ATLANTA — Here is a look at some of the upcoming events in the Atlanta area.
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Feb. 27-Mar. 1
The Atlanta Rare Book Fair will debut at the Turner Lynch Campus Center Oglethorpe University. The fair will bring together two dozen booksellers from around the country, who will bring thousands of books, maps, historic documents and ephemera. There will be items to fit every budget.
Feb. 27
From 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., the night market-style event will feature 60+ halal food vendors, an artisan market, cultural activations, and a dedicated kids’ area across indoor and outdoor spaces. Rooted in the traditions of Ramadan but open and welcoming to all, the festival invites guests of every background to experience an evening centered around food, culture, and community.
Feb. 28
Atlanta’s Favorite Smoked Meat Onslaught is back. This is the 14th Annual PORK-O-RAMA in Atlantic Station. Enjoy all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbeque, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, and Smoked Beasts! It’s a great day of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, cigar smokin’, and barbeque eatin’.
Festival Kicks off in Downtown Kirkwood which includes live music, SweetWater beer, Lanta Gras , Food Trucks and special NOLA Restaurant items and Bands at Home Bar and Arden’s Garden SweetWater Stage!
HamJam is a fan-created festival inspired by the Broadway phenomenon Hamilton: The Musical. Join fellow fans for a weekend of music, art, performances, cosplay, workshops, and more — all celebrating the culture, creativity, and community behind the show.
Feb. 28-Mar. 15
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will play for a two-week engagement at the Fox Theatre as part of the 2025/2026 Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season.
Mar. 1
Caffeine & Octane is a nationally recognized all makes, all models car show that attracts over 2,500 vehicles and 30,000+ fans at every event. Head to the Town Center at Cobb for this free event.
Chili for the Children heads to Dunwoody Village, bringing together local chefs, community leaders and supporters for an afternoon of chili tastings, live music, raffles and a silent auction — all benefiting Make-A-Wish Georgia.
Mar. 5-8
The Georgia Ballet Presents the Wizard of Oz
The Georgia Ballet presents a fresh take on the beloved story, full of heart, adventure and ballet magic for all ages.
Mar. 6
Kick off your weekend with a night of hilarious, clean-ish comedy at Funny Fridays, hosted by Atlanta’s award-winning comedian Joel Byars! This high-energy comedy showcase features a rotating cast of top-tier local comics.
Mar. 6-7
Sip and Swine’s mission is two-fold: to showcase and promote the appreciation of competition BBQ in a fun-filled festival environment and to give back to our community by donating all of the proceeds to support homeless children and their mothers at Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter.
Mar. 7
A Walk Through Time in Georgia
Experience the story of Georgia’s natural history and the development of our planet as you explore the sights and sounds of the state’s main geographic regions. Your journey begins in the Piedmont, the region in Georgia with the oldest rocks, and ends at the Coast and Barrier Islands, Georgia’s youngest region. Along the way, you will encounter an amazing array of animals and plants and learn more about the geographical regions these creatures call home.
A new festival held each March in historic Marietta Square, The Gathering is a celebration of the Greek community, pop culture and the arts. The family-friendly festival will include a Guild Show, a collection of art makers, crafters, as well as panels, performances and contests.
Mar. 7-21
Science lovers, rejoice! The schedule for the Atlanta Science Festival is live! With almost 150 events happening across 80+ venues in and around metro Atlanta.
Mar. 11
Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars
Step into the world of Swan Lake – a story of love, magic and triumph, brought to life through the powerful choreography of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score.
Mar. 12
Collab dinner with 3 of of Atlanta’s MICHELIN-recognized restaurants
The menu (to come) will highlight the collective creativity, flavors and craft of Chef Karl Gorline of Avize, Chefs Aaron Phillips and Austin Goetzman of Lazy Betty, and Chef Nicolas Grosse of Atlas. Wine pairings will be available and served by Taurean Philpott, Avize’s co-founder, director of beverage & hospitality and sommelier, and Gracie Barwick, Lazy Betty’s wine director and sommelier.
Mar. 13
Midtown St. Paddy’s Block Party
This high-energy event will welcome thousands of revelers for the ultimate Irish celebration, right in the heart of Midtown. Dubbed “Atlanta’s Largest St. Paddy’s Event” year after year, the block party grants attendees exclusive, cover-free access to over 30 of Midtown’s top bars, clubs, and restaurants. Guests will immerse themselves in a vibrant, neighborhood-wide atmosphere featuring live DJs, mouth-watering Irish food favorites, and exclusive drink specials designed to keep spirits high all night long.
Sham-ROCK the night away in The Plaza with special performances, live music, Irish flair & of course, green beer!
Girl Scout Cookie & Wine Pairing
A playful yet polished tasting experience pairing iconic Girl Scout Cookies with curated wine selections. Guests will enjoy a guided exploration of five cookie varieties matched with five complementary wines, highlighting how sweetness, texture and flavor interact in unexpected ways. The evening blends nostalgia and indulgence in a lively, social setting. Cost is $55 per person
Mar. 13-16
Cirque Italia-Water Circus Atlantis
From the magic of water stages to the thrills of the paranormal, Cirque Italia transforms each city into a celebration of art, emotion, and wonder, redefining entertainment with unforgettable experiences at every stop.
Mar. 13-Apr. 19
LuminoCity Dino Safari Festival
The LuminoCity Dino Safari will cover a 100,000+ square-foot pop-up experience that transforms the parking lot at the Mall of Georgia into a glowing prehistoric world where life-sized dinosaurs roar, illuminated tunnels transport guests through time, and interactive attractions keep families exploring for hours.
Opens Mar. 14
Wander through a kaleidoscope of wonder with Flight of Butterflies, an outdoor exhibit that combines nature, art and storytelling through a showcase of 25 striking butterfly sculptures that line the paths of WildWoods. Each artistic piece stands over seven feet tall and is created as a testament to the artists’ connection with nature, embodying themes of metamorphosis and evolution with the hope of inspiring others to be a champion of nature.
Mar. 14
Atlanta’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
It’s aim is to connect Irish-born and Irish American professionals and those who have an interest in Ireland within the Atlanta metro and surrounding areas; to promote other Irish organizations, especially those organizations with charitable status.
Art Festival at The Battery Atlanta
The Art Festival at The Battery Atlanta is a community art event showcasing local artists and interactive creative experiences. Attendees can explore artwork and meet the artists, and shop for unique pieces from participating vendors.
Mar. 16
The Atlanta Hawks announced a special one-night collaboration to celebrate the city’s iconic cultural institution Magic City during the team’s home game against Orlando on Monday, March 16. As part of this celebration, the Hawks have worked with Magic City to bring the ‘best of’ the phenomena for fans in attendance at the award-winning State Farm Arena.
Mar. 21
The Hapeville Butterfly Lantern Parade is lighting up downtown! Join Chantelle Rytter and the Krewe of Grateful Gluttons, the Seed and Feed Marching Abominables, and Hapeville Main Street for the 5th annual event.
The Mimms Museum of Technology and Art (Mimms Museum), a nonprofit metro Atlanta attraction that is home to one of the world’s largest collections of digital-era artifacts and rotating art exhibits, will host its fifth annual BYTE fundraising gala. BYTE26 will feature a chef-curated dinner, inventive cocktails, live and silent auctions and musical entertainment. The evening will mark the official unveiling of iNSPIRE: Fifty Years of Innovation from Apple, with attendees getting an exclusive first look at the museum’s anticipated landmark exhibition.
Mar. 21-22
Known as one of North Georgia’s largest free outdoor festivals, Wing & Rock combines live entertainment with a culinary competition showcasing dozens of wing vendors and a wide variety of flavors.
Mar. 27-29
Atlanta Braves Home Opening Weekend
The Atlanta Braves go head to head with the Kansas City Royals on opening weekend starting on March 27. First pitch starts at 7: 15 pm, followed by a postgame fireworks show.
Mar. 28
The Lights Fest at Lake Lanier Islands
Welcome to The Lights Fest, where dreams take flight and create a spectacle that will leave you breathless. Prepare to be captivated by the mesmerizing beauty of our enchanting sky lantern event. It’s time to release your worries and let your aspirations soar high above the horizon.
Opening Mar. 3
The new exhibition at the Savoy Museum takes a closer look at several national award-winning cars from the Savoy Collection. A number of these celebrated vehicles will be on display at Savoy for the very first time, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience automotive excellence up close.
Recently opened
Catching the Moon – A Young Girl’s Baseball Dream (Thru Mar. 15)
Synchronicity Theatre brings audiences Catching the Moon - A Young Girl’s Baseball Dream, a spirited and deeply resonant musical inspired by the true story of Toni Stone, the first woman to play professional baseball in the Negro Leagues. Told through the eyes of a determined young girl named Marcenia Stone, the production celebrates ambition, resilience, and the quiet audacity it takes to imagine yourself where you’ve never been invited before.
After attracting thousands of visitors in London, Paris and Berlin,Serial Killer: The Exhibition arrives in the United States for the very first time, opening Saturday, Feb. 7 at Pullman Yards. The American premiere transforms the historic industrial site into a 27,000-square-foot immersive experience that examines the minds, methods and histories of some of the world’s most notorious serial killers.
Travel through Earth’s chilling past in Planet Ice, an immersive exhibition that uncovers the powerful role of ice in shaping our planet. Step back in time to explore how ice has sculpted landscapes and driven remarkable adaptations that allowed life to survive in an unforgiving world.
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