The fourth annual Pan African Festival takes place on the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Hours are 2 to 10 p.m. The festival celebrates innovation, culture, and economic empowerment. It is FREE to attend, family-friendly, and open … [Read more...] about Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square this August!
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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 those 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!
FREE: The Miami Circle Gallery Stroll lets you browse art, home decor, and antiques this weekend
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 this weekend
Around the World in the DTL — a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett County
The City of Lawrenceville will host "Around the World in the DTL" once again in 2024. 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 13 and … [Read more...] about Around the World in the DTL — a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett County
House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park on Labor Day Weekend – advance tickets just $18!
House in the Park takes place at Grant Park on Sunday, September 1, 2024 -- 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 $18. Last year, one child … [Read more...] about House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park on Labor Day Weekend – advance tickets just $18!
The Summer Shade Festival features two days of free concerts in Grant Park
It's almost time for the 22nd annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival! This popular festival takes place on Saturday, August 24th and Sunday, August 25th, 2024, 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
Lilburn’s Sparkle in the Park is a fabulous 4th of July celebration with family fun & fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day with Lilburn's Sparkle in the Park event. It's happening on Thursday, July 4, 2024 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. You'll find live bands, activities for the kiddos, food trucks, fireworks, and fun at Lilburn City Park. There's … [Read more...] about Lilburn’s Sparkle in the Park is a fabulous 4th of July celebration with family fun & fireworks
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
The FREE Summer Stage Concert in Duluth this Saturday features POP 2000
The city of Duluth hosts its annual Summer Stage Concert on Saturday, June 1, 2024, from 8 to 10 p.m. It will take place on the Duluth Town Green and is FREE to attend. The concert is a stop on the POP 2000 Tour. The show is hosted by NSYNC's … [Read more...] about The FREE Summer Stage Concert in Duluth this Saturday features POP 2000
Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair: running now thru Memorial Day!
The Yaarab Shrine Circus and Fair is back for 2024. The show runs from Saturday, May 18th through Memorial Day Monday, May 27th, at Jim Miller Park in Marietta. There is also a special sneak peek on Friday, May 17th -- no circus performance, but a … [Read more...] about Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair: running now thru Memorial Day!
Suwanee Town Center Park: Come for Broadway in the Park & the August Concert
Suwanee's 10-acre Town Center Park is a central green space that serves as the city's primary setting for special events. The amphitheater and stage provide a backdrop for concerts and other performances, with terraced lawn seating. The park … [Read more...] about Suwanee Town Center Park: Come for Broadway in the Park & the August Concert
“Roswell Moves” is a family-friendly open street event this Sunday
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
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
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! 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!
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 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!
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
Gate City Brewing hosts group runs, beer yoga, live music, markets, and more free and cheap events
Best breweries in Atlanta, best breweries in Roswell Gate City is Roswell's first craft brewery, located in the heart of the historic downtown area, at the corner of Canton and Magnolia Streets. If you visit Gate City Brewing, you'll find … [Read more...] about Gate City Brewing hosts group runs, beer yoga, live music, markets, and more free and cheap events
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