Things to do in Atlanta

Why Hot 107.9’s Birthday Bash remains an Atlanta staple, 30 years later
Previewing Hot 107.9’s Birthday Bash as it marks 30 years as an Atlanta hip-hop institution, blending legacy artists, hometown pride and radio-driven root.

His dad is a rap icon. But he’ll breathe the blues at Atlanta Jazz Festival.
Buddy Red, the son of Atlanta rapper T.I., is paving his own path as a rock and jazz musician and making his Atlanta Jazz Fest debut this weekend.
Headed to the Atlanta Jazz Festival? Here’s what to know.
For the 49th year, music fans will be treated to free jazz courtesy of the Atlanta Jazz Festival.

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.

Atlanta theater notables Topher Payne, Charlie Cote happy as life co-stars
Atlanta theater notables Topher Payne and Charlie Cote are happy being life co-stars, collaborating on projects and scripting how to lend support to other stage artists.

Jessica Handler’s ‘The World to See’ charts rock star-fan friendship
Jessica Handler’s ‘The World to See’ charts the friendship between a rock star and her fan. Spanning four decades, the novel also examines bonds between mothers and daughters.

A few tricks turn ground turkey into flavor-packed smash burgers
How to make a moist, delicious turkey smash burger that doesn’t stick to your skillet.

The Atlanta Beltline restaurant list: The Northeast Trail
With fewer options than other sections, there are still great places to eat near Ansley Mall and Piedmont Park.

Take a barbecue road trip around Atlanta with these 5 stops
Justin Brown (aka @therealfoodstalker) recommends several metro Atlanta barbecue restaurants and the dishes that make them stand out.
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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.

An exclusive North Georgia golf club sold. It’s part of a big trend in golf.
In the years following the pandemic, golf's popularity has seen a surge after years of waning interest.

14 metro Atlanta book and author events to check out this month
In May 2026 in metro Atlanta, check out book events with authors including Kathryn Stockett, Jessica Handler and Mary Kay Andrews.
Amid decline in film production, equipment rental company exits Atlanta
Production isn’t dead in Georgia. But the pace is a fraction of what it was two or three years ago.

Atlantan cofounded company worth billions; now he’s moving into music
Adam Wexler, who cofounded PrizePicks and exited the company in January, aims to solve problems in music discoverability.


