Secret Atlanta wants to help you make the most of every weekend, so we put out this awesome guide of weekend plans for you each week! With so many things to do in our lovely city, it helps to have a guide! So if you’re wondering ‘What is there to do this weekend in Atlanta?’ You’re in the right spot!
Without further ado, here’s our list of super fun things to do this weekend in Atlanta!
1. Enjoy the Atlanta Seafood & Caribbean Music Festival this weekend
General admission tickets are available along with Cooler & Lawn Chair Passes to sit comfortable and enjoy the vibes! Learn more on their instagram @atlantaseafoodcaribbeanfest!
2. It’s officially pumpkin spice latte season! Grab a PSL treat this weekend.
This fall, skip the Starbucks and grab some truly delicious local pumpkin spice treats! With so many mouthwatering fall delicacies, you might not even know where to start! Don’t fret… we’ve made a list of all the best places to grab a PSL (and other Autumnal treats) in Atlanta!
3. Check out Dunwoody Nature Center’s Butterfly Experience
Where: Dunwoody Nature Center | 5343 Roberts Dr. Dunwoody, GA 30338
When: September 7th – 8th, 2024 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Spend your weekend surrounded by hundreds of beautiful, native butterflies with your family and friends! The Butterfly Festival at the Dunwoody Nature Center has it all: live music, entertainment, animal shows, arts, crafts, educational stations, food, drinks, sweet treats and SO MUCH MORE! But of course, the star of the show is the hundreds of breathtaking butterflies!
Learn more and grab your tickets here!4. Grab drinks at Moonlight, a brand new rooftop cocktail lounge
Treat yourself to an evening on the moon… or, the second best thing! Moonlight, a brand new, sexy cocktail lounge in O4W just opened, and you’ve gotta check it out! From stunning decor that’ll make you feel like you’re basking in the moonlight, to incredible rooftop views of the city, you’ll love the vibe. And their incredible craft cocktails are completely unique and 1970’s-inspired! Don’t miss out!
Get all the details for Moonlight here!5. It’s the last weekend to see tons of amazing fiber arts at The Atlanta Quilt Festival
When: August 2nd – September 8th
Where: Southwest Arts Center | 915 New Hope Road SW, South Fulton, GA 30331
Beginning this weekend, you can enjoy the beautiful art of more than 100 quilts inspired by African American quilts. The incredible textile art festival will last until early September, and it’s a can’t-miss experience! And this weekend, you can enjoy the opening reception on Sunday, August 4th from 12pm – 4 pm at Southwest Arts Center! Attendees can expect to view exhibits, shop the various local vendors, attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 2pm, and enjoy some delicious light refreshments! And the best part, the Opening Reception is FREE and open to all!
Get all the details about this amazing event here!6. Experience Horizon of Khufu: An Immersive VR Expedition to Ancient Egypt
Calling all history lovers! If you’ve ever wanted to explore the past up close and personal, this is your chance! Horizon of Khufu is a walking VR tour, through the ancient Pyramids of Giza! With an a-dork-able human and a snarky, powerful cat-god as your tour guides, you’ll see some of the most beautiful sights from Ancient Egypt. Learn all about the culture, watch a burial preparation, and so much more… as if you were really in the room!
You don’t want to miss out on Horizon of Khufu! Get your tickets here!7. Set sail on a historical experience with Titanic: An Immersive Voyage
Experience the tragic history of the Titanic like never before with Titanic: An Immersive Voyage. This experience features over 300 artifacts, life-sized reconstructed rooms, 3D views, video animations, and state-of-the-art technology, this immersive experience offers a riveting and emotional journey through one of history’s most iconic tragedies. Learn all about the Titanic’s legendary construction, and its devastating and fatal collision with the iceberg. You’ll even be able to watch the iceberg appear, and relive the ship’s final moments in an immersive gallery. And go beyond: explore the Titanic’s wreck in an emotional retelling of the Titanic story!
Grab your tickets for this amazing experience here!8. Check out the incredible Animal Crossing Exhibit at the Georgia Aquarium!
If you love Animal Crossing, you’ve gotta check out their U.S.-wide Aquarium Tour! With tons of cute merch and character descriptions all over the aquarium, you’ll feel like you you’ve stepped into the iconic video game!
Check out all the details here!9. Check out all the amazing art exhibitions around the city!
If you’re looking for a way to enjoy art around Atlanta, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. From incredible art exhibits that will tug at your heart strings, to mind-blowing architecture and beyond, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! See our whole list here!
10. Enjoy the cooler weather at one of Atlanta’s amazing rooftop bars!
As the weather gets warmer, we want to wine and dine with a great view of our iconic skyline! Take your patio dining to the next level (literally) by dining at these amazing rooftop bars all across Atlanta!
See our full roundup of great rooftop dining here!11. Head to a hilarious standup comedy night at a secret location
If you love standup comedy AND surprises, you’re going to love Don’t Tell Comedy! This amazing event happens every weekend at a different ~secret~ location with a ~secret~ comedian you don’t know until they come out on stage! Enjoy a hilarious lineup of amazing comics, delicious drinks and treats, and also the excitement of the surprise! Learn more about it here!
12. Step into a painting at Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
If you’ve ever dreamt of stepping right out of the world and into a painting, you’ll love this awe-inspiring journey into the artistic world of Vincent Van Gogh! Explore his world: his life, his work, and his secrets, all while walking through cutting-edge 360-degree immersive digital projections of his art.
You can also expect a one-of-a-kind VR experience, and a light and sound show to delight your senses.
This unique experience brought to you by Exhibition Hub has thrilled millions of visitors in the United States already.
Don’t delay, grab your tickets now for Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience!
13. Spray Paint and Sip by Studio W.I.P.
This weekend, Fever’s Spray and Sip by Studio W.I.P. is opening up, and you don’t want to miss it! You’ll learn the ins and outs of working with spray paint, and even get to design your very own canvas! You’ll learn lots from an instructor about the beauty of graffiti and street art! Oh, and the best part? It’s BYOB friendly, so grab your friends and your drinks and get to spray painting!
For details, check out Fever’s website here!14. Go indoor skydiving at this insanely cool experience!
Have you ever wanted to go skydiving… but you don’t want to jump out of a plane? We hear you! Go indoor skydiving inside a super cool vertical wind tunnel at iFLY Atlanta!
For all the details and to grab tickets, check it out here!
15. Go peach picking at this precious farm just outside of the ATL
What’s more Atlanta than going peach picking in the summer? Enjoy the juicy, delicious peaches growing just 45 minutes outside of the city! You can also try some of the yummiest peach products, like a peach slushee! Get into the summery spirit with a day of peach picking!
Get all the peachy deets for Southern Belle Farms here! And if you’re looking for more peach farms, check out our full round up here!
16. Take a dip in one of these amazing pools in Atlanta
It’s hot this weekend, y’all! Take a dip in one of the coolest pools in the ATL! Whether your vibe is to relax poolside with a cocktail in hand or you’d prefer to splash around in the water, there’s something for everyone at these Atlanta pools!
See the full list of pools here!17. Grab a scoop at one of these delicious ice cream shops!
School is back in session, and that means we have to pack even more sweetness into the weekends! Take your kids (or, who are we kidding, yourself!) out for a scoop or two! Beat the summer heat in the most delicious way possible.
Check out our recommendations here!Remember, if you do anything fun, tag us on Instagram @secret_atlanta or #mysecretatlanta
Have a great weekend!