Know Before You Go

SCHEDULE - Sunday, December 8

Subject to change.

Road closures begin at 3pm. Parking Deck entrance/exits close during the parade. Learn more about Road closures / Parking Deck closures.

• 4:00 p.m. - Festivities begin! (Attractions open) 
  • Sparkle Wonderland 
  • Sparkle Village 
  • Gift Market & Food Trucks 
  • Skate City Springs
• 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. - Live music
• 6:00 p.m. - Sparkle Parade steps off 
• 6:50 p.m. - Menorah & Tree lighting 
• 7:00 p.m. - Event ends (Sparkle Wonderland, Gift Market, & Food Trucks all close)  

WEATHER

Weather information will be posted as we approach the event date. Stay tuned! 

WHERE TO PARK

Due to anticipated heavy traffic and road closures, you should plan to use the FREE SHUTTLE that will run between Lake Forest Elementary School and Sparkle Sandy Springs throughout the event. 

ADA Parking is available in South Lot and the City Springs Parking Deck. 

Learn more about Getting to Sparkle Sandy Springs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 

Is it free?

• The event is free to attend.
• Items will be available for purchase, including at the Artist Market, Food Trucks, etc. 

What should I bring?

• Wear comfortable shoes. The walk from most parking lots to Sparkle Sandy Springs is 0.5 miles or less.
• Staff will be utilizing golf carts during the event and will not be able to give rides to attendees.

Can I bring table / chairs? 

• Blankets & lawn chairs are allowed in parade viewing areas. 
• Due to the Skate City Springs rink, blankets & lawn chairs are not allowed on City Green. 
• No tents. No pop-up tents, tarp tents, or canopy tents.
• No outside tables. Please do not move existing bistro tables and chairs on the plaza.

Can I bring my dog?

For the safety of both pets and people, we ask that you leave your pets at home during the event. Service animals are permitted. 

Where are the restrooms?

• Restrooms & porta-potties are available throughout Sparkle Sandy Springs & approved parking lots. ADA restrooms are available at all locations. 

Can I bring my drone? 

• Drones are not permitted.

Are there any road closures? 

• Yes! Road closure information to be announced. 
• Customers will be able to access the Springs Landing Shopping Center (Brooklyn Café). 
• Residents of Blue Stone Lofts, the Aston, and other neighboring apartments will be able to access their parking garages. 

• The City Springs Parking Deck will be closed during the parade (times may vary) 

  • East Entrance closed 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM

  • West Entrance closed 6:15 - 7:00 PM