Explore Athens this holiday season as all things merry and bright begin to take place in the Classic City.  With festivities galore, you will never run out of fun things to do for all ages. Check out our complete holiday itinerary to plan the best weekend in Athens full of all things Christmas. And don't forget -  Athens was named among the Best American Towns for Holiday Shopping by Expedia, so don't miss the opportunity to Give a Piece of Athens this season!

With NYE right around the corner, it's never too early to start planning your 2018 festivities, as well!
Plan your holiday escape to Athens today!

"The Nutcracker" presented by the State Ballet Theatre of Russia

The Classic Center Theatre
Friday, Dec. 22 &  Saturday, Dec. 23
7:30 p.m. & 2:00 p.m., respectively
$15 - $35

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ATHENS ON ICE:  ICE SKATING AT AKINS ARENA

Akins Arena at The Classic Center
Nov. 24 - Jan. 16
various times
$13

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For the inside scoop: 5 Things to Know about Ice Skating in Athens, GA

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: New Year's Eve Concert
 
Hugh Hodgson School of Music
Sunday, Dec. 31
7:00 p.m.
$56 - $66

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New Year's Eve in Athens, GA

It comes as no surprise that Athens knows how to throw a New Year's Eve celebration. Enjoy an all inclusive package at Hotel Indigo-Athens or The Graduate, or grab a show at Georgia Theatre, 40 Watt, or The Foundry.  Where else is better to ring in 2018?

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