Friday Jazz At The High And A Pajama Brunch: Atlanta This Weekend

ATLANTA, GA — The last weekend before Christmas is here and with it comes a variety of activities, whether you want to grab a few holiday gifts or just unwind with friends and family. Sip on a special You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out cocktail during a free screening of “A Christmas Story.” Or, if you’re a fan of Hallmark’s holiday movies, check out an improvised Hallmark movie at Dad’s Garage.

Here's what else is happening around the city:

Improvised Hallmark Movie

Neighborhood: Cabbagetown

If you’ve already reached your quota this year for Hallmark holiday movies then it’s time to go bigger. Head over to Dad’s Garage Theatre Company for a completely improvised Hallmark holiday movie. The event will be helmed by Atlanta’s own Topher Payne, an actor and playwright who has written several holiday movies for the Hallmark channel.

Where: Dad’s Garage Theatre Company, 569 Ezzard Street SE

When: Friday, Dec. 21, at 10:30 p.m.

Friday Jazz At The High

Neighborhood: Midtown

Enjoy drinks, art and live jazz, during the High Museum Of Art’s monthly Friday Jazz At The High series. This month’s featured musician is Tyrone Jackson, a jazz pianist who is also a professor at Kennesaw State University. Friday Jazz At The High will also feature Drawing In The Galleries, which will offer guests the opportunity to sketch live, clothed models.

Where: High Museum Of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street NE

When: Friday, Dec. 21, at 6 p.m.

Savage Fam And Friends Philanthropic Holiday Dinner And Party

Neighborhood: Downtown

The Atlanta creative community will come together in a celebration of philanthropy on Friday night. The evening will begin with a private dinner and will conclude with a dance party deejayed by the renowned WERC Crew. Tickets for the private dinner are $20 and the dance party is free with an unwrapped toy donation.

Where: 748 Marietta Street NW

When: Friday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m.

“A Christmas Story” Free Screening

Neighborhood: Midtown

Despite being released 35 years ago, “A Christmas Story” remains a holiday classic. And to celebrate the holidays, City Winery is hosting a free, all-ages screening of the film. For those in the mood for an adult sip during the screening, City Winery will be serving a special You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out cocktail. The cocktail will feature coconut milk, cinnamon, vanilla and rum.

Where: City Winery, 650 North Avenue NE

When: Saturday, Dec. 22, at 12 noon

The Village Market Holiday Mall Tour

Neighborhood: Tucker

The Village Market will conclude their Holiday Mall Tour with a stop at Northlake Mall. The pop-up market will serve as an opportunity for shoppers to snag last-minute gifts while also supporting local artisans and small businesses.

Where: Northlake Mall, 4800 Briarcliff Road NE

When: Saturday, Dec. 22, at 12 noon

Pajama Brunch Buffet

Neighborhood: Grant Park

Brunch just got a little cooler thanks to the Pajama Brunch Buffet at The Shed at Glenwood. This weekend, the restaurant invites you and your brunch crew to don your coziest pair of jammies as you indulge in their full buffet. Among the bites you can expect are biscuits with honey butter, French toast, and fried chicken and gravy. And of course, it wouldn’t be brunch without bottomless mimosas.

Where: The Shed At Glenwood, 475 Bill Kennedy Way SE

When: Sunday, Dec. 23, at 10 a.m.

Kidz Bowl Free Sunday

Neighborhood: Sylvan Hills

During the hectic holiday season, there are few things that bring more joy than the word "free." But at Metro Fun Center, you can expect just that this weekend as kids bowl free. The free bowling offer is for one hour of play and does not include shoe rentals ($3 per pair).

Where: Metro Fun Center, 1959 Metropolitan Parkway SW

When: Sunday, Dec. 23, at 3 p.m.

Photo: City Winery