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Atlanta Arts Events, Exhibits & Performances

 
Looking for the best arts experiences in Atlanta? The arts calendar from Creative Loafing features Atlanta’s most exciting gallery exhibits, 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. Explore subcategories like Visual Arts, Theater, Film, Dance, Books, Spoken Word, and Opera for more focused listings.

Visual Arts Exhibits and Gallery Openings

Atlanta History Center Winter Exhibits (sundays)

01/25/2026 8:00 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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Breman Museum Winter Exhibits (Sundays)

01/25/2026 10:00 AM

The Breman Museum & Cultural Center

Fiddler on the Roof: Costumes & Contrasts#Fid...

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Illuminarium Atlanta Presents Amplified, Wild & Space (sundays)

01/25/2026 10:00 AM

Illuminarium Atlanta

CRITIC’S PICK:Rolling Stone Presents Amplified: The Immersive Rock Experience, Illuminarium...

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High Museum Winter Exhibits (sundays)

01/25/2026 11:00 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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Carlos Museum Winter Exhibits (sundays)

01/25/2026 11:00 AM

Michael C. Carlos Museum

Nicholas Galanin

I Think it Goes Like This (Gold)

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Spelman College Museum of Fine Art Winter Exhibitions (sundays)

01/25/2026 11:00 AM

Spelman College Museum of Fine Art

Repossessions

On View: Oct. 17, 2025 - May 1, 202...

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Marietta Cobb Museum of Art Winter Exhibits (sundays)

01/25/2026 12:00 PM

Marietta Cobb Museum of Art

Maya Perez-Lugones

January 10 – March 22, 2026

T...

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Theater and Dance Events

Center for Puppetry Arts: Winter Special Exhibitions (sundays)

01/25/2026 12:00 PM

Center For Puppetry Arts

The Dragon King

January 14-25, 2026

Puppet...

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LUZIA — Cirque du Soleil

01/25/2026 12:00 PM

Atlantic Station

<p>Cirque du Soleil's LUZIA opens it...

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Broadway in Atlanta presents Blue Man Group's World Tour

01/25/2026 1:00 PM

Fox Theatre

Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your min...

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The Dragon King

01/25/2026 1:00 PM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

Journey to the Bottom of ...

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Canceled: Atlanta Shakespeare Company presents Twelfth Night, 1/25

01/25/2026 2:30 PM

Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., Jan. 10 - Sun., 25
Twelfth Night, Atlanta Shakespeare Company - The...

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Aurora Theatre presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

01/25/2026 2:30 PM

Aurora Theatre

About

The Play That Goes Wrong

January 22 – F...

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Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents The Giver

01/25/2026 2:30 PM

Act3 Productions

Welcome to a future, not too far away from now, wh...

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Atlanta Book Events

Julian Winters & Kate Goldbeck

01/27/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

We can't wait to gather to celebrate Julian's newe...

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Ken Belson - Every Day Is Sunday

01/28/2026 7:30 PM

The Imperial

Ken Belson - Every Day Is Sunday

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Livingston Lecture featuring Ken Belson

01/29/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

Online ticket sales close at 5pm EST on the day of...

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Pete the Cat: Meet the Co-Creator James Dean, Author & Book Signing

01/31/2026 1:00 PM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Join Us for a Book Signing

January 31 | 1:00 PM

...

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Aaron Colton – Writing Through Writer’s Block

01/31/2026 4:30 PM

A Cappella Books

Aaron Colton – Writing Through Writer’s Block

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Writers at the Wrecking Bar Presents Rachel Taff in conversation with Sarah Edmondson - Paper Cut

02/03/2026 7:00 PM

Wrecking Bar Brewpub

Writers at the Wrecking Bar Presents Rachel Taff i...

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J.D. Myall & Julian Winters - Heart's Gambit

02/03/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

Please join us to celebrate J.D. Myall's debut nov...

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Film Screenings and Festivals

Rescheduled: 8th Annual Comedy Film Festival – Awards Ceremony

01/25/2026 5:30 PM

7 Stages Theatre

Due to inclement weather, the Atlanta Comedy Film ...

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"What If..." Greek Film Event

02/01/2026 4:15 PM

Tara Theatre

Event Description

The ATLANTA GR...

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Atlanta Greek Film Expo presents Reel Kefi film screening: WHAT IF...

02/01/2026 4:15 PM

Tara Theatre

Atlanta Greek Film Expo presents Reel Kefi, our si...

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SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 1

02/04/2026 12:00 PM

SCADshow

Connect with TV megastars and the top talent behin...

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SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 2

02/05/2026 12:00 PM

SCADshow

Connect with TV megastars and the top talent behin...

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Boyz N the Hood--35th anniversary--Roswell Roots Screening at Aurora Cineplex

02/05/2026 7:00 PM

Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf

BOYZ N THE HOOD--Celebrate the 35th anniversary of...

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SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 3

02/06/2026 12:00 PM

SCADshow

Connect with TV megastars and the top talent behin...

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Opera Spoken Word and Classical Music

America @ 250: Copland + Barber

01/29/2026 8:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Guest conductor Leonard Slatkin brings his "specia...

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Music for the Very Young: Carnival of the Animals

01/31/2026 10:30 AM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Classical music meets storytelling as members of t...

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Music for the Very Young: Carnival of the Animals

01/31/2026 12:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Classical music meets storytelling as members of t...

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America @ 250: Copland + Barber

01/31/2026 8:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Guest conductor Leonard Slatkin brings his "specia...

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ECMSA: Emerson Series—Gloria Chien, piano; Vega Quartet

01/31/2026 8:00 PM

Schwartz Center for Performing Arts

2025-2026 ECMSA

Free Event/No Tickets Required

P...

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Music for the Very Young: Carnival of the Animals

02/01/2026 1:30 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Classical music meets storytelling as members of t...

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Alan Morrison & Friends

02/01/2026 3:00 PM

Spivey Hall

Showcasing the full range and versatility of Spive...

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Upcoming Arts Events

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