Many of us will be watching Super Bowl 2021 from home this February 7th -- which means you'll need a culinary game plan. Fortunately, restaurants all over the metro area are … [Read More...]
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Gibbs Gardens offers BOGO deal for memberships — perfect for friends, couples, or a Valentine gift
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UPDATED! Family-style meals to-go are the best takeout deals for maximum savings
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Free & cheap things to do in metro Atlanta this week, January 25th to 31st
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FREE patterns and tutorials for making BERNIE’S MITTENS from an old sweater (or knit them!)
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Winter Walks: Spectacular water views and a woodland trail at Murphey Candler Park
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DISCOUNTS on meal prep services, including Blue Apron, Hello Fresh, Home Chef, and more
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FREE: The Marietta Square Artisan Market opens for the 2021 season

Super Bowl takeout specials — pre-order in advance for pickup

It’s a pawty! Red Hare Brewing hosts Pups & Pints this weekend

High Museum: FREE admission on Valentine’s Day, but reserve NOW!

McDonald’s Throwback Thursday: get a shake for 25 cents this week

LAST CALL for a FREE breakfast bagel at Einstein Bros., thru Jan. 31st

FREE: Marietta Beer Bus is back for 2021, runs between 6 breweries on select Saturdays

Gibbs Gardens offers BOGO deal for memberships — perfect for friends, couples, or a Valentine gift

FREE: Emory’s annual “Bach Bowl” concert goes virtual this Super Bowl Sunday

Valentine’s Day 2021: free and cheap things to do, with or without a date

FREE: Drive-thru food pantry at the Cobb Civic Center this Wednesday
today’s events
Thursday, January 28, 2021
Ice Skating at Park Tavern (click for daily hours)
All Day | $0-20.00 | Park Tavern
Applebee's: Add 1 dozen shrimp for $1
All Day | $1.00
National Bagel Day at Einstein Bagels: Free egg sandwich with any app purchase (participating locations only)
All Day | FREE | Multiple Locations
PRISM Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park
5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | FREE | Woodruff Park
5-minute lantern shows at the top of each hour for Lunar New Year
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | FREE | Atlantic Station
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Daily Deals — Your Ticket to Living Well On the Cheap
Browse Atlanta’s best deals from Groupon and Goldstar in the categories below.
SEASONAL activities: Winter On The Cheap
Food & Drink Deals around Metro Atlanta
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.

Super Bowl takeout specials — pre-order in advance for pickup
Many of us will be watching Super Bowl 2021 from home this February 7th -- which means you'll need a culinary game … [Read More...]

It’s a pawty! Red Hare Brewing hosts Pups & Pints this weekend
Red Hare Brewing Company is an independent microbrewery in Marietta. This brewery often hosts special events, and many … [Read More...]

McDonald’s Throwback Thursday: get a shake for 25 cents this week
What’s your favorite memory of McDonald’s? Just about everyone remembers eating at McDonald’s with friends and … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for a FREE breakfast bagel at Einstein Bros., thru Jan. 31st
National Bagel Day is the official date to honor and enjoy the bagel this year. This year, to spread out … [Read More...]

FREE: Marietta Beer Bus is back for 2021, runs between 6 breweries on select Saturdays
Don't drink and drive -- there's a better way! The Marietta Beer Bus is back for 2021! Masks are required to … [Read More...]

FREE: Drive-thru food pantry at the Cobb Civic Center this Wednesday
The Atlanta Community Food Bank is hosting drive-through food pantry events in Cobb County on select Wednesdays. The … [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.

LAST CALL for Festival of Lights drive-thru event at Atlantic Station
UPDATED on 1/3/2021 -- the price has dropped to $25 per car for all remaining dates! It's another drive-through … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for Avalon On Ice, open thru Jan.18th
UPDATED for 2020! At Avalon on Ice, you can take advantage of open-air ice skating at Avalon in … [Read More...]

EXTENDED: Candy Rush drive-thru animated light show, in Marietta
UPDATE! The attraction has been extended through January 24th. Pricing is now $49.95 per vehicle, which … [Read More...]

New Year’s Eve fireworks over Truist Park
Update for 2020 The Battery is NOT holding its huge New Year's Eve Bash in 2020, for obvious reasons. However, … [Read More...]

Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island are open all month long
UPDATED for 2020! The holiday attractions at Lanier Islands are a mix of old favorites and fresh options in … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens, open thru Jan. 4th
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for … [Read More...]

Guided “First Day Hikes” at Georgia State Parks on January 1st and 2nd, 2021
First Day Hikes are a New Year's Day tradition. This info is for First Day Hikes taking place on New … [Read More...]

FREE Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta
Woodruff Park will host the exhibition PRISM: Winter Lights, which will be on display for two months. It is FREE and … [Read More...]

Discounts for “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
Updated for 2020! Looking for general info about visiting the Atlanta Botanical Garden this fall? CLICK HERE. The … [Read More...]

Celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day around metro Atlanta
New Year's Eve is different this year. It's never been a cheap night out, but limited capacity requirements are now … [Read More...]

FREE: Stream “The Nutcracker” ballet thru January 1st
The Nutcracker is a beloved holiday tradition that we've largely missed out on this year, at least in person. Last year … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Stone Mountain Christmas, thru Jan. 3rd
Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to play in the snow this winter? 'Tis the season for Stone Mountain Christmas … [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.

LAST CALL for Festival of Lights drive-thru event at Atlantic Station
UPDATED on 1/3/2021 -- the price has dropped to $25 per car for all remaining dates! It's another drive-through … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for Skate the Station ice rink at Atlantic Station, closing Monday
Skate the Station returns to Atlantic Station, just in time for the 2020 holiday season! This is your chance … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for Avalon On Ice, open thru Jan.18th
UPDATED for 2020! At Avalon on Ice, you can take advantage of open-air ice skating at Avalon in … [Read More...]

DISCOUNTS for a day pass to the Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park, in LaGrange
If you’d like to make your kids very happy, you could take them to Great Wolf Lodge, with a day pass to the indoor water … [Read More...]

Lanier Islands: Lakeside Lights Spectacular & Snow Island are open all month long
UPDATED for 2020! The holiday attractions at Lanier Islands are a mix of old favorites and fresh options in … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens, open thru Jan. 4th
Fantasy in Lights is a beloved holiday tradition at Callaway Gardens each year. The spectacular light display opens for … [Read More...]

105 at-home activities for kids and families (that don’t involve screen time!)
With kids on winter break, you've probably already started hearing that familiar refrain, What can I do? And at some … [Read More...]

LAST CALL for discounted tickets to Stone Mountain Christmas, thru Jan. 3rd
Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to play in the snow this winter? 'Tis the season for Stone Mountain Christmas … [Read More...]