Things to do in Atlanta

Newest immersive experience: be on a pretend game show!

Newest immersive experience in Atlanta: Be on a pretend game show

You can pretend you’re in an actual game show at four immersive options in metro Atlanta, all of which have opened in the past 18 months.

Virginia-Highland Summerfest

20 free things to do in metro Atlanta in June

From comedy shows and museums to experiences in nature, the city is alive with opportunity. Here are 20 of the best things to do in Atlanta in June that are totally free.

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Gloria Estefan transports inspirational music tale from Paraguay to Atlanta

Collaborating with daughter Emily Estefan, the singer scores the new musical “Basura,” which begins a world premiere run Saturday at the Alliance Theatre.

Georgia Entertainment Scene
Tony Awards Guide

Former Atlanta actress on her Tony nomination: ‘There were a lot of tears’

“Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York" star Christiani Pitts, who grew up in metro Atlanta, discusses her first Tony Award nomination.

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Atlanta’s Latto, with new album and baby, can do better than ‘Big Mama’

On her new release "Big Mama," Atlanta rapper Latto celebrates her new life as a mother with songs that don't always reach great heights.

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Decatur Square

Headed to Decatur WatchFest to celebrate FIFA World Cup? 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.

Food & Dining
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8 interesting metro Atlanta pizzas to try, from lemon pepper to oxtail

Justin Brown (aka @therealfoodstalker) recommends a variety of creative pizzas to taste around metro Atlanta.

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19 new metro Atlanta restaurants opened in May, but 11 closed

May was a strong month for restaurant openings, but there were also nearly a dozen closings, led by the Alden in Chamblee after it was shut down by a fire in its building.

The Looking Glass

‘Alice in Wonderland’-themed eatertainment venue is coming to The Center

The team behind Your 3rd Spot is also behind the large food and entertainment business opening next year in downtown Atlanta.

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Soccer 101: Everything you need to know about offside

Volunteers get ready for the start of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta in 2023. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

Volunteers needed for 2026 Peachtree Road Race

Smyrna Splash Pad

Plunge into summer at metro Atlanta pools, splash pads and water parks

Sherri Shepherd

Sherri Shepherd won’t let talk show cancellation get her down

CNN Weather

CNN hunts for audiences beyond cable. Weather app is part of that strategy.

Marietta Greek Festival

The ultimate weekend checklist: 10 metro Atlanta events you absolutely need to check out

Cosm World Cup

Can’t get World Cup tickets? An immersive alternative is coming to Atlanta.

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How Ted Turner built CNN, the world’s first 24-hour news network

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Ways to have fun near Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the FIFA World Cup

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Ted Turner’s colleagues, friends remember the mogul

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Top metro Atlanta events this weekend: Festivals, parades and live music