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Atlanta Arts Events & Performances

Looking for the best arts experiences in Atlanta? The arts calendar from Creative Loafing features the city’s most exciting gallery events, stage productions, film screenings, book readings, and cultural happenings. From downtown theater premieres to Westside art walks and international dance showcases, this is your gateway to Atlanta’s thriving arts scene.

For a complete guide to current museum and gallery exhibitions, visit our Exhibitions page.

Explore subcategories like Visual Arts, Theater, Film, Dance, Books, Spoken Word, and Opera for more focused listings.

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Exhibitions at Reeves House Visual Arts (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 4:00 AM

Reeves House Visual Arts Center

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Exhibitions at Atlanta History Center (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 9:00 AM

Atlanta History Center

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

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Exhibitions at Dekalb History Center - (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 10:00 AM

The DeKalb History Center

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Exhibitions at High Museum (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 10:00 AM

High Museum of Art

CRITIC’S PICK:
Fri., Oct. 10 - Sun., Feb. 8
Fashion Statements: Viktor & Rolf, High Museum — This...

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Exhibitions at Zuckerman Museum of Art (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 10:00 AM

Zuckerman Museum of Art

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Exhibitions at Carlos Museum (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 10:00 AM

Michael C. Carlos Museum

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Exhibitions at Oglethorpe University Museum of Art (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 2:00 PM

Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

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Theater and Dance Events

Spookhouse Annie

10/14/2026 10:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Experience Spookhouse Annie at the Center for Pupp...

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Exhibitions at Center for Puppetry Arts: (Wednesdays)

10/14/2026 10:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Explore current exhibitions on view at Center for ...

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Actor's Express presents: i never asked for a gofundme

10/14/2026 7:30 PM

Actor's Express Theatre Company

i never asked for a gofundme

WORLD PREMIERE!

W...

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Horizon Theatre presents Other Paths to God

10/14/2026 8:00 PM

Horizon Theatre Company

Seven days, 5 nurses, $3 million, 1 crazy scandal....

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Maestro

10/14/2026 8:00 PM

Dad's Garage Theatre

Oh, Maestro! The Dad’s Garage general company comp...

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Exhibitions at Center for Puppetry Arts: (Thursdays)

10/15/2026 10:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Explore current exhibitions on view at Center for ...

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Actor's Express presents: i never asked for a gofundme

10/15/2026 7:30 PM

Actor's Express Theatre Company

i never asked for a gofundme

WORLD PREMIERE!

W...

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Atlanta Book Events

Spooky Literary Open Mic

10/14/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

Celebrate spooky season with us by sharing your sc...

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It's Only Dancing: An Evening with Jasmine Guillory

10/16/2026 7:00 PM

Decatur Library

It's Only Dancing: An Evening with Jasmine Guillor...

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Jason Rekulak- Look What the Cat Dragged In

10/18/2026 6:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

Join us at Eagle Eye as we celebrate Jason Rekulak...

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Nisha J. Tuli & Mai Corland

10/19/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

We are beyond excited to welcome NYT, USA Today, a...

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Silent Book Club - Marietta Chapter

10/20/2026 6:30 PM

The Third Door

At Silent Book Club, there’s no assigned reading, ...

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Kerry Kennedy in conversation with Pat Mitchell - Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy

10/20/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

CRITIC’S PICK
Tue., Oct. 20
Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy, by Kerry...

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Kerry Kennedy in conversation with Pat Mitchell

10/20/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

Atlanta History Center and A Cappella Books are th...

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Film Screenings and Festivals

Elson Lecture Featuring an Evening with James Carville

10/14/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

A screening of the documentary Carville: Winning i...

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The Emory Cinematheque Presents: CLOCKERS

10/14/2026 7:30 PM

Emory University Film and Media

The Emory Cinematheque is a theatrical venue offer...

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Atlanta Greek Film Expo 2026

10/15/2026 7:00 PM

Tara Theatre

 

The longest running Greek Film Festival in the...

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SCADFILM In Focus: Art of Fear

10/16/2026 12:00 PM

SCADshow

Join us on Friday, October 16th at Atlanta’s SCADs...

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Southern Circuit of Independent Filmmakers: "Minnie Evans: Draw or Die"

10/16/2026 6:00 PM

Jess Lucas Y-Teen Park

 

Join the City of Hapeville to celebrate the po...

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Southern Circuit of Independent Filmmakers: "Minnie Evans: Draw or Die"

10/16/2026 6:00 PM

Jess Lucas Y-Teen Park

 

Join the City of Hapeville to celebrate the po...

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Spooky Movie Night – Monsters, INC

10/17/2026 7:00 PM

Alpharetta City Hall

Alpharetta City Center is getting a little spooky ...

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Opera Spoken Word and Classical Music

Spooky Literary Open Mic

10/14/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

Celebrate spooky season with us by sharing your sc...

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Atlanta Ballet 2: Cinderella

10/16/2026 7:30 PM

Fox Theatre

Step into the enchanting world of Cinderella, wher...

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Atlanta Ballet 2: Cinderella

10/17/2026 1:00 PM

Fox Theatre

Step into the enchanting world of Cinderella, wher...

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Atlanta Ballet 2: Cinderella

10/17/2026 5:00 PM

Fox Theatre

Step into the enchanting world of Cinderella, wher...

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The Rocky Horror Picture Show

10/18/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

 

Limited VIP tickets are available and i...

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Georgian Chamber Players at Eddie's Attic

10/18/2026 8:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

The Georgian Chamber Players, formed by principal ...

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Poetry on Peter at Eddie's Attic

10/19/2026 9:15 PM

Eddie's Attic

Poetry on Peter live at Eddie’s Attic!

Poetry on...

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Upcoming Arts Events