ATLANTA — Here is a look at some of the upcoming events in the Atlanta area.
Now-July 26
The show that set Broadway back 1,000 years...returns! which first galloped onto Broadway in 2005, features a book & lyrics by Eric Idle and music by John Du Prez and Eric Idle. The original Broadway production was nominated for fourteen Tony Awards and won three, including Best Musical.
July 23
Shaeffer’s Oil Summer National Series
Buckle up for flying dirt, roaring engines and edge-of-your-seat action as racecar drivers battle it out under the lights of Senoia Raceway in the Shaeffer’s Oil Summer National Series. From the drop of the green flag to the wave of the checkered, expect high-speed thrills, tight turns and nonstop excitement that’ll have fans of all ages cheering all night long.
July 23-25
Friday night’s celebration includes a showcase of the theatre’s latest and greatest—scripted excerpts, new formats, musical numbers, original sketches—and plenty of unexpected laughs as Dad’s Garage pulls back the curtain, so to speak, to reveal what’s next on the horizon. Stick around after the show to hang out with the Dad’s Garage community of performers, staff and volunteers to celebrate its birthday.
July 24
Hosted by Atlanta comedian Joel Byars, Funny Fridays transforms the Studio Theatre at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center into an intimate comedy club featuring a rotating lineup of comedians and a surprise guest performer. The evening kicks off with a pre-show happy hour before a night of high-energy, clean-ish comedy.
July 24-26
Head to Dahlonega for A Small Town Christmas, a one-of-a-kind, ticketed convention that brings the magic of the holidays to life in July. Inspired by your favorite holiday movies and the warmth of a small town, This festive summer celebration features exclusive appearances by stars from iconic Christmas films! Don’t miss this chance to meet your holiday favorites and step into a storybook celebration you’ll never forget. More guests coming soon!
July 25
John Berry, the Emmy and Grammy Award winning singer songwriter, will bring his celebrated catalog of hits to the historic Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, Ga., on July 25 for two special performances at 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m
The day will be fun-filled with America’s favorite dessert & unique wellness activities. Enjoy America’s favorite dessert, live music, fitness routines, non-food vendors and the highly engaging Wellness Zone.
Join Fernbank for a dino-mite night at the museum specially curated for teens (ages 13-17)! Teens can have fun with their friends while exploring the museum, seeing a film in the Giant Screen Theater and enjoying activities led by our Fernbank educators.
Music in the Garden brings a variety of live musical performances to the Gainesville Garden. Enjoy beautiful acoustics in the Ivester Amphitheater and explore the woodland greenscape during sunset. Plus, don’t miss Wild & Wonderful: Folk Art by Alfred Glover on display with a landscape of whimsical and enchanting flora and fauna.
Guests will enjoy after-hours wildlife viewing; music at select spots in the Zoo; a live animal presentation in the World of Wild Theater; photo ops; and Ask-a-Keeper opportunities. An array of food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Enjoy 2 stages of diversified electronic music genres with great food, beverages, a vibrant vendor market, art, & dancing in Piedmont Park! Hometown producer and DJ Sam Wolfe is among those set to perform.
July 25-26
One of Blairsville’s signature summer traditions featuring local vendors, live music, fresh produce and family-friendly fun in Downtown Blairsville.
July 26
A Dance With Death: Murder Mystery Dinner & Show
This 1950’s prom is a doo wop disaster! When a death on the dance floor makes this prom night a party foul, it is up to you to figure out whodunit and get this dance back on track. Head to Roaring Social in Alpharetta for this murder mystery dinner and show.
July 27
Noah Kahan is bringing The Great Divide Tour to Truist Park on July 27! Joined by Gigi Perez and Annabelle Dinda, this highly anticipatedconcert brings one of today’s most celebrated singer-songwriters to one of baseball’s newest and most beautiful outdoor venues.
July 27-Aug. 1
Buckhead Restaurant Week invites food lovers to explore Atlanta’s top dining establishments, discover new flavors and support local businesses. This exciting annual event is a celebration of the vibrant cuisine and extraordinary talent in the Buckhead community.
July 31-Aug. 2
SFGE is a celebration of all types of gaming including video games, tabletop board games, role-playing games, pinball, and more. Its featured attraction includes over 500 arcade games, pinball machines, and console video games transforming the Cobb Convention Center Atlanta into the ‘Southeast’s Largest Arcade.
Aug. 1
Red Bull Showrun Atlanta storms into the Summerhill neighborhood from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Oracle Red Bull Racing, Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, and Ford performance vehicles will roar down Hank Aaron Drive and Fulton Street, delivering a taste of elite motorsports in the heart of Atlanta.
This salty summer party is back for year four…and better than ever. Wild Heaven is flying in fresh Maryland blue crabs from Harbour House Crabs and pairing them with the iconic jerk chicken and Southern comfort you know and love from EATS. Add in cold drinks, yard games, funky jams and fixins by DJ Rob Lobster, and you’ve got yourself one heck of a summer feast.
Aug. 1-2
One of Children’s Museum of Atlanta’s most recognizable attractions will soon become a memory. The museum will mark the Ball Machine’s farewell with a “Have a Ball Weekend” on Aug. 1-2, giving families one last chance to experience the attraction before construction begins.
Aug. 4
Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie Screening
From the producers of “Portlandia” and “Documentary Now!” comes a new comedy about oddball internet legend Skweezy Jibbs. Join Skweezy as he tackles a new adventure by writing and directing the movie of his dreams; “literally John Wick plus Magic Mike plus Transformers plus The Fast and the Furious.” His disastrous attempt to film is chronicled in this mockumentary, even as he thinks he’s creating the greatest blockbuster ever. The movie screens at AMC Phipps Plaza. Skweezy Jibbs will be in attendance.
Aug. 15-16
The festival will feature approximately 200 artists including painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalworkers, glass blowers, jewelers, and crafters. Free to attend, the event features a lively children’s play area, food and drink options for all tastes, artist demonstrations and a DJ.
Aug. 22
Close out the summer by sampling the latest and greatest beers from some of your favorite regional breweries at the 4th annual Athens Beer Fest, benefiting The Classic Center Cultural Foundation!
Aug. 22-23
A thriving two-day, in-town festival in historic Grant Park, organized by and benefiting the Grant Park Conservancy. The event brings together a variety of regional and local artist, food vendors, and music entertainment.
Aug. 27
The premier culinary event will return to The Hotel at Avalon, where the stylish hotel will transform the ballroom into a high-energy, all-inclusive evening featuring almost 30 Alpharetta-area restaurants along with beverage partners serving unlimited tastings throughout the night. Guests can expect chef-driven bites, decadent desserts, wine, beer, and cocktail tastings, interactive sponsor experiences, and live music
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