Things To Do on Columbus Day in Atlanta, Georgia

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Yes, today is Columbus Day, or Indigenous Peoples Day, as it is also called. In Atlanta, there are quite a few things to do today.

While Columbus Day commemorates Christopher Columbus’s landing in the Americas on October 12, 1492, it also is a time to explore the community, its origins and significance.

Cool Things To Do On Columbus Day in Atlanta

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Known as that fancy schmancy place where cool people have weddings and dinner parties, Atlanta Botanical Gardens is one of the most beautiful venues in Atlanta. Everywhere you look, there’s lush greenery and blooms. Spread out across 30 acres in Piedmont Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden has special events on the regular and is a great place to catch some fresh air and admire nature’s beauty.

The garden will be open from 9 AM to 4 PM. It’s a great place to enjoy beautiful flora and current exhibitions.

Neon Brush Sip and Paint

Neon Brush is a painting workshop in a unique retro-futuristic atmosphere. Immerse yourself in a fluorescent neon-lit setting to create your own work of art. Get tickets.

Run Through A Corn Maze

Take the family or friends just outside Atlanta to a corn maze for some awesome outdoors fun. Here are some of the best corn mazes near Atlanta.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

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If you or a family member is a science geek, the Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Druid Hills has it all: dinosaurs, skeletal models and a comprehensive exhibit spread our over a three-story, sky-lit great hall. Talk about fun things to do: Every third Friday, there’s a dance party you don’t want to miss. 767 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30307.

Georgia Aquarium

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Come to downtown Atlanta to see more than 120,000 animals of the sea. The Georgia Aquarium is one of the world’s largest aquariums, with tons of seasonal and permanent exhibits, interactive galleries & fun activities for kids and adults alike. 225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313.

Food and Drink

Check out local restaurants for Columbus Day specials or fall-themed menus.

Here are some Atlanta restaurants with food specials today. 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

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

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

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.

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