Whether you feel like eating some fried chicken, getting rowdy in a go-kart, listening to some live music or getting in the holiday spirit, we've got plenty for you to do this week.
Monday, Nov. 16
Pig and Pint Mondays
Mondays at Sweet Auburn Barbecue. Start your week off right with barbecue and beer with an $8 pairing. The special is available only in the bar and features Sweet Auburn's signature Texas sandwich with your choice of chicken or pulled pork and a draft beer.
Fried Chicken Night
5 p.m. at One Eared Stag. Monday nights are meant for fried chicken. Enjoy an order of three pieces of chicken with two sides for $15. If you're really in the mood, upgrade to a whole chicken for $22 or two whole chickens for $32.
Tuesday, Nov. 17
3rd Annual Human Clay Benefit
7 - 10 p.m. at White Oak Kitchen & Cocktails. Save the date for this evening of tasty treats and bluegrass music. You won't just have a great time, but you'll be doing some good, too. The event benefits Atlanta's Gateway Center and its annual fundraiser celebrating the organization's efforts to help change lives of those experiencing homelessness in Atlanta. Tickets are $100. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com
Burger and Pint Night
Tuesday evenings at BOCADO Burger. Both the Westside and Avalon locations offer a special Burger & Pint Night every Tuesday. Bring a date or some friends and enjoy a burger and pint for $13.
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Wild Wednesdays
9 p.m. - 1 a.m. at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games. Looking for a mid-week break to release all your stress? Students ages 18 and up can head to Andretti in Marietta and enjoy half-priced karting, laser tag, free arcade games and more. There will also be drink specials and dancing in the domed SkyBar. Cover is $10 for students 18 and younger. Guests 21 years and up enter for free.
Thursday, Nov. 19
Pasta Making Class
6-7 p.m. at Bellina Alimentari. Get your hands dirty and learn how to make delicious fresh pasta with Chef David Berry. After class, there will be a tasting of the prepared pasta. Tickets are $15 per person. To sign up, email events@bellina-alimentari.com or call 404-330-9933.
"Legends of the Hidden Temple" Adult Night
7-9 p.m. at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta. Guests will get the opportunity to compete in a LEGO artifacts hunt similar to the popular nineties action-adventure game show. Do you have what it takes? The event features prizes, refreshments and guests will also have access to the Factory Tour, laser ride, 4D Cinema and more. Tickets are $19.95 at the door or $14.95 online. Event details at legolanddiscoverycenter.com
Friday, Nov. 20
Lisa Port and Friends
9 p.m. at Cook Hall. Don't miss this live music series featuring Lisa Port's soulful Americana tunes. Free to enter with 3-hour complimentary parking provided. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com
Rock the Weekend with Free Music Fridays
7-10:30 p.m. at Hard Rock Cafe's Velvet Underground. This free concert series is perfect for a fun date night or night out with friends. Listen to the smooth tunes of Greg Fortune and enjoy a full menu of Hard Rock favorites and bar. Event details at hardrock.com
"The Santaland Diaries" opening night
8 p.m. at Horizon Theatre. Don't miss this award-winning adult comedy as it returns to Horizon Theatre. The Christmas play is based on David Sedaris' accounts as a full-time elf at Macy's. General admission is $30 and VIP tickets, which include reserved seating and a Christmas-themed adult beverage, are $45. Event details at horizontheatre.com
Saturday, Nov. 21
Lighting of Atlantic Station
1-9 p.m. at Atlantic Station. Take in a full day of fun activties, music and much more in this yearly tradition. The day ends with the lighting of the Christmas tree and fireworks in Central Park around 8:30 p.m. Event details at atlanticstation.com
Sunday, Nov. 22
The Lighting of Avalon
12-9 p.m. at Avalon. This festive event features free activities and holiday music for the whole family. Enjoy a day of ornament making, s'mores kits, ice skating performances, live entertainment and more before the lighting of the tree and fireworks. Event details at experienceavalon.com
Fantasy in Lights 2015
Through Jan. 2, 2016, at Callaway Gardens. Enjoy this spectacular light and sound show with some friends, family or a date and enjoy what National Geographic Traveler calls one of the world's "Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights." For ticket and event details, go to callawaygardens.com
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer comes to town
1 p.m. or 3 p.m. at Center for Puppetry Arts. Get in the holiday season for this year's adapted play based on the timeless animated television special. "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" is recommended for ages 4 and up and will be performed in the Mainstage Theater. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com
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