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This weekend in Atlanta, make time to explore the city by attending some great outdoor and indoor events.
Here at AtlantaFi.com, we’ve curated the best things for you to do in Atlanta this weekend.
Check Out the Best Things To Do in Atlanta This Weekend
Whether you’re into arts, music, comedy, or just exploring the city, here’s our curated list of the top things to do this weekend.
Alice Smith at City Winery
Alice Smith brings her powerful voice to City Winery. Get tickets.
Beltline Activities
The Eastside Trail (especially around Ponce City Market and Krog Street) buzzes with people grabbing food/drinks from spots like the 9 Mile Station food hall or nearby breweries. Expect informal World Cup watch parties at BeltLine-adjacent bars and patios amid the ongoing FIFA festivities.
Bubble Planet Immersive Exhibit
Love bubbles? Bubble Planet is an immersive experience in which you’ll surround yourself with bubbles like never before! Get tickets.
Atlanta Weekend Events: Friday, October 23, 2026
- Concerts and nightlife: Rawayana performs at the Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park. Other strong options include the band Sugar at The Eastern, Josh Thomas comedy at the Buckhead Theatre, and CeCe Winans at Gas South Arena. Smaller shows run at venues like Vinyl, Center Stage, and The Loft.
- Alice Smith: The songstress plays City Winery. Get tickets.
- Theatre: Like Father at the Alliance Theatre’s Hertz Stage (runs through the weekend).
- Halloween and seasonal: Evening “Capturing the Spirit of Oakland” tours at Oakland Cemetery (costumed storytelling). Howl on the Green (free trunk-or-treat and costume fun in Duluth) and Screen on the Green / Fright Night events downtown.
- Flexible classics: Walk or bike the Atlanta BeltLine, explore Piedmont Park, or hit the food scene in Midtown, Inman Park, or Buckhead.
Serial Killer Exhibit
This weekend, check out the Serial Killer exhibit in Atlanta. Get tickets.
Trolley Ride Through Atlanta
Discover the rich history of Atlanta while uncovering the hidden gems and must-visit landmarks nestled within the city on the 90-Minute Trolley Tour Atlanta. Get tickets.
Atlanta Weekend Events: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs. Boston College Eagles (Homecoming) at Bobby Dodd Stadium, 3:30 p.m. (ACC Network).
- Atlanta United FC vs. Chicago Fire FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 7:30 p.m. (Unified match earlier at 2:30 p.m.; free with first-team ticket in some cases).
- Atlanta Hawks vs. Houston Rockets at State Farm Arena, ~8:30 p.m.
- Family and fall fun: Boo at the Zoo at Zoo Atlanta (9 a.m.–4 p.m.). Trick-or-treating on Trick-or-Treat Lane, costumed characters, crafts, games, and performances—included with general admission (free for members and kids under 3). Costumes encouraged.
- Festivals and culture: Crafts & Drafts festival in downtown Smyrna (arts, crafts, food, beer, kids’ activities). Fall Family Fun at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Twilight Drag Brunch or other shows at City Winery.
- Music: Sonic – Live in Concert at the Fox Theatre; JPEGMAFIA at The Tabernacle; DJ Shadow at The Eastern.
Atlanta Falcons vs. San Francisco 49ers
Photo credit: Instagram The Atlanta Falcons will host the San Francisco 49ers this coming Sunday, October 26, 2026, at 1 PM ET.
Atlanta Weekend Events: Sunday, October 26, 2026
- Sports: Atlanta Falcons vs. San Francisco 49ers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 1:00 p.m. (FOX). Tailgating is a big part of the experience.
- Music: Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds (Sturgill Simpson’s project) at State Farm Arena, 8:00 p.m. Also Indigo Girls at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre and John Scofield at City Winery.
- Family: Boo at the Zoo again (same hours and details as Saturday).
- Other: Decatur Haints and Saints Parade, Market in the Park Fall Festival in Grant Park, or a relaxed day at the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, High Museum of Art, or National Center for Civil and Human Rights.
- Bonus relaxing options: Head to Atlanta museums like the High Museum or Zoo Atlanta (post-IllumiNights season), catch a puppet show, or enjoy casual park hangs and dining.
Check Out Banksy in Atlanta
The art of Banksy can be seen in Atlanta in this immersive exhibit running now. Get tickets.
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