Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | March 13-15, 2026

List of things to do this weekend in Atlanta, including St. Patrick's Day events, festivals, fairs, live music, comedy, family-friendly events and more.

Pet of the day: Diane
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Paws Atlanta brings in Diane for adoption. To learn more about taking her home visit Pawsatlanta.org

‘Titanic-inspired’ statue of Trump, Epstein pops up in DC

A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.

Treasure hunters prepare for annual Sandy Springs shopping event

Tomorrow may be Friday the 13th, but we can promise a very lucky start to the weekend for bargain hunters in Sandy Springs!

Car hits DeKalb school bus causing it to hit another car, police say

Four students and a bus driver were taken to the hospital after a crash in DeKalb County. The road is now reopened, but how the crash happened is unclear.

Did You Mean To Say That?
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 Portia sits down with a communication coach who gives tips on how to tackle hard conversations with intention and confidence. Four “Portia” viewers also get tips on how to be direct without being harsh. Later, they all play a fun game sure to help them succeed in real life scenarios.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 39 latest updates

Wednesday marks Day 39 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.

Pet of the day: Jack
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Atlanta Humane Society brings in Jack for adoption. To learn more visit Atlantahumane.org

Lobstergate: Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon faces backlash over $7 million lobster spree

From $15 million in ribeyes to $98,000 pianos, discover the most outrageous items in the Pentagon's $93 billion end-of-year spending spree under Pete Hegseth.

Rose Byrne headlines inspiring real-life drama 'Tow' 

Rose Byrne stars in the upcoming film “Tow," based on the real-life story of a woman fighting to reclaim her impounded car.

Rose Byrne talks about 'Tow'
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Rose Byrne joined Paul Milliken and Good Day Atlanta to talk about her new movie named "Tow."

Bam Adebayo scores 83 points, 2nd-best in NBA history

Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-best scoring effort in NBA history, surpassing Kobe Bryant's 81-point performance.

 HIV Prevention: Women’s Edition
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Portia hosts an inspiring conversation on HIV prevention and the power of women knowing their status. Featuring activist Masonia Traylor and actor Miss Lawrence, this episode celebrates the resilient women advocating for change and shares the essential steps every woman can take to stay healthy and informed.

Pet of the Day: Gracie & Trixie
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FurKids brings in two dogs for adoption. Visit furkids.org for more information. 

'Come From Away' inspiration to attend City Springs Theatre Company production

When the musical "Come From Away" makes its regional premiere at City Springs Theatre Company this weekend, one audience member in particular will be mouthing the words to every song.

Atlanta ranks 78th on WalletHub’s most diverse cities list

A new study suggests Atlanta may not be as diverse as many people might expect — at least when compared with cities across the country.

12-year-old Villa Rica girl dies following fight, family wants answers

Police are reportedly investigating the death of a 12-year-old Mason Creek Middle School student after her mother said the girl suffered injuries following a fight with another student after getting off a school bus.

Inside The Pressure Cooker with Chef Justin
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Celebrity Chef Justin Robinson stops by to share life lessons from his experience working with Steve Harvey and other celebrities. He also dishes on what happens when things get sticky in the kitchen. Later, Chef Justin whips up a meal inspired by the Mardi Gras spirit.

Meet Adira: Pet of the Day for 3/9/2026
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Adira is the pet of the day for March 9, 2026, and is available from the Feral Cat Program of Georgia. 

Family wants charges dropped in Hall County teacher prank death

The family of North Hall High School teacher Jason Hughes says he was excited to “catch" students involved in a prank and slipped in the rain before being struck by a vehicle.