Scott And Carol Present - A Stone Mountain Christmas!

Stone Mountain Park, in the city of the same name, takes on a whole new look for the Christmas. Lots of lights, new activities, and new shows abound for the Holiday Season. It is easy to see why it has become Atlanta's most heartwarming celebration.

The Singalong Christmas Train offers a 5 mile trip around the park, and with a pause in the journey, the telling of The Gift story has become a family tradition.

The first time we watched the improv version of A Christmas Carol, we knew we would be back to see it again. Trying to count how many different ways they mispronounce Bob Cratchit's last name make this a must-see show.

With only four characters, plus one chosen from the audience, they portray eleven adults, four ghosts, and Tiny Tim in a not so serious take on this Charles Dickens's classic. If you want a chance at being chosen, get there early and sit in the front row.

Much license is taken with the appearance of the characters, with costume changes on the fly, and the combination of character traits amongst the living and spirit world characters result in copious amounts of laughter for all ages

The Littlest Christmas Tree show carries both a great message and also some nice songs for children. With the last Christmas tree on the lot feeling sorry for itself by being passed over,

Nutty the Squirrel, Betty the Bunny, and Sammy the Skunk help the littlest Christmas tree find out that it has something to offer to the right family.

Here the littlest Christmas tree sings a sad tale of not feeling being able to light up her lights.

The whole gang sings a "cheer up" to the little tree ...  

and she realizes there is a special place for her and she begins to glow!

A 3-D projection decorated tree sits in the middle of the Crossroads. something new for 2017.

Of course, the Snow Angel makes her appearance to help light the tree and in the parade.

But her big number is the Snowfall Finale, when she enlists believes young and young at heart, help make snow fall on the walkways of Stone Mountain. Soaring above the crowd, the junior Snow Angels help make Christmas wishes come true.

The Christmas Parade was a big hit, with park guests lining both sides of the street to see various lit up floats, including the very popular I heart Santa float.

Also, the Nutcracker Express, driven by a very qualified engineer 

And, we all know when Santa arrives, in this case with Mrs Claus, the parade is ending. 

With lights and music, sledding after dark is fun for the whole family. Snow Mountain makes it happen with slides large and small.

Evidently, the Snow angel has been hard at work because there is lots of extra snow available for everyone to enjoy all day long.

The tree at the top of Stone Mountain can be seen for miles!

The Wonderland Walkway features lights synchronized to music, featuring your Christmas classics.

The Skylights Spectacular lets you walk through the display, with many thousands of lights, some projections, and the occasional snowfall.

If you follow the Wonderland Walkway to  Snow Angel Palace, you can be part of the experience of the A Wish For Snow show. If you hang around afterwards, you can meet Angelina, the Snow Angel herself.

As you wander the park, you see how beautiful the lights are, with the architecture and trees all accented. Christmas Carols in the air, yummy snacks and hot chocolate available.

Our thanks to the wonderful folks at Stone Mountain Park for their holiday hospitality. And, Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight!

Scott And Carol Present - A Stone Mountain Christmas

Here, under the Confederate Memorial Carving in Stone Mountain Park, is the only place "Atlantians" are willing to accept snow. We all remember what happened last winter, with drivers stuck for hours on the highways, and the entire metropolitan area shut down. But under the watchful eyes of Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and Thomas  J. "Stonewall" Jackson, children of all ages frolic in Snow Mountain, the civilized way to enjoy winter in the deep south.

There's lots to do in the SnoZone. Building castles and making snow angels are just two things to do, you are limited only by your imagination.

Cheers and victory dances arose every time some tossed a snowball through the hole at the Snowball Shootin' gallery! With targets both near and far, many parents challenged their little ones to a contest.

Families built igloos,

or snowmen, which ever they preferred.

Everyone over 36" tall can enjoy Avalanche Alley. The bigger the family that faster you go.

Tube Runners must be at least 42", and as you watch the video below you can see why.

Lots of fun, and a moving sidewalk to help you get back up the hill to do it all over again.

The Summit Skyride offer both a spectacular view of the Confederate Memorial Carving, and the skyline of Atlanta. You can see the lake, and on a clear day you can watch all the activity for over 50 miles away.

You can also get a bird's eye view of Snow Mountain.

Paul, the Project Director for Snow Mountain fills us in with some details.

With over 2 million lights, the displays sparkle and shine.

This lighted pathway leads to the mansion,, where the Snow Angel reigns.

The performers gather for the parade, with stops for mini performances along the way.

This man needs no introduction, for he is the highlight of the nightly parade.

Toyrific! brings your favorite misfit toys to life in the search to save the magic of Christmas.

Forever Christmas regales guests with holiday classics, from yesteryear and today.

A special treat for the younger audience members, black light toys.

You have never seen this version of "A Christmas Carol," if you haven't been to Stone Mountain Christmas. Above is just a little taste to whet your appetite.

The entrance gate beckons you to a winter wonderland

Here are some more views of the Christmas decorations at Stone Mountain. 

This tree is a light show in itself.

You can help the Snow Angel work her magic, and end your visit with fireworks. Fire and ice never blended so well together.

Watching fireworks through the snowflakes is an experience unique to Stone Mountain, and it happens every night.

Many thanks to Stan, Paul, and all of the wonderful people at Stone Mountain. Are the sleigh bells ringing for you yet? We heard them all over Stone Mountain Christmas!