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For four days only, June 4 to 7, 2026, Fever, the global entertainment company, is offering discounts from 15% to 50% on immersive experiences in Atlanta. These exhibitions are rarely discounted, so take advantage of the Fever Days flash sale while … [Read more...] about Get 50% OFF tickets to Dinoverse: An Epic Journey to the Jurassic

Avondale Estates hosts its FREE Weekend Wind Down concert this Sunday – Blue Talk takes the stage

Avondale Estates will once again host its Weekend Wind Down concerts on the Town Green. These FREE concert events take place on select dates this year, and the schedule is below. The dates are mostly 2nd Sundays -- except for May and … [Read more...] about Avondale Estates hosts its FREE Weekend Wind Down concert this Sunday – Blue Talk takes the stage

FREE! Music in the Garden concert at Woodlands Garden in Decatur this Sunday

If you've not yet visited Woodlands Garden in Decatur, put it on your bucket list right now! Woodlands Garden is ALWAYS FREE to visit and enjoy. There are a variety of events there, and some are free and others come with a small fee. Woodlands … [Read more...] about FREE! Music in the Garden concert at Woodlands Garden in Decatur this Sunday

Snellville Beach Blast: come play in the sand and listen to beach music this Sunday

Snellville will host its annual Beach Blast on Sunday, June 7, 2026 from noon to 5 p.m.  NOTE that this the rain date, for the event that was postpone in May due to weather.  This is the last time the city will put on this event, … [Read more...] about Snellville Beach Blast: come play in the sand and listen to beach music this Sunday

Concerts by the Springs: Canyonland takes the stage this Sunday

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: Canyonland takes the stage this Sunday

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

Peachtree City holds its annual July 4th Parade, Festival, Concert, & Fireworks

Peachtree City gets patriotic this Independence Day! On July 4, 2026, the city hosts a parade in the morning and a fireworks display in the evening. The parade begins at 9 a.m. It is FREE to attend. Parade Route: The parade begins on … [Read more...] about Peachtree City holds its annual July 4th Parade, Festival, Concert, & Fireworks

Cumming hosts a 4th of July parade, followed by a day of fun & fireworks at the Fairgrounds

Cumming is the place to be this 4th of July, with a parade downtown in the morning and a full day of fun at the Cumming Fairgrounds, ending with a brilliant fireworks display. The parade starts at 10 a.m. It starts at Forsyth Central High School, … [Read more...] about Cumming hosts a 4th of July parade, followed by a day of fun & fireworks at the Fairgrounds

Cartersville hosts a 4th of July parade, festival, concert and huge fireworks display

The annual July 4th celebration returns to Cartersville on Saturday, July 4, 2025. It includes a parade, festival, entertainment, and the largest fireworks display the city has ever put on. The parade down Main Street in downtown … [Read more...] about Cartersville hosts a 4th of July parade, festival, concert and huge fireworks display

Newnan holds a 4th of July parade, concert, festival, and fireworks

The city of Newnan will hold its annual 4th of July celebration again in 2026.  All events are FREE to attend.  Apparently there is no parade this year.  But on the evening of July 4, 2026, you can head to Newnan High School for … [Read more...] about Newnan holds a 4th of July parade, concert, festival, and fireworks

Kennesaw’s “Salute to America” features live music, fireworks, and more on July 3rd

The city of Kennesaw will host an all-day Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026.  It is FREE to attend and goes from 4 to 10 p.m.  The location is Depot Park in historic downtown Kennesaw. Bring a picnic meal or plan to … [Read more...] about Kennesaw’s “Salute to America” features live music, fireworks, and more on July 3rd

Powder Springs hosts 4th of July celebration with concerts, a festival, and fireworks

The city of Powder Springs will host an Independence Day celebration and fireworks on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The event will also include a cruise-in car show. The festival takes place in downtown Powder Springs, in and around Thurman Springs … [Read more...] about Powder Springs hosts 4th of July celebration with concerts, a festival, and fireworks

Jonesboro celebrates Independence Day with fireworks and a concert

NOTE: We don't have any info about 2026 Independence Day events in Jonesboro. The city calendar is empty, as of 6-15-26.  We'll update if we learn more. Celebrate Independence Day a day early in Clayton County! Jonesboro will hold a festive … [Read more...] about Jonesboro celebrates Independence Day with fireworks and a concert

City of Dallas hosts July 4th fireworks & a concert, featuring Guardians of the Jukebox

The City of Dallas will host Paulding County's only July 4th fireworks show this year, on Saturday, July 4, 2026. (Hiram is holding fireworks on June 27, 2026) The fun starts at 6 p.m. with food trucks and activities for kids, in the … [Read more...] about City of Dallas hosts July 4th fireworks & a concert, featuring Guardians of the Jukebox

Woodstock July 4th Spectacular: parade, festival, and fireworks

Updated for 2026! The annual July 4th Spectacular will take place in Woodstock on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with a series of FREE events that includes a freedom run, a parade, a festival, and fireworks. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. at … [Read more...] about Woodstock July 4th Spectacular: parade, festival, and fireworks

Chamblee hosts the International Night Market this Friday & Saturday

Get ready for a global culinary adventure! Atlanta International Night Market will hold its next event in downtown Chamblee. The event takes place over two days and is FREE to attend.  On Friday, June 5, 2026,  the Night Market hours … [Read more...] about Chamblee hosts the International Night Market this Friday & Saturday

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

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 this Saturday

FREE outdoor movie series at Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw — “Madagascar” is playing on Saturday

The Outdoor Movie Series in Kennesaw is back for the 2026 spring and summer season! Movies take place on select Saturdays in the months of May and June.  The movies are shown on a giant screen at Swift-Cantrell Park, after sundown. You're … [Read more...] about FREE outdoor movie series at Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw — “Madagascar” is playing on Saturday

The Duluth Lantern Parade: Festival, music, make-your-own-lantern, join the parade (this Friday!)

Come early and make your own lantern for FREE! Downtown Duluth is the place to be on Friday, June 5, 2026!  This is the rain date, for the event that was supposed to happen in May. Come early to make your own lantern and enjoy live … [Read more...] about The Duluth Lantern Parade: Festival, music, make-your-own-lantern, join the parade (this Friday!)

Johns Creek Summer Concert Series: Yacht Rock Schooner on Friday, June 5th

FREE outdoor concerts, movies, and food trucks -- at Newtown Park. This summer, there are many FREE and family-friendly events happening at Newtown Park, in Johns Creek, including this series of FREE summer concerts. The concerts take place … [Read more...] about Johns Creek Summer Concert Series: Yacht Rock Schooner on Friday, June 5th

Canton First Friday Concerts: featuring The Molly Ringwalds, playing 80s iconic hits

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: featuring The Molly Ringwalds, playing 80s iconic hits

FREE live music at Church Street Park in Marietta this Friday

Friday Night Live Music in the Park takes place at Church Street Park in Marietta monthly, from June through October.  These concerts feature local singer-songwriters and jazz combos from 6 to 8 p.m.  No tickets. No cover. Just good … [Read more...] about FREE live music at Church Street Park in Marietta this Friday

FREE First Friday Screen on the Green in Canton: “David” is up next

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: “David” is up next

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

Educator Appreciation Days at Stone Mountain Park: Free passes for educators, plus discount for family members

Stone Mountain is holding Educator Appreciation Days from May 29 to June 5, 2026. Educators can receive one FREE Attractions Pass, plus the opportunity to purchase more passes at a discounted rate of $29.99 each for up to six … [Read more...] about Educator Appreciation Days at Stone Mountain Park: Free passes for educators, plus discount for family members

Tucker’s First Friday FREE concert series: featuring Landslide, a Fleetwood Mac tribute act, on June 5th

The city of Tucker will host FREE live music on the first Friday of each summer month, from May thru September, in 2026. 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: featuring Landslide, a Fleetwood Mac tribute act, on June 5th

Amplify Decatur: FREE concert on the Square, featuring Canyonland + The Sundogs, on June 5th

Amplify Decatur is a 4-day music festival, taking place around downtown Decatur each year. It generally includes a handful of free or cheap performances on the Decatur Square, as well as paid admission for other concerts. The Amplify Decatur … [Read more...] about Amplify Decatur: FREE concert on the Square, featuring Canyonland + The Sundogs, on June 5th

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

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

Free outdoor movies at Colony Square on first Thursdays — “Finding Dory” is up next

Head to midtown Atlanta for Movies On The Square, happening on first Thursdays each month from April to October. Kick back and relax to film classics on the jumbo screen, starting at 7 p.m. in The Plaza at Colony Square. The movies are FREE to … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Colony Square on first Thursdays — “Finding Dory” is up next

FREE Movies on the Lawn at Uptown: “Dirty Dancing” is up on June 4th

 Movie buffs, grab your popcorn!  Uptown Atlanta is launching an outdoor movie series, to take place weekly outdoors at Uptown, the mixed use destination around the Lindbergh MARTA station. (Formerly known as Lindbergh City Center.) The … [Read more...] about FREE Movies on the Lawn at Uptown: “Dirty Dancing” is up on June 4th

Screen on the Green at High Street with free popcorn: “The Game Plan” is up next

The High Street mixed-use district in Dunwoody will host an outdoor movie series -- including FREE popcorn -- on first Thursdays of each month from April thru October in 2026.  The events are FREE to attend, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Films … [Read more...] about Screen on the Green at High Street with free popcorn: “The Game Plan” is up next

4th of July in Douglasville: parade, festival, and fireworks

Douglasville has a festive Fourth on the calendar for 2026! Activities include a concert, parade, festival, and fireworks. The Independence Day Parade starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The parade travels down Church Street thru … [Read more...] about 4th of July in Douglasville: parade, festival, and fireworks

FREE Forum Flicks at Peachtree Corners: “Frozen” is up this Tuesday

The Forum at Peachtree Corners hosts FREE films on second Tuesdays The Forum at Peachtree Corners will host FREE family-friendly movies on the second Tuesday of the month, from April thru October. Movies take place in The Plaza from 6 to 8 … [Read more...] about FREE Forum Flicks at Peachtree Corners: “Frozen” is up this Tuesday

Hapeville summer concert series: Jazz & Seafood on July 18th

Hapeville's annual Downtown Live Concert Series is returning to Jess Lucas Park in the summer of 2026.  The schedule of events is just below.  All events are FREE and family-friendly.  Each event features a concert and a … [Read more...] about Hapeville summer concert series: Jazz & Seafood on July 18th

Star Spangled Snellville — festival, concert, family fun, and fireworks on July 4th

Star Spangled Snellville takes place on Friday, July 4th, 2025. It's an all-day event, beginning at 6 p.m. and wrapping up around 10 p.m. when the fireworks have finished. It's all happening at the Snellville Towne Green. The event is FREE to … [Read more...] about Star Spangled Snellville — festival, concert, family fun, and fireworks on July 4th

The city of Sugar Hill hosts Sparks in the Park on July 3rd, with music and fireworks

  The city of Sugar Hill will host Sparks in the Park at E.E. Robinson Park on Friday, July 3rd, 2026. The event includes live music and fireworks. It begins at 6:30 p.m., with fireworks at dark. E.E. Robinson Park is located … [Read more...] about The city of Sugar Hill hosts Sparks in the Park on July 3rd, with music and fireworks

Lawrenceville hosts “Prelude to the 4th” fireworks spectacular on July 1st

The City of Lawrenceville will host a special Prelude to the Fourth fireworks spectacular on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, on the Lawrenceville Lawn. The event takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. It is FREE to attend. The event features an evening of … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville hosts “Prelude to the 4th” fireworks spectacular on July 1st

Movies Under the Stars at Church Street Park in Marietta: “Back to the Future” is up next

Enjoy Movies Under the Stars at Church Street Park in Marietta this summer.  The series runs monthly on 2nd Saturdays, from May thru October in 2026. The screenings are FREE to attend and all movies are family-friendly.  Bring your … [Read more...] about Movies Under the Stars at Church Street Park in Marietta: “Back to the Future” is up next

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