ATLANTA: January 2018
Christmas at Stone Mountain
January 2 - 3, 2018
19 miles east
Stone Mountain Christmas has 2 million lights, holiday shows, a snow-angel palace, a nightly parade with Santa, and snowfall at Stone Mountain Park. Nearby Snow Mountain has tube rides.Christmas at Lake Lanier
January 2 - 3, 2018 (5 to 10 p.m.)
43 miles NE
Drive past colorful displays on Magical Nights of Lights to reach Holiday Village, where you can shop, snack, visit Santa, and take carnival rides at Lake Lanier Islands Resort.Christmas lights - Callaway Gardens
January 2 - 6, 2018
82 miles SE
Fantasy in Lights is a giant holiday light and sound show, with eight million lights, 15 scenes, a Christmas village, and Santa Claus at Callaway Gardens. Special events are held Nov. 11 to 13, and Dec. 31. Reserve breakfast and dinner shows.
Holiday lights - Botanical Garden
January 2 - 7, 2018
2.5 miles NE
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights features high-tech light displays, illuminated attractions, model trains, and restaurants at the 30-acre Atlanta Botanical Garden.Holidays around the world
January 2 - 7, 2018
4 miles NE
Winter Wonderland celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah, and other holidays with twinkling lights and trees hung with ornaments and cultural objects at Fernbank Museum of Natural History.Attractions
January 2 - Feb. 28, 2018
multiple locations
These discount prices include all taxes and fees.- Aquarium + CNN + Coca-Cola + museum + zoo
- Planetarium Show at Fernbank Science CenterDiscount tickets 2 for $7. CLOSED Jan. 1 & 2
- The King Center (CLOSED Jan, 1)
Sleeping Beauty ballet
January 7, 2018 (3 p.m.)
1 mile north
The State Ballet of Russia performs the classic story of Sleeping Beauty, sparkling costumes and whimsical sets at Fox Theatre.
Humorous “Silence of the Lambs”
January 7 - 21, 2018
7.6 miles NE
Silence! The Musical is a raunchy over-the-top spoof with outrageous songs and rapid-fire one-liners at OnStage Atlanta in Decatur.
Shakespeare comedy
January 7 - 28, 2018
0.6 miles north
A fast, funny, and wild play by William Shakespeare, The Comedy of Errors features slapstick comedy about mistaken identity at Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse.
Free children’s museum
January 9, 2018
0.5 miles NW
Enjoy free admission from 1 to 6 p.m. on the Second Tuesday of the month at The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Their web page tells how to register.Cocktail hour
January 11, 2018 (5:30 to 8 p.m.)
0 miles
Enjoy cocktails, a silent auction, entertainment, drinks, and restaurant tastes at the Culinary Futures Event at the Ritz-Carlton to support students.Comedy
January 11 - 14, 2018
18.6 miles NE
Reginald Ballard of The Bernie Mac Show performs stand-up comedy for age 21+ at Atlanta Comedy Theater in Norcross, which has a two drink minimum.
MLK Day in Decatur
January 12, 2018 (11:30 a.m.)
6.5 miles east
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration includes a guest speaker at 1300 Commerce Drive in Decatur. Free.MLK Day in McDonough
January 13 & 15, 2018
32 miles SE
The MLK Celebration in McDonough has three events.- Jan. 13 (10 a.m.) - prayer breakfast
- Jan. 15 (10 a.m.) - parade/peace march
- Jan. 15 (11 a.m.) - celebration with a speaker
Western show
January 13 - 20, 2018
150 miles east
Augusta Futurity has horseback competitions, music, dancing, arts and crafts, and vendors of western clothing and riding equipment at James Brown Arena in Augusta. The last day includes a “family fun fest.”Hockey
January 13 & 28, 2018
26 miles NE
Watch the Atlanta Gladiators play a home game at Infinite Energy Center in Duluth.
MLK Day parades
January 15, 2018
three locations
- 10 a.m. - McDonough (Henry County)
- 10:30 a.m. - Fayetteville (Fayetteville County)
- 11 a.m. - Lawrenceville (Gwinnett County) [sound] has a ceremony at 11 a.m. and a parade at noon.
MLK Day march & rally
January 15, 2018
0.2 miles north
Martin Luther King, Jr., March and Rally assembles at 1:15 p.m. at Peachtree Street and Baker Street, and the march begins at 1:45 p.m. Free.MLK Day for kids
January 15, 2018
0.4 miles NW
The Children’s Museum of Atlanta has special events (music, stories, and performances). Admission cost.MLK museum day
January 15, 2018
2 to 6 miles north
Admission is free at the Atlanta History Center and the Margaret Mitchell House (where Gone with the Wind was written) in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.MLK run/walk
January 15, 2018
2.3 miles north
Drummers line the course of the MLK Day 5K Drum Run, which is preceded by music and dancing and followed by a party at Piedmont Park.MLK Day in Marietta
January 15, 2018 (10 a.m.)
17.2 miles NW
The Cobb branch of the NAACP present A tribute to the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with dance interpretations, dramatic readings, and musical performances at Turner Chapel A.M.E. [They have not yet posted a 2018 web page.] Free.Martin Luther King play
January 15, 2018
18 miles NE
Martin Luther King Jr. meets Malcolm X to debate the future of the civil rights movement in the fictional drama The Meeting at Mark Squared Studios in Tucker.
Free national park day
January 15, 2018
19 miles north
Enjoy Free Entrance Days in the National Parks, including Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.Fayetteville celebration
January 15, 2018
19.2 miles south
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Parade & Program has a breakfast for sale at 9 to 10 a.m., a parade at 10:30 a.m., and an indoor program at 11:30 a.m.Boat Show
January 18 - 21, 2018
0.5 miles west
See hundreds of new boats, marine gear, and accessories at the Atlanta Boat Show at Georgia World Congress Center.Slapstick comedy
January 19 - Feb. 4, 2018
18.6 miles NW
Dearly Beloved is about the silly shenanigans of a Texas family trying to cope when the bride runs off on her wedding day, at Marietta’s New Theatre in the Square.
Wine party
January 20, 2018
1.8 miles NE
Atlanta Winter Wine Fest offers 50 wines to taste with live music, a DJ, and food for sale at City Winery for age 21+. Repeats in April and August.Cask ale festival
January 20, 2018 (2:30 to 6 p.m.)
2.2 miles NW
Sample 50 cask-conditioned ales from U.S. and U.K. craft brewers at the Atlanta Cask Ale Tasting at 5 Seasons Westside Restaurant and Brewery.Train show
January 20, 2018
26.4 miles NE
The Atlanta Model Train Show features large working model train layouts and 300 vendors at Infinite Energy Center in Duluth.Indoor arts festival
January 20 - 21, 2018 (preview Jan. 19)
4 miles NE
Callanwolde Arts Festival features 86 fine artists, demonstrations, live acoustic music, and gourmet food trucks at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center.Fake wedding
January 21, 2018 (5 p.m.)
36 miles SW
Attend an emotional wedding ceremony, have a drink and appetizers (included), and dance at a reception while you check out wedding vendors in action at The Big Fake Wedding Atlanta at Foxhall Resort & Sporting Club in Douglasville. No gift required!MLK event at Morehouse
January 24, 2018 (5:30 p.m.)
2.4 miles SW
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Lecture and Conversation Series Program is a panel discussion in the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center at Morehouse College. Free.Jewish film festival
January 24 - Feb. 15, 2018
Atlanta locations
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival shows films from around the world that explore themes of Jewish life, culture, and history. Vote for your favorites and see guest filmmakers, actors, authors, and academics. Films that sell out may be repeated on the last day.Antiques show
January 25 - 27, 2018
7 miles north
Shop from dozens of dealers of period furniture, jewelry, art, and accessories at Cathedral Antiques Show at the Cathedral of Saint Philip. The tour of homes is Jan. 28, 2018.Rock legends concert
January 26 - 27, 2018 (8 p.m.)
11 miles NW
Million Dollar Quartet recreates the night Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Carl Perkins played together at Sun Records, with 21 rock hits performed live at The Legacy Theatre in Tyrone.
Camping & RV Show
January 26 - 28, 2018
11 miles south
Meet RV dealers and manufacturers, and see the latest models of motor homes, fifth wheels, campers, and travel trailers at the Atlanta Camping & RV Show at Atlanta Exposition Center South.Battle of the Bands
January 27, 2018
1 mile SW
Watch the eight best marching bands from colleges that are historically black competing in the Battle of the Bands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.Mardi Gras Ball
January 27, 2018 (doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m.)
1.7 miles south
Atlanta Mardi Gras Ball is a dress-up dance party “with live entertainment, food, drinks, and vendors” at the Ivy Center. You are allowed to bring your own bottle.Winter beer festival
January 27, 2018 (1 to 5 p.m.)
2.9 miles north
Sample 150 beers, hear live music, and play games at Atlanta Winter Beer Fest at Atlantic Station.Mardi Gras bar crawl
January 27, 2018 (6 p.m.)
3 miles NE
Beads & Booze includes beads, food & drink specials, and a drink at multiple bars within walking distance in Virginia Highlands.Chinese New Year dinner
January 27, 2018 (6:30 p.m.)
12.1 miles NE
Feast on an multi-course dinner of traditional Chinese dishes at Chinese Lunar New Year Banquet with Chinese Southern Belle at Canton House Restaurant in Chamblee, which includes food history, cultural trivia, calligraphy, and audience participation for age 12+.Motorcycle show
January 27 - 28, 2018
11 miles NW
The Great American Motorcycle Show features motorcycles, accessories, and southern rock at Cobb Galleria Centre.
Oyster festival
January 27 - 28, 2018
15.6 miles NW
Oysterfest has “live New Orleans inspired music” with oysters and beverages for sale at Atkins Park Restaurant in Smyrna for age 21+.
ABOUT JERMAINE SAIN
In 2008, Jermaine moved to Atlanta where he has had the opportunity to provide backing vocals for Kem (Grammy nominated R&B Singer) Heart (Rock and Roll Hall of Fame), and Barry Manilow, as well as for companies such as Pink Ribbon Story Foundation and Verizon Wireless. He made his first music video appearance in Kem's Glorify The King.
Jermaine's talk show, When We Speak, caters to entertainment with a close focus on indie music professionals.
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