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Six Flags Over Georgia closes this weekend, cutting Holiday in the Park

For the first time since 2013, Six Flags over Georgia won't be open over the holidays for pass holders to enjoy the lights, music, Christmas tree and visits with Santa Claus.

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12 things to do around metro Atlanta to get you in the holiday spirit

Christmas markets, light displays, 'The Nutcracker,' Buddy the Elf, Rudolph, Santa Claus (and Scuba Claus) are among the holiday things to see and do coming to metro Atlanta.

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Traditions reign at Atlanta holiday concerts

Take in some of the performances from choral groups, jazz artists and classical musicians this holiday season in Atlanta.

When to start planning each part of your Thanksgiving feast

The holiday can be stressful, but this schedule might help you get organized and enjoy the day

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Georgia Festival of Trees shines light on human trafficking

Family-friendly annual event raises money for Street Grace.

Drink genetically engineered to eliminate ‘rough mornings after drinking’

Can pregaming probiotics help a hangover? ZBiotics claims it helps prevent the worst parts of a hangover, so here's what we know about it.

How to chill your NYE Champagne the right way

If you forget to put that bottle of bubbly in the fridge, we have tips to get it cold quickly

Holiday things to do

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Georgia Festival of Trees shines light on human trafficking

Family-friendly annual event raises money for Street Grace.

Drink genetically engineered to eliminate ‘rough mornings after drinking’

Can pregaming probiotics help a hangover? ZBiotics claims it helps prevent the worst parts of a hangover, so here's what we know about it.

How to chill your NYE Champagne the right way

If you forget to put that bottle of bubbly in the fridge, we have tips to get it cold quickly

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More holiday things to do

21+ only: Atlanta’s hottest NYE parties that won’t break the bank

Discover Atlanta's most affordable NYE 2024 parties. Features underground raves, live music and champagne toasts across EAV, Ponce, Edgewood and L5P.

The best films to get you in the New Year’s mood

If you're looking to get in the New Year's holiday mood, start with these films

Jelly Roll, Shaboozey, Keith Urban headline Nashville’s free NYE bash

You can drive the four hours to the Country Music Capital of the World, or you can watch it on CBS and Paramount+

5 strange New Year’s resolutions we found for 2025

Not everyone pledges to lose weight or become tidier. Some people think outside the box and make vows many might find a bit strange. Here are a few of them.

Georgia town of Perry rings in new year with Buzzard Drop

The Perry Buzzard Drop is going down in Houston County, Georgia on New Year's Eve. Here's what we know ahead of the big celebration.

Georgia’s Possum Drop ranked one of the best ways to ring in 2025

Georgia's Possum Drop is a Tallapoosa tradition gaining attention on a national level, even ranking among the best ways to celebrate the new year.

These are America’s most popular New Year’s resolutions for 2025

Three surveys showed basically the same results, with people planning to save money in the new year

Five must-buy Boxing Day deals for techies

These are Atlanta's top Boxing Day sales.

Where to spend NYE 2025 in the South

Check out these unforgettable New Year's Eve celebrations in the South, all within a five-hour drive from Atlanta.

15 things to do this weekend: Menorah and Kwanzaa festivities

Looking for something to do this weekend in metro Atlanta?