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
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Taste of Alpharetta celebrates the local restaurant scene – PLUS continuous live music!
Taste of Alpharetta takes place on Thursday, May 8, 2025 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 – PLUS continuous live music!
FREE! The 2025 Sweet Auburn Springfest is a two-day event
The annual Sweet Auburn Springfest takes place over Mother's Day Weekend, May 10th and 11th, 2025. This is the largest FREE street festival in Atlanta. It promises fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family. Sweet Auburn Springfest is … [Read more...] about FREE! The 2025 Sweet Auburn Springfest is a two-day event
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
The Duluth Chalk Art Festival
Head to downtown Duluth for a chalk-tastic extravaganza on Friday, May 2nd and Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. 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
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
Taste of Spring Festival brings some fun to Olde Town Conyers this weekend
The Taste of Spring Festival takes place in Olde Town Conyers on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. 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 … [Read more...] about Taste of Spring Festival brings some fun to Olde Town Conyers this weekend
Tucker Day features a parade, festival, and live music on three stages on Saturday
The 2025 edition of Tucker Day takes place on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, 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 on Saturday
Taste of East Cobb is a community food festival that happens each year on the first Saturday in May and showcases local restaurants. The 2025 edition of Taste of East Cobb takes place on Saturday, May 3rd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is FREE to … [Read more...] about Try something yummy at Taste of East Cobb on Saturday
The Decatur Arts Festival returns this weekend, with 3 days of free events
The Decatur Arts Festival returns to downtown Decatur, live and in person! This is a 3-day festival that's spread out around downtown Decatur and the historic Courthouse Square. The 2025 Arts Festival launches on the evening of Friday, May 2nd and … [Read more...] about The Decatur Arts Festival returns this weekend, with 3 days of free events
Spend a day at the May-retta Daze Festival, returning to Glover Park this weekend
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. In 2025, May-retta Daze will be held on Saturday, May 3rd and Sunday, … [Read more...] about Spend a day at the May-retta Daze Festival, returning to Glover Park this weekend
The Johns Creek International Festival provides a taste of the world this 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 3, 2025 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 this 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
The Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade lights up West End
Need to make a lantern? See the free and cheap workshops listed below. Hey, Atlanta! Can you believe it's been 15 years since the very first lantern parade, the one that started them all? Well, it's time to light up the night again. On … [Read more...] about The Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade lights up West End
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
FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square on Sunday
The annual Taste of Marietta food festival takes place on Sunday, April 27th, 2025 on the Marietta Square. (It's always the last Sunday in April.) This is the most sensibly priced tasting event we know of. Instead of paying for expensive tickets … [Read more...] about FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square on Sunday
The Lemonade Days Festival is running in Dunwoody, through Sunday
Dunwoody's annual Lemonade Days festival returns in the spring of 2025 for it's 25th year! The five-day event will happen from Wednesday, April 23rd thru Sunday, April 27th, 2025. Lemonade Days Festival hours: Wednesday -- 4 … [Read more...] about The Lemonade Days Festival is running in Dunwoody, through Sunday
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!
Live at Logan Farm Park: enjoy a FREE concert this Saturday
Live at Logan Farm Park returns to Acworth on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event features a FREE concert and is open to the public. We currently have no info for 2025 about the scheduled performances, but will update when details are … [Read more...] about Live at Logan Farm Park: enjoy a FREE concert this Saturday
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
FREE! Oakhurst Jazz Nights on every Thursday in April
The Oakhurst Neighborhood Association is hosting the 2025 season of Oakhurst Jazz Nights! The FREE sunset concerts will feature some of the best jazz artists in the Southeast. They take place on Thursday nights in April and September -- which are … [Read more...] about FREE! Oakhurst Jazz Nights on every Thursday in April
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
Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is a 2-day festival on Easter weekend, with the largest egg hunt in the county
The Sandy Springs Artsapalooza festival will take place on April 19th and 20th in 2025 -- which is Easter weekend! In a typical year, this two-day event puts an emphasis on local and regional arts and crafts. In addition to 150 artist booths, the … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is a 2-day festival on Easter weekend, with the largest egg hunt in the county
ARTucker is a free, family-friendly street festival on Saturday, April 19th
ARTucker is a FREE, family-friendly arts festival taking place in the heart of Tucker on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's all happening at the Church Street Greenspace, located at: 4316 Church Street Tucker GA … [Read more...] about ARTucker is a free, family-friendly street festival on Saturday, April 19th
The 2nd annual Chamblee Art Fest is back on Easter weekend
The City of Chamblee now hosts a brand new spring arts festival, inside the Perimeter! The 2nd annual Chamblee Arts Fest takes place on Saturday, April 19th and Sunday, April 2oth, 2025. This is a street festival, with booths lining Peachtree Road … [Read more...] about The 2nd annual Chamblee Art Fest is back on Easter weekend
The 2nd annual Conyers Book Festival is happening this Saturday
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 2nd annual Conyers Book Festival is happening this Saturday
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
Tunes by the Tracks: FREE live music on Friday night in Stone Mountain Village
Update for 2025: We've learned that Tunes From the Tracks will be on hiatus for May and June, at least. This is because the organizer has lost access to the municipal parking on Main Street, where the events were held. The hiatus was explained in … [Read more...] about Tunes by the Tracks: FREE live music on Friday night in Stone Mountain Village
The Suwanee Arts Festival is the place to be
The Suwanee Arts Festival takes place on Saturday, April 12th and Sunday, April 13th, 2025. It is FREE to attend. The festival takes place at Suwanee Town Center, the central hub of the city. Festival hours: Saturday 10 am to 6 pm Sunday 10 … [Read more...] about The Suwanee Arts Festival is the place to be
The Conyers FREE Concert Series opens the season this Saturday
Save the dates for the new Conyers Concert Series in 2025! They are listed just below. The events take place in Olde Town on Railroad Street on select dates from April to June. Enjoy live music and food trucks as part of the popular Trucks on the … [Read more...] about The Conyers FREE Concert Series opens the season this Saturday
The Lawrenceville Boogie is a block party on the Square, coming this Saturday
The Lawrenceville Boogie returns to the Lawrenceville Square on Saturday, April 12, 2025. This is a block-party style street festival that made its debut a couple of years ago. It is FREE to attend. Festival hours are 4 to 10 p.m. Head to the … [Read more...] about The Lawrenceville Boogie is a block party on the Square, coming this Saturday
Henry County’s spring festival features a helicopter egg drop on Saturday
Henry County Parks & Rec department will host a spring festival on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The event begins at 5 p.m., and the Easter egg hunts start at 7 p.m. Everything is FREE to attend. Bring your own flashlight, camera, and a … [Read more...] about Henry County’s spring festival features a helicopter egg drop on Saturday
Your complete guide to the 2025 Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
We have a complete list of FREE concerts at the 2025 Dogwood Festival, just below! Dogwood Festival 2023, Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Dogwood Festival Piedmont Park The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is back at Piedmont Park for 2025, right on … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to the 2025 Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
