Head to Eventide Brewing this Saturday for a St. Patrick's celebration that features beer, trivia, Irish food, and live music. The event is FREE to attend. Hours are 1 to 8 p.m. It also features a winner-take-all game of trivia from 2 … [Read more...] about Shamrocks & Shenanigans at Eventide Brewing this Saturday — music, food, beer, trivia
Arts & Entertainment
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival goes to virtual screenings and drive-in movies for 2021
The 21st annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival runs from February 17th through 28th, 2021. This year, it is a reimagined experience -- a hybrid event that combines streamed virtual screenings with a few select drive-in movie experiences. The … [Read more...] about Atlanta Jewish Film Festival goes to virtual screenings and drive-in movies for 2021
NEW weekend discounts for the Hot Wheels Ultimate Drive-Thru event at Six Flags
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The Hot Wheels Ultimate Drive Thru is being billed as a one-of-a-kind experience, where the world of Hot Wheels comes to life right outside your own vehicle. Over 50 legendary cars, monster trucks, and much more will be on display at the … [Read more...] about NEW weekend discounts for the Hot Wheels Ultimate Drive-Thru event at Six Flags
Get one FREE month to stream Disney+ when you buy a Kellogg’s cereal
Get one FREE month of unlimited streaming with Disney+ when you buy certain types of cereal and upload your receipt. This is a fantastic offer from Disney and Kellogg’s, especially considering that the streaming channel Disney+ no longer offers … [Read more...] about Get one FREE month to stream Disney+ when you buy a Kellogg’s cereal
NASA’s Perseverance rover lands on Mars: Watch live this Thurs. & have fun with the virtual photo booth
NASA's Mars 2020 Perseverance rover is scheduled to land on Mars on Thursday, February 18th, 2021. Touchdown is schedule for approximately 3:55 p.m. EST. Perseverance launched last year -- on July 30th, 2020 -- from Cape Canaveral Air Force … [Read more...] about NASA’s Perseverance rover lands on Mars: Watch live this Thurs. & have fun with the virtual photo booth
Virtual Black Poetry Fest to be presented by Fulton County Library this week
The Fulton County Public Library system will host a Black Poetry Fest in February. Four events will take place on Thursday evenings in February, from 7 to 8 p.m. The events will take place on the library's Facebook Live page and you can also … [Read more...] about Virtual Black Poetry Fest to be presented by Fulton County Library this week
Lanta Gras 2021 celebration: Drive by house floats, enjoy NOLA takeout, throw beads, and more!
How to celebrate Mardi Gras in Atlanta this year? The organizers of the annual Lanta Gras celebration and parade have outdone themselves, coming up with a 2021 celebration that keeps people safe and socially distant. Read on to see how you can … [Read more...] about Lanta Gras 2021 celebration: Drive by house floats, enjoy NOLA takeout, throw beads, and more!
“Night of Spirituals” rings in Black History Month (attend either virtually or in-person this Friday)
Ring in Black History Month with an evening of soul-filled spirituals! The events take place on Friday, February 5th, 2021 at 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend. You can attend either virtually, or in person at Refuge Coffee Company. Prepare to be … [Read more...] about “Night of Spirituals” rings in Black History Month (attend either virtually or in-person this Friday)
Center for Puppetry Arts: participate in puppet shows and workshops via Zoom
You can enjoy online experiences with the Center for Puppetry Arts, even while it is closed for live puppet theater. Here's an overview of what the Center is offering, to keep kids and families entertained. Upcoming programs include: Music, … [Read more...] about Center for Puppetry Arts: participate in puppet shows and workshops via Zoom
Daily Deal: Get 2 movie tickets for $20 at CinéBistro at Town Brookhaven
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Cheap date alert! For a limited time, you can get two movie tickets to CinéBistro at Town Brookhaven for just $20, through a Groupon deal. The voucher is good through April 18th, which means you could buy now and use for a Valentine's Day … [Read more...] about Daily Deal: Get 2 movie tickets for $20 at CinéBistro at Town Brookhaven
$5 Friday classic movies at SCADshow: “Citizen Kane” on Dec. 11th
UPDATED on 6/2/2020 -- The $5 movies seem to be continuing, starting with the June film, which is Mary Poppins. We did not find a statement about health and safety precautions, although tickets are on sale. Remember, just because something is … [Read more...] about $5 Friday classic movies at SCADshow: “Citizen Kane” on Dec. 11th
Complete list of drive-in and outdoor movies this weekend
Drive-in movies have made a resurgence this holiday season! This is a general post about drive-in theaters in metro Atlanta -- scroll down for info on the Christmas Eve showings at the Springs Cinema and Plaza Theatre drive-in locations. Metro … [Read more...] about Complete list of drive-in and outdoor movies this weekend
Holiday movies at The Springs Drive-in: “Elf,” “Scrooged,” and more
UPDATED on 11/12/2020 -- Now that it gets dark earlier, the Springs is offering two films most nights, for an early show and late show. The Springs Cinema & Taphouse is hosting a pop-up drive-in movie theater on weekends (Friday, … [Read more...] about Holiday movies at The Springs Drive-in: “Elf,” “Scrooged,” and more
FREE: Outdoor holiday market at Ponce City Market on Saturday
Introducing PCM Goes Inside Out -- a series of outdoor events that will take place in the courtyard at Ponce City Market. The events are scheduled for every other Saturday, through December 12th. They are FREE to attend, but bring your wallet for … [Read more...] about FREE: Outdoor holiday market at Ponce City Market on Saturday
Drive-In Christmas Laser Show at Sam Smith Park in Cartersville this week
Move over Stone Mountain, you have competition! The Christmas Laser Light Show comes to the Sam Smith Park in Cartersville this week. This drive-in laser show will run nightly from Thursday, December 3rd though Sunday, December 6th, … [Read more...] about Drive-In Christmas Laser Show at Sam Smith Park in Cartersville this week
Halloween celebrations, one for families & one for adults only, on the Roof at Ponce City Market
On Halloween, Saturday, October 31st, The Roof at Ponce City Market will host a two-part celebration -- an afternoon event for kids, and an adults-only Spooktacular in the evening. These are open-air, outdoor events. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., … [Read more...] about Halloween celebrations, one for families & one for adults only, on the Roof at Ponce City Market
Walmart hosts no-contact trick-or-treating in Atlanta, Roswell, Morrow, Stockbrige, and Cumming
Walmart is offering safer Halloween experiences this fall. Some are virtual and others are low-contact events held at select Walmart Supercenter stores, in the parking lot. All are FREE to participate in. The first is Halloween Camp. This is … [Read more...] about Walmart hosts no-contact trick-or-treating in Atlanta, Roswell, Morrow, Stockbrige, and Cumming
FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
The Atlanta History Center is hosting a FREE Day of the Dead Festival, known as Dia de los Muertos in Spanish. The event takes place on Sunday, October 31, 2021, from noon to 5:00 p.m. Capacity is limited, so you'll need to register online for … [Read more...] about FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
CANCELED: The Haunted Highway, drive-thru spooktacular event at North Dekalb Mall
UPDATED on 10/15/2020 The Haunted Highway has been canceled. Organizers have posted a statement on the website. It says they underestimated the risks of keeping everyone safe. It says refunds will be automatically issued back to your original … [Read more...] about CANCELED: The Haunted Highway, drive-thru spooktacular event at North Dekalb Mall
Tickets are on sale for Avalon’s next Drive-In Live Concert — act quickly!
Tickets go on sale Monday, September 28th at 10 a.m. for Avalon's next Drive-In Live concert, taking place on Friday, October 2nd. These events sell out fast, so plan to act quickly if you'd like to attend. The next concert features a live … [Read more...] about Tickets are on sale for Avalon’s next Drive-In Live Concert — act quickly!
FREE: An Evening with Shakespeare in Wills Park, in Alpharetta, this Friday
Come to the Wills Park pavilion (behind the Alpharetta Community Center) on select dates in October, for An Evening With Shakespeare & Friend. This is an outdoor performance, and you're asked to wear a mask and maintain social … [Read more...] about FREE: An Evening with Shakespeare in Wills Park, in Alpharetta, this Friday
“Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda offers “EduHam at Home” virtual program for FREE
EduHam is a program from Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda that helps kids create their own pieces, using history as inspiration. Almost 2,000 schools have participated in EduHam, and right now, a family version, EduHam at Home, is available to … [Read more...] about “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda offers “EduHam at Home” virtual program for FREE
Drive-in cabaret performances at Cobb County Civic Center
These outdoor, socially-distanced performances will be held at the Cobb Civic Center parking lot. Tickets are available through the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre. This '60s and '70s themed showcase will feature six performers from the Atlanta Lyric … [Read more...] about Drive-in cabaret performances at Cobb County Civic Center
Atlanta Film Festival 2020 adopts drive-in experiences and virtual formats
The 44th annual Atlanta Film Festival was originally scheduled to take place in the spring, but was postponed like everything else. Now it's back for September, in a new format that includes both virtual and drive-in movies. According to the press … [Read more...] about Atlanta Film Festival 2020 adopts drive-in experiences and virtual formats
Historic Fourth Ward Park Fall Fest & Sunday Funday in the Park
It's fall festival time! The Old Fourth Ward Fall Fest takes place this Saturday, September 21st at the green space next to the Old Fourth Ward Skate Park -- followed by Sunday Funday in the Park Admission and entertainment is FREE -- just … [Read more...] about Historic Fourth Ward Park Fall Fest & Sunday Funday in the Park
Aurora Cineplex in Roswell adds a pop-up drive-in movie experience this month (also, mini golf!)
UPDATED on 9/26/2020 The September drive-in movies have ended. We will update if more drive-in experiences are added. Find more drive-in movies here Aurora Cineplex is hosting a pop-up drive-in movie experience in its parking lot this … [Read more...] about Aurora Cineplex in Roswell adds a pop-up drive-in movie experience this month (also, mini golf!)
FREE: Drive-in movie night in Lawrenceville — limited tickets so register now!
Head to downtown Lawrenceville's Depot District for family movie night on Friday, September 18th. The event is FREE, but has limited capacity so pre-register right away. The movie will be Jumanji: The Next Level (family version). This may … [Read more...] about FREE: Drive-in movie night in Lawrenceville — limited tickets so register now!
FREE drive-in movie night in Norcross on Friday, September 11th
It's been a bad summer for outdoor movies, but the city of Norcross is reviving the tradition this month with a pop-up drive-in experience. The drive-in movie event will take place at Hopewell Baptist Church in the parking lot. Because of limited … [Read more...] about FREE drive-in movie night in Norcross on Friday, September 11th
POSTPONED: Pop-up drive-in movies in southwest Atlanta on Saturdays
UPDATED on 7/8/2020 -- According to the Facebook event page, the drive-in movies have been postponed, due to City of Atlanta guidelines on group gatherings. You can see the announcement here. The Mary Parker Foundation is hosting a pop-up … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: Pop-up drive-in movies in southwest Atlanta on Saturdays
CANCELED: Peachtree Corners hosts The Night Market with live music
UPDATED on 6/25/2020 -- We've received word that the city of Peachtree Corners is canceling the September and October Night Market events. It hopes to resume the events again in 2021. Note that content below the line is now outdated. We will … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Peachtree Corners hosts The Night Market with live music
Temporary art installation: “Canstruction 2020” at Ponce City Market
Ponce City Market hosts the temporary sculpture exhibit, Canstruction. Each sculpture in the exhibit is made entirely out of canned goods. All have been designed and constructed by professionals in the architecture, engineering, or construction … [Read more...] about Temporary art installation: “Canstruction 2020” at Ponce City Market
Regal Cinemas to reopen with $5 Flashback Features — some tickets on sale now
Regal Cinemas is about to open its doors again, after being closed for several months. And to welcome you back, the chain is offering Flashback Features at a flashback price. Since few new films are being released right now, Regal is … [Read more...] about Regal Cinemas to reopen with $5 Flashback Features — some tickets on sale now
Walmart is transforming supercenter parking lots into drive-in movie theaters
Starting in August, select Walmart Supercenters will transform their parking lots into contact-free drive-in movie theaters. Will we get a Walmart drive-in theater or two around metro Atlanta? We are betting on yes! Walmart has indicated the … [Read more...] about Walmart is transforming supercenter parking lots into drive-in movie theaters
FREE pop-up drive-in movie screenings of “Aladdin” this weekend (pre-register now)
Cobb County Parks Department is hosting safe and family-friendly entertainment this month with FREE pop-up drive-in movies! Aladdin is showing on Friday and Saturday nights at three different locations within Cobb County. You can bring your own … [Read more...] about FREE pop-up drive-in movie screenings of “Aladdin” this weekend (pre-register now)
X-mas in July with a drive-in showing of “The Grinch” at the Avenue East Cobb (buy tickets now)
Chill out at this Xmas in July event, hosted by the Avenue at East Cobb. The evening will feature a drive-in movie showing of The Grinch. You can also enjoy a photo opportunity with Santa in a red convertible, and a DJ-lead trivia game. The … [Read more...] about X-mas in July with a drive-in showing of “The Grinch” at the Avenue East Cobb (buy tickets now)
LAST CALL: download J.K. Rowling’s new children’s book, “The Ickabog,” online for FREE
Author J.K. Rowling is famous around the world for her Harry Potter series of books. Now, she's offering a new book for FREE. The Ickabog, Rowling's latest work, will be published in November of 2020. But starting NOW, she'll offer an online … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: download J.K. Rowling’s new children’s book, “The Ickabog,” online for FREE
LAST CALL to stream Atlanta Ballet’s “Beauty and the Beast” this weekend
UPDATED on 7/3/2020: This performance is available to stream on line through Sunday, July 5th. Watch here On Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10th you can watch Atlanta Ballet perform Beauty and the Beast. The stream begins at 2 p.m. on … [Read more...] about LAST CALL to stream Atlanta Ballet’s “Beauty and the Beast” this weekend
LAST CALL: Stream the film “Just Mercy” for FREE, ending tonight
Warner Bros. is making the film Just Mercy widely available to stream at no cost. The movie stars Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Foxx and Brie Larson. It is based on the powerful and thought-provoking true story of young lawyer Bryan Stevenson (played by … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Stream the film “Just Mercy” for FREE, ending tonight
LAST CALL: Stream the civil rights drama “Selma” for FREE, ending tonight
Paramount Pictures is making the Best Picture-nominated film Selma widely available for streaming for FREE. For the remainder of June, you can rent the movie at no cost, on multiple digital platforms in the U.S. The film chronicles the … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Stream the civil rights drama “Selma” for FREE, ending tonight
CANCELED: Underwear Comedy Party this Friday (yes, it’s a thing!)
This is a one-of-a-kind monthly comedy show featuring local and touring comics performing in nothing but their underwear. Yes, it's really a thing! And it brings new meaning to the question "boxers or briefs?" The event has been named one of the … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Underwear Comedy Party this Friday (yes, it’s a thing!)
