Come out and explore! You can join a FREE tour of the Norcross City Cemetery on Sunday, February 6, 2022, starting at 2 p.m. Local historian Gene Ramsay, from the Gwinnett Historical Society, will lead the tour. Gene will talk about interesting … [Read more...] about FREE storytelling tour of Norcross City Cemetery this Sunday
Attractions & Museums
Super Museum Sunday 2022: FREE admission to museums & historic sites statewide on Feb. 6th
On Sunday, February 6, 2022, the Georgia History Festival is sponsoring Super Museum Sunday. It's a day of FREE admission at participating museums and historic sites all across the state of Georgia. Take advantage of this opportunity to experience … [Read more...] about Super Museum Sunday 2022: FREE admission to museums & historic sites statewide on Feb. 6th
How to save money at Zoo Atlanta — all the deals and discounts!
Zoo Atlanta is now selling timed tickets -- essentially, you make a reservation for the time you enter the zoo. In this way, the zoo can manage capacity. Zoo hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The zoo is estimating the average visitor will … [Read more...] about How to save money at Zoo Atlanta — all the deals and discounts!
LAST CALL for the FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park, thru Jan. 31st
Woodruff Park will once again host the exhibition PRISM: Winter Lights, which will be on display for two months. It is FREE and open to the public. The light-based works of art will be located in the north end of the park, near the International … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for the FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park, thru Jan. 31st
FREE “We Shall Overcome” tours of Oakland Cemetery — reserve NOW for Black History Month
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 2022, the tour has a theme of "We Shall Overcome: … [Read more...] about FREE “We Shall Overcome” tours of Oakland Cemetery — reserve NOW for Black History Month
Things to do for Martin Luther King Day (and the holiday weekend) in 2022
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 Things to do for Martin Luther King Day (and the holiday weekend) in 2022
“Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden – LAST CALL for Value Nights pricing
Looking for general info about visiting the Atlanta Botanical Garden this fall? CLICK HERE. The Atlanta Botanical Garden is once again presenting Garden Lights, Holiday Nights for the 2021-2022 holiday season. The nightly capacity for this … [Read more...] about “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden – LAST CALL for Value Nights pricing
Tickets on sale now for the “Love Stories of Oakland” Valentine-themed cemetery tour — they always sell out!
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 Tickets on sale now for the “Love Stories of Oakland” Valentine-themed cemetery tour — they always sell out!
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, The Georgia … [Read more...] about Visit the APEX Museum in the Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta
The National College Football Hall of Fame: ticket discounts & free admission days
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 The National College Football Hall of Fame: ticket discounts & free admission days
Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free
Oakland Cemetery is not just a final resting place for historic figures from Atlanta's past -- it's also one of the largest public green spaces in Atlanta. That's why Oakland's gardens and park-like 48 acres are often the setting for fall festivals … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free
The best places to see holidays lights in metro Atlanta — including many FREE spectacular displays!
Best holiday lights near me, where to see christmas lights for free Atlantans love their holiday lights! Whether you're looking for an immersive experience with an admission fee or just a leisurely drive through a really lit neighborhood, … [Read more...] about The best places to see holidays lights in metro Atlanta — including many FREE spectacular displays!
Attend the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl game — tickets are still available!
It's almost time for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl! Pittsburgh will take on Michigan State at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 7 p.m. And there's a day full of fan-oriented fun leading up to the game -- most of it … [Read more...] about Attend the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl game — tickets are still available!
LAST CALL for Stone Mountain Christmas, open all week plus NYE and New Year’s Day
Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to wander through a magical wonderland of winter lights? 'Tis the season for Stone Mountain Christmas discounts! Stone Mountain Christmas runs from November 13, 2021 through January 2, 2022, on weekends … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Stone Mountain Christmas, open all week plus NYE and New Year’s Day
Drive-thru “Lights of Life” holiday display in Marietta is open thru New Year’s Eve
Lights of Life is one of the most affordable holiday lights displays around metro Atlanta. The 1.5 mile drive around the Life University campus in Marietta features more than one million lights, arranged to create charming vignettes. The Lights of … [Read more...] about Drive-thru “Lights of Life” holiday display in Marietta is open thru New Year’s Eve
Last chance to visit Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens this week
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for the season on November 19, 2021. It runs through January 3, 2022. Fantasy in Lights features over five miles of lights in … [Read more...] about Last chance to visit Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens this week
NEW! Rockin’ Christmas drive-thru animated light show at Six Flags White Water
World of Illumination, the producer of the world's largest animated light show, is unveiling TWO new holiday drive-thru experiences in 2021. The light shows will take place at Six Flags White Water (in Marietta) and at Atlanta Motor Speedway (in … [Read more...] about NEW! Rockin’ Christmas drive-thru animated light show at Six Flags White Water
The Christmas tree lot is open at Buford Corn Maze — with fresh wreaths, garland, and more
The Buford Corn Maze was named one of the top 25 corn mazes in America by Country Living. This popular attraction is now in its 12th year. In addition to the corn maze, the attraction features a Haunted Forest in October, and a Christmas tree … [Read more...] about The Christmas tree lot is open at Buford Corn Maze — with fresh wreaths, garland, and more
LAST CALL to save up to 30% on tickets to the Illuminarium in Atlanta
The world's first Illuminarium -- featuring a new kind of immersive experience -- opened in Atlanta on July 1, 2021. The first exhibit there is WILD: A Safari Experience, and tickets are on sale now (see ticket info below). If you haven't … [Read more...] about LAST CALL to save up to 30% on tickets to the Illuminarium in Atlanta
LAST CALL for discounted tickets for the Pumpkin Festival “Glow by Night” attraction at Stone Mountain
Light shows aren't just for Christmas anymore! The 2021 Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park has a theme of Play by Day, Glow by Night and it looks amazing! The Pumpkin Festival is a special attraction that takes place on Fridays, … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for discounted tickets for the Pumpkin Festival “Glow by Night” attraction at Stone Mountain
25+ corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hay rides, and fall farm days to enjoy
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 90-minute drive of … [Read more...] about 25+ corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hay rides, and fall farm days to enjoy
October in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
If you're looking for things to do in October in Atlanta, this is the right place! We’re highlighting a few activities and events this month, hoping to give you some entertainment ideas. The list may continue to grow after October 1st, so … [Read more...] about October in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
What’s better than a haunted house for fall fun? A whole haunted village, that's what! The Village is a brand new attraction, taking place on the grounds of the Georgia Renaissance Festival. This is an immersive, outdoor experience that … [Read more...] about Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
Save up to 60% on an overnight stay at Great Wolf Lodge — dates through December
If you’d like to make your kids very happy, you could take them to Great Wolf Lodge, which features an indoor water park, with comfortably heated water. An offer from Groupon lets you choose from a number of different types of rooms and suites, with … [Read more...] about Save up to 60% on an overnight stay at Great Wolf Lodge — dates through December
FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)
The Dunwoody Preservation Trust is hosting a FREE tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery. This is a history and storytelling tour, featuring tales of the people who are buried there -- it is not a scary Halloween tour. It is appropriate for families and … [Read more...] about FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)