atlanta
weekend guide
THings to do in atlanta this weekend:
June 8, 2023
Art & comedy
- Boz Scaggs & Keb’ Mo’ Saturday at 8am at The Fox Theatre
- UPS Second Sunday – High Museum of Art High Museum of Art offers free admission on the second Sunday of each month, making breathtaking art accessible to all. The whole family can enjoy special exhibits, art-making workshops and performances. June 11th.
- The Atlanta Fringe Festival occurs at various venues through Sunday. Enjoy live improv, comedy, theater, puppetry, storytelling, circus arts and more by indie artists from across the world. The 2023 festival takes place over one jam-packed week in venues throughout Little Five Points, East Atlanta Village and Old Fourth Ward.
- “Water for Elephants” is showing at the Alliance Theatre through July 9.
- “For Peace I Rise,” the musical love story of civil rights activists C.T. and Octavia Geans Vivian, is playing at the Rialto Center for the Arts through June 18.
- The Atlanta Opera (who we are honored to have as a Mint Mobile Detail member!) presents the 96-Hour Opera Project at the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center at Morehouse College this weekend. Featuring melodies and performances of composers and librettists from across the country, this event is your chance to enjoy their 10-minute operas.
- On Tuesdays, Buteco at EAV’s Southern Feed Store hosts an entertaining Open Mic night with comedy, music, poetry and more! Every Tuesday (June 6, 13, 20 and 27); at 8 p.m.
- As the weather warms up, be sure yo check out some of these Summer Concerts:
- Summer Soul-stice music series on Saturdays at Chattahoochee Food Works
- Live musical performances in The Colony Square Plaza every Friday from April to October
- Enjoy the enchanting Music in the Garden series at Woodlands Garden in Decatur, featuring free performances in the screened-in pavilion on select Sundays.
- Jazzy Sundays in the Parks: Discovery Green – Free concert series celebrating the legacy of jazz.
- Peachtree Corners Summer concert series
- Sunday Weekend Wind Down Concert Series in Avondale Estates
More fun things!
- Experience the 38th annual Virginia-Highland Summerfest, a vibrant celebration of art, music, and community in Atlanta’s picturesque Virginia-Highland neighborhood. Enjoy an artist market, crafts, live music, children’s activities, delicious food and more. June 10th.
- Reynoldstown Movie Night & Fundraiser for Neighbor in Need – Friday at 7:30 PM
- A Taste of Grove Park – Saturday 7PM-9:30PM.
- Experience the lively Sundown Social in Sandy Springs, a neighborhood gathering with live music, great food and signature cocktails. Don’t miss out on the exciting calendar of themed events and entertainment each week. Select Thursdays (June 15, 22 and 29) at 5:30 p.m.
- Midnight Market – A late night foodie event at Atlantic Station – Friday 6PM-Midnight
- Black Joy Summer Kickoff at Ponce City Market – Friday 4 PM-7 PM
- Fernbank After Dark: Brews & Bootlegging – Friday 7-11 PM
- Be sure to check out some of the FREE Summer Movies Outdoors like:
- Movies On The Square at Colony Square
- Pics in the Park – Pernoshal Park in Dunwoody
- Movies on the Lawn in Uptown Atlanta
- Screen on the Green at Atlantic Station
- Town Green in Peachtree Corners Flicks on the Green
- Town Brookhaven Movies on the Town
- Alive in Roswell is a free, family-friendly monthly festival with music, food trucks, vendors and more held every third Thursday from April to October on Historic Canton Street. Thursday, June 15 from 5 – 9 p.m.
- Want to get out of the city this weekend? Try scenic hiking trails, the shores of Lake Lanier, the idyllic grounds of Callaway Gardens or the serene beauty of Serenbe.
- The Museum of Illusions is open at Atlantic Station.
- The Farmer’s Markets are back. For example, check out VaHi’s farmer’s market, Grant Park’s (Sun), East Point’s (Sat), Castleberry Hill (Sun), Okahurst’s (Sat), EAV market (Thursdays), Avondale Estates (Sunday) or Piedmont Park’s (Sat) Farmer’s Markets!
- Midtown Atlanta Food and Cocktail Tour – Multiple days until 12/31/2023
For the family:
- Take the family strawberry picking!
- Dino Safari A Walk Thru Adventure 6/1/23 – 9/4/23 at North Point Mall
- Immersive Disney Animation is an innovative celebration that takes you inside the greatest films of Walt Disney Animation Studios, from their very earliest, groundbreaking features to the beloved hit movies of today from 5/4/23 to 9/30/23.
- Join the fun at Tot Spot, an event for kids ages 5 and under, with snacks, crafts, sing-alongs and an underwater adventure hosted by The Little Mermaid’s Ariel. atlanticstation.com/tot-spot; Tuesday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to noon
- “Shaun the Sheep: Flock this Way” opens Saturday at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta and runs through Sept. 4.
- Saturday at 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM Craft Time for Kids East Atlanta Library
- Opening Saturday and running through Sept. 4 at Fernbank Museum of Natural History, “Survival of the Slowest” is all about slow-moving animals.
- Fernbank Museum of Natural History opens an outdoor exhibit, “Flora, Fauna & Flight”. The exhibit runs through Aug. 27.
- Illuminarium has launched a new addition to its SPACE spectacle, an interactive James Webb Space Telescope Experience
Sports, fitness & outdoors:
- Atlanta United welcomes D.C. United to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
- The Atlanta Dream plays at home twice this weekend. The Dream takes on New York Liberty at Gateway Center Arena on Friday at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, the Dream welcomes the Connecticut Sun to Gateway Center Arena for a 4 p.m. tip off.
- The Atlanta Braves and the Washington Nationals play three games at Truist Park this weekend.
- Find the action at Silverbacks Park on Saturday when Rugby ATL welcomes the New York Ironworkers. Game time: 8 p.m.
- Cheer on the Atlanta Braves from the comfort of Midtown’s Living Room! In partnership with Bally Sports, Colony Square will be showing select Braves games on The Plaza big screen.
- Check out ongoing Free Fitness programs for all ages and fitness levels with a variety of exercise classes open to everyone in park location throughout the City of Atlanta including:
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- Free Yoga Classes in Woodruff Park Saturdays from 10AM-11AM.
- King of Pops Yoga at Historic Fourth Ward Skate Park – Sat May 27th, June 10th, June 24th and more!
- Yoga at The Plaza. Enjoy a yoga experience outdoors every Wednesday from April to October.
- On non-game days, there’s free yoga at The Battery Atlanta every Monday evening, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required and free parking is available.
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- Soccer Scrimmage Sundays (Coed) at Peidmont Park – Multiple Dates at 11 AM
- Take a Hike at a local nature center.
- Cheer on ATL UTD somewhere local. Full schedule here.
- Atlanta Botanical Gardens is hosting the exhibit, “Trolls: Save the Humans” by Thomas Dambo through Sept.
Plan ahead for these Coming soon events:
Next Weekend:
- Experience Atlanta’s Juneteenth Parade and Festival, a celebration of freedom and unity featuring live music, cultural activities, delectable cuisine, and a vibrant parade. Friday, June 16 – Sunday, June 18.
- Celebrate Juneteenth at historic Oakland Cemetery with a family-friendly event featuring live music, food vendors, children’s storytelling, tours, a vendor market and more. Join in honoring the significance of Juneteenth and the achievements and economic reconstruction of the African American community. Saturday, June 17 from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Celebrate Juneteenth at the Atlanta History Center with live music, food, storytelling, interactive crafts and workshops on Black genealogy and preserving family artifacts.
- Celebrate Father’s Day at the College Football Hall of Fame with complimentary admission for dads (with one paid ticket) and a chance to win a $25 gift card to The Home Depot for the first 100 dads. Enjoy interactive fun on the indoor football field and create lasting memories with your dad.
- The Great Georgia Balloon Festival at the Atlanta Motor Speedway – June 16th and 17th.
- The Summer Solstice marks a time of celebration, of honoring the light, and our connection to the sun + the earth. Colony Square will welcome the sunrise on Friday, June 16th from 6:00am to 7:30am.
And Beyond:
- Taste On The Square on June 22, 2023 from 7PM – 10PM at The Plaza
- Don’t forget to grab your Kirkwood Wine Stroll Tickets before the prices go up or tickets sell out!
- Join the Pride Party at Chattahoochee Food Works for a celebration filled with live entertainment, delicious food and a chance to win the “Best Pride Fit” title by showcasing your best rainbow-themed attire. Saturday, June 24 from 5 – 10 p.m.
- The countdown is on until Drake and 21 Savage take the State Farm Arena stage on Saturday, July 1, and Sunday, July 2. Check out more concerts coming to Atlanta this summer including the one and only Beyonce in August.
Family Events Coming Soon:
- Summer Break Art Truck – Chattahoochee Food Works – Kids can unleash their artistic flair at this Summer Break Art Truck event, hosted by Brella Studio, by painting their own masterpieces on the art truck or enjoying engaging arts and crafts activities inside, suitable for all ages with eco-friendly materials. Wednesday, June 21 – Friday, June 23 at Noon
- Celebrate Father’s Day at Family Food Fest Atlanta, a multicultural charity fundraiser and food-tasting event that brings families together to enjoy a wide array of delicious dishes. Sunday, June 18 from 3 – 6 p.m
- CoComelon Party Time – Step into the vibrant world of CoComelon with an immersive experience designed for little kids. Friday, June 16 – Sunday, June 25.
- Embark on an intergalactic learning experience with Captain Healthy and Safety Dog in this puppet show for kids ages 4–1. Wednesday, June 14 – Sunday, July 2
Ongoing:
- Food and Street Art Tour of the Atlanta BeltLine – Every Saturday until 11/18/2023
- Enjoy family-friendly events at Colony Square on the last Tuesday of the month from April to October.
- Through October, start your month off with lots of laughs from The Punchline Comedy featuring live comedy acts, drinks specials, and more! The performances occur on the first Monday of the month, last about 90 minutes, and are recommended for ages 13 and older.
