The City of Johns Creek presents its annual Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The event is FREE to attend. It takes place at the Johns Creek City Hall between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Kids and families can come out to view and get close … [Read more...] about Johns Creek hosts its annual FREE Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday
Kids and Family
Cool off in these FREE Splash Pads, Spraygrounds, & Interactive Fountains
The splash pads and spraygrounds in Atlanta are a fun way for kids to cool off and play in the water, without going to a pool. No matter where you live in metro Atlanta, there is most likely a park with a water feature near you -- and most of them … [Read more...] about Cool off in these FREE Splash Pads, Spraygrounds, & Interactive Fountains
National Kids to Parks Day is this Saturday: plan an outing or go to one of these local events
Get the kids outside and exploring nature, with these events that celebrate Kids to Parks Day -- which lands on Saturday, May 16, 2026 this year. Kids to Parks Day is national day of outdoor play that is observed annually on the third Saturday of … [Read more...] about National Kids to Parks Day is this Saturday: plan an outing or go to one of these local events
FREE outdoor movie series at Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw — “Atlantis: The Lost Empire” is up next
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 — “Atlantis: The Lost Empire” is up next
FREE “Days of Play” this week in downtown Lilburn on Thursday
Gwinnett County hosts FREE "Days of Play" in Lawrenceville, Duluth, Lilburn & Norcross! Be Active Gwinnett is hosting a series of pop-up recreational events in county parks during 2026, from March through May. In past years, there … [Read more...] about FREE “Days of Play” this week in downtown Lilburn on Thursday
FREE! Tot Spot Thursdays offers playtime and activities at Atlantic Station
Enjoy the warm weather with your pre-K tots at Atlantic Station. You can bring the kiddos for fun activities on the second Thursday of the month in May, June, and July. Tot Spot takes place from 10 a.m. to noon. on the Atlantic … [Read more...] about FREE! Tot Spot Thursdays offers playtime and activities at Atlantic Station
College Football Hall of Fame: Free admission for moms + a mimosa on Mother’s Day, May 10th
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The National College Football Hall of Fame - ticket discounts and FREE admission days The College Football Hall of Fame includes must-see interactive exhibits with content personalized to over 770 teams, historical artifacts, a three-story … [Read more...] about College Football Hall of Fame: Free admission for moms + a mimosa on Mother’s Day, May 10th
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 2026 Dunwoody Art Festival runs thru Sunday
The Dunwoody Art Festival is a Mother's Day Weekend tradition! It takes place along Dunwoody Village Parkway. As always, festival admission is FREE. It is a rain-or-shine event. The art market is a highlight of the festival. Artisans from … [Read more...] about The 2026 Dunwoody Art Festival runs thru Sunday
Make merry at the Georgia Renaissance Festival, open for the season on weekends
Eat, drink, and be merry at the Georgia Renaissance Festival, returning to Fairburn, GA, from Saturday, April 11th to Sunday, May 31st in 2026. This is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Atlanta. The festival is open on Saturdays and … [Read more...] about Make merry at the Georgia Renaissance Festival, open for the season on weekends
Snellville Beach Blast: come play in the sand and listen to beach music this Saturday
Snellville will host its annual Beach Blast on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from noon to 5 p.m. This is the last time the city will put on this event, citing the tremendous amount of logistics and heavy machinery needed to make this event … [Read more...] about Snellville Beach Blast: come play in the sand and listen to beach music this Saturday
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
Flicks on the Bricks in Duluth features “The Minecraft Movie” plus food trucks and special activities on Friday
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 “The Minecraft Movie” plus food trucks and special activities on Friday
FREE! Oakland Cemetery hosts Finally Friday, a family-friendly event on Friday
Finally, Friday is a monthly recurring event hosted at the Oakland Visitor Center. No tickets or reservations required to attend (although select activities require tickets). Just meet at the Oakland Visitor Center and enjoy community, food, … [Read more...] about FREE! Oakland Cemetery hosts Finally Friday, a family-friendly event on Friday
Brookhaven Food Truck Fridays returns to Blackburn Park this week
Brookhaven Food Truck Fridays is back in 2026, 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 April to … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Food Truck Fridays returns to Blackburn Park this week
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
Movies Under the Stars at Church Street Park in Marietta: “The Parent Trap” is up this Saturday
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: “The Parent Trap” is up this Saturday
Free outdoor movies at Colony Square on first Thursdays — “Twisters” is playing this week
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 — “Twisters” is playing this week
Screen on the Green at High Street with free popcorn: “Freaky Friday” is playing on Thursday
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: “Freaky Friday” is playing on Thursday
LEGO Stores: Build a LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter and take it home with you on May 3rd
LEGO Stores occasionally host events during which customers can put together a small project and take it home. It is FREE to participate in these events. These build kits are provided especially for the in-store events. They are not … [Read more...] about LEGO Stores: Build a LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter and take it home with you on May 3rd
Strawberry Festivals, plus 6 places to pick your own strawberries this spring
Fresh, local strawberries are a sign of spring in Georgia! It's the perfect time to plan a pick-your-own outing or enjoy a strawberry festival at a Georgia farm. Our list includes events and you-pick farms that are within an hour drive from … [Read more...] about Strawberry Festivals, plus 6 places to pick your own strawberries this spring
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
Home Depot and Lowe’s host free DIY workshops for kids on Saturday mornings
It can be hard to find indoor activities for kids. Both Lowes and Home Depot offer FREE do-it-yourself workshops for children on a regular basis. These FREE events take place in the stores. Workshops are designed to let kids build a simple item … [Read more...] about Home Depot and Lowe’s host free DIY workshops for kids on Saturday mornings
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
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
Colony Kids on the Square: FREE activities for children on the last Tuesday of each month
Colony Square invites kids and parents to enjoy Colony Kids, a recurring monthly play date in 2026. Events take place from 4 to 6 p.m. on the last Tuesday of the month, April to October, in The Plaza, which is the green space at Colony … [Read more...] about Colony Kids on the Square: FREE activities for children on the last Tuesday of each month
The Lemonade Days Festival is running now thru Sunday, in Dunwoody
Dunwoody's annual Lemonade Days festival returns in the spring of 2026 for it's 26th year! The five-day event will happen from Wednesday, April 22 thru Sunday, April 26, 2026. Lemonade Days Festival hours: Wednesday -- 4 to … [Read more...] about The Lemonade Days Festival is running now thru Sunday, in Dunwoody
“Roswell Moves” is a family-friendly open street event along Canton Street on Sunday, April 26th
Roswell Moves is an open streets initiative, similar to Streets Alive in the city of Atlanta. On Sunday, April 26th, 2026, come out to downtown Roswell to pedal, roll, or stroll, as Canton Street is closed to cars and open for outdoor … [Read more...] about “Roswell Moves” is a family-friendly open street event along Canton Street on Sunday, April 26th
FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square this Sunday
The annual Taste of Marietta food festival takes place on Sunday, April 26, 2026 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 this Sunday
Stone Mountain Park: Get a FREE Pre-K pass for kids age 3 to 5, valid all summer long
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Stone Mountain is never a cheap proposition for families. Whenever there are ways to save on parking or attractions passes, you'll want to take advantage of them. The daily parking fee alone is $20 per car, so often it's worth it to buy an annual … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain Park: Get a FREE Pre-K pass for kids age 3 to 5, valid all summer long
Tucker hosts Thursday Movies on the Green: “Raiders of the Lost Ark” is up next
The city of Tucker is once again hosting movies on the green, from May through August in 2026. The outdoor movies will all take place in the Church Street Greenspace. For the most part, the movies take place on third Thursdays. Movies … [Read more...] about Tucker hosts Thursday Movies on the Green: “Raiders of the Lost Ark” is up next
Johns Creek Summer Concert Series: Boy Band Review on May 8th at Town Center Park
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: Boy Band Review on May 8th at Town Center Park
Chuck E. Cheese’s Summer Fun Pass pays for itself in just two visits & is good for unlimited visits thru Labor Day
Kids love Chuck E. Cheese because it serves one of their favorite foods — pizza! However, more importantly, they truly love all the games and fun. Having a good time at the family-friendly pizzeria can get expensive, so its Summer Fun Pass … [Read more...] about Chuck E. Cheese’s Summer Fun Pass pays for itself in just two visits & is good for unlimited visits thru Labor Day
Free Earth Day celebration for families at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve this Saturday
Autrey Mill Nature Preserve will hold its annual Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is FREE to attend and family-friendly. Kids and parents are invited to participate in interactive … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day celebration for families at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve this Saturday
FREE! Community Board Game Night on third Saturdays in Dunwoody
Come out to socialize and play the classic board games you remember from childhood -- or discover new-to-you games. It promises to be a fun night for the whole family, and it happens monthly. Board Game Night is sponsored by Dunwoody Preservation … [Read more...] about FREE! Community Board Game Night on third Saturdays in Dunwoody
Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day on third Saturdays
Marietta History Center hosts FREE family fun days on third Saturdays The Marietta History Center hosts a Family Fun Day on the third Saturday of each month. The events are FREE and you are welcome to pop in for various activities. This … [Read more...] about Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day on third Saturdays
FREE! Avondale Estates hosts “A Shakespeare Happening” on the Town Green on Saturday
DeKalb County’s first FREE Shakespeare series is coming to Avondale Estates, a city whose Tudor-Revival style architecture is inspired by the playwright’s birthplace. A three-part, family-friendly series, A Shakespeare Happening, … [Read more...] about FREE! Avondale Estates hosts “A Shakespeare Happening” on the Town Green on Saturday
FREE Earth Day celebration at Legacy Park in Decatur on Saturday
Legacy Park's Community Day event is a FREE, family-friendly Earth Day celebration you won’t want to miss! It takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the South Lawn of Legacy Park, rain or … [Read more...] about FREE Earth Day celebration at Legacy Park in Decatur on Saturday
