Things to do in Atlanta

Measure tree’s critical root zone before digging nearby
Here's how to measure the critical root zone of a tree, so you'll know how to dig around it without injuring its roots.
Athens film studio wants to reboot as a data center
Over the past year, empty or underused soundstages in Georgia have had to pivot. Athens Studios' plans are different.

Atlanta author believes ‘80s films should get more respect
The era that gave us sweatbands as fashion statements, Michael Jackson and John Hughes teen yarns produced worthy cinema, says the Atlanta author of "Rewinding the '80s."

A decade in, Nedvigin works to realize his vision at Atlanta Ballet
Gennadi Nedvigin marks 10 years at Atlanta Ballet, pursuing his vision for a company capable of performing both classics and bold premieres.
Santas, elves, marching musicians descend on L5P for Atl SantaCon
For almost 20 years, Little Five Points has been home to SantaCon’s roving brigade of musicians, Kris Kringles and elves traveling from bar to bar bringing love and acceptance

Review: ‘Wizard of Oz’ sprinkles new magic on the classic story
City Springs Theatre’s “The Wizard of Oz” re-creates the 1939 classic film as faithfully as possible with fun performances, great music and Broadway-quality design.

3 ‘rich’ desserts for a prosperous new year
Welcome 2026 with good luck bread, cake and meringue recipes from around the world, from Greece to New Zealand to Latin America.
2h agoEuropean cafe replacing JavaVino, Aria’s pastry chef retires and more from metro Atlanta’s dining scene
Aria pastry chef Kat King announced she would be moving on, the Kinship team continues to expand in Virginia-Highland, and a celebrity-backed bagel shop was announced.

MidCity team set to open a cocktail bar in Westside Paper next year
Get the details on Omma, a new cocktail bar and listening lounge planned in west Midtown.
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Georgia lands location of prestigious Sundance television program
The announcement comes less than a year after Atlanta did not make the cut to become the next host city of the Sundance Film Festival.

Six Flags Over Georgia closes this weekend, cutting Holiday in the Park
For the first time since 2013, Six Flags over Georgia won't be open over the holidays for pass holders to enjoy the lights, music, Christmas tree and visits with Santa Claus.

Escaping the frenzy of city life for an elegant, antiques-filled home
A pair of Buckhead bankers make a break for it in bucolic Serenbe.

Why you should never wash your turkey
Rinsing a raw turkey before placing it in the oven can do more harm than good.
A Thanksgiving prayer to share
This holiday season, consider arranging for someone to read this prayer before the meal.

Pruning hydrangeas is not one size fits all
Whether blue, white or another color, check what kind of hydrangea you have before pruning.

Savannah ditched 2 marathons. Can shorter race find Peachtree-like success?
Savannah is an attractive destination for those whose idea of a fun weekend getaway is a road race. But two marathons have left town. Will Saturday's shorter race be a keeper?

Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Luzia’ returns to Atlantic Station after 8-year gap
From aerial dancers, to flying trapeze artists, a contortionist to a hand-balancing gymnast, each choreographed act drops jaws.





