Atlanta’s Holiday Hot List: Seasonal Events, Dinners, Pop-Ups & Pics with Santa
December’s here, and Atlanta’s already humming with holiday energy. From snow-dusted patios at Yeppa 69 Lodge and the return of Westside Sleigh Ride to festive moments at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta and Brasserie Margot, karaoke nights at Sweet Auburn Barbecue, and Christmas Eve tables at ENZO, Vesper, and Amore e Amore—this month is stacked with ways to make the season count.
A Season of Celebration at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta and Brasserie Margot
Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta sets a joyful tone this December with festive moments throughout the property, anchored by Brasserie Margot’s full lineup of holiday experiences blending classic French tradition with seasonal charm. From December 1–23, guests are invited to enjoy a two- or three-course Holiday Prix Fixe Menu ($48/$58), featuring modern French favorites and celebratory creations. Pastry Chef Eric Snow’s signature Bûche de Noël—a delicate yule log of airy sponge, luscious cream, and a velvety glaze—is available December 1–24 to enjoy in the restaurant or take home ($48, serves four).
Weekends bring a holiday twist on a timeless ritual with Festive Afternoon Tea, offered every Saturday and Sunday from 1–4 p.m., complete with French-inspired teas, sweets, and savory bites. On Christmas Eve, Brasserie Margot presents an elegant four-course prix fixe dinner ($95), followed by a joyful Christmas Day Brunch served across Brasserie Margot, Bar Margot, and the Atrium Bridge (11 a.m.–4 p.m., last seating at 3 p.m.), featuring festive treats, a hot cocoa station, gifts for children, and a visit from Santa ($168 adults / $84 children; reservations required). Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta is located at 75 14th Street NE, Atlanta, GA. For more information or to make reservations, visit www.brasseriemargot.comand fourseasons.com/atlanta and follow along on Instagram at @fsatlanta and @brasseriemargotatl.
ENZO’s Christmas Eve Feast of the Seven Fishes Returns
Christmas Eve at ENZO Steakhouse & Bar isn’t just a reservation on the calendar; it’s a tradition guests look forward to every year. On Wednesday, December 24, Executive Chef Andrea Montobbio brings his spirited Italian cooking to a multi-course Feast of the Seven Fishes, shaped by the dishes he grew up with and the flavors he loves to revisit for the holidays. The menu leans into generosity and seasonality, with plates made for celebration: Venetian shrimp over warm polenta, lobster gnocchi with a decadent holiday edge, and a selection of seafood that reflects the spirit of this Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition. Guests who prefer a different direction will find plenty to enjoy, from veal osso buco to lamb lasagna to chicken all parmigiana. The bar keeps the evening spirited with festive cocktails, including ENZO’s signature boozy Eggnog. Two dollars from every Eggnog sold will support Two Sparrows Village and its mission to create supportive living spaces for adults with intellectual disabilities. ENZO will welcome Christmas Eve diners beginning at 3 p.m., with final reservations at 9:15 p.m. The restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day. Visit enzo-itl.com or call (770) 756-9188 to make a reservation or view the full holiday menu. Located at 300 Trilith Pkwy, Suite 230, Fayetteville, GA. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @enzoitl.
Westside Sleigh Ride Returns to Westside Motor Lounge
The holidays will shine a little brighter this year as Westside Motor Lounge brings back its immersive holiday pop-up, Westside Sleigh Ride, for its third season. Beginning Saturday, November 28, and running through December 31, 2025, the month-long celebration transforms Atlanta’s favorite indoor-outdoor hangout into a winter wonderland filled with seasonal cocktails, cozy fire pits, festive décor, and plenty of holiday cheer. Guests can expect a dynamic lineup of entertainment and programming throughout the season, from live DJs and bands to holiday-themed performances and pop-up surprises. In addition to a full slate of events to be announced in the coming weeks, the Westside Sleigh Ride experience will also feature rotating food and drink specials, family-friendly activities, and unique opportunities to celebrate the season with friends and loved ones. Westside Sleigh Ride will run Wednesdays through Sundays from November 28 through December 31, 2025. Weekday hours are 5 p.m. to midnight; weekends run 12 p.m. to midnight. Westside Motor Lounge is located at 725 Echo Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com or call 678-388-9536. Stay connected on Instagram at @westside_motor_lounge and Facebook at facebook.com/westsidemotorlounge.
Amore e Amore Hosts Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve
Create merry memories this Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. Once again, Mama Gale and Professor Giovani have adorned every corner of Amore e Amore with festive decorations and seasonal delights, transforming the space into The North (Highland) Pole for the holidays. Guests can enjoy the cherished and age-old tradition of the Feast of the Seven Fishes, the beloved Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition of gathering over seafood-focused dishes, available at $120 per person, or savor the condensed à la carte dinner menu paired with specialty holiday cocktails. For the little ones, Amore e Amore’s kid-friendly menu features pizza bites, meatballs, and child-sized portions of entrees like fettuccine alfredo, cheese ravioli, and spaghetti with meatballs. Kids ages 12 and under are welcome to dine from open until 7:30 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.amoreeamore.com or call 404-600-2176. Amore e Amore is conveniently located at 467 N Highland Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30307. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @eatamoreatl.
Yeppa 69 Lodge Brings Retro Après-ski Energy to the BeltLine
Yeppa BeltLine has flipped its patio into a full alpine escape with the launch of Yeppa 69 Lodge, a retro après-ski activation running through the Winter Games in Milan. Think glimmering lights, wood-burning fire pits, winter cocktails with Italian attitude—and on Friday nights, a full “snow storm” with swirling snowfall, a DJ, and champagne flying under the lights. The lodge brings that Alps-meets-Atlanta personality Yeppa has made its signature: seasonal cocktails, shot-skis, fire pits, and a celebratory, après-after-hours feel that turns the patio into a cold-weather hangout with an Italian wink. Inside, Yeppa BeltLine continues the conviviality that defines the brand—house-made pastas, focaccia pizzas, seafood, spiedini, and crowd-favorites built around the warmth of Romagna cooking. Yeppa 69 Lodge is open now at 667 Auburn Ave, Suite 120, with dinner Tuesday–Sunday, late nights on Fridays and Saturdays, and weekend brunch. For updates, visit yeppaco.com/beltline or follow @YeppaCoATL.
Santa Claus is Coming to Boone’s for a Holly Jolly Holiday Brunch
’Tis the season to par-tee at Boone’s. The restaurant at Bobby Jones Golf Course is rolling out the holiday cheer with a visit from Santa Claus himself during its second annual Holiday Brunch with Santa on Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families are invited to kick off a new tradition with festive brunch fare, featuring Boone’s classics like the Croissandwich, Fried Chicken & Hotcakes and decadent Banana Bread French Toast, plus limited-time holiday bites and sips. From 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Santa will take a break from making his list and checking it twice to pose for family portraits inside the Murray Golf House. The celebratory afternoon also includes cookie decorating and plenty of opportunities to make lasting holiday memories. Guests can even cross a gift off their list with engraved bricks for the Bobby Jones Golf Course Memorial Plaza, available for purchase during the event. A meaningful keepsake for any golfer or Atlanta native, each brick supports the Bobby Jones Foundation’s mission to create positive change through golf. Boone’s is located at 2205 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. For reservations and more information, visit www.boonesatl.com or call 770-835-4267. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook at @boonesatl.
Jingle and Mingle at Sweet Auburn Barbecue’s Holiday Karaoke Nights
’Tis the season to warm up the vocal cords, because Sweet Auburn Barbecue is turning Saturdays at its Poncey-Highland location into a full-on holiday soundtrack with karaoke happening every Saturday in December (6, 13, 20, and 27). Beginning at 9 p.m. and rolling late into the night, revelers can hit the stage and channel their inner Mariah, Michael Bublé, or whatever festive alter ego feels right in the moment. Complimentary holiday shots (aka liquid courage) will be available for anyone brave enough to belt out a seasonal tune, while themed cocktails and libations flow for those who prefer sipping over singing. Guests can also enjoy the regular dinner menu until 10 p.m., before a limited selection of late-night barbecue bites keeps the festive feasting going from 10 p.m. to midnight. Merry-makers are also encouraged to go all-in on holiday fashion with an Ugly Sweater Contest each karaoke night, with bragging rights (and prizes) reserved for the best, worst, and most questionable looks. Holiday Karaoke Nights are free to attend with purchase of food or drinks. Sweet Auburn Barbecue is located at 656 N. Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. Visit sweetauburnbbq.com or call (678) 515-3550 for more information. Follow @sweetauburnbbq on Instagram and Facebook.
Celebrate the Holiday with Seasonal Sips and Savings at Flight Club
December has arrived, and Flight Club Atlanta is bringing all the holiday cheer this season. All month long, the social-darts hotspot is serving two limited-edition seasonal sips crafted for clinking, celebrating and fueling a little friendly competition. Holiday crews can take aim between rounds of the Golden Orchard, a wintery mix of Four Walls Irish American Whiskey, housemade apple sour, cinnamon and silky egg white, or the Peppermint Espresso Martini, shaken with Prairie Organic Vodka, peppermint, coffee and a festive fudge and peppermint rim. It’s the perfect spot for office outings, festive celebrations with friends and anything that calls for high-energy fun wrapped in twinkle-light vibes. And because it’s the season of giving, Flight Club Atlanta is offering $100 gift cards for just $80, available online for digital delivery or in-venue for a ready-to-wrap physical card. Flight Club Atlanta will be open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day. Flight Club Atlanta is located in Star Metals at 1055 Howell Mill Rd Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information or to make a reservation, visit https://flightclubdartsusa.com/. Stay connected on Instagram at www.instagram.com/flightclubdartsusa and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/flightclubdarts.
December at Vesper: Seasonal Cocktails, Toy Drive, and Christmas Eve Bash
The holiday season arrives at Vesper with festive cocktails, warm energy, and a focus on giving back. Beginning Tuesday, December 2, the neighborhood cocktail haunt sets the tone with seasonal sips, cozy nights, and a month of simple celebrations. Toy donations for Toys for Tots are welcomed through December 21, and guests who drop one off can ease into the evening with a complimentary glass of mulled wine. Seasonal cocktails rotate between nostalgic favorites and clever new creations, all set against Vesper’s familiar glow, warm playlists, and spirited regulars. The month builds to Vesper’s annual Christmas Eve bash starting at 5 p.m., complete with Santa hats on every head, familiar tunes jingling, and just the right amount of mischievous cheer to carry the night. Vesper is located on the Atlanta BeltLine at 924 Garrett St. Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30316. For more information, visit www.vesperatl.com or call 404.343.1174. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @vesperatl.
Holiday Letter Drop to Santa Arrives at Yeppa BeltLine
Open now, Yeppa BeltLine has placed a bright red mailbox at its entrance for anyone passing by to send letters directly to Santa at the North Pole. Open daily through Christmas Eve, the drop-off invites kids—and adults who still enjoy the ritual—to pause along the BeltLine and slip their holiday wish lists inside. Anyone looking to extend the holiday feel can move into Yeppa 69 Lodge, the BeltLine’s seasonal alpine-inspired activation open through the Winter Games in Milan, complete with firelight, winter cocktails, and a retro après-ski atmosphere. Yeppa BeltLine is located at 667 Auburn Ave, Suite 120, on the Eastside Trail where Inman Park and Old Fourth Ward meet. Guests are welcomed Tuesday through Sunday, with dinner service during the week, late nights on Fridays and Saturdays, and weekend brunch. For seasonal updates, winter announcements, and a closer look at Yeppa 69 Lodge, visit www.yeppaco.com/beltline and follow @YeppaCoATL on Instagram.
