Celebrate the Year of the Horse! The Decatur Lunar New Festival takes place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Ebster Recreation Center. Admission is free for kids age 17 and under, and there is a $10 ticket fee for … [Read more...] about The Decatur Lunar New Year Festival is a family-friendly event on March 1st
Winter Fun
Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day on third Saturdays
Marietta History Center hosts FREE family fun days on third Saturdays The Marietta History Center hosts a Family Fun Day on the third Saturday of each month. The events are FREE and you are welcome to pop in for various activities. This … [Read more...] about Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day on third Saturdays
Chinese Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse in metro Atlanta at these events
Celebrate the Year of the Horse in 2026!The Lunar New Year begins on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. If you were born in 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, or 1942, after the Lunar New Year (late January or early February) you were born in the … [Read more...] about Chinese Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse in metro Atlanta at these events
The 2026 Atlanta Lunar New Year Festival happens this weekend: here’s what to know
The Atlanta Lunar New Year Festival is back for 2026, after being on hiatus last year due to construction. It takes place over two days: Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22, 2026. The location is the Culture Center of … [Read more...] about The 2026 Atlanta Lunar New Year Festival happens this weekend: here’s what to know
Free! Woodlands Garden hosts monthly Walk & Talk this Wednesday
Woodlands Garden has launched a monthly Wednesday Walk & Talk as a FREE program. Each month, you can come for a morning beverage and a walk through the woodlands. If you come on a regular basis, you can watch the … [Read more...] about Free! Woodlands Garden hosts monthly Walk & Talk this Wednesday
Marcus Theatres offer $3 family films, Friday thru Sunday
Break up the January blues with eight family-favorite films on the big screen! If you plan to see them all, you can SAVE 50%. Marcus Theatres and Movie Taverns are helping families make movie magic this winter with the 2026 Kids … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres offer $3 family films, Friday thru Sunday
Valentine’s Day celebration at High Street: outdoor rom-com movie, free popcorn, build-a-bouquet
High Street will celebrate Valentine’s Day with its Hearts on The Green event on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The event is FREE and open to the public. Families, friends, and sweethearts are invited to enjoy a classic … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day celebration at High Street: outdoor rom-com movie, free popcorn, build-a-bouquet
Explore the Enchanted Woodland Trail at Chattahoochee Nature Center
There may be no wildflowers in bloom or leaves on the trees, but there's a special magic to a winter walk at Chattahoochee Nature Center this month. The Enchanted Woodland Trail features fairy houses and gnome homes along the path. You're invited to … [Read more...] about Explore the Enchanted Woodland Trail at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Super Museum Sunday: FREE admission to museums & historic sites statewide on Feb. 8th
On Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Georgia History Festival is sponsoring Super Museum Sunday. It's a day of FREE admission at museums and historic sites all across Georgia. Take advantage of this opportunity to experience local history and … [Read more...] about Super Museum Sunday: FREE admission to museums & historic sites statewide on Feb. 8th
National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day — here’s how and where to participate this Saturday
Saturday, February 7, 2026, is National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. If you’ve never celebrated this food holiday, or heard of it, well, in short, it’s a day to eat ice cream for breakfast. What's not to love? Each year, we find news about a … [Read more...] about National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day — here’s how and where to participate this Saturday
The Carlos Museum hosts its FREE annual Pajama Concert for families this Friday, Feb. 6th
On Friday, February 6, 2026, the Carlos Museum will host an evening of musical bedtime stories in a family-friendly concert. The Pajama Concert for Families is an annual event. It's designed for young audiences, but is perfect for music lovers of any … [Read more...] about The Carlos Museum hosts its FREE annual Pajama Concert for families this Friday, Feb. 6th
Reserve your spot for the Tucker Winter Concert series (indoors) on Friday, Feb. 6th
The city of Tucker is warming up your winter with FREE live music at the Tucker Recreation Center. This new, indoor winter concert series takes place on select Friday nights in January and February. The concerts are a great way to spend a winter … [Read more...] about Reserve your spot for the Tucker Winter Concert series (indoors) on Friday, Feb. 6th
Braves Fest 2026 is canceled due to weather concerns
UPDATE We received the following alert from the Atlanta Braves on Friday, Jan. 30: Due to the forecasted winter storm activity across the Southeast this weekend and in an abundance of caution for our fans throughout Braves Country, we have made … [Read more...] about Braves Fest 2026 is canceled due to weather concerns
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
National Popcorn Day FREEBIES and special deals at the movies
National Popcorn Day is Monday, January 19th, 2026, and it’s a popular event at movie theaters, for obvious reasons. There's nothing better than the buttery aroma of fresh popcorn in the theater lobby! If you love popcorn and the movies, you can … [Read more...] about National Popcorn Day FREEBIES and special deals at the movies
Cartersville celebrates 175th birthday with a special winter festival — FREE and family-friendly
The city of Cartersville will celebrate its 175th birthday on Saturday, February 1, 2025, with a special winter festival. This commemorative event takes place from noon to 6 p.m. in Friendship Plaza in downtown Cartersville. It is FREE to … [Read more...] about Cartersville celebrates 175th birthday with a special winter festival — FREE and family-friendly
Celebrate Three Kings Day, also known as Dia de los Reyes, at these local events
Where to celebrate Three Kings Day, Dia de los Reyes, in Atlanta and suburbs -- event listings for 2026. While some people take down their Christmas decorations before New Year's Day, others celebrate the Christmas holiday for 11 more … [Read more...] about Celebrate Three Kings Day, also known as Dia de los Reyes, at these local events
Play in the snow at Lanier Islands: The snow machines are pumping out the white stuff!
Lanier Islands resort is inviting you to become snowbound! While snow may be rare in Atlanta, it's in plentiful supply at the Margaritaville License to Chill Snow Island attraction, just a short drive up the highway in Buford, GA. The lakeside … [Read more...] about Play in the snow at Lanier Islands: The snow machines are pumping out the white stuff!
The Sleddy Yeti Party at Gate City Brewing features real snow and an ’80s theme
Gate City Brewing in Roswell is hosting its annual Sleddy Yeti Party on Saturday, February 17, 2024. (It was rescheduled from its original January 27th date of bad weather.) It's a sledding party with real snow, plus an '80s theme -- so you'll … [Read more...] about The Sleddy Yeti Party at Gate City Brewing features real snow and an ’80s theme
“The Wizard of Oz” returns to the big screen for its 85th anniversary, for three days only
The Wizard of Oz will return to the big screen for three days only, in honor of the film's 85th anniversary. If you've never seen this classic movie in the theater, as it was meant to be seen, this is your chance. The special screenings are part of … [Read more...] about “The Wizard of Oz” returns to the big screen for its 85th anniversary, for three days only
FREE: RSVP now for “A Southern Night at the Cinema” at the Plaza Theatre
Reserve your spot now, then come to the Plaza Theatre on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 for a cinematic culinary adventure. You're invited to discover the South through the lens of culinary artisans at this FREE event, called A Southern Night at the … [Read more...] about FREE: RSVP now for “A Southern Night at the Cinema” at the Plaza Theatre
Krispy Kreme Winter Warm-Up Deal: Get a dozen glazed doughnuts for $1 when you buy any dozen
With winter storms and frigid weather across most of the country, Krispy Kreme wants to help you stay warm with this hot offer. Get a dozen Original Glazed Doughnuts for just $1, when you buy any dozen doughnuts OR 16 mini doughnuts. PLUS you can … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Winter Warm-Up Deal: Get a dozen glazed doughnuts for $1 when you buy any dozen
FREE community movie screening: See “American Fiction” at Regal Atlantic Station
Reserve your FREE ticket for a community movie screening of American Fiction. The free screening takes place on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Regal Atlantic Station. The free tickets are limited to theater capacity, and reservations are … [Read more...] about FREE community movie screening: See “American Fiction” at Regal Atlantic Station
Head to the Atlanta Boat Show this weekend, at the Georgia World Congress Center
The Atlanta Boat Show, Georgia’s biggest boating extravaganza, returns to the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta from January 11th to 14th, 2023. The show features 600+ of the newest boats available, along with the marine … [Read more...] about Head to the Atlanta Boat Show this weekend, at the Georgia World Congress Center
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
Trains, Trains, Trains! Don’t miss this huge model train exhibit at the Southern Museum in Kennesaw
For info on the current year's exhibit, CLICK HERE. Trains, Trains, Trains! returns to the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History in 2023! This is the museum's largest and most popular event of the year. The 2023 display will be … [Read more...] about Trains, Trains, Trains! Don’t miss this huge model train exhibit at the Southern Museum in Kennesaw
Let It Snow! winter festival at Halcyon on MLK Day
The kids can spend their MLK Day holiday playing in the snow at Halcyon Forsyth! The Let It Snow event takes place on Monday, January 16, 2023 from noon to 3 p.m. You'll be able to meet Anna and Elsa and have a snack with Olaf. There … [Read more...] about Let It Snow! winter festival at Halcyon on MLK Day
