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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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Godsmack - The Rise Of Rock World Tour 2026

Thursday May 21, 2026 12:00 AM EDT 05/21/2026 12:00 AM
Ameris Bank Amphitheatre Cost: $35.00 – $130.00
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
No description provided [click here for more]
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Truist Park Tour

Thursday May 21, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 05/21/2026 9:00 AM
Truist Park Cost: $37.70
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
Tours begin based on the following schedule:

In-Season (April-September) Monday - Saturday : 10:00am, 11:00am, Noon, 1:00pm, 2:00pm Day Games: 9:00am Sundays: 1:00pm, 3:00pm

Off-Season (Oct-Mar) Monday - Saturday : 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm

Tours are 90 minutes in length.

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Drop-In Garden Tours

Thursday May 21, 2026 01:30 PM EDT 05/21/2026 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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MomoCon 2026

Thursday May 21, 2026 02:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 2:00 PM
Georgia World Congress Center Cost: From $110.28 for 4-Day Badges, Thursday Badges at $63.99, Friday Badges at $69.77, Saturday Badges at $81.34, and Sunday $63.99.
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, Community
An expansive expo hall split between animation, gaming, comics, and cosplay.

 

MomoCons is hosting the first-ever Wonder Festival event in North America. A creative bridge between Japan and the U.S., the event will showcase the craftsmanship of amateurs and professionals through a shared passion f... [click here for more]
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Member May Exhibition Tour | Isamu Noguchi: “I am not a designer”

Thursday May 21, 2026 02:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 2:00 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.
Arts::Visual Arts
Join us as we explore nearly two hundred works from Isamu Noguchi’s career. Although he declared in 1949, “I am not a designer,” the internationally acclaimed artist regularly engaged with the space-shaping possibilities of design, imagining and producing work in architecture, industrial design, cer... [click here for more]
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Alive in Roswell

Thursday May 21, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 5:00 PM
Historic Downtown Roswell Cost: Free and open to the public.
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
The festival is held concurrently on Historic Canton Street and the Roswell Antique and Interiors Lot. Dogs are allowed at Alive in Roswell, but please bring them on a leash and be a good fur parent and clean up any deposits from your baby. [click here for more]
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Cocktails in the Garden

Thursday May 21, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 5:00 PM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Included 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.
Nightlife, Community::Nature/Outdoors
The Garden’s popular after-hours event returns with new activities in celebration of Niki in the Garden. Every Thursday through July 30, 5 – 9 p.m., purchase specialty cocktails, enjoy live music, and more while exploring the exhibition dramatically lighted at night. When you arrive, take a pic in... [click here for more]
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Women & Wine presented by Lexus

Thursday May 21, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 6:00 PM
Fox Theatre Cost: $82.50
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.
Food and Drink::Beer/Wine/Distillery Events
Women & Wine presented by Lexus returns for its second year! This signature event honors the influential women shaping Atlanta’s wine scene with an evening of curated tastings, paired bites, and an inspiring panel discussion featuring industry leaders sharing their stories and expertise. Hosted in t... [click here for more]
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Grocery on Home presents Jami Attenberg in conversation Origin Stories' Matthew Shaer - 1000 Words

Thursday May 21, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/21/2026 6:30 PM
Grocery on Home Cost: RSVP Suggested donation $30 includes book
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
Grocery on Home presents Jami Attenberg in conversation Origin Stories' Matthew Shaer - 1000 Words [click here for more]
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Party with the Past: Georgia Public Broadcasting Studios

Thursday May 21, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/21/2026 6:30 PM
Georgia Public Broadcasting Cost: Free with RSVP
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
An after-hours visit to Georgia Public Broadcasting Studios with a behind-the-scenes look at GPB's radio, television, and film work. [click here for more]
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Georgia Grown Dinner: Ben Vaughn

Thursday May 21, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/21/2026 6:30 PM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $95 – $100
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.
Food and Drink::Dining/Tasting Events
Interact with 2026 Georgia Grown Chef Ben Vaughn, White Oak Kitchen, and a Georgia peach or blueberry grower as you enjoy four tasting courses with wine in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.  The Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen fosters plant-to-plate connections, provides learning opportunities in sea... [click here for more]
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Musicians & Movers: Workshop Session II

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:00 PM
Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery Cost: $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::Live-Music
Musicians & Movers: Workshop Session II

May 21st | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The series continues at Eyedrum with our second workshop session. This program is meant to facilitate, explore, and refine live performance collaborations between musicians and dancers. Participants will practice deep listening... [click here for more]
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Alliance Theatre presents The Great Ant Sleepover

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:00 PM
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
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]
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Marisela

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:00 PM
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Cost: $78.55–$110.50
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.
Music::Concerts
NEW DATE! Marisela La Dama de Hierro makes her return to Atlanta on May 21, 2026, at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Marisela, often referred to as the "Mexican Madonna," is renowned for her expressive and emotive vocal style, which has captivated audiences for over three decades. Her performa... [click here for more]
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Global Ringo W/ Ellie Jarrell at Eddie's Attic

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic Cost: $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::Live-Music
Global Ringo w/ Ellie Jarrell live at Eddie's Attic! Global Ringo is an Atlanta-based rock band blending vintage soul, psychedelic color, and heartland storytelling. Featuring Daniel Groover (lead guitar), Chris Stenglein (guitar/vocals), Matt Miller (bass), and Jeff Cochran (drums), the band deli... [click here for more]
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2000's Trivia Night

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:00 PM
Schoolhouse Brewing 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.
Free Events, Nightlife::Trivia
Break out the flip phones, frosted tips, and low-rise nostalgia — it's 2000's Trivia Night! From chart-topping hits and unforgettable reality TV to blockbuster movies, viral moments, and trends we still can't believe happened, this night is a throwback to one of pop culture's wildest decades. If you... [click here for more]
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Gwinnett Stripers vs. Charlotte Knights

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:05 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:05 PM
Coolray Field 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.
Sports::Baseball
The Gwinnett Stripers are the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, playing in the International League. [click here for more]
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Atlanta Shakespeare Company presents Emma (In Collaboration With Belle Esprit)

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:30 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:30 PM
Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse Cost: $35-$49
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
Featuring: Atlanta Shakespeare Company
No description provided [click here for more]
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Rockin' Dave’s Rough Cutt · Openers - Lost Mountain · Dazr

Thursday May 21, 2026 07:30 PM EDT 05/21/2026 7:30 PM
MadLife Stage & Studios Cost: From $27.50
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.
Music::Live-Music
Rockin' Dave’s Rough Cutt · Openers - Lost Mountain · DazrByMadLife Stage & Studios FollowMadLife Stage & StudiosWoodstock, GAThursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:30pm to Thursday, May 21, 2026MadLife Stage & StudiosOverviewRockin' Dave’s Rough Cutt · Openers - Lost Mountain · Dazr — LIVE at MadLife Stage & ... [click here for more]
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Dad’s Garage Vault

Thursday May 21, 2026 08:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 8:00 PM
Dad's Garage Theatre Cost: Price: $13.00 + Fee: $2.00
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::Comedy, Arts::Theater
For a limited time, we’re opening the Dad’s Garage Vault to showcase some of our most memorable improv formats to surprise and delight Dad’s Garage fans both old and new. Every show of Dad’s Garage Vault features a different time-tested and audience-approved original improv format ready to dazzle an... [click here for more]
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Culture Wars at Terminal West

Thursday May 21, 2026 08:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 8:00 PM
Terminal West Cost: $47.00 – $58.00
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
Culture Wars’ debut album arrives ready to connect with a generation starved for authenticity and provocation in their rock bands. The young group’s energizing and unapologetically moving if not now, when? is a breath of fresh air full of ambition and pure intentions. As the band’s name implies, see... [click here for more]
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The Sloppy Boys at Vinyl

Thursday May 21, 2026 08:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 8:00 PM
Vinyl Cost: $15–$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::Live-Music
No description provided [click here for more]
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Autumn! at Center Stage Theater

Thursday May 21, 2026 08:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 8:00 PM
Center Stage Theater Cost: $36
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
No description provided [click here for more]
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Thursday Happy Hour

Thursday May 21, 2026 08:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 8:00 PM
Whole World Improv Theatre Co 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.
Nightlife::Comedy, Arts::Theater
No description provided [click here for more]
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Tayler Holder at Smith's Olde Bar

Thursday May 21, 2026 08:00 PM EDT 05/21/2026 8:00 PM
Smith's Olde Bar Cost: $22+
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
Tayler Holder is a singer, songwriter, and entertainer from Alvarado, Texas, who has captivated millions with his music and social media presence. From his early days competing in motocross to creating viral content on Instagram, Musical.ly, and Tik Tok, Tayler has always followed his passion for pe... [click here for more]

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