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Children’s Museum of Atlanta launches online learning program while school is out

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To help you keep your little ones engaged while school is out, the museum has launched a FREE online program called #CMAatHome. Each weekday at 11 a.m., the museum will provide an interactive activity, vocabulary list, song list, or book … [Read more...] about Children’s Museum of Atlanta launches online learning program while school is out

CANCELED: Inman Park Festival will NOT take place this April

The 2020 Inman Park Festival has been canceled. We hope to see it back better than ever in 2021. This includes the parade and the Tour of Homes. It's been called Atlanta's "most spirited and eclectic" street festival, and it's our … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Inman Park Festival will NOT take place this April

CLOSED: Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) closes doors and postpones all programming

NOTE: MODA will be closed to the public from March 13 to March 27. All special programming will be rescheduled at a later date. Here is the museum's statement: In response to the growing concern surrounding [current events], Museum of Design … [Read more...] about CLOSED: Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) closes doors and postpones all programming

FREE: Castleberry Hill Second Friday Art Stroll this week

The second Friday of each month marks the Castleberry Hill Art Stroll. Set your own pace as you browse the neighborhood art galleries and shops in this trendy neighborhood (which is also a federally recognized historic district and popular filming … [Read more...] about FREE: Castleberry Hill Second Friday Art Stroll this week

(POSTPONED) Food-O-Rama: Grant Park Food Truck Festival on April 4, 2020

The fifth annual Food Truck Festival, scheduled to take in Grant Park on April 4, 2020, has been POSTPONED. It is now tentatively scheduled for June 13, 2020, in Piedmont Park. The info below is from 2019 -- we'll update for 2020 when current … [Read more...] about (POSTPONED) Food-O-Rama: Grant Park Food Truck Festival on April 4, 2020

Spring Jonquil Festival in Smyrna on April 25 & 26, 2020

]On April 25 and 26, 2020, the Spring Jonquil Festival will take place on the Village Green in downtown Smyrna. This post has not yet been updated for 2020 and may not be accurate -- please check back! Admission is free, and the festivities … [Read more...] about Spring Jonquil Festival in Smyrna on April 25 & 26, 2020

Zoo Atlanta: Go now and get the Wild Winter Days discount!

Updated for 2020! Zoo Atlanta is a popular destination for Atlanta-area residents and visitors alike. It's also fairly pricey as Atlanta attractions go, with full-price admission at the gate running $28 for ages twelve and older. Fortunately, … [Read more...] about Zoo Atlanta: Go now and get the Wild Winter Days discount!

Sunday Funday comedy open-mic night for $5 on first Sundays

Updated for 2020! This open-mic event takes place every month on the first Sunday at the Highland Inn and Ballroom Lounge. It's a chance to see local up-and-coming comics and first-timers try out their best three minutes of material. Doors open … [Read more...] about Sunday Funday comedy open-mic night for $5 on first Sundays

16 Things to Do for Black History Month in February (including some you’ve never thought of)

Updated for 2020! There is so much to do and so many places to explore during Black History Month in Atlanta. In fact, it's nearly impossible to talk about black history in America at all without mentioning Atlanta. Our city has seen remarkable … [Read more...] about 16 Things to Do for Black History Month in February (including some you’ve never thought of)

FREE: First Friday holiday concert at Norcross Arts Center features the Joe Gransden Sextet on Dec. 6th

On the first Friday of certain months, catch a FREE concert at the Norcross Cultural Arts & Community Center. The concerts feature different types of music, including jazz, rhythm and blues, and funk. They take place from 7 to 9 p.m. on concert … [Read more...] about FREE: First Friday holiday concert at Norcross Arts Center features the Joe Gransden Sextet on Dec. 6th

LAST CALL: final weekend for a free guided bike tour on the BeltLine’s Eastside Trail (reserve now)

Content for the 2020 bike tours is coming soon! Please check back. This fall, you can take advantage of FREE guided bicycle tours on the Atlanta BeltLine. The bike tours are offered by the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership and take place on Saturday … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: final weekend for a free guided bike tour on the BeltLine’s Eastside Trail (reserve now)

FREE public observatory viewings on Thursday and Friday nights

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Looking for a free or cheap activity to do with the kids this summer? Take them to the Fernbank Science Center -- which is one of a handful of FREE museums around Atlanta. Of special interest: FREE sky-viewing at the observatory on Thursday and … [Read more...] about FREE public observatory viewings on Thursday and Friday nights

Fall Festival on Ponce takes place this weekend

The Fall Festival on Ponce takes place over two days on the weekend of October 12th and 13th. As always, it will be held in the Olmsted Linear Parks, along Ponce de Leon Avenue. Admission is FREE, and you may bring a leashed dog. The eighth … [Read more...] about Fall Festival on Ponce takes place this weekend

Grand opening of Wild Heaven’s West End Brewery & Gardens this Saturday

Wild Heaven Beer is celebrating the opening of its West End Brewery & Gardens with an all day event. Come out for the fun on Saturday, September, 7th -- see the schedule of events below! West End Brewery promises to be a fun venue on the … [Read more...] about Grand opening of Wild Heaven’s West End Brewery & Gardens this Saturday

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The Atlanta Blues Challenge takes place this weekend

Join the Atlanta Blues Society on a select Sunday each month for a free or low-cost event!  This monthly musical event rotates among various venues around the Atlanta area. Many of the venues are family-friendly -- just check the details … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Blues Challenge takes place this weekend

Comedy shows for $10 or less this week

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Who doesn't need a good laugh these days? There are plenty of live comedy shows in Atlanta to get you giggling and guffawing. Better yet, you can do comedy on the cheap. Most of the live comedy shows in this list are right around $10, and some are … [Read more...] about Comedy shows for $10 or less this week

Free outdoor summer concert series around Atlanta in 2019

Once the first hint of warm weather arrives in March, the free outdoor summer concerts begin. Some concert series stretch out all spring and summer and into fall, others take place only in May and September -- which are, let's face it, two of the … [Read more...] about Free outdoor summer concert series around Atlanta in 2019

GPB hosts FREE “Be My Neighbor Day” event for kids, on Saturday, July 27th

Georgia Public Broadcasting invites your family to their Be My Neighbor Day event, featuring the popular PBS character Daniel Tiger. It takes place on Saturday, July 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event is FREE, but you must pre-register to … [Read more...] about GPB hosts FREE “Be My Neighbor Day” event for kids, on Saturday, July 27th

FREE: Marietta Square Artisan Market on 2nd and 4th Saturdays

NOTE: We don't have an update for 2020 yet. Stay tuned! The Marietta Square Artisan Market is an outdoor market that features local art and hand-crafted items. It's held twice a month, on the second and fourth Saturdays, from April through … [Read more...] about FREE: Marietta Square Artisan Market on 2nd and 4th Saturdays

Ending this weekend: “Wine Down Weekends” FREE concert series

Atlantans really love springtime! The city is about to heat up with spring festivals and concerts -- including this year's Wine Down Weekends free outdoor concert series. These FREE concerts will take place at City Winery every weekend through May. … [Read more...] about Ending this weekend: “Wine Down Weekends” FREE concert series

Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes on May 16 & 17, 2020

The 17th annual Kirkwood Spring Fling and Tour of Homes takes place on May 16 & 17, 2020. The remainder of this post has not yet been updated for 2020 and may not be accurate -- please check back! The festival and art market will be located … [Read more...] about Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes on May 16 & 17, 2020

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