Things to do in Atlanta

More than a dozen paintings in Ted Turner’s collection to be auctioned

12 Atlanta arts events to look forward to this week

Mannheim Steamroller and more: 15 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend

BOOKSHELF

Food writing, erotica on tap at Atlanta’s 2026 Letters Festival

Atlanta Opera’s cinematic ‘Silent Night’ celebrates giving peace a chance

After 20 years, Atlanta’s Sugarland is still here to ‘enjoy the ride’

CONCERT REVIEW

Usher and Chris Brown deliver a very late, underwhelming concert in Atlanta

In Atlanta’s Grove Park, a shuttered historic theater will be restored

The building has lived many lives in its 85-year history. Soon it will be reborn as a community gathering space.

Giant pandas meet the public Friday at Zoo Atlanta. Here are 5 things to know.

Giant pandas are back at Zoo Atlanta after a two-year hiatus and make their public debut Nov. 6. Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived from China in September.

Landmark Buckhead office complex to be transformed with apartments

About 260 residential units have been proposed to replace one of three office towers at Atlanta Financial Center, to be christened APEX Atlanta.

Georgia Entertainment Scene

Norwegian comedian searches to see if he’s related to Jimmy Carter

Rising Norwegian comedic star Ole Henry Snildalsli shot a docuseries to see if he’s related to Jimmy Carter, making stops in Atlanta and Plains.

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BOOKSHELF

Indie Book Crawl celebrates Atlanta’s booming literary scene

Several new bookstores are participating in the 2026 Atlanta Indie Book Crawl, offering special events and discounts.

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Usher, Chris Brown ruled Atlanta for 5 concerts. Here are the highs — and lows.

Let’s get into Usher and Chris Brown’s historic five-night run at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium, including delays and special guests.

Food & Dining

RECIPES

Expert cocktail recipes for your Thanksgiving table

Cocktail recipes from Atlanta bartenders for Thanksgiving Day and dinner.

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From the archives: An easy make-ahead Thanksgiving dessert (that isn’t pie)

This pumpkin cheesecake recipe comes straight from the archives of The Atlanta Journal, giving you another dessert option for your Thanksgiving.

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Midi, Little Tart open in Candler Park and more from Atlanta’s restaurant scene

Sister eateries opened together in Candler Park, an Atlanta-based wine competition announced a new venue and more from metro area's restaurant scene this week.

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PHOTOS: Journey brings farewell tour to Atlanta

Rock band Journey brought their farewell tour to State Farm Arena on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, in Atlanta.

Sports store backed by Atlanta Hawks coming to Centennial Yards

Fanatics announced Friday that it will open a first-of-its-kind store at Centennial Yards in downtown through a partnership with the Atlanta Hawks.

Deadly incident clouds Six Flags’ goal to improve performance

This is the first fatal incident reported at Six Flags Over Georgia since Six Flags merged with Ohio-based attractions company Cedar Fair.

Georgia’s largest fall fair bears a name that is something of a fair-y tale

There's a reason the Georgia National Fair in Perry isn't called a 'state fair,' even though it pretty much is one.

After drawing 3,000 to its debut, Atlanta’s newest anime fest expands

Atlanime Fest is the newest venture under Black-owned lifestyle brand Trap Sushi.

Pride Festival, Parade and more: 14 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend

Here are 14 of the best things to do across metro Atlanta this weekend.

Why is Atlanta Pride in October when National Pride Month is in June?

A weather event was the catalyst for the change.

New name unveiled for Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery after merger approval

The Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger is expected to close Oct. 6, creating one of the largest entertainment companies in the world.

Atlanta media group Rough Draft expands to Athens, including a print edition

The move will test whether Rough Draft can make its business model work in a market where they’re not based.

Oktoberfest and more: 15 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend

Here are 15 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.