Regular Atlanta-area events have been at a standstill with COVID-19 restrictions, but some are staging a comeback. And there are always plenty of activities to enjoy without a special event going on.
Check out the following 16 things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta:
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Cobb
Dixie Highway 90-Mile Yard Sale. Friday, June 5-Sunday, June 7. Check map for route, which covers Kennesaw. https://www.facebook.com.
The annual yard sale continues this year, where you can hope to get some good deals from sellers who have decluttered their homes during COVID-19 restrictions.
"Smokelore: A History of Barbecue." 3 p.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, June 7. Webinar hosted by the Smyrna Public Library. Free, with registration requested. smyrnaga.gov.
Author Jim Auchmutey shares information about the history of barbecue in America, which dates back to the earliest encounters between native populations and European explorers.
Drive-in Movie Night. 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6. Free. Cobb County Civic Center parking lot, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta. 770-528-8453. cobbcounty.org.
Watch "The Secret Life of Pets 2" with the family and pack your favorite movie snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, plus chairs or a blanket. Social distancing will be observed, and family art projects and a pre-movie trivia time are also included in the fun. One member of your family needs to register online and keep your receipt to allow for enough space between you and the next family.
Visit an Escape Room. Different time slots available, Friday, June 5-Sunday, June 7 and additional dates. $34.99 per person. The Escape Game, 900 Battery Ave. SE, Suite 1020, Atlanta. 678-831-6347. https://theescapegame.com/atlanta/.
Gather your friends to work together in an escape room, choosing a scenario like Prison Break or The Heist, in which you'll try to recover stolen artwork. Safety and sanitation policies have been put in place, including limiting your adventure to just your group, disinfecting between every game and adjusting the game to remove high-touch elements. If you'd prefer to play at home, you can book a remote adventure instead.
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DeKalb
Watch a Drive-in Movie. Various times. Friday, June 5-Sunday June 7 and beyond. Adult $10, kids 5-9 $1 for two movies on the same screen. Starlight Drive-In Theatre, 2000 Moreland Ave. SE, Atlanta. https://starlightdrivein.com/.
Go old-school and watch a movie at the Starlight, where you’ll find new social distancing measures in place. Cars must park at least 10 feet away from one another and the snack bar is closed, although you can bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages. You’ll also need to watch the movie from within your vehicle.
Walk through the Doll's Head Trail. Constitution Lake Park, 1305 S. River Industrial Blvd. SE, Atlanta. 404-285-3756. https://www.ajc.com.
Constitution Lake Park is home to a one-of-a-kind art display known as Doll’s Head Trail. Doll heads and other parts have been used to create uniquely collaborative art throughout the trail.
At-home Planetarium Show. 7 p.m. Friday, June 5 from Fernbank Science Center, 156 Heaton Park Road, Atlanta. 678-874-7102. www.fernbank.edu/.
Fernbank Science Center is currently closed, but you can still enjoy a virtual planetarium show live from the Jim Cherry Memorial Planetarium. Visit the Center's Facebook page to view the current show this Friday and to see past shows.
Visit Stone Mountain. 5 a.m.-midnight, Friday, June 5-Sunday June 7 and every day. $20 parking pass. Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain. 1-800-401-2407. https://www.stonemountainpark.com/.
While Stone Mountain’s attractions are closed, you can still enjoy the park’s natural areas. The golf club is still open, as well as the grist mill, covered bridge and various trails.
North Fulton
Play Mini-golf. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday, June 7. Adults $7 for one course and $10.50 for both courses, seniors 55 and up $5.50 for one course and $8 for both courses, children 3-12 $5 for one course and $7.50 for both courses, 2 and under free. The Miniature Golf, 5100 Commerce Parkway, Roswell. 770-518-0977. a51fun.com.
Get outside for some mini-golf and score a prize if you’re one of the first five guests each morning.
Explore the Chattahoochee Nature Center. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6, noon-5 p.m. Sunday, June 7 and additional dates. Free for CNC members, $10 adults, $7 seniors 65 and up and students 13-18, $6 children 3-12, children 2 and under free. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055. https://www.chattnaturecenter.org/.
Explore trails and exhibits in this 127 acres of forest, wetland and river habitat. Due to COVID-19, you'll need to buy a timed ticket in advance of your visit.
Practice Your Swing. 10 a.m.-midnight Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 and 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday, June 7 ongoing. $27 per hour and up, depending on the time of day. Topgolf, 10900 West Parkway, Alpharetta. 770-217-0513. topgolf.com.
Practice your golf swing at Topgolf, which has now reopened. Masks are recommended but not required, and screens and equipment are sanitized after each unit. Bringing your own clubs is also recommended but not required.
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Gwinnett
Norcross Community Market. 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Saturday, June 6 and additional Saturdays. Norcross Community Market, City Hall, 65 Lawrenceville St., Norcross. http://www.norcrosscommunitymarket.com/.
The Norcross Community Market has transitioned to a drive-through market for the time being. Visit the market's online store between Tuesday-Thursday to place your order and then pick it up each Saturday morning. You'll find produce, at-home activity kits, sweets and more in the online catalog.
Explore Freeman's Mill Park. sunrise-sunset Friday, June 5-Sunday, June 7 and every day. 1401 Alcovy Road, Lawrenceville. 770-822-5178. gwinnettcounty.com.
Walk along a short paved multi-use path and check out a 19th century gristmill that’s been preserved and see the Alcovy River, which used to power the mill.
Take a Bike Ride. Free for up to 3 hours, then $3 per hour. Suwanee locations. http://bike.zagster.com/suwanee/.
Bring your own bike or use one from Suwanee’s bike-sharing program to get some exercise and pedal around the Town Center and Suwanee Creek parks.
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