The Yaarab Shrine Circus and Fair is back for 2025. The show runs from Saturday, May 17th through Memorial Day Monday, May 26th, at Jim Miller Park in Marietta. There is also a special sneak peek on Friday, May 16th -- no circus performance, but a … [Read more...] about Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair: running now thru Memorial Day!
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The Loganville Carnival is running now — FREE admission, just pay for rides!
The Loganville Carnival runs from Thursday, May 1st through Sunday, May 11th in 2025. Admission is FREE, and you can save $5 on a ride wristband by purchasing online, rather than at the gate. NOTE that the carnival does not accept cards for any … [Read more...] about The Loganville Carnival is running now — FREE admission, just pay for rides!
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fun events and great deals on food & drink
Cinco de Mayo is a yearly celebration held on May 5th. It commemorates the anniversary of Mexico's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla, in 1862. Today in the United States, Cinco de Mayo is largely a day to eat, drink, and make merry, … [Read more...] about Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fun events and great deals on food & drink
Fireworks at Centennial Olympic Park: update for July 4th, 2025
The 4th of July fireworks and celebration in downtown Atlanta, at Centennial Olympic Park, is now known as "Look Up Atlanta." UPDATE: This event is on hiatus for 2025. Please check our huge list of July 4th fireworks & celebrations, and … [Read more...] about Fireworks at Centennial Olympic Park: update for July 4th, 2025
Free Comic Book Day 2025 features giveaways at these local comic shops on Saturday
FREE Comic Book Day will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 -- in accordance with its usual date of the first Saturday in May. All together, 46 comic book titles will be up for grabs at the comic book industry's most anticipated annual event. You … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day 2025 features giveaways at these local comic shops on Saturday
The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival features boat races and cultural activities on Saturday
The 7th annual Acworth Dragon Boat Festival will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Dallas Landing Park, on Lake Allatoona. The festival is FREE to attend. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features teams of people racing in 46-foot … [Read more...] about The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival features boat races and cultural activities on Saturday
Comic Book Day at the Lawrenceville Arts Center: free comics, vendors, panels, more
Free Comic Book Day is Saturday, May 3, 2025. The annual event is noted for giveaways at participating comic shops. This year, the day will feature a community celebration in historic downtown Lawrenceville. The event is held at the Lawrenceville … [Read more...] about Comic Book Day at the Lawrenceville Arts Center: free comics, vendors, panels, more
Get $35 Student Rush tickets for “Peter Pan” at the Fox Theatre this week
Enter the Lucky Seat ticket lottery OR get $35 Student Rush tickets for this show at the Fox Theatre. Broadway in Atlanta announced via press release that it will offer a ticket lottery plus student rush tickets for Peter Pan, the … [Read more...] about Get $35 Student Rush tickets for “Peter Pan” at the Fox Theatre this week
The Cobb Parks Spring Arts Festival returns to Jim Miller Park this Saturday
The Cobb Parks Spring Arts Festival is a new annual event, just in its second year in 2025. It replaces the annual Easter Eggstravaganza. The event takes place at Jim Miller Park in Marietta. It is FREE to attend. You'll find a variety of … [Read more...] about The Cobb Parks Spring Arts Festival returns to Jim Miller Park this Saturday
The eclectic, always fun Inman Park Festival & Parade is happening this weekend
It's been called Atlanta's "most spirited and eclectic" street festival, and it's our personal favorite here at Atlanta On The Cheap. The Inman Park Festival takes place each year during the last weekend of April -- which is Saturday, April 26th and … [Read more...] about The eclectic, always fun Inman Park Festival & Parade is happening this weekend
Free “Art of Nature” celebration & exhibit at Blue Heron Nature Preserve this Saturday
Every year, Blue Heron Nature Preserve hosts an outdoor art exhibit with the overarching theme of Art of Nature. This year’s exhibition is titled Placemaking: Through the Lens of Women, Water and History. Curated by Nancy Jones, the founder of … [Read more...] about Free “Art of Nature” celebration & exhibit at Blue Heron Nature Preserve this Saturday
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!
City of Jonesboro hosts a FREE Spring Fling Concert on Saturday
The city of Jonesboro will host a FREE Spring Fling concert on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event goes from 6 to 9 p.m. and doors open at 5:30 p.m. It all takes place at Lee Street Park & Amphitheater, located at: 155 Lee Street Jonesboro … [Read more...] about City of Jonesboro hosts a FREE Spring Fling Concert on Saturday
Movie theaters in Atlanta and nationwide host Sneak Peek Showcase with $3 tickets on Thursday
This is an event for movie lovers! Are you always checking out the latest trailers or reading news about upcoming releases? If so, you will definitely want to take a seat at this advance sneak peek, to find out what's coming to the big screen … [Read more...] about Movie theaters in Atlanta and nationwide host Sneak Peek Showcase with $3 tickets on Thursday
The Amplify Decatur Music Festival features FREE concerts on the Decatur Square
Amplify Decatur is a 3-day music festival, taking place around downtown Decatur each year in April. It generally includes a handful of free or cheap performances around downtown Decatur, as well as paid admission for other concerts. The Amplify … [Read more...] about The Amplify Decatur Music Festival features FREE concerts on the Decatur Square
The annual Conyers Book Festival
The second annual Conyers Book Festival takes place on Saturday, April 19, 2025 in Olde Town Conyers. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and it is FREE to attend. The festival is held on the grounds of The Book Cellar (located at 951 Rail Road Street) … [Read more...] about The annual Conyers Book Festival
The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience at Oakland Cemetery, running now
Illumine is an annual after-dark arts event that takes place at Oakland Cemetery this spring. It happens on select nights from April 17 to 27, 2025. Tickets go on sale on February 15, 2025. Illumine is one of those events … [Read more...] about The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience at Oakland Cemetery, running now
FREE exhibit and opening reception at the Norcross History Museum
The City of Norcross invites you to view a FREE exhibit, Norcross Then vs. Now, that explores the city's transformation from its early days on. There will also be a FREE reception to celebrate the exhibit's opening. The showcase runs from … [Read more...] about FREE exhibit and opening reception at the Norcross History Museum
Spring Festival & egg hunt for kids at The Avenue Peachtree City
The Avenue Peachtree City hosts a Spring Festival on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. It is FREE to attend and takes place at Central Park. Come and take photos with the Easter Bunny. There will be an egg hunt, face painting, and … [Read more...] about Spring Festival & egg hunt for kids at The Avenue Peachtree City
Enjoy the Spring to Life Family Festival at Oakland Cemetery
Oakland Cemetery is hosting its Spring to Life Family Festival on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The event is FREE to attend and takes place on the cemetery grounds from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Throughout the day, the event will feature interactive activities … [Read more...] about Enjoy the Spring to Life Family Festival at Oakland Cemetery
Your complete guide to the Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
We're in the process of updating for 2026 -- please check back soon! Dogwood Festival 2023, Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Dogwood Festival Piedmont Park The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is back at Piedmont Park for 2025, right on schedule this April. … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to the Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
March along with the Sandy Springs Lantern Parade & Block Party
Get your lanterns ready for the Sandy Springs 2025 Take it to the River Lantern Parade! This community event takes place on Saturday, April 5th -- which gives you a bit of time to pick up a lantern kit and customize your lantern. Everyone is … [Read more...] about March along with the Sandy Springs Lantern Parade & Block Party
FREE “Sing Me a Psalm” choral concert by the Festival Singers of Atlanta on Saturday
The Festival Singers of Atlanta invite you to the second concert of the 2024-2025 season with a program titled Sing Me a Psalm. The concert takes place on Saturday, April 5 2025, at 4 p.m. in the Sanctuary of St. Mark United Methodist … [Read more...] about FREE “Sing Me a Psalm” choral concert by the Festival Singers of Atlanta on Saturday
Avalon’s FREE outdoor events are back: live music, fun for tots, yoga, comedy, more
Avalon is once again hosting its signature series of FREE summer events! This year's series includes activities for pre-school tots, yoga, comedy, live music, and more. The events are open to the public and do not require advance … [Read more...] about Avalon’s FREE outdoor events are back: live music, fun for tots, yoga, comedy, more
Chamblee hosts a free community block party at Village Park, with “Moana” screening this Friday
The City of Chamblee will celebrate the new upgrades to Village Park with a special grand re-opening event on Friday, March 28, 2025. The block party is FREE to attend, and begins at 6 p.m. The event will include lawn games, a food truck, … [Read more...] about Chamblee hosts a free community block party at Village Park, with “Moana” screening this Friday
The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends in March
NOTE: Yule Forest has closed permanently, so this event will not repeat after 2025. Browse our Spring Festival Guide for similar events. You don't have to travel to Holland to see fields of tulips this year -- because Yule Forest Farm … [Read more...] about The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends in March
DEAL ALERT for Monster Mini Golf indoor play area — save 25% for spring break!
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It's that time of year, when families are looking for fun, affordable activities during spring break -- and we have a great suggestion! Monster Mini Golf, located in Marietta, offers a unique INDOOR mini golf course experience for all ages. It's … [Read more...] about DEAL ALERT for Monster Mini Golf indoor play area — save 25% for spring break!
Chuck E. Cheese: Save up to 36% on 60 minutes of unlimited game play
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Spring break week is coming up fast, and you may be looking for some family fun that doesn't break the bank -- so here's a deal for you! Chuck E. Cheese is a great location for a family outing, featuring arcade games, a kid-friendly environment, … [Read more...] about Chuck E. Cheese: Save up to 36% on 60 minutes of unlimited game play
Target offers a FREE 3-month subscription to Peacock Premium
Peacock Premium is a streaming platform with new movies, hit series, live sports, Peacock Original, and more. You'll also find current NBC & Bravo shows, more than 50 always-on channels, and live news. Best of all, Peacock has lots of … [Read more...] about Target offers a FREE 3-month subscription to Peacock Premium
FREE: St. Patrick’s “Luck of the Square” celebration at Colony Square
Colony Square is hosting a fun Irish-themed celebration on Saturday March 15, 2025, from noon to 3 p.m. If you get there early, you can grab some food as you watch the annual Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade, which starts at noon near the intersection … [Read more...] about FREE: St. Patrick’s “Luck of the Square” celebration at Colony Square
St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this March in downtown Lawrenceville!
The city of Lawrenceville hosts the annual St Paddy's on Perry celebration on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. This family-friendly street festival is FREE to attend. It takes place in downtown Lawrenceville, at McCray's Tavern. St. … [Read more...] about St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this March in downtown Lawrenceville!
Enter the Lucky Seat ticket lottery for “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical” at the Fox Theatre
Enter the Lucky Seat ticket lottery OR get $35 Student Rush tickets for this show at the Fox Theatre. Broadway in Atlanta announced via press release that it will offer a ticket lottery for A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, a new … [Read more...] about Enter the Lucky Seat ticket lottery for “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical” at the Fox Theatre
Braves on the Square: a FREE baseball viewing party at Colony Square
Cheer on the Atlanta Braves from the comfort of "Midtown's living room" at Colony Square! In partnership with Bally Sports, Colony Square will be showing select Braves games on The Plaza big screen. Viewing Schedule: Thursday, May 23rd at … [Read more...] about Braves on the Square: a FREE baseball viewing party at Colony Square
Fridays-N-Duluth features food trucks and an outdoor movie
Fridays-N-Duluth features food trucks, live music, vendors, and special themed events, all summer long! UPDATE on 4-22-25 Duluth is not hosting the Friday food truck series in 2025 in the same format. It is being replaced … [Read more...] about Fridays-N-Duluth features food trucks and an outdoor movie
Full Radius Dance Company: Choose your price, starting at $0, for these upcoming performances
Full Radius Dance presents An Unkindness of Ravens this March. The performance is described as: An exploration, through physically integrated dance, of the complex symbolism of the raven - loss, death, prophecy, insight, & … [Read more...] about Full Radius Dance Company: Choose your price, starting at $0, for these upcoming performances
“Discovering the World of Jesus” exhibit — get 25% OFF tickets when you purchase by Monday
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Discovering the World of Jesus is a traveling exhibit. It will be on display at Pullman Yards through February 28, 2025. The exhibit lets you step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of Jesus through over 350 authentic artifacts. … [Read more...] about “Discovering the World of Jesus” exhibit — get 25% OFF tickets when you purchase by Monday
Celebrate Asian culture at the Johns Creek Lunar New Year Festival
The Johns Creek Lunar New Year Festival takes place on Saturday, February 1, 2025. It is FREE, open to the public, and family-friendly. Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Come for delicious Asian cuisine and cultural performances. The festival is located … [Read more...] about Celebrate Asian culture at the Johns Creek Lunar New Year Festival
Cartersville celebrates 175th birthday with a special winter festival — FREE and family-friendly
The city of Cartersville will celebrate its 175th birthday on Saturday, February 1, 2025, with a special winter festival. This commemorative event takes place from noon to 6 p.m. in Friendship Plaza in downtown Cartersville. It is FREE to … [Read more...] about Cartersville celebrates 175th birthday with a special winter festival — FREE and family-friendly
Get $35 student rush tickets for the new mystery musical “Clue” at the Fox Theatre
Enter the Lucky Seat ticket lottery or get $35 Student Rush tickets for this show at the Fox Theatre. Broadway in Atlanta announced via press release that it will offer a ticket lottery for Clue, a new musical based on the classic board game. … [Read more...] about Get $35 student rush tickets for the new mystery musical “Clue” at the Fox Theatre
Alpharetta Art in the Park at Brooke Street Park
NOTE: This event is apparently not happening in 2025. We will update if we find new details. The info below is from a previous year. Get your arts-and-crafts fix at Alpharetta Art in the Park. Admission is FREE. This outdoor artists … [Read more...] about Alpharetta Art in the Park at Brooke Street Park
