So you live in Atlanta and you’re bored this weekend? Honestly, you have no reason to be. From live music and baseball to art festivals and free community events, there is plenty happening around the city. Whether you want a big night out, something chill to do with friends, or just an excuse to get out of the house, here are a few events worth checking out this weekend.
August 13
Gipsy Kings featuring Tonino Baliardo
The Gipsy Kings are bringing their Historia Tour to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Thursday night. If you love Latin music and want something a little different from your usual concert, this could be a fun way to kick off the weekend.
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Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Isaiah Rashad – Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip
Hip-hop fans can catch Isaiah Rashad at the Coca-Cola Roxy Thursday night. If you’re looking for a high-energy concert to start your weekend early, this one is worth checking out.
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Coca-Cola Roxy
All Shook Up
Marietta Theatre Company is kicking off performances of All Shook Up, a musical inspired by Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night and filled with Elvis Presley hits. Basically, Shakespeare meets rock ‘n’ roll.
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Marietta Theatre Company
August 14
Atlanta Braves vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
The Braves are back at Truist Park this weekend for a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Summer baseball, a trip to The Battery, and some ballpark food make for a pretty solid Friday night.
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Atlanta Braves
Ella Mai – Do You Still Love Me? Tour
R&B singer Ella Mai is bringing her tour to Atlanta Friday night. If your playlist could use a little more R&B, this is probably the concert for you.
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Ticketmaster
Melanie Fiona
Melanie Fiona is performing a special two-night, four-show engagement at City Winery on Friday and Saturday. With her soulful sound and intimate venue, this could be a great option for a more relaxed night out.
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City Winery Atlanta
Outdoor Movie Night: Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (FREE)
Grab a blanket or lawn chair and head to the Atlanta BeltLine for an outdoor screening of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure. Free movies outside are basically the perfect summer activity.
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Atlanta BeltLine
August 15
Piedmont Park Arts Festival (FREE)
Piedmont Park is filling up with around 200 artists for this annual arts festival. Expect paintings, photography, handmade goods, food, live entertainment, and plenty of things to browse while enjoying the park. And yes, it is completely free to attend.
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Piedmont Park Arts Festival
Marcus Garvey Day Festival (FREE)
Taking place in West End, this annual festival celebrates culture, history, music, art, food, and community. It is a great way to spend a Saturday supporting local vendors and enjoying live entertainment.
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Marcus Garvey Day Festival
Wings & Strings (FREE)
Head over to Jess Lucas Park in Hapeville for a free night of live music and, obviously, plenty of wings. Justin Monday opens the show before Donovan Fuller takes the stage. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and make an evening of it.
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City of Hapeville – Wings & Strings
Atlanta Chinese Dance Co. – Chinese American Journeys
This performance at Emory’s Performing Arts Studio combines traditional Chinese dance, ballet, martial arts, and contemporary movement to tell three Chinese American stories. It is a really unique option if you’re looking for something outside of the usual concert or festival.
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Discover Atlanta
August 16
Piedmont Park Arts Festival (FREE)
If Saturday gets away from you, you still have Sunday to check out the Piedmont Park Arts Festival. Spend the afternoon browsing local artwork, grabbing food, and enjoying the park before the weekend comes to an end.
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Piedmont Park Arts Festival
Braves vs. Diamondbacks
Wrap up the weekend with Sunday baseball at Truist Park as the Braves finish their series against Arizona. It is hard to beat a summer afternoon at the ballpark.
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Atlanta Braves
Poppy – Constantly Nowhere Tour
If you’re looking for a concert to end the weekend, Poppy is bringing her Constantly Nowhere Tour to The Tabernacle Sunday night. Expect an energetic show that is definitely a little different from your typical pop concert.
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The Tabernacle
Also Happening This Weekend
18th Annual Atlanta Quilt Festival
The Atlanta Quilt Festival is continuing through the weekend with quilts, textile art, classes, vendors, and plenty of creative work to check out. Even if you’re not a quilting expert, it’s a fun way to see some seriously impressive artwork.
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Atlanta Quilt Festival
If you’re looking for something free, Piedmont Park Arts Festival, Marcus Garvey Day Festival, and Wings & Strings are some of the best options this weekend. For music, Ella Mai, Melanie Fiona, and Poppy give you plenty of different sounds to choose from. And if you’re just looking for a classic Atlanta weekend, you really can’t go wrong with a Braves game and a trip around The Battery.
