Exhibitions at Whitespace (Saturdays)
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Whitespace Gallery
Cost: Free
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Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Whitespace Gallery.
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Current exhibitions: - Claire Kinzler: Living Archive at Whitespace Gallery (Critic’s Pick) - To Call You Iris at Whitespace Gallery (Critic’s Pick)
See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.
[click here for more]Exhibitions at Center for Puppetry Arts: (Saturdays)
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Center For Puppetry Arts
Cost: Included with Regular Admission - $16.50
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Arts::Theater
Explore current exhibitions on view at Center for Puppetry Arts.
Current exhibitions: - Jim Henson Collection - Global Collection - Child of Wood
See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.
[click here for more]Illuminarium Atlanta Exhibitions (Saturdays)
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Illuminarium Atlanta
Cost: $35
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Arts::Visual Arts
CRITIC’S PICK:Rolling Stone Presents Amplified: The Immersive Rock Experience, Illuminarium... [click here for more]
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Oasis at the High Museum
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Check Site
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Community::Health and Fitness,
Arts::Visual Arts
Oasis offers a sanctuary for those seeking both solace and community amid the High’s world-class art. Embark on a journey of self-discovery through activities designed to promote mental well-being. Immerse yourself in movement-based sessions led by local yoga instructors, unwind with soothing sonic ...
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Center For Puppetry Arts
Cost: $19-$30
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Arts::Theater,
Community::Family
Based on the book by Jon Scieszka & illustrated by Lane Smith
Adapted by Jason Hines Step into a wildly inventiv… Includes: Performance tickets include the Create-A-Puppet Workshop™, Worlds of Puppetry Museum, and limited free onsite parking.
Includes: Performance tickets include the Create-A-Pup... [click here for more]Locals Only
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
MJQ Concourse
Cost: No Cover
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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...
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Body-ody-ody: An Autonomy Drag Brunch
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Create ATL
Cost: $50-100
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Community::Benefits,
Community::LGBTQ,
Music::Brunch with Music
Join us for Body-ody-ody: An Autonomy Drag Brunch, a joyful and defiant gathering in support of ARC-Southeast, the largest abortion fund in the South. This will be a morning of incredible performances, community care, and collective resistance.
Hosted by the iconic Taylor Alxndr of FLVR, this brun...
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Educator Appreciation Day at Fernbank
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with Admission
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Community::Classes and Demos,
Community::Family
Join us for a FREE educator event to learn about field trip opportunities as you begin planning the 2026 –27 school year for your students.
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Jazz Brunch At C. Ellet’s
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
C. Ellet's Steakhouse
Cost: No Cover
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Music::Brunch with Music
Join C. Ellet's Saturdays and Sundays for jazz brunch! Dine on your favorite bites, like Southern Fried Chicken and Pancake Paloozas, sip on mimosas, and listen to jazzy tunes from their live band. The Jazz Duo plays from 11-3pm every Saturday and Sunday. Click here to make your reservation today!
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Celebrate National Mimosa Day with Bottomless Bubbles at Flight Club Atlanta
Saturday May 16, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Flight Club Atlanta
Cost: Free
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Spring weekends call for brunch plans, and National Mimosa Day gives Flight Club Atlanta another reason to keep the glasses flowing. On Saturday, May 16, the West Midtown social darts destination invites mimosa lovers to settle into brunch season with bottomless pours, a full spread of bites, and pa...
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Mad Hatter Market: Strange, Unusual and Magical Finds!
Saturday May 16, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
East Atlanta Village Farmers Market
Cost: Free entry
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Arts,
Community,
Festivals,
Food and Drink,
Free Events,
Music
Wander over to East Atlanta Village to enjoy the spring weather and shop locall handmade goods in the community market space!
Featuring art, crafts, herbal remedies, candles, soaps, vintage goods, treats, drinks, and more!
Live Tunes All Day by DJ STONE of Music and Friends ATL!
DRINKS AND TRE... [click here for more]
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Crafternoon
Saturday May 16, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
Spruill Center for the Arts
Cost: Free; registration required
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Arts,
Arts::Visual Arts,
Community
Have a creative project you've been meaning to work on, but just can't find the time? Enjoy a dedicated afternoon of crafting and community at Spruill! Bring your own craft to this FREE open studio environment, where you can spend time being creative alongside other community members.
BYOC: Bring ...
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11th annual Athens Surf Stomp
Saturday May 16, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
Cost: Free+
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Arts,
Arts::Visual Arts,
Festivals,
Festivals::Cultural Festivals,
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Music::Live-Music
All-day event dedicated to the music and good vibrations of surf music:
The Super Resistors – Surfy four-piece from Savannah, GA, featuring sax, theremin, keys, and a solid rhythm section
The Creature Preachers – Horror Surf from the darkest depths of the Georgia swamps Serf Lords – Born in Detroit,... [click here for more]
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REPUTATION: Taylor Swift Drag Brunch at City Winery Atlanta
Saturday May 16, 2026 12:30 PM EDT
City Winery Atlanta
Cost: $30.00+
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Music::Live-Music
City Winery Atlanta presents REPUTATION: Taylor Swift Drag Brunch live on May 16th at 12:30pm!
REPUTATION: Taylor Swift Drag Brunch
Saturday, May 16th 2026
Doors 11am - Show 12:30pm
Look what you made me do! We're celebrating one of Taylor Swift's best albums — REPUTATION &mdas... [click here for more]Hapeville History Walking Tour
Saturday May 16, 2026 01:00 PM EDT
Hapeville Depot Museum and Visitor Center
Cost: Free
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Community
Step back in time and explore the stories that shaped Hapeville on the Hapeville History Walking Tour, presented by the Hapeville Depot Museum. Join knowledgeable museum staff for a free, one-hour guided walk through downtown Hapeville, where history comes alive through engaging stories, local landm...
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Saturday May 16, 2026 01:00 PM EDT
Center For Puppetry Arts
Cost: 20.00 for non-members
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Arts::Theater,
Community::Family
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+
A Stinky, Hilarious Folktale Adventure
Based on the book by Jon Scieszka & illustrated by Lane Smith Adapted by Jason Hines
Join us for the world premiere of the Center’s adaptation of this bestselling fan favorite!
Run dates: April 7–May 17, 2026
[click here for more]Spring Recital - (Northeast Atlanta Ballet)
Saturday May 16, 2026 01:00 PM EDT
Gas South Theater
Cost: $16.85
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Arts::Dance,
Community::Family
The following event is a recital and not the main events.
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Alliance Theatre presents The Great Ant Sleepover (Opening Night)
Saturday May 16, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Alliance Theatre
Cost: Adult $25.78+, Child $14.89+
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Arts::Theater,
Community::Family
The Great Ant Sleepover (World Premiere, Musical)
May 16 – July 5, 2026
Goizueta Stage for Youth & Families
Book by Madhuri Shekar
Music by Christian Magby
Lyrics by Christian Albright
Inspired by the book The Great Ant Sleepover by Madhuri Shekar and illustrated by Nicole Kang Ahn
Dig... [click here for more]Lionheart Theatre presents Where There’s a Will
Saturday May 16, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Lionheart Theatre Company
Cost: $18.00-$20.00
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Arts::Theater
“Where There’s a Will” by Joe Simonelli
Through a quirk of fate the bard is transported through time to the modern world, where he lands outside the home of Gordon Coleridge, a struggling playwright with a pushy manager and an estranged girlfriend. Up against a deadline with writer’s block due to ...
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Scrabble Club
Saturday May 16, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
ArtsXchange - Southeast Community Cultural Center
Cost: Free
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Scrabble ClubByArtsXchange FollowPart of the 2026 Literary Program Events @ The ArtsXchange collectionArtsXchangeEast Point, GASaturday, May 16, 2026 at 2 pm to Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 4 pmOverviewFREE Event | RSVP to let us know you'll be joining us! - Scrabble Club!!! All ages and skill levels w...
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Water-Bath Canning
Saturday May 16, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $50 – $55
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Community::Classes and Demos,
Arts::Visual Arts,
Community::Family
Join Chance in this demonstration-based class as she debunks internet canning myths and teaches safe methods for water-bath canning. Learn about proper techniques, trusted recipes and discuss the best vegetables and fruits for pickles, preserves, jams and jellies as you watch Chance demonstrate live...
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Live Animal Encounter at Fernbank
Saturday May 16, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with Admission
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Community::Nature/Outdoors,
Community::Family
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.
Recommended for all ages.
[click here for more]Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show
Saturday May 16, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Cost: $74.95
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Arts::Theater
An Epic Tournament Like No Other
The top knights of our kingdom will battle with brawn and steel to determine one victor to protect the throne. Join us as we feast and raise a goblet to our Queen.
The Queen of the Royal Court invites you to travel through the mists of time to a festive celebrati... [click here for more]
City Springs Theatre Company presents Mean Girls
Saturday May 16, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Byers Theatre at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center
Cost: $70+
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Arts::Theater
CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., May 1 - Sun., May 17
Mean Girls, Byers Theatre - Those who were charmed by...
Spivey Hall Children's Choir Program: Britten to Bluegrass featuring the Chuck Nation Band
Saturday May 16, 2026 03:00 PM EDT
Spivey Hall
Cost: $28+
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Music::Concerts
The award-winning Spivey Hall Children’s Choir Program proudly presents its spring concert. The concert will feature the Spivey Hall Young Artists, the Children’s Choir, and the Tour Choir in a program titled Britten to Bluegrass featuring the Chuck Nation Band.
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