Updated on 1/30/2021 -- The history tours are continuing in 2021. Free tickets are available through the Eventbrite link below. This is a fun thing to do outdoors, and social distancing should be easy. Just bring a mask! Whether you're new to … [Read more...] about FREE: “Atlanta from the Ashes” history walking tour around Woodruff Park this Saturday
Attractions & Museums
50+ FREE & CHEAP things to do this weekend, April 16th to 18th
We're bringing back our weekend list of free things to do -- but for now, it will include both free and cheap activities and events. And many, if not most of them are still virtual events -- although we realize people are getting tired of living … [Read more...] about 50+ FREE & CHEAP things to do this weekend, April 16th to 18th
The Blue Star Museum program is back for 2021
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 The Blue Star Museum program is back for 2021
Free & cheap things to do in metro Atlanta this week, April 12th to 18th
We've brought back our weekly list of things to do -- but for now, it will include both free and cheap activities and events. A Make sure to click on each link for details, because some free events require pre-registration. If you … [Read more...] about Free & cheap things to do in metro Atlanta this week, April 12th to 18th
High Museum: FREE Second Sundays admission this weekend
The High Museum of Art is currently offering FREE Second Sundays and Museums on Us admission days with a limited capacity. This means you'll have to reserve your spot in advance, online. The next Second Sunday FREE day is Valentine's Day … [Read more...] about High Museum: FREE Second Sundays admission this weekend
Gibbs Gardens puts 20,000 tulips on display, plus dogwoods & azaleas — plan your visit in April
UPDATE: On 3/31 Gibbs announced that 20,000 tulips are in bloom, along with dogwoods and azaleas. Gibbs Gardens, located just north of metro Atlanta in Cherokee County, has been named one of the top 20 botanical gardens in the country. The … [Read more...] about Gibbs Gardens puts 20,000 tulips on display, plus dogwoods & azaleas — plan your visit in April
Stone Mountain Park: Lasershow is back, plus get $5 OFF a 12-month parking pass
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Updated on 4/5/2021 Many of Stone Mountain Park attractions are now open again. Some require a timed reservation slot -- including the Summit Skyride and SkyHike. You can still access the natural areas of the park, including: The Grist … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain Park: Lasershow is back, plus get $5 OFF a 12-month parking pass
Buford Corn Maze will host a May Fair every weekend this spring
Buford Corn Maze will host a fun-filled May Fair this spring. The events will take place every weekend from Friday, April 30th through Memorial Day Monday, May 31, 2021. The farm has added some new attractions, including a old-timey carousel, … [Read more...] about Buford Corn Maze will host a May Fair every weekend this spring
FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on Sunday, April 11th
The Caffeine & Octane car show is back for 2021. The huge car show event takes place at Perimeter Mall and is FREE to attend, either as an exhibitor or spectator. Up to 2,000 cars and trucks are on display on the first Sunday of each month, … [Read more...] about FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on Sunday, April 11th
4 Atlanta area museums with FREE admission this weekend for Bank of America cardholders
That credit or debit card in your wallet just might gain you FREE admission to popular Atlanta-area attractions once a month, through the Museums On Us program. The qualifying cards include credit/debit cards from Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, … [Read more...] about 4 Atlanta area museums with FREE admission this weekend for Bank of America cardholders
Skyview Atlanta hosts Easter Eggstravaganza on April 3rd & 4th
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Skyview Atlanta, our iconic downtown Ferris wheel, has announced its first annual Easter Eggstravaganza. The event is FREE for Skyview's paying guests. It takes place on both Saturday, April 3rd, and Easter Sunday, April 4th. Hours are 1:30 to … [Read more...] about Skyview Atlanta hosts Easter Eggstravaganza on April 3rd & 4th
Atlanta History Center: free admission this weekend for Bank of America cardholders, including Easter Sunday
Want to visit the Atlanta History Center? Here's what you need to know to plan your trip -- including a list of free days and current discounts, below. The Center is OPEN on April 4th, Easter Sunday, and the grounds are gardens are likely to be … [Read more...] about Atlanta History Center: free admission this weekend for Bank of America cardholders, including Easter Sunday
LAST CALL: Friends & Family 4-pack ticket deal at World of Coca-Cola in March
World of Coca-Cola is mainly a tourist attraction -- but probably every Atlantan should visit at least once. At the downtown attraction, you can view vintage Coke memorabilia, learn about the bottling process, get close to the vault where the … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Friends & Family 4-pack ticket deal at World of Coca-Cola in March
LAST CALL for Dinosaur Drive-Thru, featuring animatronic creatures at White Water
Dinosaur Drive-Thru is happening now at Six Flags White Water -- and we have some discount codes for you! The family-friendly drive-thru event opens on Thursday, March 11 and runs through March 28th. The adventure is a 45-minute driving tour … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Dinosaur Drive-Thru, featuring animatronic creatures at White Water
LAST CALL! Daffodil Days at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
There is no surer sign of spring. It doesn't matter what the calendar says, or how the planets align, or how low the mercury goes. Don't listen to the weatherman -- listen to me. I'm here to tell you that when you see daffodils everywhere … [Read more...] about LAST CALL! Daffodil Days at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
Phoenix Flies Celebration with 200 FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites
The 2021 event is a scaled-down affair. Details here. Schedule of events here. Eventbrite registrations here Content from this point on is no longer accurate. The Phoenix Flies Celebration of Atlanta's historic sites returns in 2020 … [Read more...] about Phoenix Flies Celebration with 200 FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites
FREE lantern shows & a 90-foot dragon at Atlantic Station for Lunar New Year
Atlantic Station honors the Year of the Ox with these FREE Lunar New Year festivities! Chinese New Year is also known as Lunar New Year, because it celebrates the beginning of a new year, as based on the traditional lunar calendar. It's one of … [Read more...] about FREE lantern shows & a 90-foot dragon at Atlantic Station for Lunar New Year
LAST CALL for Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island, closing Feb. 21st
The winter attractions at Lanier Islands are a mix of old favorites and fresh options in 2021. The drive-through light show, Magical Nights of Lights, is gone this year. It has been replaced with a brand new walk-through light display known as … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island, closing Feb. 21st
DISCOUNTS for College Football Hall of Fame (plus special exhibits for Black History Month)
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The College Football Hall of Fame is open again, with safety precautions. This favorite Atlanta museum includes must-see interactive exhibits with content personalized to over 770 teams, historical artifacts, a three-story helmet wall, and the … [Read more...] about DISCOUNTS for College Football Hall of Fame (plus special exhibits for Black History Month)
Visit the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights is an engaging cultural attraction that connects the American civil rights movement to the current global human rights movement. Exhibits use powerful imagery, historic artifacts, and compelling … [Read more...] about Visit the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta
Visit the APEX Museum in the Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta
APEX is an acronym for African-American Panoramic Experience. The mission of the APEX Museum is to accurately interpret and present history from an African-American perspective. Permanent exhibits include Sweet Auburn, Women in STEM, … [Read more...] about Visit the APEX Museum in the Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta
Things to do for Martin Luther King Day (and the holiday weekend) in 2021
The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. lives on in Atlanta, the city in which the famous minister and scholar led the American Civil Rights Movement. There is no shortage of things to do on MLK Day, which is Monday, January 18, 2021, or over … [Read more...] about Things to do for Martin Luther King Day (and the holiday weekend) in 2021
Love Stories of Oakland Cemetery Tour on Valentine’s Day — tickets on sale Jan. 15th and they go fast!
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a walk through historic Oakland Cemetery -- whether you're coupled, single, or looking for a family-friendly outing. The "Love Stories of Oakland" tour has been a popular event in past years, for good reason. In … [Read more...] about Love Stories of Oakland Cemetery Tour on Valentine’s Day — tickets on sale Jan. 15th and they go fast!
FREE tours of Oakland’s African-American grounds (reservations open on Jan. 14th and sell out fast!)
Every February, the Historic Oakland Foundation offers FREE guided walking tours of Oakland Cemetery’s African American Grounds. The tours have become a Black History Month tradition in Atlanta. In 2021, the tour capacity is limited to nine … [Read more...] about FREE tours of Oakland’s African-American grounds (reservations open on Jan. 14th and sell out fast!)
EXTENDED: Candy Rush drive-thru animated light show, in Marietta
UPDATE! The attraction has been extended through January 24th. Pricing is now $49.95 per vehicle, which comes to $63.45 after taxes and fees. All the details are below in the original post, but the rule is that you can have as many … [Read more...] about EXTENDED: Candy Rush drive-thru animated light show, in Marietta
