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 warming up, growing, and finding the most fun things to do in town… and at Secret Atlanta, we’ve got just the guide for you!
Get ready for the most vibrant activities and things to do, right here in the ATL this April! Keep scrolling to find all the fun things going on in town!
1. Step into a painting at Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Have you ever dreamed of being inside of one of Van Gogh’s famous paintings? Well now you can! Check out the incredible immersive art experience. With state-of-the-art projectors, you can see the art in 360 degrees, virtual reality, and so much more! Don’t delay, grab your tickets for this one-of-a-kind experience here!
2. Step into UNICEF’s spectacular ‘Heart Strings’ experience
UNICEF is bringing a heartfelt multisensory experience to Atlanta from April 19th until May 5th! Experience philanthropy and fun at this one-of-a-kind adventure, featuring engaging multimedia displays, moving music, and interactive moments connecting children worldwide. Join us in supporting UNICEF’s vital mission to ensure healthcare, education, and safety for every child.
🎟️🌍🎶Tickets are just $18 for GA, and kids under the age of 18 can attend for free! Join the waitlist to snag tickets as soon as they are released on April 9th!
3. Unlock your inner street artist at Spray Paint and Sip by Studio W.I.P.
It’s time to get creative, Atlanta! Unleash your inner street artist at this incredible graffiti workshop! Learn how to spray paint your very own art… and take it home when you’re done! This outing is perfect for a girl’s day out, a date night, or fun with the pals! Oh, and BYOB, so you can sip while you spray!
Get your tickets here!4. Explore Ancient Egypt at Horizon of Khufu: An Immersive VR Expedition to Ancient Egypt
Explore the incredible sights of Ancient Egypt… right from Atlanta! Put on a state-of-the-art VR headset and travel back thousands of years, into the secrets and fascination of the ancient world. While you’re there, explore the Great Pyramid of Giza, just as it was 45 thousand years ago! Wander through the mysterious corridors, enter the Queen’s chamber, and even try to decipher ancient hieroglyphics!
Don’t miss out! Get your tickets here!
5. Surround yourself with incredible music and thousands of dazzling candles at a Candlelight Concert
If you’re looking for the ultimate musical experience, you’ve got to check out Candlelight Concerts. Surrounded by thousands of twinkling LED candles, you’ll be able to listen to your favorite music, from Beyonce to Imagine Dragons to Coldplay. You can’t go wrong at a candlelight concert, whether you’re taking friends, family, or a date!
Get your tickets for this incredible display of lights and music here!6. Head to the fair while it’s still in town!
Yep! The annual Atlanta Fair is still in town! Grab your fill of deep fried treats and rides on the craziest and coolest fair rides around! There’s nothing quite like a trip to the fair to welcome spring! So get your friends together and make a day of it!
Read all the dates, rates, and deets about the Atlanta Fair here!7. Enjoy drinks and great food at one of Atlanta’s many patios and rooftops
Warmer weather, longer days, and gorgeous sunsets mean cool cocktails and happy hours on some of our favorite patios. So many different places are offering new menus for Atlantans to experience as the season changes. Here are a few that give great vibes and the perfect jumpstart to all this great warm weather.
8. Take a stroll through any of these gorgeous gardens in Georgia
Take advantage of the turning weather and grab some friends and head to the nearest park or garden to enjoy the bloom. Atlanta has tons of gorgeous fields of flowers to enjoy, especially in the spring and summer months. Here are a few of our favorites.
- Atlanta Botanical Garden
- Callaway Resorts & Garden
- Gibbs Garden’s Daffodil Display
- State Botanical Garden of Georgia, AthensÂ
- Hills and Dales Estate, La Grange
9. Enjoy one of the most iconic Atlanta Festivals: the Sweetwater 420 Fest!
Don’t miss out on the most anticipated festival in the ATL this spring! Listen to great tunes, get amazing food, and enjoy all the local vendors! There’s so much to do at 420 Fest… and of course, tons of delicious beer! We missed 420 Fest last year, so this year it’s coming back bigger, better, and stronger than ever before!
Get all the dates, rates, and events for the festival here!10. Visit the High’s breathtaking new exhibit: Here Me Now!
Image © Metropolitan Museum of Art, photo by
Eileen Travell.
The High Museum of Art’s exhibit, Here Me Now, returns credit stolen from enslaved Black potters in Edgefield South Carolina during the late 1800s. See some of the most moving pottery, created by enslaved Black potters in the Southeast. Learn all about the history of these pieces, the cultural significance, and how they have influenced artists today.
Check out all the details for Here Me Now here!11. Enjoy the sunset from any of these local hiking trails
Atlanta is a hiking haven! We’re not known as the city in a forest for nothing! And while you all have told us your favorite spots to see the sunset in the ATL, we know there are still so many good spots to find!
So take a hike on one of the incredible trails and enjoy the warming weather and longer days, and of course… the sunset!
12. Take a getaway to this adorable Alpine Village, just an hour and a half from ATL!
Need a little getaway this April? We can’t recommend Alpine Helen enough! From beautiful hikes and waterfalls, to the cutest Main Street (complete with a chocolate factory), there’s so much to do and see in Helen, GA! We also love the European-style cuisine! For all the details, check out our article on Helen in the spring here!
13. Dine In A Blooming Secret Garden At This Italian Ristorante
Surround yourself in a beautiful garden, with this over the top floral display at your favorite local Italian restaurant, Amore e Amore in Inman Park! Whether you’re planning a night out for refreshing cocktails with the girlies or you want a special date, Butterflies and Botanicals is the best spot to go!
Check out all the details and see the menu here!14. Check out this glamorous new cabaret supper club in Atlanta
This new cabaret bar and supper club is redefining sexy elegance in Atlanta’s nightlife scene… and you don’t want to miss out. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into Old Hollywood or Old Broadway at this sophisticated new club, Damsel, at The Works in Atlanta! Get all gussied up and enjoy something totally novel, right here in the ATL!
Check out all the details here!15. Treat yourself to an incredible spa day in the ATL
Take a load off this April! Book your massage or spa day and get relaxed and rejuvenated for the new season. Whether you want a simple facial or you need a full body scrub package, there are so many spas in Atlanta for you to check out!
See our full list of amazing spas here!16. Dive into the unknown! Swim with whale sharks
Atlanta is the only place on earth where you’re guaranteed to be able to swim (or dive!) with whale sharks. This once-in-a-lifetime experience could be the perfect treat for your April bucket list! Dive in and face your fears and excitement by diving and swimming with these beautiful gentle giants, right here at the Georgia Aquarium!
For all the details, click here!17. Make new memories with the kiddos in ATL!
There are so many fun things to do in Atlanta with the kids, that we had to make a whole separate list! From one of the coolest Children’s Museums in the Southeast, to fun spots to grab a classic ice cream, there are so many memories to be made here!
Check out our full list of fun things to do with the kids this April here!18. April is strawberry picking season! Get the freshest strawberries around
April is the perfect time to load up on the freshest, most delicious sun-kissed strawberries, too! With tons of adorable local farms, you can spend the whole day picking yummy strawberries and enjoying strawberry flavored treats (who here is craving those iconic strawberry slushees??)!
For a full list of fun farms to go strawberry picking, check out our roundup here!19. Check out the iconic Atlanta Dogwood Festival
Get ready to shop til ya drop at this iconic local market! From the best artisan crafts in the southeast to delicious food and drinks, the Atlanta Dogwood festival is an absolute can’t-miss experience. And the festival is a HUGE event, so it’s gotta be in Atlanta’s most iconic park, Piedmont Park. Don’t miss out!
Get all the details here!20. Take a spring trip to one of the ‘best of the best beaches in the U.S.’ right here in GA!
Needing an early beach trip? Well, we’ve got one of the best ones in the country, right here in Georgia! Driftwood beach is in the top 10 best beaches in the U.S., and we agree! With its beautiful relaxing beaches and warm waters, Driftwood on Jekyll Island is a must-visit!
Check out all the details about this iconic GA beach here!21. Get the best wings at the Atlanta Wing Festival
On April 18th at Uptown Atlanta, get ready to try all the most delicious wings in the city! With a festival celebrating wings from 25 of the top wings restaurants in Atlanta, you can definitely find exactly what you’re looking for! Get ready for dope live music, yummy treats, good beer and of course, as many wings as your heart desires… in all flavors!
For more details, check out Atlanta Wing Fest’s website here!