Things to do in Atlanta

Atlanta will be hot and humid ahead of Saturday’s World Cup match
Going to the final FIFA World Cup group-stage match, a Fan Fest or any other event in Atlanta this weekend? Hydrate and prepare for hot and humid conditions.
Atlanta airport prepares for a July Fourth travel surge. Get there early.
The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busier travel periods of the year.
20 free things to do in metro Atlanta in July
Here are 20 of the best things to do in metro Atlanta in July that are totally free.

Georgia resident creates Marisa Tomei comedy ‘You’re Dating a Narcissist!’
Georgia resident Ann Marie Allison wrote and produced "You're Dating a Narcissist!" which is based on Allison's experience dating a narcissist and stars Marisa Tomei.

Sarah McLachlan on Lilith Fair legacy: ‘There was so much joy every night’
Sarah McLachlan is proud of her legacy with Lilith Fair, which she created and was overjoyed to see the documentary last year on Hulu. She's returning to Atlanta July 3.

Druski, Teyana Taylor and other Atlanta moments we loved at BET Awards
The 2026 BET Awards featured several Atlanta moments, including Druski's hosting and Teyana Taylor being honored.

Tomato feasts, Peachfest and more metro Atlanta food events this month
Savor the flavor of Georgia tomatoes, attend a peach food festival, and check out more than 80 halal food vendors in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood this July.
New restaurant from The Chastain team comes to Morningside in 2027
The new restaurant, Alere, will open in Atlanta’s Morningside neighborhood in a space most recently occupied by Nowak’s Cantina on North Highland Ave.

Make this brightly colored pasta salad for an easy holiday meal
This make-ahead pasta salad recipe brings Fourth of July flair using naturally colored ingredients with plenty of flavor.
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DOJ OKs Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, combining film studios, CNN and CBS
The merger could mark a new chapter for the Atlanta-based Turner networks, which have been passed along in a never-ending carousel of deals.
Atlanta’s famed nightlife scene gets ready to entertain World Cup revelers
Atlanta’s nightlife reputation is renowned. The World Cup is its next stage.

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.
Assembly Studios installs bandshell, plans World Cup watch party
It’s a permanent community fixture that activates Assembly Studios in Doraville beyond film and television production.

Your weekend in metro Atlanta starts here: Festivals, family-friendly fun and more
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.

PHOTOS: "Weird Al" Yankovic
"Weird Al" Yankovic graced his largest Atlanta stage ever in his lengthy career, drawing more than 10,000 fans to Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in Alpharetta May 31, 2026.
Newest immersive experience in Atlanta: Be on a pretend game show
You can pretend you’re in an actual game show at four immersive options in metro Atlanta, all of which have opened in the past 18 months.

20 free things to do in metro Atlanta in June
From comedy shows and museums to experiences in nature, the city is alive with opportunity. Here are 20 of the best things to do in Atlanta in June that are totally free.

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.
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.




