Although Christmas has come and gone, there's still fun to be had in Downtown Atlanta. Whether you're spending your Downtown downtime on the sidelines of the season's biggest battle or ringing in the New Year with family and friends, there's fun for everyone!
The fandemonium hits a fever pitch at these can't-miss sporting events:
Atlanta Hawks vs. Washington Wizards
Philips Arena
Wednesday, Dec. 28
Cheer on the Hawks as they prey on the Bucks in what is sure to be a white-knuckle game!
2011 Chick-fil-A Bowl
Georgia Dome
Saturday, Dec. 31
Back for the 44th year, the University of Virginia Cavaliers and the Auburn University Tigers clash for the most-anticipated battle of the collegiate football season. Work those colors overtime and show your school spirit at the Chick-fil-A Bowl Fan Night at the Georgia Aquarium and Fan Night at the World of Coca-cola (Fri. 12/31.) On Saturday, get those coolers ready for the Chick-Fil-A Bowl Parade (12 p.m.) and the FanFest (2-6 p.m.!)
Find tons of family-friendly fun at:
Noon Year's Eve Celebration
Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta
Saturday, Dec. 31
Cinderella and Prince Charming lead kids (and kids at heart) in a
fairytale cotillion dance. Afterward, join the countdown to 12 noon and
ring in the "noon year" with a grand ballroom parade. (Recommended for
ages 8 and younger.)
Ice Skating
Centennial Olympic Park
Through Jan. 29, 2012
Slip, slide and glide to seasonal music and theatrical lighting effects. Afterward, warm up with favorite holidays treats such as hot cocoa.
Cavalia: Odysseo
Under the Big White Top (Spring and 8th streets)
EXTENDED through Jan. 15, 2012
Part equestrian event and part multimedia interpretive dance, this show is filled with gorgeous costumes, intricate sets and stunning showmanship - a one-of-a-kind experience for all ages.
BB King
Fox Theatre
Friday, Dec. 30
CAKE
Fox Theatre
Saturday, Dec. 31
Zac Brown Band
Philips Arena
Saturday, Dec. 31