Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Lunar New Year 2024 Dates Coming soonLunar New Year FestivalStone Mountain Park is proud to host the Largest Lunar New Year Spectacular in North America. This brand-new festival features a Drone Show, a Light Show on the largest screen in the world, cultural craft activities, storytelling, puppetry, dance and drum exhibitions, parades, and other cultural elements.2023 Event Schedule10:00 am – 5:00 pm Summit Skyride4:00 pm – 9:00 pm Dinosaur Explore, Dinotorium, Mini-golf, 4-D theater4:00 pm – 7:30 pm Cultural craft activities, storytelling & puppetry, dance & drum exhibitions, roaming streetmosphere ambassadors7:30 pm – 8:00 pm Parade through Crossroads8:00 pm – 8:30 pm Martial arts demonstrations, music, drama, and dance on Memorial Lawn8:30 pm – 9:00 pm Lunar New Year Drone Show, Light Show, and fireworks finale*All times are subject to change without notice.Some elements may be postponed or cancelled due to inclement weather.Parades, led by dancers in colorful traditional dress, will take over Crossroads each night. Also featured are the Dragon and Lion dance teams, music and drums, and a lantern parade.Martial arts demonstrations, dance, drama, music, and dragon and lion dance teams will perform on the main stage on the lawn.Hundreds of red and gold lanterns will hang throughout Crossroads.Learn calligraphy, yo-yo making, knot tying, and more from certified instructors from the Chinese Cultural School of Atlanta. *nominal fee for craft activations paid to the instructorsVoyage to the Moon – 4D – Pandas embark on a heroic journey to save their father who is stranded on the moon! Led by their fearless sister, the pandas use a homemade rocket ship to fly through the festival and launch into space—only to find that the moon isn’t as enchanting as it appears to be! In order to rescue their father and escape the evil overlord of the moon’s Wishing Tree “factory”, these pandas must come together to save the day!Enjoy signature Asian foods including bubble tea, dumplings, and more.Lunar New Year Drone ShowEnd each evening with a festive Drone Show featuring 200 color-changing drones creating amazing aerial formations synced to music, then watch the massive Lunar New Year Light Show projecting images on the mountain along with immersive lights and special effects, followed by a fireworks finale.SPECIAL THANKS TO THEChinese Cultural School of AtlantaOn-Site Lodging OptionsStay & Play!Georgia’s largest family campground, the full-service Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort and the historic Inn at Stone Mountain Park are all conveniently located right inside Stone Mountain Park. Whether you prefer a rustic retreat or a spacious suite, you’ll find the perfect lodging option for your visit.Learn More
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Native American Festival and Pow Wow Native American Festival and Pow WowBring your family to experience the energy and color of the largest Native American gathering in Georgia. Free to Mountain Members, the four-day Native American Festival and Pow-Wow was named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society.Dates: November 3-6, 2022This event showcases Native American culture through dance, music, authentic craft demonstrations, cooking traditions, storytelling, wildlife presentations and more.Experience the central role of dance in native culture as Native Americans from across the U.S. and Central America compete in inter-tribal dance and drum competitions.Learn about primitive skills such as flint-knapping, bow making, fire starting, open fire cooking, and pottery. Crawl inside a tipi and other traditional native dwellings. Parents and children can participate in interactive experiences such as an encampment showing the lifestyle of local and regional historic Native American cultures.Find that one-of-a-kind holiday gift in the artists’ marketplace, where world-renowned Native and Native-inspired artists and crafters demonstrate their skills and offer hand-crafted items for sale.For general event inquiries and requests pertaining to vending, sponsorship and performances email us at powwow@stonemountainpark.comTo book a field trip or for more field trip information click here.Things To Know 11/2/2023 — 11/5/2023Pow Wow Performance Schedule
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration Attractions close at 9pm immediately following the Early New Year’s Eve CelebrationKids’ Early New Year’s Eve CelebrationBecause kids are just as excited to ring in the New Year as their parents—but need to be in bed before midnight—Stone Mountain Park is set to host an early New Year’s Eve Celebration.During Stone Mountain Christmas on Dec. 31, Stone Mountain Park will operate the Christmas event as usual and then we’ll ring in the early New Year with a magical snowfall and early 2023 countdown. When the clock strikes 9 p.m., enjoy snow and fireworks to usher in the early New Year!Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve is available during Stone Mountain Christmas and is included with a daily Christmas Attractions Ticket or annual Mountain Membership. Please check calendar for dates and hours of operation prior to your visit.Buy Attractions TicketsThings To Know 12/31/2022 Crossroads
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Father’s Day Car Show Father’s Day Car ShowDue to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled.
SEPT. 16 – OCT. 29, 2023Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin FestivalPlay by Day, Glow by Night, returns bigger, better and brighter than ever!Play by day as you enjoy family-friendly park attractions and special fall entertainment featuring some of your favorite classic storybook characters! Then, after the sun goes down, you’ll glow by night in a whole new light with our nighttime parade, NEW World’s Largest Pumpkin Light Show, and plenty of other not-so-spooky glowing experiences!Buy Attractions TicketsFestival MapShow SchedulePLAY BY DAYTake in all the splendor of autumn as you embark on a day full of fun at Stone Mountain Park! Enjoy your favorite park attractions including the Scenic Railroad, Dinosaur Explore, and The Wizard of Oz 4-D Experience. Plus, special fall entertainment like character meet-n-greets, story-telling with Mother Goose, and plenty of fall décor perfect for those Instagram moments.Family-Friendly AttractionsFrom a journey around the mountain aboard a full-size locomotive to an adventurous round of miniature golf, Pumpkin Festival features attractions everyone will enjoy!Special Fall EntertainmentDaytime entertainment is full of character meet and greets, storytelling, comedic shows, and a pie eating contest!The Reviews Are In“It was well worth the money and the Parade at the end of the night is amazing.” Julie S., September 24, 2020“Very clean, very well organized to handle social distancing. Pumpkin décor is outstanding this year!” Google Review, September 29, 2020“This was our first time going to the pumpkin fest, we weren’t sure what to expect. The decorations were very cute and well presented, there were a few scattered events for children to participate in like a ‘pie eating contest’ and dance competition. The ‘Dino glow’ experience was nicely done. We certainly were not disappointed with our visit.” Google Review, September 28, 2020GLOW BY NIGHTGlow by night is an immersive experience this year with even more glow and nighttime outdoor fun. Guests can explore amazing glow-in-the-dark experiences throughout the festival including thousands of glowing lights, massive jack-o-lanterns, a giant glowing pumpkin tree, costumed characters, glow-in-the-dark mini-golf, and glow-in-the-dark dinosaurs. Don’t miss the World’s Largest Pumpkin Light Show!Wrap up a day of fun fall festivities with the Glow-A-Long Parade, enjoy some not-so-spooky entertainment and explore all-new glow-in-the-dark experiences guaranteed to amaze your family!The World’s Largest Pumpkin Light ShowMarvel at the World’s Largest Pumpkin Light Show! This state-of-the-art light show celebrates all things Halloween with themed songs, an immersive canopy of lights, unique video, all-new special effects, and fireworks! Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event that will add a magical glow to your night.*Attractions Ticket or Mountain Membership required.The Enchanted Glow-A-Long ParadeEnd the night with a glowing nighttime parade featuring themed floats and favorite storybook characters in this high-energy dance party that wraps up with a fireworks finale you won’t want to miss.Glow-In-The Dark ExperiencesThe glowing experiences are infinite! With even more glow this year, visit the Treasure Island walk-through experience and hunt for buried treasure. Follow Dorothy as she is swept from Kansas to Oz. Help Alice through the Queen of Heart’s blacklight maze to catch the White Rabbit. See what Dinosaurs do after dark at the Dino Glow Experience. Wander through the Enchanted Forest, with a glowing wonderland of towering trees and over-sized flowers.Explore Unique Themed AreasTake an outdoor journey through classic storybook tales that come to life with even more glow! Wander through 10 themed areas with over 40 newly imagined scenes, thousands of glowing lights, massive carved pumpkins, bubbles, fog and plenty of not-so-spooky, glowing adventures after sunset.“Lots to do and see! Great for a family! We went during the Pumpkin Festival and will definitely be back next year!” Samantha, Google Reviewer 2020“The Pumpkin Festival was phenomenal! We had a blast! Will make this a family tradition for years to come!” Lisa, Google Reviewer 2020Frequently Asked QuestionsDo I need a ticket to enjoy Pumpkin Festival?Yes, an Attractions Ticket or Mountain Membership are required for entrance into the Pumpkin Festival.Can I purchase certain attraction tickets individually during Pumpkin Festival?Only Summit Skyride tickets may be purchased individually during Pumpkin Festival. All other attractions will require either a daily Attractions Ticket or annual Mountain Membership.On-Site Lodging OptionsStay & Play!Georgia’s largest family campground, the full-service Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort and the historic Inn at Stone Mountain Park are all conveniently located right inside Stone Mountain Park. Whether you prefer a rustic retreat or a spacious suite, you’ll find the perfect lodging option for your visit.Learn More
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Easter Sunrise Service Easter Sunrise ServiceExperience serenity and peace as Stone Mountain Park presents two simultaneous, inter-denominational Easter services at the top of the mountain and at the base of the mountain on the Memorial Lawn.Special guests Bryant Wright and Crawford Loritts will be delivering the message at the top of the mountain. Bryant is the Founder and Chairman of Right From The Heart Ministries, an international media ministry, which he began in 1992. He is also the President of the international relief organization, Send Relief. He retired as the founding Senior Pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in 2019. Crawford is President and Founder of Beyond Our Generation. He has been a church planter, served for 27 years on the staff of Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ), and served for 15 years as Sr. Pastor of Fellowship Bible Church in Roswell.EVENT DETAILSPark Gates will open at 3:00 AM and the Summit Skyride will open at 4:00 AM to begin taking guests to the summit. Services will begin at 7:00 AM. Please allow at least an extra hour due to expected large crowds. Both services will feature sign language interpreters for hearing impaired guests.EVENT HISTORYThe event began in 1944 before the land around Stone Mountain was officially owned by the State of Georgia. Lucille A. Lanford, from Stone Mountain First United Methodist Church, suggested that the church’s youth group climb to the top of Stone Mountain on Easter morning to watch the sunrise. The event grew from that one youth group to thousands ascending the mountain every Easter since.TICKETSVehicle entry to the park is $20 for a one-day permit or $40 for an annual permit. Church vans and buses enter free. Skyride fees are $20 for round-trip and $15 for one-way. There are no fees for the walk-up trail to the top of the mountain.Visitors planning to stay the whole day can enjoy all of Stone Mountain Park’s family-friendly attractions, including access to the Skyride, with an Attractions Ticket.Buy ParkingThings To Know 4/9/2023
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events A Tour of Southern Ghosts A Tour of Southern GhostsJoin the Atlanta family tradition and meet professional storytellers spinning their tales of famous (and not-so-famous) Southern Ghosts along the lantern-lit paths of the Historic Square grounds at Stone Mountain Park.“A Tour of Southern Ghosts” is held during the Halloween season so the stories are a little scary, many times humorous, but never too frightening and always appropriate for young children. Each night offers a different cast of six storytellers, which means audience members may return to “A Tour of Southern Ghosts” on additional nights to hear a new collection of stories. Call the number below for each night’s featured storytellers.All proceeds benefit the ongoing programs of ART Station, a non-profit contemporary arts center located in Stone Mountain Village in the City of Stone Mountain. Founded in 1986, ART Station provides cultural and educational opportunities for the entire community, focusing its programming on quality southern works of art and artists.Learn MoreFor additional information regarding “A Tour of Southern Ghosts” or ART Station programming, please call 770-469-1105 or visit artstation.org.Things To Know Historic Square
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Labor Day Weekend Celebration SEPT. 2 – SEPT. 4, 2023Labor Day WeekendStone Mountain Park honors and appreciates everyday working heroes during our Labor Day Weekend Celebration. Enjoy a day of adventure on our family-friendly attractions.NEW Summer Light ShowPresented by the Georgia Office of Highway SafetyComplete your evening at the world’s largest Light Show with EPIC extended fireworks. The NEW Summer Light Show promises to be bigger, and more breathtaking than ever with completely immersive lighting, more fireworks, lasers, and flame effects, new music tracks, and a Drone Show with 250 color-changing drones synchronized to music. The show will create a magnificent display of light and sound that transports guests to another world.Buy Light Show TicketsCapacity for the New Summer Light Show and fireworks celebration is limited. We recommend securing your spot as soon as possible so you don’t miss it!Coming SoonFUN-FILLED DAYSExciting AttractionsEmbark on an exciting adventure at Dinosaur Explore, which features more than 20 life-size dinosaurs moving and roaring like their ancient ancestors. Take a journey around the mountain on the Scenic Railroad and be sure to play a round of mini-golf… the adventures are endless!See All AttractionsStay & Play!Be as close to the fun as possible when you stay at one of our onsite lodging properties.Explore Lodging
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Memorial Day Weekend MAY 26-29, 2023Memorial Day WeekendStone Mountain Park Honors Our Troops and Their Families at Atlanta’s Largest Four-Day Memorial Weekend Event! Join us for a special salute to the troops with an extended fireworks finale following the NEW World’s Largest Summer Light Show! FOUR NIGHTS IN A ROW!Buy Attractions TicketsNEW Summer Light Show & FireworksMarvel as the skies above light up in a specially choreographed musical tribute honoring the brave men and women who protect our country. The special patriotic fireworks finale will immediately follow the NEW Summer Light Show.Stone Mountain Park invested in new Light Show technology that boasts ten times more lumens, ten times larger video projection, and ten times more laser beams than the classic Lasershow. This summer’s show promises to be bigger, and more breathtaking than ever with completely immersive lighting, more fireworks, lasers, and flame effects, new music tracks, and a Drone Show with 250 color-changing drones synchronized to music. The show will create a magnificent display of light and sound that transports guests to another world.
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Stone Mountain Christmas Nov. 11 – Dec. 31, 2023Visit Atlanta’s Most Heartwarming Holiday Celebration NowEach day during Stone Mountain Christmas, you can enjoy park attractions including Summit Skyride, Scenic Railroad, and more! Then, become immersed in holiday magic with evenings full of festive music, millions of dazzling lights, spectacular shows and visits from some of your favorite holiday characters!Christmas Drone ShowWatch in amazement as hundreds of drones light up the sky as they fly above the reflection pond in the Christmas Drone Show*. See larger-than-life festive aerial formations professionally choreographed with color-changing lights and synced to favorite holiday music in this twelve-minute, must-see show!Magical Experiences!Share heartwarming moments with your family while you discover what makes Stone Mountain Christmas Atlanta’s favorite holiday celebration. Catch favorite experiences including the World’s Largest Christmas Light Show and the Christmas Parade!World’s Largest Christmas Light ShowCelebrate the spirit of the season with this 20-minute experience. Your favorite holiday songs are brought to life with unique videos, new special effects and a fireworks finale. Before you know it, the whole family will be singing along!Catch Santa’s Big FlightYou don’t want to miss this special appearance from Santa himself as he flies overhead in his sleigh each night during the Enchanted Tree Lighting Ceremony!**Some shows including Drones and Santa’s Flight may be canceled due to winds and unfavorable weather.Holiday FavoritesCapture precious moments during festive experiences full of holiday cheer that are sure to get you in the Christmas spirit!Visit with SantaBring your Christmas wishes to the big man himself, live and in person, at his North Pole office. Enjoy a chat with Santa while you get a peek at where all the magic begins.Journey through Musical Frosted ForestImmerse yourself in the Musical Frosted Forest where you’ll be mesmerized by beautiful lights, sights and sounds!Special Holiday EntertainmentEnjoy several unique live shows full of holiday cheer that are sure to get you in the Christmas spirit!Crossroads CarolersEnjoy these renowned Christmas Carolers as they sing some of your all time Holiday favorites!Christmas ParadeWatch as Santa, Mrs. Claus and a host of other holiday figures make their way through the streets of Stone Mountain Christmas to spread the joy of the season.A Christmas CarolLaugh out loud during this hilarious take on Charles Dickens’ classic tale of redemption.Family-Friendly FunEnjoy several of Stone Mountain Park’s unique attractions including the Scenic Railroad, 4D Movie Theater, Mini-Golf and more during Stone Mountain Christmas!See AttractionsJurassic ChristmasDid you know dinosaurs love to celebrate the holidays? Visit our dinosauars to see what they’re doing to get in the Christmas spirit and stick around into the night to see the special Christmas Dino Glow Experience.Take a Ride on the Scenic RailroadThis lively journey around the mountain by day becomes a special sing-along experience by night!The Polar Express: The 4D ExperienceAll aboard for a movie experience where you’ll find that the true meaning of Christmas lies in your heart.On-Site Lodging OptionsStay & Play!Be as close to the fun as possible when you stay at one of our onsite lodging properties.Learn More
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Summer at the Rock JUNE 10 – JULY 21, 2023Summer at the RockFrom fun-filled attractions to special summer entertainment and the nightly NEW Summer Light Show presented by the Georgia Office of Highway Safety, it’s the perfect destination for you and your family to unplug and reconnect during summer.Experience Summer TogetherFill your summer calendar with adventure and great family attractions. Board the Scenic Railroad and take a trip around the base of the Mountain. Challenge yourself on SkyHike®, the nation’s largest family adventure course, or soar to the top of the mountain on the Summit Skyride… the adventures are endless! Attractions Dinosaur Explore CrossroadsEmbark on a journey where you and your family will encounter dinosaurs so BIG, so LIFELIKE, you’ll swear you’ve gone Jurassic! Experience over 20 life-size, moving, roaring prehistoric creatures, visit interactive paleontology tents and take a selfie at fantastic photo ops! More Details Dinotorium CrossroadsExperience four levels of indoor fun, games and scientific wonder sure to captivate you and your Dino Rangers-in-training. More Details See All AttractionsAVAILABLE EVERY NIGHT DURING SUMMER AT THE ROCKAll-NEW Summer Light Show!Be sure to stay into the evening for the NEW Summer Light Show presented by the Georgia Office of Highway Safety, showing nightly during Summer at the Rock. . This summer’s show promises to be bigger, and more breathtaking than ever with completely immersive lighting, more fireworks, lasers, and flame effects, new music tracks, and a Drone Show with 250 color-changing drones synchronized to music. The show will create a magnificent display of light and sound that transports guests to another world.GET A MEMBERSHIPVisit All Summer LongSee everything during Summer at the Rock, including attractions and entertainment, plus visit for an entire year with an annual Mountain Membership.Buy a Membership
Spring FUN BreakApril 1 – 9, 2023Spring FUN BreakSchool’s out! Celebrate with a memorable day at Atlanta’s favorite natural wonderland for family fun! Enjoy specialty entertainment like Puppy Pals Comedic Stunt Dog Show, and park attractions like Dinosaur Explore, Scenic Railroad, 4-D Theater and more. Plus, stay into the night for the Lasershow Spectacular*! Spring at Stone Mountain Park is as colorful as the season.*Lasershow not available Sunday, April 9Attractions scheduleLasershow SpectacularApril 1 – 8 @ 8:30 pmThe Lasershow Spectacular in Mountainvision® is a can’t-miss Atlanta tradition that will wow your family with lasers, digital graphics, lights, music, and awe-inspiring effects. This will be the last chance to see the classic Lasershow Spectacular before it goes away! The last show will be April 29.Learn MoreAT STONE MOUNTAIN PARKOutdoor Adventures Attractions Dinosaur Explore CrossroadsEmbark on a journey where you and your family will encounter dinosaurs so BIG, so LIFELIKE, you’ll swear you’ve gone Jurassic! Experience over 20 life-size, moving, roaring prehistoric creatures, visit interactive paleontology tents and take a selfie at fantastic photo ops! More Details Dinotorium CrossroadsExperience four levels of indoor fun, games and scientific wonder sure to captivate you and your Dino Rangers-in-training. More Details Camp Highland Outpost CrossroadsExciting outdoor challenges for the entire family including rock walls to climb, plus a low ropes course with multiple line bridges. More Details See All AttractionsBecome a MemberThere’s always something exciting for your family at Stone Mountain Park and an annual Membership pays for itself in just two visits! Enjoy Spring FUN Break, plus get a full year of access to attractions, seasonal live entertainment and more!Explore Memberships
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Stone Mountain Highland Games *photo credit Andrew McMillanStone Mountain Highland GamesSince 1972, the picturesque grounds of the Stone Mountain Park meadow, a short drive northeast of Atlanta, Georgia, have resounded with the sounds of bagpipes, fiddles and harps during the third weekend in October.Each year, thousands of Scots (even those that wish to be ‘Scot for the Day’) from around the world will don their family tartans and gather to greet old friends and make new ones too.One of the premier Scottish festivals in the US, Stone Mountain Highland Games will feature colorful pipe bands, Scottish Athletics, Piping and Drumming competitions, Highland dancers competing before judges of worldwide renown, Country Dancing, Scottish Harping and Fiddling. Scottish foods and drink, clan tents and vendors selling lovely goods imported from the British Isles, and Celtic performers are also a part of this traditional gathering.For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.smhg.orgThings To Know 10/21/2023 — 10/22/2023*Photo credit Andrew McMillan
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Yellow Daisy Festival Yellow Daisy FestivalBecome a SponsorCrafter ApplicationFood Vendor ApplicationFAQsAsk A QuestionSEPT. 7 – SEPT. 10, 2023Join Us for the 55th Annual Yellow Daisy FestivalVoted one of the top arts & crafts shows in the nation by Sunshine Artist Magazine, a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event, and winner of multiple awards by the Southeast Festival and Events Association. More than 300 artists and crafters display their works for guests’ appreciation and purchase. Fabulous festival food and crafter demonstrations are the highlights of this special event. Thank you for a great event in 2022. We look forward to seeing you next year.
Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Fantastic Fourth Celebration JULY 1 – JULY 5, 2023Fantastic Fourth CelebrationVoted the “Best Place to see Fireworks in Atlanta” by Atlanta Journal-Constitution readers, a “Must-See Fireworks Show” by USA Today and one of Reader’s Digest’s picks for “America’s Most Spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks.”Enjoy a day full of adventure with great family attractions and live entertainment, then stay into the evening to experience the NEW World’s Largest Summer Light Show presented by the Georgia Office of Highway Safety followed by the exact same patriotic fireworks finale each night of the celebration! Reservations for the Summer Light Show are required, so make yours now!Buy Attractions TicketsFamily Friendly AttractionsFrom a visit with pre-historic giants to a scenic railroad tour, our Fantastic Fourth Celebration features all of your favorite family attractions!See All AttractionsPRESENTED BY THE GEORGIA OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETYNightly NEW Summer Light ShowStone Mountain Park invested in new Light Show technology that boasts ten times more lumens, ten times larger video projection, and ten times more laser beams than the classic Lasershow. This summer’s show promises to be bigger, and more breathtaking than ever with completely immersive lighting, more fireworks, lasers, and flame effects, new music tracks, and a Drone Show with 250 color-changing drones synchronized to music. The show will create a magnificent display of light and sound that transports guests to another world. In addition, we’re lighting up the night sky with the same exact fireworks show following the NEW Summer Light Show all five nights of the celebration! Reservations for the Summer Light Show are required, so make yours now!
