Four things to do around Atlanta this weekend, Mar. 5 & 6:

1. FEATURED
If you're in the mood for a party, then you'll want to put on your most extravagant outfit that channels the wild kingdom for Purim on Ponce. Tickets start at $75 and benefits Sojourn. [The weekend has a few more tricks up her sleeve. Your plans start here.]

2. FREE & CHEAP
You know what's free? Your dog's happiness when he/she gets to accompany you to your favorite restaurant. Here are eight Fido-friendly restaurants around Atlanta. [Continue the canine adventure and let them run free at one of these Atlanta dog parks.]

3. FOOD
It's the weekend, and that means brunch is on. Chances are you haven't discovered these four new places serving up the best brunch has to offer. [If you specifically require chicken and waffles to start off the day, then you won't want to miss our top six picks.]

4. FAMILY-FRIENDLY
Fun is impossible not to have when watching the Harlem Globetrotters. Enjoy their 90th anniversary world tour at the Philips Arena with a star-studded roster performing the best in basketball artistry. [It can only get better if you score your little one a free meal after watching all of that b-ball.]

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Lt. Gov. Burt Jones — pictured at an August rally in Peachtree City that also featured Vice President JD Vance — appears to have scored another legal victory over gubernatorial rival Attorney General Chris Carr in their battle over campaign finance issues. (Arvin Temkar/AJC 2025)

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