July has been a great month for outdoor activities and this weekend is no different, with events happening for the whole family, from festivals to museums, food fests and more.

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 Ice Cream Festival

Atlanta Ice Cream Festival: Date, time, info
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Are you game for some stone-cold ice cream this Saturday? The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival is once again happening in the city’s largest park.

Daniel Caesar with Faye Webster at State Farm Arena

Daniel Caesar with Faye Webster at State Farm Arena

Singer Daniel Caesar brings his crooning abilities to State Farm Arena on Friday at 7:30 PM. Catch the smooth R&B vibes on the Son of Spergy Tour. This is one of the marquee shows of the weekend.

Beltline Activities

Atlanta Beltline Fest

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

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, July 24, 2026

  • Daniel Caesar with Faye Webster at State Farm Arena (7:30 PM) — Catch the smooth R&B vibes on the Son of Spergy Tour. This is one of the marquee shows of the weekend.
  • Other concerts & live music: Tomahawk with Melvins at Buckhead Theatre; various smaller shows at The Masquerade and Center Stage venues.
  • Ongoing: Serial Killer Exhibition at Pullman Yards (through July 26) — immersive true-crime experience. Monty Python’s Spamalot at Fox Theatre. Savanna Nights at Zoo Atlanta. T. Rex exhibit at Fernbank.
  • discoveratlanta.comSports note: Atlanta Braves are away vs. Baltimore, so no home game.

Serial Killer Exhibit

Serial Killer exhibit in Atlanta

This weekend, check out the Serial Killer exhibit in Atlanta. Get tickets.

Trolley Ride Through Atlanta

Things to do in Atlanta: Peachtree Trolley

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, July 25, 2026

  • 16th Annual Atlanta Ice Cream Festival at Piedmont Park (Charles Allen Gate) — The big one! Sample scoops from local vendors, enjoy live music, family activities, and park vibes. Perfect summer Saturday.
  • My Dead Cat Rhonda sketch comedy (ongoing run starts). Spirit of 1976 celebration at Hapeville Depot. Pulp to Paper workshop options.
  • Ongoing favorites: Ice Cream Festival overlaps with the Serial Killer Exhibition, Spamalot, Zoo Atlanta Savanna Nights, and more.
  • Family-friendly picks: LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta, Fernbank Museum’s T. Rex exhibit, or outdoor spots like Piedmont Park if the weather holds.

Atlanta Summer Halal Festival

Summer Halal Festival

The second annual Summer Halal Festival kicks off this weekend in Old Fourth Ward. This is one event you won’t want to miss.

Atlanta Weekend Events: Sunday, July 26, 2026

  • Justine Skye at Center Stage Theater — Intimate set from the rising R&B/pop artist.
  • Pulp to Paper: Handmade Papermaking Workshop — Creative hands-on activity.
  • Wrap up the weekend: Catch the final days of the Serial Killer Exhibition, Spamalot, soccer camps, and museum deals (like Kia owners free at some spots). Relax in Piedmont Park or hit outdoor spots.
  • 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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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 when it comes to summer festivals 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!