Beach volleyball, Tiny Doors and more August events at Atlantic Station

Summer is almost over, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end!

Atlantic Station has a year-round calendar of family-friendly activities and events. So there’s plenty to look forward to in August, whether you want to see a movie under the stars or learn about Nigerian culture without leaving town.

Check out the full calendar of events for August below:

AVP Atlanta Open Beach Volleyball Tournament

When: Friday, Aug. 5 through Sunday, Aug. 7

If you’re a fan of beach volleyball, then you don’t want to miss out on the AVP Atlanta Open! This event is back at Atlantic Station and will host day and night sessions on multiple courts as players compete in the Gold Series. Additionally, while watching the action, fans can purchase food and beverages. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit atlanticstation.com.

Tot Spot

When: Tuesday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. - noon

If you have your hands full with kids who love storytime, bring them to Atlantic Station for this month’s Tot Spot Storybook Day, featuring exciting story times, giant bubbles, free giveaways and more.

Tot Spot is a free event for children aged five and under, but all are welcome, so bring your friends and family along! All Tot Spot attendees will receive a special Tot Spot A-Card that can be used for discounts at select restaurants and retailers around town. Tot Spot will be held on the second Tuesday of every month until October. For more information, visit atlanticstation.com.

Screen on the Green

When: Thursday, Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.

Take your family to the movies for free!

As the summer winds down, Screen on the Green is showing “Back to the Future” this month at Atlantic Station’s jumbotron on Atlantic Green. The movie will start at 7 p.m. Don’t forget blankets, chairs and your favorite movie snacks! For more information, visit atlanticstation.com.

A Taste of Nigeria

When: Saturday, Aug. 13, from noon to 7 p.m.

This one-day event honors Nigerian culture through food, music, dance, fashion, art and history. While dancing to the upbeat music, sample some delicious Nigerian delicacies. There will also be a fashion show featuring Nigerian clothing. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit atlanticstation.com.

ATL Tiny Doors Open Studio

When: Saturday, Aug. 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Meet Karen Anderson Singer of Tiny Doors ATL, Atlantic Station’s artist-in-residence, when she opens her studio for a behind-the-scenes look at how her public art is created. View Tiny Doors before they debut in public, shop the store and take a look at the retired door gallery. Every third Saturday of the month, the studio will be open. For more information, visit atlanticstation.com.

Maker’s Market

When: Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 7 p.m.