February means Black History Month, Valentine’s Day, the last full month of Winter, and so much more!
It’s a month of love, hope and history, and with so many things going on in the ATL, it’s time to celebrate! Don’t stress if you don’t know where to start with all the events and celebrations happening–we’ve got you covered! We made a breakdown all the best things to do this February in Atlanta!
There are so many ways to honor and celebrate Black History Month in Atlanta. From unmissable art exhibitions to incredible Black-owned restaurants in the ATL, don’t miss out this February. Keep scrolling for more Black History Month ideas, or click here for the full round-up. February is a great time to celebrate Black joy and honor Black history.
Love is definitely in the air this month! There are so many ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day this month! If you need some amazing Valentine’s Day date ideas… we got ya covered! From a love-themed bar experiences to conversation heart murals to the best dining reservations in Atlanta, you’ve gotta check out our full Valentine’s Day round-up!
If you’re looking for something fun to do this February, we can’t recommend a Candlelight Concert enough! Surround yourself with thousands of stunning LED candles while you listen to the beautiful music of The Beatles and Bach on strings!
Learn more about this amazing candlelit experieince
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Treat yourself and your loved one to a romantic Valentine’s Day experience this season of love! Love at First Scent: Valentine’s Perfume-Making Experience encourages couples to craft three custom perfumes inspired by connection, warmth, and passion. You can choose a scent that best encapsulates your love story, and then bring home your bottled memories to enjoy every day!
To make it even more special, each guest receives a luxurious Valentine’s gift bag from Tijon (valued at $75+).
Whether it’s a budding relationship or a long term love story, make some memories at this amazing perfume making experience in the ATL!
Love isn’t just for your S.O. this month, though! Show some love to your gals or pals this Valentine’s Day with the perfect Galantine’s Day celebration!
If you need some ideas on where to take your friends this Galentine’s Day, don’t sweat it. We know exactly what to do.
This Valentine’s Day, don’t just take your date out for a nice dinner–make it a whole day event! These mouth-watering brunch spots will definitely have you feeling head-over-heels! Grab delicious biscuits, yummy waffles, or just a round of mimosas and morning-cocktails! Whatever your brunch vibe, this list of amazing places will have something for everyone to enjoy!
Catch Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die in theaters
A mysterious stranger claiming to be from the future storms a late-night L.A. diner in this wildly entertaining sci-fi action comedy from Pirates of the Caribbean director Gore Verbinski. Starring Sam Rockwell, Juno Temple, Haley Lu Richardson, Michael Peña, and Zazie Beetz, the film races toward a high-stakes showdown with rogue AI starting February 13—get tickets here!
There is no better time to support Black-owned businesses than Black History Month. Find your new favorite eatery this month, and beyond. Check out one of our recommendations below, or our full round-up of incredible Black-owned restaurants here.
- Busy Bee Café, Atlanta University Center
- Slutty Vegan, Several locations
- Anna’s BBQ, Kirkwood
- Atlanta Breakfast Club, Downtown Atlanta
Pay a visit to Atlanta’s adored Trap Music Museum
Learn about the art behind the music at the Trap Music Museum. Created by superstar rapper T.I., this immersive museum became the first hip-hop museum ever to celebrate the reality of southern-based trap music. It pays homage to other rap legends like 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane, Nicki Minaj and more! It’s an excellent contemporary way to celebrate Black excellence and history!
For more information on the Trap Music Museum, check out their website!
There’s nothing quite like a stunning dinner date during the month of love. Whether you’re looking for a perfect Valentine’s Date night dinner joint or just a scrumptious dinner out on the town with your boo, this list of amazing restaurants is for you. Wow your date this February at one of these show stoppers!
- Canoe
- Aria
- The Garden Room
- Casi Cielo
- Atrium
If you made it through Dry January, it’s time to reward yourself with a drink! (If that’s your vibe!) Atlanta is known for some truly unique and amazing bars, and you’ve gotta try them all! Between fascinating themes and different decors, you can always expect something new in the ATL.
In addition to supporting Black-owned restaurants this Black history month, enjoy shopping at some of the amazing Black-owned businesses in Atlanta! Of course we support Black-owned businesses all year round, but it’s a great way to celebrate and honor Black heritage and history this month in particular!
If you’re looking for a fun way to get active this February, then you’ve gotta check out one of Atlanta’s amazing hikes. From an artsy, slightly creepy Doll-head trail to some truly majestic waterfalls, you don’t want to miss seeing these beautiful hikes in the winter!
See all our hiking choices here!
If you love high fashion and art, then you definitely don’t want to miss out on the U.S. debut of the fabulous fashion of Dutch fashion artists Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren! The gallery has more than 100 unique and daring pieces from their avant-garde works that will stun and amazing you.
Learn more here!Head to a cocktail party at the GA Aquarium on Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air and sips are under the sea! Join the playful creatures at the Georgia Aquarium for a night of revelry, beauty, and of course, delicious cocktails under the waves!
Whether you’re going with your boo or pals, Sips Under The Sea gives visitors a chance to see the aquarium after-hours… and even opt to stay over night! Learn more on there website, here!
Waffle House is hosting their annual Valentine’s Day ‘Meet Me Under the Yellow Sign’ and you don’t want to miss out! With special Valentine’s Day menu items, exclusive reservations, and fancy Waffle House tablecloths.
Learn more here!
Take a trip to Bubble Planet this February in Atlanta! Step into a colorful world of bubbles, spheres and balloons! Kids and adults alike will enjoy the beautiful immersive experience, complete with:
- more than 10 themed rooms
- an immersive experience with VR tech, simulators, and illusions
- fantastic landscapes designed to stimulate the senses
Inside this spherical world full of bubbles, you will have the opportunity to hop from one immersive space to the next, experiencing them all with your five senses!
Enjoy the whimsical world of Bridgerton with a high tea experience at the Waldorf Astoria.
Along with wandering the beautiful halls of the Waldorf Astoria in your stunning gown, pretending like you’re a Regency-era debutant, you can expect to enjoy many delightful treats and teas at this tea & masquerade ball event!
If you’re looking for a perfectly quirky Valentine’s Day happening, look no further than Little 5 Points’ mural of hearts unveiling and immersive intergalactic love story! They say,
This Valentine’s Day, Little Five Points becomes the stage for an immersive sci-fi love story where aliens walk among us, an FBI agent is hot on their trail, and audiences follow two intersecting journeys through local businesses, live performances, and hidden clues. The evening reaches its peak in a cosmic alien wedding at the Little 5 Pub, proving that love, no matter how strange or celestial, knows no limits.
Part interactive theater, part neighborhood adventure, and 100% L5P.
Prepare for an extraordinary culinary journey at Dining in the Dark, where a blindfold transforms your meal into a thrilling adventure of taste and aroma. This unique experience invites you to rediscover your senses with a secret 3-course menu, featuring appetizer, main, and dessert, available in meat, seafood, or vegan options. Arrive early for a delightful Happy Hour before the main event, or consider gifting this unparalleled encounter to someone special with a gift card.