
While there is no wrong time to search for Atlanta homes for sale, the holidays make touring our city's neighborhoods even more memorable. Throughout our Georgia communities, you'll get a chance to sample what living in Atlanta during the holidays is all about by experiencing our Christmas spirit in twinkling lights.
Our real estate agents have made a list (and yes, we've checked it twice) of six of our favorite holiday light displays in and around Atlanta.
- Garden Lights, Holiday Nights - Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights entertains you with new music, motion, and sparkle sure to make this a soon-to-be family tradition when you relocate to Atlanta. Be the first in line on Saturday, November 17 to see the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, in full glow from 5 to 11 p.m.
- Fantasy in Lights - Callaway Resort & Gardens, 17800 US Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Billed as "The South's Christmas Tradition," Fantasy in Lights, open now through Jan. 5, 2019, allows you and your family to experience the wonder of a journey through a light-filled forest by car. Stay and visit the Christmas Village, complete with holiday characters, or make a weekend of it by booking an overnight stay at Callaway Resort & Gardens. Advance ticket prices vary, with same-day passes available for $35 for adults and $17.50 for children 6-12.
- Holiday Lights of Hope - Hobgood Park, 6688 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock, GA
You'll be greeted by 2 million twinkling holiday lights when you attend the Holiday Lights of Hope. Stroll through the illuminated Hobgood Park and have fun finding your way through the holiday light maze. Kids can also share their Christmas wish list with Santa. The best part? Proceeds benefit the Anna Crawford Children's Center.
- Magical Nights of Lights - Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, 7650 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford, GA
Enjoy 7 miles of holiday light displays when you and your family visit Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands. Even if you've visited before, be sure to mark the event on your calendar so you can experience newly added light shows. In addition to the main attraction, you can also enjoy carnival rides, make s'mores around a bonfire and visit Santa. Admission prices start at $43 for a passenger vehicle with capacity up to 10 people.
- LIFE University Lights of LIFE - 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta, GA
Attracting nearly half a million spectators annually, the Lights of LIFE at LIFE University in Marietta, GA transforms the campus into a holiday wonderland filled with beautiful light displays. After admiring the lights by car, stay for pony and train rides, seasonal treats, and photos with Santa. Visit now through Dec. 31 for $5 per car Monday through Thursday, and $10 per car Friday through Sunday. The event opens at dark each night and closes at 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and at 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.
Contact Josey Young & Brady if you're considering buying or selling a home in Atlanta.