Family Fun Day: Kid-Approved Holiday Adventures in DeKalb

The air feels a little more electric, car rides are filled with backseat debates over hot cocoa flavors, and somehow every weekend starts to feel like an opportunity for a mini adventure. If your calendar is filling up with school breaks, visiting family, and kids with BIG holiday energy, DeKalb has just the thing to keep everyone smiling.

When it comes to experiences that wow kids and give parents a chance to soak in the season, one DeKalb favorite shines brighter than the rest.

Stone Mountain Christmas

If holiday magic had a home base, it would be right here in DeKalb. Stone Mountain Christmas transforms the park into a winter wonderland packed with lights, laughter, and larger-than-life moments that kids talk about long after the season ends.

Families can bundle up and hop aboard the Scenic Railroad, where festive sights and sing-along fun set the tone for the night. And when the sun sets? The park glows. Millions of lights twinkle across the landscape, turning an evening stroll into a storybook moment perfect for photos, memories, and maybe a few “oohs” and “aahs.”

Why Kids (and Parents) Love It

Stone Mountain Christmas isn’t just one activity—it’s an entire night of holiday discovery. There’s room to explore, time to slow down, and plenty of moments that feel special without feeling rushed. It’s the kind of outing where kids are wide-eyed, parents are actually relaxed, and everyone leaves feeling a little more festive than when they arrived.

Make DeKalb Your Holiday Home Base

Family Fun Day is all about finding experiences that bring everyone together—and Stone Mountain Christmas does exactly that. Whether you’re visiting from nearby or making DeKalb part of your seasonal traditions, this kid-approved adventure is a must-do during the holidays.

Looking for more family-friendly fun while you’re here? Discover DeKalb has you covered with even more ways to play, explore, and celebrate all season long.