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Atlanta Visual Arts Events & Gallery Exhibits


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Museum Exhibits & Art Shows

Visual Arts at Atlanta Attractions (e.g. Fernbank)

Family-Friendly Visual Arts Events

Upcoming Visual Arts Events in Atlanta

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Atlanta’s visual arts scene thrives in museums, art galleries, studios, and unexpected corners of the city. Whether you’re looking for gallery openings, museum exhibitions, or family-friendly installations at local attractions, this page brings it all together. For broader coverage of the arts, check out our Atlanta Arts Events hub or browse curated highlights from Critic's Pick: CL Recommends.

Atlanta Gallery Highlights This Week


Looking for our critic’s picks for gallery openings, museum installations, and standout exhibits? Don’t miss our CL Recommends for curated highlights across all categories — including top visual arts events happening now.

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Museum Exhibits and Art Shows

Here's what is showing at the Art Museums around Atlanta.

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Globey's Big Debut

05/23/2026 6:00 PM
Center For Puppetry Arts
For the first time in nearly 40 years, one of the ...
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Member May Exhibition Tour | Amy Sherald: American Sublime

05/28/2026 2:00 PM
High Museum of Art
Join us as we explore Amy Sherald’s largest exhibi...
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Bacharach at The Breman

06/07/2026 4:00 PM
The Breman Museum & Cultural Center
In this hybrid of concert and cabaret, performers ...
—event listing here


ATL Gallery Openings and Exhibits this Week
Here's what is showing at the Art Galleries around Atlanta.

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Grocery Bag, Moon Owl's Mages, Shock Tea and Possums

05/23/2026 8:00 PM
Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery
Grocery Bag, Moon Owl's Mages, Shock Tea and Possu...
—event listing here

Visual Arts at Atlanta Attractions

Here's what is showing at the Fernbank, Atlanta Botanical Gardens and Atlanta Attractions

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Shows for Seedlings: Playtime Songs with Ms. Patty

05/22/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Enjoy a variety of live performances by some of At...
—event listing here
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Immersive Yoga: WILD at Illuminarium Atlanta

05/31/2026 10:30 AM
Illuminarium Atlanta
Step Into the Flow. Fully Immersed.


Yoga at Illu...
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Family Nature Walk at Fernbank

05/23/2026 11:30 AM
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on th...
—event listing here

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Patty

Shows for Seedlings: Playtime Songs with Ms. Patty

05/22/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Enjoy a variety of live performances by some of At...
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Girl Scouts in the Garden

05/29/2026 9:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Calling all Girl Scouts! Bring your families and f...
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Toddler Takeover at the High Museum

05/30/2026 9:00 AM
High Museum of Art

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., May 30 - Sun., May 31
Toddler Takeover, Woodruff Arts Center - Kids up to...

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Toddler Takeover at the High Museum

05/31/2026 9:00 AM
High Museum of Art

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., May 30 - Sun., May 31
Toddler Takeover, Woodruff Arts Center - Kids up to...

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Toddler Saturday at the High Museum

06/06/2026 10:00 AM
High Museum of Art
Designed for children ages fifteen months through ...
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Family Saturday at the High Museum

06/06/2026 10:00 AM
High Museum of Art
Family Saturdays incorporate arts programming for ...
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UPS Second Sunday at the High Museum

06/14/2026 12:00 PM
High Museum of Art
On the second Sunday of each month, we offer free ...
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Juneteenth Celebration at the High Museum

06/19/2026 10:00 AM
High Museum of Art
Reflect on themes related to the Juneteenth holida...
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UPS Second Sunday at the High Museum

07/12/2026 12:00 PM
High Museum of Art
On the second Sunday of each month, we offer free ...
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Visual Arts Calendar

Below is our Events Calendar for all upcoming visual arts events and times/current exhibits at the local galleries, museums and attractions.

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Analytics Day

Friday May 1, 2026 08:30 AM EDT 05/01/2026 8:30 AM
Kennesaw State University 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.
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Truist Park Tour

Friday May 1, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 05/01/2026 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.

[click here for more]
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

Friday May 1, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 05/01/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: $19-$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.
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Based on the book by Jon Scieszka & illustrated by Lane Smith

Adapted by Jason Hines  Step into a wildly inventiv… Includes: Performance tickets include the Create-A-Puppet Workshop™, Worlds of Puppetry Museum, and limited free onsite parking.

Includes: Performance tickets include the Create-A-Pup... [click here for more]
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Creator's Market at Atlantic Station (fridays)

Friday May 1, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 05/01/2026 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]
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Tai Chi at City Springs

Friday May 1, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 05/01/2026 10:00 AM
City Springs 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.
Community::Health and Fitness, Community::Nature/Outdoors
Experience the Power of Tai Chi on the City Green! Join us every Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m. for Tai Chi, brought to you by the City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department in partnership with Florin Szondi of the USA Chen Taiji Center. [click here for more]
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Arts in the Garden

Friday May 1, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 05/01/2026 10:00 AM
Skyland 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.
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Kicking off May is Mental Health Month, Arts in the Garden is a celebration of people living with mental health disorders. Come experience the creativity, talent, and resilience of individuals who are far more than their diagnoses. See what’s possible when communities support mental health treatment... [click here for more]
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Shows for Seedlings: Interactive Songs and Stories with Michael Levine

Friday May 1, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 05/01/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden 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::Classes and Demos, Arts::Visual Arts, Community::Family
Enjoy a variety of live performances by some of Atlanta’s most beloved children’s musicians and storytellers in this engaging series. Shows take place Fridays, May through September at 10 and 10:45 a.m.   Renowned artist Michael Levine shares his music and storytelling inspiration with children as t... [click here for more]
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Drop-In Kids Gardening Activity

Friday May 1, 2026 10:30 AM EDT 05/01/2026 10:30 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.
Community::Nature/Outdoors, Community::Family
Each week in the Children’s Garden, expert horticulturists feature a kid-friendly gardening activity, like seed planting, watering or harvesting, both to keep our Garden beautiful and connect our youngest guests with nature.

Schedule: Wednesdays, May – September Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Fee: Free wi... [click here for more]
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

Friday May 1, 2026 11:45 AM EDT 05/01/2026 11:45 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: 20.00 for 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.
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Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

A Stinky, Hilarious Folktale Adventure

Based on the book by Jon Scieszka & illustrated by Lane Smith Adapted by Jason Hines

Join us for the world premiere of the Center’s adaptation of this bestselling fan favorite!

Run dates: April 7–May 17, 2026

[click here for more]
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Atlanta Film Festival 2026 (Day Nine)

Friday May 1, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 12:00 PM
Atlanta Area Theaters Cost: $240+ for all access, see individual events for specific pricing
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
Daily Atlanta Film Festival programming including screenings, shorts blocks, and special events. [click here for more]
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Honoring May Day: A Teach-In On Atlanta Labor History

Friday May 1, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 12:00 PM
Charis Books & More Cost: Free w/donation of $5 requested
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.
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Honoring May Day: A Teach-In on Atlanta Labor History This is an in-person only event, which takes place at Charis Books and More. It is free to attend and no registration is required. Please read the in-person event guidelines at the bottom of this page to be sure you can participate... [click here for more]
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Drop-In Garden Tours

Friday May 1, 2026 01:30 PM EDT 05/01/2026 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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Mike Mauldin Art Show — Opening Reception at Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery

Friday May 1, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 5:00 PM
Eyedrum Art and Music 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
Opening reception for the Mike Mauldin Art Show at Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery. [click here for more]
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Future Ready Festival

Friday May 1, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 5:00 PM
Tri-Cities High School 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.
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Future Ready Fest 2026 is a free, family-friendly festival hosted by PlantLanta at Paul D. West Middle School. Join us for an evening of live music, STEM activities, cooking demos, student showcases, food trucks, local vendors, and hands-on experiences for all ages. This first-ever festival brings... [click here for more]
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Chef & Winemaker Dinner Series: a Taste of Spring - Available 5:30 PM - 9 PM at City Winery Atlanta

Friday May 1, 2026 05:30 PM EDT 05/01/2026 5:30 PM
City Winery Atlanta 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.
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Click 'More Information' on the right to make your reservation for one of these four seatings:

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6:30pm

7:30pm

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8:00pm

Celebrate the flavors of the season at our Chef & Winemaker Dinner: A Taste of Spring. This four-course dining experience focuses on fresh, vibrant ingredients t... [click here for more]

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