The winter attractions at Lanier Islands are back for the 2024-2025 holiday season! The drive-through light show from years past has been replaced with a walk-through light display known as Lakeside Lights Spectacular. And if you … [Read more...] about Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular and Snow Island winter fun park
Attractions & Museums
NEW Cosmic Sleighride drive-thru holiday light show at Six Flags White Water
World of Illumination, the producer of the world's largest animated light show, is unveiling a new holiday drive-thru experience in 2024. Enchanted Safari will take place at Six Flags White Water. The show runs from November 15 thru December 29, … [Read more...] about NEW Cosmic Sleighride drive-thru holiday light show at Six Flags White Water
Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: Go on a Value Night and save!
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for the season on November 18, 2024. It runs through January 4, 2025. Fantasy in Lights features over seven miles of lights in … [Read more...] about Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens: Go on a Value Night and save!
Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this Weekend
Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Gwinnett County is open for tours on most weekends. Come for a visit, and pet and feed Creekwater Farm's 50 alpacas. According to the farm's website, tour groups are limited to around 10 people and happen at … [Read more...] about Take a tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this Weekend
Spooky adventures await: Visit these haunted houses in Metro Atlanta (if you dare!)
As Halloween approaches, Metro Atlanta becomes a playground for those seeking spine-tingling thrills and eerie adventures. From legendary haunted houses to ghostly tours, the city offers a variety of attractions that promise to deliver heart-pounding … [Read more...] about Spooky adventures await: Visit these haunted houses in Metro Atlanta (if you dare!)
Get 40% OFF tickets to Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival Glow-by-Night attraction
Light shows aren't just for Christmas anymore! The 2024 Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park has a theme of Play by Day, Glow by Night and it is amazing! See the section below for all the available discounts on this attraction. The … [Read more...] about Get 40% OFF tickets to Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival Glow-by-Night attraction
13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to enjoy this fall
UPDATED for 2024! Ready for some fall fun? Check out this list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, petting zoos, jumping pillows, and spooky Halloween-themed attractions. These are all destinations and day trips to farms within a … [Read more...] about 13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to enjoy this fall
“Victorian Funeral” exhibit at the Root House in Roswell, with flashlight tours on Friday nights
The Victorian Funeral exhibit is on display at the William Root House, in Marietta, from October 1st through November 2, 2024. During this time, the rooms inside the Root House will be decorated as they would have been after a Root family … [Read more...] about “Victorian Funeral” exhibit at the Root House in Roswell, with flashlight tours on Friday nights
The Georgia GetOutPass is on sale — experience 365 days of fun for under $50
The Georgia GetOutPass is an app-based discount program that give you access to multiple attractions and venues for a one-time annual fee. It's the perfect way to explore activities around and outside Atlanta, and it makes a great gift. It's also … [Read more...] about The Georgia GetOutPass is on sale — experience 365 days of fun for under $50
Great Wolf Lodge — SAVE BIG on day passes and overnight stays at the LaGrange location
If you’d like to make your kids very happy, you could take them to Great Wolf Lodge, which features an indoor water park, with comfortably heated water. An offer from Groupon lets you choose overnight accommodations from a number of different types … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge — SAVE BIG on day passes and overnight stays at the LaGrange location
The best things to do in October, around metro Atlanta
Updated for 2024! Welcome to October! Fall is here and the weather is mild. It's time for apple orchards, corn mazes, woodland walks, county and state fairs, and plenty of weekend festivals! Are you looking for things to do this October around … [Read more...] about The best things to do in October, around metro Atlanta
Buford Corn Maze & Scream Zone open for the season!
Have some fall fun at Buford Corn Maze -- including the Haunted Forest and Pumpkin Patch! The Buford Corn Maze is under new ownership in 2024!It's now being run by the same family that operates Dahlonega Butterfly Farm. The Buford Corn Maze was … [Read more...] about Buford Corn Maze & Scream Zone open for the season!
North Georgia State Fair: Free admission days & discounts
The North Georgia State Fair returns to Marietta in the fall of 2024! It opens on Thursday, September 19th and runs through Sunday, September 29th. The 2024 Fair promises to be bigger and better than ever -- with live music, petting barns, flower … [Read more...] about North Georgia State Fair: Free admission days & discounts
Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum: FREE admission + film festival for President Carter’s 100th birthday this Saturday
Former President Jimmy Carter turns 100 on October 1, 2024 -- making him oldest living former U.S. president and the longest-lived president in U.S. history! To commemorate the life and achievements of this great humanitarian, the Carter … [Read more...] about Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum: FREE admission + film festival for President Carter’s 100th birthday this Saturday
September in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Welcome to September! Fall begins this month, but the weather is still warm and pleasant. It's time for apple orchards, corn mazes, woodland walks, county and state fairs, and plenty of weekend festivals! Are you looking for things to do this … [Read more...] about September in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Get 30% OFF tickets to “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” for a limited time
For a limited time, save 30% on Van Gogh tickets -- details below! Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is here in Atlanta once again! You may be looking for indoor activities during this current heat wave, so here's a splurge alert for your … [Read more...] about Get 30% OFF tickets to “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” for a limited time
Oakland Cemetery’s popular Halloween tour tickets are still available!
A rare chance to visit Oakland Cemetery after dusk, in these Halloween tours (tickets on sale now, but will sell out quickly!) The Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours are an annual tradition in Atlanta. And while they take … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery’s popular Halloween tour tickets are still available!
LAST CALL: See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday
Breaking news! Stone Mountain Park is bringing back the classic version of the Lasershow that you remember from the '80s and '90s! It will run for four nights only, over Labor Day weekend, plus one more Saturday night. The dates are listed … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: See the classic Lasershow for FREE at Stone Mountain this Saturday
The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
2015 Dragon Con Parade (photo: 123RF) Dragon Con is back for 2024! The five-day convention and parade have been an annual Labor Day Weekend tradition in Atlanta since 1987 (including that awful summer of 2020, when it was reinvented as a … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
Cool off in these FREE Splash Pads, Spraygrounds, & Fountains this summer
The splash pads and spraygrounds in Atlanta are a fun way for kids to cool off and play in the water, without going to a pool. No matter where you live in metro Atlanta, there is most likely a park with a water feature near you -- and most of them … [Read more...] about Cool off in these FREE Splash Pads, Spraygrounds, & Fountains this summer
August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Welcome to August! It's back-to-school time, but there are still plenty of outdoor concerts and movies, free splash pads, and even some indoor events for those sweltering August days. Are you looking for things to do this August around metro … [Read more...] about August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Have a close-up butterfly encounter! Where to see butterflies in Atlanta this summer
Where to see butterflies in Atlanta -- have a close-up butterfly encounter this summer, at these parks and nature centers! Have a butterfly encounter this summer! You can get up close to hundreds of flying butterflies at local nature centers … [Read more...] about Have a close-up butterfly encounter! Where to see butterflies in Atlanta this summer
Atlanta History Center: free admission days, including the Margaret Mitchell House
Atlanta History Center: ticket discounts & free admission days, plus get a FREE ride to the Center from a MARTA station. Want to visit the Atlanta History Center? Here's what you need to know to plan your trip -- including a list of free … [Read more...] about Atlanta History Center: free admission days, including the Margaret Mitchell House
Free museum admission for active military families this summer, thru the Blue Star Museums program
Through the Blue Star Museums program, families of active military members can enjoy FREE admission at over 2,000 venues nationwide -- including 14 in the Atlanta metro area. The program is made possible through collaboration with the National … [Read more...] about Free museum admission for active military families this summer, thru the Blue Star Museums program
June in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month, including ideas to beat the heat
Things to do in June in Atlanta! Welcome to June! It's time for summer concerts, movies on the lawn, Juneteenth celebrations, and summer vacation activities. Are you looking for things to do this June around metro Atlanta? This is your monthly … [Read more...] about June in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month, including ideas to beat the heat
Memorial Day Weekend: fun stuff to do, commemorative events, deals & freebies
Memorial Day Weekend 2024 in Atlanta is looking good! There are lots of events happening, both to commemorate our fallen military personnel in the traditional manner, and to just have fun and celebrate the beginning of the summer season. We're … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend: fun stuff to do, commemorative events, deals & freebies
May in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month!
Welcome to May! It's time for spring festivals, outdoor concerts, baseball, and drinks on the patio. Are you looking for things to do in May around metro Atlanta? This is your monthly guide to free and cheap fun in the month of May. Below … [Read more...] about May in Atlanta: All the best things to do this month!
Heart Strings, a new immersive exhibit, offers FREE admission to anyone under 18
Heart Strings by UNICEF is a unique, family-friendly experience features interactive activities, multimedia, and inspiring music. This multi-sensory journey shines a light on the world's children, transcending borders, cultures, and languages … [Read more...] about Heart Strings, a new immersive exhibit, offers FREE admission to anyone under 18
The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience at Oakland Cemetery
Illumine is an annual after-dark arts event that takes place at Oakland Cemetery this spring. If you missed the popular light show last year, you have another chance -- the 2024 event is expanded and better than ever. It happens on … [Read more...] about The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience at Oakland Cemetery
The Bradley Observatory in Decatur holds its FREE open house & planetarium show this Friday
The Bradley Observatory in Decatur holds an Open House each month during the academic year. The events are free and open to the public. Each Open House will feature a presentation or concert, followed by a planetarium show. There will also be … [Read more...] about The Bradley Observatory in Decatur holds its FREE open house & planetarium show this Friday
Solar eclipse viewing: How to watch safely from home, plus local viewing events
On Monday, April 8, 2024, we'll experience a partial solar eclipse. Because Atlanta is outside the path of totality, we won't have complete darkness here. Still, we'll be treated to 82% of totality, as the moon passes between the Earth and the … [Read more...] about Solar eclipse viewing: How to watch safely from home, plus local viewing events
Where to see dazzling displays of daffodils, cherry blossoms, and other spring flowers around metro Atlanta
Where to see spring flowers near me Where to see spring flowers in Atlanta The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta -- including daffodils, tulips, azaleas, wildflowers, cherry trees, magnolias, and more. Visit these parks, gardens, … [Read more...] about Where to see dazzling displays of daffodils, cherry blossoms, and other spring flowers around metro Atlanta
Play in the snow at Lanier Islands: The snow machines are pumping out the white stuff!
Lanier Islands resort is inviting you to become snowbound! While snow may be rare in Atlanta, it's in plentiful supply at the Margaritaville License to Chill Snow Island attraction, just a short drive up the highway in Buford, GA. The lakeside … [Read more...] about Play in the snow at Lanier Islands: The snow machines are pumping out the white stuff!
World of Coca-Cola: Get a family 4-pack of tickets for $50
World of Coca-Cola: Ticket discounts and free admission days. World of Coca-Cola is mainly a tourist attraction -- but probably every Atlantan should visit at least once. On this page, we'll keep track of current discounts, special exhibits, … [Read more...] about World of Coca-Cola: Get a family 4-pack of tickets for $50
The Atlanta Oddities & Curiosities Expo is here this weekend — featuring all things truly weird!
This event is custom-made for anyone interested in the strange, unusual, and bizarre! Come to see a curated selection of weird items -- displayed by vendors, dealers, and artists. NOTE: You can save $5 on admission when you buy tickets in advance … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Oddities & Curiosities Expo is here this weekend — featuring all things truly weird!
FREE storytelling tour of Norcross City Cemetery this Sunday
Come out and explore! You can join a FREE tour of the Norcross City Cemetery on Sunday, February 4, 2024, starting at 2 p.m. Local historian Gene Ramsay, from the Gwinnett Historical Society, will lead the tour. Gene will talk about interesting … [Read more...] about FREE storytelling tour of Norcross City Cemetery this Sunday
Jurassic Quest opens Friday for 3 days only: Save 25% on tickets
The blockbuster exhibit Jurassic Quest arrives at the Cobb Galleria Center this month for an extremely limited run -- so get your tickets before they sell out. This is an indoor event, featuring huge animatronic dinosaurs and thrilling … [Read more...] about Jurassic Quest opens Friday for 3 days only: Save 25% on tickets
National Center for Civil and Human Rights: Free admission day on Jan. 13th
National Center for Civil and Human Rights: ticket discounts and free admission days Get FREE admission on MLK Day -- Details below! The National Center for Civil and Human Rights is an engaging cultural attraction that connects the … [Read more...] about National Center for Civil and Human Rights: Free admission day on Jan. 13th
“Museums For All” program offers free or cheap admission to families receiving SNAP benefits–learn which GA museums participate
Did you know that SNAP EBT card in your wallet also qualifies you for free or reduced museum admission? Museums For All is a national program that strives to make museums accessible to everyone in the community. The museums that sign up to … [Read more...] about “Museums For All” program offers free or cheap admission to families receiving SNAP benefits–learn which GA museums participate
Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit
NOTE: Oakland Cemetery is closed for the month of January in 2024, for construction and infrastructure improvements. However, you can sign up here for the MLK Day of Service on Jan. 15th and help out by planting trees and doing basic work on the … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit