Local Events

Searching for a fun night away from the kiddos or on the hunt for a unique date idea? Then look no further than the newest monthly series at Fernbank Museum of Natural History – Fernbank After Dark.

The Children’s Museum of Atlanta kicks off Family Free Day on Feb. 13, the first of four to be offered this year.

The best thing about Galentine’s Day? It was created by Leslie Knope of “Parks and Recreation.” In the show, Leslie creates the celebration that falls annually on Feb. 13 and decides that the festivities should take place in the form of that which has brought women together for decades: a long and boozy brunch.

Ever dreamed of nibbling your way through Candyland? Sugar lovers, get ready for Candytopia, open Feb. 8 through June 2 at Lenox Marketplace.

Celebrated on the third Monday in January, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a national federal holiday honoring the influential American leader’s life and achievements in the battle for civil rights. Most well-known for his campaigns to end racial segregation, Dr. King has been an inspirational source for many to stand up for all types of change and justice.

Preparations are underway for the Super Bowl in Atlanta, now just a month away. With tens of thousands of visitors expected, the city will be filled with an array of happenings for visitors and Atlantans alike.

A new year brings new things like resolutions, fresh starts and even events. The holiday season may be over, but event season in Atlanta is not.

Forget the red carpet. This month, the Captain Planet Foundation hosted its annual “green carpet” Benefit Gala, bringing together celebrities, socialites and activists for a night of awards and awareness.

Thousands of gamers will flock to the Georgia World Congress Center for the return of DreamHack, the world’s premiere gaming festival, from Nov. 16-18. Gamers are able to bring their own gaming rigs to set up for nonstop gaming over three days. First time attending? Prepare for one of the most epic celebrations in the gaming community.

Calling all mortals! “The Ghastly Dreadfuls” are back from the dead and spookier than ever for their 2018 Halloween performances. Featuring all kinds of puppetry from stop-action silhouettes to marionettes and masques, the band of specters delights and distresses the audience with creepy tales from across the globe.

Put on your lederhosen and make room for a full weekend of beer, brawts and Bavarian pretzels at Oktoberfest Atlanta.

We’re encouraged to appreciate the little things in life, but what if we actually started doing that? Living the minimalistic lifestyle couldn’t be truer than for a tiny house owner. Embrace all things tiny when the Decatur Tiny House Festival returns Sept. 29-30.

Pull up a chair to Sunday supper at the charming Inn at Serenbe, with some of the South’s favorite culinary and beverage talent during the 9^th Annual Southern Chefs Potluck from 3-6PM on Sunday, Sept. 16.

One of the most popular July 4^th festivities and Atlanta traditions is the 49^th AJC Peachtree Road Race. The world’s largest 10k begins near Buckhead’s Lenox Square Mall and ends in Piedmont Park.

When you hear the word “circus” in the year 2018, you may think of the stylish Cirque du Soleil or the more traditional Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey. However, the former is quite expensive for a family, and the latter is defunct.