The Georgia Aquarium is Atlanta’s most beloved attraction with animal encounters, Dolphin Tales, behind-the-scenes adventures and so much more.
Is there anything better?
Well…yes! It’s Christmas Georgia Aquarium style!
Christmas is such a special time at this amazing aquarium in Atlanta, Georgia. They have thousands of lights, festive music and special events with Santa and SCUBA Claus — all of which make the holiday events here the perfect place to make lasting memories. Christmas at Georgia Aquarium is the festival of the season!
Ready to go walking in a winter WATERland? Here are 7+ awesome ways to celebrate Christmas with the Georgia Aquarium!
CHRISTMAS GEORGIA AQUARIUM
Holidays at Georgia Aquarium will take place November 15, 2024 – January 2, 2025. During this time, you’ll find the magic of the holidays everywhere you look.
Enjoy holiday music in the atrium, their 40-foot live tree, special events, and holiday favorites — like pictures with Santa Claus and more! The water animals cannot wait to SEA you! Here’s everything you can expect during the holidays at the Georgia Aquarium this year.
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HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
DATES: Daily, November 15, 2024 – January 2, 2025 at 10am
No matter what day you decide to come to the Georgia Aquarium during the holiday season, you’ll be able to experience holiday magic during the Holiday Tree Lighting!
The aquarium likes to get the day kicked off right with a tree lighting in the atrium, every day at 10am. Santa will be there to welcome guests and wish everyone a happy holiday season. Promptly at 10am, the holiday decor in the atrium, along with their 40-foot-tall live tree will be lit!
This fun event is included with your general admission ticket.
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HOLIDAY MUSIC IN THE ATRIUM
DATES: Daily, November 15, 2024 – January 2, 2025
One step inside the Georgia Aquarium, and you’ll immediately be in the holiday spirit. The Atrium at the aquarium is all decked out for the holiday season!
Enjoy holiday music, winter-inspired projections, and this is also where you’ll find their 40-foot live tree — perfect for pictures!
SCUBA CLAUS
The holidays at Georgia Aquarium wouldn’t be complete without a visit from their very own underwater Santa — SCUBA Claus! Come face-to-face with Santa as he dons his specially-designed Santa wetsuit and plunges into the world’s largest aquatic habitat, Ocean Voyager Built by The Home Depot.
Old Saint Nick loves to dive among the whale sharks and manta rays! Seeing SCUBA Claus is included with your general admission ticket.
Available during select dates in December at 12pm.
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PICTURES WITH SANTA
DATES: Select dates and times from Nov. 15, 2024 – Jan. 2, 2025. Santa enjoys a break from Noon-1pm each day.
No holiday season is complete without a photo with Santa!
During your Aquarium visit, capture a photograph with Georgia Aquarium’s own seaside St. Nick. Santa is available for kids of all ages during scheduled dates and times. Photos are available for purchase, and package prices vary.
Santa is set up in the Atrium, and he can’t wait to hear all your holiday wishes! You can find the 2024 Georgia Aquarium Santa schedule HERE.
HOLIDAY THEMED DOLPHIN PRESENTATION
If you’ve visited the Aquarium before, you may have seen their dolphin show…but you’ve never seen it like this!
Each day during Holidays at Georgia Aquarium, they’ll be featuring an exciting new presentation showcasing their amazing animals and teaching guests all about the bottlenose dolphin in a fun and festive way. Admission into this presentation is free with your general admission ticket, as long as you make a reservation on the day of your visit.
The Dolphin Presentation is included with your General Admission ticket, but reservations are required on the day of your visit. You must arrive 15 minutes before your presentation starts to get seated.
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STROLLING CAROLERS
DATES: Saturdays and Sundays from November 16 through December 22, 2024 from 11:30am – 4pm
Nothing celebrates the holiday season more that Christmas music, and you can find the Strolling Carolers at the Georgia Aquarium spreading Christmas cheer on select days during the holidays.
Various ensembles from the Georgia State University School of Music will perform your favorite classics every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30am to 4pm from Nov. 16 through Dec. 22, 2024.
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SIPS UNDER THE SEA: HOLIDAYS
Date: December 6, 2024
Step into a winter wonderland like no other at Georgia Aquarium’s Sips Under the Sea: Holidays, a festive evening crafted exclusively for adults 21 and up. Wander through enchanting underwater galleries adorned with vibrant holiday decor and sparkling lights that add a touch of magic to the season.
Whether you arrive in your tackiest sweater or come as you are, you’ll enjoy seasonal cocktails, delicious food, and lively beats provided by AMP’D Entertainment’s live DJ.
Your ticket includes three drinks, and food and snacks will be available for purchase. The first 400 guests receive a specialty holiday mug filled with hot chocolate and the spirit of your choice.
MERRY MEMBER MORNING
Date: December 15, 2024; Sign-ups Begin: November 29, 2024
Exclusive to Georgia Aquarium Members, Merry Member Morning is held in the Ocean’s Ballroom for a magical morning of family fun and holiday cheer!
Merry Member Morning includes a delicious light breakfast catered by Wolfgang Puck, arts and crafts, selfies with Santa and a keepsake photo, and animal keeper talks.
Registration begins November 29, 2024. Not a member yet? They’ve got a great deal going on now. Check out Time is Limited to Get Your Georgia Aquarium Aqua Pass!
STAY NEAR THE AQUARIUM FOR A FUN HOLIDAY ADVENTURE
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