Whether you’re playing catch-up with fun activities in the Atlanta area or finishing strong after a year replete with grandkid-grandparent sharing, it’s a great idea to choose upbeat outings as the year passes.
Before it’s time to hail the New Year, consider these cheery and inspiring memory-makers available this week. As the song says, “Oh what fun!”
Imane Ayissi: From Africa to the World
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, Noon-5 p.m. Sunday through Feb. 23, 2025, closed at 3 p.m. Dec. 24 and all day Dec. 25. $10 general, $20 family of 3 or more, 14 and under free. SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion, 1600 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta.
Thrill teen and tween grandkids and feed your soul with this exhibition of striking African garments designed by Cameroonian Imane Ayissi. You’ll spy handwoven Kente cloth, Obom bark cloth, Lyon silk, and raffia within the contemporary fashions that hark back to bygone continental histories. For extra appeal, the designs are worked with sustainable materials and the gallery incorporates upbeat music and art. If you have an aspiring historian, fashionista or designer among the grandkids, this is a must. Buy tickets here.
Atlanta Jingle Bell Jog 5K and Elf Dash
9 a.m. 5K run, $50, 10 a.m. Elf Dash, $20, Sunday, Dec. 22. Piedmont Park, Charles Allen entrance off 10th St., Atlanta.
Here’s a chance to work off some calories before the merry meals, while seeing jolly folks running and posing. The admission price includes a full Santa suit, and winners receive holiday-themed awards. Join in the race or come out for awesome holiday people watching. Sign up here by 11 a.m. Dec. 22.
Coca-Cola Holiday Express at Pemberton Place
By appointment 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday or Sunday Dec. 21-22, $21 and up ages 13-64, $17 and up ages 3-12, $19 65 and up. Pemberton Place, 126 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta.
Tour your own hometown with visitors or the grandkids who live nearby. Head to the World of Coca-Cola and nearby attractions, and make sure to board the magical Holiday Express train for a 5-6 minute spin around the area. The lights and holiday sights you’ll pass as you traverse the cluster of iconic Atlanta sites are marvelous, and there are plenty of places for fun photos and browsing about the park. Buy tickets here.
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