The Decatur Book Festival will take place on Friday, October 3rd and Saturday, October 4th, 2025. Prior to the pandemic, The Decatur Book Festival was one of Atlanta's signature Labor Day Weekend events, right up there with Dragon Con. It was … [Read more...] about The Decatur Book Festival returns to the Square this Saturday
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IHOP’s FREE scary face pancake is a Halloween tradition
Sadly, we've learned that IHOP is not offering the free Scary Face Pancake to kids in 2025. We'll update if the tradition returns next year. Info below the line is from a previous year and is not current. For the rest of October, … [Read more...] about IHOP’s FREE scary face pancake is a Halloween tradition
Krispy Kreme: FREE coffee and doughnut, no purchase required, on National Coffee Day this Monday
Krispy Kreme is brewing two delicious offers for National Coffee Day: FREE coffee and doughnut, PLUS BOGO dozens of doughnuts. On September 29, 2025, all customers can receive a FREE medium hot or iced coffee plus a FREE doughnut of your choice, … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: FREE coffee and doughnut, no purchase required, on National Coffee Day this Monday
FREE Yoga on the lawn at Woodruff Park on Saturday mornings
Yoga in the Park is back in 2025! Once again, you can come out to Woodruff Park for 60 minutes of FREE yoga each Saturday morning -- from April 12 to September 27, 2025. Classes take place on the lawn in the center of the park, from 10 to … [Read more...] about FREE Yoga on the lawn at Woodruff Park on Saturday mornings
The Roswell Fall Arts Festival is happening this weekend
The Roswell Fall Arts Festival takes place on September 20 and 21, 2025. It has a new location this fall -- due to construction on the Roswell Town Square, the festival will temporarily move to the grounds of Roswell City Hall. Roswell Arts … [Read more...] about The Roswell Fall Arts Festival is happening this weekend
Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square thru Monday
A Labor Day Weekend tradition! Art in the Park returns to the Marietta Square in 2025. The fine arts festival will run from Saturday, August 3oth through Monday, September 1st, 2025. Admission is FREE. The festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. … [Read more...] about Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square thru Monday
FREE! City Green Live concert series features Moon Taxi this Friday
The City Green Live FREE concert series is back for 2025. The events take place on select Friday nights, from April through August. See the concert schedule below! They're held in City Green Park, in Sandy Springs. The park is inside the City … [Read more...] about FREE! City Green Live concert series features Moon Taxi this Friday
Free museum admission for active military families this summer, thru the Blue Star Museums program
Through the Blue Star Museums program, families of active military members can enjoy FREE admission at over 2,000 venues nationwide -- including 14 in the Atlanta metro area. The program is made possible through collaboration with the National … [Read more...] about Free museum admission for active military families this summer, thru the Blue Star Museums program
The Chamblee Summer Concert Series concludes this Friday with Uptown Funk, a tribute to Bruno Mars
Chamblee rocks again this summer, with three FREE outdoor concerts for 2025. All the concerts take place at the green space in front of Chamblee's new City Hall, located at 3518 Broad Street in the downtown Chamblee entertainment district. There … [Read more...] about The Chamblee Summer Concert Series concludes this Friday with Uptown Funk, a tribute to Bruno Mars
Flicks on the Bricks in Duluth features “Happy Feet” on Friday
Flicks on the Bricks is a FREE outdoor summer movie series in Duluth. It is a bit scaled down this summer, with far fewer films than usual. The events run from 6 to 9 p.m., and are part of the Rock the Block concert series in Duluth. The movie … [Read more...] about Flicks on the Bricks in Duluth features “Happy Feet” on Friday
Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Roswell
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the city of Roswell will hold it's Dia de Los Muertos Festival. It is FREE to attend; just bring your wallet for food and drink. The celebration pays homage to the traditional Mexican holiday, which translates as … [Read more...] about Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Roswell
Acworth hosts FREE 4th of July concert and fireworks at Cauble Park
On Friday, July 4th, 2025, you can come to Cauble Park in Acworth for one of the largest fireworks displays in Cobb County. If you want to spend the entire day at Acworth Beach, bring a picnic meal or purchase food onsite. Gates open at 4 … [Read more...] about Acworth hosts FREE 4th of July concert and fireworks at Cauble Park
Alpharetta holds its Fourth of July fireworks at Wills Park
Alpharetta will host fireworks at Wills Park on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at dusk -- approximately 9:30 p.m. There will be no food trucks this year, but families are encouraged to pack a picnic meal and lawn games. Bring your own blanket or lawn … [Read more...] about Alpharetta holds its Fourth of July fireworks at Wills Park
Johns Creek Independence Day concert and fireworks is on Thursday, July 3rd
Get a headstart on the holiday! The Johns Creek Independence Day celebration takes place a day early, on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The FREE event happens at Newtown Park, located on County Park Road in Johns Creek, from 6:00 p.m. to 10 … [Read more...] about Johns Creek Independence Day concert and fireworks is on Thursday, July 3rd
Roswell’s annual 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza includes food trucks, live music, more
The city of Roswell hosts its annual Fireworks Extravaganza on Friday, July 4, 2025. This is a family-oriented event that includes live performances and food. The event runs from 6 to 10 p.m. It takes place at Roswell Area Park, located at 10495 … [Read more...] about Roswell’s annual 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza includes food trucks, live music, more
Brookhaven Food Truck Fridays is back this Friday
Brookhaven Food Truck Fridays is new event in 2025, replacing the former Wednesday night food truck events of the past. The season is limited this year. There are just three events scheduled, on second Fridays of the month, from … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Food Truck Fridays is back this Friday
Star Spangled Fourth celebration and fireworks at Mall of Georgia
There are apparently no fireworks at Mall of Georgia in 2025. We're basing this on the fact that the mall's website and Facebook events page have not been updated with any info for 2022. View our complete listing of 2025 July Fourth celebrations … [Read more...] about Star Spangled Fourth celebration and fireworks at Mall of Georgia
Ace Hardware gives away FREE flags this Saturday at all locations
Once again, Ace Hardware is giving away 1 million American flags for Memorial Day on Saturday, May 24th, 2025. These are 8″x12″ stick flags, suitable for placing on a grave, at your mailbox, or in a garden as a tribute to a fallen serviceman or … [Read more...] about Ace Hardware gives away FREE flags this Saturday at all locations
The annual Easter Sunrise Service returns to the top of Stone Mountain this weekend
Easter sunrise service at Stone Mountain Park is an Atlanta bucket list item -- and it's back for 2025! There are two simultaneous, inter-denominational services on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025. So, you can watch the sun rise from the … [Read more...] about The annual Easter Sunrise Service returns to the top of Stone Mountain this weekend
FREE upcoming document & paper shredding events around metro Atlanta
FREE document shredding events in the metro Atlanta area Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. You can shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old … [Read more...] about FREE upcoming document & paper shredding events around metro Atlanta
Daffodil Day at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
UPDATE: We've confirmed this event is not happening in 2025. We hope it will return in 2026! There is no surer sign of spring. It doesn't matter what the calendar says, or when the planets align, or how low the mercury goes. Don't … [Read more...] about Daffodil Day at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
The Collection at Forsyth: Tree lighting celebration and FREE photos with Santa
If you're up near Cumming, you can get FREE photos with Santa and a free train ride for the kids at The Collection at Forsyth. The season kicks off with the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, November 23, 2024, starting at 4 p.m. This is … [Read more...] about The Collection at Forsyth: Tree lighting celebration and FREE photos with Santa
Live from Woodruff Park: a weekly concert series on Thursday evenings
Live from Woodruff Park offers free weekly music performances featuring local talent. The event series is family-friendly and open to all ages. Picnic baskets, blankets, and chairs are welcome and encouraged. The concerts take place from 4:30 … [Read more...] about Live from Woodruff Park: a weekly concert series on Thursday evenings
FREE: Trunk-or-Treat event at the Shallowford Presbyterian Church parking lot on October 26th
Shallowford Presbyterian Church will host its annual Trunk-or-Treat event on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. This neighborhood-friendly tradition will take place in the spacious church parking lot. It is FREE to attend. Kids can … [Read more...] about FREE: Trunk-or-Treat event at the Shallowford Presbyterian Church parking lot on October 26th
FREE: Yoga at the Park, by King of Pops, on Saturday mornings
That iconic local brand, King of Pops, is once more hosting its popular Yoga at the Park series! This year, it will take place every other Saturday morning from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. The location is the grassy space near the Old Forth Ward … [Read more...] about FREE: Yoga at the Park, by King of Pops, on Saturday mornings
Take a guided bike tour on the Atlanta BeltLine — for just a $10 donation! (register now for Aug. 24th)
The bike tours are back! From April to November, you can take advantage of guided bicycle tours on the Atlanta BeltLine. The bike tours are offered by the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership and take place on Saturday mornings. (If you don't have a bike, … [Read more...] about Take a guided bike tour on the Atlanta BeltLine — for just a $10 donation! (register now for Aug. 24th)
FREE: Live From Woodruff Park concert series this Thursday features karaoke – come after work!
Downtown Atlanta's central greenspace, Woodruff Park, will host a weekly series of Thursday night concerts in 2024. The performances are FREE, open to the public, and family-friendly. There will be food vendors in the park, and there … [Read more...] about FREE: Live From Woodruff Park concert series this Thursday features karaoke – come after work!
FREE: BeREGGAE Music & Arts Festival in Piedmont Park celebrates Afro-Caribbean Culture
NOTE: We have no info for 2024 and believe this event may not be happening. The festival website has not been updated since 2023. Head to Piedmont Park this August for the 10th Annual BeReggae Music & Arts Festival. The festival takes … [Read more...] about FREE: BeREGGAE Music & Arts Festival in Piedmont Park celebrates Afro-Caribbean Culture
FREE yoga and other fitness classes this week — a calendar of events
Looking for a FREE community yoga session or fitness class around town? We've got you covered. They're taking place in breweries, parks, on the BeltLine, and more locations. Currently, we're also including beer yoga in our list. Many of these have … [Read more...] about FREE yoga and other fitness classes this week — a calendar of events
The Atlanta Fermentation Festival celebrates all things fermented this Sunday
This one-day fest is a celebration of all things fermented -- from kombucha to kraut to beer! It takes place on Sunday, March 10, 2024 from noon to 7 p.m., at the Martin Street Foundry in East Point. The festival is … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Fermentation Festival celebrates all things fermented this Sunday
Leap Year 2024! Grab these Leap Day deals on Thursday, Feb. 29th (updated list!)
Leap Year rolls around just once every four years -- so people just love to mark the date of Leap Day, February 29th, in some special way. Retailers and restaurants often create amazing deals just for Leap Day Babies, also known as Leaplings -- … [Read more...] about Leap Year 2024! Grab these Leap Day deals on Thursday, Feb. 29th (updated list!)
Celebrate Dolly Parton’s Birthday at Wild Heaven Beer — music, photo opps, beer release in sequined cans
Wild Heaven is a craft brewery with two taproom locations: Avondale and West End. The brewery often hosts special events and many are cheap or free. We'll list Wild Heaven events here -- but please verify the event is still on … [Read more...] about Celebrate Dolly Parton’s Birthday at Wild Heaven Beer — music, photo opps, beer release in sequined cans
Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit
NOTE: Oakland Cemetery is closed for the month of January in 2024, for construction and infrastructure improvements. However, you can sign up here for the MLK Day of Service on Jan. 15th and help out by planting trees and doing basic work on the … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit
FREE movies at Red Clay: “The Polar Express” this Monday
Take a break with a night of FREE entertainment at the Red Clay Music Foundry in Duluth. The event schedule is a little sporadic, but there are several FREE indoor events each year. Here's how it works: Admission is free, and seats are … [Read more...] about FREE movies at Red Clay: “The Polar Express” this Monday
Alpharetta’s Season of Celebration: Flicks & Flurries on the Town Green this Saturday
The City of Alpharetta kicks off its Season of Celebration event series, taking place in November and December. The first event is the city's official tree lighting. Activities will vary each week. The center of activities is the Town Green … [Read more...] about Alpharetta’s Season of Celebration: Flicks & Flurries on the Town Green this Saturday
FREE! Drive-thru live nativity scene at Legacy Church in Marietta
Experience the story of Christmas from the comfort of your car. A drive-thru nativity is a live nativity experience with actors and animals and all the sights and sounds of the birth of Jesus, but you drive past the scenes instead of … [Read more...] about FREE! Drive-thru live nativity scene at Legacy Church in Marietta
GPB hosts FREE “Be My Neighbor Day” event for families, on Saturday, Nov. 11th
Georgia Public Broadcasting invites your family to their Be My Neighbor Day event, featuring the popular PBS character Daniel Tiger. It takes place on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is FREE, but you must … [Read more...] about GPB hosts FREE “Be My Neighbor Day” event for families, on Saturday, Nov. 11th
Insomnia Cookies offers a FREE cookie to anyone in costume this Halloween
Note: We're watching for a similar giveaway in 2023. We'll be following the Insomnia Instagram and Facebook pages to watch for an announcement. Insomnia Cookies is getting in the spooky spirit with a handful of deals and steals in 2021. From … [Read more...] about Insomnia Cookies offers a FREE cookie to anyone in costume this Halloween
McAlister’s Deli Halloween offer: Get a free kids meal with adult entree purchase
We don't have details yet for 2023, but will update when McAlister's announces its 2023 Halloween offer. McAlister's Deli is doing things a little differently for Halloween in 2022. Instead of the usual kids-in-costume-eat-free deal, there's a … [Read more...] about McAlister’s Deli Halloween offer: Get a free kids meal with adult entree purchase
Romano’s Macaroni Grill offers FREE meal for first responders every day in October
This offer has apparently not been renewed for 2023, despite running for several consecutive years. During National Pasta Month, which is October, Romano’s Macaroni Grill is showing its gratitude to the country’s dedicated first responders with … [Read more...] about Romano’s Macaroni Grill offers FREE meal for first responders every day in October
