• Restaurant Week Atlanta restaurants

    Black Restaurant Week Atlanta 2024: What To Know

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    Now in its 18th rotation, Black Restaurant Week is back in Atlanta, Georgia, for the next couple of weeks. It’s the perfect time to experience some of the city’s food businesses owned by African-Americans.

    Black Restaurant Week is dedicated to supporting and promoting Atlanta’s African-American owned restaurants, food businesses and farms.

    Black Restaurant Week Atlanta 2024: Everything You Need To Know

    The seventh annual event also considers its mission as one that educates and raises awareness of the black culinary industry in the United States and its plights and delights.

    • Things kick off in a flavorful way at Halidom food hall on the eastside of Atlanta on Friday, August 9.
    • On Saturday, August 10, everyone will be at Philly’s for breakfast.
    • On Sunday, the go-to will be at Gocha’s Tapas in Fayetteville.

    When Is Black Restaurant Week In Atlanta?

    In Atlanta, Black Restaurant Week runs from Sunday, August 4 through Sunday, August 18, 2024. 

    Black Restaurant Week takes its goal of creating experiences that will cater to a diverse culture of tastemakers, professionals and area foodies seriously.  Gone this year are the panels and food workshops, it’s all about support. That’s why the goal is just to eat at participating restaurants and spread the word.

    What began in Houston seven years ago has expanded in major U.S. markets like Atlanta, New York, Washington D.C. and Chicago.

    Black Restaurant Week Atlanta

    “We’re in the trenches with the owners and operators, which is why we created our Feed the Soul Foundation Restaurant Business Development Fund,” states Falayn Ferrell, Black Restaurant Week, LLC’s Operations Managing Partner. “We understand they need ‘more than just a week’ of support to thrive in such a competitive industry. Through the support of our corporate partners, the foundation is able to provide funding and business development to create sustainability for minority-owned culinary businesses. We are witnessing so much growth from our 2021 and 2022 cohorts from expansion to brick-and-mortar locations to e-commerce opportunities to sell culinary products across the United States.”

    Black Restaurant Week Events

    Don’t miss these Black Restaurant Week events:

    Black Restaurant Week Atlanta 2018
    Photographer: Oliver Sjöström, https://ollivves.com 

    Read more: NOSH: Black Restaurant Week’s Great Tasting

    Black Restaurant Week LLC began in 2016 in Houston. Texas. The event was an instant success, generating more than $50,000 of revenue for the local economy through black-owned restaurants.

    Black Restaurant Week: Participating Atlanta Eateries

    Enjoy a prix-fixe menu at these Atlanta restaurants:

    • Apt 4B
    • Angry Crab
    • Atlantic Grill
    • Batsi
    • Blaqhaus
    • Cup Cake People
    • Grass VBQ Joint
    • Gocha’s Tapas Bar
    • Fellaship Lounge
    • Fin & Feathers
    • Flavor Rich Food Truck
    • Hattie Marie’s BBQ
    • Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar Marietta
    • Infusion Crab ATL
    • Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles
    • Little Debbie’s Country Kitchen
    • Modish
    • Rays Southern Foods
    • Spice House
    • Sidebar
    • Snook’s Grill
    • Southern Vegan Soul Cafe
    • Sudo Bar & Grill Ellenwood
    • T’s Brunch Bar
    • The Daiquiri Factory
    • Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours
    • WTF – What The Fry
    Besides Black Restaurant Week, there are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.

    Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you.

    If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.

    We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.

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  • Food specials in Atlanta

    Atlanta Food Specials: How To Eat Cheap Daily (Updated)

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    Grocery prices are still rising, while wages are stagnant in Atlanta and elsewhere — but we’ve got to eat. The good news is that you can save money by taking advantage of daily food deals.

    This article will show you some of the best daily food specials we could find around Atlanta.

    Happy hour may be just a label around the city, but if you look long and hard, you can find the deals every day among Atlanta restaurants. Or you can just visit AtlantaFi.com and let us show you the deals. Every day. Sign up for the newsletter to get them exclusively delivered to your inbox.

    Daily Food And Drink Specials In Atlanta For 2024

    If you want to know where the cheap eats are in Atlanta, we’ve got a day-by-day breakdown for you so that all you have to do is plug in the eatery’s address in your GPS and go.

    Quick Links: Cheap Eats In Atlanta

    Monday Food Specials In Atlanta

    Here are some Atlanta restaurants with daily food specials. We’ll go through the week to see what food we can get for cheap and where. Let’s start with the Monday food specials.

    El Super Pan

    455 Legends Pl #862, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (404) 521-6500

    El Super Pan margaritas
    At The Battery Atlanta, El Super Pan has a Monday deal you don’t want to miss: $6 margaritas every Monday starting at 5 p.m.

    Happy Hour At The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill

    Oysters at The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill in Atlanta

    At The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill in Atlanta, you can catch Happy Hour every Monday-Friday from 4-6 p.m., which includes:

    • East Coast oysters on the half shell for $12.97 a dozen
    • $4 shrimp tacos
    • $10 peel-and-eat shrimp
    • A rotating boat drink for $5
    • $18 Bud Light/Michelob Ultra buckets
    • $20 Corona buckets
    • $25 High Noon buckets

    Every Monday Get 99-Cent Sangria In Atlanta

    Sangria special in Atlanta
     
    If you want to kickstart your workweek the right way, check out Loca Luna, which offers 99-cent sangrias from 5-10 p.m. every Monday. trust us, you’re going to get hungry, that’s why they have tapas half-priced as well.
    550-C Amsterdam Ave NE, Atlanta. 404-875-4494.

    Drink Wine For Cheap

    cheap wine deals in Atlanta

    Free Cobbler Monday: Paschals

    Free Cobbler Monday at Paschals in Atlanta
    One of Atlanta’s most renown soul food restaurants has a nice gift for the hungry to start the work week. Every Monday, it’s Free Cobbler Monday at Paschals Restaurant. You gotta get it! 180 Northside Dr SW #B, Atlanta, GA 30313.
     

    Gyro Street Pita and Side

    Gyro street pita from , PITA Mediterranean Street Food in Atlanta

    On Mondays, PITA Mediterranean Street Food offers its gyro street pita with a choice of side for $6. Side options include fries, rice, grilled veggies, quinoa tabouli or any spread. This deal is available for dine-in or takeout. Place orders online or visit an Atlanta PITA location near you.

    Martini Mondays: Sage Woodfire Tavern Perimeter

    Sage Woodfire Tavern
    At this Sage Woodfire location at Perimeter in Dunwoody, you can enjoy $5 Martinis all day — and not just the cheap stuff. Top shelf Martinis, including Beefeater, Chopin, Grey Goose, High Vodka, Ketel One,  Purity Vodka, Tanqueray and Van Gogh.

    Tuesday Food Specials In Atlanta

    Now let’s look at where you can eat in Atlanta for cheap on Tuesdays.

    $2 Tuesdays: Blu Cantina

    Blu Cantina
    Blu Cantina in East Lake is making it a fiesta every Tuesday with their Tuesday specials. If you want cheap food in Atlanta, here it is. They usually consist of $2 guacamole, $2 tacos, $2 empanadas, $5 Patron Margarita, $2 Carona and $28 Patron Margarita pitchers. 1242 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316.  (404) 254-2151.

    These Atlanta Restaurants Have Taco Tuesday Specials

     Because it’s so popular in the ATL, several restaurants do that thang. Here they are:
     
    • Twisted Taco offers $1.99-$2.99 tacos and selected domestic beers that are just $1.99 on Tuesdays (which is perfect pricing for college students), so you can wash down one of the yummy specials with a tasty beer.
    • Pure: You can enjoy your choice of chipotle chicken, shredded pork or fish tacos, all with poblano slaw just for $2. And of course, you need a drink, too, so check out the $2 Tecates. PURE taqueria’s vibe is ultra chill, so invite some friends out for some tacos and margs!
    • Zocalo is Midtown Atlanta’s Mexican kitchen and cantina serving authentic upscale Mexican comfort food, margaritas and handcrafted cocktails. Zocalo has $3 Victoria beer, tacos, and Tecates on Taco Tuesday.
    • A lively taqueria with a year-round porch, mixing your favorite Mexican and Korean street eats, plus some tasty signature drinks. They are $2 Classic, $3 Premium Takos, $4 House Takoritas on Taco Tuesday.
    • Tin Lizzy’s Cantina, they are known for their refreshing margaritas, friendly service, lively music and of course, their “FlexMex” cuisine. Tin Lizzy’s amazing deals for Tuesdays are $2 tacos from the restaurant’s special list and you can toss back on a $5 Patrón tequila shot.

    See these other great Atlanta restaurants for Taco Tuesday.

    Babalu Tacos in Midtown Atlanta

    Terrapin Taproom

    755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339 |  (404) 494-1202

    smoked wings are the best at Terrapin Taproom

    At Terrapin Taproom at The Battery Atlanta, you can save big money by ordering smoked wings for 20% off.

    Wednesday Food Specials

    On Wednesdays, several metro Atlanta restaurants offer patrons the opportunity to eat for less (or even free). Here are some of the best food specials on Wednesdays in Atlanta.

    Wednesdays: Kids Eat Free At Beni’s Cubano In East Cobb

    Beni’s Cubano in East Cobb lets kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. So parents, go to Beni’s Cubano on hump day!

    The kids menu at Beni’s Cubano includes such favorites as chicken fingers, mojo grilled chicken, ham and cheese, cside dishes such as plantain chips and black bean and corn salad. Offer valid for dine-in only.

    Wednesday Food Specials: District M

    Wednesday food specials in Atlanta - District M

    District M in Sandy Springs has drink specials and half-off rolls on Wednesdays. Read more about District M.

    Whiskey Wednesdays: The Pinewood Restaurant

    Located in the heart of downtown Decatur, The Pinewood has always stood out as that cool gastropub you want to go hang out in even if you’re not hungry. On Wednesdays, they make it easy. That’s when they have $5 whiskey in what’s known as Whiskey Wednesdays. 254 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030. (404) 373-5507.

    Winedown Wednesday: Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours

     
    This funky West Midtown joint continues to get national accolades while being one of the city’s best-kept secrets…. but for how long??? If you’re a vino fan, check them Wednesday when you can get half-off on select bottles of wine and complimentary charcuterie. Apex West Midtown, 1133 Huff Road, NW Atlanta Ga. 30318.

    Wednesday Burger + Beer $9.95: Taco Mac

     
    Taco Mac’s Midtown location has a burger and beer combo for just $9.95. Known for its all-the-world beer selection, there’s no better place to watch a game — or people-watch — than this location. 933 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309.

    Cinco Wednesdays at Blu Cantina

    How to Eat For Cheap In Atlanta Every Day
    The Mexican restaurant comes with it every Wednesday with $5 food specials as well as $5 cocktails as part of their happy hour offerings.

    Thursday Food Specials

    Thursdays offer some great bites around the city as Atlanta restaurants try to lure crowds before the weekend. Let’s look at the best food deals.

    Thursday Night ‘Snooty’ Drinks: Grindhouse Killer Burgers

    Grindhouse Killer Burgers have been making a big name for itself in the city’s crowded burger scene. But it helps to be known for libations as well. The eatery’s full-service locations have a Thursday special, offering all “snooty drink” cocktails regularly priced at $8 for just $5. 1842 Piedmont Ave.; Atlanta, GA. 433 North McDonough St., Decatur, GA.

    Bourbon Thursdays At Sweet Auburn BBQ

    bourbon Thursday at Sweet Auburn BBQ

    Enjoy $6 classic bourbon and rye cocktails like Kentucky Mules, Old Fashioneds and Manhattans every Thursday evening at Sweet Auburn BBQ.

    Weekend Food Specials And Deals In Atlanta

    As you know many restaurants make the lion’s share of their money on the weekends, starting with Friday.

    For Saturday and Sundays, many Atlanta restaurants have their largest crowds, so they don’t drop prices — at least not typically. But we’ve found some local eateries that give you a discount.

    Sunday Night Special: Cibo e Beve

    Cibo e Beve Italian Kitchen & Barin North Fulton offers all you can eat pasta and 1/2 off wine on Sundays from 5 to 9 p.m. Here are the deets on the family-friendly offer. Cibo e Beve. 4969 Roswell Rd. Atlanta, GA 30342. Phone: 404-250-8988.

    For $20, devour all the Caesar salad, pasta, and bread your heart desires. Kids 10 and under can enjoy for just $10. Featured pasta is a housemade Sunday Gravy pasta  served over your choice of penne or spaghetti. Proteins and vegetables may be added to your pasta for an additional cost. Select wines are available for half price on Sundays with all you can eat pasta from 5:00-9:30 PM.
    No sharing, substitutions or carry out. Not offered on holidays. Valid for dine in only.

    Monday Through Friday Food Specials

    Looking for a cheap place to eat every week day? Here are your best bets around Atlanta.

    Dantanna’s Happy Hour

    Dantanna’s happy hour menu runs every Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the bar and on the dog-friendly patio. Check out Dantanna’s happy hour menu.

    Escobar Restaurant And Tapas

    At Escobar Restaurant and Tapas, you can enjoy lunch specials (dine-in only) from Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Here’s a sample of what you can get on the menu:

    • $5: House Salad
    • $6: Cup of Gumbo
    • $10: Blackened Salmon (+ 1 side)
    • Fried Chicken (+1 side)
    • 6 Shrimp and Fries
    • Cheeseburger and Fries (beef or turkey)
    Escobar also has $5 tapas and happy hour drink specials Monday-Friday from 2 to 8 p.m.

    Big Ketch Saltwater Grill

    The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill

    The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill in Buckhead offers specials each weekday that are perfect to enjoy on the open-air patio.

    • Monday-Friday from 4-6 p.m.Happy hour featuring oysters on the half shell, beer and seltzer buckets, and $5 rotating boat drinks.

    Birdcage Happy Hour

    Check out Birdcage on the eastside for a downright proper happy hour, including tostados, half-price wine, $5 draft beer and $5 frozen drinks.

    Birdcage happy hour in Atlanta.

    Drums ‘N Flatz

    5370 Stone Mountain Hwy #30, Stone Mountain, GA 30087 | (770) 558-6934

    drums and flatz

    At Drumz ‘N Flatz, you can enjoy  happy hour from 5-7pm, which features 1/2 off drinks.

    Mon-Fri Specials: Barley Garden

    Atlanta daily food specials - Barley Garden

    Mon-Fri Specials: Red Pepper Taqueria

    One of the few legit happy hours in the city, Red Pepper Taqueria offers 1/2 off appetizers and $7 for a dozen oysters. Happy Hour is Monday through Friday 4 to 6 p.m. *Dine in only. Two (2) dozen per person per visit. 3135 Piedmont Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30305. (404) 869-2773.

    Mon-Friday: Hampton + Hudson In Inman Park

    Hampton + Hudson

    Hampton & Hudson’s happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. That’s when you’ll be able to get half-off appetizers. Also on Wednesdays, select wine is half off as well.

    Monday-Friday Specials: Genki at The Prado

    Genki Noodles & Sushi is known fresh Japanese fare, Asian fusion and fantastic drinks. They have a ton of special every weekday evening. Here’s whats on in store:

    • $4 Portabello Mushroom over Crispy Spinach
    • $3 Edamame
    • $4 Chicken Eggrolls
    • $5 Calimari
    • $4 Gyoza (pork and vegetable) steamed / fried
    • $6 Tiger Shrimp served over fresh Guacamole with Wonton Chips
    • $4 Cheese Kari Kari
    • $9 Sashimi app.
    • $5 California and Spicy Tuna Rolls (10pc)
    • $8 Dynamite or Super Crunch Rolls (10pc)

    Drink Specials

    • $4 Pinot Noir
    • $4 House Pinot Grigio
    • $4 Chardonnay
    • $4 Cabernet
    • $5 Well Liquor (Gin, Whiskey, Vodka, Tequilla)
    • $4 Any Draft Beer
    • $4 Sake (Small Carafe)

    Genki is located at 5590 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30342. Order here.

    Also, at Hampton & Hudson, you can get some tasty apps like H+H Chicken Wings, Deviled Eggs and Meatball Sliders. Would you be able to update the placeholder with this?

    Best Brunch Specials In Atlanta

    When it comes to Atlanta food specials on Sundays, these restaurants are known for their hearty brunch menus:

    Aprés Dìem

    931 Monroe Drive St C-103 Atlanta, GA | (404) 872-3333

    Apres Diem: Best Brunch restaurant in Atlanta

    Aprés Dìem is located in the heart of Midtown’s Poncey-Highland area. Sunday Brunch menu faves: SALAD NIÇOISE: grilled tuna steak, kalamata olive, hard-boiled egg, tomato, french green bean, red pepper, rice, anchovy (optional), mixed greens, white-balsamic vinaigrette.

    Buttermilk Kitchen

    4225 Roswell Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30342 | (678) 732-3274

    Buttermilk kitchen: Best Brunch restaurant in Atlanta

     Buttermilk Kitchen is located in Buckhead, but don’t let that fool you. The place is just as downhome as ever. Brunch menu faves: Ray’s Waffle Burger, B.Y.O.B. Breakfast Plate, Market Scramble.

    West Egg Cafe

    1100 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 |  (404) 872-3973

    West Egg Cafe - best brunch restaurant in Atlanta

    West Egg Cafe calls itself the “best breakfast in Atlanta” and it’s hard to argue. Brunch menu faves: Peachtree Plate, Salmon Cakes Benedict, Fried Egg Sandwich, Fried Green Tomatoes BLT.

    Looking for more great brunches in Atlanta? Here’s our list.

    Do you know of any restaurants and bars with specials and deals? Let us know

    Final Word

    It’s easy to spend a lot of money on food in a big city like Atlanta, but you don’t have to. Many Atlanta restaurants have food specials that you should be taking advantage of.

    Atlanta has a lot of good places to chow down on delicious food. You never know: Specials can also be based on food events happening around the city.

    Read more: 20+ essential soul food spots in Atlanta

    The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.

    For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.

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  • Sweet Auburn Music Fest in Atlanta

    Sweet Auburn Music Fest 2024: Time, Date, Info, Lineup

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    They’re going to be partying in the streets soon for the year’s biggest music fest on Atlanta’s famous Auburn Avenue: The Sweet Auburn Music Fest (SAMF).

    The event is happening across two days in Atlanta during the last weekend in September. SAMF is one of the best festivals in Atlanta.

    Sweet Auburn Music Fest 2024: Everything You Need to Know

    The Sweet Auburn Music Fest will be located at 320 Irwin Street Northeast Atlanta, GA 30312. Here’s a map to help you find it.

    When Is the Sweet Auburn Music Fest This Year?

    The Sweet Auburn Music Fest is happening across two days this year:

    • Sep 28, 2024, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Sep 29, 2024, 11:00 AM — 7:00 PM

    The Sweet Auburn Music Fest serves as:

    • A destination point for many people to rendezvous with old friends & colleagues.
    • A family environment to hear great live music, enjoy food and beverages in an outdoor setting, and just have fun!
    • Whether you are a patron or a participant, you will celebrate the Experience of being a part of a festival of Food, Fun and Music. “Where the Food is Good and the Music is Great all the time.”
    • With the Sweet Auburn Music Fest we create an atmosphere of harmony and peace within the Atlanta community. Closing the gap between young & old, Black & White, rich & poor with music that appeals to all regardless of creed class or color.

    Attendance:

    • Over the course of the weekend, the S.A.M.F average attendance is seventy five thousand plus attendees. A quick glance through the crowd shows that the attendance includes participants of all ages enjoying the festival from the very young to the young at heart.

    Cost:

    • Admission is FREE to the public. Tickets Are Not Needed! Exhibitor items are available for purchase at variable rates.

    Attractions:

    • Natives and tourist alike can’t resist the lure of the Sweet Auburn Music Fest. For some, it’s the great items to purchase, for others it’s the great outdoors with the combination of good food & great music in a country fair atmosphere in an urban setting in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. TheSweet Auburn Music Fest truly is a music lovers paradise. There is no other large outdoor festival that gives great music with performances by National Artist absolutely free. Each hour on stage features either a national artist or an indie band entertaining the crowd with a little bit of – Rock, Country, Soul, Blues, or Reggae.
    • Car Show
    • Children’s Amusement Area
    • National Artist Performing
    • and Much Much More!

    Parking & Shuttles

    Due to the event’s large number of participants we recommend taking the Marta to Auburn Avenue.

    The Atlanta Streetcar is the most accessible and convenient way to get to the festival. Take the North line to the Peachtree Center Station; hop on the Atlanta Streetcar at the Peachtree Center stop; and exit at the Dobbs Plaza stop under the bridge. Walk to either corner (Fort St. or Bell St.) and go North.

    For More Information: info@SweetAuburnMusicFest.com (678) 861 – 7263.

    Want more outdoor events? See all the Atlanta Festivals

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  • Atlanta Ice Cream Festival 2019: Date, time, info

    Atlanta Ice Cream Festival 2024 | Here’s What To Know

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    Are you in the mood for some ice cream this weekend? The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival is once again happening in the city’s largest park.

    If you’re looking for a cool place for some cool treats? The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival will take place at Piedmont Park in Midtown.

    Come out to Piedmont Park in the heat of the summer and cool off with some ice cream at this festival.

    Atlanta Ice Cream Festival: Everything You Need To Know

    Historically, attendees have been able to come to the festival and enjoy delectable local ice cream, gelato, and more, while celebrating the season with games, activities.

    When Is The 2024 Atlanta Ice Cream Festival?

    The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival is set for Saturday, July 27, 2024 in Midtown’s largest park. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival is still slated to be held at Piedmont Park in Midtown. 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.

    Interested In Other Atlanta Events?

    While it’s warm, take advantage of the outdoors. Don’t miss these awesome summer festivals.
     
    As the weather warms, you can expect the best things to do in Midtown, 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.

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  • How Long Does It Take To Ride Around I-285 In Atlanta?

    How Long Does It Take To Ride Around I-285 In Atlanta?

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    Congested gridlock is a part of everyday day life in Atlanta, Georgia, but be way you can save time is to take advantage of Interstate 285.

    Do you need to drive on metro Atlanta’s circular highway, this article will help you.

    Interstate 285: Things You Need To Know

    More than 2 million are said to drive on I-285 every day, coming from as far away as southern Tennessee and western Alabama.

    The highway encompasses Fulton, DeKalb and Clayton counties and parts of Atlanta, Decatur, Clarkston, Vinings, Hapeville, College Park, Dunwoody and Doraville.

    When Was 285 Built?

    The first phase of I-285 was built in 1963 as part of the federal highway system to overhaul interstate travel around the nation. The interstate officially opened on Oct. 15, 1969. 

    The idea of 285 arose from plans for a loop around the city devise by the Georgia Department of Transportation.

    How Many Miles Around Is 285?

    I-285 is 66 miles around, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation. While the freeway touches Atlanta and DeKalb counties, it technically does not enter Cobb or Gwinnett counties, the two other major metro Atlanta jurisdictions.

    I-285 is connected to three other federal highways, I-75, I-85 and I-20. Another major state road that cross 285 is SR 400, where the toll used to be.

    What Time Is The Best Time To Drive Through Atlanta?

    If you have to go straight through the middle of the city, it’s best to travel early through Atlanta. I don’t mean 8 a.m., but 5 or 6 a.m. at the latest. 

    The earlier you travel, the easier it is to get through without gridlock. Around 7 a.m., the rush hour begins and won’t subside until around 10 a.m.

    If you want to know what the interstate looks like before you travel, go to some of the TV stations that will tell you, like:

    One of the most prominent areas of I-285 is Spaghetti Junction. It is the I-85 interchange with I-285. If you want to know how to drive in Atlanta, you need to put safety first… and pray!

    How Long Does It Take To Ride Around I-285? Let’s See

    When you drive in Atlanta, you may think your fellow motorists are in a race, but Interstate 285 is a true racetrack.

    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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  • things to do in Atlanta at night - Kat's Cafe: Live Music, Food, Drink, Info In Midtown Atlanta

    Kat’s Cafe: Live Music, Food, Drink, Good Times In Midtown Atlanta

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    If you’re looking for live music during the week, Kate’s Cafe in Midtown Atlanta is the place to be.

    The establishment is located amid some residential homes at 970 Piedmont Ave NE, a short distance from 10th Street, Kat’s Cafe live music bar and restaurant is definitely one of those cool things to do in Atlanta on any day of the week.

    Poetry lovers who are fans of open mic nights flock to this place. And the food’s good. too. While the menu may not be that expansive, the few dishes Kat’s Cafe specializes in are good.

    Kat’s Cafe in Midtown Atlanta: Everything you need to know

    Native Atlantans as well as visitors love this place. Here’s what one Google reviewer said:

    “Oh, yes. I will return. Kat’s Cafe (KC) is a gem ,I’m glad I found. KC is a small venue that features live entertainment and a bar for drinks.
    From the accolades given by the singer that was there the night I was, KC is where local talent is given a chance to shine. There is a small cover. $10, the night I was there. Not sure if it changes depending on the act.
    Seating was limited and the cafe was full so I sat at the bar. Drinks are reasonably priced.
    Valet parking available on premise.  Thanks, Kat for a nice place to unwind on the weekends! I will be returning soon.”

    Here’s the schedule for the weekly rundown at Kat’s Cafe

      • Tuesday: Comedy, 9 pm
      • Wednesday: Various live shows, 8p (call ahead at 404.347.2263)
      • Thursday: Open Mic, 9pm
      • Friday: Happy Hour DJs, 5pm | Party Band, 9pm
      • Saturday: Live Band, 9pm

    Where is Kat’s Cafe located?

    Kat’s Cafe is located at 970 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309. Here’s a map to help you find it.


    There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.

    Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!

    Cool events takes place every year when it’s hot. And that’s when Atlanta is at its best. Every Atlanta weekend has something cool to do. The city has a thriving cultural, food, sports and music scene, with venues like the Tabernacle and the Fox Theatre hosting concerts and shows throughout the year.

    The city is also home to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the Atlanta Opera, offering world-class performances for music lovers.Atlanta has a lot of cool things to do and places to eat, including some of the top soul food joints and remarkable Thai food spots

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    Where Are The Fireworks? July 4th Festivities Around Atlanta

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    The Fourth of July is Thursday, July 4, 2024 and that means all around Atlanta, Georgia, it’s going to be a red, white and blue type of event-filled weekend and holiday.

    You don’t have to be in Atlanta proper to enjoy the festivities; surrounding cities will also be getting in on the fireworks!

    Metro Atlanta July 4 Celebrations

    Here are some of the metro Atlanta Fourth of July events you may want to check out.

    Six Flags Over Georgia

    Six Flags over Georgia fourth of July celebration

    Celebrate the Fourth of July in Austell at Six Flags Over Georgia. The Coca-Cola Fourth of July celebration actually runs from July 2-4 and features rides like Dare Devil Dive and The Great American Scream Machine.

    • Event Dates: July 3-6
    • Cost: Starts at $29
    • Best View: Near SUPERMAN: Ultimate Flight and JUSTICE LEAGUE Battle for Metropolis

    Once the sun goes down, the sky lights up nightly with the best fireworks show in Atlanta. Buy tickets.

    Underground Atlanta 4th Of July Block Party

    Underground Atlanta fireworks block party
    Come downtown to the 4th of July Block Party at Underground Atlanta. This event runs from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and is the perfect place to celebrate the holiday with your friends and family. Underground Atlanta: 50 Upper Alabama Street Atlanta, GA 30303.

    Ponce City Market

    4th of July at Ponce City Market

    Want to stay in Midtown? Come on out to The Roof at Ponce City Market to take in The Fourth! Happening Thursday, July 4, The Roof will be hosting their annual Fourth of July party from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be an array of entertainment for the whole family, from  hot dogs and gameplay at Skyline Park to dinner at 9 Mile Station.

    Backyard BBQ Fest

    If you want to see the fireworks from Midtown’s vast landscape, just off Donald Lee Hollowell will offer a vantage point. Backyard BBQ will take place on Thursday, July 4 from 3 to 10 p.m. at 1080 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy. NW, Atlanta. This free event will have food trucks, a live DJ, treats for kids and more.

    Alpharetta

    Apharetta residents are invited to come out and sit under the stars to watch the fireworks at dusk at Wills Park (11925 Wills Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009). Families are encouraged to bring picnic food.

    Dunwoody

    Dunwoody’s Fourth of July Parade will travel 2.7 miles down the city’s main corridors. More than 32,000 spectators are expected this year. This year’s theme will be “Parade of Stars,” and will kick off along Mt. Vernon and circle around the Dunwoody Village Parkway into Dunwoody Village. Viewing will start on the west side of Jett Ferry on Mt. Vernon.

    Decatur July 4 Celebration And Pied Piper Parade

    Decatur will celebrate the Fourth with its Pied Piper Parade as it makes its way through the city’s downtown on July 4 at 6 p.m.. Gather friends and family, ride your bike, walk or skate in this community parade – it’s for anyone and everyone! Neighborhoods and organizations are encouraged to make floats and join the fun too. And don’t forget your red, white and blue!

    Marietta

    The City of Marietta’s 4th In The Park Celebration begins Thursday, July 4, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Glover Park and includes a parade, free live concerts, arts and crafts show, food, carnival games and fireworks finale.

    • 10:00am Let Freedom Ring Parade
    • 10:00am thru 9:00pm Festival – Arts & Crafts, Kid’s Zone, Festival Food, Free Concerts
    • 12:00pm Concert  Featuring Scott Thompson
    • 2:00pm Bell Ringing Ceremony
    • 2:30pm Atlanta Concert Band
    • 7:00pm Concert Featuring TULANI
    •  8:00pm to 9:30pm Savannah Jack 
    • FIREWORKS SHOW AT DARK

    Final Word

    Of course, there are many more local celebrations of Independence Day. You might want to check out the Stone Mountain Laser Show, which will have a blast for five straight nights, culminating on July 4th.

    We all like to bar hop and check out the latest parties and festivals from time to time, but there’s nothing like enjoying some of the best restaurants are as well as doing some shopping and people-watching at some of the area’s best malls.

    Atlanta has just what you need, not just today but every weekend. From exploring the city’s diverse restaurant scene to taking in a beautiful park greenspace or even checking out the hidden gems, Atlanta has some of everything.

    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.

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    Atlanta Summer Beer Festival: Everything You Need To Know

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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.

    GET TICKETS HERE

    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.

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    Crazy Cool Things To Do In Atlanta This Weekend: June 21-23, 2024

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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

    Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival: Date, Time, Info

    It’s a commemoration and a celebration. See metro Atlanta’s Juneteenth events.

    Atlanta Ultimate Women’s Expo

    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

    Atlanta Vegan Festival

    Atlanta Vegan Fest

    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

    Atlanta Summer Beer Fest info times and date
    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

    Zoo Atlanta Savanna Nights

    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

    Catch a Braves Game

    Atlanta Braves stadium

    The Atlanta Braves have a homestand this weekend. Check out the best team in baseball:

    Sloomoo Institute

    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

    Beyonce concert in Atlanta.

    This weekend, check out a Candlelight Concert in Atlanta featuring Beyonce’s top hits. Get tickets.

    Atlanta Weekend Events: Saturday, June 22, 2024

    Birthday Bash

    birthday bash 2024

    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

    movie theater in Atlanta

    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

    Atlanta City Pass

    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

    Childish Gambion

    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

    Escape Room Adventure In Atlanta

    escape game 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

    NaanStop in Atlanta kids menu

    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

    Where To Party In Atlanta This Weekend

    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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    20 Cheap-ish Things To Do In Atlanta

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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

    Cheap things to do in Atlanta - 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

    Childish Gambion

    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

    all the Atlanta food halls - cheap things to do in Atlanta
    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 vary

    Try a sweet corn dog at Myungrang Hot Dog-Doraville

    Cheap things to do in Atlanta - 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 $5
     

    Walk through Atlantic Station

    Cool and cheap things to do in Midtown Atlanta - Atlantic Station
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    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 vary
     

    Walk the Atlanta Beltline

    Cheap or free things to do in Atlanta - walk the 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 - Cheap or free things to do in Atlanta

    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

    Oakland Cemetery - Cheap or free things to do in Atlanta

    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

    Chattahoochie River - Cheap or free things to do in and around Atlanta

    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

    10 Of The Best State Parks In Georgia

    Cost: Various prices

    Visit Zoo Atlanta

    Cheap things to do in 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?

    AgesPrice 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 - Cheap or free things to do in Atlanta

    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 / VenueCost
    Schedule a walking tourFree
    Visit the Apex MuseumFrom $7
    Tour the Governor’s MansionFree
    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 Famefrom $17.99–21.99
    Visit the Delta Flight MuseumFrom $10 to $15
    Visit the MLK CenterFree

    Explore all the things to do in Atlanta

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    • Take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are.

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