7 Things To Do In Atlanta Before or After The Peach Bowl

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If you’re looking for a pretty cool time in Atlanta after the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, there are plenty of things to do this weekend in Atlanta – and it all centers around what’s happening on the field.

The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers face off against the Oregon Ducks in this weekend’s Peach Bowl, which is being played in downtown Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Here’s what to do this Atlanta weekend, including everything you need to know.

Downtown Atlanta and establishments within walking distance of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be rocking with fans of both Texas and Arizona State.

Here are six things to know and do in Atlanta after the Peach Bowl:

1. Explore Fan Fest and Tailgating Around Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Head to the areas surrounding the stadium for pre-game festivities, fan zones, and tailgating. The energy from thousands of college football fans will make downtown electric!

2. Grab A Bite In Downtown Atlanta

The city’s downtown Atlanta area has several top-notch restaurants and bars that you can enjoy. Read our guide on downtown Atlanta restaurants.

From Margaritaville, The Vick sports bar and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, there’s so much to see and eat! And if you prefer newer eateries check out our New Atlanta Restaurant Guide.

3. Hit Ponce City Market

This vibrant food hall and shopping spot is ideal for meals, desserts, or coffee. Enjoy rooftop views and a lively vibe that’s perfect post-game.

Ponce City Market has a full slate for the winter, including skating and more.

4. Walk The Atlanta Beltline

Perhaps you’ve heard of Atlanta’s 20+ mile loop that connects some of its most storied neighborhoods. The weather is pretty agreeable, so hit the Beltline. Take a photo on the trails, enjoy the art, run, walk, go Beltlining!

5. Destiny’s Child Candlelight Tribute

Destiny’s Child: Iconic Reimagined Tribute showcases the top bops from 2000’s group Destiny’s Child. Enjoy a remarkable performance by a live string ensemble with an unforgettable string sound. Get tickets.

6. Trolley Ride Atlanta

Ride a classic trolley to discover Atlanta on a 90-minute tour. See all the iconic landmarks downtown like the World of Coca-Cola, Georgia Aquarium, MLK Jr. National Historical Park, Oakland Cemetery, and more . Get tickets.

7. Go To The College Football Hall of Fame

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With it being a huge college football weekend, if you haven’t already, visit the College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta. 250 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. 

Atlanta has so much to do that you need a curated guide to help you sort through it all. Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.  

Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace

First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:

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Tee Johnson: Tee Johnson is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of AtlantaFi.com, Atlanta’s independent hyper-local publication focused on news, restaurants, events, jobs, neighborhoods, and lifestyle. A 15+ year Atlanta resident and longtime journalist and content creator, she covers Travel News, Events, Business, Hair Care, and Money with a practical, Atlanta-first lens. Before launching the site, Johnson worked as a substitute teacher in Atlanta Public Schools and later in corporate roles at Home Depot’s Vinings offices. A marketer by training with a degree in business management, she grew frustrated with the fragmented, hard-to-find information about what was actually happening in the city. That gap led her to create AtlantaFi as a curated, one-stop resource for the pulse of Atlanta—#ATLHAPS—without the national noise. Editorial decisions remain independent; the publication does not accept products, meals, or services in exchange for coverage. As Editor-in-Chief, she oversees original local reporting and curated practical guides that help residents, visitors, and businesses discover and engage with the city. Readers turn to her work for timely event roundups, dining and neighborhood insights, business and travel updates, and straightforward money and lifestyle coverage grounded in firsthand observation of Atlanta. A devoted lover of all things Atlanta, Tee enjoys pickleball, a good margarita or bourbon, and walking the Atlanta Beltline. She can be reached for editorial inquiries at tjohnson@atlantafi.com (serious inquiries only).
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