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Wellness in Design at ADAC

Thursday May 7, 2026 08:30 AM EDT 05/07/2026 8:30 AM
ADAC (ATLANTA DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER) Cost: $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.
Discover the Power of Design to Heal, Inspire, and Transform JoinWellness in Design at ADAC — an all-day immersive experience that brings together the worlds of wellness, interior design, and neuroaesthetics: the powerful science behind how our surroundings influence our emotions, focus, and overa... [click here for more]
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

Thursday May 7, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 05/07/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: $19-$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.
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]
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Fit4Mom-MAMAPALOOZA at City Springs

Thursday May 7, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 05/07/2026 10:00 AM
City Springs Cost: $35
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::Health and Fitness, Community::Nature/Outdoors
Get ready for Mamapalooza—our ultimate celebration mash-up class dedicated to celebrating YOU, mama! Whether you’ve been with us for years or are brand new to the village, this is your moment to shine. [click here for more]
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Member May Exhibition Tour: Photography at the High Museum

Thursday May 7, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 05/07/2026 11:00 AM
High Museum of Art Cost: High Museum Members Only
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::Visual Arts
Join us as we explore the High’s extensive collection of photography. See new perspectives on old classics or uncover a new favorite in this docent-led tour. With more than 9,000 prints, the Photography department comprises the museum’s largest collection. It is particularly strong in American moder... [click here for more]
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

Thursday May 7, 2026 11:45 AM EDT 05/07/2026 11:45 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.
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

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CATLAB Spring Film Festival - Awards Presentation

Thursday May 7, 2026 01:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 1:00 PM
Cinefest Film Theatre 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::Film, Free Events
We will present trophies to the award winning films from the CATLAB Spring Film Festival.

The films will be screened, and the filmmakers will have an opportunity to make an acceptance speech or Q&A for their film and have a photo op.

Additional Information Who is this event open to?

Public... [click here for more]
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Drop-In Garden Tours

Thursday May 7, 2026 01:30 PM EDT 05/07/2026 1:30 PM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden Admission
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::Nature/Outdoors
Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.

Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.

Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]
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An Evening With Alex Elle: The Company We Keep

Thursday May 7, 2026 05:30 PM EDT 05/07/2026 5:30 PM
Eddie's Attic Cost: From $61.75
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.
Music::Live-Music
An Evening with Alex Elle: The Company We Keep live at Eddie's Attic!

Join New York Times bestselling author Alex Elle for an inspiring evening centered on her powerful new book, The Company We Keep: Friendship, Connection, and Redefining What It Means to...

Read more

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Sepultura

Thursday May 7, 2026 05:30 PM EDT 05/07/2026 5:30 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $49 - $98
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
After 4 decades, 14 gold records, and traversing 80 countries and numerous diverse cultures, SEPULTURA has become one of the most influential metal bands of our time, serving as Brazil’s emissary to the rest of the world. With their latest opus, ‘Quadra’, an album that made a triumphant entry at num... [click here for more]
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Sepultura at The Masquerade

Thursday May 7, 2026 05:30 PM EDT 05/07/2026 5:30 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $98.00
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.
Nightlife::DJ
After 4 decades, 14 gold records, and traversing 80 countries and numerous diverse cultures, SEPULTURA has become one of the most influential metal bands of our time, serving as Brazil’s emissary to the rest of the world. With their latest opus, ‘Quadra’, an album that made a triumphant entry at num... [click here for more]
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Power to Inspire 2026 - National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:00 PM
National Center for Civil and Human Rights 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.
Community, Holidays and Special Events
Categories: Museum, Gala

Power to Inspire, the Center’s annual gala, will be held in our newly renovated building—allowing guests to experience the power of our mission in the space where history and inspiration converge.

This year’s event will bring together civic, corporate, and community leader... [click here for more]
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Ascension: A Goth Industrial Night

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:00 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $10-$12
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
Our cover is $10 before midnight / $12 after midnight and remember, we are the 18+ Goth / Industrial event located in Atlanta!! [click here for more]
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Niki in the Garden: Member Preview

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:00 PM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Members Only
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::Classes and Demos, Arts::Visual Arts, Community::Family
Members are invited to experience the long-awaited return of Niki in the Garden before it opens to the public. Enjoy live music, imaginative crafts and activities for all ages, and tasty treats alongside 41 of these colorful and iconic sculptures!

RESERVE TICKETS

Interested in joining? Contact membe... [click here for more]
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YP Exclusive: Photography Night at the High Museum

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:00 PM
High Museum of Art Cost: High Museum Members Only
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::Classes and Demos, Arts::Visual Arts
Experience the world around you through a new lens! In this photography workshop at the High designed just for YPs, enjoy after-hours access to Blazing Light: Photographs by Mimi Plumb and gain inspiration for the narratives and stories you want to tell. Grab a drink, take a photo, and leave with a ... [click here for more]
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UpTempo Teen Night + ASO Concert

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:30 PM
Atlanta Symphony Hall 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.
Community::Family, Nightlife::DJ
About Musicologist Dr. Marie Sumner Lott will lead an exploration of Handel's Messiah, offering historical context, interpretive insights, and listening strategies to enrich students' understanding of this iconic work. The session will be hosted by Monique Osorio, Teaching Artist with the ASO Educ... [click here for more]
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UpTempo Teen Night + ASO Concert

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:30 PM
The Woodruff Arts Center Cost: Sold Out
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
Conductor and educator Michael Kobito will lead students through a discussion about the evening's ASO repertoire — Bernstein's Symphony No. 2, "The Age of Anxiety" and Berlioz's Harold in Italy — with a focus on the rhythmic energy and vivid color that wind instruments bring to each piece. The sessi... [click here for more]
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Member Night Garden Chef Demos: Pamela Askerneese-Henry

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:30 PM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden Admission
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::Classes and Demos, Community::Nature/Outdoors, Food and Drink::Dining/Tasting Events
Select member nights at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. during Spring, Summer and Fall. In the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen, the Garden Chef Demos showcase fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs in simple and mouthwatering recipes. Be inspired to try something new the next time you cook. For fresh in... [click here for more]
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Pre-Concert Chamber Performance

Thursday May 7, 2026 06:45 PM EDT 05/07/2026 6:45 PM
Atlanta Symphony Hall 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.
Music::Concerts
Join us for this free pre-concert chamber performance featuring musicians of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. This program, curated by Music Director Laureate Robert Spano, explores the deep emotional range and technical brilliance of the chamber music repertoire. The performance opens with the aut... [click here for more]
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Carlos Ballarta: Naco Ladino

Thursday May 7, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 7:00 PM
Gas South Theater Cost: $46-$142
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
Carlos Ballarta is a Mexican stand-up comedian and actor known across the Spanish-speaking comedy scene. The Naco Ladino tour features his sharp, signature humor, and the Gas South performance is billed as a show presented completely in Spanish. [click here for more]
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Gia Margaret

Thursday May 7, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 7:00 PM
Aisle 5 Cost: $25.00-$30.00
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
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Yarn at Eddie's Attic

Thursday May 7, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic Cost: $32.26
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
Featuring: Yarn

CRITIC'S PICK:
Thurs., May 7
Yarn, Eddie's Attic - Frontman singer/songwriter Blake Christiana...

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An Evening with Broadway's Julie Benko

Thursday May 7, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 7:00 PM
Byers Theatre at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center Cost: $42+
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 intimate evening with Broadway star Julie Benko, accompanied by her husband. pianist Jason Yaeger, as he shares her Jewish journey through song and story. [click here for more]
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David C. Driskell Prize Conversation: Alison Saar and Anni Pullagura

Thursday May 7, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 7:00 PM
High Museum of Art 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.
Community::Lectures, Arts::Visual Arts
Join Alison Saar, the 2025 recipient of the David C. Driskell Prize, and Anni Pullagura, PhD, the Margaret and Terry Stent Associate Curator of American Art, in conversation around Saar’s contributions to the field of African American art and her exploration into the histories of the African diaspor... [click here for more]
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Inner Wave & Los Mesoneros

Thursday May 7, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 7:00 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $35.10
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::Concerts
Inner Wave’s fifth full-length represents a massive leap for the California indie-rock outfit, honing their winning melodic instincts that have already wowed listeners and live audiences to zero in on the sharpest and richest version of their sound yet. At once broadly appealing and inarguably perso... [click here for more]
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Demon Hunter

Thursday May 7, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/07/2026 7:00 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $41.25
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
“While other bands of the early 2000s NWOAHM burned bright and faded quickly, Demon Hunter have remained a seething bed of embers the entire time.” – Revolver Magazine Demon Hunter is an American metal institution. The band embraces brazenly transcendent melodies without apology while maintaining a ... [click here for more]

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