ATLANTA — Here is a look at some of the upcoming events in the Atlanta area.
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Enchanted Trees at Alice’s Wonderland at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Your beloved Alice returns to the Garden, along with all her whackadoo friends from last year’s Wonderland of giant plant sculptures, including White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat and the Queen of Hearts. But wait! Something more’s amiss. While strolling the Garden, don’t be surprised to find your face dappled with reflective colors from the ethereal Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics. The 10 tree sculptures covered with dazzling acrylic leaves cast reflective, shifting colors on everything around them! Lest you be late, choose your “very important date.”
Now-May 25
The Tony Award–winning musical comedy will bring heart, humor and more corn puns than anyone could ever imagine to Atlanta. The story about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County hasmade Broadway history with a message of community, resilience and openness that resonates far beyond the theater.
May 22-25
MomoCon is a multi-genre convention for fans of all ages, celebrating costuming, comics, gaming, music, visual arts and voice acting. This year marks 20 years of MomoCon in Atlanta. More than 60,000 attendees are expected in Atlanta for a weekend of cosplay, animation, gaming, and music.
May 23
The Alpharetta Concert Series is hosted by the Alpharetta Rotary Club and features live music on Fridays at 6 p.m. Guests are invited to bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs and unwind on the Town Green for an evening of great music and community spirit. Jessie Albright and Sawgrass Blues play May 23.
Six Flags opens daily starting Friday, May 23.
May 23-June 22
Laughs in Spanish at Horizon Theatre Company
Part telenovela, part whodunnit, Laughs in Spanish comes to Horizon Theatre May 23 – June 22. High-stakes Art Basel is about to begin in Miami, and the art has vanished from Mariana’s trendy modern art gallery! Chaos erupts—and so does laughter— in this fast-paced comedy.
May 24
The 21-and-up event will feature samples from more than 35 of Georgia’s top breweries and cideries, with nearly 100 individual samples; live music at venues throughout the Zoo; evening wildlife viewing until dusk; and special Keeper Talks. Guests will also enjoy classic yard games and complimentary rides on the Endangered Species Carousel.
Shipwreck Party at Lanier Islands
AHOY MATEYS! It’s Time to Party Like a Pirate!Kick off summer island-style at the Shipwreck Party at Lanier Islands—a high-seas celebration packed with live music, food, drinks, games, and more!
May 24-25
Alpharetta Arts Streetfest features more than 100 artists from across the U.S. At this festival, art enthusiasts can stroll through the outdoor gallery, meet the artists and acquire a piece of original whimsical art. Festival eats and drinks will be available at the Alpharetta Arts Streetfest.
May 24-26
Atlanta Jazz Festival is regarded as one of the largest FREE jazz festivals in the country. An annual celebration of the music, culture and art of jazz begins in April and culminates each Memorial Day weekend, with an outdoor festival featuring jazz artists from all over the world.
Pirate Invasion Weekend at Georgia Renaissance Festival
AARRRR, MATEYS! The Georgia Renaissance Festival is open all three days this weekend. Drop anchor in the Village of Newcastle and discover delicious food and drink, artisan-made treasures, and rollicking good entertainment! It’s three days full of fun piratical hijinks!
May 25
Daybreaker sunrise dance party
Daybreaker began with a simple idea: to build community through joy, movement, and intention—without alcohol or nightlife culture. Now, they’re hitting the road for their biggest tour yet—the “Have Fun, Be Nice” Tour—a global, 100+ stop campaign to reclaim mornings as a space for play, purpose, and real connection. Offering early-morning dance parties powered by music, breathwork, and celebration—completely alcohol-free—they are meeting a cultural moment marked by deep social disconnection, political polarization, artificial intelligence, and the rising need for intentional community.
May 27
4th anniversary party at Fairway Social
The Alpharetta attraction is offering one hour of free bay play and free Back Nine Play all day to celebrate the milestone!
May 28-June 8
Since 2012, Atlanta Fringe has curated an annual festival featuring live theatre, dance, comedy, storytelling, puppetry, and more from all over the world, creating an artist-first atmosphere of collaboration and joy.
May 30
The Renaissance Orchestra is a groundbreaking musical collective that blends classical instrumentation with the pulse of modern production and what you end up with is a sound as much rooted in tradition as it is radically redefined and new.
May 31
Jazz, Blues & BBQ Summer Concert
Get ready for a fun-filled evening of live music, delicious BBQ, and great company. Head to Suwanee Town Center for a night to remember with The Edwin Williams Experience & Grupo Mazacote.
May 31-June 1
Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival
The Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival at the Historic Fourth Ward Park is a two-day celebration of community and tradition presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, for people of all ages, customs and interests. The Festival is a major celebration of the arts while honoring the rich history of the community.
June 5-7
Helen to the Atlantic Balloon Race & Festival
The South’s oldest balloon event and the United States’ only long-distance hot air balloon race will begin (weather permitting) with a mass ascension of around 25 bright and colorful hot air balloons, in North Georgia’s Alpine Village - Helen. Race competitors and local flyers will take to the sky at 7:00 am, Thursday, June 5.
June 7
The Ramshackle Festivalis returning to downtown Clayton, Georgia, promising another incredible day of live music, local vendors, and community fun! Organized by the Clayton Merchants and Business Association (CMBA), this event brings together music lovers, artisans, and local businesses for an unforgettable experience.
JuneFest at Gainesville Botanical Garden
Enjoy a fun-filled day for the entire family with a deejay, educational booths, local vendors, kids’ activities and an artist-led tour of the exhibitForest Forms: Woodland Wonders.
June 14
Bourbon Bash at the Fox Theatre
Guests can look forward to sampling 30 bourbons and whiskies from more than 10 top distilleries, enjoying bourbon-inspired bites and casting their vote for the standout whiskey of the day.
June 15
Father’s Day BBQ & Brews on the Sky Terrace Lawn
This Father’s Day, treat dad to a feast of Epicurean proportions with a bottomless barbeque on Epicurean Atlanta’s 9th level sky terrace lawn from 1-5pm! Enjoy dozens of delicious menu selections from our chef action stations featuring Epicurean Atlanta’s trio of restaurants – Reverence, The Office Bar, and Aerial Kitchen & Bar! Eat, drink, and enjoy fun lawn games with dad, while taking in the city views atop our 9th level sky terrace!
June 18
Usher Bobblehead at Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves will pay tribute to the Atlanta icon and eight-time GRAMMY award-winning artist and storyteller USHER on Wednesday, June 18, with an USHER Bobblehead gate giveaway and celebration at Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta as the team takes on the New York Mets. This night will feature an array of special activations that will honor USHER’s worldwide cultural and societal impact on the entertainment industry and beyond.
June 20-22
Each summer, downtown Athens, Georgia—birthplace of R.E.M., The B-52s and Drive-By Truckers—buzzes with energy as AthFest Music & Arts Festival takes over the streets. This free, three-day celebration showcases the city’s rich creative spirit with a dynamic mix of music, art, food and community.
Now - May 25
Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Center for Puppetry Arts
Catch a performance of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat, over at the Center for Puppetry Arts.
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