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Atlanta is a music city, with a myriad of festivals, concerts and events offering something for everyone. The big events each year include the SweetWater 420 Festival, the Atlanta Jazz Festival, and the Shaky Knees Festival.

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SweetWater 420 Fest

The SweetWater 420 Fest will be held on April 17 - 18, 2026 at Centennial Park, downtown Atlanta..
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Atlanta Jazz Festival

You can't go wrong with free jazz music. The Atlanta Jazz Festival is a month-long celebration ending Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, 2026, with performances i...
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Tai Chi Gainesville GVL 655

Beginner Tai Chi – Quarter II

Saturday April 4, 2026 12:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 12:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $129 – $139
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.
Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance. 

Dates:: Saturdays, April 4 – June 13 (skips May 23) Time: Beginner, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.   Fee: $139 (Member $129) Registration Deadline: March 31  Instructor: Mali Harrell JOIN THE WAITLIST

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Intermediate Tai Chi – Quarter II

Saturday April 4, 2026 12:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 12:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $129 – $139
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.
Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance. 

Dates: Saturdays, April 4 – June 13 (skips May 23) Time: by instructor invitation only, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.   Fee: $139 (Member $129) Registration Deadline: March 31  Instructor: Mali Harrell Member Registration 

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Sandy Springs Farmers Market

Saturday April 4, 2026 08:30 AM EDT 04/04/2026 8:30 AM
City Springs 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::Community Markets, Free Events
The Sandy Springs Farmers Market is a vibrant outdoor market at City Springs. It brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses offering fresh produce, baked goods, specialty foods, handcrafted items, and live music. [click here for more]
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Managing Conflict in a Foster Care Setting & Understanding the Impact of Conflict

Saturday April 4, 2026 08:30 AM EDT 04/04/2026 8:30 AM
Kennesaw State University Cost: $350
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
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Morning Hikes

Saturday April 4, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 9:00 AM
Fernbank Museum of Natural History Cost: $20.00
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.
Community::Nature/Outdoors
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. [click here for more]
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Toddler Saturday

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
High Museum of Art Cost: $23.50
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.
Designed for children ages fifteen months through three years and their caregivers, Toddler Saturdays engage children’s creativity and explore monthly topics with related artwork, art-making activities, and self-guided tours. [click here for more]
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Family Saturday

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
High Museum of Art Cost: Not-Yet-Members $23.50 Get Tickets
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::Lectures
Family Saturdays incorporate arts programming for everyone. Friends and families of any age can experiment, play, and make art in studio workshops and learn about art on view through gallery tours. Whether you’re joining Toddler Saturday, Drawing from Experience, or Teen Art Afternoon, there is some... [click here for more]
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Head to Sandy Springs Artsapalooza Easter Weekend - April 4-5

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Century Springs East 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.
Festivals
Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is back for 2026 on Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Easter Sunday, April 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The award-winning, free festival showcases the work of over 150 artists, including painters, photographers, sculptors, jewelers, glass blowers, and leather and... [click here for more]
FrogFeedings Calendar

Frog Feeding

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
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.
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals. An amphibian specialist will share fun facts and answer questions about these captivating creatures. Public frog feedings allow visitors to observe one of the most interest... [click here for more]
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Plant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free and open to 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.
Growing in small spaces but thinking big picture? Whether you’re a beginning gardener or an experienced grower; master the basics of square foot gardening and the ins and outs of permaculture design with this workshop digging into two methods of planning and planting your garden! Design a sustainabl... [click here for more]
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Exploring Native Plants

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $35 – $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.
Transform your yard into a valuable natural community. In this class, we will explore the often-confusing language of native vs. invasive species and selecting appropriate native additions or alternatives for home gardening. Weather and bloom pending, an outdoor portion will examine species of inter... [click here for more]
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Chinese Watercolor: Peonies

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $100 – $105
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.
Learn how to paint peonies using traditional Chinese watercolor techniques. This class is appropriate for all levels of artistic experience, and all instruction and materials will be provided. 

Date: Saturday, April 4 Time: 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $105 (Member $100) Registration Deadline: March 31

Instr... [click here for more]
Ecoprinting Silk

Eco Printing Workshop

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $105 – $110
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.
Learn how to create beautiful plant designs on silk. Eco printing is imprinting images of leaves, plants, and flowers directly on protein fibers using a water bath process. In this workshop, you will create your own unique, beautiful, and colorful designs on a silk scarf with plants you bring from h... [click here for more]
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Creator's Market at Atlantic Station (saturdays)

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 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::Community Markets, Free Events, Arts
Dive into the Universe of Unique Artistry with Creator's Market…. where every weekend is

a vibrant symphony of art and commerce.

Unearth an eclectic trove of artists, crafters, and dynamic local businesses, all handpicked

just for you! Satisfy your cravings for the unconventional and let your sens... [click here for more]
Panda Fest 2026

Panda Fest Atlanta (Day Two)

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Atlantic Station Cost: Gen: $14 | VIP: $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.
Festivals::Food & Drink Festivals
PANDA FEST is one of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the US with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs that showcases the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from Asia. [click here for more]
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Studio Workshop: Paper Marbling

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
High Museum of Art Cost: Not-Yet-Members $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::Classes and Demos, Arts::Visual Arts
Discover the ancient art of Suminagashi (or “floating ink”) as you create elegant, one-of-a-kind marbled patterns on water. Learn how to guide pigment rings across the water’s surface before transferring your designs onto absorbent Japanese paper. Explore this meditative practice that celebrates cha... [click here for more]
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Bank Of America: Museums On Us

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
National Center for Civil and Human Rights Cost: Free with B of A card
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
Bank of America’s Museums on Us program provides one free general admission to participating museums for eligible cardholders on the first full weekend of every month. To receive free admission, present an active Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit card along ... [click here for more]
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ECMSA: Master Class Series—Robert Koenig, piano

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts 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, Free Events
2025-2026 ECMSA

Free Event/No Tickets Required

Now in his third decade as a much sought-after performing artist, Canadian pianist Robert Koenig has performed throughout the world to great acclaim as a collaborative pianist and chamber musician. Since 2007, Koenig has been Professor and Head of Col... [click here for more]
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Granny Graffiti Workshop with Carole Loeffler

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
MODA (Museum of Design Atlanta) 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.
Arts, Community
What would graffiti look like if it were made by a grandmother? That's the question at the heart of Granny Graffiti, the public art practice created by Philadelphia artist Carole Loeffler. Using vintage doilies and simple materials, Loeffler began stitching small affirmations — "It's OK," "Stay St... [click here for more]
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Petco Sandy Springs Dog Adoption Event

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Petco (Sandy Springs) 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, Community::Pets
Stop by as we collaborate with Petco in Sandy Springs for a Dog Adoption Event! All family members are welcome to join, including any four-legged ones. We are offering dog adoptions with different adoptable pets present throughout the event from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM onsite at Petco (5938 Roswell Rd N... [click here for more]
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Leashes & Lattes Adoption Event

Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Taproom Coffee 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, Community::Pets
Stop by for your morning coffee and meet adoptable pets at Taproom Coffee in Kirkwood every first Saturday of the month! We are offering dog adoptions with fosters pets present throughout the event from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM onsite at Taproom (1963 Hosea L Williams Drive SE, R106, Atlanta, GA 30317)... [click here for more]
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Open The Patio Party

Open the Patio Party & Car Show with Live Music at Top Dawg Tavern in Bethlehem

Saturday April 4, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 11:00 AM
Top Dawg Tavern - Bethlehem 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
Live Music on the patio is back for the season!

Join us on Saturday, April 4th for our Open the Patio Party and Car Show at Top Dawg Tavern! Our Car Show will be from 11am-3pm followed by great live music all night!

We will have $1 Wings, $10 Domestic Beer Pitchers and $6 Cutwater/$20 Cutw... [click here for more]
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Swing By Flight Club Atlanta for a 404 Day Toast

Saturday April 4, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 11:00 AM
Flight Club Atlanta Cost: $4.04
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
Atlanta’s unofficial holiday calls for a proper toast, and Flight Club Atlanta is keeping the celebration going on this 404 Day with a local pour made for the occasion. Tucked into West Midtown, the lively social darts destination is the perfect stop between 404 Day festivities happening around the ... [click here for more]
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Easter Brunch Debuts at Trattoria Lucia

Saturday April 4, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 04/04/2026 11:00 AM
Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail 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.
Food and Drink, Holidays and Special Events
Trattoria Lucia is marking Easter weekend, Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5, with the debut of its new Saturday and Sunday brunch. The opening menu features dishes like Affogato French Toast soaked in espresso and topped with vanilla gelato, Prosciutto Benedict, and an Italian Farm Breakfast Sk... [click here for more]
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Food & Street Art Tour on the Atlanta Beltline

Saturday April 4, 2026 11:30 AM EDT 04/04/2026 11:30 AM
Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail Cost: $95
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, Food and Drink::Dining/Tasting Events
Categories: Tours Discover Atlanta’s vibrant food scene along the Atlanta Beltline on this guided Food & Street Art Tour. Visit 5 popular restaurants to sample everything from Southern favorites to nationally acclaimed bites, plus enjoy a refreshing cocktail. Along the way, explore colorful murals, ... [click here for more]
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