18 Fun Things To Do In Atlanta This Weekend: January 11th – 12th

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. Sip & Stretch at Atlanta’s favorite boozy yoga class

If you wanna find some zen (and unwind with a nice beer!), this class in Atlanta is perfect for you! Every weekend, Hops & Flow hosts a yoga class at a new brewery/bar… and your first drink is included in the price of the class! (For just $18!)

This weekend, join in on the fun at Little College Brewing from 11am – 12pm on Sunday, January 12th! 

Address: Little Cottage Brewery | 120 Olive St Suite 500, Avondale Estates, GA 30002, USA

2. Wander through millions of twinkling lights at the award-winning holiday lights display at the Atlanta Botanical Garden

It’s your last chance to check out the gorgeous holiday lights at the Botanical Garden!

Perfect for a festive hang out, a dazzling date, or family getaway, the Atlanta Botanical Garden is currently decorated to the nines as a winter wonderland! Wander through enchanting forest lights displays, music and glowing orbs… and so much more!

3. Go back in time 3.5 billion years at this epic VR experience

Step back 3.5 billion years at this incredible ‘Life Chronicles’ VR experience. This adventure was created by Excurio and the Natural History Museum in France, making your journey through time very realistic. You’ll head to the Archean era, witnessing the first traces of life, before venturing to the Cambrian period 520 million years ago to explore the incredibly diverse animal species. Our favorite part was coming face-to-face with dinosaurs and approaching the T. rex during the Cretaceous era, 67 million years ago. It was also fascinating to see the beginning of the human race between 100,000 and 60,000 years ago. Grab your tickets here! – Melissa Maynard

4. Go for a nice hike to start your year off right!

If one of your goals for the new year is to be more active, use your devices less, or enjoy nature… we’ve got the perfect roundup of the best hikes in the ATL for you! Whether you’re a beginner looking for a nice hike on an easy trail or an expert looking for a more daring hike, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!

5. Check out one of Atlanta’s amazing ice skating rinks!

Many of Atlanta’s ice skating rinks are open and ready for the winter festivities this weekend! Take that special someone or your friends to skate on the ice and get into the holiday spirit! Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a beginner, or somewhere in between: there’s nothing quite like skating to kick off the winter holidays!

6. Visit the new baby sloth at Zoo Atlanta

Step aside Moo Deng, there’s a new famous baby in town! Rolo, Zoo Atlanta’s adorable new baby sloth is ready for visitors! You can see her and her mama at the zoo, along with a ton of other cute, interesting, and amazing animals!

7. Check out one of Atlanta’s lesser known museums

You’ve heard of the High Museum of Art and Fernbank, but did you know Atlanta has TONS of smaller, more niche museums? Well, we do! And they’re just waiting to be explored by you! Learn something completely new this weekend at one of these wacky, weird, cool, and lesser-known museums!

8. Take a day trip to Georgia’s coolest snow-sports experience at Snow Island!

No snow in Atlanta? Snow problem here! Whether you’re looking to snow tube, ice skate, enjoy cozy treats, a snowball right… or so much more, you’re gotta check out Snow Island this weekend! Make it into a one-day trip or a whole weekend getaway for the whole family!

9. Check out the ‘sexiest new bar in Atlanta’ at this brand new spot

Painted Park just opened up their new spot in Inman Park, and it’s the sexiest new bar in Atlanta! With BeltLine access, this is the perfect spot for a date night, hang session with friends, and so much more!

10. Enjoy dry January with delicious mocktails at Sober Social

Whether you’re just participating in Dry January, you’re sober full-time, or you just want to try a tasty mocktail, Sober Social has something for you! This month especially, we’re searching for the best sober spots to check out… and this craft mocktail spot is definitely topping our list!

11. Explore the ancient history of Jesus’ time in Discovering the World of Jesus: The Exhibition

Whether you’re looking for a way to learn about the ‘reason for the season’ or you want to learn something new… you’ve gotta check out this truly incredible exhibit, coming to Atlanta this weekend! You can explore artifacts from Jesus’ time, including The James Ossuary, an extraordinary first-century artifact inscribed with ‘James, son of Joseph, brother of Jesus,’ considered the most significant biblical discovery ever… and 350 more REAL artifacts!

12. 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!

13. 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!

14. Grab a hot cocoa or delicious warm coffee at one of Atlanta’s local spots

If you’re looking for a little treat or warm pick-me-up this January, you can’t go wrong with a nice hot cup of hot cocoa! And this year, Atlanta’s favorite coffee shops, cafes and chocolatiers are serving up a delicious cuppa cocoa!

15. 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!

16. 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!

17. Check out Grant Park’s newest Mellow Mushroom, with an exclusive menu only available at this location!

Mellow Mushroom Grant Park is the first Mellow Mushroom in the country to unveil new guest-facing technologies including kiosk ordering, digital menu boards, and a brand new menu!

The new location includes this special menu:

• Chicken Pesto Panizzi – Chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic ricotta, roasted tomatoes, pickled peppers, garlic, arugula, pesto & olive oil

• Steez Steak Panizzi – Steak, mozzarella, provolone, garlic ricotta, spicy pickled peppers, red onions & bell peppers

• Cosmic Cheese Pizza – A hypnotic twist on the classic cheese pizza made with mozzarella & finished with pesto & vodka sauce swirl

• Fajita Steak Pizza – Ribeye steak, bell peppers, mozzarella, red onions, pickled jalapeños, pico de gallo, chives & chipotle aioli swirl

• House Party Pizza – Italian sausage, bacon, ham, pepperoni, bell peppers, red onions, black olives, roasted mushroom trio & mozzarella

• Green Garden Pizza – A garlic ricotta base topped with roasted mushroom trio, feta, mozzarella, red onions, bell peppers, kale, pickled peppers & finished with a pesto swirl

• Magic Meatballs – Five beef & chicken meatballs covered in three sauces – red sauce, pesto, & vodka sauce

• Apple Monkey Bombs – Pull apart dough bites layered with apple compote, caramel icing & cinnamon sprinkles

Where: 1015 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

18. 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!

Remember, if you do anything fun, tag us on Instagram @secret_atlanta or #mysecretatlanta

Have a great weekend!