Whether you’re a foodie or a rap fan, this weekend has the potential to be awesome.
There’s always fun things going on in metro Atlanta, but the events that are taking place this week are perfect for some last-minute summer fun.
Here are our top picks for things to do in Atlanta this weekend:
Go to the beach
Whether you’re a parent looking to keep your kids entertained this summer, someone who is in need of a solo trip, or a person who wants to get away with their closest friends or significant other, taking a road trip is a fun, inexpensive way to leave your day-to-day troubles behind.
Instead of heading to Hilton Head for your getaway, try something new. Visit a new beach with the help of our list of "10 often-overlooked beaches near Atlanta." All of our suggestions are between five to seven hours by car.
Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Gates and Jhene Aiko
Head to Lakewood Amphitheatre for a lit concert with hip-hop acts Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Gates and singer Jhene Aiko. If you’re looking to sit on the lawn and enjoy an energetic show this month, this is definitely one to attend.
If You Go: 7 p.m. July 22. $28-$70.75. Lakewood Amphitheatre, 2002 Lakewood Ave., Atlanta. Lakewoodamphitheater.com.
Gucci Mane
The wait is over, Atlanta. Gucci Mane didn't make fans wait long at all before getting back into the music business after being released from prison in May. Now, the rapper will partake in an official homecoming concert at the Fox Theatre on July 22. "Gucci & Friends" will feature a surprise "star-studded" lineup.
If You Go: 8 p.m. July 22. $41.50 - $359.00. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St., Atlanta. Foxtheatre.org.
More than 35 downtown restaurants will offer prix-fixe menus for $15, $25 and/or $35 starting July 23 through the end of the month. JP Atlanta, Legal Sea Foods, Fire of Brazil, No Mas! Cantina, McCormick & Schmidt's are among the list of participating restaurants this year.
You won't be able to hear after the 5 Seconds of Summer concert, but if you're a young music fan you can't miss this show. The Australian band has several hit songs such as "She's Kinda Hot" and "She Looks So Perfect" that are perfect for a concert singalong.
If You Go: 7:30 p.m. July 24. $25-$79.95. Lakewood Amphitheatre, 2002 Lakewood Ave., Atlanta. Lakewoodamphitheater.com.
