Looking for something to do in metro Atlanta this weekend? You’ll find many different events geared toward all type of interests, including a dance concert and a National Kite Day celebration.
Check out the following 16 things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta:
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Cobb
"Camelot." 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 and Saturday, Feb. 8 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9, plus additional dates. $36-$74. Cobb County Civic Center, Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. 404-377-9948. https://atlantalyrictheatre.com/.
This Lerner and Loewe classic is a timeless love story with many memorable songs including “Camelot” and “If Ever I Would Leave You.”
The Georgia RV & Camper Show. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9. Adults 16 and up $10, children 6-15 $5 and kids 5 and under free. Tickets are good for the entire weekend. Parking $7. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. http://www.natcshows.com.
Plan your next road trip by checking out a huge selection of motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers and more.
Valentine's Dance Party. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. $15 per person with advance purchase required. Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Drive NW, Kennesaw. https://www.kennesaw-ga.gov.
Make some pre-Valentine’s Day memories with your child at this family-friendly dance party. Adults accompanied by a child and children accompanied by adults can dance to music from a professional DJ. An all-you-can-eat dinner and dessert bar will also be available.
Marietta Square Art Walk. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. Free. Marietta Square, 9-75 E. Park Square, Marietta. https://www.visitmariettaga.com.
Explore Marietta’s cultural arts on a self-guided walking tour that features local artists and performers along the sidewalks. Several galleries will also be open.
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DeKalb
Walk Druid Hills. 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. Free. Hahn Park, 866 Houston Mill Road, Druid Hills. druidhills.org.
The Walk Druid Hills group will travel a three-mile route in Hahn Park and the Lullwater Preserve. Bring a bottle of water and join the group to explore the community, get some exercise and meet your neighbors.
Jewelry Market. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9. Free admission. Spruill Center for the Arts Education Center, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta. https://www.spruillarts.org.
Shop for handcrafted jewelry, metal sculptures and hand-forged items created by artists.
Book Sale. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. Free admission. Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St., Decatur. http://www.friendsdpl.org/.
Bring cash or your checkbook (these are the only forms of payment accepted) and get bargains on hardbacks, paperback, new fiction, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks.
Visionary Dance Concert. 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9. $12 general admission, $6 student, $4 DSA student with proof of enrollment. DeKalb School of the Arts, Kyle Theater, 1192 Clarendon Ave., Avondale Estates. http://www.dsa.dekalb.k12.ga.us/. 1 of 1
The DeKalb School of the Arts Dance Department presents an eclectic evening of dance featuring, among other performances, new works from Ailey II Artistic Director Troy Powell and Jamal White, a DSA alumnus and member of BODYTRAFFIC Dance Company.
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North Fulton
National Kite Day Celebration. Noon-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. Free admission. Chiringa, 34 South Main St., Alpharetta. 770-802-8940. https://www.facebook.com.
Create a DIY kite to celebrate National Kite Day, and you can also participate in arts and crafts activities, play games, buy food and enjoy live music.
Polar Bear Plunge. 10 a.m.-noon. Saturday, Feb. 8. $25 to register. Wills Park Pool, 1815 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta. https://www.classy.org.
Plunge on your own or join a team to raise money for the non-profit of your choosing. Barbecue will be available after the plunge.
Super Museum Sunday. 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9. Free. The Southern Trilogy Homes of Roswell. https://www.visitroswellga.com.
Free self-guided tours of the Southern Trilogy Homes of Roswell will be held this Sunday to celebrate Super Museum Sunday. Visit Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall, Smith Plantation or all three.
Yoga for Beginners. 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. Free. Alpharetta Library Story Room, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta. 770-740-2425. https://www.innerengineering.com.
Learn the basics of yoga and receive ongoing online support afterward. The class is designed for ages 7 and up, and you can register online at the website.
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Gwinnett
Stampede in the Park 5K and Fun Run. 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. 5K and 8:45 a.m.-10 a.m. one-mile fun run, Saturday, Feb. 8. $20-$25. Lilburn City Park, 76 Main St. NW, Lilburn. https://runsignup.com.
The races will be held in downtown Lilburn on a mostly paved course. Proceeds will support the Meadowcreek High School Cross Country Program.
Stargazing. 8 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. $3 for Gwinnett County residents, $6 for non-residents. Harbins Park, 2995 Luke Edwards Road, Dacula. 770-904-3500. www.facebook.com.
All ages are welcome to enjoy and learn about the night sky. Telescopes are available, or you can bring your own. Register online or by calling 770-904-3500.
23rd Annual North Atlanta Home Show. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9. Infinite Energy Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. One-day admission $6-$8 age 13 and up, free for seniors 65 and up with ID and kids 12 and younger. Free on Friday for home industry workers with business card and first responders, veterans, firefighters and police officers with ID. https://northatlantahomeshow.com/.
The three-day show includes home improvement experts, product demonstrations and more.
Norcross First Friday Concert. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. Norcross Cultural Arts & Community Center, 10 College St., Norcross. norcrossga.net.
Listen to the Brown Dog Band, which plays rhythm and blues. You can bring your own food and beverages or order a to-go dinner from a downtown Norcross restaurant. You’ll need to RSVP by calling 678-421-2048, ext. 2049.
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