Buckhead Village District - Holiday Programming

Seasonal Activations

Overview

Past Experience: Buckhead Village District
Role: Creative & Marketing Manager
Location: Atlanta, GA
Year: 2019 - 2023
Category: Events • Strategy • Design • PR

I led the planning and execution of holiday programming, décor, and seasonal activations designed to drive foot traffic, increase dwell time, and support retailers during the peak shopping season.

A cornerstone initiative was the launch of Christkindl Market, created in partnership with the German Cultural Alliance — now an annual Atlanta holiday tradition.

Scope of Work

  • Holiday event strategy & programming

  • Cultural partnerships & vendor coordination

  • Décor & installation management

  • PR strategy & media outreach

  • Social & paid media campaign support

Key Programming

  • Atlanta Christkindl Market

  • Atlanta Ballet performances

  • Chabad Buckhead Menorah Lighting

  • Holiday Sip & Stroll events

  • Street festivals & local maker markets

  • Seasonal décor, tree lighting, banners & window displays

Results

  • +86% parking revenue YoY

  • +37% foot traffic YoY

  • 97,920 organic social impressions

  • 1,058,953 paid media impressions

  • 70+ media placements generating 10.5 million impressions

Takeaway

Thoughtfully curated holiday programming can drive meaningful economic impact while creating lasting community traditions.

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