This year, 2021, is the 51st annual celebration of Earth Day, which falls on April 22nd each year. Now that in-person events are returning to Atlanta communities, you may feel like … [Read More...]
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Atlanta Burger Week 2021 is coming up — complete list of participating restaurants
Get out your stretchy pants, because Atlanta Burger Week 2021 is back on this April! It all happens from Monday, April 19th thru Sunday, April 25, 2021. That should give you … [Read More...]

50+ FREE & CHEAP things to do this weekend, April 16th to 18th
We're bringing back our weekend list of free things to do -- but for now, it will include both free and cheap activities and events. And many, if not most of them are still virtual … [Read More...]

DISCOUNTS for the Georgia Renaissance Festival, opening May 1st
The Georgia Renaissance Festival is back for 2021 -- and if you still have tickets from last year they are valid this year, along with a bonus. Details below. The RenFest … [Read More...]

Strawberry season kicks off soon with these strawberry festivals and you-pick farms
Fresh, local strawberries are a sign of spring in Georgia! Take the kids on a pick-your-own outing or enjoy a strawberry festival at a Georgia farm. Our list includes events and … [Read More...]

Gibbs Gardens puts 20,000 tulips on display, plus dogwoods & azaleas — plan your visit in April
UPDATE: On 3/31 Gibbs announced that 20,000 tulips are in bloom, along with dogwoods and azaleas. Gibbs Gardens, located just north of metro Atlanta in Cherokee County, has been … [Read More...]

2021 Guide to Spring Festivals around metro Atlanta
Spring festival season in Atlanta generally kicks off around March first, and continues through Memorial Day weekend -- and then it's summer festival season! This is a … [Read More...]

Day-by-day list of spring markets: art, crafts, vintage, and handmade items
Spring is great time for pop-up shops, art/craft sales, and flea markets around metro Atlanta. These shopping events are a great way to avoid the mall crowds, support local … [Read More...]
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Dunwoody Community Bike Ride on third Sundays each month

LAST CALL: final virtual spring gardening workshop is this Saturday

Rent an RV for summer vacation and travel

Moe’s Southwest Grill launches first ever Kids Eat Free program

FREE: Alpharetta Match Live performance this Saturday

Get FREE medium fries at McDonalds on Fridays, with $1 purchase

Kartel at Coolray celebrates car culture with vendors, food trucks, entertainment, more this weekend

Wild Heaven Beer: FREE yoga on Saturdays and Sundays

Earth Day celebrations in Atlanta for 2021: yoga in the forest, paper shredding, kids activities, and much more

Sunday Funday spring market at Cultured South this weekend

Atlanta Burger Week 2021 is coming up — complete list of participating restaurants
today’s events
Saturday, April 17, 2021
Target's car seat trade-in event
All Day | FREE
Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut by showing vaccination card
All Day | FREE
Disney on Ice (click for showtimes)
Discounted
Alpharetta Run Club
8:00 am to 9:00 am | FREE | Wills Park (Alpharetta)
FREE nature walks at Price Park in Kennesaw
8:00 am to 1:00 pm | FREE
Kartel at Coolray car show (price is per vehicle)
9:00 am to 1:00 pm | $5.00 | Coolray Field
FREE document shredding event for Sandy Springs residents only (donations accepted)
9:00 am to 1:00 pm | FREE | 620 Morgan Falls Road (Sandy Springs)
Marietta Square Artisan Market
9:00 am to 2:00 pm | FREE | Marietta Square
Tyke Hike for ages 2-6 at Morningside Nature Preserve (adults free, kids $5)
9:30 am to 11:00 am | $0-5.00 | Morningside Nature Preserve
Big Shanty Festival
10:00 am to 6:00 pm | FREE | Downtown Kennesaw
Free Yoga Saturdays (must register in advance, class size is limited)
11:00 am to 12:00 pm | FREE | Wild Heaven Beer (West End location)
Spring pop-up: Market at Avalon
11:00 am to 8:00 pm | FREE | Avalon
FREE Atlanta from the Ashes History Tour
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | FREE | Woodruff Park
Spring Fling: Fun at the Farm (advance tickets recommended)
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm | $0-8.00 | Donaldson-Bannister Farm (Dunwoody)
Hermarket Saturdays: Sidewalk Shop, Sip, & Stroll at Buckhead Village District
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm | FREE | Buckhead Village shopping district
Alpharetta Music Match featuring Trisha Adams at Four Fat Cows
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | FREE
Spring Art Market & Super Jam with live music by Dirty Mike & The Boyz
2:00 pm to 8:00 pm | FREE | Spruill Center for the Arts (Dunwoody)
FREE Gnome picnic: food, live music, outdoor movie at dusk, costumes encouraged!
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | FREE | Uptown (formerly Lindbergh City Center)
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Daily Deals — Your Ticket to Living Well On the Cheap
Browse Atlanta’s best deals from Groupon and Goldstar in the categories below.
SEASONAL activities: Winter On The Cheap
Food & Drink Deals around Metro Atlanta
When it's time for dining out on the cheap, check out these discounts and freebies. This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

Moe’s Southwest Grill launches first ever Kids Eat Free program
Moe’s Southwest Grill has announced the launch of their first-ever national Kids Eat Free program! Through … [Read More...]

Get FREE medium fries at McDonalds on Fridays, with $1 purchase
What's not to love about French fries? Especially, when they’re fresh, piping hot and don’t cost you a dime. Fry … [Read More...]

Atlanta Burger Week 2021 is coming up — complete list of participating restaurants
Get out your stretchy pants, because Atlanta Burger Week 2021 is back on this April! It all happens from Monday, … [Read More...]

Krispy Kreme: Get a FREE doughnut + coffee on Mondays, plus $1 dozens on weekends
Krispy Kreme is showing sweet support to the community with a series of offers that include a second dozen for one … [Read More...]

Red Lobster: Endless Shrimp Monday, Fish Fry Friday, and 3 more daily deals
Updated on 2/15/2021 Red Lobster is offering five daily food specials, no coupon needed. They are available all day … [Read More...]

FREE: Drive-thru food pantry for Cobb seniors this Friday
Atlanta Community Food Bank is hosting drive-through food pantry events in Cobb County on select Wednesdays. The next … [Read More...]
Holiday Fun in Atlanta
'Tis the season! Catch the holiday spirit with these events, activities, and discounts. This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

Buford Corn Maze will host a May Fair every weekend this spring
Buford Corn Maze will host a fun-filled May Fair this spring. The events will take place every weekend from Friday, … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island, closing Feb. 21st
The winter attractions at Lanier Islands are a mix of old favorites and fresh options in 2021. The drive-through … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for Festival of Lights drive-thru event at Atlantic Station
UPDATED on 1/3/2021 -- the price has dropped to $25 per car for all remaining dates! It's another drive-through … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for Avalon On Ice, open thru Jan.18th
UPDATED for 2020! At Avalon on Ice, you can take advantage of open-air ice skating at Avalon in … [Read More...]

EXTENDED: Candy Rush drive-thru animated light show, in Marietta
UPDATE! The attraction has been extended through January 24th. Pricing is now $49.95 per vehicle, which … [Read More...]

New Year’s Eve fireworks over Truist Park
Update for 2020 The Battery is NOT holding its huge New Year's Eve Bash in 2020, for obvious reasons. However, … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens, open thru Jan. 4th
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for … [Read More...]

Guided “First Day Hikes” at Georgia State Parks on January 1st and 2nd, 2021
First Day Hikes are a New Year's Day tradition. This info is for First Day Hikes taking place on New … [Read More...]

FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta
Woodruff Park will host the exhibition PRISM: Winter Lights, which will be on display for two months. It is FREE and … [Read More...]

Discounts for “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
Updated for 2020! Looking for general info about visiting the Atlanta Botanical Garden this fall? CLICK HERE. The … [Read More...]

Celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day around metro Atlanta
New Year's Eve is different this year. It's never been a cheap night out, but limited capacity requirements are now … [Read More...]

FREE: Stream “The Nutcracker” ballet thru January 1st
The Nutcracker is a beloved holiday tradition that we've largely missed out on this year, at least in person. Last year … [Read More...]
Family fun in atlanta
Looking for things to do with the kiddos? Check out these upcoming events and current deals! This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

Dunwoody Community Bike Ride on third Sundays each month
Get out your bike helmets and enjoy a Community Bike Ride in Dunwoody on the third Sunday of each month. The bike rides … [Read More...]

Rent an RV for summer vacation and travel
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Moe’s Southwest Grill launches first ever Kids Eat Free program
Moe’s Southwest Grill has announced the launch of their first-ever national Kids Eat Free program! Through … [Read More...]

Earth Day celebrations in Atlanta for 2021: yoga in the forest, paper shredding, kids activities, and much more
This year, 2021, is the 51st annual celebration of Earth Day, which falls on April 22nd each year. Now that in-person … [Read More...]

Avenue East Cobb celebrates Earth Day with a free fitness class and kids’ chalk art event
Earth Day is Thursday, April 22nd, and the Avenue East Cobb is celebrating with a FREE fitness class and a chalk art … [Read More...]

LAST DAYS to trade-in your used car seat at Target for a 20% discount card
Do you have an old car seat that your child is growing out of? You can trade it in for a 20% discount on a new car seat … [Read More...]

The Georgia State Fair returns to Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2021
The Georgia State Fair returns to Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2021, after being canceled last year. The fair will … [Read More...]

DISCOUNTS for the Georgia Renaissance Festival, opening May 1st
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