Are you looking for some fun-filled activities this weekend in Atlanta? The city offers some great events this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, including outdoor and indoor festivals in neighborhoods like Midtown and Buckhead.

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.

Atlanta Food & Wine Festival

The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival, the city’s signature food festival, kicks off this weekend. It’s happening in Midtown and Downtown Atlanta. Get the details.

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, September 11, 2026

• Atlanta Food & Wine Festival (Home Depot Backyard at Mercedes-Benz Stadium): Multi-day Southern food-and-drink event with tasting tents, chef demos, and special programs (including a Friday “Flavors of Atlanta” night). Day passes available.
• Yellow Daisy Festival (Stone Mountain Park): Large outdoor arts-and-crafts show with 400+ vendors, live music, food, a kids’ zone, and a beer garden. Hours typically 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday. Park admission/parking required.
• Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies (Truist Park, 7:15 p.m.): Home series opener against a division rival.
• Hamilton (Fox Theatre, evening): Broadway hit still running.
• Air Supply (Atlanta Symphony Hall): Classic pop concert.
• Marc Maron (Buckhead Theatre): Stand-up comedy.
• Other options: Atlanta Home Show (Cobb Galleria; free admission Friday), Purpose at Alliance Theatre, Les Misérables in Sandy Springs, or smaller shows (Lucki at Coca-Cola Roxy, Elder at The Masquerade).

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, September 12, 2026

• Georgia Tech vs. Tennessee (Bobby Dodd Stadium): Big college football matchup.
• Atlanta Braves vs. Phillies (Truist Park, 7:15 p.m.): Night game.
• Yellow Daisy Festival and Atlanta Food & Wine Festival: Both continue (Yellow Daisy typically 9 a.m.–6 p.m.).Kirkwood Wine Stroll: Neighborhood wine tasting with local businesses, food, and live music.
• Matcha Fest (Piedmont Park): Matcha, food, wellness, and culture festival.
• Mike Campbell with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (Atlanta Symphony Hall).
• Hamilton (Fox Theatre; afternoon and/or evening performances).Other options: Monster Jam (Gas South Arena), Patrick Warburton at Variety Playhouse, Malcolm Todd at Coca-Cola Roxy, Atlanta International Auto Show (Georgia World Congress Center), or Sound + Vision experimental event.

Hamilton at Fox Theatre

Hamilton is back in Atlanta for a limited run. This is one event you won’t want to miss.

Atlanta Weekend Events: Sunday, September 13, 2026

• Atlanta Braves vs. Phillies (Truist Park, 1:35 p.m.): Day game to close the series.
• Yellow Daisy Festival and Atlanta Food & Wine Festival: Final day (Yellow Daisy typically 9 a.m.–5 p.m.).Atlanta Home Show and auto/antique markets continue.
• Hamilton (Fox Theatre).Family-friendly: High Museum of Art (UPS Second Sunday often means free or special access), Zoo Atlanta encounters, or Stone Mountain Park (lasershow in the evening if running).
• Explore neighborhoods – Brunch in Buckhead or East Atlanta, then wander historic sites like the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park or check out a neighborhood festival.
• 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.

Traffic tip: Use MARTA for Midtown spots. What’s your pick? Drop us a line in the comments! Stay tuned for more updates.

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