If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, get in the Christmas spirit with “Elf The Musical” at the Fox Theatre, or take part in Hanukkah celebrations in Alpharetta and Dunwoody. Or if you need to relieve some holiday stress, head to an outdoor yoga class or laugh along with improv group Safety Third at its improv show.
Check out the following 15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend:
This all-new tour is inspired by the heartwarming hit film and tells the story of Buddy, an elf who discovers he is human and helps restore the true meaning of Christmas.
Continuing 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m., 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. $47.25 and up. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 855-285-8499.
Run in a 5K, 10K or half marathon as you hear Christmas music along the way. Then recharge at the finish line with sweets such as candy canes and gingerbread cookies. Santa will also be available for photos.
8 a.m. Sunday. 5K or 10K $76.88, half-marathon $98.28. El Tesoro West End, Wild Heaven, 1010 White St. SW, Atlanta. 865-300-6722
The High Museum offers holiday shopping, music, food and drink and creative activities inspired by the museum’s collection, at its holiday market.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Included with museum admission of $23.50. High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4400.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Big Peach Running Co.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Big Peach Running Co.
Dashing Through the Square 5K Run/Walk
Run through historic Marietta Square in this qualifier for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race that helps support youth enrichment programs and other initiatives benefiting Cobb County.
7:30 a.m. Saturday. $50.14 timed, $44.79 untimed. Marietta Square, 99 S. Park Square, Marietta.
Let the kids meet Santa, take their photos and shop at a holiday market. Additional activities include photo ops, giveaways and a free gift wrapping station.
Continuing noon-8 p.m. Friday-Sunday, plus additional dates. The Battery Atlanta, Truist Community Corner, 800 Battery Ave. SE, Suite 110, Atlanta. 404-494-1150.
Stepp Stewart’s “Christmas at the Savoy”
This jazzy holiday musical revenue is set in the late 1930s and includes hits including “Jingle Bell Swing” and “Sleigh Ride.”
8 p.m. Friday, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. $24.50-$47.50. Marietta’s Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Ave. SW, Marietta. 770-426-4800.
Skate at Rudolph’s Rink, watch holiday classic movies at the Snowed In Cinema, have fun with arts and crafts at Santa’s Village, play lawn games at the Grinch Games and treat yourself at the Festive Food Lane.
11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, plus additional dates. Free. Brookhaven Park, 4158 Peachtree Road NE, Brookhaven. 678-879-4620.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Dunwoody Nature Center
Credit: Photo courtesy of Dunwoody Nature Center
Yoga in the Park: Winter Solstice
Take a full body flow yoga class with instructor Jesse Hughes to get close to nature and relieve tension.
6-7 p.m. Sunday. $14. Dunwoody Nature Center, 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody. 770-394-3322.
Celebrate the last day of Hanukkah with songs with Rabbi Brian Glusman and free jelly doughnuts and hot chocolate for everyone. Additional drinks (alcohol and other) and food will be available for purchase.
11 a.m.-noon Sunday. Free. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, Zaban Park, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. 678-812-4161.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Safety Third
Credit: Photo courtesy of Safety Third
Safety Third’s Holiday Spectacular Show will feature improv with special guests and surprises. Guests age 13 and older are welcome, and drinks, alcohol, snacks and hot foods will be sold.
7:30-10 p.m. Friday. $10.50. Area 51 Aurora Cineplex, 5100 Commerce Parkway, Roswell. 770-518-0977.
Fairy houses and gnome homes made of natural objects line the trails at the Chattahoochee Nature Center.
Continuing 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, plus additional dates. Included with general admission of $14-$20 (free for ages 2 and under). Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055.
Join Chabad north Fulton and the city of Alpharetta for the annual lighting of the giant menorah on Town Green. The event will also feature latkes and doughnuts as well as music and crafts.
5 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. Town Green, 40 S. Main St., Alpharetta. 770-410-9000.
The Grinch will stop by Mall of Georgia, where kids can also have fun in bounce houses and more.
4-6 p.m. Saturday. Mall of Georgia, The Village, 3333 Buford Drive, Buford. 770-271-9458.
Aurora Theatre co-founder Anthony Rodriguez returns for a 19th year to perform his one-man “A Christmas Carol” show.
Continuing 8 p.m. Friday, 2:30 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. $49.90 and up. Aurora Theatre, 128 E. Pike St., Lawrenceville. 678-226-6222.
Gwinnett Ballet Theatre presents its 44th annual production of “The Nutcracker,” accompanied by a live orchestra.
Continuing 7 p.m. Friday, 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. $43 and up, $10 parking. Gas South Theater, 2400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. 470-639-8243.
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