Nothing cures the work week blues like pandas.
On Monday, learn the names of Zoo Atlanta’s giant panda twins in a celebratory event to ensure that your week gets off to a great start.
If that's not your idea of fun, no worries. There are plenty of other things to do in metro Atlanta this week.
Here are our top picks:
Nativity Scene
Many of the live Nativity scenes that can be found throughout metro Atlanta during this time of year are free.
In Cobb County, Mountain View United Methodist Church offers a walk through “Bethlehem,” while the Peachtree Road Lutheran Church’s attraction in Fulton County includes a petting zoo.
Panda Naming Celebration at Zoo Atlanta
Find out the names of Zoo Atlanta’s giant panda twins on their 100th day. The event will include a performance by the International School Choir and more.
9:30 a.m. Dec. 12. $22.99-$25.99 (ages 12 and older), $16.99-$17.99 (ages 3-11), $18.99-$21.99 (ages 65 and older), $21.99 (with college ID), free (members and military). Zooatlanta.com.
Kanye Saves Christmas
The description for this Dad’s Garage Theatre Company show emphasizes that “The real Kanye West will not be there. It will just be our poor impression of him.” Still, if you’re looking for a fun variety show to attend, this is a good option.
10:30 p.m. Dec. 16. $14.50-$21.50. Dad's Garage Theatre Company, 569 Ezzard St., Atlanta. Dadsgarage.com.
Courtenay’s Cabaret: Home for the Holidays
Atlanta’s Courtenay Collins’s holiday cabaret show at the Alliance Theatre is a great option for a night out with friends or that special someone this week.
7:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays. Through Dec. 24. $40-$60. Alliance Theatre, 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. Alliancetheatre.org.
Deck the Hall
Visit the College Football Hall of Fame this week and help them “Deck the Hall.” Fumbles the Elf will be on hand to entertain guests and activities such as ornament crafts will also be available.
The museum is collecting blankets and twin sheet sets for City of Refuge. Donate and receive 20 percent off admission.
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday. Through Jan. 1. $17.99-$21.99. College Football Hall of Fame, 250 Marietta St., Atlanta. Cfbhall.com.
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