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Memorial Day Weekend Events in Atlanta

Looking for Memorial Day weekend events in Atlanta? Browse festivals, live music, community gatherings, and things to do across the city during the holiday weekend.

Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military, while also marking the unofficial start of summer. In Atlanta, the long weekend brings a mix of commemorative events, major festivals, outdoor activities, and live entertainment across the metro area.

This page highlights upcoming Memorial Day events in Atlanta, with listings that update as the holiday approaches. Events are listed by date below and expand as organizers finalize schedules in mid-to-late May.

Looking for a full guide? View our Memorial Day in Atlanta guide.

Major Memorial Day Weekend Events in Atlanta

Several of Atlanta’s biggest annual events take place over Memorial Day weekend. While details are confirmed closer to the holiday, these major events typically appear in the listings below:

• Atlanta Jazz Festival in Piedmont Park, one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country
• Outdoor concerts and live music performances across the city
• Community ceremonies and memorial events honoring service members
• Park events, festivals, and neighborhood gatherings
• Family-friendly activities and start-of-summer celebrations

Memorial Day Weekend Events in Atlanta

Event listings begin appearing in May as schedules are finalized.