Things to do in Atlanta this week | Jan. 25-31

Tuesday, Jan. 26

"Space" at Center for Puppetry Arts | Tuesday hours: 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
$20.50
1404 Spring St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
puppet.org

Catch the out-of-this-world show written and directed by Jon Ludwig at the Mainstage Theater. Join an alien rock-n-roll band as you blast off for a journey of exploration to learn about planets, stars, meteors and more. This fun-filled adventure makes for a perfect family trip to the Center for Puppetry Arts.

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Opening Day at Cobb Energy Centre | Opening day: 7:30 p.m.
$18
2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339
ajff.org

Seventy-seven movies exploring the Jewish experince, culture and history are being screened around the city through Feb. 17 at seven metro theaters, including Ge0rgia Theatre Company, Merchants Walk, Regal Avalon 12, Regal Cinemas Atlantic Station, SCADShow and more. On opening day, come watch "Remember" as Academy Award-winner Christopher Plummer plays a dementia-stricken Holocaust survivor at Cobb Energy Centre. Check to see what's playing every day on the event website.

Wednesday, Jan. 27

Cobb's Got Talent at Theatre in the Square | 7:30 p.m.
$5 for non-performers
11 Whitlock Ave., Marietta, GA 30064
theatreinthesquare.net

Come watch finalists perform at this local talent show. Each week, the top finalist moves onto the next show to ultimately make it to the finals in February, where celebrity judges will name the top three contestants to take home cash prizes.

"Disgraced" at Alliance Theatre Company, Woodruff Arts Center | 7:30 p.m.
$20-$45
1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
alliancetheatre.org

The play tells the story of a complicated American identity featuring a character named Amir Kapoor, a successful lawyer climbing the corporate ladder while slowly losing his Muslim roots. "Disgraced" was winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Tony Award nominee for Best Play and is currently in the works to become an HBO movie.

Atlanta Hawks vs. Los Angeles Clippers at Philips Arena | 8 p.m.
Tickets from $25
1 Philips Dr Atlanta, GA 30303
ticketmaster.com

Cheer on your Atlanta Hawks with a drink or dish in hand as the team faces the visiting Los Angeles Clippers this Wednesday.

Thursday, Jan. 28

"Wit" at Aurora Theatre | 8 p.m.
$44-$50
128 E Pike Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
auroratheatre.com

Directed by Tlaloc Rivas, Atlanta's Margaret Edson's 1999 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, "Wit," chronicles the life of a cancer patient who undergoes an experimental treatment. Don't miss your chance to see the American classic live.

Friday, Jan. 29

"I Hate Hamlet" at Stage Door Players, North DeKalb Cultural Arts Center | 8 p.m.
$15-$30; Call box office at 770-396-1726
5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338
stagedoorplayers.net

Here's the story: A young, successful actor moves to New York and rents a big apartment. Eventually, he gets the opportunity to play Hamlet, but he hates Hamlet. When John Barrymore's intoxicated ghost arrives, however, things get a little more complicated. Laugh as you watch the two duel over women, art, the apartment and more in this play by Paul Rudnick.

Saturday, Jan. 30

Atlanta Braves FanFest at Turner Field | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Free
755 Hank Aaron Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30315
braves.com/fanfest

Come out and celebrate the Atlanta Braves' final season at Turner Field and bring your fellow fans along. FanFest will feature autograph sessions, concessions, photo stations, tours and more.

Atlanta Winter Beer Fest at The Masquerade | 1-5 p.m. and 7-11 p.m.
$45-$55 per session
695 North Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308
atlantawinterbeerfest.com

Listen up beer nerds, this one's for you. The 6th Atlanta Winter Beer Fest is finally here. The event features live music, more than 150 beers, including selections from Atlanta and Georgia breweries, ciders and a small selection of wines. This 21 and up event has sold out five years in a row, so claim your spot soon.

Battle of the Bands at the Georgia Dome | 3 p.m.
Tickets from $10
One Georgia Dome Drive, Atlanta, GA 30313
hondabattleofthebands.com

Come out and support the excellent marching bands from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The event features musical performances from the eight bands chosen to advance to the showcase. Honda annually awards more than $200,000 in grants to the participating marching bands.

Sunday, Jan. 31

"Trains, Trains, Trains" at Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History | 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
$7.50; $6.50 for senior citizens; $5.50 ages 4-12 and free for ages 3 and under
2929 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw, GA 30144
southernmuseum.org

It's your last day to check out the museum's sixth annual installment of "Trains, Trains, Trains." The railroad-themed event features new and expanded model train layouts, more family activities, an enlarged gift shop, an expanded General Emporium and more.