AT SUGAR HILL
BEHIND SUGAR HILL CITY HALL
Sugar Hill
Grab your skates (or you can rent them) and have fun maneuvering around on ice! Skating sessions are 90 minutes, but you can add additional time if you are having too much fun to leave! Hours while school is in session: Fri-Sat 10am=11pm, Sun 2pm-9pm $10-$12, children 2 and under free; skate rentals are an additional $2 770-945-6716 www.facebook.com/CityofSugarHill
- November 28-30
SANTA’S WORKSHOP
THE RECTORY
Norcross
Make plans this holiday season to visit a remarkable, magical dwelling where you will get to peek into the hustle and bustle created by Santa, his Elves, local merchants, artists and artisans.
Fri 11am-8pm, Sat & Sun 1pm-6pm $5-$10 678-421-2049 www.aplacetoimagine.com
- November 28-30
A BIG TOP CHRISTMAS CAROL
- November 28-30
LANIER ISLANDS CHRISTMAS
LAKE LANIER ISLANDS
Buford
Every night starting at 5pm, pack your car full of friends and family and drive through our enchanting Christmas lights show. Enjoy all of your favorite light pieces and don’t miss your chance to visit with Santa, skate with friends, enjoy sweet treats, warm beverages, holiday goodies, marshmallow roasting on the beach and more!
5pm-10pm $30 carload 770-945-8787 www.lakelanierislands.com
- November 28-30
CHRISTMAS CANTEEN
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Our annual living Christmas card and Gwinnett’s longest running theatrical holiday tradition, Christmas Canteen returns for our 19th season. Combined with the awe-inspiring Festival of Trees, it will be a Holly Jolly Christmas and then some.
Fri & Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2:30pm 678-226-6222 $30-$50 www.auroratheatre.com
- November 28-30
SNOW MOUNTAIN
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
Welcome to Atlanta’s official winter wonderland. Here you’ll find a snow-packed mountainside and action-packed excitement. Have a ball on five football fields of frosty joy, including 20 lanes of tubing. Time slots vary, reservation recommended $28.90-53.25, plus $10 vehicle entry fee 770-498-5690 www.snowmountainpark.com
- November 29
DAY WITH SANTA
SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM
Duluth
Your choice of Breakfast, Lunch or the museum’s unique showing of Polar Express. 8:30 breakfast, 12pm lunch, 3:30pm & 6pm Polar Express $16-$20 770-495-0253 ext. 2 www.southeasternrailwaymuseum.org
- November 29
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
VINES MANSION
Loganville
Enjoy a morning with Santa. Breakfast buffet, including a children’s one and crafts for the children. Santa will be here and parents are welcome to take pictures.
8am-12pm $9-$19 770-554-2284 www.facebook/vinesmansion.com
- November 29
CHRISTMAS WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
THE FORUM ON PEACHTREE PARKWAY
Norcross Enjoy Santa and Horse Drawn Carriage Rides as well as other events. 11am-7pm 770-368-8811 www.theforumonpeachtree.com
- November 29
BUFORD COMMUNITY CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING AND ELF TOWN PARK AMPHITHEATER
Buford
Bundle up and join us at the Buford Community Center’s Town Park Amphitheater for the lighting of our Christmas tree, roasting s’mores by the fire, an outdoor movie featuring Elf, and a very special appearance by Santa Claus. 6pm Free 770-945-6762 www.bufordcommunitycenter.com/events/
- November 29
WINTER WONDERLAND RECEPTION
GEORGE PIERCE PARK COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
Suwanee
Get your holiday season off on the right track! Kids of all ages will enjoy the special O-scale model railroad chugging along in the winter setting. All aboard to hear the whistle blow, ring the bell, and enjoy light refreshments and kid’s crafts! 1pm-3pm Free www.gwinnettparks.com
- November 29-30
STONE MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
Christmas comes to life at Crossroads with more than 2 million lights, the Polar Express 4-D movie, live shows and a nightly appearance from the Snow Angel.
2pm-10pm $22-$28, plus $10 vehicle entry 770-498-5690 www.stonemountainpark.com
- November 29-30
12 DATES OF CHRISTMAS
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Mary sees her fiance’ kiss another woman on national TV! Over the next year, Mary is set up, hooked up, strung up, and fed up as she stumbles back into the dating scene!
Sat 8pm, Sun 5pm $20 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com
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