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Sparkle Sandy Springs

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Holiday lights, inflatables, and visitors celebrating during Sparkle Sandy Springs.

Note: The information on this page is about a past event. Stay tuned for details about Sparkle 2026.

Sparkle Sandy Springs is the City’s annual holiday celebration featuring an award-winning nighttime parade. The City Springs District transforms into a winter wonderland with larger-than-life inflatables, a food and gift market, and a tree and menorah lighting.

This year’s parade and celebration takes place on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Event Schedule

  • 4:00 p.m. – Holiday festivities begin. Sparkle Wonderland and the Food and Gift Market open.
  • 4:30 p.m. – Live holiday music by Ansley Stewart on the City Green stage.
  • 6:00 p.m. – Sparkle Parade begins.
  • 6:15 p.m. – Sparkle Wonderland closes.
  • 6:50 p.m. – Tree and menorah lighting ceremony.
  • 7:30 p.m. – Food and Gift Market closes, followed by the final Skate City Springs session.

Note: Event details and times are subject to change.

Sparkle Parade floats, marching bands, and illuminated holiday displays at night.

Parade and Tree Lighting

The Sparkle Parade features floats, marching bands, dancers, and more — all illuminated with twinkling holiday lights.

The parade concludes with a menorah and tree lighting ceremony.

Sparkle Parade Map, Viewing Areas, and More

Families enjoying holiday inflatables and entertainment at Sparkle Wonderland.

Sparkle Wonderland

Listen to live carolers or take holiday photos with larger-than-life inflatables.

Discover Sparkle Wonderland

Holiday food vendors, gift booths, and festive decorations at Sparkle Village.

Food, Gifts, and Sparkle Village

Browse the Food and Gift Market for festive treats, local artwork, and holiday gifts.

The Food and Gift Market is located within Sparkle Village, a collection of miniature houses decorated with festive holiday designs.

Food, Gifts, and Sparkle Village Information

Visitors ice skating at Skate City Springs during the holiday event.

Skate City Springs

Before the parade begins, enjoy ice skating accompanied by live holiday music.

Learn More About Skate City Springs

Transportation, parking, and visitor guidance for Sparkle Sandy Springs.

Plan Your Visit

Whether you are arriving by car, bus, or rideshare, use these resources to plan your trip to Sparkle Sandy Springs.