Bring your favorite pup to Dogtoberfest on the Duluth Town Green, on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 5 to 9 p.m. This event is FREE to attend. Leashes required, please! The event has an Oktoberfest theme, so you can expect lots of good food … [Read more...] about Bring your pup to Dogtoberfest on the Duluth Town Green this Saturday
Arts & Entertainment
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Estamos Aqui Fiesta this Saturday at Old Fourth Ward Park
The Estamos Aquí Fiesta takes place on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Old Fourth Ward Park in Atlanta. It is FREE to attend. Hours are 3 to 5 p.m. This is a celebration of heritage, culture, joy, and comunidad. Come for a … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Estamos Aqui Fiesta this Saturday at Old Fourth Ward Park
Duluth hosts Wednesday Flavors on Main, a midweek food truck event
The city of Duluth has replaced its former Food Truck Fridays event with two new recurring weekly events. These include a new food truck event called Wednesday Flavors on Main, plus a new Friday concert event called Rock The Block: Live & Loud … [Read more...] about Duluth hosts Wednesday Flavors on Main, a midweek food truck event
Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett this Friday & Saturday
The City of Lawrenceville will host "Around the World in the DTL" once again in 2025. The FREE, two-day event will feature a diverse selection of food, music, and activities for all ages. Events are spread across two days: Friday, September 12 and … [Read more...] about Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett this Friday & Saturday
See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday, Sept. 6th
Breaking news! Stone Mountain Park is bringing back the classic version of the Lasershow that you remember from the '80s and '90s! It will run on select Saturdays in August and September, plus all of Labor Day Weekend. The dates are listed … [Read more...] about See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday, Sept. 6th
International Taste of Snellville: food samplings, kids activity area, and more this Saturday
International Taste of Snellville takes place on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 4 to 8 p.m., on the Snellville Towne Green. Admission is FREE. Local restaurants will offer sample sizes of their favorite foods for tasting. You'll buy … [Read more...] about International Taste of Snellville: food samplings, kids activity area, and more this Saturday
The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival features music, food, and fun this Saturday
The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival takes place on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This is a day filled with music, food, and a market of local vendors. Festival hours are noon to 7 p.m. It is FREE to attend. It takes place in Lang Carson … [Read more...] about The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival features music, food, and fun this Saturday
Decatur Wine Festival: Early-bird tickets are on sale now, lets you save $12
The Decatur Wine Festival is back! The 2025 event takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on the Courthouse Square. Early entry begins at noon and pouring begins at 12:30. You can sample 400 wines and purchase food … [Read more...] about Decatur Wine Festival: Early-bird tickets are on sale now, lets you save $12
The Pioneer Days Festival & Carnival features 4 days of fun over Labor Day Weekend, thru Monday
Pioneer Days Festival: 4 fun days over Labor Day weekend, featuring carnival rides, games, & food The annual Pioneer Days Festival takes place on four days over Labor Day Weekend in 2025 -- from Friday, August 29th through Monday, … [Read more...] about The Pioneer Days Festival & Carnival features 4 days of fun over Labor Day Weekend, thru Monday
House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park on Sunday
House in the Park takes place at Grant Park on Sunday, August 31, 2025 -- which is Labor Day Weekend. This is a super-affordable, one-day music festival. Advance tickets for House in the Park Music Festival are just $20. If there are still … [Read more...] about House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park on Sunday
Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square thru Monday
A Labor Day Weekend tradition! Art in the Park returns to the Marietta Square in 2025. The fine arts festival will run from Saturday, August 3oth through Monday, September 1st, 2025. Admission is FREE. The festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. … [Read more...] about Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square thru Monday
The best Labor Day Weekend things to do & places to go
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Labor Day Weekend 2025 will feature many of the usual festivals, events, and traditions that we're used to in Atlanta and the extended metro area. We're highlighting a few of the special events happening over Labor Day Weekend 2025 in Atlanta. And, … [Read more...] about The best Labor Day Weekend things to do & places to go
The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend 2025
2015 Dragon Con Parade (photo: 123RF) Dragon Con is back for 2025! The five-day convention and parade have been an annual Labor Day Weekend tradition in Atlanta since 1987 (including that awful summer of 2020, when it was reinvented as a virtual … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend 2025
Duluth hosts Thursday Nights Out in Parsons Alley, every week in August
Why wait for the weekend? Parsons Thursday Nights Out brings the fun to downtown Duluth every Thursday night from May 29th to September 18th, 2025. The events are FREE to attend and take place in Parsons Alley from 6 to 9 p.m. Each Thursday … [Read more...] about Duluth hosts Thursday Nights Out in Parsons Alley, every week in August
At Viva Las Duluth, the Town Green transforms into the Vegas Strip this Saturday
Experience the glitz and glamor of Las Vegas, right here in Downtown Duluth! This special event takes place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. It is FREE to attend. There will be a full lineup of performances you'd expect to find on … [Read more...] about At Viva Las Duluth, the Town Green transforms into the Vegas Strip this Saturday
Summer Shade Festival: Two days of FREE concerts in Grant Park this weekend
It's almost time for the 23rd annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival!This popular festival takes place on Saturday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 24th, 2025, in Grant Park. As always, festival admission is FREE.All entertainment is free as well, … [Read more...] about Summer Shade Festival: Two days of FREE concerts in Grant Park this weekend
The Wednesday Wind Down concerts in East Point ends the season on August 27th
FREE Wednesday Wind Down concert in East Point -- happening monthly all summer long! If you're looking for the Wednesday WindDown concerts in downtown Atlanta, just click thru for those details! The popular Wednesday Wind Down concerts in East … [Read more...] about The Wednesday Wind Down concerts in East Point ends the season on August 27th
Ink & Echo: A free book & storytelling festival in Acworth
Acworth Cultural Arts presents Ink & Echo: Writing the Stories, Speaking the Truth -- a book and storytelling festival -- on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Roberts School Community and Education Center. The program … [Read more...] about Ink & Echo: A free book & storytelling festival in Acworth
Cobb International Festival is a culinary and cultural experience this Saturday
Cobb County will host the 2025 International Festival on Saturday, August 23rd, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is FREE. The location is Jim R. Miller Park, both outside and inside the event center. The park is located at 2245 Callaway Rd in … [Read more...] about Cobb International Festival is a culinary and cultural experience this Saturday
Enjoy a FREE string quartet concert in Marietta this Sunday
Mark your calendars for a special afternoon of live music at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, in Marietta. This concert is FREE and open to the public. On Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 3 p.m., a professional string quartet will … [Read more...] about Enjoy a FREE string quartet concert in Marietta this Sunday
August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Welcome to August! It's back-to-school time, but there are still plenty of outdoor concerts and movies, free splash pads, and even some indoor events for those sweltering August days. Are you looking for things to do this August around metro … [Read more...] about August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Come to indie band Del Roscoe’s album launch party this Saturday — tickets are just $10!
Looking for a reason to venture east and tap into Atlanta’s growing indie music scene without breaking the bank?Look no further than Little Tree Art Studios in Avondale Estates, where gothic indie Americana band Del Roscoe is set to release their … [Read more...] about Come to indie band Del Roscoe’s album launch party this Saturday — tickets are just $10!
The best summer festivals in Atlanta: things to do in June, July, and August
Summer Festivals 2026These are the best summer festivals in Atlanta and suburbs -- from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The sizzling summertime heat is here, along with Atlanta's iconic summer festivals -- like the Grant Park Summer … [Read more...] about The best summer festivals in Atlanta: things to do in June, July, and August
Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square on Saturday
The fifth annual Pan African Festival takes place on the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Hours are 2 to 10 p.m. The festival celebrates innovation, culture, and economic empowerment. There is also a Childrens … [Read more...] about Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square on Saturday
Grayson’s FREE Movies in the Park returns on this Friday
Bring your blankets or chairs and enjoy family-friendly movies on the Grayson Green this summer. All movies are FREE, and you'll enjoy free popcorn as well. Movies start around 8:30 p.m. More info The Grayson Town Green is located at: 485 … [Read more...] about Grayson’s FREE Movies in the Park returns on this Friday
The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival in Kennesaw features free concerts on Friday and Saturday
The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival takes place in Kennesaw at Depot Park on the weekend of Friday, August 15th and Saturday, August 16th, 2025. (This is a new location for 2025.) Admission and entertainment is FREE, but you'll want to bring … [Read more...] about The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival in Kennesaw features free concerts on Friday and Saturday
Piedmont Park Arts Festival returns to midtown this weekend
Come to midtown Atlanta for the Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival, returning to midtown on August 16th and 17th, 2025. Admission is FREE. You'll find roughly 250 artisan booths with arts and crafts for sale -- including paintings, photography, … [Read more...] about Piedmont Park Arts Festival returns to midtown this weekend
AMC Theatres concludes its $3 summer movie series, ending Wednesday
This summer, families can enjoy $3 movie tickets at select AMC Theatres. The price is the same for both kids and adults. Summer Movie Camp runs from June 23rd to August 13th, 2025. A different film is featured each week for eight weeks, on … [Read more...] about AMC Theatres concludes its $3 summer movie series, ending Wednesday
The 16th annual Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Old 4th Ward Park on Labor Day weekend
The ATL Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Historic 4th Ward Park on Saturday, August 30th and Sunday, August 31st, 2025. The festival will celebrate hip hop culture with entertainment, vendors, and food. Come celebrate Atlanta's contribution … [Read more...] about The 16th annual Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Old 4th Ward Park on Labor Day weekend
Suwanee’s August concert features Blind Melon this Saturday
Are you ready to rock? Suwanee's annual August Concert takes place on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This is an unforgettable night of live music, food, and community fun at Town Center Park. And it's FREE to attend. The party starts at … [Read more...] about Suwanee’s August concert features Blind Melon this Saturday
Brookhaven City Centre celebrates its grand opening with a full day of family fun
Brookhaven City Centre opens its doors Saturday, August 9, 2025 with a day full of celebration, connection, and community fun. You can explore the new space while enjoying live music, food vendors, kids' games, interactive activities, and … [Read more...] about Brookhaven City Centre celebrates its grand opening with a full day of family fun
Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night on Friday, with food, entertainment, and free activities
The City of Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night on Friday, August 8, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. The event is FREE to attend and takes place in downtown Duluth. The main stage will light up with performances from around the globe. There will … [Read more...] about Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night on Friday, with food, entertainment, and free activities
Doraville hosts a summer movie, back-to-school splash, and school clothing swap on Friday
The city of Doraville will present three summer movies in 2025. You don't have to register in advance. Just bring your blanket, low chairs, snacks, and beverages to Honeysuckle Park. The summer movie schedule is just below. No alcohol is … [Read more...] about Doraville hosts a summer movie, back-to-school splash, and school clothing swap on Friday
FREE! Dia de los Muertos Festival at the Lawrenceville Arts Center
We don't yet have info for this event in 2025, but will update when we do. It’s that time of the year again. Visit the Lawrenceville Arts Center to enjoy this wonderful cultural tradition full of color, music, food, and dance. The … [Read more...] about FREE! Dia de los Muertos Festival at the Lawrenceville Arts Center
Sandy Springs hosts annual Back-to-School Bash and National Night Out on Tuesday
Sandy Springs is combining its annual Back-to-School Bash with its National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The event is FREE to attend and takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the City Springs comples. This will be an action-packed … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs hosts annual Back-to-School Bash and National Night Out on Tuesday
Last chance for $1 family movies with Regal Summer Movie Express, concluding this week
Beat the heat and take the kiddos to the movies this summer, without breaking the bank! The 2025 Regal Summer Movie Express is a real deal, at just $1 for admission to select family-friendly films. The program runs from June 10th thru August 6th, … [Read more...] about Last chance for $1 family movies with Regal Summer Movie Express, concluding this week
6 film programs offering family-friendly movies for $1 to $3, plus a FREE series, running now!
Ah, summer vacation! You have to keep the kids busy and entertained, even when the Georgia heat and humidity makes it unpleasant to be outdoors. And that's when an air-conditioned movie theater comes in handy. This summer, taking the kids to the … [Read more...] about 6 film programs offering family-friendly movies for $1 to $3, plus a FREE series, running now!
Marcus Theatres’ Kids Dream Film Series: Just $3 for kid flicks this summer
Marcus Theatres is hosting its Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series again in 2025. The kid-friendly films will run for 8 weeks, from June 8th to July 31st. Tickets are just $3, for adults and children. The films play Sunday through Thursday at … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres’ Kids Dream Film Series: Just $3 for kid flicks this summer
The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival returns to Piedmont Park this Saturday
The annual Atlanta Ice Cream Festival takes place on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Piedmont Park. It is FREE to attend, but you'll want to eat ice cream, of course, so bring your wallet. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you enter Piedmont … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival returns to Piedmont Park this Saturday
Dunwoody First Friday Pics in the Park includes FREE popcorn: “Indiana Jones & the Last Crusade” is playing this Friday
Come to Pernoshal Park in Dunwoody for a FREE family feature film. The outdoor movies take place on first Fridays of the month, from June through August in 2025. (Note that July is the second Friday, due to the Independence Day holiday.) The movie … [Read more...] about Dunwoody First Friday Pics in the Park includes FREE popcorn: “Indiana Jones & the Last Crusade” is playing this Friday
