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Memorial Day Weekend Events in Atlanta

Memorial Day events and gatherings

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REMEMBER & CELEBRATE: MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS AND SUMMER KICKOFF WEEKEND IN ATLANTA.


2026 Memorial Day Events



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.

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Wale & Smino - Everything Is A Lot... The Tour

Thursday June 11, 2026 12:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 12:00 AM
Coca-Cola Roxy Cost: $45.00 – $85.00
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::Concerts
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Thursday Thunder Round 4 at Atlanta Motor Speedway

Thursday June 11, 2026 12:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 12:00 AM
Atlanta Motor Speedway 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.
Sports
Thursday Thunder stands out as a series with a storied pedigree. Over the years fans have seen the likes of Chase Elliott, Joey Logano, David Ragan, and Reed Sorenson cut their teeth on the tricky ¼-mile before advancing to the highest levels of motorsports. Thanks to US Legend Cars and Legends of G... [click here for more]
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Exhibitions at Reeves House Visual Arts (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 04:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 4:00 AM
Reeves House Visual Arts Center 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Reeves House Visual Arts Center.

Current exhibitions: - All the Fixins: Artists From the South 2026 at Reeves House Visual Arts Center

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Zoo Atlanta Daily Admission / Animal Encounters (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 05:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 5:00 AM
Zoo Atlanta Cost: Daytime general admission $29.95 - $38.20, Kids (3-11) $23.95 - $30.45
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
Explore current exhibitions on view at Zoo Atlanta.

Current exhibitions: - Boon the Clouded Leopard - Giant Pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Atlanta Botanical Gardens Exhibitions (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 9:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $26.95/weekdays, $29.95/weekend, members 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.
Community::Nature/Outdoors
Explore current exhibitions on view at Atlanta Botanical Garden.

Current exhibitions: - Niki in the Garden

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Atlanta History Center (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 9:00 AM
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 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::Visual Arts

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

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Exhibitions at Schatten Gallery at Emory (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 9:00 AM
Schatten Gallery at Emory 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::Visual Arts

CRITIC'S PICK:
Through Sat., Dec. 20
Striking Characters: Typewriters, Literary Worlds & the Art...

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Exhibitions at the Infinite at Pullman Yards (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 9:00 AM
The Infinite at Pullman Yards 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at The Infinite at Pullman Yards.

Current exhibitions: - Space Explorers: The Infinite at The Infinite at Pullman Yards (Critic’s Pick)

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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High Museum

Exhibitions at High Museum (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
High Museum of Art Cost: Members Free, $18.50 Not Yet 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::Visual Arts

CRITIC’S PICK:
Fri., Oct. 10 - Sun., Feb. 8
Fashion Statements: Viktor & Rolf, High Museum — This...

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Exhibitions at Carlos Museum (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Michael C. Carlos Museum Cost: Free - $8 (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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Michael C. Carlos Museum.

Current exhibitions: - Compassion - Laconian Drinking Cup - Footwork: Where We Gather (Critic’s Pick) (Critic’s Pick)

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

[click here for more]
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Exhibitions at Zuckerman Museum of Art (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Zuckerman Museum of Art 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Zuckerman Museum of Art.

Current exhibitions: - Ruth V. Zuckerman Collection: Inside Out at Zuckerman Museum of Art - Project Wall North: Stephanie Smith at Zuckerman Museum of Art - Project Wall West: Vadis Turner at Zuckerman Museum of Art

- Project Wall Ea... [click here for more]
Childrens Museum Atlanta

Exhibitions at Children's Museum (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Children's Museum of Atlanta Cost: $17.95 non-member
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
Explore current exhibitions on view at Children’s Museum of Atlanta.

Current exhibitions: - Let Your Creativity Flow

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Dekalb History Center - (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
The DeKalb History Center Cost: Free. Donations appreciated.
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
Explore current exhibitions on view at DeKalb History Center Museum.

Current exhibitions: - Memorial Drive - Home: UMCH - 200 Years

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Johnson Lowe Gallery (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Johnson Lowe Gallery 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Johnson Lowe Gallery.

Current exhibitions: - Sky Atlas (Critic’s Pick) - American Idols (Critic’s Pick)

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Fernbank (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Fernbank Museum of Natural History Cost: $25.95 w/Senior and Child Discounts
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
Explore current exhibitions on view at Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

Current exhibitions: - Horse Power - Orkin Discovery Zone - WildWoods

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

[click here for more]
Wolfgang Gallery

Exhibitions at Wolfgang Gallery (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Wolfgang Gallery 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Wolfgang Gallery.

Current exhibitions: - SlopWorld: A Solo Exhibition by Truett Dietz at Wolfgang Gallery (Critic’s Pick)

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Swan Coach House (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Swan Coach House 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Swan Coach House Gallery.

Current exhibitions: - The Summer Invitational at Swan Coach House Gallery

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Jackson Fine Art (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Jackson Fine Art 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::Visual Arts

CRITIC'S PICK:
Through Sat., Mar. 21
Cooper & Gorfer / Andrew Moore, Jackson Fine Art - The...

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ArtsXchange

Exhibitions at ArtsXchange (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
ArtsXchange - Southeast Community Cultural Center 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at ArtsXchange.

Current exhibitions: - Inward: A Meditation on Memory and Presence

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

[click here for more]
Spalding Nix Gallery

Exhibitions at Spalding Nix Gallery (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Spalding Nix Fine Art 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Spalding Nix Fine Art.

Current exhibitions: - DOUBLE TAKE at Spalding Nix Fine Art

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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T-Rex Took My Toothbrush

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts 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, Community::Family
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

T-Rex Taming and Bedtime Battles! By What If Puppets of Kansas City, MO

This is the story of Mr. Greene, a paleontologist who finds a dinosaur egg on a fossil dig.

Run dates: June 3–14, 2026

Additional showtimes: 12:00 PM

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Tot Spot at Atlantic Station

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Atlantic Station 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.
Community::Family, Free Events
Tot Spot is our summer event for our littlest Atlantic Stationers, where they can celebrate fun in the sun, learn about subjects like science or public safety, all in an environment designed just for them! Your little ones can reconnect to the heart of ATL in fun ways they'll always remember. Stay... [click here for more]
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Exhibitions at Center for Puppetry Arts: (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: Included with Regular Admission - $16.50
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.
Arts::Theater
Explore current exhibitions on view at Center for Puppetry Arts.

Current exhibitions: - Jim Henson Collection - Global Collection

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Alliance Theatre presents Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit Tale

Thursday June 11, 2026 10:30 AM EDT 06/11/2026 10:30 AM
Alliance Theatre Cost: Adult $25.78+, Child $14.89+
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
Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit™ Tale (Musical) [click here for more]
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Exhibitions at Marietta Cobb Museum of Art (Thursdays)

Thursday June 11, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 06/11/2026 11:00 AM
Marietta Cobb Museum of Art Cost: $10, members 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::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Marietta Cobb Museum of Art.

Current exhibitions: - Jess Self

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

[click here for more]

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