Things to do in Atlanta

The ultimate weekend checklist: 10 metro Atlanta events you need to check out
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.

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.
PHOTOS: Atlanta Jazz Festival 2026
The annual fest was held on Memorial Day weekend at Piedmont Park, attracting crowds to see the musicians and singers despite some stormy weather.

Atlanta Civic Circle, the nonprofit policy newsroom, is shutting down
For more than five years, atlanta Civic Circle has covered housing affordability, labor rights and local government, focused on solutions-oriented reporting in the region.

Remembrance: Larry Larson made a strong mark on Atlanta’s arts scene
An appreciation of the late Larry Larson, the playwright, stage and film actor and radio personality who made a strong mark on Atlanta’s arts scene starting in 1970.

After 10 years of Amplify Decatur, musicians still singing event’s praises
After 10 years, Atlanta and national acts still sing the music festival's praises. Gillian Welch & David Rawlings headline Saturday's main event.

‘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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Attend a brunch party inside a chef’s apartment and more Atlanta food events
This week in Atlanta, discover a brunch club located inside a chef’s apartment, hang out at a bookstore after dark and get tickets for a wine dinner at Marcus Bar & Grille.
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Volunteers needed for 2026 Peachtree Road Race
Jobs range from greeters to setup and breakdown at 57th running of ‘world’s largest 10K race.’

Plunge into summer at metro Atlanta pools, splash pads and water parks
A roundup of metro Atlanta pools, splash pads and water parks that provide a cool respite as temperatures heat up.

Sherri Shepherd won’t let talk show cancellation get her down
Sherri Shepherd, who will be at Buckhead Theatre on May 16 for a stand-up comedy show, lamented her talk show cancellation, which was a victim of shifting viewer habits.

CNN hunts for audiences beyond cable. Weather app is part of that strategy.
The free CNN Weather app, which has a green icon instead of the network's usual red, is the new organization's first standalone lifestyle product.

The ultimate weekend checklist: 10 metro Atlanta events you absolutely need to check out
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.

Can’t get World Cup tickets? An immersive alternative is coming to Atlanta.
Cosm, a 70,000-square-foot dome that uses the same technology as planetariums, announced it will showcase World Cup matches at its forthcoming Centennial Yards location.

How Ted Turner built CNN, the world’s first 24-hour news network
From a shoestring startup in Atlanta, Ted Turner launched CNN, pioneering 24-hour cable news and transforming the global media landscape.
Ways to have fun near Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the FIFA World Cup
Here’s your guide to food, fun and places to stay near Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Ted Turner’s colleagues, friends remember the mogul
Everyone has a Ted Turner story. We get to hear some good ones from the people who knew him best.

Top metro Atlanta events this weekend: Festivals, parades and live music
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.




