Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Aug. 22-24, 2025

ATLANTA - Looking for ways to make the most of your weekend in metro Atlanta? From festivals and live music to art celebrations and family fun, here are some of the top events happening around town.

FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS

In Atlanta

Atlanta Summer Beer Fest
When: Aug. 23
Where: The Stave Room, 199 Armour Drive NE, Atlanta
What: Sample from over 100 beers, plus wine and seltzers, while enjoying live music and a lively atmosphere at one of Atlanta’s favorite summer events.
Cost: From $35

The Cancer Event to End All Cancer (Events)
When: Aug. 23
Where: Halfway Crooks, Summerhill
What: A special 5K/10K fun run with live music by Sleep Dance, Donna and the Wolfman, The Cleaners, and Solid State Radio. Cold beer and dark humor, with proceeds benefiting the Allyson Whitney Foundation.
Cost: $20 general admission

Grant Park Summer Shade Festival
When: Aug. 23–24
Where: Grant Park, 537 Park Avenue SE, Atlanta
What: A two-day arts and music festival benefiting the Grant Park Conservancy, featuring a 5K run, artists’ market, craft beer, live entertainment, and a dedicated kids’ zone.
Cost: Free entry

Courtesy of Summer Shade Festival

Monday Night Brewing’s The Grove
When: Aug. 23-24
Where: 670 Trabert Avenue, West Midtown
What: Grand opening of a new 7,400-square-foot indoor taproom and 17,000 sq. ft. outdoor space with live music, food, brewery tours, fire pits, amphitheater, pizza ovens, LED screen, and free parking.
Cost: Not specified (likely free entry)

Courtesy of Monday Night Brewing

Dog Day of Summerhill
When: Aug. 23
Where: Georgia Avenue in Summerhill
What: Guests can expect giveaways from local favorites, including Hero Doughnuts, Wood’s Chapel BBQ, Press Shop, Little Tart, Little Bear, How Crispy, Iconic Orthodontics, Aviary, and Maggie Murphy’s Salon. Wood's Chapel BBQ will also feature a special fig whiskey smash.
Cost: Free

Outside Atlanta

Book & Storytelling Festival
When: Aug. 23
Where: Acworth Roberts School, 4681 School Street, Acworth
What: Two storytelling sessions with multiple authors and storytellers, live music, a tabletop puppet show, and panel discussion. Open to all ages.
Cost: Free

Courtesy of Acworth Cultural Arts

Cobb County International Festival
When: Aug. 23
Where: Jim R. Miller Park & Event Center, 2245 Callaway Road. SW, Marietta
What: Experience global cuisine, live music, and visual and performing arts at this annual community festival.
Cost: Free

SoFried’s Words and Rhythm Poetry Day Festival
When: Aug. 23, 1–5 p.m.
Where: Duluth Festival Center, 3142 Hill Street NW, Duluth
What: Celebrate poetry and rhythm with spoken word, live music, dancing, a kids’ corner, face painting, and food from local Duluth restaurants.
Cost: Free

LIVE MUSIC

In Atlanta

The Weeknd – After Hours Til Dawn Tour
When: Aug. 21
Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 1 AMB Drive NW, Atlanta
What: Global superstar The Weeknd brings his After Hours Til Dawn Tour to Atlanta, joined by Playboi Carti and Mike Dean for a high-energy stadium show.
Cost: From $69

Toad the Wet Sprocket – Good Intentions Tour
When: Aug. 22
Where: Atlanta Symphony Hall, 70 15th St NE, Atlanta
What: Beloved alternative rock band behind hits like "Walk on the Ocean" and "All I Want" stops in Atlanta on their 2025 headline tour, joined by KT Tunstall and Sixpence None the Richer.
Cost: From $76.45

Toad the Wet Sprocket. Courtesy of Atlanta Symphony Hall

Mystery Skulls at The Masquerade
When: Aug. 22, doors 7 p.m.
Where: Hell at The Masquerade, 2 Kennys Alley SW, Atlanta
What: All-ages concert featuring electronic pop act Mystery Skulls with opener Princess Nostalgia; food available onsite.
Cost: $25 advance tickets via Ticketmaster or The Masquerade box office

Jazz on the Lawn: Bob Baldwin
When: Aug. 22
Where: Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Atlanta
What: The Jazz on the Lawn series will feature a performance by Bob Baldwin. Bring your blankets, chairs, food and drink.
Cost: From $33.14

YFN Lucci
When: Aug. 23
Where: State Farm Arena, downtown Atlanta
What: Rapper YFN Lucci is headlining his first show -- his Welcome Home concert -- in Atlanta after his release from prison. He'll be joined by special guests.
Cost: From $196.76

Fitz & The Tantrums
When: Aug. 24
Where: Tabernacle Atlanta, 152 Luckie Street NW, Atlanta
What: Fitz & The Tantrums is an American indie pop and neo soul band from Los Angeles. All-ages concert with general-admission floor and reserved balcony seating.
Cost: From $25.50

Outside Atlanta

Friday Night Live Concert Series: Outside The Perimeter
When: Aug. 22
Where: The Mill on Etowah Green Stage, 141 Railroad St, Canton
What: Free outdoor concert series featuring live performance Outside the Perimeter, plus food, drinks, shopping and family-friendly fun under the evening sky.
Cost: Free

David Ryan Harris
When: Aug. 22, 8 p.m.
Where: Red Clay Music Foundry, Duluth
What: Atlanta native David Ryan Harris, former frontman of Follow For Now and co-writer of the No. 1 hit "Battle Scars," returns for a solo performance showcasing decades of work as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist.
Cost: From $28

GoodTimes/BadTimes: The Led Zeppelin Experience
When: Aug. 23
Where: Strand Marietta, 117 N Park Square NE, Marietta
What: Tribute show performing Led Zeppelin IV in full followed by a second set of iconic hits and deep cuts like "Whole Lotta Love," "Kashmir" and "Dazed and Confused." VIP perks include early entry, mini-concert, meet-and-greet, drink tickets and signed poster.
Cost: Tickets available; limited VIP upgrades offered

Under the Stars at Brooke Street Park
When: Aug. 23
Where: Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta
What: Enjoy ’80s hits performed by Guardians of the Jukebox at this Alpharetta Rotary concert benefiting community charities. Guests can also compete in the Best Dressed Table contest.
Cost: $55 individual tickets; tables for eight from $525

Jason Aldean
When: Aug. 23
Where: Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Pkwy., Alpharetta
What: Live Nation country concert event featuring superstar Jason Aldean as part of his 2025 Full Throttle tour.
Cost: From $231

Latin Explosion Concert
When: Aug. 23
Where: Snellville Towne Green, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville
What: Outdoor tribute concert celebrating Latin music icons Gloria Estefan, Selena, Santana and J.Lo. Coolers and bags checked at entry; no outside alcohol. Beer, wine and food available for purchase from onsite vendors. VIP tables (seats 8) available online.
Cost: Free admission; VIP table $140

Rock the Park
When: Aug. 24, 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Where: City Park, 76 Main Street, Lilburn
What: Outdoor concert featuring vocalist Sami Michelsen and Bogey and the Viceroy, performing classic soul, R&B, retro rock/pop, and dance hits.
Cost: Free

COMEDY

In Atlanta

D’Lai: "Wait A Minute" Tour
When: Aug. 23
Where: City Winery Atlanta, 650 North Ave. NE (Ponce City Market)
What: Stand-up comedy show featuring HBO, BET and Def Comedy Jam alum D’Lai, known for his raw, high-energy sets and sold-out performances across the country.
Cost: From $25

Outside Atlanta

Funny Fridays with Joel Byars
When: Aug. 22
Where: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, Sandy Springs
What: Comedy show hosted by Joel Byars, featuring Emily Holden, Carlos Rodriguez, and Lace Larrabee. Recommended for ages 16 and over.
Cost: From $37.71

THEATER, FILM & ART

In Atlanta

Continumm
When: Aug. 21-Dec. 7
Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, 571 S. Kilgo Circle, Atlanta
What: The exhibit explores the concept of Indigenous futurisms through the lens of traditional lifeways as a continuous and evolving practice that informs and shapes contemporary and future Indigenous realities.
Cost: From $8

BronzeLens Film Festival
When: Aug. 20-24
Where: Multiple locations, Atlanta
What: The 16th annual festival features films and documentaries made by people of color and provide networking opportunities. There's also a ball and awards show.
Cost: Varies

The Venetians by Matt Barbot
When: Aug. 23-Sept. 7
Where: Shakespeare Tavern, Midtown Atlanta
What: The Venetians is a dark comedy mashup of Shakespeare’s classics — blending Othello and The Merchant of Venice, with cameos from other plays — to explore outsiders, identity, and belonging, and it won second place in ASC’s 2023 Muse of Fire Playwriting Contest.
Cost: From $20

Outside Atlanta

Anything Goes
When: Aug. 23-24 and 29-31
Where: Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock
What: Cole Porter’s classic musical comedy sails aboard the SS American as stowaway Billy tries to win back his true love with help from nightclub singer Reno Sweeney and a colorful cast of sailors, showgirls and gangsters. Packed with big dance numbers, romance and madcap humor.
Cost: From $22

FOODIE EVENTS

In Atlanta

Luxury Afternoon Tea Bus Tour
When: Saturdays
Where: Departs from 212 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW, Atlanta
What: Guided sightseeing tour aboard a chic pink bus featuring premium teas, fresh scones, savory bites and desserts while passing landmarks like Centennial Olympic Park and the Georgia State Capitol. Temperature-controlled comfort with live narration.
Cost: From $85

Courtesy of Awesome Events

RnB Mimosa Festival
When: Aug. 23
Where: Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive NW, Atlanta
What: Sip mimosas and enjoy a night of R&B, good vibes, and live music at this weekend festival.
Cost: From $35.83

Hatch Chile Fest
When: Aug. 23
Where: Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q and Wild Heaven Beer, Toco Hill Shopping Center, Atlanta
What: A one-day, block party-style celebration featuring Hatch Chile inspired dishes and release of a limited-edition Hatch Chili collaboration beer.
Cost: From $55

Outside Atlanta

Summer in Sicily Cooking Class
When: Aug. 22
Where: Leaning Ladder, 105 E Main Street, Woodstock
What: Hands-on culinary class with Chef Chris featuring a Sicilian summer menu of watermelon-mint-caper salad, stuffed calamari, seafood couscous and mason jar cannoli with candied pistachios.
Cost: From $120.72

FARMERS MARKETS & ARTS & CRAFTS MARKETS

Outside Atlanta

Main Street Fayetteville Farmers Market
When: Saturdays
Where: 240 Glynn Street S, Fayetteville
What: Weekly farmers market offering locally sourced produce, baked goods, prepared foods, and artisanal items in the heart of downtown Fayetteville.
Cost: Free to attend

Sandy Springs Farmers Market
When: Saturdays through Nov. 22
Where: City Green, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs
What: Weekly open-air market featuring locally grown produce, artisanal foods, and handmade goods from regional vendors.
Cost: Free to attend

Woodstock Farm Fresh Market
When: Saturdays through Dec. 27
Where: Market Street & Elm Street, downtown Woodstock
What: Weekly outdoor market featuring locally grown produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, jams, bath and beauty products, and more along Market Street and Reformation Brewery’s Backyard.
Cost: Free to attend

Waller’s Coffee Shop Artists Market
When: Aug. 23
Where: Waller’s Coffee Shop, 240 Dekalb Industrial Way, Decatur
What: Outdoor artisan market featuring 15 local vendors, live music, and coffee in a laid-back community setting.
Cost: Free to attend

OTHER

In Atlanta

Bingo Loco
When: Aug. 22
Where: Believe Music Hall, Atlanta
What: High-energy bingo rave featuring comedian hosts, throwback music, lip-sync battles, dance-offs, confetti blasts, CO2 cannons and bingo rounds with prizes ranging from vacations to cars and quirky goodies like air fryers and lawnmowers.
Cost: From $33

K-Pop Demon Hunters Dance & Drag Party
When: Aug. 23
Where: Lore Atlanta, 466 Edgewood Ave. SE, Atlanta
What: High-energy 21+ K-Pop-themed dance party and drag show featuring Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, DJ Lillie Smalls and performances by Persuasians, celebrating the Honeymoon era of K-Pop Demon Hunters.
Cost: $8–$15; early-bird and group tickets available

Reptile Day
When: Aug. 23
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta
What: Visit with snakes, lizards, turtles and more at the museum from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: From $25.95

$20 Tuesdays Georgia Aquarium
When: Tuesdays through Aug. 28
Where: Georgia Aquarium, downtown Atlanta
What: In celebration of Georgia Aquarium's 20th anniversary, enjoy admission for just $20 on Tuesdays. Limit of 6 tickets per transaction.
Cost: $20

Outside Atlanta

Butterfly Encounter
When: Through Aug. 31
Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, Willeo Road, Roswell
What: Observe hundreds of living butterflies in the outdoor, tented Butterfly Encounter, Bring your camera for photos. Nectar and host plants available for purchase.
Cost: From $14

Circus Vazquez
When: Aug. 22 – Sept. 7, times vary (see website)
Where: Plaza Fiesta, 4166 Buford Hwy. NE, Brookhaven
What: Experience a mega show filled with jaw-dropping acrobatics, dazzling costumes, and thrilling acts for the whole family.
Cost: From $17.23

Lucky Strike Kennesaw Launch Party
When: Aug. 23
Where: Lucky Strike, 775 Cobb Place Blvd. NW, Kennesaw
What: Grand opening celebration with free bowling (first-come, first-served), arcade play, food specials, cocktails and more at Kennesaw’s new black-light bowling and entertainment venue.
Cost: Free entry; RSVP required for perks (includes $10 arcade card)

Atlanta Printmakers Studio 20th Anniversary
When: Aug. 23
Where: Atlanta Printmakers Studio, Hapeville
What: Celebrate two decades of fine art printmaking with food, art, and community at this anniversary event. Donations of $5 are encouraged to support the studio’s mission of providing learning opportunities and workspace for artists.
Cost: Free (suggested $5 donation)

SPORTS

In Atlanta

College Football Hall of Fame Football Fest
When: Aug. 23
Where: College Football Hall of Fame, downtown Atlanta
What: Explore all-new exhibits, including first-ever motion-based AI visualization; visit The Home Depot GameDay bus; and participate in football clinics (reservations required).
Cost: Free ($35 for VIP tour)

College Football Hall of Fame kicks off new season

It’s college football’s ''Week Zero,'' which means several teams will return to the gridiron this Saturday for an early-season kickoff. And there’s no better place to celebrate the start of our favorite season than at Atlanta’s own Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame.

Atlanta Dream vs. Minnesota Lynx/New York Liberty
When: Aug. 21 and 23
Where: College Park Gateway Center Arena, College Park
What: The Dream face the top-seeded Lynx followed by a battle against New York Liberty.
Cost: From $67.15

Braves vs. Mets
When: Aug. 22-24
Where: Truist Park, The Battery Atlanta, Atlanta
What: Friday night is Alumni Night with fireworks after the game; Saturday is Hunting and Fishing Night presented by Georgia Department of Natural Resources; and there will be a meet-and-greet with BLOOPER and Percy the Rooster on Sunday.
Cost: From $13.25

Atlanta United vs. Toronto
When: Aug. 24
Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, downtown Atlanta
What: Atlanta United takes on Toronto on Sunday.
Cost: From $25

Run With Maud 5K Run/Walk
When: Aug. 23
Where: Shirley Clarke Franklin Park (formerly Westside Park), Atlanta
What: A 5K run and walk to raise money and awareness for the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation, which provides mental health resources for Black boys, academic scholarships, youth programming and advocacy for equity and social justice.
Cost: $45 to participate and receive t-shirt, $30 no t-shirt

COMING UP

National Dog Day at Hotel Granada
When: Aug. 26
Where: Hotel Granada, 1302 W. Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta
What: Pet-friendly activities, specialty cocktails and mocktails from cash bar, stylish dog bandanas, and adoption/fostering opportunities through LifeLine Animal Project.
Cost: Free

Festival of the Painted Rock
When: Aug. 30
Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, Roswell
What: A one-day festival featuring art, music, nature, tasty local eats and more.
Cost: From $60