Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Holiday Craft Market
Sunrise Nursery 550 Athens Rd, Athens, GABrowse over 15 local craft vendors with food trucks, music and a fire pit. Donations accepted for Hurricane Helene relief. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.sunrisenursery.info
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Learn to Play the Shadowrun RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesFace off against the mega-corporations in a dark future. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Fall Open Studios
336 E. Church St., Lexington 336 E. Church St., Lexington, United StatesEnjoy the garden, socialize and see paintings by Terry Rowlett and Cheryl Washburn. 12–5 p.m. www.instagram.com/terryrowlett; www.instagram.com/cherylwashburnart
Ecstatic Dance
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesThis ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-free and inclusive musical celebration. 1–3 p.m. $15. www.instagram.com/ecstatic_dance_athens_ga
Small Town Saturday
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesShop from a variety of local craft vendors. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
The Grinch
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens presents an original dance and theater adaptation of the classic Dr. Seuss tale. Dec. 6–7, 7 p.m. Dec. 7–8, 1 p.m. $20. www.thestudioath.com
Elf Academy
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy crafts, games, reindeer food, letters to Santa and more. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Concert & Holiday Market
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United States‘Tapestry: A Holiday Concert’ featuring a variety of ensembles followed by a reception and holiday market. 2 p.m. www.holycrossathens.com
Christmas Carols & Book Launch
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesLocal author Leara Rhodes discusses her new novel The Darkest Midnight in December with a community singers chorus performing historic Irish carols. 3 p.m. FREE! www.foxgloveplantbar.com
Holiday Market
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse pottery, wood crafts, soap, handmade clothing, baked goods and more in benefit of Cat Zip Alliance/Campus Cats. 5–9 p.m. www.catzip.org
Deck the Hollow
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate 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
Joe Turner’s Come and Gone
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Tony Award-nominated play examines the experiences of freed African Americans during the early stages of the Great Migration. Dec. 7, 7 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $30 (adv.), $35. www.mortontheatre.com
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThis dramatization of C.S. Lewis’ work faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of the classic story. Dec. 6–7 & 13–14, 7 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Blue Ridge Bobcats
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesCheer on the home team in this hockey match. 7 p.m. $20–43. www.classiccenter.com
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesA candlelit performance of the play that follows Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice characters reuniting for the holidays. Dec. 6–7, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $20. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Beetlejuice Jr.
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMusical based on the original movie with a cast drawn from 16 area schools. Dec. 6–8, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Athens Spectacular
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors and enjoy burlesque and drag performances. Ages 18 & up. 7:30 p.m. (doors). $10.
A Spell for Winter
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe world premiere of a magical holiday musical featuring a young wizard’s life changing journey at a new school. Dec. 6–7 & 12–14, 8 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $24. www.townandgownplayers.org
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag for All Christmas Show
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun with a Christmas show. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Santa Hustle Race Series
Downtown Athens AthensEnjoy a variety of races around the downtown Athens area with a Santa hat and beard provided, and refreshments and music afterwards. Registration required. 8 a.m. $25 and up. www.santahustle.com
Open House Pottery Sale
Farmington Pottery 1171 Freeman Creek Rd., Bishop, GA, United StatesGeoff and Lisa Pickett will have a selection of pots of all kinds for house and garden, handmade soaps and botanical skincare products for sale. Dec. 7–8, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
440 Laurel Ave. 440 Laurel Ave., Comer, United StatesBrowse Mathew Meunier’s functional pottery featuring surface textures and geometric forms. Dec. 7–8, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.mathewmeunier.com
Aggro at the Acropolis
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Classic City Rollergirls for an all-day scrimmage tournament. 9:30 a.m. (doors), 10 a.m. (first whistle). $12–15, kids 5 & under FREE! www.classiccityrollergirls.com
Handmade Hollyday Market
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse art, handmade gifts, vintage goods and more. Dec. 7–8, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.treehousekidandcraft.com
Woodhill Holiday Market
4745 Bob Godfrey Rd. 4745 Bob Godfrey Rd, Athens, GeorgiaBrowse 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 Benevolence Market
Covenant Presbyterian Church 1065 Gaines School Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesShop for symbolic gifts from over 30 Athens-area nonprofit organizations, and hear their stories. 12–3 p.m. www.facebook.com/athensholidaybenevolencemarket
The Grinch
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens presents an original dance and theater adaptation of the classic Dr. Seuss tale. Dec. 6–7, 7 p.m. Dec. 7–8, 1 p.m. $20. www.thestudioath.com
Frame Sale
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe museum has a large selection of high-quality frames for sale in all sizes. Dec. 3–4 & 6–7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 5, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Dec. 8, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
A Spell for Winter
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe world premiere of a magical holiday musical featuring a young wizard’s life changing journey at a new school. Dec. 6–7 & 12–14, 8 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $24. www.townandgownplayers.org
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThis dramatization of C.S. Lewis’ work faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of the classic story. Dec. 6–7 & 13–14, 7 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
Holiday Open House
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesFamilies, children and adults can take a photo with Santa and enjoy live music, children’s crafts and tours. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.taylorgrady.com
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesA candlelit performance of the play that follows Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice characters reuniting for the holidays. Dec. 6–7, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $20. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Joe Turner’s Come and Gone
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Tony Award-nominated play examines the experiences of freed African Americans during the early stages of the Great Migration. Dec. 7, 7 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $30 (adv.), $35. www.mortontheatre.com
Beetlejuice Jr.
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMusical based on the original movie with a cast drawn from 16 area schools. Dec. 6–8, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
From Swastika to Jim Crow
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 2000 documentary about Jewish refugee scholars teaching at historically Black colleges before and during the second World War. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Cobbham by Candlelight
Contact for Location GA, United StatesThe annual Historic Athens Holiday Gala offers a tour of homes alongside curated local food, beverages and live entertainment. 3:30–9:30 p.m. $80–150. www.historicathens.com
Deck the Hollow
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate 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
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Off the Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents local comedians and improv, this week featuring Courtenay Cholovich. Sundays, 9–10:30 p.m. $7. www.athenscomedy.com
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Classic City Rotary
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
Hook and Needle
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesA crafting group with a focus on creating and contributing blanket projects for Project Linus. Second Mondays, 2 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Holiday Maker’s Market
Sew Sew Studio 2971 Monroe Hwy., Bogart, United StatesBrowse bags, ornaments, stocking stuffers, crochet accessories, home goods and more. 4–7 p.m. www.sewsewstudio.com
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Vietnamese Class
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInstructor Martine Thy Nguyen will lead a class on the basics of Vietnamese. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee