Gwinnett County Fair: ticket and ride discounts The 2026 edition of the Gwinnett County Fair opens on Thursday, September 17th and runs through Sunday, Sept. 27th. You can purchase advance tickets NOW, at a discount. Note there is a clear bag … [Read more...] about The Gwinnett County Fair rolls into town on September 17th
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Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 15th
The fifth annual Pan African Festival takes place on the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Hours are 2 to 10 p.m. The festival celebrates innovation, culture, and economic empowerment. There is also a Childrens … [Read more...] about Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 15th
Lawrenceville’s Live in the DTL concert series features Pandora’s Box (Aerosmith tribute) on Friday, Aug. 14th
The City of Lawrenceville presents LIVE in the DTL -- a FREE summer concert series in 2026. The concerts take place on the Lawrenceville Lawn from 8 to 10 p.m. on select Friday nights. Food trucks are on site and begin serving at 5:30 p.m. so … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville’s Live in the DTL concert series features Pandora’s Box (Aerosmith tribute) on Friday, Aug. 14th
House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park: Advance tickets are just $25 right now, for Sept. 6th
House in the Park takes place at Grant Park on Sunday, September 6, 2026-- which is Labor Day Weekend. This is a super-affordable, one-day music festival. Advance tickets for House in the Park Music Festival are just $25. If there are still … [Read more...] about House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park: Advance tickets are just $25 right now, for Sept. 6th
The annual Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Old 4th Ward Park on Labor Day weekend
The ATL Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Historic 4th Ward Park on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, 2026. Admission is FREE. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Set in the heart of the city at Historic 4th Ward Park, … [Read more...] about The annual Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Old 4th Ward Park on Labor Day weekend
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
Japan Fest is at the Gas South Convention Center: Early-bird ticket discount running now, event on Sept. 19th and 20th
Japan Fest takes place on September 19 and 20, 2026 at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. Experience Japanese culture, food, music, dance, anime, traditions, martial arts and more at this huge exhibition. There are multiple … [Read more...] about Japan Fest is at the Gas South Convention Center: Early-bird ticket discount running now, event on Sept. 19th and 20th
The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
From the 2015 Dragon Con Parade (photo: 123RF) Dragon Con is back for 2026! 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 … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
Clarkston hosts a back-to-school giveaway: free book bags, haircuts, clothing, & fun activities on July 25th
The City of Clarkston hosts its back-to-school event on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 pm. It is FREE to attend, and takes place at Milam Park. The event is designed to support students with the tools and resources they need … [Read more...] about Clarkston hosts a back-to-school giveaway: free book bags, haircuts, clothing, & fun activities on July 25th
Clarkston Food Truck Festival: Save the date for September 19th
Clarkston will hold a Food Truck Festival on Saturday, September 19, 2026. It takes place downtown on Market Street and is FREE to attend --bring your wallet for food and drink. Besides food trucks, there will be a local vendor market and … [Read more...] about Clarkston Food Truck Festival: Save the date for September 19th
FREE: Senior Wellness Wednesdays at the East Cobb Library features Tai Chi, chair yoga, more
The East Cobb Library will host Senior Wellness Wednesdays on Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon. These instructor-led sessions feature exercises that can be done from a seated position, as well as other wellness activities. The … [Read more...] about FREE: Senior Wellness Wednesdays at the East Cobb Library features Tai Chi, chair yoga, more
Conyers hosts the annual Red, White, and Boom! celebration on Friday, July 3rd
Red, White, and Boom takes place in Conyers on Friday, July 3, 2026. The streets of Olde Town Conyers will come alive with the sights and sounds of the community celebrating our nation's independence. Bring the family for food trucks, kids … [Read more...] about Conyers hosts the annual Red, White, and Boom! celebration on Friday, July 3rd
Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett on Sept. 25 & 26
The City of Lawrenceville will host "Around the World in the DTL" once again in 2026. The FREE, two-day event will feature a diverse selection of food, music, and activities for all ages. Events are spread across two days: Friday, September 25 and … [Read more...] about Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett on Sept. 25 & 26
International Taste of Snellville: food samplings, kids activity area, and more on Sept. 12th
International Taste of Snellville takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 4 to 8 p.m., on the Snellville Towne Green. Admission is FREE. Local restaurants will offer sample sizes of their favorite foods for tasting. You'll buy … [Read more...] about International Taste of Snellville: food samplings, kids activity area, and more on Sept. 12th
The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival features music, food, and fun on Sept. 19th
The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This is a day filled with music, food, and a market of local vendors. Festival hours are noon to 7 p.m. It is FREE to attend. It takes place in Lang Carson … [Read more...] about The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival features music, food, and fun on Sept. 19th
The Wednesday Wind Down concerts in East Point ends the season on August 27th
FREE Wednesday Wind Down concert in East Point -- happening monthly all summer long! This popular concert series has been canceled for 2026. We don't have a reason for the cancellation, but the weather this summer has been extremely … [Read more...] about The Wednesday Wind Down concerts in East Point ends the season on August 27th
Atlantic Station: FREE Lunar New Year festival with lion dance on Feb. 21st
Atlantic Station honors the Year of the Horse 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 … [Read more...] about Atlantic Station: FREE Lunar New Year festival with lion dance on Feb. 21st
The Battery Atlanta offers FREE pet photos with Santa, daily thru Christmas Eve
Santa Claus will be on site at The Battery this holiday season! You can make some holiday memories and let the kids enjoy the magic of the season through this FREE meeting with Santa Claus at Santa's Post Office. In addition, there … [Read more...] about The Battery Atlanta offers FREE pet photos with Santa, daily thru Christmas Eve
Holiday events at Avalon: Menorah lighting on Sunday
Holiday events at Avalon: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, seasonal ice rink, more The Lighting of Avalon returns to Avalon in 2025. The all-day event takes place on Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 2 to 7:30 p.m. This FREE … [Read more...] about Holiday events at Avalon: Menorah lighting on Sunday
Santa in College Park this Saturday
College Park holidays: Tree lighting, Tinsel Trail, Christmas Parade, Santa Claus visits The city of College Park hosts Light Up the City, a holiday tree lighting event, Holiday Tinsel Trail, Christmas Parade, and visits with Santa … [Read more...] about Santa in College Park this Saturday
Clarkston hosts a FREE Winter Wonderland Festival with fireworks & tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 5th
The city of Clarkston will hold its annual holiday festival and tree lighting event on Friday, December 5, 2025 from 6 to 8 p.m. It is FREE to attend. Bring the kids for arts and crafts, free cookies and cocoa, festive holiday music, and … [Read more...] about Clarkston hosts a FREE Winter Wonderland Festival with fireworks & tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 5th
Covington Lighting of the Square on Thursday, November 20th
The city of Covington will host the Lighting of the Square on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The event begins at 6 p.m. and is FREE to attend. There is a music lineup and a small fireworks show. Santa will flip the switch to light up the Square … [Read more...] about Covington Lighting of the Square on Thursday, November 20th
Holidays in McDonough: Merry Market, Tree lighting, Christmas Parade, visits with Santa, New Year’s Eve
The City of McDonough will hold its annual Tree Lighting ceremony and Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Santa Claus will be a featured guest at the event. The Tree Lighting event begins at 3 p.m. with music and celebration, and … [Read more...] about Holidays in McDonough: Merry Market, Tree lighting, Christmas Parade, visits with Santa, New Year’s Eve
Scare on the Square: Bring the kids to Colony Square for the Little Monsters Bash on Tuesday
It's a Halloween party at Colony Square in midtown Atlanta! The Little Monsters Bash takes place on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. Kids can celebrate the spookiest time of the year in The Plaza with costume characters, balloon … [Read more...] about Scare on the Square: Bring the kids to Colony Square for the Little Monsters Bash on Tuesday
FREE: Trunk-or-Treat at Roswell City Hall, sponsored by police and firefighters
On Friday, October 24th, 2025, you can bring the kids to a FREE trunk-0r-treat event in front of Roswell City Hall, located at 38 Hill Street. The event takes place from 4 to 7 p.m. This year there will be photo opps, a scavenger hunt, music, … [Read more...] about FREE: Trunk-or-Treat at Roswell City Hall, sponsored by police and firefighters
College Park hosts Trunk-or-Treat and and Haunted House on Oct. 24th
You'll have a chance to enjoy lots of spooky fun this October in College Park! The Trunk-or-Treat event and Haunted House takes place on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. Come for music, candy, a hayride, photo booth, and more … [Read more...] about College Park hosts Trunk-or-Treat and and Haunted House on Oct. 24th
East Point holiday tree lighting + free photos with Santa
Kick off the holiday season with the City of East Point's annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 6, 2024! The event is FREE to attend and goes from 5 to 7 p.m. The location is East Point City Hall Lawn -- located at 2757 East … [Read more...] about East Point holiday tree lighting + free photos with Santa
FREE Back-to-School Giveaway: Register now
Cascade United Methodist will host two Back-to-School Giveaway events in 2025. Register now for one of these dates and locations: Saturday, July 26, 2025 3144 Cascade Rd. SW Atlanta, GA 30311 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Sunday, July 27, … [Read more...] about FREE Back-to-School Giveaway: Register now
Back to School giveaway in Stone Mountain
NOTE: we don't know yet if this event is happening again in 2026. We will update when we have current info. New Creation Christian Fellowship hosts a school supply giveaway on Friday, July 18, 2025 from 6 to 8 p.m. It takes place … [Read more...] about Back to School giveaway in Stone Mountain
Free Back-to-School BBQ Bash at High Street
The High Street mixed-use district will host a back-to-school BBQ Bash this Saturday, July 26, 2025, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The Atlanta Braves mascot, Blooper, will be on site. It is FREE to attend, and the first 100 guests will receive free … [Read more...] about Free Back-to-School BBQ Bash at High Street
Kidsfest is a back-to-school bash with free school supplies, in College Park
In collaboration with Fulton County Schools and First Day Fulton, College Park will host this year's Kidsfest on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from noon to 4 p.m. The event is FREE to attend. You can expect activities, music, … [Read more...] about Kidsfest is a back-to-school bash with free school supplies, in College Park
West Ponce Music Stroll: free music in downtown Decatur
NOTE: We don't have a 2025 date yet, but will update when we do. Stay tuned! Head to downtown Decatur for the 4th annual West Ponce Music Stroll! It's happening on Saturday, November 16th, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. This is the raindate. The … [Read more...] about West Ponce Music Stroll: free music in downtown Decatur
Spring Festival & egg hunt for kids at The Avenue Peachtree City
The Avenue Peachtree City hosts a Spring Festival on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. It is FREE to attend and takes place at Central Park. Come and take photos with the Easter Bunny. There will be an egg hunt, face painting, and … [Read more...] about Spring Festival & egg hunt for kids at The Avenue Peachtree City
FREE Easter egg hunts for kids at Alpharetta Methodist Church
Alpharetta Methodist Church will host its annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 10 to 11 a.m. The event is free and open to families in the community. You don't need to make a reservation. The event is open to toddlers … [Read more...] about FREE Easter egg hunts for kids at Alpharetta Methodist Church
The Fresh Market offers great value with its Game Day Meal – pre-order now for Superbowl Sunday
As the big game approaches on Sunday, February 8, 2026, The Fresh Market is taking the guesswork out of everything you need to throw an awesome watch party -- on the cheap, of course. The Fresh Market is offering its Game Day Meal for 4 to 6 … [Read more...] about The Fresh Market offers great value with its Game Day Meal – pre-order now for Superbowl Sunday
The Cumming Music Fest features 9 rock tribute bands at the Cumming Fairgrounds
Get ready rockers! The 2024 Cumming Music Fest is billed as the ultimate tribute festival. On July 20th, at the Cumming Fairgrounds, you'll get to sing along to your favorite rock classics all day long. The bands performing this year … [Read more...] about The Cumming Music Fest features 9 rock tribute bands at the Cumming Fairgrounds
City of East Point holds 2 Thanksgiving turkey giveaways for residents only
East Point residents, you qualify for a FREE turkey and meal bag! There are two turkey giveaways happening on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Each one starts at 10 a.m. and ends when supplies are depleted. You'll be asked to show an ID with an East … [Read more...] about City of East Point holds 2 Thanksgiving turkey giveaways for residents only
Back-to-school giveaway for East Point residents: get free backpacks, school supplies, and food
UPDATE: We are watching for details about the 2024 event and will update -- so please check back! East Point families are invited to a back-to-school giveaway event on Saturday, August 5, 2023. It takes place from 10 a.m. 2 p.m., while supplies … [Read more...] about Back-to-school giveaway for East Point residents: get free backpacks, school supplies, and food
Broadway in the Park performances in Suwanee
This year, Broadway in the Park brings the high seas to Suwanee’s beautiful Town Center Park. The family-friendly performances are FREE to attend, and take place one weekend only. Two performances: Friday, July 24th and Saturday, July … [Read more...] about Broadway in the Park performances in Suwanee
Celebrate “hump day” at the Wednesday WindDown Concert in downtown Atlanta
Unwind and let loose on Wednesday nights after work! The NEW Wednesday WindDown series features tribute bands in concert, every Wednesday night from March 22nd through July 24, 2024. You may remember the good ol' days, when Wednesday WindDown … [Read more...] about Celebrate “hump day” at the Wednesday WindDown Concert in downtown Atlanta
