Sparkle Sandy Springs
Sparkle Sandy Springs is the City's annual holiday celebration with an award-winning night-time parade! City Springs District is transformed into a winter wonderland with larger-than-life inflatables, snow machines, twinkling holiday houses, and more!
This year's parade and celebration is on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
- 4:00 p.m. - Holiday magic begins! Sparkle Wonderland and the Food & Gift Market open.
- 4:30 p.m. - Live Holiday Music by Ansley Stewart on City Green stage
- 6:00 p.m. - Sparkle Parade steps off
- 6:15 p.m. - Sparkle Wonderland closes (after parade passes it)
- 6:50 p.m. - Lighting of Tree & Menorah
- 7:30 p.m. - Food & Gift Market closes
Subject to change. Skate City Springs hours to be announced.
Parade & Tree Lighting
The Sparkle Parade features floats, marching bands, dancers, characters, and more -- all covered with magical, twinkling lights! The parade concludes with a Menorah & Tree Lighting.
Sparkle Wonderland
Frolic in the snow, listen to live carolers, or snap a holiday photo with one of the larger-than-life inflatables!
Food, Gifts, & Village
Browse the Food & Gift Market to find tasty food, sweet treats, and gifts from local artists!
The Market is nestled within the Sparkle Village - miniature houses adorned with festive designs.
Skate City Springs
Prior to parade start, enjoy ice skating to live holiday music!
Skate City Springs may operate unique hours during this event.
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Plan Your Visit
Whether you're traveling by car, bus, or a sleigh pulled by eight flying reindeer - This is your go-to guide for getting here.
🚗 Arrive by Car (Parking & Shuttle)
🚏 Arrive by Bus (MARTA Information)