Stay busy without depleting your wallet, with our listing of free and cheap events happening around metro Atlanta all weekend long. Please click on the links to verify each event. There are quite a few recurring events on our calendar that … [Read more...] about FREE & CHEAP things to do this weekend, in Atlanta and the whole metro area
Attractions & Museums
Tucker Cruise-In is a FREE monthly car show on 2nd Saturdays
Tucker Cruise In is a meet-and-greet car show that takes place monthly on the second Saturday of the month, from April through October. The event takes place along Main Street in Tucker. You'll find a wide variety of cars, including … [Read more...] about Tucker Cruise-In is a FREE monthly car show on 2nd Saturdays
High Museum of Art: Second Sundays FREE admission day
High Museum of Art: ticket discounts and free admission days The High Museum of Art is one of Atlanta's most popular attractions. It has more than 15,000 works of art in its permanent collection, and sponsors special exhibits several times a … [Read more...] about High Museum of Art: Second Sundays FREE admission day
Free and cheap things to do this week in Atlanta, including the whole metro area!
Free things to do! Once again, we present to you our eclectic assortment of FREE & CHEAP events around town. Make sure to click on each link for details, because some free events require pre-registration. If you don't … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do this week in Atlanta, including the whole metro area!
Visit these four historic house museums in Roswell, for a peek into the past
Roswell's historic house museums are rich in history, and each one has its own story. When you visit these 19th century buildings, you get a peek into the past, and into the lives of the people who lived here -- including some of the families who … [Read more...] about Visit these four historic house museums in Roswell, for a peek into the past
Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this weekend
Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Gwinnett County is opening for tours on most weekends. Come for a visit, and pet and feed Creekwater Farm's 50 alpacas. According to the farm's website, tour groups are limited to around 10 people and happen at an easy … [Read more...] about Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this weekend
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
Where to see butterflies in Atlanta: festivals and up-close butterfly encounters
Where to see butterflies in Atlanta -- have a close-up butterfly encounter this summer, at these parks and nature centers! Have a butterfly encounter this summer! You can get up close to hundreds of flying butterflies at local nature centers … [Read more...] about Where to see butterflies in Atlanta: festivals and up-close butterfly encounters
“Museums For All” program offers free or cheap admission to families receiving SNAP benefits
Did you know that SNAP EBT card in your wallet also qualifies you for free or reduced museum admission? Museums For All is a national program that strives to make museums accessible to everyone in the community. The museums that sign up to … [Read more...] about “Museums For All” program offers free or cheap admission to families receiving SNAP benefits
The Georgia Aquarium: ticket discounts and free admission days
The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta: admission deals & ticket discounts The Georgia Aquarium is a popular destination. It opened to the public in November of 2005, and over one million visitors toured the new attraction within the first 100 … [Read more...] about The Georgia Aquarium: ticket discounts and free admission days
FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on first Sundays at Town Center at Cobb
The monthly Caffeine & Octane car show is back for 2023. The huge car show event is FREE to attend, either as an exhibitor or spectator. NOTE that there is a new location. Caffeine and Octane will take place at Town Center at Cobb , in the … [Read more...] about FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on first Sundays at Town Center at Cobb
4 Atlanta area museums with FREE admission days this weekend for Bank of America cardholders
4 Atlanta area museums with FREE admission monthly 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 … [Read more...] about 4 Atlanta area museums with FREE admission days this weekend for Bank of America cardholders
Stone Mountain Park: ticket discounts and parking deals
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Stone Mountain is never a cheap proposition for families. Whenever there are ways to save on parking or all-attractions passes, we'll let you know here. The daily parking fee alone is $20 per car, so often it's worth it to pay $40 for the annual … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain Park: ticket discounts and parking deals
Always FREE: Visit the Fernbank Science Center and view the night sky at the Observatory
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Looking for a free or cheap activity for a date or family outing? Head to the Fernbank Science Center -- which is one of a handful of ALWAYS FREE museums around metro Atlanta. Of special interest: FREE sky-viewing at the observatory on Thursday … [Read more...] about Always FREE: Visit the Fernbank Science Center and view the night sky at the Observatory
The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend 2023!
Dragon Con is back for 2023! The five-day convention and parade have been an annual Labor Day Weekend tradition in Atlanta since 1987 (including that awful summer of 2020, when it was reinvented as a virtual event). Dragon Con 2023 runs … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend 2023!
The “Illumine” light show is running now at Oakland Cemetery
Illumine is an annual after-dark arts event that takes place at Oakland Cemetery this spring. If you missed the popular light show last year, you have another chance -- the 2023 event is expanded and better than ever. It happens on … [Read more...] about The “Illumine” light show is running now at Oakland Cemetery
Always Free: Atlanta Contemporary Art Center hosts several new exhibitions
Atlanta Contemporary is an art center dedicated to advancing contemporary art -- and it features FREE admission every day it is open. To visit for free, all you have to do is register online ahead of time, or register at the door. Your … [Read more...] about Always Free: Atlanta Contemporary Art Center hosts several new exhibitions
Annual Museum Day offers FREE admission to these attractions – reserve a ticket now for Sept. 17th
UPDATE: Smithsonian Magazine has announced it will not hold Museum Day in 2023 at all. Please check back when we update for 2024. You can see the cancellation announcement here Info below the line is from a prior year and is not … [Read more...] about Annual Museum Day offers FREE admission to these attractions – reserve a ticket now for Sept. 17th
Martin Luther King Day in Atlanta: Parades, performances, kids’ crafts, tours, so much more
MLK Day Atlanta, Martin Luther King Day in Atlanta, things to do on MLK Day 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 … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Day in Atlanta: Parades, performances, kids’ crafts, tours, so much more
The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta — daffodils, tulips, azaleas, cherry trees, and more
Where to see spring flowers near me Where to see spring flowers in Atlanta Metro Atlanta is just gorgeous in the spring! So where and when can you see spring flowers in all their dazzling glory? The earliest daffodils start blooming in … [Read more...] about The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta — daffodils, tulips, azaleas, cherry trees, and more
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 when 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 Daffodil Days at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
Hidden Gems: Explore the South Fulton Scenic Byway in metro Atlanta
Escape the pollen while enjoying the outdoors on this scenic drive! Let's face it, there are not a lot of scenic drives near Atlanta. You generally have to spend over an hour in the car heading toward the mountains to find scenic views. And … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems: Explore the South Fulton Scenic Byway in metro Atlanta
The Phoenix Flies Celebration features 100+ FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites
The Phoenix Flies Celebration of Atlanta's historic sites returns in 2023 for its 20th year! If you're unfamiliar with this amazing event, now is the time to check it out! From March 4th through 26th, Phoenix Flies will feature 100+ FREE … [Read more...] about The Phoenix Flies Celebration features 100+ FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites
Visit Gibbs Gardens this spring to view spectacular fields of daffodils and tulips
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 beautiful, sprawling garden has received over 300 awards. Each year, the gardens open in early March -- … [Read more...] about Visit Gibbs Gardens this spring to view spectacular fields of daffodils and tulips
Explore the Enchanted Woodland Trail at Chattahoochee Nature Center
There may be no wildflowers in bloom or leaves on the trees, but there's a special magic to a winter walk at Chattahoochee Nature Center this month. The Enchanted Woodland Trail features fairy houses and gnome homes along the path. You're invited to … [Read more...] about Explore the Enchanted Woodland Trail at Chattahoochee Nature Center
