Ring in the New Year! Chick-fil-A Bowl Parade and Fan Fest. Downtown Atlanta.
Catch the football frenzy as the parade starts at the intersection of Peachtree Street and Baker Street and concludes at the entrance of Fan Fest in the Georgia World Congress Center. Floats, classic cars, cheerleaders, mascots, marching bands, dance groups and more. Dec. 31. Parade, 1-2:30 p.m. Fanfest, 2:30-6:30 p.m. 285 Andrew Young Blvd., Atlanta. 404-586-8500. Parade, free. Fanfest, $17. 5 and under, free.
Lawrenceville Rings. Historic Courthouse Lawn. Ring in the annual
celebration, including concerts by The Neons and The Breakfast Club, dancing, inflatables, and fireworks at midnight. Dec. 31. Festivities start at 7:30 p.m. 185 Crogan St., Lawrenceville. 678-226-2639. Free.
2014 Peach Drop.
Underground Atlanta. The Southeast’s largest annual New Year’s Eve event. Inflatables, face painting, carnival rides and music during the day. Dec. 31. 11 a.m. 50 Upper Alabama St., Atlanta. 404-523-2311. Free. Arcades and rides extra.
New Year’s Eve. Smyrna Community Center. Radio Disney presents a
children’s dance party, games, contests, and prizes. Balloon drop at noon. Dec. 31. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 200 Village Green Cir., Smyrna. 770-434-6600. Free.
New Year’s Eve Celebration.
Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. Welcome the New Year with fun activities and crafts. Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville. 770-536-1900. Free with museum admission. $8.
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December 2013 Atlanta Parent 55