Good morning, Athens.

This weekend, Athens will host several holiday events including a tree-lighting festival with hayrides and a live concert at Beechwood Shopping Center on Nov.

29 along with a Beatles and R.E.M. tribute show at The Foundry—other events feature a craft market at DanceFX Studio, a holiday market at the Athens-Clarke County Library, and a vendor fair at Athentic Brewing Company on Nov. 30.

Trees for Tuition raised funds for college scholarships by selling and delivering Christmas trees — a holiday tradition that began as a small side project by two Atlanta teenagers and grew into a major program.

Local teen Soneesh Kothagundla, national director of the American Lung Cancer Initiative, launched an in-flight campaign yesterday—he persuaded airline crews to allow screening announcements urging passengers to get cancer screenings.

Georgia Tech shifted its home game to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for a $10 million guarantee so the Georgia–Georgia Tech rivalry game will be played today with the Bulldogs as visitors—adding a familiar feel for a historic matchup.

The Yellow Jackets will return their home games to Bobby Dodd Stadium in 2026 as part of a schedule change.

Athens Farmers Market

8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Bishop Park — Free entry — Discover fresh local produce and handmade goods from over 40 vendors every Saturday.

YBH® Symbiotic Birth Course

7-9 p.m. — M2b Family Farm — Registration required — A comprehensive birth course for expecting parents focused on natural and low intervention childbirth.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Classic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a breathtaking holiday spectacular combining circus arts with beloved seasonal favorites.

Corey Smith Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — Tickets required — Experience Corey Smith's homecoming performance showcasing songs from his 10th album.

WILLIS Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $32+ — Experience the indie rock sound of WILLIS, a band with viral success and a loyal fanbase.

Nuçi's Space 25th Anniversary Benefit Concert

6:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Nuçi's Space — Ticket information not available — Celebrate 25 years of music, healing, and community with live performances from beloved local musicians.

Athens Winter Wonderland Craft and Vendor Market

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Tanger Outlets Commerce — Free entry — Discover unique handmade crafts and festive goods at this magical holiday market.

A Charlie Brown Christmas Performance by Good Grief Trio

7-9 p.m. — Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture — Tickets $15-20, Family pack for $60 — Enjoy a soulful rendition of the beloved holiday classic with the Good Grief Trio.

Now After Nothing Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Flicker Theatre & Bar — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of music featuring Fixation Fantasy by Now After Nothing.

BloodKin Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening with BloodKin & Friends featuring special guest Kevn Kinney.