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?

Things to do in Atlanta this week

Things to do in Atlanta this weekend include parties, conventions, comedians concerts, spring festivals and much, much more.

This weekend’s best bets: Shaky Knees Festival

Shaky Knees lineup 2019

The Shaky Knees Festival is happening at Central Park in Midtown Atlanta. Buy tickets here.

Atlanta Margarita + Taco Festival

things to do in Atlanta this weekend

The third annual Atl Margarita + Taco fest is coming to Grant Park on May 4, 2019. Come try Atlanta’s BEST Tacos and Magaritas from Atlanta’s best restaurants and food trucks. Free to attend and only $6.00 for a drink wrist band! We will have over 40 taco vendors and 12 bars , so the wait time will not be long!

Cinco De Mayo duo: Cayman Jack and South City Kitchen

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Cayman Jack and South City Kitchen (Buckhead) are teaming up for a FREE event in honor of Cinco de Mayo next week. Guests can enjoy a premium cocktail and a limited-edition food item courtesy of Cayman Jack. The event will take place on Saturday, May 4 from5:00pm to 10:00pm and will benefit The Giving Kitchen.

South City Kitchen’s limited edition Wild Boar Strip Loin and Chayote Cactus Salad was custom designed by Chef Simon Young to pair perfectly with Cayman Jack’s premium margarita, which is handcrafted with 100% blue agave nectar, real cane sugar and natural limes. This complimentary pairing will be given on a first come first serve basis and drinks will only be available to those aged 21+ while supplies last.

Things to do on Tuesday, April 30, 2019

  • Dream Theater
    8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
  • Library on the Lawn
    10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park
  • Yoga by the Water
    6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. / Georgia Aquarium

Things to do on Wednesday, May 1, 2019

    • Family Free Day
      The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
    • Library on the Lawn
      10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park
    • Live from Woodruff Park: Gritz and Jelly Butter
      5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park

    Wednesday, May 1: ‘Ask Dr. Ruth’

    Things to do this week in Atlanta - Ask Dr. Ruth

    The latest AJFF Selects series is “Ask Dr. Ruth,” a crowd-pleasing biography of the diminutive Holocaust survivor who became America’s most famous sex therapist, direct from the Sundance Film Festival.

    “Ask Dr. Ruth” is sponsored in part by the National Council of Jewish Women, Atlanta Section.

    When: Wednesday, May 1 at 7:50 PM
    Where: Tara Cinemas (2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324)
    Tickets: $15 (AJFF Members receive a 20% discount)

Things to do Thursday, May 2, 2019

  • Atlanta from the Ashes: Downtown History Tour
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park
  • The Consumer Show 038
    6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. / Switchyards Downtown Club
  • Peachtree Center Green Market
    11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Things to do Friday, May 3, 2019

  • Citizen Jane
    6:30 p.m. / Jimmy Carter Library and Museum
  • Hillsong United
    7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
  • Love Stories of Oakland: Spring Date Night
    6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
  • Garbage
    8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle

This weekend: A Taste of East Point

This weekend: Great Southern Beer Fest

A Taste of East Point is happening on Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 1 to 9 p.m. The event will take place in downtown East Point. A Taste of East Point is a family-friendly event that will feature great music, food and art in downtown East Point. See the details.

 

Things to do Saturday, May 4, 2019

  • May the Fourth Be With You
    11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
  • Teacher Appreciation Days
    College Football Hall Of Fame
  • The Gradys Community Forum
    2:00 p.m. / Auburn Avenue Research Library
  • VeloCity 2019
    7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Mercedes-Benz Stadium
  • Yoga in the Park
    9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. / Woodruff Park
  • Beastly Feast at Zoo Atlanta
    6:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
  • Parkway Drive and Killswitch Engage
    6:30 p.m. / Tabernacle

Rum Punch Social @ Sound Table

things to do in Atlanta this weekend - Rum Punch Social

Sunday, May 5 at the Sound Garden on Edgewood Ave: The Rum Punch Brunch presents Scramble Brunch Fest – Soca De Mayo Block Party! Celebrating both Cinco de Mayo and the Atlanta Carnival season. In the spirit of inclusiveness and diversity, the event is free for everyone.

These events are just among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. See all the Atlanta festivals this year.

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