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Atlanta’s festival calendar is packed with unforgettable experiences — from massive music festivals and foodie gatherings to neighborhood block parties and art fairs. Use our Atlanta Festivals Calendar to search by date, category, or venue. Whether you're planning for this weekend or the season ahead, you'll find everything from Music Festivals and Food & Drink Festivals to Art, Cultural, and Neighborhood Festivals all in one place.

Looking for festivals by season? Each year, Atlanta’s spring festival season (March – June) kicks off with art shows, beer fests, and community celebrations across the city. Fall festivals (September – December) bring cooler weather, outdoor concerts, and food events in nearly every neighborhood. Use the search below to browse festivals happening this spring or fall, or set your own date range to plan ahead.

Upcoming

MLK: Life & Legacy 2026, 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.
01/19/2026 1:00 PM
MLK Commemoration & Oratorical Contest, Cost: $15 for any non-GSU student
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.
01/22/2026 3:00 PM
Paint & Pint @ Sweetwater Brewing, Cost: $55
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.
01/26/2026 7:00 PM
Paint & Pint @ Contrast Artisan Ales Marietta, Cost: $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.
01/29/2026 7:00 PM
Round Trip Brewing's Fifth Anniversary Party, 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.
01/31/2026 11:30 AM
SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 1, Cost: Check Site
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02/04/2026 12:00 PM
SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 2, Cost: Check Site
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02/05/2026 12:00 PM
SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 3, Cost: Check Site
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02/06/2026 12:00 PM
Emory Jazz Fest 2026: Vocalist Denise Thimes and the Gary Motley Trio with guitarist Rod Harris Jr., Cost: $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.
02/06/2026 8:00 PM
Cupid Market: Handmade Gifts for Your Loved Ones!, Cost: Free entry
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.
02/07/2026 12:00 PM
Emory Jazz Fest 2026: Big Band and the Gary Motley Trio, Cost: No ticket required
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.
02/07/2026 8:00 PM
PIAF THE SHOW! US TOUR 2026 Special 15% holiday discount now!, Cost: $83-$143
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.
02/11/2026 8:00 PM

Art Festivals

80th Anniversary Commemorative Statue

2025 Atlanta Dogwood Festival

04/11/2025 11:30 AM
April 11-13, 2025 in Piedmont Park
—more info

Film Festivals

ATL Film Fest 2025

Atlanta Film Festival 2025

04/04/2025 12:00 AM
April 24, 205 - May 4, 2025 at the Plaza Theater
—more info
GALIFF 25 ART

Georgia Latino International Film Festival 2025

10/02/2025 12:00 AM
October 2 - 5, 2025
—more info
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18th Annual Buried Alive Film Festival

11/07/2025 12:00 AM
BAFF 2025 will take place at the Plaza Theatre on November 7 - 9, 2025
—more info

Spring Festivals


March, April, and May, Atlanta's festival season springs to life!

80th Anniversary Commemorative Statue

2025 Atlanta Dogwood Festival

04/11/2025 11:30 AM
April 11-13, 2025 in Piedmont Park
—more info
Inman Park Festival 2025 Official Poster

Inman Park Festival 2025

04/25/2025 11:00 AM
April 25-27, 2025 in Inman Park
—more info

Summer Festivals


The Fourth of July and the Peachtree Road Race mark the high point of Atlanta's summer, but there are great festivals in air conditioned surroundings, as well as ice cream and other treats for those headed outdoors.

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The 2nd Annual Panda Fest Atlanta 2025

09/05/2025 12:00 AM
Panda Fest returns to Atlanta for its second year on September 5 - 7, 2025 at Atlantic Station.
—more info
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Decatur Book Festival 2025

09/05/2025 11:29 AM
October 3 - 4, 2025
—more info

Fall Festivals


With a fresh chill in the air, the Fall Festivals present Atlantans with a final chance to be outdoors and catch some of the biggest events of the year. Music Midtown has historically been the highlight of the season but has played to mixed reviews in the past couple of years as they have sought a younger audience. DragonCon, A3C, Pride, Taste of Atlanta and a great Halloween festivals including the Little Five Points parade are must see events.

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Pop And Country Hits

Pop & Country Hits at Park Bench Battery

Tuesday January 13, 2026 05:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 5:00 PM
Park Bench in the Battery 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.
Music, Nightlife::DJ
Ready to relax and have some fun? Join us at Park Bench where you can sit down and enjoy a great drink and fun mix of pop and country hit songs. Get ready to lose yourself in the music and have an unforgettable time in a relaxed atmosphere! [click here for more]
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Wine and Señorita THC Margaritas Tasting

Tuesday January 13, 2026 06:30 PM EST 01/13/2026 6:30 PM
Buckhead Butcher Shop Cost: $40
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, Food and Drink, Nightlife
Join us for an intimate evening with Charles Bieler, whose unconventional approach helped reshape how Americans think about rosé and wine culture more broadly. Long before dry rosé became a staple in the U.S., Charles challenged assumptions about how new categories earn legitimacy—favoring education... [click here for more]
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Socially Awkward Comedy

Tuesday January 13, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 7:00 PM
Boggs Social & Supply 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.
Join us at Boggs Social & Supply for Socially Awkward Comedy! A Comedy open mic hosted by Amber Ritchie, Clifton Taylor, and Shannon Kelly. [click here for more]
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Fran's Jam at Fat Matt's Rib Shack

Tuesday January 13, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 7:00 PM
Fat Matt's Rib Shack 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.
Music::Live-Music
Local Music with special guests [click here for more]
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Leftöver Crack

Tuesday January 13, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 7:00 PM
The Masquerade 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.
Music, Music::Concerts
Leftöver Crack is an American punk rock band formed in 1998 following the breakup of its predecessor Choking Victim, sharing band members Stza Crack & Alec Baillie until Alec’s tragic death in November of 2021. The band has created the new record label RECIDIVIST BIBLE CAMP & Is co-releasing a 7” si... [click here for more]
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Van Jensen & Delilah S. Dawson - Godfall

Tuesday January 13, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 7:00 PM
Eagle Eye Book Shop Cost: $29
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
Please join us to celebrate the release of Godfall by Van Jensen! A purchase of Godfall from us is your ticket to attend the event. We will be joined by NYT best selling author Delilah S. Dawson! [click here for more]
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Undiscovered Artist Showcase

Tuesday January 13, 2026 07:30 PM EST 01/13/2026 7:30 PM
MadLife Stage & Studios Cost: $13.55
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, Music::Live-Music
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Indigo Girls

Tuesday January 13, 2026 08:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 8:00 PM
Terminal West 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, Community::Benefits
Benefit Concert for Atlanta Community Food Bank and Georgia Mountain Food Bank. [click here for more]
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Ruby Velle & The Soulphonics present "Olde Soul"

Tuesday January 13, 2026 08:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 8:00 PM
Smith's Olde Bar Cost: $15.62 ($12 + $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

CRITIC'S PICK:
Tues., Jan. 13
Ruby Velle & the Soulphonics, Smith's Olde Bar - Local soul diva...

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Joe Waters at Blind Willie's

Tuesday January 13, 2026 08:30 PM EST 01/13/2026 8:30 PM
Blind Willie's 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::Live-Music
No description provided [click here for more]
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Tuesday Night Karaoke at the Dixie Tavern

Tuesday January 13, 2026 08:30 PM EST 01/13/2026 8:30 PM
Dixie Tavern 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::Karaoke
Weekly karaoke night. [click here for more]
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TEASE TUESDAY BURLESQUE

Tuesday January 13, 2026 09:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 9:00 PM
Red Light Cafe Cost: $20 Adv – $25 Doors • $35 VIP 1st Row • $30 VIP 2nd Row
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::Burlesque
The second Tuesday of every month, Syrens of the South's Tease Tuesday Burlesque features TEN AMAZING ACTS with some of the best performers in Atlanta! Burlesque, Poetry, Aerial, Acrobatics, Juggling, Singing... you never know what's gonna pop up in these Tuesday night shows! And don't worry, we'll ... [click here for more]
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Love Party

Tuesday January 13, 2026 09:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 9:00 PM
The Star Community Bar 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::DJ
Dance party where you are free to be free with DJ Kwasi Mandisco [click here for more]
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Nathalie Rose at Northside Tavern

Tuesday January 13, 2026 10:00 PM EST 01/13/2026 10:00 PM
Northside Tavern 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.
Music::Live-Music
Featuring: Nathalie Rose
Tuesday night residency. [click here for more]
The Dragon King

The Dragon King

Wednesday January 14, 2026 10:00 AM EST 01/14/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: Tickets starting at $19 for children and $25 for adults
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
January 14-25 2026

Includes Museum Admission, Create-a-Puppet Workshop, and FREE Midtown parking Tickets starting at $19 for children and $25 for adults Tickets at https://puppet.org/programs/dragon-king/ 1404 Spring St. NW, at 18th, Atlanta, GA 30309 Ticket Office 404-873-3391 Ext 0

This is a W... [click here for more]
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Silent Book Club

Silent Book Club/Book Release with Dhayana Alejandrina

Wednesday January 14, 2026 06:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 6:00 PM
The Third Door 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.
Arts::Books, Arts::Spoken Word
Join us here at The Third Door for Silent Book Club but this time with a twist! 📚🍂 The Third Door and Silent Book Club will be hosting Dhayana Alejandrina a poet, community facilitator, and a creative writing mentors book release! Just friends enjoying books and hand crafted cocktails. Free of charg... [click here for more]
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Gala to honor Mayor Elect Carmalitha Gumb | 6:00pm |RSVP REQUIRED

Wednesday January 14, 2026 06:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 6:00 PM
St. James Live! 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.
Community::Public Agenda
Black Tie Attire Requested | After Five Attire Required [click here for more]
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Surrealist Collage Workshop Fundraiser for South River Art Studios

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
The Supermarket Cost: Prices start from: $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, Arts::Visual Arts
Ring in the new year by visualizing your dreams and goals for 2026 through the art of surrealist collage. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore your inner creative psyche through a guided free association writing exercise, then bring your visions to life by searching through magazines and creati... [click here for more]
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Delaware Blue Coats Vs College Park Skyhawks

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
Gateway Center Arena Cost: $14-$62
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.
Sports::Basketball
No description provided [click here for more]
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Jenna Nicholls And Sweet Petunia

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic Cost: From $20.03
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

CRITIC'S PICK:
Wed., Jan. 14
Jenna Nicholls, Sweet Petunia, Eddie's Attic - The retro country of...

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History on the Rocks: Atlanta '96

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Member. $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.
Save your spot early and enjoy discounted tickets — just $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers! Same day price is $25. [click here for more]
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Karaoke Night W/ Music Mike

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
Boggs Social & Supply 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.
Join us (almost) every Wednesday night at Boggs Social & Supply for Karaoke Night with Music Mike! [click here for more]
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Elizabeth Chamblee Burch in conversation with Don Samuel – The Pain Brokers

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
Georgia Center for the Book 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::Books
Elizabeth Chamblee Burch in conversation with Don Samuel – The Pain Brokers [click here for more]
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Advanced Figure Drawing ~ January

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
The Supermarket Cost: Prices start from: $15
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.
An intense live model two hour drawing session with dynamic poses progressing from quick gestural poses to longer ones. This class is suitable for working artists looking to practice, art students looking to improve their drawing skills, or anyone who wants to either challenge themselves and have so... [click here for more]
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Zine Making for Collective Dreaming

Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST 01/14/2026 7:00 PM
The Supermarket Cost: Prices start from: $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.
Explore collective dreaming through this BIPOC only zine making workshop led by artist and DJ Geexella! We'll provide you with the supplies and instruction to make zines about how to manifest and dream for a better future - in community! [click here for more]

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