The Inman Park Festival is back in a limited fashion in 2021. The annual parade and the festival itself are not happening. But to provide for a safe, socially-distanced outdoor experience, there will be an Inman Park Tour of Gardens with some of the … [Read more...] about The Inman Park Festival is a self-guided Tour of Gardens, plus art pop-up shop this weekend
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Chastain Park Fall 2021 Arts & Crafts Festival
UPDATED on 4/6/2021 The spring festival is scheduled for May 15 and 16, 2021. We have not yet updated the info below this point, so check back as we confirm the details for 2021! Visit the Facebook event page The festival puts a focus on … [Read more...] about Chastain Park Fall 2021 Arts & Crafts Festival
Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes 2021
Updated on 4/6/2021 -- There are no details on this year's festival and it is presumed to be canceled. We'll update if it is rescheduled for fall. Info below the line is from a previous year. The 17th annual Kirkwood Spring Fling and … [Read more...] about Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes 2021
Marietta Greek Festival is a drive-thru event in 2021
The 2021 festival will be a drive-thru food event from May 14 to 16, 2021. We're in the process of updating this page. Be Greek for a day! The 30th annual Marietta Greek Festival happens from May 15 to 17, 2020. The festival … [Read more...] about Marietta Greek Festival is a drive-thru event in 2021
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
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
Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free
Oakland Cemetery is not just a final resting place for historic figures from Atlanta's past -- it's also one of the largest public green spaces in Atlanta. That's why Oakland's gardens and park-like 48 acres are often the setting for fall festivals … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free
July 4th Fireworks & Drag Racing at Atlanta Motor Speedway
This event is canceled for 2020. Click here to view this year's July 4th holiday weekend events Atlanta Motor Speedway is hosting 4th of July fireworks and drag racing, during the Click It or Ticket Fireworks Salute to America! Watch … [Read more...] about July 4th Fireworks & Drag Racing at Atlanta Motor Speedway
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
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
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
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: 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
FREE: Candler Park Art Block on November 16th
The Candler Park business district will host its annual fall Art Block on Saturday, November 16, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The one-block area along Candler Park Drive will become a small street festival, featuring local art, jewelry, … [Read more...] about FREE: Candler Park Art Block on November 16th
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
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
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
6 First Friday events happening this week on October 4th
The first Friday of each month is a popular date for recurring events. Many are free. Some are special deals or discounts. Here are a handful of First Friday events happening in metro Atlanta. Do you know of a regularly occurring First Friday … [Read more...] about 6 First Friday events happening this week on October 4th
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
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
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
Roswell Spring Arts & Crafts Festival, May 2 – 3, 2020
Spring festival season continues into May! The Roswell Spring Arts and Crafts Festival is a two-day outdoor festival in historic downtown Roswell. This post is not updated for 2020 and may not be accurate -- please check back! It takes place on … [Read more...] about Roswell Spring Arts & Crafts Festival, May 2 – 3, 2020
