Looking for something fun to do with your family this weekend in Atlanta? Duluth’s Art Month wraps up with music, an art show, lantern-making and a Lantern Parade, and Atlanta Streets Alive encourages biking, walking, skating, dancing and playing on Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard to Georgia Avenue, which will be closed to traffic during the event.
Check out the following 15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend:
Credit: Photo courtesy of Atlanta Streets Alive
Credit: Photo courtesy of Atlanta Streets Alive
Bike, walk, skate, dance and play from West End to Grant Park, which will be temporarily closed and turned into a pedestrian-friendly space.
2-6 p.m. Sunday, May 31. West End to Grant Park (Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard to Georgia Avenue).
The Disney 30th anniversary production and its Oscar-winning score, including “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast,” visit the Fox Theatre.
Continuing Friday, May 29-Sunday, May 31. $49 and up. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 855-285-8499.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden
The Atlanta Botanical Garden hosts the colorful sculptures of Niki de Saint Phalle in what’s billed as one of the largest showings of her outdoor work in North America.
Friday, May 29-Sunday, May 31, plus additional dates. $24.95-$34.95. Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404-876-5859.
Make a donation or fundraise and join the Georgia March for Babies for a 1.5-mile walk. The event is held to help the March of Dimes improve the health of moms and babies.
7:30 a.m. registration and check-in, 8 a.m. program, 9 a.m. march, Saturday, May 30. The Battery Atlanta, 800 Battery Ave. SE, Atlanta. 888-274-3711.
Celebrate with the community and enjoy entertainment, a kids zone, DJ, food trucks, vendors, games, activities and more.
11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 30. Free admission. Mableton Town Square County Park, 5315 Church St. SW, Mableton. 404-590-2511.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the city of Acworth
Credit: Photo courtesy of the city of Acworth
Spring Downtown Classic Car Cruise
Admire classic cars and help raise money for Horizon Field, an all-inclusive sports facility in Acworth.
2-7 p.m. Saturday, May 30. Free, $5 entry fee for vehicles in the cruise. Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St., Acworth. 770-917-1234.
Bring the family for a day of classic field day games such as the three-legged race, water balloon toss and more, along with some art-inspired games, including an art relay race and color rush.
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, May 31. Free, registration required. Spruill Center for the Arts courtyard, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody. 770-394-3447.
Lace up your hiking boots, bring some snacks and plenty of water and hit the trails for a 10-mile hike.
8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Center, 3787 Klondike Road, Stonecrest. 770-484-3060.
Stock up on summer reading materials for all ages, including a large selection of children’s books. Purchases support the Roswell Library.
10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Friday, May 29, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 30, plus 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, June 1. Free admission. Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell. 404-612-9700.
BarkVille Dog Rescue celebrates its 10th anniversary with Atlanta-based rock band Shyanne covering ’80s rock hits. Food trucks will be on-site, and VIP tickets include a buffet dinner.
6-10 p.m. Saturday, May 30. $15 and up, ages 12 and under free with lawn tickets. Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. 678-512-3200.
Interactive Movie on the Green
Bring the kids to Milton to see the 2005 soccer-themed movie “Kicking & Screaming” starring Will Ferrell. Tres Lunas and Chick-fil-A will have food and beverages for sale, and 200 interactive kits will be available to encourage fun participation for kids.
7-9 p.m. Saturday, May 30. Free. The Green at Crabapple Market, 12650 Crabapple Road, Milton. 678-297-2700.
Duluth’s Art Month concludes with music, giant bubbles, face painting, themed characters, the Duluth Fine Arts League Art Show, lantern-making and a Lantern Parade.
5-9:30 p.m. with 9 p.m. parade, Friday, May 29. Free. Town Green, 3142 Hill St. NW, Duluth. 770-476-3434.
Kick off the summer at the Lilburn City Park splash pad with a DJ, interactive games and activities for all ages, food vendors and the Children’s Entrepreneur Market.
Noon-3 p.m. Saturday, May 30. Lilburn City Park, 76 Main St., Lilburn. 770-921-2210.
Jazz Matters celebrates a decade of promoting jazz with artists including the Edwin Williams Experience, guitarist Randell L. Rivers and Grupo Mazacote Latin Jazz Band. Food trucks will be on-site.
4-10 p.m., 6 p.m. showtime, Saturday, May 30. Free admission. Suwanee Town Center, 300 Town Center Ave., Suwanee. 404-474-1211.
Wheels & Rails Invitational Car Show
See or bring your cars for an open-class show at the Southeastern Railway Museum judged by Duluth Police Department officers. Cassie’s Catering will be on-site, DJ RockinWheelz will provide music, and museum exhibits and train rides will also be available.
10 a.m. Saturday, May 30. $20 includes museum admission. Southeastern Railway Museum, 3595 Buford Highway, Duluth. 770-476-2013.
About the Author
Keep Reading
The Latest
Featured
