Atlanta Festivals 2021
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2021 Little 5 Points MonsterFest Saturday October 16th Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 16, 2021 11:00 am EDT
Get ready for MONSTER FEST Oct 16 & 17th !! Search Little 5 Points for monsters designed by local ar...
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Free | more...
Tambor Party presents Deep Awakening Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 16, 2021 03:00 pm EDT
Categories: Dance event
OUTDOOR DAY PARTY EXPERIENCE! Tambor Party returns with Deep Awakening at Un...
$20-$30 | more...
$20-$30 | more...
2021 Atlanta Cycling Festival Saturday October 16th Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 16, 2021 09:00 pm EDT
Exploring Atlanta on two wheels since 2014, The Atlanta Cycling Festival holds events year round gea...
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Free | more...
2021 Little 5 Points MonsterFest Sunday October 17th Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday October 17, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
Get ready for MONSTER FEST Oct 16 & 17th !! Search Little 5 Points for monsters designed by local ar...
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Free | more...
Blue-B-Que Festival Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday October 17, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
Atlanta Victim Assistance is hosting their inaugural Blue-B-Que Festival at Georgia State University...
$20 GA/ $50 VIP | more...
$20 GA/ $50 VIP | more...
14th annual Jerry Day ATL Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday October 17, 2021 03:00 pm EDT
Celebrating the life and music of Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead - "the music NEVER stops" with 9...
$40-$50 | more...
$40-$50 | more...
14th annual Jerry Day ATL - "the music never stops" with 9 bands on 2 indoor stages - new rescheduled date Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday October 17, 2021 03:00 pm EDT
Celebrating the life and music of Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead - "the music NEVER stops" with 9...
$40 advance / $50 day of show | more...
$40 advance / $50 day of show | more...
2021 A3C Festival Friday Oct 22nd Event (Event Scheduled)
Friday October 22, 2021 10:00 am EDT
A3C is a music, tech, film & culture festival and conference in Atlanta, GA. The friday sessions are...
$35-$99 | more...
$35-$99 | more...
2021 Shaky Knees Music Festival Friday Oct 22nd Event (Event Scheduled)
Friday October 22, 2021 11:30 am EDT
This year's festival features a lineup of indie rock, indie pop and alternative music for three days...
$99-$219 | more...
$99-$219 | more...
Artisan Arts and Crafts Show Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 23, 2021 10:00 am EDT
Categories: Arts and Crafts, Arts and Craft Fair, Arts and Crafts Vendors, Outdoors, Shopping, Gifts...
Free to Browse/ Purchases start at $ 5 and up | more...
Free to Browse/ Purchases start at $ 5 and up | more...
2021 A3C Festival and Conference Saturday Oct 23rd Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 23, 2021 10:00 am EDT
A3C is a music, tech, film & culture festival and conference in Atlanta, GA.
$35-$99 | more...
$35-$99 | more...
2021 Shaky Knees Music Festival Saturday October 23rd Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 23, 2021 11:30 am EDT
This year's festival features a lineup of indie rock, indie pop and alternative music for three days...
$99-$219 | more...
$99-$219 | more...
Spooktacular Trick or Treat BOGO Mini Golf Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 23, 2021 04:00 pm EDT
Categories: Mini Golf, Halloween, Games, Trick or Treat, Family, Kids, Outdoors, Costumes, Entertain...
$ 6.00-$ 9.00 | more...
$ 6.00-$ 9.00 | more...
2021 Shaky Knees Music Festival Sunday October 24th Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday October 24, 2021 11:30 am EDT
This year's festival features a lineup of indie rock, indie pop and alternative music for three days...
$99-$219 | more...
$99-$219 | more...
2021 A3C Festival and Conference Sunday Oct 24th Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday October 24, 2021 07:00 pm EDT
A3C is a music, tech, film & culture festival and conference in Atlanta, GA. The Sunday sessions are...
$35-$99 | more...
$35-$99 | more...
Atlanta Black Theatre Festival Event (Event Scheduled)
Friday October 29, 2021 09:00 am EDT
Join us for a two-day theatre party bar none! On October 29 -30, 2021, the Atlanta Black Theatre Fes...
$45-$55 | more...
$45-$55 | more...
Atlanta Field Day Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 30, 2021 10:00 am EDT
REMEMBER RECESS? IT ONLY GETS BETTER WITH AGE!
Atlanta Field Day is a throw back to grade school, bu...
$62.00 | more...
$62.00 | more...
The Africa Expo Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 30, 2021 11:30 am EDT
The Africa Expo showcases Black Entrepreneurs and their talents and invites the community to support...
$10.00 | more...
$10.00 | more...
Dia de los Muertos Festival and Cantina contest Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 30, 2021 02:00 pm EDT
Roswell will be host to the city’s annual Dia de los Muertos Festival and Cantina contest on Saturda...
Free with one ticked event | more...
Free with one ticked event | more...
The Second Annual Día de los Muertos Festival Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday October 30, 2021 02:00 pm EDT
Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is centered around the remembrance of lost loved ones, a...
Free | more...
Free | more...
Red Clay Comedy Festival Event (Event Scheduled)
Thursday November 4, 2021 08:00 pm EDT
Categories: Comedy
Stand Up Comedy Festival in Atlanta on November 4-6, 2021! Performers include Sa...
$20-$100 | more...
$20-$100 | more...
George Strait, Eric Church & Caitlyn Smith Event (Event Scheduled)
Friday November 5, 2021 06:55 pm EDT
A little bit country. A little bit rock and roll. ATLive presented by Mercedes-EQ is back with Georg...
$92+ | more...
$92+ | more...
Chomp & Stomp Festival 2021 - Romp & Stomp 5K Race Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 07:30 am EDT
One of the most popular races in Atlanta, the Romp and Stomp 5k kicks off the Cabbagetown Chomp and ...
$35 | more...
$35 | more...
Pickle-ball Festival Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 09:00 am EDT
Categories: Fitness & Sports
The JOIN PICKLEBALL Festival is the perfect place to learn the sport of...
$35 - $39 | more...
$35 - $39 | more...
2021 Chastain Park Arts Festival Saturday November 6th Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 10:00 am EDT
The Chastain Park Arts Festival is a two-day outdoor event with an emphasis on the visual arts. Loca...
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Free | more...
Chastain Park Arts Festival 2021 Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 10:00 am EDT
The Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces is proud to announce the 13th Annual Chastain Park Arts Fes...
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Free | more...
Chomp & Stomp Festival 2021 - Bluegrass and More Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 11:00 am EDT
Website: Honoring Cabbagetown’s past as a little bit of country in the big city, Chomp & Stomp aims ...
Free | more...
Free | more...
2021 Atlanta Veg Fest Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
Atlanta Veg Fest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Since 2012, people from Metro Atlanta and be...
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Free | more...
Chomp & Stomp Festival 2021 - Chili Cook Off Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 12:30 pm EDT
Website: Chomp & Stomp Chili Cook-off and Bluegrass Festival celebrates its 18th year as one of Atla...
Event is free. Tasting spoons available per ticket. | more...
Event is free. Tasting spoons available per ticket. | more...
German Bierfest 2021 Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 01:00 pm EDT
Join us on Saturday, August 21st for the next edition of German Bierfest at the beautiful Woodruff P...
$45 | more...
$45 | more...
Metallica, Cage The Elephant & Greta Van Fleet Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 6, 2021 06:55 pm EDT
A little bit country. A little bit rock and roll. ATLive presented by Mercedes-EQ is back with Georg...
$92+ | more...
$92+ | more...
2021 Chastain Park Arts Festival Sunday November 7th Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday November 7, 2021 09:00 am EST
The Chastain Park Arts Festival is a two-day outdoor event with an emphasis on the visual arts. Loca...
Free | more...
Free | more...
Finders Keepers Event (Event Scheduled)
Wednesday November 10, 2021 07:00 pm EST
Finders Keepers Live featuring Bairi & Dende
$15-$20 | more...
Featuring: 404Sakura & AndyZ6
Where we highlight th...
$15-$20 | more...
Elegant Elf Marketplace Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday November 13, 2021 09:00 am EST
Categories: Holiday
The Sandy Springs Society will celebrate “10 Years of Holiday Cheer” during its ...
$5 | more...
$5 | more...
Interfaith Atlanta First Annual Fall Fest Event (Event Scheduled)
Sunday November 14, 2021 03:00 pm EST
Categories: Religion
Interfaith Atlanta’s First Annual Fall Fest. Love your neighbor. Celebrate dive...
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Free | more...
Fall Festivals
With a fresh chill in the air, the Fall Festivals present Atlantans with a final chance to be outdoors and catch some of the biggest events of the year. Music Midtown has historically been the highlight of the season but has played to mixed reviews in the past couple of years as they have sought a younger audience. DragonCon, A3C, Pride, Taste of Atlanta and a great Halloween festivals including the Little Five Points parade are must see events.
September 2021
Atlanta Jazz Festival 2021 Article
Sunday September 5, 2021 01:00 pm EDT
Atlanta Jazz Festival returns Labor Day Weekend 2021. The event will take place in Piedmont Park Sunday, September 5th and Monday, September 6th.
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2021 WRFG Annual Labor Day Blues BBQ Article
Monday September 6, 2021 01:00 pm EDT
WRFG 89.3 Community Radio's Annual Blues/BBQ Celebration
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Atlanta Food & Wine Festival 2021 Article
Saturday September 11, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival will take place September 11 & 12 for 2021 at Old Fourth Ward Park.
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Imagine Music Festival Article
Friday September 17, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
The Imagine Music Festival has been canceled. I was due to take place September 17-19, 2021 in Chattahoochee Hills, GA.
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Music Midtown 2021 Article
Saturday September 18, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
Browse the Music Midtown schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the event.
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atlanta greek festival Festivals, Things to Do
The Atlanta Greek Festival will take place at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral on Sept 24-26, 2021. This year is a COVID-safe Drive-Thru experience.
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Viva Tequila Festival 2021 Event (Event Scheduled)
Saturday September 25, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
DAY-LONG FESTIVAL - 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 5 hours of sipping, savory pairing and fun! Enjoy tasting tequilas and signature dishes from local restaura...
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October 2021
2021 Atlanta Design Festival Article
Saturday October 2, 2021 12:00 am EDT
The 2021 festival was postponed to October 2—10, 2021.
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Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade Festivals, Things to Do
Atlanta's historic Gay Pride Festival & Parade is canceled for 2021. The parade and month-long festival happens each October since 1970. LGBTQ+/Straight welcome
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Taste of Atlanta 2021 Article
Friday October 22, 2021 12:00 am EDT
This year's festival has been cancelled.
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Little 5 Points Halloween Festival and Parade 2021 Article
Saturday October 16, 2021 04:00 pm EDT
The L5P Halloween Festival will be back in person October 16-17, 2021.
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A3C Festival and Conference 2021 Article
Friday October 22, 2021 11:00 am EDT
Browse the many panels and speakers at A3C Festival and Conference, as well as the musical acts that are a part of the event. CL's critics & readers w...
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November 2021
Chomp and Stomp Chili Cook-Off Festival Festivals, Things to Do
The Chomp & Stomp Festival will take place in Cabbagetown Park on Nov 6, 2021. Enjoy Atlanta's best chili cook-off, bluegrass music, 5K run and artist market.
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Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular (no 2021 info) Article
Saturday November 20, 2021 05:18 pm EST
Browse Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guid...
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Winter Festivals
As the holiday season approaches, Winter festivals and events offer the chance for families and friends alike together and revel in the most wonderful time of the year. For college football fans, the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl is an exciting winter tradition. Celebrate MLK Day with the MLK March and Rally, and catch the month-long Jewish Film Festival.
Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl 2021 Article
Thursday December 30, 2021 07:00 pm EST
Browse information about Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. Check out events pertaining to the festival and get up-to-date information about game day.
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The Peach Drop 2021-2022 Article
Friday December 31, 2021 11:00 pm EST
Browse information pertaining to Atlanta's definitive New Year's event. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the Peach Drop.
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Atlanta Winter Beer Fest Article
Saturday February 5, 2022 12:00 pm EST
Browse information about the Atlanta Winter Beer Fest. Check out facets of the festival and get up-to-date information about the event.
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Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Article
Thursday February 3, 2022 12:00 pm EST
Browse the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the event.
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Black History Month Parade Article
Saturday February 19, 2022 12:00 pm EST
Browse the Black History Month Parade schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the event.
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Spring Festivals
As Atlanta starts to venture outdoors once again, the Festival season springs to life. The Atlanta Dogwood Festival marks the unofficial start of the Spring.
Atlanta Fair 2022 (maybe) Article
Friday March 4, 2022 12:00 pm EST
Atlanta Fair was expected to return March 2021
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Atlanta United Block Party Article
Saturday March 5, 2022 12:00 pm EST
Browse the Atlanta United Block Party schedule. No dates set for the 2022 4th Annual Block Party
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Atlanta Fermentation Fest (no new dates scheduled) Article
Sunday March 20, 2022 12:00 pm EDT
Browse the Atlanta Fermentation Fest schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the event.
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Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade Article
Thursday March 17, 2022 12:00 pm EDT
This year's event has been cancelled.Browse the Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade schedule.
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Atlanta Film Festival Article
Thursday April 21, 2022 12:00 pm EDT
This year's film festival was been held April 22-May 2nd in a virtual format. Browse the Atlanta Film Festival schedule as well as recommendations.
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Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2021 Article
Friday August 6, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
The Dogwood Festival will take place Friday, August 6 – Sunday, August 8.
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Atlanta Grilled Cheese Festival Article
Saturday April 30, 2022 11:30 am EDT
This year's Grilled Cheese festival has been postponed to Saturday, April 30, 2022.
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Sweetwater 420 Fest Article
Friday April 29, 2022 12:00 am EDT
The Sweetwater 420 Festival was postponed to April 29-May 1 2022. As far as we are aware, all previous purchases are still 100% honored and valid for ...
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Inman Park Festival Article
Friday April 22, 2022 12:00 pm EDT
This year's Inman Park Festival has been cancelled. 2022 Event Date is scheduled for Apr 22 – 24, 2022. Browse the Inman Park Festival schedule as wel...
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Shaky Beats Music Festival Article
Friday May 6, 2022 02:54 pm EDT
Shaky Beats will not return in 2020. There are no 2021 or 2022 Dates TBA.
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Atlanta Jazz Festival 2021 Article
Sunday September 5, 2021 01:00 pm EDT
Atlanta Jazz Festival returns Labor Day Weekend 2021. The event will take place in Piedmont Park Sunday, September 5th and Monday, September 6th.
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Atlanta Food & Wine Festival 2021 Article
Saturday September 11, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival will take place September 11 & 12 for 2021 at Old Fourth Ward Park.
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Summer Festivals
It's hot. Damn hot. The Fourth of July and the Peachtree Road Race marks the high point of the Summer but there are great Festivals in the air conditioning and ice cream and other treats for those headed outdoors.
2021 Atlanta Design Festival Article
Saturday October 2, 2021 12:00 am EDT
The 2021 festival was postponed to October 2—10, 2021.
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Juneteenth Atlanta Article
Friday June 18, 2021 12:00 am EDT
Juneteenth was held June 18-20 this year. Juneteenth Browse the Juneteenth Atlanta schedule as well as recommendations.
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National Black Arts Festival (no 2021 info) Article
Saturday July 24, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
We have no current information about the National Black Arts Festival schedule. Check back here for updates.
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Peachtree Road Race Article
Saturday July 3, 2021 12:00 am EDT
The Peachtree Road Race will take place July 3-4th, 2021. Browse the Peachtree Road Race schedule as well as recommendations.
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Atlanta Ice Cream Festival (no 2021 info) Article
Saturday July 10, 2021 12:00 am EDT
There is no update yet on the 2021 Atlanta Ice Cream Festival. Browse the Atlanta Ice Cream Festival schedule as well as recommendations.
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Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival (no 2021 info) Article
Sunday July 11, 2021 12:00 am EDT
There is no update yet on the 2021 Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival.
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Comic Con 2021 Article
Friday August 6, 2021 12:00 pm EDT
Comic Con will take place on August 6-8, 2021
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AJC Decatur Book Festival 2021 Article
Saturday October 2, 2021 10:00 am EDT
Browse the AJC Decatur Book Festival schedule as well as recommendations
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Dragon Con 2021 Article
Thursday September 2, 2021 10:00 am EDT
Browse the Dragon Con schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the event.
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Grant Park Summer Shade Festival Article
Saturday August 21, 2021 12:00 am EDT
Browse the Grant Park Summer Shade Festival schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the event.
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Piedmont Park Arts Festival Article
Saturday August 21, 2021 03:41 pm EDT
Browse the Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the even...
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