There is something magical about walking through Oakland Cemetery at twilight. After-dark events like Illumine and Capturing the Spirit of Oakland have proved so popular that Oakland Cemetery is launching a new series of twilight tours this … [Read more...] about Visit Oakland Cemetery at dusk for The Nightfall Chronicles, an enchanting series of twilight tours
Attractions & Museums
NEW! The Shine Drive-thru Light Show is open in Gwinnett, at Coolray Field
For info on the 2024 Glow Light Show at Coolray Field, click here. This is a brand new holiday light display in 2022! The Shine Light Show is a drive-thru event that opens at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville on Thursday, November 18, 2022. It … [Read more...] about NEW! The Shine Drive-thru Light Show is open in Gwinnett, at Coolray Field
RSVP for the Historic Trolley Tour in downtown Norcross, happening this Saturday
The city of Norcross brings back the Historic Trolley Tour for a late summer run! The Trolley Tours are on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. There are tours at 10 a.m. and at 1 p.m. Tickets are $10 and you must reserve your spot and buy your … [Read more...] about RSVP for the Historic Trolley Tour in downtown Norcross, happening this Saturday
FUNBOX, the world’s largest bounce park, opens a Kennesaw location with discounted tickets this weekend
Welcome to FUNBOX, a huge inflatable playground covering 25,000 square feet. Two temporary FUNBOX attractions are scheduled to open in metro Atlanta this September -- one in Gwinnett County and another in Cobb County. Each location will have ten … [Read more...] about FUNBOX, the world’s largest bounce park, opens a Kennesaw location with discounted tickets this weekend
FREE Touch-A-Truck on Thursday at The Avenue West Cobb, with inflatables, food trucks, face painting, more
The FREE Touch-a-Truck event returns to The Avenue West Cobb. This is a family-friendly outing on Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m. Bring your family and friends to enjoy delicious food trucks as well as exploring the coolest trucks in … [Read more...] about FREE Touch-A-Truck on Thursday at The Avenue West Cobb, with inflatables, food trucks, face painting, more
Always Free: Atlanta Contemporary Art Center hosts several new exhibitions
Atlanta Contemporary is an art center dedicated to advancing contemporary art -- and it features FREE admission every day it is open. To visit for free, all you have to do is register online ahead of time, or register at the door. Your … [Read more...] about Always Free: Atlanta Contemporary Art Center hosts several new exhibitions
Hidden Gems: Explore the South Fulton Scenic Byway in metro Atlanta
Let's face it, there are not a lot of scenic drives near Atlanta. You generally have to spend over an hour in the car heading toward the mountains to find scenic views. And that's what makes the South Fulton Scenic Byway such a hidden … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems: Explore the South Fulton Scenic Byway in metro Atlanta
FREE admission day & Juneteenth program at the William Root House in Marietta
The William Root House, a historic landmark in Cobb County, will host a FREE admission day with a Juneteenth program on Saturday, June 10, 2023. The hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Schedule of events: 10:15am - Guided tour of the William Root … [Read more...] about FREE admission day & Juneteenth program at the William Root House in Marietta
Annual Museum Day offers FREE admission to these attractions – reserve a ticket now for Sept. 17th
UPDATE: Smithsonian Magazine has announced it will not hold Museum Day in 2023 at all. Please check back when we update for 2024. You can see the cancellation announcement here Info below the line is from a prior year and is not … [Read more...] about Annual Museum Day offers FREE admission to these attractions – reserve a ticket now for Sept. 17th
Trains, Trains, Trains! Don’t miss this huge model train exhibit at the Southern Museum in Kennesaw
Trains, Trains, Trains! returns to the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History in 2023! This is the museum's largest and most popular event of the year. The 2023 display will be the largest one ever, featuring model train displays … [Read more...] about Trains, Trains, Trains! Don’t miss this huge model train exhibit at the Southern Museum in Kennesaw
The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta — daffodils, tulips, azaleas, cherry trees, and more
Where to see spring flowers near me Where to see spring flowers in Atlanta Metro Atlanta is just gorgeous in the spring! So where and when can you see spring flowers in all their dazzling glory? The earliest daffodils start blooming in … [Read more...] about The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta — daffodils, tulips, azaleas, cherry trees, and more
Gwinnett County Snowfest is happening this weekend — get the advance purchase discount
Do you want to build a snowman? Then Gwinnett County Snowfest is the place you'll want to be this weekend. This winter-themed event promises to deliver "real snow, real fun" for families and kids. Grab your mittens and head to the Gwinnett … [Read more...] about Gwinnett County Snowfest is happening this weekend — get the advance purchase discount
How (and where) to see the blood moon and lunar eclipse in metro Atlanta on Election Day
If you're up early on Election Day, you can witness a celestial event -- a blood moon and a total lunar eclipse. This is also an exceedingly rare alignment of the eclipsed moon with a U.S. midterm election! The total lunar eclipse will … [Read more...] about How (and where) to see the blood moon and lunar eclipse in metro Atlanta on Election Day
FREE open house at the Waffle House Museum — first time since 2019!
In case you didn't know, there's a Waffle House Museum here in the Atlanta metro area! The museum is the site of the very first Waffle House restaurant, which opened in 1955 in Avondale Estates. The Waffle House Museum is well-preserved, … [Read more...] about FREE open house at the Waffle House Museum — first time since 2019!
Skyview Atlanta: Deals and discounts for this downtown attraction
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Skyview Atlanta, our iconic downtown Ferris wheel, has announced its annual Birthday Bash event, to celebrate its 9th year in downtown Atlanta. The event takes placed on Saturday, July 16, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The first 50 people to … [Read more...] about Skyview Atlanta: Deals and discounts for this downtown attraction
FREE: Party with the Past is back, presented by the Atlanta History Center this Thursday
When it comes to fun-and-free events, Party with the Past is an Editor's Pick here at Atlanta on the Cheap. This brilliant program connects the community to the historic locations all around us. The event was on hiatus for the past two years, but … [Read more...] about FREE: Party with the Past is back, presented by the Atlanta History Center this Thursday
FREE: “Atlanta from the Ashes” history walking tour around Woodruff Park
UPDATED on 3/3/2022 -- Apparently the free tours have been suspended. They no longer appear on the Woodruff Park or downtown events calendars. We suspect the turnout was just too low during the pandemic, and we hope these wonderful FREE tours will … [Read more...] about FREE: “Atlanta from the Ashes” history walking tour around Woodruff Park
How to save money at Zoo Atlanta — all the deals and discounts!
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Zoo Atlanta is now selling timed tickets -- essentially, you make a reservation for the time you enter the zoo. In this way, the zoo can manage capacity. Zoo hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The zoo is estimating the average visitor will … [Read more...] about How to save money at Zoo Atlanta — all the deals and discounts!
See the Obama portraits at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta — including special free days
The official portraits of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will be on display at the High Museum from January 14th through March 13th, 2022. We're lucky to have them here in Atlanta, as only five cities are included in … [Read more...] about See the Obama portraits at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta — including special free days
Visit the APEX Museum in the Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta
APEX is an acronym for African-American Panoramic Experience. The mission of the APEX Museum is to accurately interpret and present history from an African-American perspective. Permanent exhibits include Sweet Auburn, Women in STEM, The Georgia … [Read more...] about Visit the APEX Museum in the Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta
LAST CALL to save up to 30% on tickets to the Illuminarium in Atlanta
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The world's first Illuminarium -- featuring a new kind of immersive experience -- opened in Atlanta on July 1, 2021. The first exhibit there is WILD: A Safari Experience, and tickets are on sale now (see ticket info below). If you haven't … [Read more...] about LAST CALL to save up to 30% on tickets to the Illuminarium in Atlanta
Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
What’s better than a haunted house for fall fun? A whole haunted village, that's what! The Village is a brand new attraction, taking place on the grounds of the Georgia Renaissance Festival. This is an immersive, outdoor experience that … [Read more...] about Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)
The Dunwoody Preservation Trust is hosting a FREE tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery. This is a history and storytelling tour, featuring tales of the people who are buried there -- it is not a scary Halloween tour. It is appropriate for families and … [Read more...] about FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)
Atlanta Botanical Garden: admission deals and discounts
The Atlanta Botanical Garden reopened to the public last May. There are safety measures in place, and a new system of ticketing with specific entry times. All members who joined or renewed before May 2020 will automatically receive two additional … [Read more...] about Atlanta Botanical Garden: admission deals and discounts
EXTENDED: Don’t Miss The FRIENDS Experience — it’s “The One in Atlanta” and it’s a ton of fun
Maybe you've heard of The FRIENDS Experience. Now you don't have to travel to NYC, because "The One in Atlanta" will have a limited run at the Perimeter Pointe shopping plaza -- just extended thru September 26th. We attended a media preview of the … [Read more...] about EXTENDED: Don’t Miss The FRIENDS Experience — it’s “The One in Atlanta” and it’s a ton of fun
LAST CALL for Jurassic Quest discounts at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds this weekend
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Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru is happening this month at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds -- and we have some discounts for you! The family-friendly drive-thru event opens on Friday, August 13th and runs through Sunday, August 22nd. The adventure is … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Jurassic Quest discounts at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds this weekend
LAST CALL: Friday is your last chance for a FREE tour of the historic Dekalb Courthouse on the Decatur Square
Take a FREE behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Dekalb County Courthouse, which sits majestically on the Decatur Square. These tours normally have a $10 fee -- but the tour docents are in training this month, and June is their practice … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Friday is your last chance for a FREE tour of the historic Dekalb Courthouse on the Decatur Square
LAST CALL for Dinosaur Drive-Thru, featuring animatronic creatures at White Water
Dinosaur Drive-Thru is happening now at Six Flags White Water -- and we have some discount codes for you! The family-friendly drive-thru event opens on Thursday, March 11 and runs through March 28th. The adventure is a 45-minute driving tour … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Dinosaur Drive-Thru, featuring animatronic creatures at White Water
MODA: Museum of Design Atlanta
On the second Sunday of most months, you can get FREE admission to MODA, the Museum of Design Atlanta. The event was previously known as Family Free Day, but has been rechristened as Design Club Day. While admission and special programming are free, … [Read more...] about MODA: Museum of Design Atlanta
How to view the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn that some are calling “the Christmas star”
Here's how to view the Christmas star -- the Great Conjunction of Jupiter & Saturn -- from locations around metro Atlanta and other places in Georgia. UPDATED on 12/22/2020 -- If you missed the conjunction at its peak on Dec. 21st, … [Read more...] about How to view the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn that some are calling “the Christmas star”
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
How to watch the summer solstice live-stream from Stonehenge in the UK
Watch the summer solstice LIVE from Stonehenge this year, without leaving Atlanta! The prehistoric site is currently closed to the public, but will offer live coverage of sunset and sunrise on its social media channels. Stonehenge is an ancient, … [Read more...] about How to watch the summer solstice live-stream from Stonehenge in the UK
Local history centers are collecting stories and items from the pandemic — how to contribute
Like it or not, we are living through history right now. It has been over a hundred years since the world experienced a pandemic of this magnitude. Both the Dekalb History Center and Atlanta History Center are putting together archives from this … [Read more...] about Local history centers are collecting stories and items from the pandemic — how to contribute
Children’s Museum of Atlanta launches online learning program while school is out
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To help you keep your little ones engaged while school is out, the museum has launched a FREE online program called #CMAatHome. Each weekday at 11 a.m., the museum will provide an interactive activity, vocabulary list, song list, or book … [Read more...] about Children’s Museum of Atlanta launches online learning program while school is out
CANCELED: Free tours of the Georgia Governor’s Mansion, Tuesdays thru Thursdays
The tours have been canceled until further notice. There is info, below, on the virtual tour. People are always looking for free things to do in Atlanta. Here's one that is ALWAYS FREE! Immerse yourself in a little bit of Georgia … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Free tours of the Georgia Governor’s Mansion, Tuesdays thru Thursdays
FREE admission to the Atlanta Botanical Garden thru Sunday, Feb. 16th
From February 12th thru 16th, you can enjoy a rare FREE admission deal at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. The garden hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on each of these days. Remember, you'll still pay for parking in the deck if you drive. This is not a … [Read more...] about FREE admission to the Atlanta Botanical Garden thru Sunday, Feb. 16th
FREE Freedom Brass Concert at the Carter Presidential Center on Jan. 31st
Located on 35 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the Carter Presidential Center is an intown oasis along Freedom Parkway. Atlanta is lucky to be home to one of just 13 presidential libraries in the U.S. A permanent museum exhibit hits the … [Read more...] about FREE Freedom Brass Concert at the Carter Presidential Center on Jan. 31st
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Updated for 2020! If you've never been to the Center for Civil and Human Rights, maybe it's time to plan a visit! The Center's exhibits connect the American civil rights movement to today's global human rights movement. Museum hours: Monday - … [Read more...] about Old post, now redirected
DISCOUNTS: Get 35% off tickets to the “BODIES: The Exhibition” at Atlantic Station
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UPDATED on 6/15/2020 -- BODIES the Exhibition is permanently closed. You can currently save 35% off regular price tickets to BODIES: The Exhibition at Atlantic Station. Through the deal, ticket prices are as follows. Adult ticket (ages 12 … [Read more...] about DISCOUNTS: Get 35% off tickets to the “BODIES: The Exhibition” at Atlantic Station
Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta: Discounts + Adult Night
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Searching for Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta discounts? You're in luck. You've got a few ways to treat your kids (or yourself) to a day of play at Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta on the cheap, no coupon code required. Your ticket … [Read more...] about Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta: Discounts + Adult Night
