Monday Night Brewing 15th Anniversary 15K
Celebrate Monday Night Brewing’s 15th anniversary with a 15K race followed by a brewery anniversary party. Registration $55–$75. Start time and exact start location to be confirmed; check the link.
African Wealth & Culture Summit
A culture and wealth-building summit at Morehouse College celebrating the African diaspora. Ticketed. Times are to be confirmed; check the link for the schedule.
Atlanta Chili Cook Off
Sample 50+ chilis and vote for People’s Choice at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody (DeKalb). Tickets about $18–$45; kids 12 and under free. VIP tier opens at noon with early entry and an open bar. More info
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights
The Atlanta Botanical Garden’s signature holiday light show, nightly on select dates through Jan 10. Ticketed; book a weeknight to avoid crowds. Check the link for hours.
Banda MS in Concert
Regional Mexican superstars Banda MS bring their arena show to Gas South Arena in Duluth. Showtime is 8 pm and tickets start around $120. A big night out for music fans.
Death Becomes Her (Broadway Tour)
The Broadway tour of the musical comedy Death Becomes Her plays the Fox Theatre for six days, Tuesday through Sunday. Ticketed; a great date night. Check the link for showtimes.
Atlanta Christkindl Market
A German-style holiday market on the Lawrenceville Lawn with a 112-ft Ferris wheel, Santa photos and a kids’ play area. Free entry. Open mostly Wed–Sun; closed Thanksgiving. Check the link for hours.
Festive Night of Lights in Olde Town Conyers
Rockdale’s headline holiday event: Santa, kids’ activities, live entertainment, the town lighting and a drone show at dark. Free. Stay after 6 pm for dinner and drinks on Railroad St.
DragonForce 20th Anniversary Tour
Power-metal band DragonForce celebrates its 20th anniversary at The Masquerade in downtown Atlanta. Ticketed. Showtime is to be confirmed; check the link before you go.
Stray Cats
Rockabilly legends Stray Cats play the Fabulous Fox Theatre the night after Thanksgiving, an easy Black Friday night out. Ticketed. Showtime is to be confirmed; check the link.
A Taste of Black Gwinnett Culture Experience Tour
A guided food and culture tour of Black-owned businesses across Gwinnett, starting at the Courtyard by Marriott in Duluth. Ticketed. Tour times are to be confirmed; check the link.