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The Atlanta Beer Festival is happening this weekend. The event kicks off Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Historic Fourth Ward Park. This is one of Atlanta’s best festivals.
The festival will feature more than 200 beers, many from local Atlanta breweries, as well as wine varieties.
Atlanta Summer Beer Festival: What You Need To Know
There will be plenty of fun attractions and activities to enjoy this year, including live music on the main stage.
Tickets are $40 advance, $45 after June 8, and $55 day of event. Tickets are now on sale.
Your ticket price includes a souvenir cup, entertainment, and all of your beer, wine and cider samples.Where Will The Atlanta Summer Beer Festival Be Located?
The festival will be held at Historic Fourth Ward Park, 680 Dallas St NE, Atlanta, GA.
Here’s a map to help you find it.This festival is one of the premiere outdoor events in Atlanta this year. Held in Atlanta’s prime venues, festival season spotlights the best of the city.Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.As the weather warms, you can expect Atlanta festivals, many who probably have never heard of, to hit every weekend.Don’t worry, AtlantaFi.com has got you covered.Whether you enjoy food-focused festivals, or some downhome blues under the sunset. We’re going to cover them all.This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. See all the Atlanta festivals this year.Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com:
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When it comes to job seekers looking to work in the entertainment, one brand that should stand out is Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. The good news is that record-breaking movie and TV production studio is hiring.
In this article, we’re going to show you how to get hired at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta.
The latest jobs posting from Tyler Perry Studios is looking for several positions. Here’s what it says:
ISO of Atlanta Based Production Coordinators, Secretaries and Office PAs – Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in Scripted TV. Not looking for any reality crew at this time. Please email resume to: TPSCrewJobs@gmail.com. Do not send duplicate emails or messages via LinkedIn. Please put “POC”, “Secretary” or “Office PA” in the subject line. Again, must have at least one year experience in SCRIPTED TV.
Perry, a movie mogul with more than 20 plays and 20 movies under his belt, films out of Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta.
In addition to full-time movie roles, Tyler Perry Studios is also hiring interns. But let’s talk about how to get hired for a movie project at Tyler Perry Studios.
Tyler Perry Studios Is Hiring Right Now: Here’s What You Need To Know
Perry has long made hiring for diversity and inclusion a priority. Since his studio reopened, Perry is in need of movie industry professionals. He’s also hiring professionals to maintain the facilities.
But let’s be honest: You want to be work in the movie business. Here’s how to get Tyler Perry Studios jobs:
Tyler Perry Jobs: Follow These 3 Steps To Find Career Opportunities
- Go to the Tyler Perry Studios website. That’s where you can apply by clicking on either “Production Resumes” or “Operations/Facilities Resume.”
2. For movie production jobs, send your resume to this email address: production_resumes@tylerperrystudios.com
3. For operations jobs, send your resume to this email address: careers@tylerperrystudios.com
Of course, Tyler Perry Studios jobs won’t just come from filling out an application.
Here’s what Essence Wallace, who worked at Tyler Perry Studios, says about getting a job with the movie mogul.
As far as the process for being hired at TPS — or any job in film and television production for that matter — it’s all about WHO you know. Networking isn’t my strength, per se — BUT I learned to master the art of building relationships. One great relationship will KEEP you working in this industry. It starts by getting out and surrounding yourself with people that are working — like being willing to work for free on independent projects and going to workshops or seminars to develop your craft.As far as Perry is concerned, he puts a lot of importance on make hiring decisions that reflect the community, especially given the lack of representation in the movie business.
This is what he told CBS News:
“I know for a fact that when I drive in through these gates, onto this 330 acres and see these 12 sound stages, and see the highway sign that says ‘Tyler Perry Studios’ as you’re making to the exit in here, as I come in here and I see these hundreds of people working, these black and brown – I’ve been on sets where I’ve been the only black face on, only black face, as recently as 2019 going, ‘Where are the black people in this movie?’ Back behind the camera? So, when I come to work here and every black person that comes to work here they go, ‘Oh my God, it’s heaven. Here we are. We’re represented.’ Where everybody’s represented. LGBTQ’s represented. Black, white, gay, straight, whatever. We’re all represented, working hand-in-hand, arm-in-arm.
Tyler Perry also gives job opportunities to students. Here’s how to get an internship with Tyler Perry Studios.
Wallace, who is now with The Chosen Productions, says the key to getting hired to work on a Tyler Perry Studios production is to immerse yourself in the Atlanta film community, particularly the Tyler Perry Studios environment.
“I’ve rarely seen anyone get hired from submitting a resume online and having a formal interview – not that it doesn’t ever happen. It’s just simply not the norm for someone pursuing a career in film and TV,” she says.
“You have to set your goals, decide the types of projects you want to work on, and then find opportunities to engage with other like minded individuals,” she tells AtlantaFi.com. “I know this is not the answer most people are looking for, but I’ve helped more people get jobs just by helping them connect with the right person vs. focusing on their education and background.”
By the way, Wallace says The Chosen Productions is also accepting resumes for all positions at thechosenproductions2014@
gmail.com for upcoming television shows, films, and documentaries.With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.
There is another way to get hired by Tyler Perry in Atlanta and that entails auditioning for him at one of his casting calls.Is Tyler Perry Holding Auditions?
Tyler Perry has resumed hiring after a few months of idleness due to COVID-19. Since then, he has filmed Sistas, The Oval Office, Ruthless and more for BET.If you want to audition for a Tyler Perry project, here’s what you need to know.
and if you’re in the job market…
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Vice President Kamala Harris is making another visit to Atlanta. She is partnering with rapper Quavo on an Atlanta gun violence summit. During the summit, Quavo and Harris will talk through solutions to decrease gun violence in America.
The summit takes place Tuesday, June 18, the anniversary of Takeoff, Quavo’s nephew and fellow Migos group member.
Just last week, Harris was in town addressing the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. This pivotal stop was to discuss economic empowerment with the audience, underlining the importance of the event.
The discussion, moderated by comedian Steve Harvey, focused on economic opportunity. It was not an endorsement from the 100 Black Men of America, Inc.
“It’s about giving people the opportunity to compete, to allow hardworking individuals to not just get by, but to get ahead,” said Harris.
The stop was part of Harris’ Economic Opportunity Tour, which has included influencers, business leaders, and government experts who share information including specifics on capital available now for entrepreneurs.
“While in Atlanta, I kicked off a nationwide tour to meet with entrepreneurs and let folks know how we are advancing economic opportunity by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, and investing in the aspirations of all Americans,” Harris posted on social media.
“President Biden and I are focused on removing obstacles to economic opportunity as we build a nation where every person can thrive. It was an honor to discuss our Administration’s progress with Steve Harvey and the leaders at the 100 Black Men Conference.”
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Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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The third weekend in June has a bunch of events happening in Atlanta, Georgia and you don’t want to miss it. Are you ready to check them out?
AtlantaFi.com has curated a special events list just for you. Here are some great happenings you don’t want to miss in Atlanta this weekend.
Atlanta Weekend Events
Juneteenth Weekend
It’s a commemoration and a celebration. See metro Atlanta’s Juneteenth events.
Atlanta Ultimate Women’s Expo
The Ultimate Women’s Expo is happening at the Gas South Convention Center, with Tami Roman, Drew Sidora, Nancy Grace, Judge Glenda Hatchett, Lelee Lyons, Cynthia Bailey, and more plus 35 Craft Pavilions, Amazing Shopping, Tastings, Seminars, and a lot more. Get tickets.
Atlanta Weekend Events: Friday, June 21, 2024
- VRSTY and Wind Walkers at Masquerade
- Sheng Wang at The Tabernacle
- Maggie Rose at King Plow Center
- Atlanta Braves vs. New York Yankees
- Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever
- Goose at Fox Theatre
- Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: Ben Rector & Cody Fry
- Fame Friday
- Spanish Date Night: Paella and Catalan Soup
- Black Friday R&B Social
- Flirt Fridays at Blue Martini
Atlanta Vegan Festival
The Atlanta Vegan Festival is a two-day event happening on June 22, 11am – June 23 · 5pm EDT.
2903 RN Martin St2903 RN Martin Street East Point, GA 30344
Atlanta Summer Beer Fest
Photo credit: Kampus Production / Pexels The Atlanta Summer Beer Fest is happening on June 22, and will feature more than 200 beers, many from local Atlanta breweries, as well as wine varieties. Read about the Atlanta Summer Beer Fest.
Savanna Nights: Pride Night at Zoo Atlanta
Come to Zoo Atlanta on June 21 for a night of cocktails, mocktails, and incredible views of African elephants, zebras, flamingos, and more at Zoo Atlanta’s Savanna Nights.
Where To Watch Sports This Weekend in Atlanta
- Atlanta Braves vs. New York Yankees at Truist Park
- Atlanta Dream vs. New York Liberty at Gateway
- St. Louis FC vs. Atlanta United FC at Mercedes Benz Stadium
Catch a Braves Game
The Atlanta Braves have a homestand this weekend. Check out the best team in baseball:
- New York Yankees vs. Braves — Friday
- Atlanta Braves vs. New York Yankees — Saturday
- New York Yankees vs. Braves — Sunday
Sloomoo Institute
Sloomoo Institute – Atlanta offers a transformative world of touch, sound, scent, and sight that awakens your spirit with creative fun. Get tickets.
Beyonce by Candlelight
This weekend, check out a Candlelight Concert in Atlanta featuring Beyonce’s top hits. Get tickets.
Atlanta Weekend Events: Saturday, June 22, 2024
- Alesana at Masquerade
- Quasi at The Earle
- Eptic at Believe Music Hall
- Impractical Jokes Live at Atlanta Symphony Hall
- Elliott Fullam at Masquerade
- Atlanta Braves vs. New York Yankees
- St. Louis FC vs. Atlanta United FC
- HOT 107.5 Birthday Bash: Latto, Boosie and More
- ATL Collective Relives Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
- Menu at Vinyl
- All You Can Drink Privacy at Embrs
- Saturday Vibes at Jamrock
- Afro Caribbean Saturday Brunch
- Saturdays at CRU
- Suite Lounge Rooftop Party
Birthday Bash
Hot 107.5 is throwing its annual Birthday Bash on Saturday. Party with Latto, Boosie and more in the city. Get tickets.
$5 Matinee Movies
Love cheap movies? Regal moviegoers can catch Early Bird ticket pricing for movies before 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer. Check it out.
Pass: Do Atlanta Right
Get a City Pass to all the fun events being held over the weekend in Atlanta.
Candlelight Concert: A Neo-Soul Evening of Prince and Childish Gambino Tributes
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience that will please your ears like no other. Get tickets.
Van Gogh
If you’re the artsy type, you’ll love this immersive Van Gogh experience being offered in Atlanta. Get tickets.
Atlanta Weekend Events: Sunday, June 23, 2024
- Atlanta Dream vs. New York Liberty
- The Dangerous Summer at Aisle 5
- Lori Williams at City Winery
- Yellow Days at Terminal West
- Inayah Lamis at The Loft
- Destroy Rebuild Until God Comes
- Sunday Day Party at Vision
- Candlelight Gift Card Atlanta
- Sunday Brunch at Blue Martini
- Allure Sundays at Boogalou
Escape Room Adventure In Atlanta
The Escape Game Atlanta features an epic 60-minute private adventure that allows you to choose several situations from which to use your wits against. Book now.
Where To Eat In Atlanta This Weekend
Kids Eat Free at NaanStop
In June and July, stop by NaanStop in Atlanta so that your child can get a free kids meal. Check out these Kids Eat Free restaurants in Atlanta.
Where To Party In Atlanta This Weekend
- Mimosa Fest Rooftop Party
- Music Midtown After Party
- Trap BBQ at Eleven
- Afrobeats Brunch ATL
- Rooftop Party at Suite Food Lounge
- Brunch Sundays
- I Love Raggae Fridays
Check out the best clubs in Atlanta.
SEE MORE THINGS TO DO ON A SUNDAY IN ATLANTA
Immerse Yourself In Your Atlanta
Atlanta is for tourists, but it’s also for locals. If you want to explore Georgia’s largest city, do it on your terms and check out the fun, cool and new things happening in Atlanta this weekend and even on the weekday. You can start downtown, and get it crackin’ in Buckhead. Check out the newest Atlanta restaurants, beautiful parks and unexplored spots you’ve only heard about. AtlantaFi your experience!
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A new mixed-use development, Lulah Hills, is set to rise in some of the most prime real estate in DeKalb County. To make way for the project, North DeKalb Mall, is set to be demolished on June 26, 2024.
Real estate developer Edens, along with Decide DeKalb and elected DeKalb County officials, have scheduled a press conference on June 26 to kick off the demolition of North DeKalb Mall.
What Is Lulah Hills?
Lulah Hills is a 73-acre mixed-use destination that will feature 320,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, 1,700 multi-family units, 100 townhomes, a 150-room hotel, and a trail connecting to Emory University. This project is being spearheaded by Edens, in collaboration with Decide DeKalb and DeKalb County officials.
The Demise of North DeKalb Mall
North DeKalb Mall, a major shopping destination for two decades after its opening in 1965, is now largely vacant, with only a Marshalls clothing retailer and an AMC movie theater remaining. Located about three miles northeast of downtown Decatur, the mall has been the subject of redevelopment talks for years as its retail spaces have emptied and its corridors have grown darker.
The Future of the Site
Edens plans to transform the North DeKalb Mall property into a diversified town center called Lulah Hills. Preliminary renderings suggest that this mixed-use lifestyle complex could resemble Halcyon or Avalon in Atlanta’s northern suburbs.
Completion Timeline
The first phases of Lulah Hills are expected to be completed by 2025.
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Atlanta has one of the best real estate markets in the country, with affordable housing in every quadrant of the city. Large backyards, manicured parcels and strong neighborhoods with ample dining amenities make it one of the top places for transplants.
Not to mention that the city’s dining scene is the best in the Southeast. Looking for a home? Check out our Real Estate Resource Page.
Keep up with what’s going on in Atlanta’s real estate scene here with our Apartment Guide.
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There’s nothing better than a cheap apartment in Atlanta, except a cheap apartment in Atlanta with a pool.
This article will show you some of the best Atlanta apartments with pools where you can relax after a long day’s work or have some weekend fun.
Cortland at The Battery Apartments
900 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339 | 877-390-2984
Not only does Cortland at The Battery have an awesome pool, but the complex is near SunTrust Park. That means all the sports, shops, restaurants and live music, and entertainment you could ever want is at your doorstep.Vireo at Piedmont Park
The Vireo at Piedmont Park is a a 21-story apartment complex in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. In addition to the stellar pool, The Vireo has
- Modern fitness center with outdoor terrace
- Rooftop grilling station & covered lounge area
- Outdoor fireplace & 2 fire pits
- Rooftop park lounge with games
- Beautifully landscaped courtyard and more
Allure Apartments at Brookwood
40 Peachtree Valley Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
The Allure Apartments offer one, two, and three-bedroom spaces for rent in one of the most thriving areas of Atlanta. The apartments have feature different types of floorplans, gourmet kitchens, custom cabinetry, private balconies/patios, and an awesome pool.
Post Peachtree Hills Apartments
350 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30305
Post Peachtree Hills is located in a quickly-changing area of Buckhead with new townhomes being built a quarter of a mile away. But you can get away from the bustling sound of progress by relaxing in the Post Peachtree Hills pool.
Post Midtown Atlanta Apartments
33 11th St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309
Post Midtown Atlanta Apartments also has a really great pool that can take your mind off the worries of the day. Located in the center of Midtown, this Post property is above par for the area.
Skyhouse Midtown Apartments
1080 W Peachtree St, Atlanta, GA 30309
Skyhouse Midtown gives you amenities in the sky, including a rooftop Resort-Inspired Poolside Lounge, sky gym, skycafe and other nice touches to enjoy the downtown Atlanta skyline.
Nine15 Midtown Apartments
915 West Peachtree St. NW / Atlanta, GA 30309
NIne15 Midtown Apartments have some of the best amenities in Atlanta. In addition to being on its way to getting LEED certified, the apartments feature a plush pool, Quartz countertops in the kitchen, beautiful wood-style flooring and tailored carpet in the bedrooms.
W Hotel Midtown
188 14th Street NE Atlanta, GA 30361
One of the best rooftop pools in the city can be found at the W Hotel Midtown. The outdoor bar and scenery make this a must-visit destination for pool lovers.
Icon Apartments Midtown
22 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
Icon has an 11th floor pool terrace with clear edge spa, barbecue grills, games area, Al fresco dining space, poolside cabanas, and more right there in MIdtown near 14th Street.
Mezzo Apartments
2171 Peachtreet St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
Mezzo Apartments is situated amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown Atlanta and offers a relaxing respite from the busy city center. The pool at Mezzo is a needed creature comfort.
Last Words
Georgia’s largest city has plenty of nice apartments to choose from. But you don’t want to just settle for anything. Take your time and research each property you have your eye on.
For more buying tips, Read Our Apartment Guide.
Up next: How to rent an apartment in Atlanta
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It’s Juneteenth weekend in Atlanta, and that means it’s time to commemorate one of the most important events in American history.
There are tons of Juneteenth events happening in metro Atlanta this weekend. Scroll to the bottom to the see the full list.
What Is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated on June 19 marking the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. On that date in 1865, slaves were declared free under the terms of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation.
While most of the country is just catching up to the significance of Juneteenth, communities in Texas have long celebrated it.
Here’s a rundown of some top Juneteenth events around Atlanta this weekend:
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival
Juneteenth Atlanta presents a colorful celebration where incense, international cuisine, and pleasing aromas fill the air while attendees enjoy three days of festivities. Festivities include two stages, a healers circle, a cultural vendor’s market, an artist’s market, furnished V.I.P areas, a Cultural Arts Village Amphitheater, a financial literacy resources center, historical reenactments, father’s day celebrations, historic educational presentations, Family Reunion sections, S.T.E.M for youth, a children’s activity village, international food cuisines, food trucks, fitness activities, martial arts, drum & dance, board games, frisbees, knocker ball, a chess section, and fireworks.
Learn more: Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival
Date and Time
- Friday June 19, 2024 12 Noon-10 pm
- Saturday June 20, 2024 10 am – 10 pm
- Sunday June 21, 2024 9 am – 8 pm
The Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival will take place in Piedmont Park Park at 1322 Monroe Drive Atlanta GA 30306. Here is a map to help you find it.
Juneteenth: A Celebration Tour At Oakland Cemetery
To celebrate Juneteenth 2024, Historic Oakland Foundation is proud to debut a new tour focused on the lives of African Americans after gaining freedom and as they worked toward economic development. This Reconstruction Era tour of the African American Grounds includes the stories of African Americans who reconstructed their lives after emancipation and went on to shape Atlanta’s rich legacy of African American history, culture, and achievement. You’ll hear from actors portraying several residents as tell their stories and share how they navigated new times.
This tour takes place during Historic Oakland Foundation’s Juneteenth Family Festival – June 15, 2024, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Be sure to come before your tour or stick around after to enjoy the fun!
Location and Parking
- This walking tour begins in the African American Burial Grounds located inside Oakland Cemetery. Be sure to give yourself time to walk (10-minute walk) or catch a golf cart shuttle to the grounds. Signage will direct you to the location.
- Paid parking is available in the lot at 342 MLK Dr. Free street parking may be available nearby. MARTA’s King Memorial station is a five minute walk to the main gate. Parking inside the cemetery around the event is unavailable.
Time & Date
Saturday, June 15, 2024 9 AM-1 PM EDT
Location
Oakland Cemetery 248 Oakland Avenue Southeast Atlanta, GA 30312
The Juneteenth Jumpoff
The Jumpoff is an event series that is focused on bringing the dance culture back to the world! In a city where sections and lounges reign supreme, The Jumpoff brings together people to create a fun, high energy, and carefree environment for all guests to experience music, art, food, and culture!
Time & Date:
Saturday, June 15, 2024 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
Location:
Cafe Circa Restaurant & Lounge
464 Edgewood Avenue Southeast Atlanta, GA 30312
A Free Juneteenth Experience
Come on out to Grant Park for a Juneteenth experience featuring food, music and more.
Date & Time:
Wednesday, June 19 · 7:30 – 11pm EDT
Location:
Buteco EAV – 1245 Glenwood Avenue Southeast #Suite 5 Atlanta, GA 30316
More Metro-Area Juneteenth Celebrations
Here are some more Juneteenth events you may want to check out:
- City Of South Fulton Juneteenth Celebration
- Juneteenth Fest (Roswell, Ga.)
- Tialauna & The Royal Souls Band LIVE @ Juneteenth Festival Atlanta
- Juneteenth Celebration (Forest Park, Ga.)
- Juneteenth Celebration (Lithonia, Ga.)
- 4th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival (Jonesboro, Ga.)
- Juneteenth Celebration (Austell, Ga.)
- Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom (Stonecrest, Ga.)
- Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival
- Atlanta History Center’s Events Schedule
- Acworth’s Concert on the Green: A Juneteenth Celebration
Final Word
Aside from cultural events, 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. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
While it’s warm, take advantage of the outdoors. Don’t miss these awesome festivals.
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Yes, housing and food are expensive in the big city, but you can still find many cool things to do in Atlanta that are relatively affordable. Don’t believe us? Keep reading.
In this guide, we’ll show you the cheap things to do in Atlanta, Georgia.
There are also many monuments, walking tours and bike tours that you can visit that don’t cost a thing.
Cheap Things To Do In Atlanta
Let’s take a walk: Here are the cheap things to do in Atlanta:
Go to the Waffle House Museum
The Waffle House Museum is a must-visit if you love the old fashioned restaurant. It is only open on Wednesdays, so check the schedule before you go. The Waffle House Museum is located in Avondale Estates near Decatur.
What’s interesting is that this is the site of the very first Waffle House restaurant. It opened back in 1955.
Candlelight Concert: A Neo-Soul Evening of Prince and Childish Gambino Tributes
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience that will please your ears like no other. Get tickets.
Van Gogh
If you’re the artsy type, you’ll love this immersive Van Gogh experience being offered in Atlanta. Get tickets.
Visit Krog Street Market
Photo credit: Youtube.com Conveniently situated just feet from the Beltline in Inman Park, Krog Street Market is the city’s second-most successful project. The market sits on nine acres and feagures 12,000 square feet of anchor restaurants like Superica, a renown beer and wine store and all kinds of cool restaurants and pop-up shops.Cost: Free to enter; restaurant prices varyTry a sweet corn dog at Myungrang Hot Dog-Doraville
Myungrang at Peachtree Pavilion Shopping Center is known for its sweet corn dogs unlike any you’ve ever had. These corn dogs attract people from all over metro Atlanta. The corn dogs come battered and fried on a stick.What makes them so good is that Myungrang’s batter is crunchy and crispier than others.Cost: Around $5Walk through Atlantic Station
Photo credit: youtube.com The most high-profile mixed-use development project in Midtown is Atlantic Station. Comprised of a retail district, office space, condominiums, townhomes and apartment buildings, Atlantic Station is credited with heralding the post-mall era for metro Atlanta as well as helping city leaders envision transit without vehicles. The park-like setting features a movie theater, greenspace, yoga in the park, restaurants and candy shops and a more. Even if you want to just walk around, it’s a cool place to be.Cost: Free to enter; restaurant prices varyWalk the Atlanta Beltline
Running and walking the Beltline has become one of the city’s most fun activities. If you can wake up early, you can come join an REI Outdoor School Instructor and other like-minded adventurers on a morning hike watching the sun rise over the city of Atlanta. You will see Atlanta from a different perspective while learning a few tips to make hiking more comfortable. You’ll have so much fun making new friends and soaking in the views that you won’t even notice you are getting some great exercise too! This is an invigorating way to start your day. Hiking in the morning will boost your energy level and increase your ability to focus throughout the day.
Cost: Free
Climb Stone Mountain
Stone Mountain is the largest landmark in Georgia. Located in DeKalb County, the mountain provides some of the best views in the metro Atlanta area. You can easily climb it in about an hour at an even pace. According to Atlanta Magazine, climbing at sundown is pretty awesome. “The granite is surprisingly bright in the dark, and reasonably fit adults should be able to finish the trek in about half an hour,” the writer says.
Cost: $15 per vehicle per day. Annual parking pass for one vehicle for $40.
Self-Guided Tour Of Oakland Cemetery
The historic cemetery just east of Atlanta’s center has a literal who’s who of Atlanta and Georgia nobility, and it’s all there to see. If you’ve got a pair of walking shoes and want to see the names behind Atlanta history, you don’t need a tour guide (Although their audio tours are great). The cemetery is located at 248 Oakland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the week.
Cost: Free
Enjoy the Chattahoochee River
If you love the outdoors, don’t hesitate to visit the Chattahoochee River. There you can fish, kayak and even do some river rafting at various points.
Cost: Free
Visit a Georgia state park
Cost: Various prices
Visit Zoo Atlanta
Photo credit: Caleb U / Zoo Atlanta / Twitter Zoo Atlanta is a really fun outing for families and even date night (see more date night ideas in Atlanta here). The zoo has gorillas, pandas, giraffes and more large mammals to gaze at and post on the ‘Gram. Get tickets.
How much does Zoo Atlanta cost?
Ages Price Of Entry Adults (Ages 12+) $25.95-$31.70 Child (Ages 3-11) $20.70-$25.20 Senior (65+) $24.20-$29.45 College Student (Student ID Required) $24.20-$29.45 Walk Around Centennial Olympic Park
Centennial Park located in the center of downtown Atlanta rose at the height of the city’s resurgence on the national scene. Gifted with the 1996 Summer Games, Atlanta build up and build out and never looked back. Today, the most visible vestige of that momentous time is Centennial Olympic Park.
Cost: Free
Here are other cheap or free things to do in Atlanta
Facility / Venue Cost Schedule a walking tour Free Visit the Apex Museum From $7 Tour the Governor’s Mansion Free Visit Fernbank Science Center $20 general admission Visit the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library $12 for adults, free for 16 and under Visit the Wren’s Nest Museum $10 for adults / $8 for children & seniors Visit the College Football Hall of Fame from $17.99–21.99 Visit the Delta Flight Museum From $10 to $15 Visit the MLK Center Free Explore all the things to do in Atlanta
- First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week. Subscribe to the #ATLHaps newsletter.
- Take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are.
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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The Honey Pot, a plant-derived period and personal care brand, has struck a first-of-its-kind partnership with the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream as its ‘Exclusive Body Care Partner.”
The deal will serve as a vehicle for The Honey Pot and the Atlanta Dream to educate the Atlanta community about holistic well-being.
The Honey Pot Strikes ‘Dream’ Deal With WNBA Team
The Honey Pot will provide Atlanta Dream athletes with its safe, efficacious, and plant-derived body care products throughout the season in the team locker room, giving the team access to the brand’s latest and greatest products. Samples of The Honey Pot’s products will be available to Dream fans on a complimentary basis at select home games.
“We are incredibly excited to be working with the Atlanta Dream as our first-ever athletic partner,” says Bea Dixon, CEO and Co-Founder of The Honey Pot. “As an Atlanta-based brand, we care deeply about the community that has shown us so much support since the brand’s launch over 10 years ago. Our products are designed to support the health and well-being of all our consumers — and this partnership allows us to provide that support to some of the most inspiring athletes in the world.”
Inspired by The Honey Pot’s deep roots in Atlanta, the partnership will also engage with the local community through impactful initiatives — including the annual Atlanta Dream Backpack Drive to provide essential supplies to students and a community clinic for young athletes — all in an effort to spotlight their joint commitment to support holistic well-being beyond the basketball court.
“We are thrilled to partner with The Honey Pot and highlight this incredible brand,” said Atlanta Dream Senior Vice President, Strategic Partnerships and Community Impact Laila Brock. “As an Atlanta-based company founded on principles that align so closely with the Dream’s, we are proud to partner with The Honey Pot to serve the Atlanta community. We look forward to working with them to celebrate and empower women beyond the game of basketball.”
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History, culture and fun clash again this weekend in Atlanta as the Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Festival takes place in Georgia’s largest city.
Like last year, the historic event will take place in the third week of June and feature live music, parades and historical tributes to African-American history. See metro Atlanta Juneteenth events.
Juneteenth Atlanta Music Festival: Everything You Need To Know
The Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival is set to begin on June 19 and end on June 21, 2024 in downtown Atlanta. Attendees can expect to see vibrant and colorful floats, fly-over jets, gleeful dance troops, community youth organizations, mesmerizing marching bands, and esteemed local and national dignitaries from every city in the state of Georgia.
Join the historic event as Atlanta commemorates the historic weekend of Juneteenth, marking the emancipation of enslaved Aboriginals in America. Everyone is welcome to be a part of this monumental event where community, equality, human rights, and justice for all merge together to create a better world ?for future generations.
Where Is The Juneteenth Atlanta Music Festival Being Held?
The Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival will take place in Piedmont Park Park at 1322 Monroe Drive Atlanta GA 30306. Here is a map to help you find it.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their chairs, blankets, pillows and other light equipment. They will have everything else set up and waiting for your arrival.
Here is the event schedule for the festival:
Event Dates:
June 21-23, 2024Juneteenth Black History Parade
Parade Date:
June 22, 2024
Parade Themes:
Reparations Over Everything
True Identity=True FreedomAlthough this is a free event, you should know that food, beverages and coolers are prohibited at the festival.
What Is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is an American holiday designed to commemorate and celebrate the emancipation of the slaves.
The holiday was first celebrated in Galveston, Texas, where on June 19, 1865, enslaved blacks were informed of their freedom in the wake of the American Civil War.
On that date, the slaves were joyously declared free under the terms of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation.
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