Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Aug. 22-24, 2025
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.
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.
Amazon now selling used Hertz rental cars online
Hertz Car Sales is partnering with Amazon Autos to sell thousands of used cars online, with initial availability in Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, and Seattle.
Hertz Car Sales is partnering with Amazon Autos to sell thousands of used cars online, with initial availability in Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, and Seattle.
’Tis the season at Atlanta’s College Football Hall of Fame
It's game on at the College Football Hall of Fame, which is celebrating the return of College Football with a big party this Saturday.
It's game on at the College Football Hall of Fame, which is celebrating the return of College Football with a big party this Saturday.
Iconic Bankhead Seafood could reopen this month, Killer Mike says
Bankhead Seafood, a Bankhead landmark, has been closed since last month for renovations.
Bankhead Seafood, a Bankhead landmark, has been closed since last month for renovations.
Cracker Barrel unveils new logo, fall menu amid brand makeover
Cracker Barrel has introduced a refreshed look alongside a new fall menu.
Cracker Barrel has introduced a refreshed look alongside a new fall menu.
Costco's Pepsi-to-Coke switch goes viral as members sound off
Membership warehouse chain Costco completed a nationwide transition to Coca-Cola products in food courts, ending an 11-year partnership with PepsiCo that began in 2013.
Membership warehouse chain Costco completed a nationwide transition to Coca-Cola products in food courts, ending an 11-year partnership with PepsiCo that began in 2013.
John Boyega, William Shatner lead guest list for 2025 Dragon Con
Dragon Con organizers say this year’s convention will offer something for fans of every genre — from classic sci-fi lovers to hardcore gamers.
Dragon Con organizers say this year’s convention will offer something for fans of every genre — from classic sci-fi lovers to hardcore gamers.
Wanted: Your memories about Atlanta icon The Colonnade!
It’s been an institution in the Atlanta dining scene for nearly a century — and now, you can help preserve the fascinating history of The Colonnade for future generations.
It’s been an institution in the Atlanta dining scene for nearly a century — and now, you can help preserve the fascinating history of The Colonnade for future generations.
Georgia Aquarium adds new tech to help low-vision visitors see exhibits
Georgia Aquarium has partnered with ReBokeh Vision Technologies to become the first U.S. aquarium to offer free, on-site access to the ReBokeh mobile app for visitors with low vision.
Georgia Aquarium has partnered with ReBokeh Vision Technologies to become the first U.S. aquarium to offer free, on-site access to the ReBokeh mobile app for visitors with low vision.
Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey
A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."
A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."
Newly released video shows Southwest pilot admitting to drinking '3 beers' before failed sobriety test
A Southwest Airlines pilot was arrested and charged with driving under the influence just before his flight was scheduled to take off from the Savannah airport.
A Southwest Airlines pilot was arrested and charged with driving under the influence just before his flight was scheduled to take off from the Savannah airport.
BB’s Bagels makes comeback months after devastating fire
More than six months after a fire destroyed BB’s Bagels in Forsyth County, the family-owned shop is back — this time in Alpharetta.
More than six months after a fire destroyed BB’s Bagels in Forsyth County, the family-owned shop is back — this time in Alpharetta.
'Skibidi' and 'tradwife' among 6,000 new words added to Cambridge dictionary
Cambridge Dictionary has added more than 6,000 new words this year, reflecting how quickly the English language is changing.
Cambridge Dictionary has added more than 6,000 new words this year, reflecting how quickly the English language is changing.
Ohio Chick-fil-A ruffles feathers with teen chaperone policy
An Ohio Chick-fil-A upset locals this back-to-school season by reminding customers of its "teen chaperone policy."
An Ohio Chick-fil-A upset locals this back-to-school season by reminding customers of its "teen chaperone policy."
'The Last Dance': North America’s largest powwow to close after 4 decades
Organizers of the Gathering of Nations, North America’s largest powwow, announced the 2026 event will be its last after 43 years in Albuquerque.
Organizers of the Gathering of Nations, North America’s largest powwow, announced the 2026 event will be its last after 43 years in Albuquerque.
10-year-old chess prodigy defeats 60-year-old grandmaster
At 10 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become the youngest female chess player to defeat a grandmaster.
At 10 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become the youngest female chess player to defeat a grandmaster.
City council cracks down on ‘vulgar’ merchandise at popular beach destination
Officials said the "vulgar merchandise" is tarnishing the area’s family-friendly image.
Officials said the "vulgar merchandise" is tarnishing the area’s family-friendly image.
Krispy Kreme unveils 'Harry Potter' inspired donut collection
The latest treats from Krispy Kreme are available in five flavors and here’s how you can get them.
The latest treats from Krispy Kreme are available in five flavors and here’s how you can get them.
Hayley McNeff, champion bodybuilder and life coach, dead at 37
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
Starbucks CEO sets new time goal for baristas making your order
Four minutes or less. That is how long the Starbucks chief executive officer would like for it to take from order to drink in hand.
Four minutes or less. That is how long the Starbucks chief executive officer would like for it to take from order to drink in hand.