Now that the Super Bowl's over, you may find yourself looking for something do in metro Atlanta this weekend. From early Valentine's Day events for families to a family hike, there's plenty to do in Cobb, DeKalb, North Fulton and Gwinnett.
Check out the following 16 fun, family-friendly things to do in Atlanta this weekend:
Cobb
"I Love You Because." Dates include 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8. $25 and up. Lyric Studio on the Square (formerly The Alley Stage), 12 Powder Springs St., Marietta. 678-664-9343. https://mariettatheatre.com/.
Marietta Theatre Company presents a modern take on "Pride and Prejudice," complete with feel-good music and romantic suspense.
Dancing with the Stars of Marietta. 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. $20 and up. The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square, Marietta. http://georgiametrodance.org/.
Watch Marietta's version of "Dancing with the Stars" as five teams of local celebrities compete for the coveted mirror ball trophy. Proceeds from the event benefit the Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre.
Valentine's Day Dance Party. 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. $15 per person. Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Drive, Kennesaw. 770-422-9714. https://www.kennesaw-ga.gov/event/valentines-dance-party-2/.
At this family-friendly Valentine's party, all adults must be accompanied by a child and vice versa. A professional DJ will play tunes so you can dance, and you'll also be treated to an all-you-can-eat dinner and dessert bar and character entertainment.
Daddy-Daughter Dance. 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. $25 for residents, $35 for non-residents, additional daughter fees are $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Smyrna Community Center, 200 Village Green Circle SE, Smyrna. 678-631-5540. https://www.smyrnaga.gov/.
A Candy Land-themed daddy-daughter dance is a good chance to spend quality time together as you enjoy a DJ, crafts, photo booth, snacks and more.
DeKalb
Decatur Library Book Sale. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. 215 Sycamore St., Decatur. 404-370-3070. https://www.facebook.com/FriendDecaturLibrary/.
Head inside the Decatur Library to the ground floor, where you can browse through thousands of books at bargain prices. All proceeds benefit the library's programs and collections.
DeKalb School of the Arts: Triumphant Women Winter Dance Concert. 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10. $4 for DSA students, $6 for other students, $12 for adults. Kyle Theater, 1192 Clarendon Ave., Avondale Estates. 678-676-2502. https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4066090.
Celebrate the work of women choreographers at this year's DeKalb School of the Arts dance concert. Works include "The Firebird," "Negro Spirituals," "Fellowship" and "Conga Blue."
The With or Without You 5K and the Love Bug 1K. 5 p.m. 1K and 5:30 p.m. 5K. Saturday, Feb. 9. $20 and up. Brook Run Park, 4770 N. Peachtree Road, Dunwoody. https://www.active.com.
Run in the 5K as a single or as a couple (with a spouse, significant other, child, etc.), with the little ones trying the 1K. You can even renew your vows with an ordained minister onsite. All participants get a box of chocolates, shirt and medal, and the 5K is an official AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
Yoga on the Farm. 2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8. $10 donation. Donaldson-Bannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody. https://dunwoodypreservationtrust.org/.
Head to the farm to take a yoga class taught by certified instructor Geri Magee. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing.
North Fulton
Family Night Hike and Campfire. 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. $12 general public, $10 Chattahoochee Nature Center members. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055 for advance mandatory. https://www.chattnaturecenter.org/.
Explore the Nature Center's woods in the dark as you gaze up as the stars. You can also gather 'round the campfire and roast marshmallows.
Super Museum Sunday – Southern Trilogy Historic House Museum Tours. 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10. Free. Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation in Roswell. https://www.roswellgov.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/9002/2118.
Experience the history of Georgia and Roswell with the family for free as you take self-guided tours of the Southern Trilogy Homes – Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation.
Credit: From Olivia's Dollhouse Tearoom's Facebook page
Credit: From Olivia's Dollhouse Tearoom's Facebook page
Daddy and Daughter Valentine's Day Tea Party. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10. $75 for daddy/daughter pair, $25 each additional child. Olivia's Dollhouse Tearoom, 5075 Abbotts Bridge Road, Suite 500, Johns Creek. 404-908-9073. https://www.facebook.com/events/212585002964199/.
Bring your little princess to a tea party where you'll play dress up, make crafts, enjoy sandwiches and other treats and dance together.
Oh Deer! 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. Free. Lost Corner Preserve, 7300 Brandon Mill Road, Sandy Springs. 770-730-5600. https://www.friendsoflostcorner.org/native-lectures.
Learn about Georgia's beautiful white-tailed deer, including how to keep them from destroying your landscaping and what to do if you see a fawn that's seemingly been abandoned. Registration is preferred but not required.
Gwinnett
North Atlanta Home Show. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10. $8 per day at box office or $6 in advance online. Infinite Energy Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. 770-813-7500. https://northatlantahomeshow.com/.
Looking to refresh your home this spring? Check out everything you'll need as you browse through the wares and services of over 150 home remodeling experts. You'll get to hear experts speak, get discounts and see product demonstrations.
Suwanee Half Marathon and Old Town 5K. 7:30 a.m. half-marathon start and 7:30 a.m. 5K start. Sunday, Feb. 10. $35 for 5K in advance, $40 on race day. $75 for half-marathon in advance, $85 on race day. https://www.suwaneehalf.com.
Get active in the 5th annual Suwanee Half Marathon or the newly added Old Town 5K. The half-marathon starts in front of City Hall and the 5K starts on Main Street across from the library. Proceeds benefit the Suwanee Public Arts program.
Journey Through Jazz and Blues. 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. Free. Gwinnett Public Library Lilburn Branch, 4817 Church St., Lilburn. 770-978-5154. https://www.gwinnettpl.org/.
Learn about influential jazz and blues musicians with the Atlanta Blues Society, and make some music of your own.
HBCU College Fair. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. Free. Meadowcreek High School, 4455 Steve Reynolds Blvd. Norcross. http://www.hbcucf.org/.
If your high school student is thinking about attending a historically black college or university, you can both meet with representatives from more than 30 HBCUs from across the country.
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