Things to Do

Bored? Out of Ideas for Things to Do during the Crisis? Here's our suggestion - take a look at the 5 Things to Do list which are our recommendations for today's events. Not seeing what you want? Take a look at our more extensive list of today's events. We're in the process of updating listings in a new COVID-19 friendly event fashion. Still not feeling it? See our suggestions below for ongoing events. Looking for cool things to do without laying out any dollars? Try our list of free things to do. If you are looking for events at the neighborhood level, take a look at our What's Going On to get the best local information available. See all of our COVID coverage here.

5 Things To Do Today in an Attempt to Stay Safe during the Coronavirus Pandemic

The Life of Jewish Politician Morris Abram

Thursday February 25, 2021 10:30 am EST 02/25/2021 10:30 am

The Breman Museum Cost: $10

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Best End and Ghost Coast Come Together

Thursday February 25, 2021 06:30 pm EST 02/25/2021 6:30 pm

Best End Brewing Company Cost: $60

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Documentary Film Screening with Q&A: "Stateless" by Michèle Stephenson

Thursday February 25, 2021 06:30 pm EST 02/25/2021 6:30 pm

Online Event Cost: Free

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Southern Fried Writers

Thursday February 25, 2021 07:00 pm EST 02/25/2021 7:00 pm

Manuel's Tavern Cost: Free

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Civic Dinners: Belonging

Thursday February 25, 2021 07:00 pm EST 02/25/2021 7:00 pm

Online Event Cost: Registration Required

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Things to Do During a Pandemic

Best Places to Order a Takeout Meal and Have a Picnic in Atlanta Article

Monday May 18, 2020 12:28 pm EDT 05/18/2020 12:28 pm

A small sampling of local restaurants offering takeout picnic fare plus where you can go to injest your picnic goodies | more...

Atlanta Attractions

Where to go with family and friends in Atlanta Article

Wednesday October 23, 2019 10:45 am EDT 10/23/2019 10:45 am

Explore these must-visit attractions in the metro Atlanta area | more...

History and Science Museums in Atlanta Article

Wednesday October 23, 2019 02:18 pm EDT 10/23/2019 2:18 pm

Explore the topics of history, science and more at these museums | more...

Atlanta's surviving hip-hop haunts Article

Monday October 21, 2019 03:08 pm EDT 10/21/2019 3:08 pm

Explore these rap-related cultural landmarks in Atlanta | more...

5 cemeteries where you can explore Atlanta's Southern Gothic history Article

Monday October 21, 2019 03:26 pm EDT 10/21/2019 3:26 pm

Explore the history and mystery of these cultural landmark cemeteries. | more...

10 history lessons you'll find in Atlanta Article

Saturday December 26, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/26/2020 4:00 am

Educational landmarks from the museum to the grave | more...

9 essential Downtown haunts Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

You can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares' | more...

12 primo ATL people-watching spots Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

Where to go in the A for the best introverted entertainment | more...

13 grown-up ATL field trips Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

ITP and OTP museums that will help you rediscover your inner child | more...

14 kid-friendly mainstays Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

Atlanta has heaps of family-approved ways to spend the day | more...

5 places to be a kid again Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

Let your inner child run wild at these grown-up ATL adventure spots | more...

8 reasons to go West(side) Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

The Westside boasts glossy art galleries and gritty performance spaces alike | more...

9 family adventures Article

Monday December 28, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/28/2020 4:00 am

More incentive to grab the kids and get the hell outta your house | more...

Amicalola Falls. Photo credit: Courtesy of Amicalola Falls State Park

Roadside attractions Article

Wednesday May 19, 2010 04:00 am EDT 05/19/2010 4:00 am

Haunted hills, a literary farm and rock 'n' roll | more...

Explore Arts & Culture

Fall Arts Preview 2019: Theater Article

Friday August 2, 2019 09:36 pm EDT 08/02/2019 9:36 pm

Onstage and off, with actors and puppets, dealing in reality and escape | more...

Fall Arts Preview 2019: Visual Arts Article

Saturday August 3, 2019 11:49 pm EDT 08/03/2019 11:49 pm

Galleries and gatherings, plastic and static, memories and narratives | more...

Fall Arts Preview 2019: Dance Article

Monday August 5, 2019 12:51 pm EDT 08/05/2019 12:51 pm

Interpretative and ritual, modern and folk, ballet and bharatanatyam | more...

Where to watch a movie in Atlanta Article

Thursday October 17, 2019 01:43 pm EDT 10/17/2019 1:43 pm

Explore movie theaters for every film lover with everything from Oscar winners to cult classics on the big screen. | more...

Museums for the Visual Arts in Atlanta Article

Wednesday October 23, 2019 12:13 pm EDT 10/23/2019 12:13 pm

Explore the works of the greats like Van Gogh, Monet, or Picasso and discover the modern photographic works of 20th century photographers and artists ... | more...

Explore Annual Festivals

Imagine Music Festival Article

Friday September 17, 2021 12:00 pm EDT 09/17/2021 12:00 pm

Browse the Imagine Music Festival schedule as well as recommendations. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to the event. | more...

Comic Con 2021 Article

Friday August 6, 2021 12:00 pm EDT 08/06/2021 12:00 pm

Comic Con will take place on August 8-8, 2021 | more...

Shaky Beats Music Festival Article

Friday May 7, 2021 02:54 pm EDT 05/07/2021 2:54 pm

Shaky Beats will not return in 2020. The 2021 Dates TBA. | more...

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Sweetwater 420 Fest Article

Friday April 23, 2021 12:00 am EDT 04/23/2021 12:00 am

The 2020 Sweetwater 420 Festival was postponed to April 23-25, 2021. All previous purchases are still 100% honored and valid for the 2021 postponement... | more...

Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2021 Article

Friday April 9, 2021 12:00 pm EDT 04/09/2021 12:00 pm

The Dogwood Festival will take place April 9-11, 2021 | more...

Inman Park Festival Article

Thursday April 1, 2021 12:00 pm EDT 04/01/2021 12:00 pm

This year's Inman Park Festival has been cancelled. 2021 Event Date TBA. | more...

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MLK Day Article

Monday January 18, 2021 12:00 am EST 01/18/2021 12:00 am

Browse MLK Day events as well as recommendations for the hottest events and parades. CL's critics & readers weigh in on the definitive guide to MLK Da... | more...

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Peachtree Road Race Article

Thursday November 26, 2020 12:00 am EST 11/26/2020 12:00 am

The Peachtree Road Race has gone virtual and is postponed November 26, 2020 - Thanksgiving Day. Browse the Peachtree Road Race schedule as well as rec... | more...

Explore Food & Drink

4 places to self-medicate with chocolate Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

Where to get your cocoa fix in Atlanta | more...

10 reasons to skip the grocery store Article

Thursday January 7, 2021 04:00 am EST 01/07/2021 4:00 am

Ditch the big-box chains and support your local farmers and entrepreneurs | more...

3 places to fill your growler Article

Thursday January 7, 2021 04:00 am EST 01/07/2021 4:00 am

Fresh booze for the big bottles | more...

Explore Nightlife

15 patios great for beer-drinking in Atlanta Article

Wednesday May 6, 2015 04:00 am EDT 05/06/2015 4:00 am

Where to sip brews and get some fresh air at the same damn time | more...

11 Places to drink whiskey in Atlanta Article

Wednesday October 16, 2019 04:50 pm EDT 10/16/2019 4:50 pm

Where to go when you want to drink the good stuff | more...

Where to view comedy in Atlanta Article

Thursday October 17, 2019 01:26 pm EDT 10/17/2019 1:26 pm

Explore locations for viewing comedy and get your laugh on! | more...

Where to find quality music in Atlanta Article

Friday October 18, 2019 01:02 pm EDT 10/18/2019 1:02 pm

Local clubs for those discerning ears | more...

Where to listen to music on a weeknight in Atlanta Article

Monday October 21, 2019 01:40 pm EDT 10/21/2019 1:40 pm

Go where the locals go | more...

Where to dance and get your swerve on in Atlanta Article

Monday October 21, 2019 02:40 pm EDT 10/21/2019 2:40 pm

Atlanta clubs offering weekend dance parties featuring a selection of local DJ's. | more...

Where to listen to the blues in Atlanta Article

Tuesday October 22, 2019 11:09 am EDT 10/22/2019 11:09 am

Explore these clubs and bars that showcase blues music along with the occasional smattering of jazz | more...

Where to listen to live music outdoors in Atlanta Article

Tuesday October 22, 2019 11:20 am EDT 10/22/2019 11:20 am

Explore these music venues that remind you how much you love the great outdoors | more...

Explore Outdoor Activities

5 cemeteries where you can explore Atlanta's Southern Gothic history Article

Monday October 21, 2019 03:26 pm EDT 10/21/2019 3:26 pm

Explore the history and mystery of these cultural landmark cemeteries. | more...

15 ways to spend the day outdoors Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

From hiking trails to nature preserves, it's time to leave the house | more...

18 places to bask in Atlanta's greenery Article

Sunday December 27, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/27/2020 4:00 am

The city in the forest' keeps its tree canopy on fleek | more...

7 excuses to let dog be your copilot Article

Monday December 28, 2020 04:00 am EST 12/28/2020 4:00 am

Scope these pooch-friendly spots | more...

Ten great camping escapes Article

Saturday January 2, 2021 02:11 pm EST 01/02/2021 2:11 pm

Regional campgrounds offer a 'safe' place to leave the world behind | more...

Where to hike ITP in Atlanta Article

Saturday January 2, 2021 03:39 pm EST 01/02/2021 3:39 pm

Explore the outdoors and commune with nature without leaving town | more...

What's Going On

EAST ATLANTA: 529 opens the door to new music in Atlanta. CL Archive Photo.

Things to Do in East Atlanta Village Article

Tuesday January 1, 2019 06:18 pm EST 01/01/2019 6:18 pm

Browse what's going on in East Atlanta with our comprehensive calendar of events. Find things to do by neighborhood, what's going on today, tomorrow &... | more...

Things to Do in Old Fourth Ward Article

Sunday October 13, 2019 04:14 pm EDT 10/13/2019 4:14 pm

Browse what's going on in Old Fourth Ward (O4W) with our comprehensive calendar of events. Find things to do by neighborhood, what's going on today, t... | more...

Things to Do on Edgewood Ave - Sweet Auburn Article

Friday December 25, 2020 03:31 pm EST 12/25/2020 3:31 pm

Browse what's going on in Edgewood Ave/Sweet Auburn with our comprehensive calendar of events. Find things to do by neighborhood, what's going on toda... | more...