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
Attractions & Museums
HUGE DISCOUNTS for Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival attraction
Light shows aren't just for Christmas anymore! The 2024 Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park has a theme of Play by Day, Glow by Night and it is amazing! See the section below for all the available discounts on this attraction. The … [Read more...] about HUGE DISCOUNTS for Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival attraction
September in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Welcome to September! Fall begins this month, but the weather is still warm and pleasant. It's time for apple orchards, corn mazes, woodland walks, county and state fairs, and plenty of weekend festivals! Are you looking for things to do this … [Read more...] about September in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
4 museums with FREE admission for for Bank of America cardholders, PLUS the Margaret Mitchell House
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 and debit cards from Bank of America … [Read more...] about 4 museums with FREE admission for for Bank of America cardholders, PLUS the Margaret Mitchell House
High Museum of Art: Free admission for Second Sundays this weekend
NEW: The High has added another monthly FREE admission day, on third Wednesdays -- details below! 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 … [Read more...] about High Museum of Art: Free admission for Second Sundays this weekend
13 corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hay rides, and farm days to enjoy this fall
UPDATED for 2024! Ready for some fall fun? Check out this list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, petting zoos, jumping pillows, and spooky Halloween-themed attractions. These are all destinations and day trips to farms within a … [Read more...] about 13 corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hay rides, and farm days to enjoy this fall
Oakland Cemetery’s popular Halloween tour tickets are on sale and going fast — act soon!
A rare chance to visit Oakland Cemetery after dusk, in these Halloween tours (tickets on sale now, but will sell out quickly!) The Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours are an annual tradition in Atlanta. And while they take … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery’s popular Halloween tour tickets are on sale and going fast — act soon!
Stone Mountain Park: LAST CALL to get an Attractions Pass for HALF PRICE
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Get half-off Attractions Passes, PLUS a FREE Pre-K pass for little kids. Details below! 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 … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain Park: LAST CALL to get an Attractions Pass for HALF PRICE
North Georgia State Fair: Buy a Pay-One-Price ride ticket now for just $23.95
FREE admission and $25 unlimited rides on opening day, Thursday, Sept. 19th!NEW! Get an advance purchase Pay-One-Price ride ticket for just $23.95 before Sept. 18th!Details below. The North Georgia State Fair will return to Marietta in the fall of … [Read more...] about North Georgia State Fair: Buy a Pay-One-Price ride ticket now for just $23.95
LAST CALL: See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday
Breaking news! Stone Mountain Park is bringing back the classic version of the Lasershow that you remember from the '80s and '90s! It will run for four nights only, over Labor Day weekend, plus one more Saturday night. The dates are listed … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday
Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum: FREE admission + film festival for President Carter’s 100th birthday
Former President Jimmy Carter turns 100 on October 1, 2024 -- making him oldest living former U.S. president and the longest-lived president in U.S. history! To commemorate the life and achievements of this great humanitarian, the Carter … [Read more...] about Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum: FREE admission + film festival for President Carter’s 100th birthday
Buford Corn Maze & Scream Zone open for the season!
Have some fall fun at Buford Corn Maze -- including the Haunted Forest and Pumpkin Patch! The Buford Corn Maze is under new ownership in 2024!It's now being run by the same family that operates Dahlonega Butterfly Farm. The Buford Corn Maze was … [Read more...] about Buford Corn Maze & Scream Zone open for the season!
The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
2015 Dragon Con Parade (photo: 123RF) Dragon Con is back for 2024! 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 … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
“Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” is a magical experience
For a limited time, save 20% on Van Gogh tickets -- details below! Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is here in Atlanta once again! You may be looking for indoor activities during this current heat wave, so here's a splurge alert for your … [Read more...] about “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” is a magical experience
Cool off in these FREE Splash Pads, Spraygrounds, & Fountains this summer
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, & Fountains this summer
The Super Harvest Moon: When & where to view it in September
On Tuesday, September 17th, the full moon will shine brightly in the Atlanta skies. It will be a Super Moon, which is perfect for amateur sky-gazers to enjoy -- because you can't miss it. To your eyes, the moon will also appear full the night … [Read more...] about The Super Harvest Moon: When & where to view it in September
August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Welcome to August! It's back-to-school time, but there are still plenty of outdoor concerts and movies, free splash pads, and even some indoor events for those sweltering August days. Are you looking for things to do this August around metro … [Read more...] about August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Georgia Aquarium: Get FREE admission on your birthday!
The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta: admission deals & ticket discounts. Did you know GA residents get FREE admission on their birthdays? Details below! The Georgia Aquarium is a popular destination. It opened to the public in November of … [Read more...] about Georgia Aquarium: Get FREE admission on your birthday!
FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on first Sundays at Town Center at Cobb
The monthly Caffeine & Octane car show is back for 2024. 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
Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this Weekend
Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Gwinnett County is open 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 … [Read more...] about Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this Weekend
Carlos Museum: Free admission days and ticket discounts
Michael C. Carlos Museum: free admission days and ticket discounts The Michael C. Carlos Museum has the largest collection of ancient art and artifacts in the Southeast -- including objects from ancient Greece, Egypt, Rome, Africa, and the … [Read more...] about Carlos Museum: Free admission days and ticket discounts
Have a close-up butterfly encounter! Where to see butterflies in Atlanta this summer
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 Have a close-up butterfly encounter! Where to see butterflies in Atlanta this summer
Atlanta History Center: free admission days, including the Margaret Mitchell House
Atlanta History Center: ticket discounts & free admission days, plus get a FREE ride to the Center from a MARTA station. Want to visit the Atlanta History Center? Here's what you need to know to plan your trip -- including a list of free … [Read more...] about Atlanta History Center: free admission days, including the Margaret Mitchell House
Repticon returns this weekend: FREE admission for teachers, military, first responders
Repticon returns to the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville this weekend for two days: Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th, 2024. During Repticon, you can see many types of reptiles up close, during live animal encounters. Some … [Read more...] about Repticon returns this weekend: FREE admission for teachers, military, first responders
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
June in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month, including ideas to beat the heat
Things to do in June in Atlanta! Welcome to June! It's time for summer concerts, movies on the lawn, Juneteenth celebrations, and summer vacation activities. Are you looking for things to do this June around metro Atlanta? This is your monthly … [Read more...] about June in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month, including ideas to beat the heat
Fernbank Science Center: See a planetarium show for just $6!
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Always free! Visit the Fernbank Science Center and view the night sky at the Observatory. There's never an entrance fee, although you'll pay a few bucks to see a planetarium show. Looking for a free or cheap activity for a date or family … [Read more...] about Fernbank Science Center: See a planetarium show for just $6!
College Football Hall of Fame: FREE entry for dads + a $25 gift card on Father’s Day this Sunday
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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 entry for dads + a $25 gift card on Father’s Day this Sunday
Memorial Day Weekend: fun stuff to do, commemorative events, deals & freebies
Memorial Day Weekend 2024 in Atlanta is looking good! There are lots of events happening, both to commemorate our fallen military personnel in the traditional manner, and to just have fun and celebrate the beginning of the summer season. We're … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend: fun stuff to do, commemorative events, deals & freebies
May in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month!
Welcome to May! It's time for spring festivals, outdoor concerts, baseball, and drinks on the patio. Are you looking for things to do in May around metro Atlanta? This is your monthly guide to free and cheap fun in the month of May. Below … [Read more...] about May in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month!
Heart Strings, a new immersive exhibit, offers FREE admission to anyone under 18
Heart Strings by UNICEF is a unique, family-friendly experience features interactive activities, multimedia, and inspiring music. This multi-sensory journey shines a light on the world's children, transcending borders, cultures, and languages … [Read more...] about Heart Strings, a new immersive exhibit, offers FREE admission to anyone under 18
The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience 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 2024 event is expanded and better than ever. It happens on … [Read more...] about The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience at Oakland Cemetery
The Bradley Observatory in Decatur holds its FREE open house & planetarium show this Friday
The Bradley Observatory in Decatur holds an Open House each month during the academic year. The events are free and open to the public. Each Open House will feature a presentation or concert, followed by a planetarium show. There will also be … [Read more...] about The Bradley Observatory in Decatur holds its FREE open house & planetarium show this Friday
Solar eclipse viewing: How to watch safely from home, plus local viewing events
On Monday, April 8, 2024, we'll experience a partial solar eclipse. Because Atlanta is outside the path of totality, we won't have complete darkness here. Still, we'll be treated to 82% of totality, as the moon passes between the Earth and the … [Read more...] about Solar eclipse viewing: How to watch safely from home, plus local viewing events
HALF OFF tickets for Dino Fest at Stone Mountain Park
Dino Fest is a brand new event at Stone Mountain Park. It runs from March 16th to April 28th, 2024 and promises to celebrate all things dinosaur. Stone Mountain Park’s Dino Fest will be open only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, except for the … [Read more...] about HALF OFF tickets for Dino Fest at Stone Mountain Park
The Phoenix Flies Celebration features 100+ FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites, city-wide
The Phoenix Flies Celebration of Atlanta's historic sites returns in 2024 for its 21st year! If you're unfamiliar with this amazing event, now is the time to check it out! From March 2nd through 26th, Phoenix Flies will feature … [Read more...] about The Phoenix Flies Celebration features 100+ FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites, city-wide
Where to see dazzling displays of daffodils, cherry blossoms, and other spring flowers around metro Atlanta
Where to see spring flowers near me Where to see spring flowers in Atlanta The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta -- including daffodils, tulips, azaleas, wildflowers, cherry trees, magnolias, and more. Visit these parks, gardens, … [Read more...] about Where to see dazzling displays of daffodils, cherry blossoms, and other spring flowers around metro Atlanta
Gibbs Gardens: Go now to see millions of daffodils, tulips, & cherry blossoms on display
Gibbs Gardens opens for the 2024 season on March 1st. The garden opens each year once the daffodils are going strong. Gibbs Gardens, located just north of metro Atlanta in Cherokee County, has been named one of the top 20 botanical gardens … [Read more...] about Gibbs Gardens: Go now to see millions of daffodils, tulips, & cherry blossoms on display
Black History Month: browse our huge list of events, activities, and places to explore
Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout the metro Atlanta area with festivals, storytelling, performances, lectures, film, and much more. It's nearly impossible to talk about black history in America … [Read more...] about Black History Month: browse our huge list of events, activities, and places to explore
Play in the snow at Lanier Islands: The snow machines are pumping out the white stuff!
Lanier Islands resort is inviting you to become snowbound! While snow may be rare in Atlanta, it's in plentiful supply at the Margaritaville License to Chill Snow Island attraction, just a short drive up the highway in Buford, GA. The lakeside … [Read more...] about Play in the snow at Lanier Islands: The snow machines are pumping out the white stuff!
