Category: Atlanta

Snowfall made its triumphant return to parts of Atlanta midday Tuesday as a polar chill churned through the Southeast. Much of Atlanta, including Fulton, DeKalb got more snow just under two weeks after the initial snow that the area experienced.

South of Interstate 20, you can expect 2-4 inches, while northern suburbs above Alpharetta can expect just a dusting.

Atlanta Metro Area: Where It’s Not Snowing

Snow is accumulating in the city proper, Decatur to the east and the southern suburbs, including College Park, East Point and Fairburn.

Atlanta Metro Area: Where It’s Not Snowing

Just into Cobb County and the northern suburbs of Fulton, there is no snow.

Atlanta’s weather can be a chameleon with different shades and moods depending on the day, time and season. To get an accurate forecast, we’ve compiled weather data to show you what’s the weather like in Atlanta right now.

Atlanta’s Weather Right Now

Currently, Atlanta is experiencing frigid conditions as temperatures hover around 24 degrees. warm and humid conditions.

For the next few days, expect similar cold winter weather patterns with highs only in the 30s with frequent cloud cover, but no more precipitation expected.

Snow this evening will give way to partly cloudy conditions late. Very cold. Low 13F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 100%. 1 to 3 inches of snow expected.

The National Weather Service says roads, especially bridges and overpasses, are slick and hazardous. Travel is not advised. The hazardous conditions will continue to impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.

Atlanta meteorologists say snowfall will accumulate quickly, but will stop before 8 p.m. Then that’s when ice becomes a problem.

Winter Weather Closings in Atlanta

for Fulton County Schools, Wed., Jan. 22 is a remote learning/workday for students & staff. Teachers will provide instructions. All extracurriculars, after-school care, & meetings are canceled. Board Members Gillespie (D1), Gregory (D3), & McCabe (D5) will hold remote community meetings.

Atlanta Public Schools: Out of an abundance of caution due to inclement weather, schools and district offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. – All school, extracurricular, and athletic activities are canceled. – Schools will communicate continued learning plans. – Annual Duty employees are to work remotely.

Looking for something to do in inclement weather? Check out our Atlanta Rainy Weather Guide.

The College Football Playoff for the National Championship has come down to this: the Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. the Ohio State Buckeyes.

If you’re like the rest of us, we can’t come to Atlanta to go to the game, but we can watch it and stream it online.

How To Watch the 2025 College Football Playoff

• Teams: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish
• Kickoff Time: 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025
• Location: Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Ga.
• TV channel: ESPN

A History: Ohio State vs. Notre Dame

The football history between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish is rich and marked by some memorable matchups. While not as frequent as some other rivalries, their meetings have been important and often captivating, as both programs are among the most storied in college football.

Here’s a summary of the key moments and the history between the two teams:

Early Encounters

The first meeting between Ohio State and Notre Dame occurred on November 25, 1921, at the Columbus, Ohio, where Notre Dame won 21–13. This marked the beginning of a rare but significant series of games between the two prestigious programs.

20th Century Matchups

Throughout the 20th century, the two teams faced each other on a limited basis, as both programs primarily built their schedules around other regional and national powers. However, the games they did play were often competitive and saw both teams making their marks as elite football programs.

• 1935 Sugar Bowl: Ohio State and Notre Dame met in the Sugar Bowl (January 1, 1935), a major postseason game. The Buckeyes came out victorious 21–13, giving them an early sense of national prominence. This was one of the first major postseason encounters between the two schools.
• 1950s–1970s: There were occasional meetings, but both teams often had different conference alignments and varied levels of prominence in terms of national rankings. Notre Dame was an independent team, and Ohio State was part of the Big Ten Conference. However, even in this era, they occasionally met in bowl games or high-profile regular-season contests.

21st Century and the Resurgence of the Series

The rivalry between Ohio State and Notre Dame became more pronounced in the 21st century, as both teams’ programs returned to national prominence in the college football landscape.

• 2006 Fiesta Bowl: One of the most famous recent matchups occurred in the 2006 Fiesta Bowl, which was the BCS National Championship Game. The Buckeyes, led by head coach Jim Tressel and star quarterback Troy Smith, entered the game undefeated and as the #1 team in the country. However, Notre Dame was no slouch and was led by coach Charlie Weis and quarterback Brady Quinn. The game was highly anticipated, but Ohio State triumphed 34–20, securing their national championship appearance.
• 2023 Matchup: One of the most recent matchups between the two teams occurred in the 2023 season in a highly anticipated regular season game. This game was a primetime showdown and ended with a tight finish, in which Ohio State came out victorious, 17–14, in a thriller. The game saw intense defensive play and some spectacular individual performances.

Key Themes in Their Rivalry:

1. Coaching Legacies: Both teams have long-standing coaching legacies. Ohio State’s Woody Hayes, Earle Bruce, and Jim Tressel and Notre Dame’s Knute Rockne, Lou Holtz, and Brian Kelly have each shaped college football history.
2. National Title Implications: Some of the games have carried serious national title implications, especially in the BCS era, and both programs have national title aspirations, which raises the stakes when they meet.
3. Notre Dame’s Independence vs. Ohio State’s Big Ten Membership: The two teams don’t play each other regularly because of Notre Dame’s status as an independent, while Ohio State is in the Big Ten. This makes any matchups between the two highly anticipated, as they only meet on occasion in bowl games or scheduled non-conference games.
4. Prolific Players: Both schools have produced some of the most talented players in college football history. Ohio State has had players like Eddie George, Chris Spielman, and Chase Young, while Notre Dame has boasted players like Joe Montana, Tim Brown, and Rudy Ruettiger.

Statistical Overview:

• Series Record: As of the latest games, Ohio State leads the all-time series against Notre Dame in terms of wins, but the series is closely contested.
• Key Bowl Games: Several high-profile bowl matchups have been crucial moments, such as the 2006 Fiesta Bowl and other bowl games.

Future of the Rivalry

The rivalry is expected to continue in the coming years, with the teams scheduled for future non-conference games. The occasional crossover of schedules and the constant shift in college football’s playoff structure means that Ohio State and Notre Dame will likely meet again under high stakes.

In short, while the Ohio State–Notre Dame rivalry may not have the same regularity as some other college football rivalries, it has produced many memorable games and remains an important intersection of two of college football’s most prestigious programs.

Oysterfest is once again happening in Midtown Atlanta for 2025. There will be an abundance of deliciously raw, grilled and fried oysters, along with live music and plenty of drinks.

This event is one of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend, so you won’t want to miss it.

Oysterfest In Atlanta: Everything You Need To Know

Atlanta’s only official Oysterfest is where you can get steamed, fried, and raw oysters. Not an oyster fan? You’ll also enjoy the mimosas, brunch punch, seltzer and other fine beverages.

Date & Time:

Sun, Feb 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Location:

500 10th St NE, Atlanta, Ga. 30309,  Corner of 10th and Monroe

Here’s a map to help you find it.

Oysterfest will feature delicious shellfish, a full bar and live music. There will be an abundance of deliciously raw, grilled, and fried oysters and shucking will begin at 1 p.m.

Get Tickets Here

Tickets are now available for advance purchase and this event will sell out so get them now!!

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

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The Spring Wine Festival is returning to the city once again at historic Fourth Ward Park with wine, beer, music and more.

The event is one of Atlanta’s best festivals. this year, so you don’t want to miss it. If you’re planning on going, you’ll no doubt enjoy the selection of 50+ wines, beer and mimosas as well as live music from Davis and the Love, DJ QTip and more.

Atlanta Spring Wine Festival: What To Know

The Atlanta Spring Wine Festival takes place on Saturday, April 12, 2025. There will be two sessions:

• Session 1: from 12 to 4 p.m.
• Session 2: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The Atlanta Spring Wine Festival is a 21 and up event and there will be no kids, no babies, no pets. Chairs, blankets, and small bags are okay. No outside food or beverage. Rain or shine event, no refunds. We will not have Designated Driver Tickets. Free bottled water available.

The Spring Wine Festival won’t have Designated Driver Tickets. Free bottled water available. Beer and Wine will be cut off at 4:45pm. Do Not Drink and Drive.

They reserve the right to cut off anyone who has had enough alcohol.

BUY TICKETS HERE

The address of Old Fourth Ward Park is Historic 4th Ward Park 665 North Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30308.

$45 advance, $50 after April 6, $60 day of event

Final Word

The Atlanta Spring Wine Festival is one of the city’s best free outdoors events, but there are some associated ticketed events

You can expect beautiful weather, great food and live music just like it’s been in years past. The Dogwood Festival will have a VIP Experience includes Food and Beer Tasting, Access to VIP tent, Private Restroom Trailers and Seating.

Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace

There are so many fun 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!

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It all comes down to the Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish for the college football national championship. So how can you support the Dawgs here in Atlanta if you don’t have a ticket? You go to the nearest bar and cheer on the red and black.

We’ve got some suggestions on where the food and drinks will be flowing and the quarterbacks will be throwing (on large-screen TV). Here are some facts about the game:

When Is The College Football Championship Game?

The Championship Game is Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.

The Fighting Irish will play the Buckeyes for the national championship in the inaugural College Football Playoff.

20 Bars: Where To Watch The Big Game In Atlanta

This is a must-watch game, but where? Here are the best Atlanta sports bars to watch the Big Game.

These watering holes as well as bars, taverns and food halls have some of the best food as well, so you can enjoy these bowl match-ups.

Manuel’s Tavern

602 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 3030 | (404) 525-3447

While not a “sports bar,” in the real sense, Manuel’s has a TV so that you can keep up with the game, and more importantly, enjoy the camaraderie of the community like you can’t at other places.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Manuel’s Tavern. “We love Manuel’s Tavern. So iconic and such amazing history. A great watering hole with good food and service. Can’t go wrong here. Ordered the club sandwich. Excellent! The steak fries were a bit cold and seemed quite old, but I’m giving them a pass. They took great care of us today.”

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern

• Atlantic Station: 245 18th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30363
• 1221 Ashford Crossing, Atlanta, GA 30346
• 6690 Town Square, # 420, Alpharetta, GA 30005

HobNob has three locations — Midtown, Dunwoody and Brookhaven — where the  average gridiron fan can enjoy game-day faves such as shots, creative cocktails and cool craft brews. The Brookhaven restaurant has even installed an additional large-screen TV for fans to see the action on the football field in HD.

Marlow’s Tavern

2355 Cumberland Pkwy SE Suite 10, Atlanta, GA 30339

Marlow’s Tavern has multiple locations in the metro area. All of them are excellent game-night food spots. The eatery has several flat screen plasma TVs, booze and classic dishes to keep even the most uninterested fan rooting for more.

Stats Bar: This popular Marietta Boulevard sports bar is taking reservations for the big game. “Don’t get left standing tomorrow,” the eatery says. #STATSBrewpub #ATL #BeDowntown

Atkins Bar

794 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306 | (404) 876-7249

Atkins Park Restaurant & Bar in Virginia-Highland is offering game-time grub, a large beer selection and several big TVs for the ultimate food fan.

Box Car

1000 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310, (470) 788-8171

Box Car is a Hop City concept that sits right off the Beltline in Atlanta’s West End neighborhood. The place can be electric during big game nights, so come early.

Hawkers Asian Street Fare

661 Auburn Ave NE Suite 180, Atlanta, GA 30312 |  (470) 809-1586

Speaking about the Beltine line: Hawkers has become a go-to place for sports events in Midtown. Add to the equation the Asian street food, and you’ve got a winner.

Fado Irish Pub

933 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 260-7910

Fado Irish Pub is place to be to watch the game and down a Guinness pint at the same time. The Midtown location as well as one at The Shops at Buckhead.

Dantanna’s

3400 Around Lenox Rd #304, Atlanta, GA 30326 | (404) 760-8873

Dantanna’s restaurant features an upscale spot to watch the game and enjoy some top-notch food. Located in CNN Center in downtown Atlanta as well as in Buckhead, Dantanna’s has an exetensive menu with spirited drinks and a rowdy atmosphere — perfect for watching the games!

STATS Brewpub

300 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (404) 885-1472

Hooters in downtown Atlanta

209 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, Ga 30303

El Super Pan at The Battery

The U Bar

3515 Camp Creek Pkwy #50-70, East Point, GA 30344, (404) 349-2301

 

The premiere sports bar at Camp Creek, the U Bar features cool music, wings specials in a club environment that is packed on the weekends.

One Google reviewer says: “Pretty lit. Moreso a place to socialize, eat and watch games. Music was good . You can dance but Its not a club. Hoped this helped. Oh and 10 for women 20 for me. I heard they have good wings.”

 

Popular party spot with sports, DJs & dancing, with drink specials & a full menu for dining.

The Tavern

3560 Camp Creek Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30344, (404) 349-9285

The Tavern, known as Camp Creek’s OTHER sports bar, has events almost every weekday night, including karaoke, drink specials and more.

One Google reviewer says: “The lemon pepper and hot mixed wings are AMAZING. I also enjoy their karaoke nights which are live and many patrons participate so it makes me feel okay because I can’t sing to save my life. I’d definitely recommend checking them out on Wednesday night and enjoy the atmosphere.”

Hudson Grille

942 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, (404) 892-0892

Topgolf caters not to the golf fan so much, but the sports fan. With flat-screen TVs at every station, you can swing clubs or sit back and enjoy your game when you want it. Inside at the bar, you can see multiple screens from several vantage points while you eat and drink.

Here’s why one Google reviewer says this is one of the best sports bars in Atlanta:: “This is a really fun place for all age groups. If golf is not your thing, they also offer table tennis or ping pong upstairs and pool tables downstairs. The putting area is spacious. Of course it is outdoors, but they offer large heat lamps directly over the seating area. There are two levels to the seating area. The first is a high bar with chairs. The second is a u-shaped outdoor sofa with a center table. All food and drink orders can be placed from your bay. For each game, each player gets 20 chances to “put the ball in the hole”. You can take all 20 swings in a row or rotate players as you’d like. If you aren’t interested in playing any of the game options, you can also dine in or have a round at the bar. Enjoy!”

Taco Mac

933 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, (678) 904-7211

 

With eight locations in Atlanta, including in Midtown on Peachtree and in Dunwoody, Taco Mac is a sports fan’s favorite place to watch the NBA playoffs or any sports event. Featuring the most expansive beer menu of any Atlanta sports bar, Taco Mac is the perfect place to enjoy a craft beer, malt, ale or IPA with your buffalo wings.

 

One Google reviewer says: “Fast and delicious food. Live music on Friday night. Very personable servers. Really great fajitas. They are very open to accommodating changes to menu. One of my favorite places to eat.”

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

2830 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 | (770) 984-8899

Here’s what one reviewer says about Pappadeaux: “Delicious cuisine and excellent presentation. Drinks were excellent. Great tasting and the right amount of kick for what was ordered. Wait staff attentive professional and courteous. It was pretty busy but we received all of our food and drinks in a good amount of time without excessive wait times.”

6 Feet Under

685 11th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 810-0040

437 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 523-6664

Here’s is what one reviewer says about 6 Feet Under: “The food and drinks were good. I had fried catfish meal; and enjoyed it. The restaurant was full which said something. I will definitely go back next time I’m in town try other dishes.”

Agave

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 588-0006

Here is what one reviewer says about Agave restaurant: “Love this place! Sit at the bar for full view of kitchen magic or have a seat in the dining area. Great drinks, love the skinny margaritas and I love the food here. Had lobster tail and the scallops with spicy grits. Perfect, all of it from service to food and drinks and friends. Thanks for a fun night out.”

Dave & Buster’s

There are four Dave & Buster’s in metro Atlanta:

• 2215 D and B Dr SE. Marietta, GA 30067 |  (770) 951-5554
• 239 Hwy 81 W, McDonough, GA 30253 | (770) 282-3900
• 6500 North Point Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30022 | (678) 256-1100
• 5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy Suite 441, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 | 678) 847-5400

Here’s what one reviewer says about Dave & Buster’s: “I haven’t been here but I’ve been here. If that makes since. I was out shopping and stopped inside since it was inside the mall I was in. We walked around the whole place in awe. I haven’t seen so many games. And I love video games. It definitely looks like a lot of fun and I’m ready to experience some. Everyone from kids to the adults were enjoying themselves. We’re going back to experience it ourselves. But the atmosphere is out of this world. So much to do in this facility.”

 

 

Final Word

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Power outages spread throughout metro Atlanta on Saturday as the area experienced a second day of arctic cold. Temperatures dropped to the low 30s and freezing rain turned to ice on power lines and tree branches.

Day 2 of Winter Storm: Icy Roads, Colder Temps

Despite the snow-filled fun you can have, The City of Atlanta is warning motorists to stay off the road.

“Please continue to avoid driving while our crews work to clear ice and snow from the roads. All City-sponsored events are canceled, and community centers are closed. Normal operations will resume on Monday,” the City said in a statement.

Georgia Power implored metro Atlantans to be patient as work crews have been trying to restore power since the night before.

”We understand how important energy is for you during cold weather,” the company said in a statement. “Please know that, while you may not see our bucket trucks on your street, that doesn’t mean we aren’t working on your outage. We may be working down the line to get to you. Our teams may also be conducting “damage assessment” before working on a certain area – that helps ensure we’re using resources efficiently to restore power to the most customers quickly.”

How To Report a Power Outage in Atlanta

To report a power outage in Atlanta or check the status of an outage 24 hours a day, you can contact Georgia Power at 888-891-0938.

Georgia Power’s Customer Outage and Storm Center is available at GeorgiaPower.com/Storm to receive Outage Alerts, report and check the status of outages, and access useful safety tips and information.

You can also check out their outage map to see the status of Atlanta-area power outages.

For safety reasons, the NBA has postponed Rockets-Hawks in Atlanta due to severe weather and hazardous icy conditions.

At Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, long lines were everywhere as hundreds of flights were canceled.

Rideshares and food apps were spotty on Saturday. While UberEats was reportedly working, other food delivery services were touch and go.

DoorDash activated its “Severe Weather Protocol” Friday night and into Saturday, which temporarily halted operations in metro Atlanta.

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About 200 passengers were evacuated from a Delta Air Lines flight at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport after an aborted takeoff.

The harrowing event happened Friday, Jan. 10 amid a winter snow storm that has pummeled the Southeast.
Videos on social media showed a Delta airplane with people being led out one by one in the snow.

Delta Flight Evacuates on Atlanta Tarmac

Emergency slides were used, and four reported minor injuries, one hospitalized, according to news reports. Flight was headed to Minneapolis.

Yes, the winter storm in Atlanta has led to significant flight delays and cancellations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

As of January 10, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented a ground stop for Delta departures to Atlanta, initially set until 2 p.m. and later updated to a ground delay extending into the evening. Departures to the airport are experiencing average delays of approximately 236 minutes (nearly 4 hours).

FlightAware reports indicate that, as of 2 p.m., there have been 451 flight cancellations and 235 delays for departures from Atlanta, with 455 cancellations and 222 delays for inbound flights.

Additionally, all five runways at Hartsfield-Jackson were temporarily closed to clear snow and ice, further impacting flight schedules. Delta Air Lines proactively canceled approximately 500 flights across its network for January 10, with potential for additional adjustments throughout the weekend.

Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest updates and consider rebooking options. Delta has announced fare waivers for affected passengers.