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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 (thursdays)

01/29/2026 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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Zuckerman Museum of Art Winter Exhibits (thursdays)

01/29/2026 9:00 AM

Zuckerman Museum of Art

The Art of Paper Selections of Handmade Paper...

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Dekalb History Center - Winter Exhibits (Thursdays)

01/29/2026 9:00 AM

The DeKalb History Center

Memorial Drive – New Exhibit#Memorial_Drive_N...

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High Museum Winter Exhibits (thursdays)

01/29/2026 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 (thursdays)

01/29/2026 9:00 AM

Michael C. Carlos Museum

Nicholas Galanin

I Think it Goes Like This (Gold)

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Wolfgang Gallery Winter Exhibits (thursdays)

01/29/2026 9:00 AM

Wolfgang Gallery

The House Keeps a Ledger

The House Keeps a L...

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Breman Museum Winter Exhibits (thursdays)

01/29/2026 10:00 AM

The Breman Museum & Cultural Center

Fiddler on the Roof: Costumes & Contrasts#Fid...

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Theater and Dance Events

Center for Puppetry Arts: Winter Special Exhibitions (thursdays)

01/29/2026 9:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

The Dragon King

January 14-25, 2026

Puppet...

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Pete the Cat

01/29/2026 10:00 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

Feeling Groovy!

Based o...

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Pete the Cat

01/29/2026 11:30 AM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

Feeling Groovy!

Based o...

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East Cobb Theatrical Company Presents "Little Mermaid"

01/29/2026 6:30 PM

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre

East Cobb Theatrical Presents Little Mermaid. Base...

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Black Girl Therapy 2 – Stage Play

01/29/2026 7:00 PM

7 Stages Theatre

Every girl has a breaking point. Six different Bla...

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Broadway in Atlanta presents MJ The Musical

01/29/2026 7:30 PM

Fox Theatre

January 27 - February 1, 2026

He is one of the g...

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Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents The Giver

01/29/2026 7:30 PM

Act3 Productions

Welcome to a future, not too far away from now, wh...

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Atlanta Book Events

Livingston Lecture featuring Ken Belson

01/29/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

Online ticket sales close at 5pm EST on the day of...

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Pete the Cat: Meet the Co-Creator James Dean, Author & Book Signing

01/31/2026 1:00 PM

Center For Puppetry Arts

Join Us for a Book Signing

January 31 | 1:00 PM

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Aaron Colton – Writing Through Writer’s Block

01/31/2026 4:30 PM

A Cappella Books

Aaron Colton – Writing Through Writer’s Block

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J.D. Myall & Julian Winters - Heart's Gambit

02/02/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

Please join us to celebrate J.D. Myall's debut nov...

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Writers at the Wrecking Bar Presents Rachel Taff in conversation with Sarah Edmondson - Paper Cut

02/03/2026 7:00 PM

Wrecking Bar Brewpub

Writers at the Wrecking Bar Presents Rachel Taff i...

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Anjali Enjeti – Ballot

02/12/2026 7:00 PM

Georgia Center for the Book

Anjali Enjeti – Ballot

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/17/2026 10:00 AM

Aurora Theatre

About

Meet the Performer
Study Guide

Jackie...

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Film Screenings and Festivals

"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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Boyz N the Hood--35th anniversary--Roswell Roots Screening at Aurora Cineplex

02/05/2026 7:00 PM

Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf

BOYZ N THE HOOD--Celebrate the 35th anniversary of...

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SCAD TVfest 2026 - Day 3

02/06/2026 12:00 PM

SCADshow

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

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Stray Kids: The dominATE Experience--Concert Film at Aurora Cineplex

02/06/2026 7:00 PM

Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf

Stray Kids: The dominATE Experience (2026) --Conc...

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Opera Spoken Word and Classical Music

America @ 250: Copland + Barber

01/29/2026 8:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Guest conductor Leonard Slatkin brings his "specia...

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Music for the Very Young: Carnival of the Animals

01/31/2026 10:30 AM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Classical music meets storytelling as members of t...

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Music for the Very Young: Carnival of the Animals

01/31/2026 12:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Classical music meets storytelling as members of t...

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America @ 250: Copland + Barber

01/31/2026 8:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Guest conductor Leonard Slatkin brings his "specia...

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ECMSA: Emerson Series—Gloria Chien, piano; Vega Quartet

01/31/2026 8:00 PM

Schwartz Center for Performing Arts

2025-2026 ECMSA

Free Event/No Tickets Required

P...

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Music for the Very Young: Carnival of the Animals

02/01/2026 1:30 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Classical music meets storytelling as members of t...

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Alan Morrison & Friends

02/01/2026 3:00 PM

Spivey Hall

Showcasing the full range and versatility of Spive...

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Upcoming Arts Events

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