Free things to do in Atlanta! Stay busy without depleting your wallet, with our listing of free and cheap events happening around metro Atlanta all weekend long. Please … [Read More...]
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80+ fall festivals & fairs around metro Atlanta: Fun things to do in Sept., Oct., and Nov.
The best fall festivals in Atlanta in 2024 -- including state fairs, county fairs, carnivals, harvest celebrations, arts and music festivals, and more! Fall festival … [Read More...]
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Free & cheap things to do this week in Atlanta and suburbs
Free things to do in Atlanta! Once again, we present to you our eclectic assortment of FREE & CHEAP events around town. Make sure to click on each link for … [Read More...]
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There’s a rare Blue Super Moon coming: When & where to view it this week
On Monday, August 19th, the full moon will shine brightly in the Atlanta skies. It will be a Super Moon, which is perfect for amateur sky-gazers to enjoy -- because you can't miss … [Read More...]
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Things to do on Labor Day Weekend in Atlanta
Labor Day Weekend 2024 will feature many of the usual festivals, events, and traditions that we're used to in Atlanta and the extended metro area. We're highlighting a few of the … [Read More...]
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The classic Lasershow returns to Stone Mountain for Labor Day Weekend — and it’s FREE!
Breaking news! Stone Mountain Park is bringing back the classic version of the Lasershow that you remember from the '80s and '90s! It will run for four nights only, over Labor … [Read More...]
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UPDATED! The best summer festivals in Atlanta — things to do in August and Labor Day weekend
Summer Festivals 2024 These are the best summer festivals in Atlanta and suburbs -- from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The sizzling summertime heat is … [Read More...]
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August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
Welcome to August! It's back-to-school time, but there are still plenty of outdoor concerts and movies, free splash pads, and even some indoor events for those sweltering August … [Read More...]
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Our guide to free outdoor concerts in 2024 — enjoy a musical interlude!
Outdoor spring and summer concerts are back in 2024! No matter where you are in metro Atlanta, you can find FREE music this summer. This is a rolling, day-by-day list … [Read More...]
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North Georgia State Fair: Buy a Pay-One-Price ride ticket now for just $23.95
FREE admission and $25 unlimited rides on opening day, Thursday, Sept. 19th!NEW! Get an advance purchase Pay-One-Price ride ticket for just $23.95 before Sept. 18th!Details … [Read More...]
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5 film programs offering family-friendly movies for $1 to $3 this summer
Ah, summer vacation! You have to keep the kids busy and entertained, even when the Georgia heat and humidity makes it unpleasant to be outdoors. And that's when an air-conditioned … [Read More...]
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Stone Mountain Park: get an Attractions Pass for HALF PRICE
Get half-off Attractions Passes, PLUS a FREE Pre-K pass for little kids. Details below! Stone Mountain is never a cheap proposition for families. Whenever there are ways to … [Read More...]
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Lowe’s: Sign up now to receive a FREE flowering plant for your fall garden
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Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays at Blackburn Park this week
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How to get FREE “You Are Beautiful” stickers to share with friends & family
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Subway’s new deal: Get any footlong sub for just $6.99 for two weeks only
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It’s time for the Wednesday Wind Down concert in East Point — season finale
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FREE Movie Mondays at Norcross Cultural Center: “Barbie” is up next
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Krispy Kreme launches football season with the Kickoff Collection of NEW doughnuts
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Colony Kids on the Square: FREE activities for children this Tuesday
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Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night and Lantern Parade this Saturday
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Free! Bring your pets to the Blessing of the Animals at Sandy Springs Methodist
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FREE drive-thru pet food pantry for Dekalb County residents on 4th Fridays
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35+ Trick-or-Treat events in Atlanta & the suburbs
Skip the door-knocking and traffic-dodging. These events take place at malls, churches, and other safe spots. Some are Trunk-or-Treat events. They run from October 16th through Halloween. Click to view.
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When it's time for dining out on the cheap, check out these discounts and freebies. This section updates automatically as new posts are added.
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Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays at Blackburn Park this week
Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays is back for the 2024 season! This year, it is a monthly (rather than weekly) event, … [Read More...]
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Subway’s new deal: Get any footlong sub for just $6.99 for two weeks only
Subway is offering a first-of-its-kind deal for a limited time! From August 16th through September 8th, 2024, you can … [Read More...]
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Krispy Kreme launches football season with the Kickoff Collection of NEW doughnuts
Krispy Kreme is partnering with Dr. Pepper to kick off football season with a new line of doughnuts! Starting Friday, … [Read More...]
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Flying Biscuit Cafe: Kids can now eat FREE on weekdays with adult entree purchase
Flying Biscuit Cafe has just announced a new Kids Eat Free promotion. The offer is valid on weekdays only, … [Read More...]
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Get free fries every Friday in 2024 at McDonalds, with $1 purchase
Fry fans can get FREE medium fries with any purchase of $1 or more on every Friday in 2024! You can buy a beverage or … [Read More...]
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Goldberg’s Deli: Donate a children’s book & get a free bagel with cream cheese
Goldbergs Fine Foods is hosting a book drive for kids. All through August, Goldbergs locations will collect donations of … [Read More...]
Family fun in atlanta
Looking for things to do with the kiddos? Check out these upcoming events and current deals! This section updates automatically as new posts are added.
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Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays at Blackburn Park this week
Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays is back for the 2024 season! This year, it is a monthly (rather than weekly) event, … [Read More...]
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Colony Kids on the Square: FREE activities for children this Tuesday
Colony Square invites kids and parents to enjoy Colony Kids, a recurring monthly playdate in 2024. Events take place … [Read More...]
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Mall of Georgia hosts Movies Under the Stars: “Shrek” plays this Saturday
It's family fun time at the Mall of Georgia this summer. On select Saturday nights, you can bring your blanket or lawn … [Read More...]
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Flying Biscuit Cafe: Kids can now eat FREE on weekdays with adult entree purchase
Flying Biscuit Cafe has just announced a new Kids Eat Free promotion. The offer is valid on weekdays only, … [Read More...]
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Marcus Theatres’ Kids Dream Film Series: Get $3 tickets to see “Wonder Park” in the theater this week
Marcus Theatres is hosting its Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series again in 2024. The kid-friendly films will run for … [Read More...]
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Patagonia hosts Kids Clothing Swap on Saturday — bring your items and take home some items
Patagonia, a retailer of athletic clothing and equipment, will host a Kids Clothing Swap at its Krog Street location on … [Read More...]
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Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day this Saturday
Marietta History Center hosts FREE family fun days on third Saturdays The Marietta History Center hosts a Family … [Read More...]
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Decatur Screen on the Square: “Space Jam” is up this Friday, with FREE popcorn
Get ready for a reel good time on the square in downtown Decatur! The Screen on the Square Movie Series features … [Read More...]
Holiday Fun in Atlanta
'Tis the season! Catch the holiday spirit with these events, activities, and discounts. This section updates automatically as new posts are added.
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Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day this Saturday
Marietta History Center hosts FREE family fun days on third Saturdays The Marietta History Center hosts a Family … [Read More...]
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FREE: Get a look behind the scenes at the Tiny Doors Studio Open House this Saturday
Head to Atlantic Station for a behind-the-scenes peek at the iconic public art project known as Tiny Doors ATL. This … [Read More...]
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“Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden — Save with Value Night pricing
The Atlanta Botanical Garden is once again presenting Garden Lights, Holiday Nights for the 2023 holiday … [Read More...]
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LAST CALL for Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland drive-thru light show
Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland, in partnership with Cobb County Parks, makes its grand debut at Jim R Miller Park and … [Read More...]
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Wendy’s: Get FREE Junior Frostys for all of 2024, when you buy a $3 keychain tag
Want to get a FREE Jr. Frosty at Wendy’s throughout 2023? All you have to do is purchase a cool Frosty Keychain Tag for … [Read More...]
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The best places to see holiday lights in metro Atlanta — including many FREE spectacular displays!
Best holiday lights near me, where to see christmas lights for free Atlantans love their holiday lights! Whether … [Read More...]
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Best ways to celebrate Kwanzaa, at one of these local events or at home with family
Kwanzaa is a week-long festival that takes place from December 26th to January 1st. It is a time for reflection, … [Read More...]
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FREE New Year’s Eve Bash at The Battery — including an “early innings” bash for the kids
The Battery Atlanta will celebrate the New Year in style as 2023 fades into 2024, with its annual New Year’s Eve Bash. … [Read More...]
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8 family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve and extra-early NYE celebrations for kids
Want to ring in the new year with your entire family, without busting the kids' bedtime routine? Consider one of these … [Read More...]
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Head to the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl Parade in downtown Atlanta — plus FanFest before the game!
It's almost time for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl! Ole Miss will play against Penn State in 2023. Whether … [Read More...]
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Frosty Fun in Duluth features a FREE Noon Years Eve party with balloon drop
Duluth launches Frosty Fun -- 21 days of amazing & FREE winter activities for all ages There will be a flurry … [Read More...]
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Things to do on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day — that don’t involve drinking!
If you want to avoid crowds and aren't especially interested in a night of wild drinking, read on for some ideas of how … [Read More...]