5 of the best things you can do in Atlanta this weekend

Head to Red’s Beer Garden this Sunday to compete in their second annual hot dog eating contest.
Via Red's Beer Garden's Facebook page

A lot has happened in the last week, from SCOTUS rulings to the possible and already confirmed closures of iconic businesses (RIP The Highlander). It’s been a lot. If you’re looking for ways to unwind after a stressful week, we’ve got you covered.

Check out these five events below:

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Catch a flick for free at “Pics in the Park”

Popcorn and moviegoers, rejoice: the “Pics in the Park” FREE film series in Dunwoody has returned! The lineup includes popular children’s films as well as family-friendly classics, with “Black Panther” playing this Friday night. Chick-fil-A and Top Job Beverages will also have concessions on-site.

Location: Dunwoody - 4575 N Shallowford Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338; Time: 8-11 p.m.; Date: Friday, July 1; Admission: Free; Website: dunwoodyga.gov.

Attend a PlantHouse workshop

It’s time to get your gardening on! Bring the art of bonsai into your own home by attending a workshop at PlantHouse Decatur, where you can pot a 4′′ juniper bonsai tree, add decorative rocks and learn how to care for your new plant baby.

Location: Decatur - 112 W Trinity Pl, Decatur, GA 30030; Time: 6:30-8 p.m.; Date: Saturday, July 2; Admission: $40; Website: eventbrite.com.

Participate in a hot dog eating competition

Head to Red’s Beer Garden this Sunday to compete in their second annual hot dog eating contest. Tickets are $20 to enter and include three beers from Three Taverns. There will be plenty of prizes to be won, and Caroline King of the Bitch Beer Podcast will serve as Master of Ceremonies.

Location: East Atlanta - 1328 Boulevard SE; Time: 2 p.m.; Date: Sunday, July 3; Admission: $20 to enter, free to attend; Website: redsbeergarden.com.

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