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Big Boi plays to his hometown crowd at Decatur WatchFest '26 on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at Decatur Square. (Ryan Fleisher for the AJC)

Big Boi and Summer Walker kick off Atlanta’s World Cup celebrations

Atlanta’s famed nightlife scene gets ready to entertain World Cup revelers

Corinne Bailey Rae brings 20th-anniversary tour to Atlanta, writes kids’ book

CULTURAL EVENTS

5 free arts events you should catch at Atlanta’s World Cup cultural hub

HAPPENING TODAY

Decatur WatchFest, celebrating World Cup, starts today. Here’s what to know.

New Gregg Allman doc, centering on a ‘story of redemption,’ hits theaters soon

With 150 voices singing his hits, guess Elton John needn’t call it the blues

Need weekend plans? Start with these metro Atlanta events: watch parties, festivals and more

Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.

CONCERT REVIEW

Megan Moroney flaunts country charm, sing-along hits at Atlanta concert

Megan Moroney stopped at Atlanta's State Farm Arena for the first of two nights in support of her new album, "Cloud 9."

Review: ‘In the Heights’ is a lofty achievement for Aurora Theatre

Review: ‘In the Heights’ is a lofty achievement for Aurora Theatre. Its electric production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s joyful musical conveys great love for Latin culture.

Georgia Entertainment Scene

Hit soap ‘Beyond the Gates’ gets crossover love, two more guaranteed years

"Beyond the Gates" looks like a keeper, as CBS gives it two more years and gets a series crossover episodes with "The Young and the Restless."

V-103’s Big Tigger denies what he calls ‘allegations and accusations’

“I want to say categorically that these allegations and accusations that have been circulating are false,” V-103 host Big Tigger said on air Friday.

PHOTOS: Big Boi performs at Decatur WatchFest '26

Big Boi and Sleepy Brown perform at Decatur Watchfest '26 at Decatur Square on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The monthlong festival coincides with the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta.

Food & Dining

Cool off with frozen treats at these Atlanta dessert shops and restaurants

Metro Atlanta has more than enough frosty sweet treats to offer this summer, from towering sundaes and bingsu, to swirls of soft serve and vegan ice cream.

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Where to eat in Atlanta: The Ultimate Food Guide

Where to eat in metro Atlanta, from the city's best restaurants to a comprehensive list of farmers markets, with guides for the Beltline, downtown, the airport and more.

RESTAURANT REVIEW

Buckhead’s Koshu Club serves pure luxury, no matter how you define it

The Koshu Club, inspired by Japanese cuisine, is the latest venture from the Castellucci Hospitality Group and features high-end steak options.

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