Things to do in Atlanta

Atlanta media group Rough Draft expands to Athens, including a print edition
The move will test whether Rough Draft can make its business model work in a market where they’re not based.

At Atlanta’s Other Art Fair, attendees can purchase art for as low as $200
The inaugural Other Art Fair in Atlanta will feature works from 100 artists in Georgia and beyond from Oct. 1-4.

Goat Farm brings more than 50 artists to Atlanta for third year of SITE
SITE at Goat Farm in Atlanta mixes art, music, and performance for a one-night-only event featuring works from artists around the world.
Fall into the music of Halloween with these 6 metro Atlanta concerts
Check out six concerts in metro Atlanta featuring music that will put you in the Halloween mood.
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Drag queen Shea Couleé fell in love with Atlanta after shooting a Marvel film
Drag queen and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alum Shea Couleé is headlining the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival at Piedmont Park.

Macon native Carrie Preston found her dream role in CBS’ ‘Elsbeth’
Carrie Preston talks to the AJC about growing up in Macon and landing the lead role on CBS' "Elsbeth."

Eating across the Georgia National Fair with pork belly cones, apple fries and more
If you're are planning to attend the 2026 Georgia National Fair, you can expect a slew of trendy and over-the-top food offerings, including the popular pickle pizzas.

11 must-try Atlanta food pop-ups and dining events this week
11 pop-ups to try this week: Chicago tavern-style Indian pizzas in Buckhead, Silk Road noodles in Poncey-Highland, South African street food in Old Fourth Ward and more.

BBQ & Bluegrass Festival plus 2 cookbook-focused events this week in Atlanta
This week in metro Atlanta, check out a barbecue and bluegrass festival in McDonough, a cookbook revival dinner at the High Museum of Art and more.
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Paramount antitrust settlement: What it means for Warner deal and Atlanta
The settlement removes a major obstacle for a multibillion-dollar deal that will stitch together two of Hollywood’s largest studios.

PHOTOS: Shaky Knees Festival 2026 – Day 3
Sunday’s final day of the festival at Piedmont Park included performances by Gorillaz, Wu-Tang Clan and an array of other music artists.

PHOTOS: Shaky Knees Festival 2026 – Day 2
Despite a stormy interruption, Shaky Knees returned to Atlanta’s Piedmont Park on Saturday with a packed lineup including Twenty One Pilots, Sir Chloe, Peach Pit and Blood Ora...

PHOTOS: Shaky Knees Festival 2026 - Day 1
The three-day music festival in Atlanta draws thousands of fans of alternative rock and complementary sounds and styles.

Tyler Perry plans to relocate to Puerto Rico. What about his Atlanta studio?
Tyler Perry is one of Atlanta’s most recognizable figures, having moved to the city more than two decades ago. His studio is home to many hits.

Dirty Birds Rally and more: 15 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend
The fun includes a Fall Fest at Atlanta History Center with plenty of hands-on activities, as well as Salsa on the Square with free dance lessons in Decatur.

Trilith wants college students to spend a semester on set
The purpose is to provide students real world experience in a field that doesn’t have a predefined path to “breaking in."

Food & Wine Fest and more: 15 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend
Here are 15 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.
With Trump’s backing, a federal film incentive gains ground in Georgia
The general consensus is that it will enhance regional incentives that turned states like Georgia into production powerhouses.
Atlanta Labor Day travel: Expect traffic, longer lines and higher prices
Travelers are facing higher airfare, hotel and fuel costs this year.





