10 cool ways to spend your weekend in metro Atlanta: free festivals, free kid-friendly fun and more
If you’re trying to make the most of the weekend, consider this your cheat sheet. We’ve pulled together 10 things happening across the metro area and they are all worth the hype.
Movie Night: ‘The Goonies’
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and family for a fun night under the starts at Atlantic Station. You can sit back, relax and enjoy a free screening of the classic film, “The Goonies.”
Location: Atlantic Station - 1380 Atlantic Dr NW; Date: April 9; Admission: Free; Time: 7-9 p.m.; Website: batteryatl.com
Peppa Pig: My First Concert
Stop by Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center for an interactive live show of “Peppa Pig.” Families can sing and dance a long.
Location: Sandy Springs - 1 Galambos Wy; Date: April 9; Admission: $39.55 and up; Time: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. show; Website: sandyspringspac.com
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
Atlanta’s most iconic spring festival is back, and you don’t want to miss it. Piedmont Park will transform into a massive celebration of art, music and food.
Location: Midtown Atlanta - 1322 Monroe Drive; Date: April 10-12; Admission: $5 and up; Time: Noon to 9 p.m. (Fri), 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Sat), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sun); Website: dogwood.org
Festival on Ponce
Stroll through Olmsted Linear Park while discovering more than 100 incredible artists, handcrafted goods and live music.
Location: Druid Hills - 1788 Ponce De Leon Ave NE; Date: April 11-12; Admission: Free; Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sat), 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sun); Website: festivalonponce.com
Acworth Art Fest
Head to downtown Acworth for a day packed with delicious eats from food trucks, live music, family-friendly activities and fun for kids of all ages.
Location: Acworth - 4415 Center St; Date: April 11-12; Admission: Free; Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sat), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sun); Website: splashfestivals.com
Monster Jam
Get ready for an action-packed day at Monster Jam at Echo Park Speedway. This exciting event features massive trucks performing jaw-dropping stunts and racing through obstacle courses.
Location: Hampton - 1500 Tara Pl; Date: April 11-12; Admission: $49.98 and up; Time: 5 p.m. show (Sat), 3 p.m. show (Sun); Website: echoparkspeedway.com
Repticon
This two-day reptile expo is coming back to Gwinnett County Fairgrounds and it’s a playground of fun for everyone. Enjoy live animal encounters, meet dozens of reptiles and learn more from experts.
Location: Lawrenceville - 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Date: April 11-12; Admission: $10 and up; Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Sat), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Sun); Website: repticon.com
Georgia Renaissance Festival
This immersive experience features full-armored jousting tournaments, comedy and circus-style shows across 10 stages and a marketplace featuring 130 unique vendors.
Location: Fairburn - 6905 Virlyn B Smith Rd; Date: April 11-May 30; Admission: $13.40 and up; Time: Times vary, see website; Website: garenfest.com
UPS Second Sunday at the High
Explore hands-on activities, exhibits and beautiful galleries at High Museum of Art for UPS Second Sunday. Kids can play in a creative space while can adults also enjoy the art all around.
Location: Midtown Atlanta - 1280 Peachtree Rd NE; Date: April 12; Admission: Free; Time: Noon to 5 p.m.; Website: high.org
Cobb Trade Show
Held at Cobb Galleria Centre, this is a huge menswear fashion event so be ready to shop from more than 600 brands, vendors and more.
Location: Cobb - 2 Galleria Pkwy SE; Date: April 12; Admission: Free; Time: 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Website: cobbtradeshow.com
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