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Live Mariachi band for Cinco de Mayo this Tuesday, at Chattahoochee Food Works

Chattahoochee Food Works will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a live Mariachi band on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.  The music is FREE to enjoy.  There will also be tacos, tequila, and more, from the various vendors in the … [Read more...] about Live Mariachi band for Cinco de Mayo this Tuesday, at Chattahoochee Food Works

FREE Cinco de Mayo Block Party at High Street on Tuesday, May 5th

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with an evening of music, food, and drink at Agave Bandido’s second annual Cinco de Mayo celebration. It's happening on The Green at the High Street mixed use complex in Dunwoody.  The fiesta is FREE to attend on … [Read more...] about FREE Cinco de Mayo Block Party at High Street on Tuesday, May 5th

Cinco de Mayo celebration at Plaza Las Americas in Lilburn on Tuesday, May 5th

There will be a Cinco de Mayo celebration at Plaza las Americas on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. It goes on from 3 to 8 p.m.  There will be food specials on authentic Latin cuisine at the food court.  You'll also find live entertainment, … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo celebration at Plaza Las Americas in Lilburn on Tuesday, May 5th

New Realm Brewing hosts a rooftop Cinco de Mayo party on Tuesday, May 5th

New Realm Brewing will host a Cinco de Mayo party on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 6 to 10 p.m.  There is no cover charge. They will be serving up beer, cocktails, and delicious food.  New Realm Brewing is located along the BeltLine … [Read more...] about New Realm Brewing hosts a rooftop Cinco de Mayo party on Tuesday, May 5th

Peachtree Corners’ Flicks on the Green: The Muppet Movie is up next

Peachtree Corners is once again hosting its summer Flicks on the Green series in 2026. This is a FREE movie series that features iconic movies. See the film schedule below for titles. The movies take place on the first Saturday of the month, March … [Read more...] about Peachtree Corners’ Flicks on the Green: The Muppet Movie is up next

Dunwoody First Friday Pics in the Park includes FREE popcorn: “Kicking & Screaming” plays on June 5th

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 September in 2026.  The movie starts at dusk, so times will vary with each event. There will … [Read more...] about Dunwoody First Friday Pics in the Park includes FREE popcorn: “Kicking & Screaming” plays on June 5th

May-retta Daze: Arts & crafts plus a full day of concerts on Sunday

Mayretta-Daze is a two-day arts, crafts, and music festival. It typically takes place the first weekend in May, at Glover Park in the historic Marietta Square. May-retta Daze will be held on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 2026. The event is … [Read more...] about May-retta Daze: Arts & crafts plus a full day of concerts on Sunday

Concerts by the Springs kicks off the season on May 3rd with Brother Maven

Here's another addition to the Atlanta summer concert season! Concerts by the Springs is a FREE series that is back for 2026. It features just one concert per month from May through September, on Sundays. Seating is on the lawn and is first-come, … [Read more...] about Concerts by the Springs kicks off the season on May 3rd with Brother Maven

Last call for Georgia State Fair, closing this weekend

The 2026 Georgia State Fair: Free admission days, BOGO ride wristband deals, and ticket discounts. The Georgia State Fair returns to EchoPark Speedway (formerly Atlanta Motor Speedway) for it's annual spring run in 2026. And, as always, we've got … [Read more...] about Last call for Georgia State Fair, closing this weekend

The free East Cobb Park Concert Series: Rusted Melody takes the stage on Sunday

The East Cobb Park Concert Series is back for 2026.  The concerts take place on select Sundays from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and are FREE to attend.  Bring your blankets and chairs.  They have announced the spring dates and acts, … [Read more...] about The free East Cobb Park Concert Series: Rusted Melody takes the stage on Sunday

FREE Movies by Moonlight in Sandy Springs

Head to Sandy Springs for Movies by Moonlight on the Heritage Amphitheatre Lawn. These are FREE and family-friendly events. Bring your blanket or chair, or settle in at one of the benches at the Green, to enjoy a family-friendly film on a giant … [Read more...] about FREE Movies by Moonlight in Sandy Springs

Kennesaw’s FREE concert series: Boy Band Review takes the stage on Saturday

The Kennesaw Concert Series is back for the 2026 season! The FREE concerts take place at the amphitheater at Depot Park, in downtown Kennesaw. They are scheduled for select Saturday nights from 7 to 10 p.m. The schedule is just … [Read more...] about Kennesaw’s FREE concert series: Boy Band Review takes the stage on Saturday

FREE early Mother’s Day event at Alpharetta City Center on Sunday, May 3rd

Celebrate Mother's Day a little bit early in Alpharetta's city center! This special event takes place on Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 2 to 4 p.m. It is FREE to attend and will feature special crafts, live music,  and other fun giveaways for … [Read more...] about FREE early Mother’s Day event at Alpharetta City Center on Sunday, May 3rd

Decatur Screen on the Square: Here’s the 2026 movie schedule

Get ready for a reel good time on the square in downtown Decatur! The Screen on the Square Movie Series features family-friendly movies this summer. Save the dates, and plan to bring a blanket or chairs. The events start around 7 p.m. Bags of … [Read more...] about Decatur Screen on the Square: Here’s the 2026 movie schedule

FREE! The Love Out Loud Music Festival is happening in Smyrna on Saturday

Love Out Loud Music Festival is a FREE all-day event. It takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12:30 to 10 p.m., at Stillfire Brewing in downtown Smyrna.  The event hours are 2:30 to 10:30 p.m.  The concerts are outdoors, rain or … [Read more...] about FREE! The Love Out Loud Music Festival is happening in Smyrna on Saturday

Free Comic Book Day 2026 features giveaways at these local comic shops on Saturday

FREE Comic Book Day will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 -- in accordance with its usual date of the first Saturday in May. All together, 24 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 2026 features giveaways at these local comic shops on Saturday

The Johns Creek International Festival provides a taste of the world on Saturday

Come out for the Johns Creek International Festival and celebrate multi-culturalism with traditional food, music, and art. The festival takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Heisman Field in Johns Creek. Admission is FREE. There is ample FREE … [Read more...] about The Johns Creek International Festival provides a taste of the world 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 2, 2026, 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

Tucker Day features a parade, festival, and live music on three stages on Saturday

The 2026 edition of Tucker Day takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., along Main Street in downtown Tucker. You'll find a parade, vendor booths, live music by local artists, an interactive Kids Zone and more. Admission is … [Read more...] about Tucker Day features a parade, festival, and live music on three stages on Saturday

Try something yummy at Taste of East Cobb food festival this Saturday

Taste of East Cobb is a community food festival that happens each year on the first Saturday in May and showcases local restaurants. Taste of East Cobb takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is FREE to attend and … [Read more...] about Try something yummy at Taste of East Cobb food festival this Saturday

Fiesta in the Park happens in Lilburn on Saturday: cultural performances, Lucha Libre wrestling, inflatables, food, more

Fiesta in the Park is a brand new celebration filled with music, food, culture, and fun for the whole family.  It takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. in Lilburn City Park. Admission is FREE, but the kids activities … [Read more...] about Fiesta in the Park happens in Lilburn on Saturday: cultural performances, Lucha Libre wrestling, inflatables, food, more

The Duluth Chalk Art Festival is a two-day event this Friday & Saturday

Head to downtown Duluth for a chalk-tastic extravaganza on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2, 2026. You'll be dazzled by the work of professional chalk artists who will transform the pavement into mind-bending 3D illusions and stunning … [Read more...] about The Duluth Chalk Art Festival is a two-day event this Friday & Saturday

The Gwinnett Multi-Cultural Festival is free and family-friendly on Saturday, May 2nd

The annual Gwinnett Multi-Cultural Festival is back for another year. The event takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Sugarloaf Mills Mall in the parking lot. The festival is FREE to attend and family-friendly. You'll … [Read more...] about The Gwinnett Multi-Cultural Festival is free and family-friendly on Saturday, May 2nd

DTL CON-Quest is a free event in Gwinnett celebrating cosplay, comics, and pop culture fandom

  Free Comic Book Day is Saturday, May 2, 2026. 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 now called … [Read more...] about DTL CON-Quest is a free event in Gwinnett celebrating cosplay, comics, and pop culture fandom

Taste of Spring Festival brings some fun to Olde Town Conyers on Saturday

The Taste of Spring Festival takes place in Olde Town Conyers on Saturday, May 2, 2026. It is FREE to attend, and the live entertainment is free. This is a one-day festival. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and activities are spread throughout the … [Read more...] about Taste of Spring Festival brings some fun to Olde Town Conyers on Saturday

Tuesday night summer movie series at the Mill on Etowah

The Mill on Etowah will host Canton's 2026 summer movie series every Tuesday night in June and July.  These films are FREE to attend.  Movies start at 7 p.m. on the green.  On some dates, there will be character meet & greets … [Read more...] about Tuesday night summer movie series at the Mill on Etowah

FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on Sunday at Town Center at Cobb

The monthly Caffeine & Octane car show is back for 2026. The huge car show event is FREE to attend, either as an exhibitor or spectator. Caffeine and Octane takes place at Town Center at Cobb , in the food court parking lot-- NOT at Perimeter … [Read more...] about FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on Sunday at Town Center at Cobb

FREE First Friday Screen on the Green in Canton: “A Minecraft Movie” is up this week

Screen on the Green returns to The Mill on Etowah in Canton for the summer of 2026.  Come every First Friday of the month for family-friendly flicks -- all FREE to attend. Bring blankets or lawn chairs.  Movies start at 7 p.m. and … [Read more...] about FREE First Friday Screen on the Green in Canton: “A Minecraft Movie” is up this week

Canton First Friday Concerts opens the season with Purple Madness, a Prince tribute

Head to downtown Canton on first Fridays in 2026, for a family-friendly block party that is completely FREE to attend! All of the First Friday events take place between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., around Cannon Park in downtown Canton.  (Need an … [Read more...] about Canton First Friday Concerts opens the season with Purple Madness, a Prince tribute

FREE: It’s time for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on the Marietta Square

The Marietta Square First Friday Art Walks are back for 2026. This community event features local art, live music, and other performances -- along with a chance to shop, dine, and experience all the local flavor of the Marietta Square. The … [Read more...] about FREE: It’s time for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on the Marietta Square

Tucker’s First Friday FREE concert series features Trina Meade this week

The city of Tucker will host FREE live music on the first Friday of each summer month, from May thru September, in 2025. Each concert starts at 7 p.m. at the Church Street green space and will feature a different artist. The space will open at … [Read more...] about Tucker’s First Friday FREE concert series features Trina Meade this week

Enjoy a FREE First Friday concert with The Venus Kings, at The Avenue Peachtree City this week

The Avenue Peachtree City and local band The Venus Kings have teamed up to host a series of FREE First Friday concerts.  From March through October, this series will bring the Peachtree City community together for live music, dining and … [Read more...] about Enjoy a FREE First Friday concert with The Venus Kings, at The Avenue Peachtree City this week

Spring Art Walk this Sunday at the Urban Art Collective in Chamblee

The Urban Art Collective will host its Spring Art Walk on Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  This is a drop-in event, and it is FREE to attend. You'll be able to walk between 35 artist studios (indoors) and meet the artists, … [Read more...] about Spring Art Walk this Sunday at the Urban Art Collective in Chamblee

The eclectic, always fun Inman Park Festival & Parade is back 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 25th and … [Read more...] about The eclectic, always fun Inman Park Festival & Parade is back this weekend

Live at Logan Farm Park: enjoy a FREE concert by The Weekend Getaway Band on April 25th

Live at Logan Farm Park returns to Acworth on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The event features a FREE concert and is open to the public.  The featured performer is The Weekend Getaway Band.  Here's what we know: Gates open at 5 … [Read more...] about Live at Logan Farm Park: enjoy a FREE concert by The Weekend Getaway Band on April 25th

Canton’s Garden in the Park festival is happening this Saturday, April 25th

Head to downtown Canton for the annual Garden in the Park festival. It's happening on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The location is Cannon Park, and the event is FREE to attend. You'll find arts and crafts vendors, plus live … [Read more...] about Canton’s Garden in the Park festival is happening this Saturday, April 25th

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