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
Summer
Dunwoody’s Groovin’ on the Green: live concert by the Emerald Empire Band on Saturday
Dunwoody's signature FREE Summer concert series is back for 2026! The concerts take place at Brook Run Park, in the new amphitheater. They generally begin at 6 p.m., unless otherwise noted. If you'd like to spread out more, you … [Read more...] about Dunwoody’s Groovin’ on the Green: live concert by the Emerald Empire Band on Saturday
Chamblee Summer Concerts closes the season with Boy Band Review on Friday, Aug. 7th (plus, get $5 OFF your Uber ride to the concert)
NOTE: For the 4th of July concert and Uber code, click here. Chamblee rocks again this summer, with three FREE outdoor concerts for 2026. All the concerts take place at the green space in front of Chamblee's new City Hall, located at … [Read more...] about Chamblee Summer Concerts closes the season with Boy Band Review on Friday, Aug. 7th (plus, get $5 OFF your Uber ride to the concert)
Grayson Party in the Park: Music, free snacks, bounce houses, & more family fun on Friday
The city of Grayson will host Party in the Park on Friday, August 7, 2026 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. This FREE event will take place at Grayson City Park. Bring your dancing shoes, because DJ Pretty Nickie will be spinning … [Read more...] about Grayson Party in the Park: Music, free snacks, bounce houses, & more family fun on Friday
Snellville Food Truck Fridays returns this week, with 9 food vendors on site
The city of Snellville will host Food Truck Fridays on the Towne Green in 2026. The events take place on First Fridays of each month from May through October. Hours for each event is 4 to 8 p.m. They are FREE to attend -- just bring your wallet … [Read more...] about Snellville Food Truck Fridays returns this week, with 9 food vendors on site
Rock the Block in Duluth: live music by Chequered Blue on Friday
Duluth will host Rock The Block: Live & Loud Fridays on Friday nights in June, July, and August in 2026. The events take place on the Town Green from 6 to 9 p.m. They are all FREE to attend. On these evenings, the Town Green will transform … [Read more...] about Rock the Block in Duluth: live music by Chequered Blue on Friday
Lawrenceville Movie Club & National Night Out on Aug. 7th — free food, games, inflatables, touch-a-truck, more
Lawrenceville Movie Club: free outdoor film + food trucks + special activities Head to Lawrenceville Lawn this summer for outdoor movies and food trucks on select summer nights. Movies start at 7 p.m. They are all rated either G or PG … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville Movie Club & National Night Out on Aug. 7th — free food, games, inflatables, touch-a-truck, more
Tucker’s First Friday FREE concert series: featuring Mad Hatters (a Tom Petty tribute) this week
The city of Tucker will host FREE live music on the first Friday of each summer month, from May thru September, in 2026. Each concert starts at 7 p.m. at the Church Street green space and will feature a different artist. The space will open at … [Read more...] about Tucker’s First Friday FREE concert series: featuring Mad Hatters (a Tom Petty tribute) this week
Decatur Screen on the Square: Playing “Zootopia 2” on Friday
Get ready for a reel good time on the square in downtown Decatur! The Screen on the Square Movie Series features family-friendly movies this summer and fall. Save the dates, and plan to bring a blanket or chairs. The movies start around 7 … [Read more...] about Decatur Screen on the Square: Playing “Zootopia 2” on Friday
FREE First Friday Screen on the Green in Canton: “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” closes the season 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: “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” closes the season this week
Atlanta Parks & Rec hosts Movies in the Park: “Michael” plays on Friday, at CT Martin Rec Center
Atlanta Parks & Rec hosts Movies in the Park every Friday & Saturday in August, at rotating locations. Atlanta Dept. of Parks & Recreation will host Movies in the Park, every Friday and Saturday in August of 2026. There … [Read more...] about Atlanta Parks & Rec hosts Movies in the Park: “Michael” plays on Friday, at CT Martin Rec Center
Cumming City Center concerts: Nick & The Knacks on Friday + Nashville Nation on Saturday
Cumming City Center announced the FREE concert line-up from March thru October in 2026 Image: 123RF The city of Cumming will host a series of outdoor summer concerts in 2026. They are FREE to attend. Concerts begin at either 7 p.m. or 8 … [Read more...] about Cumming City Center concerts: Nick & The Knacks on Friday + Nashville Nation on Saturday
Free “Tasting at Ten” coffee tasting event on Friday morning at Counter Culture Coffee
Counter Culture Coffee is a coffee roaster committed to sustainably sourced coffee. They also host FREE coffee education events for the whole community. Each Friday at 10 a.m., the public is welcome to a FREE Tasting at Ten coffee education … [Read more...] about Free “Tasting at Ten” coffee tasting event on Friday morning at Counter Culture Coffee
FREE live music at Church Street Park in Marietta this Friday: Troy Brown Band takes the stage
Friday Night Live Music in the Park takes place at Church Street Park in Marietta monthly, from June through October. These concerts feature local singer-songwriters and jazz combos from 6 to 8 p.m. No tickets. No cover. Just good … [Read more...] about FREE live music at Church Street Park in Marietta this Friday: Troy Brown Band takes the stage
FREE: It’s time for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on the Marietta Square
The Marietta Square First Friday Art Walks are back for 2026. This community event features local art, live music, and other performances -- along with a chance to shop, dine, and experience all the local flavor of the Marietta Square. The … [Read more...] about FREE: It’s time for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on the Marietta Square
Avalon Nights Live: FREE outdoor concerts every Friday evening (R&B Inc. plays this week)
After a hectic work week, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy live music outdoors at Avalon every Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Avalon Nights Live concerts are open to the public, and no advance reservations are needed to attend. They run from … [Read more...] about Avalon Nights Live: FREE outdoor concerts every Friday evening (R&B Inc. plays this week)
Johns Creek Summer Concert Series: Guardians of the Jukebox on Friday, Aug. 7th
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: Guardians of the Jukebox on Friday, Aug. 7th
Enjoy a FREE First Friday concert with The Venus Kings, at The Avenue Peachtree City this week
The Avenue Peachtree City and local band The Venus Kings have teamed up to host a series of FREE First Friday concerts. From March through October, this series will bring the Peachtree City community together for live music, dining and … [Read more...] about Enjoy a FREE First Friday concert with The Venus Kings, at The Avenue Peachtree City this week
Suwanee’s August concert features The Calling, plus Cody Matlock, this Saturday
Are you ready to rock? Suwanee's annual August Concert takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026. This is an unforgettable night of live music, food, and community fun at Town Center Park. And it's FREE to attend. The party starts at … [Read more...] about Suwanee’s August concert features The Calling, plus Cody Matlock, this Saturday
Stone Mountain brings back the old Classic Lasershow for FREE, thru Labor Day weekend
Stone Mountain Park is bringing back the classic version of the Lasershow that you remember from the '80s and '90s! It will run on select Saturdays in August and September, plus all of Labor Day Weekend. The dates are listed below. Best … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain brings back the old Classic Lasershow for FREE, thru Labor Day weekend
7 film programs offering indoor family-friendly movies for $1 to $3, plus a FREE series!
Ah, summer vacation! You have to keep the kids busy and entertained, even when the Georgia heat and humidity makes it unpleasant to be outdoors. And that's when an air-conditioned movie theater comes in handy. This summer, taking the kids to the … [Read more...] about 7 film programs offering indoor family-friendly movies for $1 to $3, plus a FREE series!
The Pioneer Days Festival & Carnival features 4 days of fun over Labor Day Weekend
Pioneer Days Festival: 4 fun days over Labor Day weekend, featuring carnival rides, games, & food The annual Pioneer Days Festival takes place on four days over Labor Day Weekend, from Friday, September 4 through Monday, … [Read more...] about The Pioneer Days Festival & Carnival features 4 days of fun over Labor Day Weekend
Free outdoor movies at Colony Square on first Thursdays — “The Incredibles” is up next
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 — “The Incredibles” is up next
$1 family movies with Regal Summer Movie Express: two different titles run Monday thru Thursday
Beat the heat and take the kiddos to an air-conditioned movie theater this summer, without breaking the bank! The 2026 Regal Summer Movie Express is a real deal, at just $1 for admission to select family-friendly films. The program runs from June … [Read more...] about $1 family movies with Regal Summer Movie Express: two different titles run Monday thru Thursday
FREE Movies on the Lawn at Uptown: “Top Gun” is up on Thursday
Movie buffs, grab your popcorn! Uptown Atlanta is launching an outdoor movie series, to take place weekly outdoors at Uptown, the mixed use destination around the Lindbergh MARTA station. (Formerly known as Lindbergh City Center.) The … [Read more...] about FREE Movies on the Lawn at Uptown: “Top Gun” is up on Thursday
AMC Theatres offers 50% off tickets every Tuesday and Wednesday
AMC Theatres is expanding the options to see the latest blockbuster at reduced admission with its 50% Off Tuesdays and Wednesdays promotion. Starting July 9, 2025, AMC Theatres is offering 50% OFF the regular adult-evening ticket price each … [Read more...] about AMC Theatres offers 50% off tickets every Tuesday and Wednesday
Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse offers kid flicks for just $1.75 this Monday & Wednesday
Once again, Cinemark is opening the doors on its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Clubhouse for 10 weeks of family fun and flicks. Summer Club House tickets are just $1.75 each for children and adults. A family-favorite title … [Read more...] about Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse offers kid flicks for just $1.75 this Monday & Wednesday
Screen on the Green at High Street with free popcorn: “Legally Blonde” 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: “Legally Blonde” is playing on Thursday
Marcus Theatres’ Kids Movie Magic Film Series: Just $3 for kid flicks, Sunday thru Thursday
Marcus Theatres is hosting its Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series again in 2026. The kid-friendly films will run for 10 weeks, from June 7th to August 13th. Tickets are just $3, for adults and children. The films play Sunday through Thursday … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres’ Kids Movie Magic Film Series: Just $3 for kid flicks, Sunday thru Thursday
Tucker Cruise-In is a FREE monthly car show happening on Saturday
Tucker Cruise-In is a FREE monthly car show on 2nd Saturdays of the month. 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 … [Read more...] about Tucker Cruise-In is a FREE monthly car show happening on Saturday
Peachtree Corners Concert Series: The Stranger is a Billy Joel tribute on Saturday, Aug. 8th
Peachtree Corners brings back its summer concert series for 2026. The concerts take place on the Town Green and are FREE and open to the public. Concerts go from 7 to 9 p.m. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs. You can visit one of the many … [Read more...] about Peachtree Corners Concert Series: The Stranger is a Billy Joel tribute on Saturday, Aug. 8th
The Duluth Summer Stage Concert features Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute on Saturday
The city of Duluth hosts its annual Summer Stage Concert on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 7 to 10 p.m. This promises to be an unforgettable summer concert experience in downtown Duluth! The show features Blank Space: The Unofficial … [Read more...] about The Duluth Summer Stage Concert features Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute on Saturday
Back-to-School Bash at Pontoon Brewing on Saturday, Aug. 8th
Pontoon Brewing in Sandy Springs will host a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from noon to 6 p.m. Admission is FREE, but there are some paid activities for kids (details below). The event is family-friendly and … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Bash at Pontoon Brewing on Saturday, Aug. 8th
Free gardening classes at all Pike Nurseries: Gardening For Beginners is the topic this Saturday
Here's a listing of FREE gardening classes to get you started. They are all hosted at various Pike Nurseries locations around the Atlanta metro area. Pike's spring events usually include classes on growing spring veggies, tomatoes, … [Read more...] about Free gardening classes at all Pike Nurseries: Gardening For Beginners is the topic this Saturday
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: Where to get a FREE cookie on Tuesday, August 4th
National Chocolate Chip Cookie falls on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. But don't confuse it with National Chocolate Chip Day (in May) or with National Cookie Day (in December). This is a day to celebrate America's favorite cookie flavor -- and bake … [Read more...] about National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: Where to get a FREE cookie on Tuesday, August 4th
15+ National Night Out events: family fun, giveaways, food, music, touch-a-truck, more
National Night Out is a series of community-building events that traditionally take place on the first Tuesday in August. This year, that is Tuesday, August 4th. But some communities choose to hold their National Night Out events on the weekend, … [Read more...] about 15+ National Night Out events: family fun, giveaways, food, music, touch-a-truck, more
High Museum of Art: Free admission for Second Sundays this weekend
Don't forget about Second Sundays -- the monthly FREE admission day. 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. … [Read more...] about High Museum of Art: Free admission for Second Sundays this weekend
Summer Shade Festival announces the full musical line-up: two days of free concerts this August
It's almost time for the annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival!This popular festival takes place on Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, 2026, in Grant Park. As always, festival admission is FREE.All entertainment is free as well, and you … [Read more...] about Summer Shade Festival announces the full musical line-up: two days of free concerts this August
AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp is just $3 for kid flicks, on Mondays & Wednesdays
This summer, families can enjoy $3 movie tickets at select AMC Theatres. The price is the same for both kids and adults. Summer Movie Camp runs from June 22nd to August 12, 2026. A different film is featured each week for eight weeks, on … [Read more...] about AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp is just $3 for kid flicks, on Mondays & Wednesdays
FREE: Yoga on the Square at Colony Square on Wednesday evenings
Once again, Colony Square is hosting FREE yoga, every Wednesday night from April to October. Classes are held from 6 to 7 p.m. on The Plaza. The classes are open to all skill levels. The sessions will be lead by instructors from local yoga … [Read more...] about FREE: Yoga on the Square at Colony Square on Wednesday evenings
