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.

The magical Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade will return to the city this fall after a shocking cancelation in 2025 — hundreds of lanterns, giant puppets, marching bands & more

Thousands of Atlantans were disappointed last year when stormy weather canceled the 15th annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade. But fear not, Atlanta! The Beltline Lantern Parade is coming back this year...

Culture Things to do

Pulitzer Prize-finalist play ‘Mary Jane’ is coming to Atlanta for this weekend only — here’s how you can see it

A finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, 'Mary Jane' is local Atlanta theatre, Moonrise Theatre's, first-ever fully-staged production, and you don't want to miss out! Whether you're looking for the perfect date...

Sports Things to do

A new limited-time Soccer Arcade is coming to Atlanta this June, & they’re hosting a FREE play day

The FIFA World Cup is just around the corner, and Atlanta is transforming into a soccer city! And part of the celebrations include a brand new soccer arcade experience at Immersive Gamebox in Avalon. And...

GDOT reschedules massive I-285 shutdown for this weekend — drivers should expect major delays & heavy traffic

Last weekend, GDOT announced their huge I-285 Westside rebuild program, but later had to postpone the project due to weather. Their newly scheduled dates? This weekend... in other words. Get ready for som...

Culture Music Sports

Future will perform at the U.S.’s Opening Ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, along with other mega stars, including Katy Perry

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner, and Atlanta is gearing up for a summer full of soccer & fun! And now, we've got some huge news about the Opening Ceremony for the tournament. Keep sc...

Decatur will shut down several streets this week for a 3 day film production — here’s what that means for traffic

Beginning today, Monday, May 11th, several streets, parking lots, and sidewalks will be closed off to people for a film production happening in Decatur, GA. If you frequent Decatur, or if you need to driv...

Culture Secret Guides Things to do

7 Lucky Ways To Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day In Atlanta This March

Looking for a fun way to celebrate the most iconic Irish holiday of the year? Atlanta's got tons of fun things to do to celebrate St. Paddy's! From Atlanta's favorite Irish pubs to St. Patrick's Day...

Secret Guides Things to do

28 Amazing Things To Do In Atlanta This April

Spring into an amazing April with these unforgettable things to do in Atlanta! As the days get longer and brighter, we need to add a ton of fun things to our April bucket list! Spring is a time of war...

Escapes Wellness & nature

One of the largest parks in Georgia is a magical state park just 2.5 hours from Atlanta — famous for its thousand-foot deep canyons, sandstone cliffs, wild caves & cascading waterfalls

At Cloudland Canyon State Park, time stands still for just a moment. This escape into nature and away from the hustle and bustle of the city is the perfect spot to stop, catch your breath, and enjoy the s...

Escapes Wellness & nature

The smallest National Forest in the country is a peaceful oasis just 90 minutes from Atlanta — a secret hideaway, perfect for hiking, birdwatching & camping

Tucked away just a short day trip from the city of Atlanta is the smallest National Forest in the country: Tuskegee National Forest. This Alabama gem is the perfect place to go for an escape into nature, s...