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Looking for the best arts experiences in Atlanta? The arts calendar from Creative Loafing features the city’s most exciting gallery events, 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.

For a complete guide to current museum and gallery exhibitions, visit our Exhibitions page.

Explore subcategories like Visual Arts, Theater, Film, Dance, Books, Spoken Word, and Opera for more focused listings.

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Exhibitions at Dekalb History Center - (Mondays)

09/21/2026 10:00 AM

The DeKalb History Center

Explore current exhibitions on view at DeKalb Hist...

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Exhibitions at Atlanta History Center (Tuesdays)

09/22/2026 9:00 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

Exhibitions at High Museum (Tuesdays)

09/22/2026 10:00 AM

High Museum of Art

Dec 12 through Sun., May 10
CRITIC’S PICK
The Family Album of Ralph Eugene Meatyard, High...

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Exhibitions at Carlos Museum (Tuesdays)

09/22/2026 10:00 AM

Michael C. Carlos Museum

Explore current exhibitions on view at Michael C. ...

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Exhibitions at Zuckerman Museum of Art (Tuesdays)

09/22/2026 10:00 AM

Zuckerman Museum of Art

Explore current exhibitions on view at Zuckerman M...

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Exhibitions at Dekalb History Center - (Tuesdays)

09/22/2026 10:00 AM

The DeKalb History Center

Explore current exhibitions on view at DeKalb Hist...

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Oglethorpe

Exhibitions at Oglethorpe University Museum of Art (Tuesdays)

09/22/2026 12:00 PM

Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

Explore current exhibitions on view at Oglethorpe ...

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Theater and Dance Events

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Exhibitions at Center for Puppetry Arts: (Tuesdays)

09/22/2026 10:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Explore current exhibitions on view at Center for ...

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City Springs Theatre Company presents Les Misérables

09/23/2026 7:30 PM

Byers Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Sep. 11 - Sun., Sep. 27
Les Misérables, Byers Theatre - When Victor Hugo's...

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Theatrical Outfit presents August Wilson's Fences

09/23/2026 7:30 PM

Theatrical Outfit

CRITIC'S PICK:
Wed., Sep. 16 - Sun., Oct. 4
'Fences' by August Wilson, Theatrical Outfit - In...

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BlackGround

09/23/2026 8:00 PM

Dad's Garage Theatre

BlackGround is an all-African-American comedy trou...

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BlackGround

09/23/2026 8:00 PM

Dad's Garage Theatre

BlackGround is an all-African-American comedy trou...

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City Springs Theatre Company presents Les Misérables

09/24/2026 7:30 PM

Byers Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Sep. 11 - Sun., Sep. 27
Les Misérables, Byers Theatre - When Victor Hugo's...

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Atlanta Shakespeare Company presents Measure for Measure

09/24/2026 7:30 PM

Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., Sep. 12 - Sun., Sep. 27
Measure For Measure, Shakespeare Tavern - William...

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Atlanta Book Events

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Susan Neiman in conversation with John McMillian - Call It Evil

09/21/2026 7:00 PM

Georgia Center for the Book

The eminent moral philosopher Susan Neiman shows h...

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Marshall J. Moore The Henchperson's Guide to Unionizing Book Launch

09/21/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

We are so excited to celebrate Marshall J. Moore's...

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Dr. Shefali in conversation with Sara Blakely - Raising Conscious Daughters and Raising Conscious Sons

09/22/2026 7:00 PM

Chapel on Sycamore

Bestselling author Dr. Shefali offers a powerful w...

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J.Tom Morgan in conversation with Melita Easters - A Rainy Night in Georgia

09/22/2026 7:00 PM

Manuel's Tavern

J.Tom Morgan in conversation with Melita Easters -...

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Poetry Writing Workshop

09/26/2026 6:30 PM

Wild Aster Books

Have you always wanted to write poetry but aren’t ...

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Meet Me In The Garden: An Evening with Nina LaCour

09/27/2026 6:30 PM

Charis Books & More

Meet Me In The Garden: An Evening with Nina LaCour...

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Emily St. John Mandel - Exit Party In-store Booksigning

09/28/2026 2:30 PM

A Cappella Books

With the evening author talk sold out, A Cappella ...

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Film Screenings and Festivals

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SCAD AnimationFest 2026 (day one)

09/23/2026 9:00 AM

SCADshow

Welcome animation’s best to Atlanta at SCAD Animat...

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Lavender Lens: Queer Film Screening

09/23/2026 7:00 PM

The Supermarket

Join The Bakery Atlanta and Lavender Lens for a f...

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Jungle Fever

The Emory Cinematheque Presents: JUNGLE FEVER

09/23/2026 7:30 PM

Emory University Film and Media

The Emory Cinematheque is a theatrical venue offer...

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SCAD AnimationFest 2026 (day two)

09/24/2026 9:00 AM

SCADshow

Welcome animation’s best to Atlanta at SCAD Animat...

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SCAD AnimationFest 2026 (day three)

09/25/2026 9:00 AM

SCADshow

Welcome animation’s best to Atlanta at SCAD Animat...

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Studio Ghibli Fest --Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away at Aurora Cineplex

09/26/2026 4:00 PM

Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf

Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 by Fathom Entertainment--P...

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La La Land in Concert

09/26/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Revisit the 2016 Academy Award ® winning Lionsgate...

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Opera Spoken Word and Classical Music

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Opera Storytime at Switzer Library

09/22/2026 3:00 PM

Atlanta Opera Center

Calling all little opera lovers! The Atlanta Opera...

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Rufus Wainwright at City Winery Atlanta

09/22/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

CRITIC'S PICK:
Tues., Sept. 22
Rufus Wainwright, City Winery - Rather than emulate his famous...

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Students at the Symphony: Symphony Safari

09/23/2026 10:15 AM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

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Students at the Symphony: Symphony Safari

09/23/2026 11:45 AM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

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Rufus Wainwright at City Winery Atlanta

09/23/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

CRITIC'S PICK:
Wed., Sept. 23
Rufus Wainwright, City Winery - Rather than emulate his famous...

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Students at the Symphony: Symphony Safari

09/24/2026 10:15 AM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

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Students at the Symphony: Symphony Safari

09/24/2026 11:45 AM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

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