Roswell Moves is an open streets initiative, similar to Streets Alive in the city of Atlanta. On Sunday, April 28th, 2024, come out to downtown Roswell to pedal, roll, or stroll, as Canton Street is closed to cars and open for outdoor … [Read more...] about “Roswell Moves” is a family-friendly open street event this Sunday
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LIVE in the DTL — a FREE concert series on the Lawrenceville Lawn
The City of Lawrenceville presents LIVE in the DTL -- a FREE summer concert series in 2024. 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 6 p.m. so you … [Read more...] about LIVE in the DTL — a FREE concert series on the Lawrenceville Lawn
Brookhaven hosts Easter Egg hunt, including an event for special-needs kids and one for dogs
The city of Brookhaven hosts their Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Blackburn Park. All of the egg hunts are FREE to attend. There will also be food trucks on site. The Easter Bunny will be available to pose for photos. Bring … [Read more...] about Brookhaven hosts Easter Egg hunt, including an event for special-needs kids and one for dogs
FREE: The Miami Circle Gallery Stroll lets you browse art, home decor, and antiques
Miami Circle is a shopping district in Buckhead, just off Piedmont Road, that features fine art galleries, home decor, and antiques. It's not the cheapest place to shop by a long shot -- but you can experience the art galleries during the Miami … [Read more...] about FREE: The Miami Circle Gallery Stroll lets you browse art, home decor, and antiques
FREE! Easter Block Party at Unity Atlanta Church in Norcross
Unity Atlanta Church in Norcross will host an Easter Block Party on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is FREE and open to the community. Bring your own basket for the egg hunt. Take family pics with the Easter … [Read more...] about FREE! Easter Block Party at Unity Atlanta Church in Norcross
St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this weekend in downtown Lawrenceville!
The city of Lawrenceville hosts the annual St Paddy's on Perry celebration on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. This family-friendly street festival is FREE to attend. It takes place in downtown Lawrenceville, on the historic square. … [Read more...] about St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this weekend in downtown Lawrenceville!
Don’t miss the 2024 Tucker Day festival and parade!
The 2024 edition of Tucker Day takes place on Saturday, May 4th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., along Main Street in downtown Tucker. You'll find a parade, vendor booths, live music by local artists, an interactive Kids Zone and more. Admission is … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 2024 Tucker Day festival and parade!
FREE! Lawrenceville Harvest Festival features hayrides, art market, live music, more
Head to the Lawrenceville Lawn in historic downtown Lawrenceville on Saturday, November 9, 2024 , for Harvest Festival! The event takes place from noon to 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend. The one-day festival will feature live music and art … [Read more...] about FREE! Lawrenceville Harvest Festival features hayrides, art market, live music, more
Head to the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl Parade in downtown Atlanta — plus FanFest before the game!
It's almost time for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl! Ole Miss will play against Penn State in 2023. Whether you're planning to attend the game, watch the Peach Bowl Parade, or just participate in some of the fan festivities, there's … [Read more...] about Head to the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl Parade in downtown Atlanta — plus FanFest before the game!
Light Up Brookhaven is a winter festival with tree & menorah lighting this Wednesday
Light Up Brookhaven takes place on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Blackburn Park. It is FREE to attend. This is a three-hour winter festival that included the traditions of both Christmas and Hanukah -- along with food, music, … [Read more...] about Light Up Brookhaven is a winter festival with tree & menorah lighting this Wednesday
Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw and sample local restaurants’ offerings
Bring your appetite to the 2023 Taste of Kennesaw food festival! The event is happening in downtown Kennesaw on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is FREE. More than 40 different local restaurants will be on … [Read more...] about Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw and sample local restaurants’ offerings
Rescue Dog Games and 2023 Howl-O-Ween Party in Historic 4th Ward Park
The Rescue Dog Games is back with a new location in 2023! Instead of Piedmont Park, the Games will take place at Historic Fourth Ward Park in Atlanta, on Saturday, October 21st. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is … [Read more...] about Rescue Dog Games and 2023 Howl-O-Ween Party in Historic 4th Ward Park
FREE: Oakhurst Porchfest features 200+ musical performances this October
Oakhurst Porchfest is back for 2023! The annual music festival takes place on Saturday, October 14th from noon to 7 p.m. During Porchfest, you can wander around one square mile within Oakhurst neighborhood and enjoy one-hour performances … [Read more...] about FREE: Oakhurst Porchfest features 200+ musical performances this October
Chalktoberfest is back this weekend, with two days of live music on the Marietta Square
It's a festival that celebrates street art and craft beer! Enjoy a fall afternoon at Chalktoberfest, in the Marietta Square. You can sample craft beers, listen to live music from local artists, eat great food, and watch the work of professional … [Read more...] about Chalktoberfest is back this weekend, with two days of live music on the Marietta Square
Save the date for Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival
Marietta's HarvestFest is back for 2023! This an annual festival every October. It includes the HarvestFest Arts & Crafts Show, Touch-A-Truck, Scarecrows In The Square, a costume contest, and the Halloween Happenings children's festival. In … [Read more...] about Save the date for Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival
Virginia-Highland Winterfest: Jingle Jog, Holiday Parade, Artist Market, & Live Music
Come to the Va-Hi Winterfest on Saturday, December 9th, 2023. Winterfest will begin with a Tour of Lights Block Party on Friday, December 8, 2023 to show off the neighborhood’s most vibrant holiday decorations. Then on Saturday, the day starts with a … [Read more...] about Virginia-Highland Winterfest: Jingle Jog, Holiday Parade, Artist Market, & Live Music
The Summer Shade Festival features two days of free concerts in Grant Park
It's almost time for the 21st annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival! This popular festival takes place on Saturday, August 26th and Sunday, August 27th, 2023, in Grant Park. As always, festival admission is FREE. All entertainment is free as … [Read more...] about The Summer Shade Festival features two days of free concerts in Grant Park
The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend 2023!
2015 Dragon Con Parade (photo: 123RF)Dragon Con is back for 2023! 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 virtual … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend 2023!
It’s time for this month’s Wednesday Wind Down concert in East Point!
FREE Wednesday Wind Down concert in East Point -- happening monthly all summer long! If you're looking for the Wednesday WindDown concerts in downtown Atlanta, just click thru for 2023 details! The popular Wednesday Wind Down concerts in … [Read more...] about It’s time for this month’s Wednesday Wind Down concert in East Point!
Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square this Saturday!
The third annual Pan African Festival takes place on the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Hours are 3 to 8 p.m. The festival celebrates innovation, culture, and economic empowerment. It is FREE to attend, family-friendly, and open to … [Read more...] about Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square this Saturday!
The FREE Summer Stage Concert in Duluth this Saturday features A1A, the Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
The city of Duluth hosts its annual Summer Stage Concert on Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 7 to 10 p.m. It will take place on the Town Green and is FREE to attend. The headline act is A1A -- the official Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show. They take … [Read more...] about The FREE Summer Stage Concert in Duluth this Saturday features A1A, the Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
FREE: Groovin’ on the Green concert at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody
Dunwoody's signature FREE Summer concert series is back for 2023! The concerts take place at Brook Run Park, in the new amphitheater. If you'd like to spread out more, you can bring a blanket or chairs and sit on the lawn. Bring … [Read more...] about FREE: Groovin’ on the Green concert at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody
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
Free outdoor summer concert series around Atlanta
We also have a chronological, day-by-day list of upcoming concerts that you may find useful. 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 … [Read more...] about Free outdoor summer concert series around Atlanta
Join a BeltLine group run / walk every Thursday night, starting at a local brewery
There are lots of opportunities to exercise on the BeltLine! You can participate in FREE weekly group runs and walks, along four different sections of the popular multi-use BeltLine trails. The Run.Walk.Go! meetups happen on Thursday nights. … [Read more...] about Join a BeltLine group run / walk every Thursday night, starting at a local brewery
Hoppy Easter at The Works: egg hunt, live music, photo opps
Have a great Easter weekend with the annual Hoppy Easter event at The Works. NOTE that some of the info below has NOT been updated for 2022 -- we'll do that as soon as the new info is available, or you can check the event web page … [Read more...] about Hoppy Easter at The Works: egg hunt, live music, photo opps
FREE: Castleberry Hill Second Friday Art Stroll each month
UPDATED on 1/27/2021 According to the Facebook page, the art stroll is still on hold indefinitely. We'll let you know when it starts up again. The second Friday of each month marks the Castleberry Hill Art Stroll. Set your own pace as you browse … [Read more...] about FREE: Castleberry Hill Second Friday Art Stroll each month
MODA: Museum of Design Atlanta
On the second Sunday of most months, you can get FREE admission to MODA, the Museum of Design Atlanta. The event was previously known as Family Free Day, but has been rechristened as Design Club Day. While admission and special programming are free, … [Read more...] about MODA: Museum of Design Atlanta
Children’s Museum of Atlanta launches online learning program while school is out
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
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
Free and cheap events at Atlanta Brewing Company
Atlanta Brewing Company was Georgia's very first craft brewery. Now located on the west side, it has a dog-friendly patio with outdoor seating and often hosts free or low-cost events in its taproom. This venue doesn't … [Read more...] about Free and cheap events at Atlanta Brewing Company
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
Comedy shows for $10 or less this week
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
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
Duluth Margarita + Taco Festival on May 5th
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in downtown Duluth, at the first annual Margarita + Taco Festival. It's happening on -- when else? -- Sundy, May 5th, from noon to 7 p.m. There will be 40 taco vendors and 12 bars with over 10 different flavored margaritas, … [Read more...] about Duluth Margarita + Taco Festival on May 5th
FREE: Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival, March 21-22, 2020
Enjoy a break from the rain and take a drive out to Conyers this weekend for the 38th annual Cherry Blossom Festival. It's taking place at the Georgia International Horse Park on Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22. Festival hours both … [Read more...] about FREE: Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival, March 21-22, 2020