Really, Really Free Market

Reese and Pope Park

Just like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens

Winter Open House: Get Art-Sea

Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy underwater themed crafts and art-making activities for all ages. 123 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse

Cookies with Santa

Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA

Enjoy milk and cookies, and a photo op with Santa. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.lexingtonvintageathens.com

 

Pictures with Santa

YWCO 562 Research Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Bring your family, friends, children and pets for a photo with Santa. 1–4 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.ywco.org

All Are Welcome Holiday Market

Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

Browse goods made by queer, POC and local makers from a variety of backgrounds and mingle. 1–6 p.m. www.shopsotm.com

Historic Athens Heritage Walk

RSVP for Location Athens, GA, United States

Learn about the history of the Athens’ Holman Avenue in the Boulevard neighborhood from its architecture to its artistic community. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com

Event Series Deck the Hollow

Deck the Hollow

Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Celebrate the holidays in lights with live music, animal encounters and photo opportunities. Dec. 6–8 & 13​​–15, 5:30​​–7:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo

Cigar Box Challenge

ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy an evening of food, beverages, music and sale of unique cigar box creations in benefit of ATHICA. 7–10 p.m. bit.ly/cigarboxchallenge

Event Series Woodhill Holiday Market

Woodhill Holiday Market

4745 Bob Godfrey Rd. 4745 Bob Godfrey Rd, Athens, Georgia

Browse locally-crafted functional and decorative art, clothing, jewelry, candles and more. Dec. 6, 3–8 p.m. Dec. 7–8 & 14–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2024

Holiday Market

SpringHaus Farm 296 Russel Drive, Comer, United States

Browse vendors selling handcrafted items, gifts and pre-made decorations, plus photos with Santa. 12–5 p.m. www.shfweddings.com

Community Grand Opening

Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United States

Celebrate the new arena with ice skating, face painting, holiday treats, a chalk art contest and more. 1–4 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com

Event Series Deck the Hollow

Deck the Hollow

Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Celebrate the holidays in lights with live music, animal encounters and photo opportunities. Dec. 6–8 & 13​​–15, 5:30​​–7:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo

Hanukkah Storytime

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy stories and crafts celebrating Hanukkah. All ages. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Cookie Decorating

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Decorate festive holiday cookies. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Blue Christmas

First Baptist Church 355 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United States

A specially designed service for those who have suffered loss and find the holidays challenging. 6 p.m. FREE! www.firstbaptistathens.org

Fall Fashion Show

Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

The Teen Fashion Design & Sewing Club and Teen Media Club will showcase their designs. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Holiday Sip & Shop Sample Sale

Hello Wealth 215 Hawthorne Park Suite B, Athens, United States

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

Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night

Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United States

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

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Holiday Market

1818 Brewing Company 71 State St., Commerce, United States

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

Carolina Dreamin’ Beer Release

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

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

Celebrate the Solstice

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

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

AFMDS Contra Dance

Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United States

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

Community Bake Sale

The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens

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

Last Minute Holiday Market

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

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

Holiday Lights

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

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

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Kwanzaa Celebration

First AME Church 521 N. Hull St., Athens, GA, United States

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

Kwanzaa Celebration

Ebenezer Baptist Church East 186 Derby St, Athens, United States

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

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Kwanzaa Celebration

Youth Force Hub Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, United States

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]

TIMBAthens Dance Social & Fundraiser

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

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

Kwanzaa Celebration

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

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

Kwanzaa Celebration

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

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

New Years Eve Family Movie & Crafts

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

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

Kwanzaa Celebration

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

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

New Years Eve Acro Yoga Pajama Party

Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United States

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

A Shaken, Not Stirred New Year’s Eve

The Bond House 198 Dearing Street, Athens, United States

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

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

New Year Birthday Bash

1055 Barber 1055 Barber St., Athens, GA

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

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Bring One for the Chipper

Various Locations Athens, GA, United States

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

Frosty ATH Fair

work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United States

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].

OLLI Fest

Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United States

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

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net