For me, the weekend after Halloween marks the beginning of the holiday season. (Now that’s a scary thought!) Luckily, the fun doesn’t stop after that last sugar rush - for kids in Atlanta, this weekend is packed with holiday festivities! When they’re “bored” after the candy coma, opt for one of these family-friendly activities:

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
Center for Puppetry Arts
Nov. 3-Dec. 31
Back after a sold out, standing ovation first year, Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer charms the unique qualities in us all. Using hand and rod puppets, this family-friendly show is adapted from the beloved 1964 stop-motion animated film. Join Rudolph and his quirky friends for a seasonal special that’s sure bring a smile to kids and the kids at heart

Single show tickets are $16.50 each and include access to the Create-A-Puppet Workshop (the Rudolph shadow puppet is adorable!) as well as admission to the puppet museum.

Showtimes vary, but this week you can get into the holiday spirit every:
Tuesday-Friday: 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Storytelling Saturdays
Wren’s Nest
Saturdays, through Dec. 17
Once the creative headquarters of the Brer Rabbit and Uncle Remus stories, the Wren’s Nest is where famed author Joel Chandler Harris penned much of his tales, which became the world’s first serialized storyline of walking, talking animals. Join these long-loved characters and the much-lauded Wren’s Nest Ramblers for live storytelling every Saturday at 1 p.m. - just walk up and ring the bell!

Macy’s Pink Pig
Macy’s at Lenox Square
Through Jan. 1
Almost six decades after her debut “flight” over the Rich’s toy store, Priscilla The Pink Pig is back, making yet another generation squeal with delight. Now gliding around the top level of the parking deck at Macy’s Lenox Square Mall, the Pink Pig takes children of all ages for the most “pink-tacular” ride of the season! Hop aboard the train and explore Priscilla’s larger-than-life storybook, which includes the original Pink Pig and other holiday friends.

Each ride costs $3 and repeat rides have a special discounted price: 2 rides for $5.50, 3 rides for $7.50. In keeping with tradition, a portion of proceeds will benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Riding hours for November are:

Monday through Friday - 10a.m. to 8p.m.
Saturday - 10a.m. to 9p.m.
Sunday - Noon to 6p.m.
Black Friday, November 25 - 8a.m. to 9p.m.
*closed for Thanksgiving Day*