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Atlanta Visual Arts Events & Gallery Exhibits


Atlanta Gallery Highlights This Week

Museum Exhibits & Art Shows

Visual Arts at Atlanta Attractions (e.g. Fernbank)

Family-Friendly Visual Arts Events

Upcoming Visual Arts Events in Atlanta

Critic's Pick: CL Recommends

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Atlanta’s visual arts scene thrives in museums, art galleries, studios, and unexpected corners of the city. Whether you’re looking for gallery openings, museum exhibitions, or family-friendly installations at local attractions, this page brings it all together. For broader coverage of the arts, check out our Atlanta Arts Events hub or browse curated highlights from Critic's Pick: CL Recommends.

Atlanta Gallery Highlights This Week


Looking for our critic’s picks for gallery openings, museum installations, and standout exhibits? Don’t miss our CL Recommends for curated highlights across all categories — including top visual arts events happening now.

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Museum Exhibits and Art Shows

Here's what is showing at the Art Museums around Atlanta.

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Pete the Cat

02/18/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—event listing here
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Oasis

02/21/2026 11:00 AM
High Museum of Art
Oasis offers a sanctuary for those seeking both so...
—event listing here
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Artful Stories for ages 3-6: Kwesi and Nana Ruby Learn to Swim by Kobina Commeh

02/21/2026 10:00 AM
Michael C. Carlos Museum
Dive into Kwesi and Nana Ruby Learn to Swim by Kob...
—event listing here


ATL Gallery Openings and Exhibits this Week
Here's what is showing at the Art Galleries around Atlanta.

Visual Arts at Atlanta Attractions

Here's what is showing at the Fernbank, Atlanta Botanical Gardens and Atlanta Attractions

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The Golden Girls Kitchen

02/20/2026 2:30 PM
Pullman Yards
After sold out activations in Miami, LA, NYC, Chic...
—event listing here
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WildWoods: AGLOW at Fernbank

02/21/2026 6:00 PM
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Fernbank comes alive with nighttime museum hours i...
—event listing here

Family-Friendly

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Artful Stories for ages 3-6: Kwesi and Nana Ruby Learn to Swim by Kobina Commeh

02/21/2026 10:00 AM
Michael C. Carlos Museum
Dive into Kwesi and Nana Ruby Learn to Swim by Kob...
—Read Article
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Sunday FUNday

03/01/2026 12:00 PM
Michael C. Carlos Museum
Did you know coins have been around since the firs...
—Read Article

Visual Arts Calendar

Below is our Events Calendar for all upcoming visual arts events and times/current exhibits at the local galleries, museums and attractions.

Atlanta Visual Arts, Gallery Shows & Museum Exhibits


Atlanta Visual Arts, Gallery Shows & Museum Exhibits


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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

Wednesday February 18, 2026 10:00 AM EST 02/18/2026 10:00 AM
Aurora Theatre Cost: See site
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::Books, Arts::Theater
About

Meet the Performer Study Guide

Jackie Robinson: Game Apart is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Georgia Council for the Arts. JACKIE ROBINSON: A GAME APART Written & Performed by Mike Wiley

For Middle & High School ... [click here for more]
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Pete the Cat

Wednesday February 18, 2026 10:00 AM EST 02/18/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: 20.00 for non-members
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.
Community::Family, Arts::Theater
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

Feeling Groovy!

Based on the award-winning book series by Kim and James Dean Adapted by Jon Ludwig and Jason Hines

Based on the New York Times Best Seller series, this groovy puppet show features Pete the Cat’s most awesome adventures, inspired by some of the coolest boo... [click here for more]
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YPC: Didgeridoo Down Under

Wednesday February 18, 2026 11:15 AM EST 02/18/2026 11:15 AM
Spivey Hall Cost: $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.
Music::Concerts
Join us for an epic musical and scientific adventure, from the birth of the universe to the age of dinosaurs to the modern world. Multi-talented performer Rob Thomas weaves didgeridoo world music, awe-inspiring visuals and audience participation into a captivating and interactive program. Students w... [click here for more]
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Pete the Cat

Wednesday February 18, 2026 11:30 AM EST 02/18/2026 11:30 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: 20.00 for non-members
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.
Community::Family, Arts::Theater
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

Feeling Groovy!

Based on the award-winning book series by Kim and James Dean Adapted by Jon Ludwig and Jason Hines

Based on the New York Times Best Seller series, this groovy puppet show features Pete the Cat’s most awesome adventures, inspired by some of the coolest boo... [click here for more]
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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

Wednesday February 18, 2026 11:45 AM EST 02/18/2026 11:45 AM
Aurora Theatre Cost: See site
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::Books, Arts::Theater
About

Meet the Performer Study Guide

Jackie Robinson: Game Apart is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Georgia Council for the Arts. JACKIE ROBINSON: A GAME APART Written & Performed by Mike Wiley

For Middle & High School ... [click here for more]
Pink Lion Jazz Club

Mardi Gras At Pink Lemonade Series

Wednesday February 18, 2026 12:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 12:00 PM
Pink Lion Jazz Club Cost: $25.00
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::Live-Music
Celebrate Mardi Gras At The Pink Lemonade Series 

Dress Your Fancy As Mardi Gras Requires Having A Great Time With The Brass Band, Second Line, King Cake.  New Orleans Is Coming To The Pink Lion.   Every Year Gets Better And Better  We'Re Still Celebrating Birthdays On The Big Screen Wall!

Brass Ban... [click here for more]
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Ain't MisBehavin' the Musical

Wednesday February 18, 2026 12:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 12:00 PM
Marietta's Theatre in the Square Cost: $24.50 - $64.75
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::Theater
Step back into the vibrant world of the Harlem Renaissance with "Ain't MisBehavin'," a spirited musical tribute to the legendary Thomas "Fats" Waller. Join us at Marietta's Theatre in the Square for an unforgettable evening filled with toe-tapping rhythms and soulful melodies that capture the essenc... [click here for more]
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Rialto Feed Your Senses with Dance Canvas

Wednesday February 18, 2026 12:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 12:00 PM
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University 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::Dance, Free Events
Step into the creative process with Dance Canvas during this special dance edition of Feed Your Senses. This free lunchtime performance offers an interactive, behind-the-scenes look at how choreography comes to life, featuring dynamic movement across multiple dance genres. Guided by Atlanta-based ch... [click here for more]
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Sons Of Town Hall

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic Cost: From $26.70
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::Spoken Word, Music, Music::Live-Music
Sons of Town Hall live at Eddie's Attic! Sons of Town Hall is creating an entirely new performance genre: Part live concept album, part performance art. American songwriter/author David Berkeley and British songwriter/producer Ben Parker conjure their timeless mythic universe under the aliases Jos... [click here for more]
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Karaoke Night W/ Music Mike

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:00 PM
Boggs Social & Supply 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.
Nightlife::Karaoke
Join us (almost) every Wednesday night at Boggs Social & Supply for Karaoke Night with Music Mike! [click here for more]
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Stacia Stark & Naima Simone

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:00 PM
Eagle Eye Book Shop Cost: $32
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::Books
Stacia is coming to the East Coast! Buy your copy of We Who Will Die from us to attend! Stacia will be joined by USA Today Best Selling author Naima Simone. [click here for more]
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Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:30 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre Cost: $31.23+
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::Theater

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

[click here for more]
CL RECOMMENDS
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Actor's Express presents: Girl from the North Country

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:30 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:30 PM
Actor's Express Theatre Company Cost: $59.74
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::Theater
The Girl from North Country

written by Conor McPherson

Music and Lyrics by Bob Dylan

directed by freddie ashley

january 29 – march 8, 2026

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OGLETHORPE UNIVERISTY THEATRE

ATLANTA PREMIERE! BUY TICKETS SUBSCRIBE TO SEASON 38

ONE OF THE GREATEST AMERICAN SONGWRITERS LIKE ... [click here for more]
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Faultline | Local Original Music!

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:30 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:30 PM
MadLife Stage & Studios Cost: $10 – $19.50
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.
Music::Live-Music
No description provided [click here for more]
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Theatrical Outfit presents Bleeding Hearts

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:30 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:30 PM
Theatrical Outfit Cost: $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.
Arts::Theater
CRITIC’S PICK Wed., Jan. 28 - Sun., Feb. 22Bleeding Hearts by Steve Yockey, Theatrical Outfit —... [click here for more]
CL RECOMMENDS
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DL + DL 'Anything Goes' - Episode Atlanta

Wednesday February 18, 2026 07:30 PM EST 02/18/2026 7:30 PM
City Winery Atlanta Cost: Tickets start at $48.00
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::Live-Music
City Winery Atlanta presents DL + DL 'Anything Goes' live on February 18th at 7:30pm, part of a two show series!

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What do you get when Don Lemon, award-winning journalist, and DL Hughley, one of the original Kings of Comedy, and highly ... [click here for more]
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When The Sun Sets with special guest Best Case

Wednesday February 18, 2026 08:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 8:00 PM
Smith's Olde Bar Cost: $15.62 ($12.00 + $3.62 fee)+
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::Live-Music
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Meredith Marks

Wednesday February 18, 2026 08:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 8:00 PM
Terminal West Cost: $70.79
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::DJ
Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Meredith Marks is trading diamonds for turntables as she embarks on a multi-city DJ tour this Fall that brings her signature mix of glamour, sharp wit, and unapologetic style to the club scene. Known for her icy one-liners and iconic presence, Meredith now comm... [click here for more]
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Alemeda

Wednesday February 18, 2026 08:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 8:00 PM
Vinyl Cost: $32 - $$96++
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::Live-Music

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri. Feb. 18
Alemeda, Vinyl at Center Stage - Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) has...

[click here for more]
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Squids N Giggles Weekly Comedy At Argosy - 0218...

Wednesday February 18, 2026 08:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 8:00 PM
Argosy 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.
Nightlife::Comedy
Event Description

This and EVERY WEDNESDAY from now on, we are doing comedy in EAV at Argosy!   From the producers of Date Night Comedy, we give you Squids N Giggles Free AF Comedy!

Carefully curated comedy in Argosy's beautiful nautical themed beer parlor!  New lineups weekly of t... [click here for more]
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Wednesday Jazz Jam W/ The Gordon Vernick Quartet

Wednesday February 18, 2026 09:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 9:00 PM
Red Light Cafe Cost: $10 Door ($5 for performers or students with ID)
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::Live-Music
Every Wednesday, the Gordon Vernick Quartet perform a few numbers then invite other musicians and singers to join them on stage for a Jazz Jam Session. Whether you're a professional or amateur musician, you're welcome to sit in — everyone who wants to perform will be given a chance to play. Livest... [click here for more]
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Alt3r Drag Show : Ariana Grande

Wednesday February 18, 2026 09:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 9:00 PM
The Star Community Bar 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.
Nightlife::Drag & Drag Burlesque
Ariana Grande!!

ft Dior Luxx, Eve Manzana, Katrina Prowess, Minty, Hera Kane, Canzara SZN, Eros Etoile

Karoake with DJ Aurora

[click here for more]
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Leah's Late Night Comedy Open Mic

Wednesday February 18, 2026 10:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 10:00 PM
Dynamic El Dorado Cost: Suggested $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.
Nightlife::Comedy
No description provided [click here for more]
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Locals Only

Wednesday February 18, 2026 11:00 PM EST 02/18/2026 11:00 PM
MJQ Concourse Cost: No Cover
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::DJ
MJQ Wednesdays are the longest-running Wednesday night dance party in the city. We pride ourselves on booking ATL’s best and its hottest up-and-coming DJs. This night is a taste of the weekend and the sounds are a blend of classic, new, and unique to MJQ. If you know us, you know we have a certain s... [click here for more]
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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

Thursday February 19, 2026 10:00 AM EST 02/19/2026 10:00 AM
Aurora Theatre Cost: See site
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::Books, Arts::Theater
About

Meet the Performer Study Guide

Jackie Robinson: Game Apart is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Georgia Council for the Arts. JACKIE ROBINSON: A GAME APART Written & Performed by Mike Wiley

For Middle & High School ... [click here for more]

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