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Atlanta Arts Events, Exhibits & Performances

 
Looking for the best arts experiences in Atlanta? The arts calendar from Creative Loafing features Atlanta’s most exciting gallery exhibits, stage productions, film screenings, book readings, and cultural happenings. From downtown theater premieres to Westside art walks and international dance showcases, this is your gateway to Atlanta’s thriving arts scene. Explore subcategories like Visual Arts, Theater, Film, Dance, Books, Spoken Word, and Opera for more focused listings.

Visual Arts Exhibits and Gallery Openings

Atlanta History Center Winter Exhibits (fridays)

01/16/2026 8:00 AM

Atlanta History Center

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

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

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High Museum Winter Exhibits (fridays)

01/16/2026 9:00 AM

High Museum of Art

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

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Carlos Museum Winter Exhibits (fridays)

01/16/2026 9:00 AM

Michael C. Carlos Museum

Nicholas Galanin

I Think it Goes Like This (Gold)

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Spalding Nix Gallery Winter Exhibitions (fridays)

01/16/2026 9:00 AM

Spalding Nix Fine Art

ENSEMBLE 2025

November 21, 2025 - January 16, 202...

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Zuckerman Museum of Art Winter Exhibits (fridays)

01/16/2026 9:00 AM

Zuckerman Museum of Art

The Art of Paper Selections of Handmade Paper...

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Dekalb History Center - Winter Exhibits (fridays)

01/16/2026 9:00 AM

The DeKalb History Center

Memorial Drive – New Exhibit#Memorial_Drive_N...

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Johnson Lowe Gallery Winter Exhibits (fridays)

01/16/2026 9:00 AM

Johnson Lowe Gallery

2025: In Review A Year of Exhibitions at John...

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Theater and Dance Events

Center for Puppetry Arts: Winter Special Exhibitions (fridays)

01/16/2026 9:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

The Dragon King

January 14-25, 2026

Puppet...

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Atlanta Shakespeare Company presents Twelfth Night

01/16/2026 7:30 PM

Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., Jan. 10 - Sun., 25
Twelfth Night, Atlanta Shakespeare Company - The mythical...

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Authenticity Theater presents Glengarry Glen Ross

01/16/2026 8:00 PM

7 Stages Theatre

David Mamet’s American classic Glengarry Glen Ross...

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Spanish Improv In Atlanta | El Show Improvisado

01/16/2026 10:00 PM

Whole World Improv Theatre Co

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Center for Puppetry Arts: Winter Special Exhibitions (saturdays)

01/17/2026 10:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

The Dragon King

January 14-25, 2026

Puppet...

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The Dinner Detective — ATL

01/17/2026 6:00 PM

Atlanta Marriott Suites Midtown

America's LARGEST Interactive True Crime Murder My...

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The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show

01/17/2026 6:00 PM

Sonesta Atlanta Northwest Galleria

Categories: Dinner, Theater, Comedy Join us for an...

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Atlanta Book Events

Kristen Callihan & Kandi Steiner - Only on Gameday

01/16/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

We are so excited to be hosting NYT Best Selling a...

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Lynn Cullen Book Launch Party

01/20/2026 6:30 PM

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center

Join us on Tuesday, January 20 for a special editi...

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Lynn Cullen Book Launch Party

01/20/2026 6:30 PM

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center

Join us on Tuesday, January 20 for a special editi...

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Creative Writing Workshop

01/20/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

🎟 Spots are limited! Tickets can be purchased on o...

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Lynn Cullen

01/21/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

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Ninajirachi @ Believe Music Hall

01/23/2026 10:00 PM

Believe Music Hall Atlanta

Iris Presents: Ninajirachi @ Believe Music Hall | ...

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Julian Winters & Kate Goldbeck

01/27/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

We can't wait to gather to celebrate Julian's newe...

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Film Screenings and Festivals

The Lord of the Rings Trilogy--25th anniversary at Aurora Cineplex

01/16/2026 7:00 PM

Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf

THE LORD OF THE RINGS Trilogy--25th anniversary sc...

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National Popcorn Day at Aurora Cineplex

01/19/2026 10:00 AM

Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf

NATIONAL POPCORN DAY-- Monday Jan 19th from 10am-...

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Lavender Lens ~ Queer Shorts Night and Trans + Enby Clothing Swap

01/21/2026 6:30 PM

The Supermarket

Join Lavender Lens and The Bakery Atlanta for an e...

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"What If..." Greek Film Event

02/01/2026 4:15 PM

Tara Theatre

Event Description

The ATLANTA GR...

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Atlanta Greek Film Expo presents Reel Kefi film screening: WHAT IF...

02/01/2026 4:15 PM

Tara Theatre

Atlanta Greek Film Expo presents Reel Kefi, our si...

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SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 1

02/04/2026 12:00 PM

SCADshow

Connect with TV megastars and the top talent behin...

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SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 2

02/05/2026 12:00 PM

SCADshow

Connect with TV megastars and the top talent behin...

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Opera Spoken Word and Classical Music

Stutzmann Conducts Schubert's Great Symphony

01/16/2026 8:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Music Director Nathalie...

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Angel Blue, sopano with Bryan Wagorn, piano

01/17/2026 3:00 PM

Spivey Hall

Observer

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Creative Writing Workshop

01/20/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

🎟 Spots are limited! Tickets can be purchased on o...

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Poetry for Survival ~ A Workshop for Queer Poets

01/21/2026 7:00 PM

The Supermarket

Calling all 2SLGBTQ poets! Please join us for a po...

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UpTempo Teen Night + ASO Concert

01/22/2026 6:30 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

About

Musicologist Dr. Marie Sumner Lott will le...

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Ellington + Elgar's Enigma Variations

01/22/2026 8:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Edward Elgar scored an instant hit with his 1899 E...

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Justin Stanley, clarinet | Emory Artist Affiliate Recital

01/22/2026 8:00 PM

Schwartz Center for Performing Arts

2025–2026 Emory Department of Music Free Event/No ...

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Upcoming Arts Events

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