Susan Swavely, Author at Secret Atlanta

Susan is proud to be an Atlanta-based writer. Originally from SC, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina with a double B.A. in English and Theatre. When she's not clicking away at a keyboard, Susan loves acting and film.

Game of Thrones’ Queen of the Seven Kingdoms, Lena Headey, is coming to Atlanta this September for the largest popular culture convention in the world — Here’s everything you need to know

Dragon Con, the largest multi-media, pop culture con focusing on sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, comics, lit, art, & film in the world, is a Labor Day staple in the ATL. And this year, they’re pulling out AL...

Culture Food & drink

El Tesoro opens a new location in South Downtown inside an historic 117-year-old building — with margaritas on draft & an official Atlanta United Pub Partnership

If you ask anyone in Atlanta where they want to grab a delicious margarita and some authentic Mexican food, chances are... they're going to say El Tesoro. This ATL staple debuted nearly seven and a half ye...

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Where can I watch the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta? — 9 FIFA World Cup watch parties, screenings & events you’ve gotta check out in Atlanta during this summer

This summer, the FIFA World Cup is taking over North America, and you don't wanna miss out on all the fun! From super fun watch parties to the biggest block parties and events, there's something for...

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The Georgia Aquarium is hosting 2 dazzling Glow Nights ‘After Hours’ parties for the first time ever this summer — stunning acrobatics, glowing decor, late-night exhibit access, & delicious cocktails

If you're looking for a stunning way to explore under the sea right here in the ATL, search no more! This summer, the iconic Georgia Aquarium has launched their one-of-a-kind Glow Nights event, and you do...

Culture Sports

This local Atlanta fashion brand just released the coolest ATL World Cup merch — here’s how you can get your hands on it

The FIFA World Cup is transforming Atlanta into a soccer city this summer, and we're obsessed with all the local love the beautiful game is getting! One Atlanta brand, 9200 Apparel, is showing OUT with th...

A brand new 9,240 sq. ft. Trader Joe’s will open tomorrow in Metro Atlanta — Everything you need to know about the Grand Opening celebration

Big news for Trader Joe's lovers in the ATL! The newest Metro Atlanta location is opening up TOMORROW, and we couldn't be more excited! Keep scrolling to learn all about the newest Atlanta Trader Joe's. ...

Escapes Things to do

The biggest outlet shopping event of the year is bringing tons of amazing deals to North Georgia this weekend — 140+ retailers, exclusive prizes, & stunning deals

National Outlet Shopping Day® is returning to North Georgia Premium Outlets this weekend, and you've gotta check out all these amazing deals! Back and bigger than ever, the four-daysavings event brings sho...

Culture Sports Things to do

Atlanta’s massive free FIFA Fan Festival begins this week at Centennial Olympic Park — with performances by CeeLo Green, Ludacris, Killer Mike and others, FIFA match screenings, tons of FIFA merch & more

Get ready Atlanta! The FIFA World Cup is just hours away, and we can't wait for all the fun this summer! With a fun new FIFA festivity around just about every corner, there's something for everyone to enj...

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The World’s Largest Father’s Day Weekend Celebration is happening in Piedmont Park this June — during the 2026 Atlanta Juneteenth Parade & Music Festival

There's so much going on in the ATL this June, and you don't want to miss out on any of it! And one of the biggest celebrations in Atlanta this June is definitely the official Atlanta Juneteenth Parade &a...

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The CTR is opening this weekend in Downtown Atlanta with a massive free celebration — Huge World Cup watch parties, free custom bandanas, branded fan merch & more

We've got huge news for ya, Atlanta. The CTR, which is taking over the former CNN Center in Downtown Atlanta is finally set to open this week... and you don't wanna miss out on all the fun. This “do-ev...