Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | July 17-19, 2026
From outdoor mountain adventures to high-energy city festivals, this curated list highlights the absolute best events, concerts, and family-friendly activities happening across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia this weekend.
From outdoor mountain adventures to high-energy city festivals, this curated list highlights the absolute best events, concerts, and family-friendly activities happening across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia this weekend.
How a simple look out an office window created Atlanta's iconic park
Centennial Olympic Park is currently serving as the central hub for Atlanta’s World Cup experience, packing in tens of thousands of soccer fans.
Centennial Olympic Park is currently serving as the central hub for Atlanta’s World Cup experience, packing in tens of thousands of soccer fans.
Atlanta sports bar fights spark permanent bans for disruptive fans
An Atlanta sports bar declared a strict "zero tolerance" policy after social media videos captured soccer fans fighting outside the business on Tuesday evening.
An Atlanta sports bar declared a strict "zero tolerance" policy after social media videos captured soccer fans fighting outside the business on Tuesday evening.
Atlanta weather: Muggier, warmer weather ahead for World Cup semifinal
Rain chances are lower Wednesday, but Atlanta will remain warm and humid as fans head to the World Cup semifinal.
Rain chances are lower Wednesday, but Atlanta will remain warm and humid as fans head to the World Cup semifinal.
World Cup: England faces Argentina in final Atlanta Stadium match
Rain did not stop thousands of soccer fans from packed celebrations at the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta.
Rain did not stop thousands of soccer fans from packed celebrations at the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta.
18-year-old jailed on gang charges in Banty Jones Park shooting
An 18-year-old man is behind bars following his arrest in connection with an April shooting that wounded a young child, according to the Rome Police Department.
An 18-year-old man is behind bars following his arrest in connection with an April shooting that wounded a young child, according to the Rome Police Department.
Arrest made in 1999 killing of Atlanta mother Bridgett Lockhart
Nearly three decades after a young Atlanta mother was found dead inside her home, investigators have made an arrest in the case.
Nearly three decades after a young Atlanta mother was found dead inside her home, investigators have made an arrest in the case.
Father detained after child accidentally shot in SW Atlanta
An accidental weapon discharge in a southwest Atlanta neighborhood on Tuesday afternoon left a young child hospitalized and a father in police custody.
An accidental weapon discharge in a southwest Atlanta neighborhood on Tuesday afternoon left a young child hospitalized and a father in police custody.
Argentina vs. England: A semifinal about more than football
A fierce and deeply rooted football rivalry will reignite in Atlanta on Wednesday as Argentina and England face off at Atlanta Stadium with a spot in the World Cup final on the line.
A fierce and deeply rooted football rivalry will reignite in Atlanta on Wednesday as Argentina and England face off at Atlanta Stadium with a spot in the World Cup final on the line.
World Cup Atlanta: Watch parties, events for semifinal matches
A list of watch parties for the semifinal matches happening July 14 and 15 in Dallas, Texas, and Atlanta.
A list of watch parties for the semifinal matches happening July 14 and 15 in Dallas, Texas, and Atlanta.
World Cup Atlanta: Fans pouring into Atlanta for semifinal match
Thousands of supporters packed downtown Tuesday for the tournament’s first semifinal between France and Spain as other fans begin to arrive in Atlanta for the big match on Wednesday.
Thousands of supporters packed downtown Tuesday for the tournament’s first semifinal between France and Spain as other fans begin to arrive in Atlanta for the big match on Wednesday.
Security ramps up ahead of Atlanta World Cup semifinal; road closures
Law enforcement agencies are increasing security across Atlanta ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup semifinal.
Law enforcement agencies are increasing security across Atlanta ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup semifinal.
World Cup Atlanta: Team from Argentina arrives in Atlanta before semifinal
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final four teams, with Spain, France, Argentina and England all vying for a spot in Sunday's championship match.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final four teams, with Spain, France, Argentina and England all vying for a spot in Sunday's championship match.
22-year-old shot late Monday night in SW Atlanta
A 22-year-old man was taken to the hospital after he was shot overnight in southwest Atlanta, police said.
A 22-year-old man was taken to the hospital after he was shot overnight in southwest Atlanta, police said.
Recent high school graduate killed in Old Fourth Ward shooting; two teens arrested
An 18-year-old high school graduate is dead and two teenagers face murder charges after a Friday shooting in Atlanta.
An 18-year-old high school graduate is dead and two teenagers face murder charges after a Friday shooting in Atlanta.
This is why federal health officials are tracking a stomach bug in 31 states
Health officials are tracking a severe cyclosporiasis outbreak Georgia residents need to watch out for as state case counts climb.
Health officials are tracking a severe cyclosporiasis outbreak Georgia residents need to watch out for as state case counts climb.
Atlanta nightlife audit bill killed by committee
Atlanta rejected a proposal that would have granted police sweeping authority to audit financial records within the city's nightlife industry.
Atlanta rejected a proposal that would have granted police sweeping authority to audit financial records within the city's nightlife industry.
Frisco man sentenced to federal prison after sexually abusing minor at furry convention
A North Texas man will spend years in federal prison after transporting a minor to a furry convention in Georgia, sexually abusing them, and commissioning artwork of sexual acts between the victim and his "furry persona."
A North Texas man will spend years in federal prison after transporting a minor to a furry convention in Georgia, sexually abusing them, and commissioning artwork of sexual acts between the victim and his "furry persona."
FBI tracks antisemitic threat cases across Georgia; 4 charged
Federal authorities have cracked down on a wave of antisemitic threats targeting local employees and religious institutions, leveling charges against four men accused of sending death threats across Georgia.
Federal authorities have cracked down on a wave of antisemitic threats targeting local employees and religious institutions, leveling charges against four men accused of sending death threats across Georgia.
Warnock, Dickens tout housing bill in Adamsville
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens gathered in Adamsville on Monday to celebrate a new federal housing measure aimed at limiting the ability of large investment firms to purchase single-family homes.
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens gathered in Adamsville on Monday to celebrate a new federal housing measure aimed at limiting the ability of large investment firms to purchase single-family homes.