Aaaah....Christmas in Carrollton...a time for family, togetherness, and tradition.

While trimming the tree, sipping egg nog, and watching timeless classics such as Frosty and Rudolf will never go out of style, Christmas can also be a time to start new traditions. Going into the city to see a classic performance; leisurely cruising through an impressive light display; or touring a magnificent mansion festooned in holiday ornamentation are all ways you can begin a holiday tradition the family will look forward to every year.

If you live in Carrollton, you are close to several wonderful holiday events in and around our community. Experience one of the following with your family and begin a new tradition everyone will love!

"Magical Nights of Lights" at Lake Lanier Island Resorts
The Twelve Days of Christmas, Jack & the Beanstalk, and the North Pole Express, are just a few of the well-known stories featured in an array of lights, while pony rides  and holiday shopping top off the seven-mile drive. With millions of spectacular Christmas lights to take your breath away, don't forget to visit Santa and the petting zoo! Now through January 1, 2012.

Atlanta Ballet's "Nutcracker"
Go and experience the enchanting holiday story at the Fabulous Fox Theatre, December 8-24th, 2011. It is sure to be an experience the family will never forget. Tickets start at $35. December 8 - 24th.

Charles Dicken's "A Christmas Carol"
Watch a wonderful stage production of this heartwarming story about the true meaning of Christmas at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta. Tickets start at $35. November 25 - December 24, 2011.

"A Stone Mountain Christmas" at Stone Mountain Park
Light up your holiday every year at Stone Mountain Park. With a dozen performances, two million lights, a train ride, and an enchanting visit from the Snow Angel, it will surely be a celebration to cherish every year. Don't forget the Polar Express 4-D Experience!

Callaway Gardens "Fantasy in Lights"
From November 18 - December 30, 2011, enjoy the most spectacular light and sound show in the south, located in Pine Mountain, Georgia at Callaway Gardens. Drive your car or ride the Jolly Trolley through eight million lights, featuring March of the Toy Soldiers and Snowflake Valley. Drive through or stay a night or two. Packages available.

Christmas at Callanwolde
A 27,000 square-foot Gothic-Tudor mansion in Atlanta transformed for the holidays by designers and featuring cabererts, gingerbread houses, Santa, centerpiece demonstrations, and shopping. You must see! Create a new tradition at Callanwolde. December 5 - 18, 2011.

Browse our Carrollton Holiday Guide for more great Carrollton Christmas ideas!