The annual Taste of Marietta food festival takes place on Sunday, April 26, 2026 on the Marietta Square. (It's always the last Sunday in April.) This is the most sensibly priced tasting event we know of. Instead of paying for expensive tickets … [Read more...] about FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square this Sunday
Arts & Entertainment
FREE! Oakhurst Jazz Nights runs every Thursday in April
The Oakhurst Neighborhood Association is hosting the 2026 season of Oakhurst Jazz Nights! The FREE sunset concerts will feature some of the best jazz artists in the Southeast. They take place on Thursday nights in April and September -- which are … [Read more...] about FREE! Oakhurst Jazz Nights runs every Thursday in April
Celebrate National Poetry Month by performing at Switzer Library’s Open Mic Night on Monday
Calling all musicians, poets, singers, and other creatives! Celebrate National Poetry Month by performing at Switzer Library's Open Mic Night on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6 pm! Recite your own work or someone else's who inspires you. You can … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Poetry Month by performing at Switzer Library’s Open Mic Night on Monday
The annual Chamblee Art Fest happens this weekend
The City of Chamblee now hosts a brand new spring arts festival, inside the Perimeter! The annual Chamblee Arts Fest takes place on Saturday, April 18th and Sunday, April 19th, 2026. This is a street festival, with booths lining Peachtree Road in … [Read more...] about The annual Chamblee Art Fest happens this weekend
The Cobb Parks Spring Arts Festival returns to Jim Miller Park this Saturday
The Cobb Parks Spring Arts Festival is a new annual event. It replaces the annual Easter Eggstravaganza. The event takes place at Jim Miller Park in Marietta. It is FREE to attend. Parking is also free. You'll find a variety of vendors … [Read more...] about The Cobb Parks Spring Arts Festival returns to Jim Miller Park this Saturday
Table Top Tunes: free, live jazz on the McDonough Square this Saturday
The McDonough Main Street Program is hosting Table Top Tunes, a special community evening, on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 5 to 8 p.m. You'll be able to enjoy live jazz, with table-and-chair seating set up throughout the square -- or, bring your … [Read more...] about Table Top Tunes: free, live jazz on the McDonough Square this Saturday
Free live jazz band concert in downtown Duluth on Friday
Come to downtown Duluth for a FREE jazz band concert on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The Peachtree Ridge Band will perform, featuring the talented musicians of Peachtree Ridge High School. It all takes place in Parsons … [Read more...] about Free live jazz band concert in downtown Duluth on Friday
Hop Into Spring Festival in Suwanee: bounce houses, food trucks, music, and more this Saturday, April 25th
Gwinnett County will hold a family-friendly Hop Into Spring Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 1 to 4 p.m. It takes place at George Pierce Park, with activities at the Community Rec Center. The event is … [Read more...] about Hop Into Spring Festival in Suwanee: bounce houses, food trucks, music, and more this Saturday, April 25th
ARTucker is a free, family-friendly street festival on Saturday, April 25th
ARTucker is a FREE, family-friendly arts festival taking place in the heart of Tucker on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's all happening at the new Tucker Town Green, located at: 4226 Railroad St. Tucker … [Read more...] about ARTucker is a free, family-friendly street festival on Saturday, April 25th
April in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month!
Welcome to April! It’s festival season, pollen season, baseball season, and spring flower season. Are you looking for things to do in April around metro Atlanta? This is your monthly guide to free and cheap fun in the month of April. Below is an … [Read more...] about April in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month!
FREE Sunday Showcase Concert on the Tucker Town Green: Run Katie Run performs on Sunday
The city of Tucker will welcome spring with its Sunday Showcase Concerts, happening on the Tucker Town Green on select dates, from noon to 2 p.m. You can bring a picnic or grab takeout from one of the downtown Tucker … [Read more...] about FREE Sunday Showcase Concert on the Tucker Town Green: Run Katie Run performs on Sunday
Spring Festival on Ponce returns this weekend, running thru Sunday
Spring is festival season in Atlanta! The Spring Festival on Ponce 2026 takes place on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12. The festival is FREE and open to the public -- and leashed dogs are welcome, too! The Festival on Ponce takes … [Read more...] about Spring Festival on Ponce returns this weekend, running thru Sunday
LAST CALL for Atlanta Fair, closing this Sunday, April 12th
Atlanta Fair, at old Turner Field, is the city's only urban fair! Save $5 on admission when you go on a weekday! Welcome back to the fair! The Atlanta Fair returns to Old Turner Field for its annual spring run. Of course, we'll keep you … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Atlanta Fair, closing this Sunday, April 12th
The Suwanee Arts Festival continues thru Sunday
The Suwanee Arts Festival takes place on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12, 2026. It is FREE to attend. The festival takes place at Suwanee Town Center, the central hub of the city. Festival hours: Saturday 10 am to 6 pm Sunday 10 … [Read more...] about The Suwanee Arts Festival continues thru Sunday
Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest, running thru Sunday
The Acworth Art Fest is back for 2026! This has always traditionally been a vibrant, two-day celebration in Cobb County. Admission is FREE. This year's event will take place on April 11 and 12, 2026, along Main Street in Acworth's historic … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest, running thru Sunday
The Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in Norcross on April 18th
The annual Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in downtown Norcross on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 3 to 10 p.m. It's in the spring this year, rather than in the fall as usual. The festival is centered at Betty Mauldin Park -- … [Read more...] about The Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in Norcross on April 18th
The Lawrenceville Boogie is a block party featuring live music on two stages, on Saturday, April 11th
The Lawrenceville Boogie returns to the Lawrenceville Square on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This is a block-party style street festival that made its debut a couple of years ago. It is FREE to attend. Festival hours are 3 to 8:30 p.m. Head to the … [Read more...] about The Lawrenceville Boogie is a block party featuring live music on two stages, on Saturday, April 11th
The annual Easter Parade of Antique Cars returns to Avondale Estates this Sunday
The Parade of Antique Cars returns to Avondale Estates on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. It starts at 1:30 p.m. and the cars will cruise through the residential streets of Avondale Estates. You're invited to watch from your front yard or … [Read more...] about The annual Easter Parade of Antique Cars returns to Avondale Estates this Sunday
Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is a 2-day festival on Easter weekend, with an egg hunt on Sunday
The Sandy Springs Artsapalooza festival will take place on April 4th and 5th in 2026 -- which is Easter weekend! In a typical year, this two-day event puts an emphasis on local and regional arts and crafts. In addition to 150 artist booths, … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is a 2-day festival on Easter weekend, with an egg hunt on Sunday
Free movies on Thursdays at Town Brookhaven — “Captain America: The First Avenger ” is up next, with free popcorn
NOTE: We don't yet have the 2026 movie schedule -- so please check back! You may also be interested in our day-by-guide to free outdoor summer movies, and our listing of free outdoor summer concerts for 2026. The Movies on the Town FREE … [Read more...] about Free movies on Thursdays at Town Brookhaven — “Captain America: The First Avenger ” is up next, with free popcorn
Celebrate 404 Day in Piedmont Park on Saturday, April 4th
The 404 Day event is said to be Atlanta's signature celebration of creative culture. It blends music, visual art, and dance, for an immersive experience. 404 Day happens on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Piedmont Park, by the Greystone event … [Read more...] about Celebrate 404 Day in Piedmont Park on Saturday, April 4th
SnapDragon’s Garden is a free nature-themed exhibit at Brook Run Park
Spring has sprung at the Dunwoody Community Garden, located within Brook Run Park. A temporary exhibit, Snap!Dragon's Garden will be on display from March 28 through April 4, 2026. You can visit any day to see the FREE exhibit. But … [Read more...] about SnapDragon’s Garden is a free nature-themed exhibit at Brook Run Park
Riverdale’s Easter Extravaganza happens on April 4th at the Town Center
Join the City of Riverdale on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., for the annual Easter Extravaganza. It takes place at the Riverdale Town Center and is FREE to attend. Bring your friends and family to celebrate Easter … [Read more...] about Riverdale’s Easter Extravaganza happens on April 4th at the Town Center
RSVP now for the April 10th First Friday concert in Norcross at the Cultural Arts Center
First Friday concert series in Norcross On first Fridays from October through April, you can catch a FREE concert in Norcross. The concerts feature different types of music, including jazz, rhythm and blues, and funk. They take place from 7 to 9 … [Read more...] about RSVP now for the April 10th First Friday concert in Norcross at the Cultural Arts Center
The 2026 Cobb County Gem and Mineral Show is FREE to attend, Nov. 20-22
The 2026 Cobb Gem and Mineral Show takes place from Friday, November 20 thru Sunday, November 26, 2026 at the Cobb County Civic Center. It is FREE to attend, along with free parking. You'll find rocks, gemstones, minerals, and fossils from … [Read more...] about The 2026 Cobb County Gem and Mineral Show is FREE to attend, Nov. 20-22
The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival: 2 days of free concerts, including Shawn Mullins, Soul Asylum, Max McNown, more
The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival is back for 2026! The full concert schedule is set, and you can view it toward the bottom of this page. Mark your calendar. Save the date. The festival will take place in Blackburn Park … [Read more...] about The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival: 2 days of free concerts, including Shawn Mullins, Soul Asylum, Max McNown, more
Roswell’s Riverside Sounds concert series: Update for 2026
This concert series has been canceled in 2026, due to renovation projects at Riverside Park. Browse our complete guide to 2026 summer concerts here On the fourth Saturday of each month, April through July, you can come to Riverside … [Read more...] about Roswell’s Riverside Sounds concert series: Update for 2026
The Coolray Field Carnival is running now, thru this weekend
The Coolray Field Carnival takes place from March 12 to 22, 2026. Admission is FREE, but you'll pay for food and rides. Parking is also FREE. HOURS: Tuesday thru Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, … [Read more...] about The Coolray Field Carnival is running now, thru this weekend
The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival runs thru Sunday
Plan a drive out to Conyers for the 43rd annual Cherry Blossom Festival! The event is scheduled for Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22, 2026 at the Georgia International Horse Park. Festival hours both days are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don't … [Read more...] about The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival runs thru Sunday
The Wing & Rock Festival features 2 days of FREE concerts this weekend
Calling All Foodies and Rockers: Wing & Rock Fest Returns in 2026 The Wing & Rock Fest features two days of live music from tribute bands The biggest wing and music festival in the South returns to Canton's beautiful Etowah … [Read more...] about The Wing & Rock Festival features 2 days of FREE concerts this weekend
Atlanta Home Show: FREE entry for teachers, seniors, first responders
The 2026 spring edition of the Atlanta Home Show returns to the Cobb Convention Center (formerly known as the Cobb Galleria). The e popular show opens on Friday, March 20th and runs through Sunday, March 22nd. If you're contemplating a … [Read more...] about Atlanta Home Show: FREE entry for teachers, seniors, first responders
The Atlanta Braves host a FREE open house on Sunday — here’s how to get tickets
Run bases, visit the dugout and bullpen, play catch in the outfield, and more! The Atlanta Braves announced they will host a FREE open house for all interested fans -- just claim your free tickets (info below). It takes place at Truist Park … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Braves host a FREE open house on Sunday — here’s how to get tickets
FREE family-friendly symphony concert, featuring epic film music and a costume contest, on Sunday
The Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra is hosting a FREE and family-friendly concert on Sunday, March 22, 2026, starting at 4 p.m. It takes place at First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, in midtown, near the High Museum. Tickets are … [Read more...] about FREE family-friendly symphony concert, featuring epic film music and a costume contest, on Sunday
Grant Park Porchfest: Stroll the neighborhood and listen to tunes this Saturday
The third annual Grant Park Porchfest takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from noon to 7 p.m., in Atlanta's historic Grant Park neighborhood. It is FREE to attend. The event will be spread out across several houses near the intersection of … [Read more...] about Grant Park Porchfest: Stroll the neighborhood and listen to tunes this Saturday
Henry County’s spring festival features a helicopter egg drop this Saturday
Henry County Parks & Rec department will host a spring festival on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The event goes from 5 to 9 p.m. and is FREE to attend. Bring your own flashlight, camera, and a basket for collecting eggs. The festival will … [Read more...] about Henry County’s spring festival features a helicopter egg drop this Saturday
FREE! Spring Blooms Festival & Market in Bethesda Park in Lawrenceville on Saturday
Gwinnett County hosts a Spring Blooms Festival & Market on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is FREE. The event takes place at Bethesda Park in Lawrenceville, in the soccer field parking lot. You'll find … [Read more...] about FREE! Spring Blooms Festival & Market in Bethesda Park in Lawrenceville on Saturday
Fair Off the Square in Decatur, this Saturday — free admission!
Decatur's annual Fair off the Square event takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a family-friendly, carnival-themed festival. Admission is FREE, with live music. Bring your wallet for ticketed games and … [Read more...] about Fair Off the Square in Decatur, this Saturday — free admission!
FREE! The Exploration Expo is in Piedmont Park on Saturday
Come to Piedmont Park on Saturday, March 21, 2026, for the Exploration Expo! This is a family event that marks the grand finale of the Atlanta Science Festival, a two-week celebration of science and technology. The event is FREE and open to the … [Read more...] about FREE! The Exploration Expo is in Piedmont Park on Saturday
Pontoon Brewing in Sandy Springs throws its 8-Year Anniversary Bash on Saturday
Pontoon Brewing in Sandy Springs is hosting its 8th Anniversary Bash on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from noon to 6 p.m. The festivities and entertainment is FREE, just bring your wallet for food and drink. The event is open to all … [Read more...] about Pontoon Brewing in Sandy Springs throws its 8-Year Anniversary Bash on Saturday
FREE Spring Fest at One Heart Church in Norcross this Saturday
Celebrate the arrival of spring in Norcross on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from noon to 4 p.m. It is FREE and open to the public. You'll find bounce houses, free food, games, entertainment, and more. The event is hosted by One … [Read more...] about FREE Spring Fest at One Heart Church in Norcross this Saturday
