5 of the best things you can do in Atlanta this weekend
The weekend is here again, and if you’ve just about had it with the summer heat, you are in luck. This week, all of our five must-do events are happening in the great indoors. From a gaming convention to jazz night, check out these five events to beat the heat:
Enjoy games galore at the Southern-Fried Gaming Expo
This weekend, the Southern-Fried Gaming Expo will bring together thousands of gaming fans across two locations for a celebration of all things gaming-related. Attendees can expect tons of great programming and special appearances by various guests including, Tim Kitzrow (the iconic voice of NBA Jam) and ZapCristal (better known as Zap on YouTube).
Locations: Cobb - 2450 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339, 2 Galleria Pkwy SE, Atlanta, GA 30339; Date: Friday, July 15 through Sunday, July 17; Admission: From $15; Website: gameatl.com.
Get down with jazz Friday night at The High
This Friday, head to the High Museum for a night of live jazz featuring Sabor! Brass Band and KT Collaborative. Enjoy light food fare and drinks while exploring the museum or taking part in a docent tour and learning more about the works on view.
Location: Midtown - 1280 Peachtree St NE; Time: 6-10 p.m.; Date: Friday, July 15; Admission: Free for members, $25 for non-members; Website: high.org.
Support an Atlanta-based artist
On Saturday at Ambient+Studio, artist Amber Nicole will present her first solo exhibition, “My Hair Speaks Volumes.” Amber Nicole creates 3D artwork as an artistic representation of the beauty in Black women’s natural hair using records, flowers and crystals.
Location: Downtown - 585 Wells St SW; Time: 5-9 p.m.; Date: Saturday, July 16; Admission: $15; Website: eventbrite.com.
See behind the scenes of Tiny Doors ATL
Meet Tiny Doors ATL artist Karen Anderson Singer and check out her studio on the third Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See works in progress, shop exclusive Tiny Doors merch and view the retired door gallery!
Location: Midtown - 1380 Atlantic Dr NW Suite 14100; Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Date: Saturday, July 16; Admission: Free; Website: atlanticstation.com.
Treat yourself on National Ice Cream Day
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday by enjoying a sweet treat from a nearby ice cream shop. We recently updated our roundup of Atlanta’s best ice cream shops, so find one near you and prepare to cool off!
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