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Atlanta Georgia Entertainment & Events

Special Events

  • Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center
    395 Piedmont Avenue Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30308
    404-523-6275
    Some of the world's most highly anticipated productions have been featured at this civic center that is the Southeast largest theater, featuring the largest performance stage in the region. Events such as theatrical performances, Broadway productions, live nationally broadcasted media events, concerts by well known musical performers, and comedy performances are held here. more...

  • Georgia Bridal Show, The
    Two Galleria Parkway • Atlanta, GA 30339
    Cobb Galleria Centre
    770-736-1979
    Top bridal merchants will be on hand during this spectacular bridal fashion show that also features live entertainment and bridal gift giveaways. The show will be held January 16, 2005, March 6, 2005, and August 28, 2005 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. more...

  • Rialto Center for the Performing Arts
    80 Forsyth Street Northwest • Atlanta, GA 30303
    Located in the Historic Fairlie-Poplar District
    404-413-9849
    Part of Georgia State University's mission "to inspire, educate, and entertain diverse audiences by presenting innovative and exceptional arts programming and cultivating community partnerships," The Rialto Center, a 833-seat performing-arts venue, is home to the Rialto Series, the School of Music, and the Atlanta Film Festival.  more...

  • Ferst Center for the Arts
    349 Ferst Drive Northwest • Atlanta, GA 30332-0468
    Located at Georgia Tech
    404-894-2787
    This 1,155 seat state-of-the-art facility presents several concerts, recitals, lectures, dance, film, and theater productions each year from September to May. It is home to the Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the Ballethnic Dance Company, the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus, and the Georgia Tech Music Department. The Richards and Westbrook Galleries feature local artist exhibits which combine fine art and technology.  more...

  • Decorators' Show House & Gardens
    88 West Paces Ferry Road • Atlanta, GA 30305
    404-733-4935
    The largest event of its kind in the Southeast and the second oldest in the nation, the Atlanta Symphony Associates’ Decorators' Show House & Gardens presents "Holland Park,” an English Regency style estate at 4270 Harris Trail in Buckhead. Designed by architect Frank McCall, this estate features 10 acres of extensive garden areas, a pool, pool house, tennis courts, a grand stairway, six bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths, master and guest suites, and elegant living spaces. Held towards the end of April through the middle of May. more...

  • Atlanta International Auto Show
    235 Northside Drive • Atlanta, GA 30313
    Held at the Georgia World Congress Center
    770-977-6301
    Over 500 new import and domestic cars, vans, sports utility vehicles, and light trucks, including exotic and concept cars, will be on display during this five-day auto show that features over 35 lines of cars and trucks. Factory and dealer representatives will be on hand to answer questions. more...

  • Women's Expo
    5450 State Route 20 • Atlanta, GA 30313
    Georgia World Congress Center
    770-606-5763
    Special event featuring seminars, guest and celebrity appearances, prizes, demonstrations, shopping, a fashion show and more. Held in March. Fun for the whole family. more...

Cinema

  • UA Perimeter Pointe
    1155 Mount Vernon Highway • Atlanta, GA 30338
    770-481-0194
    First-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that also features comfortable seating and a large concession stand. more...

  • UA Tara Cinemas
    2345 Cheshire Bridge Road Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30324
    404-634-5661
    This cinema offers first-run Hollywood movies, critically acclaimed films, and restored classics, as well as a concession stand and comfortable seats. more...

  • Regal 22 at Austell
    2480 East-West Connector Road • Atlanta, GA 30106
    Located in Austell
    770-439-9336
    Enjoy comfortable seating and a concession stand while watching first-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films at this cinema. more...

  • Regal Hollywood 24
    3265 Northeast Expressway Access • Atlanta, GA 30341
    Located in Chamblee
    770-936-8235
    First-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that features comfortable seating and a large concession stand. more...

Night Life

  • Masquerade, The
    695 North Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30308
    404-577-8178
    Housed in a turn-of-the-century mill building, the Masquerade is "one of the country's most unique nightclub facilities." The Masquerade is available for private rentals and corporate events. more...

  • Blind Willie's
    828 North Highland Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30306
    404-873-2583
    Named after legendary Georgia bluesman Blind Willie McTell, this popular storefront club showcases New Orleans and Chicago style blues by revered local and regional acts seven nights a week. Cajun and zydeco are also on the agenda from time to time. more...

  • Eddie's Attic
    515 North McDonough Street • Atlanta, GA 30030
    Located in Decatur
    404-377-4976
    "The premier acoustic music listening room in the South," this exciting nightlife spot offers an eclectic mix of live, original music six nights a week ranging from acoustic folk and bluegrass to country, rock, and hip-hop. more...

  • Laughing Matters
    173 Cleveland Street Southeast • Atlanta, GA 30316
    Performs at Manuel's Tavern
    404-225-5000
    Atlanta's longest running improv comedy troupe, this improv company presents live improvisational comedy with monthly shows plus offers booking for private murder mystery shows. more...

  • Fernbank's Martinis & IMAX
    767 Clifton Road, Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30307
    Located at Fernbank Museum of Natural History
    404-929-6300
    Presented every Friday from January through November, this event includes a wine bar, drinks, dinner, desserts, live jazz entertainment, and an IMAX feature. It's the perfect place for a first or 400th date.  more...

  • Havana Club, The
    3112 Piedmont Road • Atlanta, GA 30305-2253
    404-941-4847
    With DJ's during the week and Latin bands during the weekends, there is always something to keep you entertained at this trendy venue. Cigars are available, as well as a variety ot tasty cocktails, and Latin dancing lessons are offered to help start the night off right.  more...

  • Opera Nightclub
    1150 Crescent Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30309
    404-874-3006
    Atlanta's hottest nightclub is normally open Thursday through Saturday 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. more...

  • Earl, The
    488 Flat Shoals Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30316
    Located in East Atlanta
    404-522-3950
    This live music lounge and restaurant is open Monday through Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. and on Sundays until 12:00 a.m. more...

  • Smith's Olde Bar
    1578 Piedmont Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30307
    404-875-1522
    Smith’s Olde Bar is an Atlanta institution that offers some of the best music to be found anywhere in the city. Pool tables, darts, foosball and various video games can be found in the game room. Available menu selections include wings, mozzarella sticks, nachos, fried dill pickle chips, salads, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. more...

  • HALO Lounge
    817 West Peachtree Street, Suite E-100 • Atlanta, GA 30308
    404-962-7333
    Located on 6th street, beneath the historic Biltmore Hotel, in midtown Atlanta, HALO Lounge is one of the premier nightlife destinations in Atlanta. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., HALO is "known for its awarding-winning service, signature drinks and music-driven atmosphere." more...

  • Punchline Comedy Club, The
    280 Hilderbrand Drive • Atlanta, GA 30328
    Located in the Balconies Shopping Center
    404-252-LAFF (5233)
    The "longest running and continuously operated comedy club in Atlanta," the Punchline Comedy Club offers access to the best comedians working clubs today. Reservations are required. more...

  • Gold Room
    2416 Piedmont Road Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30324
    Located in Buckhead
    404-693-9693
    "Housed in the former Gold Club building, the Gold Room nightclub and ultra lounge features sleek, modern design complimented by stylish ambience, an impressive DJ lineup, a one-of-a-kind champagne bar and an expansive signature cocktail menu." more...

  • Ten Pin Alley
    261 19th Street Northwest • Atlanta, GA 30363
    404-872-3364
    Ten Pin Alley is a high-end bowling alley, ultra executive lounge and American-themed eatery with a vintage feel. Ten Pin Alley has three private bowling lanes in addition to nine lanes in the main area of the space. more...

Concerts & Performances

  • Capitol City Opera Company
    1266 West Paces Ferry Road #451 • Atlanta, GA 30327
    678-301-8013
    Capitol City Opera Company, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, has created many recurring programs that benefit all ages and demographics of the general public and has toured throughout the Southeast and also Italy. Currently, the company performs two opera theatre shows per year, a quarterly recital series (Sunday of Songs), a monthly restaurant series (Dinner and a Diva), a vocal competition, a summer workshop, touring Madrigals, touring gala singers, Cosìfan tutte on tour, a summer pops concert, and an astonishing 150-200 performances solely for children every year. more...

  • Starlight Six Drive-In
    2000 Moreland Avenue Southeast • Atlanta, GA 30316-3250
    404-627-5786
    This six-screen theatre is the largest of Georgia's remaining drive-ins. Current releases as well as special theme nights with retro films are featured. Get there early on Friday and Saturday. Open seven nights a week, gates open at 6:30 p.m. and movies start at 7:30 p.m. Children under ten years of age view for free. Cash only is accepted and a working car radio is required to hear the movie.  more...

  • Atlanta Chamber Players
    P.O. Box 5438 • Atlanta, GA 31107
    Affiliate Artists at Georgia State University’s School of Music, ACP performs traditional masterpieces as well as contemporary classics. Concerts, lectures, and master classes are held at various locations concerts.  more...

  • Atlanta Opera
    1575 Northside Drive Northwest Drive • Atlanta, GA 30308
    The Atlanta Opera Center
    404-881-8885
    The Atlanta Opera offers four main stage productions each season at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center at 395 Piedmont Avenue.  more...

  • Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
    1280 Peachtree Street (Atlanta Symphony Hall) • Atlanta, GA 30309
    Located in the Woodruff Arts Center
    404-733-4900
    The ASO performs more than 200 concerts each year with its series including the pops series, family concerts, and a full summer schedule including classical, pops, and parks concerts.  more...

  • Chastain Park Amphitheater
    4469 Stella Drive • Atlanta, GA 30327
    Intersection of Powers Ferry Road & Stella Drive
    404-733-4900
    With more than 6,000 seats, the Chastain Park Amphitheater is home of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Delta Classic Chastain series. more...

  • Fresh Fest
    395 Piedmont Avenue Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30309
    404-249-6400
    In the 1980’s there emerged the first major hip hop tour, dubbed the Fresh Fest, featuring now legendary rappers like Run DMC, The Sugar Hill Gang & Kurtis Blow. Today, the Fresh Fest returns with everyone’s favorite old school hip hoppers: Naughty by Nature, Big Daddy Kane, Doug E Fresh, Slick Rick, Whodini and Force MD’s.

  • Variety Playhouse
    1099 Euclid Avenue Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30307
    Located in Little Five Points
    404-524-7354
    The Variety Playhouse is a combination theater and nightclub. The Variety Playhouse can be rented for shows, private events, parties and corporate events. more...

  • Tabernacle, The
    152 Luckie Street • Atlanta, GA 30303
    Located in Downtown Atlanta
    404-659-9022
    Located one block from Centennial Olympic Park, Philips Arena, the Georgia World Congress Center and the Georgia Dome, the Tabernacle is a four-story, circa 1910 converted church that is currently operated by Live Nation, the world's largest live music company, largest promoter of live concerts in the world and the second-largest entertainment venue management company. more...

  • Center Stage
    1374 West Peachtree Street • Atlanta, GA 30309
    Located in Midtown Atlanta
    404-885-1365
    Center Stage Theater is "an icon in the Atlanta music and performing arts community." more...

  • Song of Atlanta Show Chorus Open House
    550 Mt. Paran Road Northwest • Atlanta, GA 30327
    St. John United Methodist Church
    770-364-2337
    Ladies! Do you love to sing? Well, here is your opportunity to sing with the Fifth Place Sweet Adeline's International Chorus. Song of Atlanta is pleased to host their annual Sweet Adeline's International Global Open House, from 7 to 9 p.m., and you are invited. All guests are welcome, and no prior choral or music experience is required. more...

Plays & Productions

  • Actor's Express
    887 West Marietta Street, Suite J-107 • Atlanta, GA 30318
    404-875-1606
    A wildly eclectic mix of classic, cutting edge, and original plays is performed by this award-winning theatre company that is boasted as being "the most adventurous producing theatre in Atlanta." more...

  • Alliance Theatre
    1280 Peachtree Street Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30309
    404-733-4650
    Atlanta’s nationally acclaimed Alliance Theatre presents exciting, award-winning, and diverse works throughout the year on its two stages. The Alliance Theatre is a division of the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia, which also includes the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, High Museum of Art, Young Audiences and the 14th Street Playhouse. more...

  • Fox Theatre, The
    660 Peachtree Street • Atlanta, GA 30308
    404-881-2100
    Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this circa 1929 theatre has Moorish, Egyptian, and Art Deco architectural styles and the theatre hosts a wide range of live theatrical and concert performances during the year, as well as a summer movie series and touring acts. more...

  • Horizon Theatre Company
    1083 Ausitn Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30307
    404-523-1477
    Atlanta's contemporary theatre, this professional theatre company brings exciting area and world premieres of outstanding contemporary plays by today's playwrights during their five play mainstage season. The theatre also offers workshops and readings plus hosts the annual New South Play Festival. more...

  • Seven Stages
    1105 Euclid Avenue Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30307
    404-522-0911
    Atlanta's most diverse and adventuresome theater, this theatre presents new plays throughout the year and brings international artists to the city. more...

  • Atlanta Ballet
    1695 Marietta Boulevard Northwest • Atlanta, GA 30308
    404-873-5811
    The longest, continuously operating ballet company in the United States, the Atlanta Ballet performs at the Fox Theatre with normally five productions per year. more...

  • Dad's Garage Theatre
    280 Elizabeth Street, Suite C-101 • Atlanta, GA 30307
    404-523-3141
    A mid-size theatre, Dad's Garage features an outstanding artistic and administrative staff performing original productions as well as 52 weeks a year of Improv shows. more...

  • Jewish Theatre of the South
    5342 Tilly Mill Road • Atlanta, GA 30338
    Located in Dunwoody
    678-812-4000
    Established to produce quality professional Jewish theater, JTS produces regional premieres and seldom-produced plays that originate from a Jewish perspective but will appeal to everyone. Productions take place at the 250 seat theatre at the Zaban Park facility of the Marcus Jewish Community Center. more...

  • Atlanta Lyric Theatre
    2221 Peachtree Road, Northeast, Suite D-655 • Atlanta, GA 30309
    404-377-9948
    A professional company performing light operas and musical theatre at The Ferst Center for the Arts and The Byers Studio Theatre at The Lyric.  more...

  • Schwartz Center for Performing Arts
    1700 North Decatur Road • Atlanta, GA 30322
    404-727-5050
    Through the generosity of Donna and Marvin Schwartz, Emory University's 90,000 square-foot facility, with a concert hall, a dance studio, and a theater lab, will entice and encourage students to development and perform the craft of acting and for visitors to enjoy the art of performance.  more...

  • Synchronicity
    PO Box 6012 • Atlanta, GA 31107
    404-484-8636 or 404-974-3291
    Not your typical theatre company, Synchronicity's cast and crew come together to performance gutsy and professional work on their own terms. A majority of their performances take place at 7 Stages.  more...

  • Santaland Diaries, The
    1083 Austin Avenue Northeast • Atlanta, GA 30312
    404-584-7450
    Revisited by the Horizon Theatre “The Santaland Diaries” is fun for the whole family. Held December.

  • Agatha's - A Taste of Mystery
    161 Peachtree Center Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30303
    404-584-2255 or 404-584-2211
    Agatha's is a comedy murder mystery dinner theater. All shows are original comedy murder mystery plays that take place in the dining room between the courses of the meal. more...

  • 14th Street Playhouse, The
    173 14th Street • Atlanta, GA 30309
    Located in Midtown Atlanta
    404-733-5000
    Woodruff Center's 14th Street Playhouse is a three-theatre complex at the corner of Juniper and 14th Streets. Woodruff Center's 14th Street Playhouse hosts some of the region's most respected small theatre companies: Art Within and Theatre Gael. more...

Art Exhibits

  • Atlanta Contemporary Art Center
    535 Means Street Northwest • Atlanta, GA 30318
    404-688-1970
    The Contemporary is "a multidisciplinary arts center that contributes to Atlanta’s arts scene by exposing the work of local, regional, national, and international artists to the Greater Atlanta community." more...

Arts & Crafts Shows

  • Yellow Daisy Festival
    1000 Robert E. Lee Drive • Stone Mountain, GA 30083
    Stone Mountain Park's Special Events Meadow
    770-498-5690
    "Voted the Nation's #1 Arts & Crafts Show" for several years by Sunshine Artist Magazine, the annual Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park includes more than 500 artists and crafters, daily live entertainment, children's activities, clogging and craft demonstrations and festival food. The Yellow Daisy Festival is held every September. more...

Festivals & Fairs

  • Decatur Beach Party
    Located 7 Miles East in Decatur
    404-371-9583
    Enjoy 60 tons of sand on "Ponce de Leon Beach," live entertainment, beach movies, children's activities, and much more during this annual festival to celebrate summer.

  • Peachtree Road Race
    Lenox Square for the start and Piedmont Park is wh
    404-231-9064
    The Peachtree Road Race is one of the world's largest 10-kilometer races, with some 55,000 runners participating. Held in July, it is a fun, family friendly event and offers a chance to run and make memories. more...

  • Atlanta Horror Fest
    1132 Virginia Ave. Suite #19 • Atlanta, GA 30306
    404-347-3564
    Held in September, Atlanta Horror Fest promotes independent films featuring genres such as horror, sci-fi, gore, thrillers, mysteries, dark comedies, expERIEmentals, drama, animations and more. Fans can enjoy screenings, mingling and so much more. more...

  • Atlanta International Documentary Festival (Docufe
    1132 Virginia Avenue, Suite #19 • Atlanta, GA 30306
    404-347-3564
    Atlanta International Documentary Festival offers fans to screen independent documentaries, get feedback and entertain. Held every September. more...

  • Atlanta Film Festival
    75 Bennett Street NW, Suite N-1 • Atlanta, GA 30309
    404-352-4225
    Atlanta Film Festival, held every march, allows fans to screen movies, ask questions, meet new people and make new memories. more...

  • Atlanta Underground Film Festival
    352 Park Avenue, Suite 2 • Atlanta, GA 30312
    404-520-1820
    Atlanta Underground Film Festival celebrates controversial films that push the envelop and allows for screenings, questions, mingling and parties. Held in Septmember. more...

  • Fiesta Atlanta
    Centennial Olympic Park
    404-350-0200
    Atlanta's largest Hispanic outdoor family festival, Fiesta Atlanta will take place again on Sunday, May 4th, 2008 at Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta. 30,000 people attended the first of what has become Atlanta's annual signature Hispanic event. Fiesta Atlanta takes place on Cinco de Mayo weekend, it is a day long celebration of Latino culture, music, and food. Featuring continuous live performances by national and local artists, vendor booths offering free product samples, arts and crafts, and authentic Latino foods. Held every May. more...

  • HABLA
    103 West • Atlanta, GA 30318
    Buckhead
    404-350-0200
    HABLA is a tribute to Latino business and civic leaders and will highlight the Atlanta Hispanic communities many successes. HABLA will serve as the closing ceremony to Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations in Atlanta. HABLA will highlight the accomplishments of these role models in a multi-media campaign and provide them with the recognition they merit. HABLA is expected to quickly become the leading B2B Hispanic business event in the market. Held every October. more...

  • Harvest Midtown
    Eno and 5th Street
    404-841-8335
    All Inclusive Tickets to the Event Include The Following: • Variety of over 250 wines for tasting - all wines featured at Harvest Midtown are available for sale at Barrelman Wine and Cheese Shop during the event • Food tastings from Intown Atlanta's most popular restaurants • Emerging Artist Show and Market presented by eyedrum • Silent Auction featuring culinary creations, wine-related items and assorted items from Midtown businesses • Live jazz music featuring Joey Sommerville and Rio Negro • Fashion Shows presented by Six Degrees magazine featuring Thread House and Veruca • Live Chef Demos in Bulthaup Showroom VIP Experience Includes the Following: • Veuve Clicquot Champagne and Bocce Ball tournament • Fashion by LUI-B, Italy • Art Show by TEW Galleries • Reserve Level pours by Quality Wine & Spirits, Avant Partir and Empire Distributors • Passed hors d'oeuvres by ENO • The smooth jazz of the Alan and Lita Blake Music Group 2007 restaurant, cheese, beer & wine participants included: • Barrelman Wine and Cheese • Ecco • ENO • Element • Food Studio • French American Brasserie • Hole more...

  • The Black Man Film Festival
    946 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard • Atlanta, GA 30303
    Auburn Avenue Research Library
    404-432- 2194
    The Black Man Film Festival is an annual event held in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The films focus on such issues as male-female relationships, spiritual issues, father-son ties, African men, hip-hop, masculinity, Black political prisoners and domestic violence. In addition to films, we offer workshops, speakers and a health fair. The Festival has been held every since 2002. Held in November. more...

  • ANIMATION ATTACK!
    1132 Virginia Avenue NE #19 • Atlanta, GA 30306
    404-521-6600
    Animation Attack is held in Septmember and celebrates short and feature-length animation for fans to screen and enjoy. more...

  • The 17th Street Art Fair
    Atlantic Station
    404-577-4212
    A nationally juried fine art and fine craft fair with 150 artists, music and outdodor beverage sales. Held in September.

  • Wrfg Labor Day Blues Barbecue
    1083 Austin Avenue, Ne • Atlanta, GA 30307
    404-523-3471
    Annual Fundraiser held in September that included music, food and fun for the whole family. more...

  • 2008 Little 5 Points Halloween Festival And Parade
    1160 Euclid Ave • Atlanta, GA 30307
    Findley Plaza
    404-577-4212
    Live music, street entertainment, outdoor beverage vendors, children's area, Halloween costume contest and a parade. Held every October. more...

  • Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern
    499 Peachtree Street NE • Atlanta, GA 30308
    404-874-5299
    The Shakespeare Tavern is nearing its 20th anniversary on Peachtree Street. And if that weren't enough to make my head spin, they tell me we've made it look easy. Straight out of a shakespeare play, the Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern offers an authentic take on the plays, food and entertainment. more...

  • William Baker Festival Singers Opening Concert
    458 Ponce De Leon Ave • Atlanta, GA 30308
    Grace United Methodist Church
    404-909-8357
    The William Baker Festival Singers, is a select choir specializing in sacred a cappella repertoire and masterworks of chamber music. The Festival Singers were created in 1985, and have chapters in both Atlanta and Kansas City. The Summer Singers of Atlanta, created in 1990, and the Summer Singers of Kansas City, created in 1999, involve hundreds of men, women and youth in performances of major choral works each summer. more...

  • 4TH ANNUAL ATLANTA BLUES FESTIVAL
    395 Piedmont Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30309
    404-523-6275
    Celebrating the blues, the Atlanta Blues Festival, offers music, food, entertainment, family fun and new memories. more...

  • Novello Festival Of Reading
    1345 Piedmont Ave Ne • Atlanta, GA 30309
    404-876-5859
    The October Scarecrow Festival at the Atlanta Botanical Garden is a month-long series of events and activities for kids and families featuring around 50 weird, wonderful and downright scary scarecrows created by local businesses and organisations. Held in October. more...

  • Latin American Film Festival
    1280 Peachtree St. N.E • Atlanta, GA 30309
    Woodruff Arts Center
    404-733-4570
    Featuring recent cinema from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Uruguay. All films are in their original languages with English subtitles. Most films are for mature audiences. Held in June. Come take in a new film with famiy and friends. more...

  • German Bierfest Atlanta Georgia
    530 Means Street, Suite 120 • Atlanta, GA 30318
    678-244-1528
    The only authentic German Bierfest, guests can enjoy German food, kid activiities and music in a family-friendly environment. Held in August.  more...

  • Atlanta Book Festival
    1710 Defoor Avenue • Atlanta, GA 30318
    404-259-4841
    Festival organizers would like to thank everyone who made this great event possible, including the volunteers, attendees, our sponsors - particularly the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and DeKalb Medical - and of course, the authors. We couldn't have put on America's largest independent book festival without your help. Held at the end of august. more...

  • Fort King George Scottish Festival
    2 Mlk Jr. Dr., Suite 1352 East • Atlanta, GA 30334
    404-656-2770
    Fort King George's blockhouse is a duplicate of the original structure. The 40-foot-high gabled building was reconstructed in 1988 using plans in the files of the British Public Records Office in London. Reconstruction of the barracks was completed in 2000. Future plans call for reconstruction of other structures of the fort including the officer's quarters, hospital, blacksmith shop, oven and brewery and additional sentry boxes. Long after the fort was abandoned, sawmills were erected on the site, eliminating traces of fortifications. The "Switzer's map" was drawn on site in 1721 and was found in the file of the British Public Records Office in London. This important piece of archival knowledge has enabled Fort King George's authentic reconstruction. Held every March.  more...

  • Bands of America Regional Championships
    Georgia Dome
    800-848-2263
    The Nation's leading presenter of Musical Events for exceptionally-talented High School Band students, Bands of America Regional Championships is a fun event with the high schools playing and competing in front of friends, family and the schools. Held in October. more...

  • Sweet Auburn Legends, Heroes & Heroines Awards
    Butler Street YMCA
    404-246-2492
    Sweet Auburn's story can not be told too many times. The achievements of the people that built this great street are extraordinary. The purpose of the Awards & Recognition Lunch is to pay Tribute to the men and women that manifest the Spirit of Sweet Auburn in their service, commitment and dedication to their fellowman. It is also an occasion for the Spirit of Sweet Auburn to recognize the many dedicated people who contribute of their time, effort and resources to make the Sweet Auburn Springfest the "Grandest Festival of the Year on the Greatest Street on the Planet." These include the Sponsors, Volunteers, Vendors and Staff. The Luncheon also provides an opportunity to give an overview and update of development plans for the Historical District. The State of Sweet Auburn. For Sponsorship Opportunities, contact Elaina Jorge at 404-274-8812. Vendors, please contact Charles Johnson at 404-886-4469. Held in May.

  • The Great Miller Lite Chili Cook-Off
    Stone Moutain Park
    678-309-4285
    The Great Miller Lite Chili Cook-Off, held in September, is full of chili, fun, entertainment and more. Proceeds go to support Camp Twin Lakes. Held in Septmember. more...

  • Tutankhamun - Golden King and the Great Pharaohs
    Atlanta Civic Center
    206-240-0649
    Experience The World of King Tut! Since the discovery of his tomb in 1922, Tutankhamun has captured the hearts of people around the world. Buried with him were treasures beyond the imagination, a tomb holding the most magnificent treasures of the Golden Age of the Pharaohs and giving us a glittering glimpse into the past. It has been almost 30 years since the golden artifacts of the boy-king last left their home in Egypt. In the 1970's, the unprecedented King Tut exhibit fascinated millions of visitors with the marvelous treasures of King Tut's tomb, setting attendance records worldwide. Now Tutankhamun's treasures are back, giving a new generation the chance to learn firsthand about the life and magic of this ancient monarch. more...

  • Zooma Half Marathon and 5K--Atlanta
    Atlanta Station
    709-349-5335
    Purpose is to promote women's and girls' health and fitness by encouraging them to participate in a challenging and fun running event -- Pampering amenities and exciting entertainment with a "girls' weekend" atmosphere: Imagine a powerful sea of "women moving rapidly" --encouraging fellow runners and celebrating personal running triumphs. Picture a post-race party and expo all wrapped up in one memorable "after-party expo" where these strong goal-oriented women come together for well-deserved partying and pampering. This is ZOOMA Women's Race Series. CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty by empowering women to create positive social change in the communities where they live. At least $3 of each entry fee goes directly to CARE and to empower the women CARE serves. [ ZOOMA welcomes both men and women to participate in all ZOOMA events] Held every April. more...

  • Atlanta Jazz Festival
    675 Ponce de Leon • Atlanta, GA 30308
    404-817-6818
    The City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs Music Festival Program produces the Atlanta Jazz Festival, The Montreux Music Festival Atlanta and the Soulful Sounds of the Summer Concert Series. Each of these events provided the citizens and visitors to Atlanta an international cultural experience through music. The mission of these programs is to promote rich and diverse cultural experiences in the City of Atlanta while preserving and protecting the city's cultural heritage. Held in May. more...

  • National Black Arts Festival
    730 Peachtree Street • Atlanta, GA 30308
    Held at Various Locations
    404-730-7315
    The National Black Arts Festival is a non-profit cultural institution which "celebrates the contributions of people of African descent and their impact on world cultures." This annual 10-day summer festival held each July celebrates the art and artist of the African Diaspora.  more...

  • Taste of Atlanta
    Atlantic Station
    404-875-4434
    Weekend outdoor food festival in Atlantic Station, Midtown Atlanta. Taste of Atlanta is the event for Atlanta food lovers. In one weekend, in the streets of Atlantic Station, Taste of Atlanta brings together the incredible energy and diversity of the city's food scene. From hot new restaurants to time-tested favorites, from world cuisine to eateries that are off the beaten path, Taste of Atlanta encourages food lovers to explore the best the city has to offer. Patrons will enjoy generous tastes from over 70 restaurants, cooking demonstrations by local and national celebrity chefs, sample the next big trends in good eating, live entertainment and enjoy a wine experience. Held every October. more...

  • Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (Umff)
    1353 Riverstone Pkwy, PMB 315, Suite 120 • Atlanta, GA 30302
    404-460-2793
    Movie buffs will love the Urban Mediamakers Film Festival. Held every October, guests can enjoy new indepenent films, mingle, enjoy script readings, panels and a brunch. more...

  • Atlanta Parent Magazine's Family Block Party
    Mercer University-Atlanta Campus
    678-222-1911
    Atlanta Parent Magazine hosts its Family Block Party on Mercer University's Atlanta Campus. Keep your kids busy all day with more than 50 hands-on activities. Kids bounce themselves silly from moonwalk to moonwalk, explore limos and trucks, make crafts, masks, and more. There will be plenty of treats from cotton candy to delicious ice cream. Performance stages will be buzzing with puppet shows, music, continuous storytelling and more. Held in October. more...

  • Atlanta Marathon and Atlanta Half Marathon
    downtown Atlanta • Atlanta, GA 30305
    Downtown
    404-231-9064
    The Atlanta Marathon is the oldest of its kind in the South, and among the ten oldest in the United States. Both marathon and half marathon courses loop through downtown Atlanta along Peachtree Street and past landmark buildings and scenery. It's now the 2nd Largest Race in Atlanta. Held in October. more...

  • Sweet Auburn Springfest
    236 Auburn Ave, Suite 201 • Atlanta, GA 30303
    678-886-0319
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  • Sweet Auburn Heritage Festival
    Auburn Avenue
    770-912-7221
    Fun for the whole family, the Sweet Auburn Heritage Festival offers entertainment, music food and more. Held in the historic Sweet Auburn District of downtown Atlanta in November. more...

  • Christmas Atlanta Festival Concert
    458 Ponce De Leon Ave • Atlanta, GA 30308
    Grace United Methodist Church
    404-909-8357
    William Baker Festival Singers, Northside Festival Singers, Northside Young Singers, Voices of Grace and organist Sue Goddard join with the Christmas Atlanta Festival Brass and professional orchestra to benefit the Youth Music Scholarship fund. Combines traditional hymns with classic carols culminating in a grand performance of the "Hallelujah Chorus." Held in December. more...

  • Martin Luther King March & Rally
    MLK National Park / Auburn Avenue
    404-614-3233
    Held every January in honor of the late Martin Luther King with a march and rally with vendors and more. more...

  • Atlanta Cask Ale Tasting
    2323 Defoor Hills Rd. Nw • Atlanta, GA 30318
    404-881-0300
    Welcome to the homepage for the North Carolina Watermelon Festival! We are so excited that you decided to stop by. Please feel free to browse through our website and view the interesting information that we have provided for your convenience. Held in January. more...

  • Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
    261 19th St • Atlanta, GA 30363
    Regal Cinemas Atlantic Station
    404-806-9913
    More than 45 international films on Jewish life, culture and history. Also, talks with filmmakers, actors, academics. Venues vary. Great for the whole family, the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival gives people a chance to embrace there heritage, learn, enjoy good fims and have have fun. more...

  • Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival
    1083 Austin Ave • Atlanta, GA 30307
    404-299-3686
    In early February we have the annual Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival, a 3-day extravaganza featuring the finest jugglers in the Southeast, and often in the country. Admission is free to the public, with juggling shows at 2 pm and 11 pm on Saturday. Jugglers pay $15 for the weekend, mostly to help us pay for the gym. The link below has a page with all the details of the upcoming festival. more...

  • A-Town Day
    Turner Field (Braves Stadium)
    04-919-0670
    A FESTIVAL, CONCERT, AND DAY OF AWARENESS! Fun for the whole family with a day full of entertainment, fun, food and music. Designed to connect the health care, entertainment and community, A-Town Day brings awareness in a fun way. Held in March. more...

  • Georgia Renaissance Festival [Monday, Apr. 15, 2013]
    Located 8 Miles South of Hartsfield-Jackson
    770-964-8575
    Saturdays and Sundays from April 15 to June 4, feast your eyes on a re-creation of a 15th Century European Country Faire. Here you can shop, eat, and see nearly 1,000 colorfully costumed characters, Tudor homes, and cottages. Ten stages of music and comedy shows, jousting, demonstrations of weaving, coin minting, spinning, sculpting, glass blowing, and leather crafting, games, and rides are just some of the activities that are available. more...

  • Dogwood Festival
    Located in Piedmont Park
    404-329-0501
    This three day celebration of arts and entertainment includes an artist market, a kid's village, delicious food, live music and entertainment, a rock climbing wall, and much more for the whole family to enjoy. Held in April. more...

  • Atlanta Dogwood Festival
    887 West Marietta Street, Studio S-105 • Atlanta, GA 30318
    404-817-6642
    Held in April, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival has something for everyone. Art, sculpture, paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, a kids villiage, face painting, 24-foot rock-climbing wall, prizes, food, entertainment and more. more...

  • Atlanta Dogwood Festival
    Piedmont Park, Atlanta
    404-817-0000
    An Atlanta tradition, the non-profit Atlanta Dogwood festival provides an annual springtime celebration of arts and entertainment in Piedmont Park. Great fun for the whole family and features artists, vendors and music. more...

Sporting Events

  • Lanier National Speedway
    One Raceway Drive • Atlanta, GA 30517
    Located in Braselton
    770-527-2458
    NASCAR-sanctioned stock car racing on a 3/8 mile track is held every Saturday night at this speedway from March through October. more...

  • Atlanta Braves Baseball
    775 Hank Aaron Drive • Atlanta, GA 30303
    404-522-7630
    Visit the home of this Major League baseball team and enjoy family style games from April to October. Be sure to check out Scout's Alley which features games, food, and music while at this stadium. more...

  • Georgia Dome
    One Georgia Dome Drive • Atlanta, GA 30313
    404-223-INFO
    The largest, cable supported dome stadium in the world, this stadium is home of the Atlanta Falcons and a wide variety of premier sporting events including the Peach Bowl and SEC football is hosted here throughout the year. more...

  • Atlanta Hawks
    101 Marietta Street Northwest, Suite 1900 • Atlanta, GA 30303
    404-878-3000
    Enjoy exciting, professional NBA basketball games by this team that hosts a wide number of home games from October to April. more...

  • Atlanta Thrashers
    1 phillips Drive • Atlanta, GA 30303
    404-878-3000
    This professional NHL hockey team provides fast paced and hard hitting hockey games from September to April. more...

  • Georgia Games Championships
    Various Locations throughout the Metro Area
    770-528-3580
    The state's largest multi-sport festival, this ten day sporting event features 55 sports ranging from archery to weightlifting with gold, silver, and bronze medals awarded to the first three places in specified categories and divisions within each sport. more...

  • Summit Racing NHRA Southern Nationals
    500 East Ridgeway Road • Atlanta, GA 30529
    Atlanta Dragway
    404-249-6400
    During this four day racing event, celebrating its 25th consecutive year at Atlanta Dragway, enjoy exciting drag racing, pro stock motorcycle racing, super stock racing, and much more. more...

  • Atlanta Falcons
    4400 Falcon Parkway • Atlanta, GA 30542
    Located in Flowery Branch
    770-965-3115 or 404-223-8444
    This professional National League Football team plays hard hitting, exciting, and action packed home games from September to January. more...

Parades

  • St. Patrick's Parade
    P.O. Box 566814 • Atlanta, GA 30308
    Held in Downtown Atlanta
    678-754-5834
    The 2009 Atlanta St. Patrick's Parade will have over 200 units, including floats, bands of every kind, military units, bagpipe and drum corps, Irish dancers, clowns, high-tech firefighting equipment, police units, drill teams, dogs, horses, antique cars, dignitaries from Ireland, Government leaders and much more. The Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Parade begins at 12:00 p.m. Held every March. more...

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