Plan your long weekend in metro Atlanta: Festivals, fireworks and more

Memorial Day weekend is here, and metro Atlanta is buzzing with ways to have fun! Something is happening in every corner of the city, from high-energy festivals and outdoor markets to live music and family-friendly fun. Here are 10 can’t-miss events around town to keep your schedule packed.

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Location: Downtown Atlanta - 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW; Date: May 22-25; Admission: $50 and up; Time: Times vary, see website; Website: momocon.com

Forsyth Main Street Market

Looking for a delightful way to spend your Friday? Swing by the Forsyth Main Street Market. You can explore a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce, artisan crafts, and homemade goods offered by local vendors.

Location: Downtown Forsyth - 23 E Main St; Date: May 23; Admission: Free; Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Website: forsythmainstreet.net

The Murder Mystery Co’s Dinner Theater Show

Looking for a night out that’s anything but ordinary? The Murder Mystery Company is bringing their hilariously interactive dinner theater show to Hudson Grille Midtown, and it’s the event everyone’s dying to attend, literally! Each evening features a themed whodunit, where you’ll enjoy a delicious three-course meal while unraveling clues, interrogating suspects, and more!

Location: Midtown Atlanta - 942 Peachtree St NE; Date: May 23; Admission: $69; Time: 7-9:30 p.m.; Website: murdermysterydinneratlanta.com

Stone Mountain Park’s Memorial Day Weekend

Kick off summer with a bang at Stone Mountain Park’s Memorial Day Weekend celebration! It’s a full weekend of family fun, live entertainment, and one of the most spectacular laser light shows in the South—capped off each night with a patriotic fireworks finale.

Location: Stone Mountain - 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd; Date: May 23-26; Admission: $36.99 and up; Time: 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Fri); 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Sat-Mon); Website: stonemountainpark.com

Bachata Bootcamp and Dance Social

Ready to spice up your weekend with some rhythm and fun? Head over to Academy Ballroom for the 2-Hour Bachata Beginner Bootcamp & Party! Whether you’re new to dancing or just looking to brush up on your moves, this workshop is perfect for you. You’ll learn the basics of Bachata, including footwork and partner work, all in a friendly and supportive environment.

Location: Buckhead - 800 Miami Cir NE; Date: May 24; Admission: $50; Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Website: pasofino.punchpass.com

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