Enjoy refreshments while doing last-minute holiday gift shopping. 12–7 p.m. www.hayleybird.shop

Parade through downtown to the UGA quad with handheld speakers playing secular music. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.unsilentnight.com

Browse vendors for last-minute gifts. 2 p.m. www.1818brewing.com

Release of the brewery’s latest West Coast style IPA with proceeds benefitting the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund and a supply collection for Mana Food Bank. 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

All are welcome to gather for song and dance. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

This community dance features callers Corinne Wilkinson and Stuart Whipple and live music by Max and Maggie and Friends. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org

The proceeds of baked goods from local businesses and restaurants will benefit Athens Habitat for Humanity and its Global Village Program with other local vendors set up. 1–5 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/globe.athens

Browse goods sold by local artists, crafters and vendors such as art, sustainable fashion, home goods and more. 1–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Rev. Dr. Pippin Whitaker leads an all-ages service with music and a holiday cookie exchange afterwards. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

All races and ethnic groups are welcome to celebrate, with this night’s theme being unity. 5:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

All races and ethnic groups are welcome to celebrate, with this night’s theme being self-determination. 5:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

All races and ethnic groups are welcome to celebrate, with this night’s theme being collective work and responsibility. 2 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

Get your groove on to salsa, timba, bachata and merengue while raising funds for the Cuban Music & Dance Festival. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. $10. www.timbathens.com

All races and ethnic groups are welcome to celebrate, with this night’s theme being cooperative economics. 2:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

All races and ethnic groups are welcome to celebrate, with this night’s theme being purpose. 2:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

Enjoy a movie based on the popular robot series by Peter Brown plus crafts and snacks. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

All races and ethnic groups are welcome to celebrate, with this night’s theme being creativity. 3 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

Wear your pajamas for some acro yoga followed by sparkling cider. 5:30 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com

Enjoy a formal Masquerade Ball with music, food, an open bar, photographers, fireworks and more. 9 p.m. $10. Find The Bond House on Facebook

Open bar, food truck, games, photo booth, raffle, live DJ, music performances and more. 11 p.m.–2 a.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-party-tickets-1059241733539

Give your tree a second life as compost, mulch or fish habitat by bringing your undecorated tree to one of  eight drop-off locations. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.accgov.com/chipper

A festival featuring a mix of local and touring bands paired with a variety of local artists as well food vendors and more. 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Email [email protected].

Learn more about OLLI, the learning and social organization for adults over 50, with a drawing for free membership. 1–3 p.m. FREE! olli.uga.edu

Archeologist Tom Gresham and Greg Yoder lead a walk talking about the history of the park and mills. 1 p.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

Bring a dish that’s a favorite at your family gatherings and share the story behind it with Genealogical Society members. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter will have adoptable animals on site, along with live music and a food truck. 2–5 p.m. www.instagram.com/normaltownbrewingco

Drop by to taste Figment’s two non-alcoholic spritz-style sodas. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.shoptonique.com

Celebrating champions of justice, equality and community impact in Athens and throughout the state of Georgia. 6–9 p.m. $50–100. www.facebook.com/AADMovementjusticecenter

A monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. 5:30–7:30 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com

Join park rangers on a moderate trail route. 12 p.m. $5 (parking). www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

The banquet honors individuals and organizations that have made contributions to human relations and also awards scholarships to high school seniors. 5 p.m. www.humanrelationscouncil.org/mlk-awards-banquet

This community dance features caller Charlotte Crittenden and live music by the Griddle Lickers. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org

This service is a formal observance of the life and goals of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 4 p.m. FREE! www.humanrelationscouncil.org