Things to do in Atlanta

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Find art popping up in every direction in metro Atlanta this spring

Check out our spring art guide and find art in every direction in Atlanta this spring, from museum and gallery shows, work in indoor and outdoor spaces and art festivals.

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15 family-friendly events in Atlanta this weekend

Our list of 15 family-friendly metro Atlanta outings this weekend includes the Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade, Coolray Field Carnival and Water Circus Atlantis in Alpharetta.

Atlanta News First

Atlanta TV stations have been dropped from Dish TV. Here’s why.

The dispute is over retransmission fees TV station owners seek from cable and satellite operators, a major source of revenue for companies like Gray Media.

Georgia Entertainment Scene
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OBITUARY

Gary McKee, top-rated Atlanta radio host in ’70s, ’80s, dies at age 81

McKee brought high energy to the early morning hours on top-40 stations WQXI-AM and 94Q (now Star 94) with co-hosts Yetta Levitt and Bob Carr, known as Willis the Guard.

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Carlos Museum’s ‘Compassion’ explores and encourages caring for one another

The Michael C. Carlos Museum art exhibit “Compassion: What Moves You?” is centered around the theme of compassion, using photos, letters and a biometric light installation.

The offbeat Inman Park Festival parade, where gnomes are a big thing, features colorfully costumed marchers, floats, bands and more. The 2026 festival in the historic intown Atlanta neighborhood is April 24-26. (Courtesy of Inman Park Festival Marketing/William Byrd)

Your guide to festivals sprouting up across metro Atlanta this spring

Guide to spring festivals in Atlanta: Here are a dozen events where you can watch a quirky parade, enjoy some baklava, hear some music and get outside and enjoy the season.

Food & Dining
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Garnishes take center stage at these Atlanta cocktail bars

Goodbye bleu cheese olives and lime wheels. These local bars are stepping up their garnish game with caviar, miniature pastries and more.

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MONTI CARLO

The soda bread recipe that carried me through tough times

An easy soda bread recipe you can make for under a dollar and the powerful story behind how it helped a single mom survive a $4 a day food budget.

Restaurants With Kids

Dining with children: What to know, even at kid-friendly restaurants

Industry insiders, from family restaurants to omakase counters, share the etiquette that helps everyone — including children, parents, staff and other diners — enjoy the meal.

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The story behind Curtis Mayfield’s iconic movie soundtracks

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Netflix backs out of bid to acquire CNN-parent Warner Bros. Discovery

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Antique details and contemporary art mix effortlessly in Charleston home

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What Atlanta Magazine’s new top editor plans for the storied publication

Beyond ‘Heated Rivalry:’ How Atlantans are bonding over queer romance novels

‘Heated Rivalry’ sparks Atlantans to connect over queer romance novels

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Why Galentine’s Day is good for your health. (No, really!)

The Infinite

Get sent into space via Atlanta’s newest VR immersive experience

ROUGH DRAFT

Rough Draft Atlanta to consolidate local newspapers under one brand

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Nashville lawyer goes bold in her new-build Bordeaux home

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Office tower, apartments proposed for Church at Wieuca property

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CBS Atlanta to launch morning newscast. Here’s what to know.