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Five Things To Do Today

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Colors Everywhere!

05/20/2026 10:00 AM
The CRCA Theater
A joyful celebration of color through popular chil...
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Author Trisha Addicks, "The Rush Bible"

05/20/2026 11:30 AM
Swan Coach House
Trisha Addicks is coming to Atlanta to celebrate t...
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Accessibility as a Brand Advantage: How Inclusive Design Impacts Marketing Success

05/20/2026 12:00 PM
Atlanta Apartment Association Inc.
Accessibility isn't just a compliance requirement;...
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Celebrating the Global Games: Star Players on a Global Stage

05/20/2026 5:00 PM
College Football Hall of Fame
Join AMA-Atlanta as we kick off celebrating the Gl...
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Stripers

Gwinnett Stripers vs. Charlotte Knights

05/20/2026 6:35 PM
Coolray Field
The Gwinnett Stripers are the Triple-A affiliate o...
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Indie Film Series 2026

05/20/2026 7:30 PM
Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre
Join us once a month for independent filmmaking at...
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CL Recommends

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JAY ELECTRONICA at The Loft

05/21/2026 8:00 PM
The Loft

CRITIC'S PICK:
Thurs. May 21
Jay Electronica, Loft - Although he signed to Jay-Z's Roc Nation...

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Levi Foster W/ Zach Stich at Eddie's Attic

05/21/2026 9:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC'S PICK:
Thurs., May 21
Levi Foster, Eddie's Attic - Any singer/songwriter titling his...

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City Green Live: Sister Hazel

05/22/2026 12:00 AM
City Springs

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., May 22
Sister Hazel, City Green Live/Sandy Springs - Only hardcore Sister...

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Zach Person at Avon Theater

05/22/2026 8:00 PM
Avon Theater

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., May 22
Zach Person, Avon Theatre - Let's Get Loud, the title of blues rocker...

—more info
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Southern Hospitality Tour: The Black Crowes And Whiskey Myers

05/23/2026 12:00 AM
Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., May 23
The Black Crowes, Whiskey Myers, Southall, Ameris Bank Amphitheatre -...

—more info
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Wes Bayliss

05/23/2026 8:00 PM
Eddie Owen presents: Red Clay Music Foundry

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat. May 23
Wes Bayliss, Eddie Owen Presents at Red Clay - Country rockers The...

—more info
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David Nail: Down To The Studs Tour at Eddie's Attic

05/24/2026 6:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., May 24
David Nail, Eddie's Attic - It's multi-platinum selling country...

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Birthday Bash ATL 2026: 30th Anniversary Concert

05/24/2026 6:00 PM
State Farm Arena

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sun. May 24
Birthday Bash, State Farm Arena - Birthday Bash, Atlanta's annual...

—more info
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Uncle Lucius: the 20th Anniversary Tour with the Point at Terminal West

05/24/2026 8:00 PM
Terminal West

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sun., May 24
Uncle Lucius, The Point, Terminal West - Anyone who dismisses getting...

—more info

Atlanta Concerts and Live Music

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Wes Bayliss

05/23/2026 8:00 PM
Eddie Owen presents: Red Clay Music Foundry

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat. May 23
Wes Bayliss, Eddie Owen Presents at Red Clay - Country rockers The...

—more info

Atlanta Festivals

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Atlanta Jazz Festival

05/22/2026 8:00 PM
Atlanta Jazz Festival returns to Piedmont Park May 23-25, 2026 with three days of free live music during Memorial Day weekend.
—more info
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Virginia-Highland Summerfest

06/05/2026 8:00 PM
Virginia-Highland Summerfest brings a juried art market, live music, family activities, and one of Atlanta’s best-known neighborhood festival weekends...
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Comic Con Atlanta 2026

07/01/2026 12:00 PM
The festival is expected to take place next July at its long time venue, the Ga World Congress Center. 
—more info

Atlanta Food and Drink Events

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Sweet Auburn Barbecue Brings Back Good Luck Smoke Show

05/20/2026 5:00 PM
Sweet Auburn BBQ
Atlanta-based Sweet Auburn Barbecue brings back Good Luck Smoke Show on Wednesday, May 20, a one-night celebration timed with Asian American and Pacif...
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Tio Lucho’s Ceviche Sessions Returns May 20

05/20/2026 6:00 PM
Tio Lucho's
By popular demand, Ceviche Sessions returns to Tio Lucho’s with the next installment set for May 20, 2026, continuing the restaurant’s interactive, ch...
—more info
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Memorial Day Weekend at Lanier Islands Resort

05/22/2026 12:00 PM
Lake Lanier Islands
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend, Lanier Islands Resort lifts the curtain on an A250-themed Uncle Sam's Pop-up Bar inside its 23,000-square-foot indoor ...
—more info
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ATL AM Rave

05/23/2026 10:00 AM
Cultured South Fermentation Co.
FREE coffee for the first 30 guests, get there early, doors open at 10am! Who: DJ Babey Drew on the decks (Power 96.1, Grammy winner, Chris Brown's ...
—more info
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Handmade Market: Local Makers at Harmony Park

05/23/2026 11:00 AM
Harmony Park
Come shop local with us at Harmony Park! Featuring local makers with handmade goods, arts, crafts, vintage finds, home decor, self care treats and mor...
—more info
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Weekly Winery Tour at City Winery Atlanta

05/23/2026 3:00 PM
City Winery Atlanta
City Winery Atlanta presents our Weekly Winery Tour every Saturday at 3pm! See all Winery Tours here.

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Uncover the secrets of At...
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The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show

05/23/2026 6:00 PM
Sonesta Atlanta Northwest
Categories: Dinner, Theater, Comedy North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night o...
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Weekly Winery Tour at City Winery Atlanta

05/24/2026 3:00 PM
City Winery Atlanta
City Winery Atlanta presents our Weekly Winery Tour every Saturday and Sunday at 3pm! See all Winery Tours here.

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Uncover the se...
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Paint and Sip: Paint Night Done Right - Atlanta

05/24/2026 5:00 PM
Taste Wine Bar and Market
Categories: Other Beer, Wine, Spirits, Socializing, Painting Classes Turn your next night out into something creative with this paint and sip experien...
—more info

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Atlanta Events, Festivals, Concerts & Things to Do


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Atlanta Noir book tour

Friday September 1, 2017 12:00 AM EDT 09/01/2017 12:00 AM
Decatur Square & Courthouse Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts, Arts::Books, Nightlife::After Hours
The Atlanta Noir book tour features a series of14 fictional stories which each highlight a different neighborhood of Atlanta. The authors include editor Tayari Jones as well as Tananarive Due, Kenji Jasper, Tayari Jones and Dallas Hudgens, among others. As a grand finish to the tour, the final tour ... [click here for more]

A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words

Friday September 1, 2017 05:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 5:00 PM
dk Gallery Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts, Arts::Visual Arts
This show will feature artists that incorporate words, letters, or song into their art. The mediums will include things such as magazines, collaged letters and handwritten notes. Many artists will also include pieces that respond to poetry or songs. [click here for more]

WET PAINT at Markay Gallery

Friday September 1, 2017 05:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 5:00 PM
Cost: Free-$5
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts, Arts::Visual Arts
The First Friday opening of September is WET PAINT. The work will have the appearance of being wet and dripping, in glossy and shiny beauty. Join the gallery for the opening on September 1. [click here for more]

Buckhead Kickoff Mania Block Party

Friday September 1, 2017 06:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 6:00 PM
Cost: $9.99-$30
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
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EVENT NAME: Buckhead Kickoff Mania Block Party

Buckhead Kickoff Mania Block Party

The Official Pub Crawl of the College Football Kickoff Weekend for all Alabama, Florida State, Tennessee & Georgia Tech football alumni, fans & friends.

12 Participating Bars & Restaurants: Buckhead Saloon, Ch... [click here for more]

Trapped Under Ice, Fury, Freedom, Abuse of Power, Pay To Cum

Friday September 1, 2017 07:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 7:00 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $15
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music
Tickets [click here for more]

Remo Drive, McCafferty, worlds greatest dad

Friday September 1, 2017 07:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 7:00 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $10
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music, Nightlife::After Hours
Tickets [click here for more]

Riley Green and Muscadine Bloodline

Friday September 1, 2017 07:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 7:00 PM
Buckhead Theatre Cost: $16-$20
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music
Tickets [click here for more]

DJ Dance Party at Mothers

Friday September 1, 2017 08:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 8:00 PM
MOTHER Bar + Kitchen Cost: No Cost Info
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nightlife::After Hours
Friday and Saturday nights get crazy with rotating DJ’s!

Come early or wait in a long ass line lol.

[click here for more]

Haley Mae Campbell, Coal Mountain Band

Friday September 1, 2017 08:30 PM EDT 09/01/2017 8:30 PM
Smith's Olde Bar Cost: $8-$10
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
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Simon Joyner & the Ghosts w/ the David Nance Group

Friday September 1, 2017 09:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 9:00 PM
529 Bar Cost: $8 (adv). $10 (door).
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music
Buy tickets here. [click here for more]
Wildpitch 87 Vs 92

1987 VS 1992

Friday September 1, 2017 09:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 9:00 PM
WildPitch Underground (Music Hall) Cost: $5-$8.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nightlife::After Hours
1987 VS 1992: A Tribute to the Music & the Times

Soundtrack by DJ Jaycee Hosted by Fort Knox

DISCOUNTED ADVANCE TIX FOR A LIMITED TIME - https://www.freshtix.com/events/1987-vs-1992

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST 9:00 PM - 2:30 AM WildPitch Underground, 255 Trinity Ave, ATL 30303

OVER 5 HOURS OF MUS... [click here for more]
Mark Farina

MARK FARINA at the Music Room

Friday September 1, 2017 10:00 PM EDT 09/01/2017 10:00 PM
The Music Room Cost: $15
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nightlife::After Hours
Friday September 1st 2017

In association with The Atlanta Weekender, Music Room presents MARK FARINA (Om Records, Mushroom Jazz)

[click here for more]
Crespo College Kickoff Party

Crespo : College Football Kickoff Afterparty

Saturday September 2, 2017 12:00 AM EDT 09/02/2017 12:00 AM
Gold Room Cost: No Cost Info
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nightlife::After Hours
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