Rudolph returns to Atlanta as Center for Puppetry Arts brings holiday magic to life

Share Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - The most famous red nose of the holiday season is shining bright in Atlanta! The Center for Puppetry Arts is welcoming back Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer , bringing the beloved 1964 television special to life on stage. Audiences can follow Rudolph, Hermey the Elf and their friends on a heartwarming adventure filled with holiday nostalgia, friendship and a little Christmas magic. But the fun doesn’t stop when the curtain closes! The center’s Festive Features exhibition takes visitors on a nostalgic journey through holiday favorites, featuring characters from Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas , Lamb Chop’s Special Chanukah and more. Families can explore the museum’s galleries through a holiday-themed scavenger hunt or get creative with a Create-A-Puppet Workshop, where visitors can make their own Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster hand puppet. ATL Live’s Kennedy Felton got an inside look at all the festivities, from meeting Rudolph on stage to exploring the museum and even trying her hand at puppeteering. With interactive experiences, familiar characters and plenty of behind-the-scenes magic, the Center for Puppetry Arts offers something for visitors of all ages. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer runs through Dec. 27. Visit puppet.org for tickets and more information. And stay tuned! The Center for Puppetry Arts celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2028, with big plans ahead for the milestone celebration. ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atlanta. As a product of Atlanta News First, ATL Live features live and taped segments with guests, some of which may be sponsored. If you or someone you know is interested in appearing on the show, please email us at [email protected] . Copyright 2026 WANF. All rights reserved.