Holiday lights, local shopping, and visiting guest ideas
Planning November activities in Alpharetta? Add two dates to your 2026 calendar: the downtown Season of Celebration Tree Lighting on November 21 and the Lighting of Avalon on November 22. Add a shopping outing, a meal with friends, or a simple gathering at home, and you have several ways to welcome the holiday season.
For Collingwood Apartment Homes residents, the month offers a chance to share favorite local places with guests and start a few new traditions. This guide can help you plan without filling every hour of the weekend.
Plan ahead for the downtown tree lighting
Alpharetta’s Season of Celebration Tree Lighting is scheduled for November 21, 2026, in Downtown Alpharetta. It is a seasonal outing, whether you are meeting friends or showing visitors around town.
If dinner is part of your plan, check restaurant reservations before the event. Allow extra time to arrive, and review the official listing for updated hours and event details. Choosing your meeting spot in advance can make it easier for everyone to find the group.
Welcome the season at Avalon
The Lighting of Avalon is scheduled for November 22, 2026, at Avalon, 400 Avalon Boulevard. The celebration includes holiday activities and the seasonal opening of Avalon on Ice. Check the official page for the latest program and skating information.
You could spend the afternoon browsing shops before the evening celebration, or plan your visit around the tree lighting. If skating is on your list, confirm admission and reservation details separately. An event visit can be as simple as enjoying the lights together; you don’t need to plan every activity.
Give visiting guests an easy Alpharetta outing
When guests ask what to do nearby, start with how much time and energy they have. A short visit might call for lunch and a downtown stroll. A longer stay could leave room for shopping at Avalon and a separate outdoor outing.
Before you make plans, ask whether your guests would prefer browsing, eating out, or spending time outdoors. Pick one main activity, then check business hours and book a table if needed. Keeping the plan flexible leaves time for conversation and a stop that catches someone’s interest.
Keep Friendsgiving comfortable at home
Hosting a small dinner or Friendsgiving gathering in your apartment? Start with how many people you can seat comfortably, then work backward. One main dish, a few shared sides, and a dessert can keep preparation manageable.
Clear a spot for coats and bags before guests arrive. Set out plates and serving utensils ahead of time, and give drinks their own place so everyone can help themselves. If friends are contributing dishes, ask what they are bringing and whether it needs oven or refrigerator space.
Collingwood’s open-concept living areas and kitchen features can help you plan how to use your space. Some homes include breakfast bars, sunrooms, patios or balconies; layouts and finishes vary. Arrange your gathering around your home, with room for people to move and settle in.
Make room for an ordinary evening
Between holiday outings and visitors, leave a night for yourself. Reheat leftovers, call someone you have been meaning to catch up with, or enjoy a quiet evening after work. A comfortable home gives you a place to take a break when the calendar gets busy.
If you’re planning an apartment move, explore Collingwood’s one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans and amenities. Contact our leasing team to learn about current availability and schedule a personal tour at 3400 Kimball Bridge Road in Alpharetta.
Event schedules may change. Check official listings before attending and confirm any separate activity fees or reservations.
