Things to do in Atlanta

5 free arts events you should catch at Atlanta’s World Cup cultural hub
The Atlanta Cultural Exchange will celebrate FIFA World Cup with eight days of panels, music and visual arts.

Decatur WatchFest, celebrating World Cup, starts today. Here’s what to know.
Here’s what to expect if you plan to catch the Decatur WatchFest, which will coincide with FIFA World Cup and feature acts like Big Boi and Indigo Girls.

New Gregg Allman doc, centering on a ‘story of redemption,’ hits theaters soon
"Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul," the new James Keach-directed documentary on the Allman Brothers Band front man, debuts in theaters June 17.

Braves Country Fest has home run debut with Ella Langley, Cody Johnson
While the Braves were in New York to play the Mets, Truist Park was packed with thousands of fans enjoying singers Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Ernest and Mackenzie Carpenter.

Dennis Quaid starring in new AMC ‘Thunder Road’ series shooting in Georgia
NASCAR is partnering with AMC on its new "Thunder Road" series, about a stock car racing family, which will begin filming in Georgia in August.

Check out 6 summer beach reads that boast boatloads of humor and romance
Books by Atlanta bestselling authors Mary Kay Andrews and Emily Giffin top the summer reading list.

7 metro Atlanta wing spots to try, from hidden gems to hibachi
Justin Brown (aka @therealfoodstalker) recommends crave-worthy hot wings from Decatur to Jonesboro.

Sweeten Father’s Day with Georgia-made hickory syrup
Beth and Bruce Palmer of Sutton Mill Creek Syrup Co. in Clarkesville, make syrup from the bark of hickory trees grown in Georgia.

Little Bear owners plan East Atlanta wine bar & more from ATL’s restaurant scene
Two new wine bars are coming to East Atlanta; plus tons of new restaurants are opening in the metro area, including El Tesoro, La Cueva and Golestan.
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PHOTOS: MomoCon 2026 held in Atlanta
MomoCon is back and taking over the Georgia World Congress Center this weekend for an epic celebration of anime, gaming, comics and cosplay.

PHOTOS: Hot 107.9 Who’s Hot Showcase and Concert
The showcase is leading up to the Atlanta hip-hop station’s 30th Birthday Bash.

South Downtown green, an atrium at CNN’s old home debut ahead of World Cup
The two projects — the redevelopment of South Downtown and “The Center,” the revamp of the former CNN Center — highlight downtown’s rapid change ahead of the World Cup.

Plan your long weekend in metro Atlanta: Festivals, fireworks and more
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.
Volunteers needed for 2026 Peachtree Road Race
Jobs range from greeters to setup and breakdown at 57th running of ‘world’s largest 10K race.’

Plunge into summer at metro Atlanta pools, splash pads and water parks
A roundup of metro Atlanta pools, splash pads and water parks that provide a cool respite as temperatures heat up.

Sherri Shepherd won’t let talk show cancellation get her down
Sherri Shepherd, who will be at Buckhead Theatre on May 16 for a stand-up comedy show, lamented her talk show cancellation, which was a victim of shifting viewer habits.

CNN hunts for audiences beyond cable. Weather app is part of that strategy.
The free CNN Weather app, which has a green icon instead of the network's usual red, is the new organization's first standalone lifestyle product.

The ultimate weekend checklist: 10 metro Atlanta events you absolutely need to check out
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.

Can’t get World Cup tickets? An immersive alternative is coming to Atlanta.
Cosm, a 70,000-square-foot dome that uses the same technology as planetariums, announced it will showcase World Cup matches at its forthcoming Centennial Yards location.




