Smyrna and Vinings head into the holiday season from Monday, November 16 through Tuesday, November 24, 2026, with a free outdoor movie, two concerts at Cobb Energy Centre and the first day of Santa's Post Office at The Battery Atlanta. The four picks this week are Shrek Forever After on the Plaza Green, Orchestra Noir at Cobb Energy Centre, the opening day of Santa's Post Office and The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight. Every listing was confirmed on the page of the organizer, either The Battery Atlanta or Cobb Energy Centre, both of which use the 30339 ZIP code shared with Vinings Jubilee. Where a time or price has not been published, the entry says so.
Shrek Forever After at The Battery Atlanta Movie Series
When
The movie is on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Battery's series runs on select nights through November 28, so the date matters, and the film shown on each night changes.
Where
The screening is on the Plaza Green at The Battery Atlanta, 800 Battery Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30339. The film is shown on the outdoor screen in the Plaza.
Cost
The series is free to attend. The listing also links to a pre-purchase option for a family meal from the district's restaurants, which is optional.
Good to know
The Battery describes the series as a family-friendly blockbuster under the stars. This week's film is Shrek Forever After, rated PG, in which Shrek makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin that sends his world into an alternate reality, and he must set things right with Fiona, Donkey and Puss in Boots by his side. The listing is tagged for family night and kid-friendly viewing. The screening is held outdoors on the Plaza, so check the weather forecast on the day. Dress warmly for an outdoor screening in late November, and bring a blanket or a light chair if you want a comfortable spot. Because the screening is free and runs on select nights, it is a low commitment way to try The Battery's outdoor series, and each night's event page names that night's film. The listing gives a Friday evening time slot of two hours, so plan to arrive a little before 7 p.m.
Orchestra Noir: The Culture 2000 Tour II at Cobb Energy Centre
When
The concert is on Friday, November 20, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the performance starts at 8 p.m.
Where
Cobb Energy Centre is at 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339, and the phone number is 770-916-2852. The box office accepts only credit or debit cards.
Tickets
The venue's page does not list a ticket price. Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster.com, and the page does not state an age policy, so check the ticket page before you buy for a group.
Good to know
The show is an orchestral performance that honors African American music pioneers across genres, including classical, hip hop and R&B. The orchestra aims to draw younger and more diverse audiences and has worked with producer Bryan-Michael Cox and artists including T.I. and Migos. Bags larger than 11 inches by 13 inches are not permitted, so travel light. The Cobb Energy Centre calendar lists a second concert the next night, which makes the venue a handy anchor for a weekend of live music. If you are driving in from Smyrna, remember that the box office opens at 2 p.m. on performance days, which is helpful if you prefer to buy or pick up tickets in person rather than online.
Santa's Post Office Opens at The Battery Atlanta
When
Santa's Post Office opens for the season on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The tradition then continues through Thursday, December 24, and Papa Elf makes an appearance on November 21 and on several dates in the weeks after.
Where
Santa greets children in the Truist Holiday Community Corner, at the corner of Power Alley and Battery Avenue, at 800 Battery Avenue SE, Suite 110, Atlanta, GA 30339. The Battery's phone number is 404-494-1150.
Cost
The event is free and first come, first served. Santa does not take reservations, but the elves keep a waitlist if there is a line when you arrive. Parking is free for two hours in any of the public decks, which are the Red, Purple, Green and Yellow decks.
Good to know
The elves collect your phone number at check in and send a text when it is time to return for your Santa photo, so you can shop, dine and explore The Battery while you wait. Parents and guardians take the photos with their own camera. Pets are not permitted on the night of Santa's Post Office, but the Battery plans three Santa Paws nights this season for photos with pets. The event page has the full details. Because the line system runs on a waitlist, joining it early and spending the wait in the shops and restaurants is the simplest approach for families with young children.
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight at Cobb Energy Centre
When
The concert is on Saturday, November 21, 2026. The show starts at 8 p.m., and doors open 90 minutes earlier.
Where
The show is at Cobb Energy Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339. The box office opens at 2 p.m. on performance days and accepts cards only.
Tickets
The venue's page does not list prices. Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster.com, and the page does not state an age policy.
Good to know
The 90 minute concert reimagines well known rock and metal songs with classical musicianship and a gothic visual style. The Rock Orchestra was created in 2020 by producer Nathan Reed and has staged more than 400 shows. The event page has the ticket link, and the page notes that the show runs about 90 minutes, so it ends at a reasonable hour for a Saturday night. A Saturday could combine the afternoon Santa visit at The Battery with an evening concert, since both are listed in the 30339 ZIP code.
Questions About Smyrna and Vinings Events This Week
Can I do more than one of these in a weekend?
Yes. The movie and Orchestra Noir are both on Friday evening, so choose one, and Saturday offers Santa's Post Office in the afternoon and the Rock Orchestra concert at 8 p.m.
Which events are free?
The movie on the Plaza Green and Santa's Post Office are both free. The two concerts at Cobb Energy Centre are ticketed, and the venue pages used here do not list prices.
What is coming up in Smyrna and Vinings after this week?
Cobb County's holiday listing shows Smyrna Home for the Holidays at Market Village on Tuesday, December 1, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the Vinings Jubilee Tree Lighting at the Clocktower on Thursday, December 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where do I park at The Battery?
The Battery lists free parking for two hours in its public decks, which are the Red, Purple, Green and Yellow decks, so arrive early on busy nights and note which deck you used, because there are four to choose from. The free window covers two hours, so a movie night or a long dinner may need a plan for the later hours.
