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The annual Geranium Festival happens in downtown McDonough on Saturday, May 16

McDonough will once again host its annual Geranium Festival on the historic McDonough Square. It takes place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is FREE The festival is spread out over the Square and the streets of Downtown … [Read more...] about The annual Geranium Festival happens in downtown McDonough on Saturday, May 16

FREE! Come to the Main Street Cruise-In car show in Kennesaw this Saturday

The Kennesaw Police Department will host the 4th annual Main Street Cruise-In on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 8 a.m. to noon. The event is FREE to attend as a spectator. Plus, if you want to bring a vehicle, there is no entry fee and no … [Read more...] about FREE! Come to the Main Street Cruise-In car show in Kennesaw this Saturday

FREE! Mall of Georgia hosts Movies Under the Stars: “Paw Patrol” is up on Saturday

It's family fun time at the Mall of Georgia this summer. On select Saturday nights, you can bring your blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a FREE outdoor movie on the giant screen. The movies take place at the Village … [Read more...] about FREE! Mall of Georgia hosts Movies Under the Stars: “Paw Patrol” is up on Saturday

Decatur Glassblowing hosts a visiting artist demonstration on Saturday, May 16th

Decatur Glassblowing will host a series of open houses and glassblowing demonstrations in 2026. We'll list them all here. The events have free admission, but there will be items for sale. Event details for each event are just below! Decatur … [Read more...] about Decatur Glassblowing hosts a visiting artist demonstration on Saturday, May 16th

Cumming City Center hosts free Movies Al Fresco: “Elio” is playing on Friday

The city of Cumming hosts Movies Al Fresco this summer and fall, at the Lou Sobh Amphitheater, located within the Cumming City Center Complex. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs, and get ready for your favorite movies on the big screen and under … [Read more...] about Cumming City Center hosts free Movies Al Fresco: “Elio” is playing on Friday

Suwanee’s annual Red, White, Bluegrass & Bach concert, with food trucks, on Friday

Come to Town Center Park in Suwanee for some patriotic fun on Friday, May 22, 2026. The city's annual Red, White, Bluegrass & Bach concert begins at 7 p.m. and the event goes till 9:30.  This annual Memorial Day event fills Suwanee Town … [Read more...] about Suwanee’s annual Red, White, Bluegrass & Bach concert, with food trucks, on Friday

The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival in Kennesaw features free concerts Oct. 16th & 17th

The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival takes place in downtown Kennesaw on Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17, 2026.  The festival stretches along Main Street, with concerts at the amphitheater at Depot Park.  Admission and … [Read more...] about The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival in Kennesaw features free concerts Oct. 16th & 17th

Piedmont Park Arts Festival returns to midtown on August 15th & 16th

Come to midtown Atlanta for the Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival, returning to midtown on August 15 and 16, 2026. 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 on August 15th & 16th

Taste of Alpharetta celebrates the local restaurant scene on Thursday, plus continuous live music

Taste of Alpharetta takes place on Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 5 to 10 p.m.  This annual event is FREE to attend, but you'll need to purchase tasting tickets at the event. This is your chance to dine in downtown Alpharetta at over 60 … [Read more...] about Taste of Alpharetta celebrates the local restaurant scene on Thursday, plus continuous live music

Free Friday Night Live Concerts at Atlantic Station: The Geek Squad takes the stage this week

This summer, you can head to Atlantic Station for a FREE outdoor concert on the Atlantic Green. The concerts take place on the third Friday of each month from May to October, on the Atlantic Green.  The Friday Night Live concerts starts at … [Read more...] about Free Friday Night Live Concerts at Atlantic Station: The Geek Squad takes the stage this week

Lawrenceville Evening of the Arts: featuring the best of local talent on July 25th

Lawrenceville presents its 3rd annual Evening of the Arts on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 3 to 9 p.m.  It takes place on the Lawrenceville Lawn, in the city's downtown area and is FREE and family-friendly. This event is a celebration of … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville Evening of the Arts: featuring the best of local talent on July 25th

The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is happening this weekend

The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is back for another year! It takes place on May 9 and 10, 2026. The festival puts a focus on local artists (from Atlanta and other parts of Georgia) and healthy food choices. It is FREE to attend, and dogs … [Read more...] about The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is happening this weekend

The Cherokee County Mother’s Day PowWow & Indian Festival is a 2-day event this weekend

The Annual Cherokee County Mother's Day PowWow & Indian Festival takes place on Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Boling Park in Canton. This is a weekend of culture, tradition, education, and family fun at one of North … [Read more...] about The Cherokee County Mother’s Day PowWow & Indian Festival is a 2-day event this weekend

FREE! The 2026 Sweet Auburn Springfest is a two-day event this weekend

The annual Sweet Auburn Springfest takes place over Mother's Day Weekend, May 9 and 10, 2026. This is the largest FREE street festival in Atlanta. It promises fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family. Sweet Auburn Springfest is spread out … [Read more...] about FREE! The 2026 Sweet Auburn Springfest is a two-day event this weekend

The Georgia Mineral Society’s annual Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show is FREE to attend thru Sunday

The Georgia Mineral Society will host its annual Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show on Mother's Day weekend -- that's May 8 to 10, 2026.  Admission is FREE -- just come on in! There is also free parking on site.  There will be 30+ … [Read more...] about The Georgia Mineral Society’s annual Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show is FREE to attend thru Sunday

FREE concert by the Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra on Sunday, May 10th

The talented young musicians of the Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra will present a FREE concert on Sunday, May 10, 2026 -- which is Mother's Day. The concert starts at 5:30 p.m., at the Innovation Academy auditorium, located at 125 Milton … [Read more...] about FREE concert by the Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra on Sunday, May 10th

The Sandy Springs Lantern Parade & Block Party is happening on Saturday

Get your lanterns ready for the Sandy Springs 2026 Take it to the River Lantern Parade! This community event takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 -- which gives you a bit of time to pick up a lantern kit and customize your lantern. Everyone is … [Read more...] about The Sandy Springs Lantern Parade & Block Party is happening on Saturday

EXTENDED! Live Nation’s “Summer of Live” $30 tickets to many concerts are on sale thru Thursday, May 7th

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Live Nation has announced a special promotion -- the $30 Summer of Live sale, which offers discounted tickets to many shows in select amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada. Several metro Atlanta venues are included in the sale, and we have … [Read more...] about EXTENDED! Live Nation’s “Summer of Live” $30 tickets to many concerts are on sale thru Thursday, May 7th

Flicks on the Bricks in Duluth features “Inside Out” is up next

Flicks on the Bricks is a FREE outdoor summer movie series in Duluth.  The events run from 6 to 9 p.m., and are part of the Rock the Block concert series in Duluth. The movie screen will be positioned at the top of Town Green (next to … [Read more...] about Flicks on the Bricks in Duluth features “Inside Out” is up next

Johns Creek marks the grand opening of the Boardwalk at Town Center with a concert & drone show on May 8th

The grand opening of the Boardwalk at Town Center is happening on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 6 to 10 p.m., in conjunction with the Johns Creek Summer Concert Series.  The concert will feature Boy Band Review, who will perform choreography, … [Read more...] about Johns Creek marks the grand opening of the Boardwalk at Town Center with a concert & drone show on May 8th

Bring Mom to the Mother’s Day Market at Stillfire Brewing on Friday, May 8th

Kick off Mother's Day weekend with this fun event at Stillfire Brewing in Suwanee! The Pre-Mother's Day Market is s happening on the Friday before Mother's Day, May 8, 2026 from 6 to 9 p.m.  This is the perfect time to come out after a … [Read more...] about Bring Mom to the Mother’s Day Market at Stillfire Brewing on Friday, May 8th

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

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

Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night on Friday, August 28th with food, entertainment, and free activities

The City of Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night  on Friday, August 28, 2026 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, August 28th with food, entertainment, and free activities

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

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

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

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

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