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Fun, Free Activities for Kids in January 2025: 15 Free Things To Do in Atlanta with Kids

The Atlanta History Center is offering a free event to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, the Saturday before MLK Day. Photo courtesy of Kenan Research Center at the Atlanta History Center
The Atlanta History Center is offering a free event to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, the Saturday before MLK Day. Photo courtesy of Kenan Research Center at the Atlanta History Center
12/29/24 - By Elsa Simcik

Coming off the holiday season, Atlanta parents truly appreciate free things to do in January. After all, creating holiday magic isn't cheap and our bank accounts could use a month to catch up. Luckily, we've found free events and activities in Atlanta throughout the month of January—from MLK Day parades to Atlanta Motor Speedway's Open House and free storytimes in between. 

Besides our list of fun, free events in January 2025, we also have an entire guide dedicated to saving money and having fun: Free Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids. This Atlanta catalog has the best scoop on Free Museum Days in Atlanta, Free Things to Do on Cold and Rainy Days, and much more! Happy savings for the New Year!

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Free Things to Do with Kids in Atlanta January 2025

Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Fan Fest

Downtown
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
The Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl is back, and with it comes tons of family-friendly events beyond the football game.  READ MORE

Rudolph's Rink at Brookhaven Park

Brookhaven
January 3-5, 2025
Rudolph’s Rink is open Fridays - Sundays from December 7 - January 5 at Brookhaven Park. Ice skating is FREE but guests must reserve timeslots online in advance.  READ MORE

Free First Saturday at Dunwoody Nature Center

Dunwoody
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Join Dunwoody Nature Center staff on a family walk around the property. Every month is a different theme.  READ MORE

Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Various locations
Saturdays in January
On the first Saturday of each month, Atlanta-area Home Depot locations offer free in-person kids' workshops.  READ MORE

Sunday FUNdays at Michael C. Carlos Museum

Druid Hills
Sunday, January 5, 2025
On the first Sunday of the month during the academic year, the Michael C. Carlos museum offers free admission and drop-in studio activities for families from 12 - 4 p.m. READ MORE

King Holiday Observance at The King Center

Old Fourth Ward
January 7 - 20, 2025
The weeklong event includes a global community youth summit, a youth book-reading, and beloved community awards. On MLK Day, Monday January 20, the King Center hosts a community service project.  READ MORE

UPS Second Sunday at the High

Midtown
Sunday, January 12, 2025
On the second Sunday of each month, families head to the High Museum of Art for FREE admission for all visitors and special family-friendly programming. Kids art-making activities, performances, and the High’s permanent collection and special exhibitions.   READ MORE

MLK Day at the Atlanta History Center

Buckhead
Saturday, January 18, 2025
The Atlanta History Center is offering a free event to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, the Saturday before MLK Day. Families will appreciate the kids' activities. Visitors will have access to the museum as well.  READ MORE

Build a Toy Snowplow Workshop at Lowe's

Various locations
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Mini-DIYers head to Lowe’s to attend a workshop hosted by a Lowes employee. Kids learn how to make a toy snowplow.  READ MORE

MLK National Day of Service

Various locations
Monday, January 20, 2025
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day each year, all Americans are encouraged to step up to make communities more equitable and take action to create the Beloved Community of Dr. King’s dream. Examples include cleaning up a public space, mentoring a young person, or helping those who are food insecure. READ MORE

MLK Day Parade and Program Celebration in Lawrenceville

Lawrenceville
Monday, January 20, 2025
The United Ebony Society invites everyone to attend their annual MLK Day parade, followed by an indoor celebration at Central Gwinnett High School. 2025's theme is "Don't Give up the Dream." The parade begins at The Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center and ends at CG High School.  READ MORE

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Various locations
Monday, January 20, 2025
On select days throughout the year, all national parks are open to the public with no admission fee.  READ MORE

MLK: Life & Legacy in Sandy Springs

Sandy Springs
Monday, January 20, 2025
This family-friendly event is designed to celebrate, educate, and share the teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr. The event will feature an educational film screening and children's activity stations.  READ MORE

Storytime at Little Shop of Stories

Decatur
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Every Tuesday and Thursday Little Shop of Stories hosts storytime for about 30-40 minutes for little ones and their caregivers.  READ MORE

Atlanta Motor Speedway Open House

Hampton
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Atlanta Motor Speedway is inviting fans to come see the historic speedway for themselves and enjoy fan-centric activities during its Speedway Open House. READ MORE

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