This is one of those weekends in Atlanta that they warn you about: Good food, live music, sports and parties are everywhere. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend, it’s hard to keep up, but let’s try, shall we?
If you want to chow down in North Fulton, your best bet is to take advantage of Sandy Springs Restaurant Week, which runs from November 5 – 9, 2018. An assortment of different Atlanta restaurants are participating and offering lunch and dinner specials.
Things to do in Atlanta this week & weekend
The Book Festival of the MJCCA includes author book readings, signings, panel discussions, family events, and book sales in Dunwoody.
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— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) November 5, 2018
Things to do in Atlanta this week: Monday, Nov. 5, 2018
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Elliott Gorn – “Let the People See”7:00 p.m. / Jimmy Carter Library and Museum
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Toddler Time – Give Thanks10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. / Georgia Aquarium
The Letters Festival: The festival, which is Nov. 9-11, aims to amplify the voice of independent literature in Atlanta and beyond, and is an offshoot of Lost in the Letters, an Atlanta-based literary organization that holds readings and workshops, according to program materials.
Things to do in Atlanta this week: Friday, Nov. 9, 2018
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Ed Sheeran with Snow Patrol and Lauv7:00 p.m. / Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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Hawks vs. Pistons7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Slightly Stoopid8:00 p.m. / The Tabernacle
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My Favorite Murder Live8:00 p.m. / The Fox Theatre
- The Nutcracker tells the story of a young girl’s Christmas dream and includes music by Tchaikovsky.
- Nov. 9 to 11 – North Atlanta Dance Theatre, Duluth
- Festival of Laughs feat. Sommore, Earthquake, Tony Rock, Bruce Bruce and more.
Hawks vs. Pistons: Friday, Nov. 9 at State Farm Arena
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— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) October 25, 2018
Things to do in Atlanta this week: Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018
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Autumn Colors Photography Workshop5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
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Taste of Kennesaw
November 3, 201826 miles NWBuy restaurant samples, visit a beer garden or kids’ zone, and hear the bands at Taste of Kennesaw. Free.
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Chastain Park Arts Festival
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Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain and Edgar Meyer – Mashup of the Maestros8:00 p.m. / The Rialto Center for the Arts
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Downtown Atlanta Tour of Lofts and Lifestyles12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Georgia State vs. Texas State Football Game2:00 p.m. / Georgia State Stadium
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Girl Scout Night 20186:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. / Georgia Aquarium
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Hawks vs. Heat7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Walk Off The Earth8:00 p.m. / The Tabernacle
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World Lemur Day10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / Zoo Atlanta
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Herzing University Open House10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Herzing University
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Sensory Friendly Saturdays9:00 a.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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Tailgate Saturdays Built By The Home Depot at The Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of FameCollege Football Hall Of Fame
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Vince Gill7:30 p.m. / The Fox Theatre
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Yoga in the Park9:00 a.m. – 10 :00 a.m. / Woodruff Park
Atlanta Guaco Taco Fest: Organizers are expecting more than 5,000 people to show up on Nov. 10 as there will be mucho live music and margaritas will be on tap for this event. Attendees can enjoy sample size portions priced at $3 from some of Atlanta’s best restaurants. Guac you need to know.
King of Pops Field Day. Your first King of Pops is free, and after that, it’s a party. It’s happening from 2-6 p.m. Nov. 11. Free admission. Old Fourth Ward. 552 Decatur St. SE, Atlanta. https://www.facebook.com/events.
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