Clear your weekend schedule because these 10 metro Atlanta events are calling
Atlanta is throwing a little bit of everything your way this weekend. Whether you’re rolling deep with friends, solo or chasing kid-friendly fun, scroll down for 10 of the most exciting things to do this weekend.
August Patio Party
Rina’s August Patio Party is bringing the early weekend vibes with new food and drink menu items and live DJs to keep the festivities going.
Location: Old Fourth Ward - 699 Ponce De Leon Ave NE; Date: August 14; Admission: Free; Time: 7-9 p.m.; Website: rinakitchen.com
Sloomoo Institute’s Slime Mold Exhibit
Sloomoo Institute is unveiling a new immersive exhibit, inviting you into an enchanted forest filled will inflatable tubes that come together when you work together.
Location: Buckhead - 3637 Peachtree Rd NE; Date: Opens permanently August 14; Admission: $21.99 and up; Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sun-Wed); 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Thur); 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Fri); 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Sat); Website: sloomooinstitute.com
Placita on Ponce
Spice up your Friday at Placita on Ponce, the ultimate Latin block party lighting up the Central Food Hall at Ponce City Market! El Super Pan and La Metro are bringing the place to life with delicious Latin bites, live music, flamenco performances, free salsa lessons and more.
Location: Old Fourth Ward - 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE; Date: August 15; Admission: Free; Time: 4-9 p.m.; Website: poncecitymarket.com
Jazz Summer Sessions: Wine, Live Music and Frosé
Taste Wine Bar and Market is wrapping up its weekly live jazz summer season. Hear from some of Atlanta’s most talented musicians while you sip from over 50+ curated wines and drink specials.
Location: Upper westside - 202 Chattahoochee Row NW; Date: August 15; Admission: Free; Time: 6-9 p.m.; Website: eventbrite.com
Weekly Winery Tour
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how City Winery crafts their wines. Follow the process from barrel to bottle, with tastings throughout the tour.
Location: Downtown Atlanta - 650 North Avenue NE; Date: August 15; Admission: $60; Time: Doors open at 2:50 p.m. tour starts at 3 p.m.; Website: citywinery.com
Pigs and Peaches
This mouthwatering free event will feature a barbecue cook-off, local food and merchandise vendors, tons of family-friendly activities and a blues concert at the Historic Train Depot in Downtown Kennesaw.
Location: Kennesaw - 2828 Cherokee St NW; Date: August 15-16; Admission: Free; Time: 6-10 p.m. (Fri); 10 a.m.. to 10 p.m. (Sat); Website: kennesaw-ga.gov
Sunset Spritz Social
If you’re looking to try something new with friends then stop by Grana for Sunset Spritz Social, a cocktail-making class where you’ll learn how to make drinks and enjoy a complimentary spritz bar and curated light bites.
Location: Piedmont Heights - 1835 Piedmont Ave NE; Date: August 16; Admission: $45; Time: 7-10 p.m.; Website: lu.ma
K-Pop MiniCon
Calling all K-pop fans, this one’s for you. Head over to Gas South Convention Center for the ultimate celebration of Korean pop culture. From guest panels and cosplay to fan merch and a mini concert, this event is worth the drive.
Location: Duluth - 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Date: August 16; Admission: $16 and up; Time: Noon to 11 p.m.; Website: kpopminicon.com
Piedmont Park Arts Festival
Stroll through rows of stunning art from up to 250 local and national artists at Piedmont Park. This free two-day outdoor event will also have a designated play area for the children, live music and healthy food vendors.
Location: Midtown Atlanta - 1071 Piedmont Ave; Date: August 16-17; Admission: Free; Time: 10 a.m.. to 5 p.m. (Sat); 11 a.m.. to 5 p.m. (Sun); Website: piedmontparkartsfestival.com
Labubu Market Experience
The viral collectable craze is making it’s way to Battle & Brew for a one-of-a-kind themed market and tattoo experience. Buy, sell or trade your favorite Labubu items and get an exclusive tattoo while you’re there!
Location: Cobb - 925 Battery Ave SE; Date: August 17; Admission: Free; Time: Noon to 5 p.m.; Website: battleandbrewbattery.com
Here’s what’s going down in metro Atlanta this weekend: pop-ups, food …