Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 2025
ATLANTA - Looking for something fun to do in Atlanta this weekend? From live music and comedy to Lunar New Year and Black History Month celebrations, food festivals, and unique pop-up markets, there’s something for everyone. Check out this list of events happening from Jan. 31 - Feb. 2!
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Events
Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival
When: Jan. 31 - Feb. 2
Where: Yaarab Shrine Center, 400 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta
What: The annual festival features jugglers, workshops, the Seed and Feed Marching Abominable Band, and more.
How much: Free admission
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Legacy Fest
When: 12 to 8 p.m. Feb. 1
Where: Georgia International Convention Center, 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park
What: A music and cultural celebration featuring performances by Jekalyn Carr, Jordan G. Welch, Antonio Cunningham & Legacy Worship, the Aflac HBCU Alumni Legacy Band, Atlanta Drum Academy, DJ Nutty, and other artists.
How much: Free general admission, $31.50 VIP admission
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Lunar New Year Celebration
When: 12 to 4 p.m., Feb. 1
Where: Atlanta Athletic Club Fields, 1930 Bobby Jones Drive, Johns Creek
What: The annual celebration will feature cultural performances, vendors, and food.
How much: Free admission
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Music
Pat Travers Band
When: 6:30 p.m. Jan. 31
Where: MadLife Stage & Studios, 8722 Main Street, Woodstock
What: Canadian rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter Pat Travers, known for his career spanning from the mid-1970s, performs live.
How much: From $29.40
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Sounds of Georgia
When: 8 p.m. Jan. 31
Where: Gas South Theater, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth
What: A high-energy and educational journey exploring the rich musical heritage of the Peach State.
How much: From $28
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Phantogram
When: 8 p.m. Jan. 31
Where: Tabernacle, 152 Luckie Street NW, Atlanta
What: Phantogram brings their Running Through Colors Tour to Atlanta, featuring their signature indie-electronic sound.
How much: From $65
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Rick Shaw Billie's Burger Patrol
When: 9 p.m. Jan. 31
Where: The Earl, 488 Flat Shoals Avenue SE, Atlanta
What: The Austin-based band describes itself as "rock 'n' roll to the core," delivering an electrifying performance.
How much: From $16
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Ramones Tribute Night
When: 8 p.m. Feb. 1
Where: Star Community Bar, 437 Moreland Ave. NE, Atlanta
What: A tribute to the Ramones featuring multiple bands, including Hot Rod Walt and The Psycho Devilles, Tomb Tones, Slim and The Gems, and more.
How much: $20
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Brother Fat
When: 8 p.m. Feb. 1
Where: From the Earth Brewing Company, 1570 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell
What: Formed in honor of Count M’Butu, the Grammy-winning percussionist and conga specialist of The Derek Trucks Band.
How much: Free admission
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Norman Brown
When: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1
Where: City Winery Atlanta, 650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta
What: Grammy Award-winning guitarist Norman Brown, known for his smooth jazz and blues-infused performances, takes the stage.
How much: From $45
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Georgia Symphony Orchestra
When: Feb. 1
Where: Dr. Bobbie Bailey and Family Performance Center, KSU, 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw
What: The Georgia Symphony Orchestra kicks off its spring series with Suite Treats, featuring Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, Coleridge-Taylor’s Othello Suite, and Williams’ Star Wars.
How much: From $15
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Quiet Hounds
When: 7 p.m. Feb. 1
Where: Westside Motor Lounge, 725 Echo Street NW, Atlanta
What: Quiet Hounds, joined by special guest Corsa, perform in an intimate setting.
How much: From $20
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Beethoven Project: Symphonies 2 + 5
When: Jan. 30 - Feb. 2
Where: Atlanta Symphony Hall
What: Music Director Nathalie Stutzmann and the acclaimed Atlanta Symphony Orchestra present contrasting sides of Beethoven—the tempestuous and the humorous.
How much: From $72
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Glorious Days and Nights: A Jazz Memoir
When: 3 p.m. Feb. 2
Where: The Breman Museum, 1440 Spring Street NW, Atlanta
What: An afternoon celebrating jazz, dance, and film, highlighted by a screening of Glorious Days and Nights: A Jazz Memoir.
How much: Free admission
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First Sunday Jazz
When: 6 p.m. Feb. 2
Where: Waller's Coffee Shop, 240 DeKalb Industrial Way, Decatur
What: Featuring a live performance by the Francisco Lora Quartet.
How much: $15
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Black History Month Events
Music of the African Diaspora Festival
When: Feb. 1
Where: Atlanta Music Project Center for Performance & Education, 883 Dill Ave. SW, Atlanta
What: Celebrate Black History Month with performances featuring songs written and composed by Black and African-American artists.
How much: Free admission
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The Sankofa Experience
When: 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 2
Where: Georgia International Convention Center, 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park
What: College Park's 5th annual Black History program, The Sankofa Experience, invites the community to explore how history shapes today and builds a roadmap for a brighter future. Hosted by La'Tasha Givens, with keynote speaker Dr. La'Neice Littleton.
How much: Free admission
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Catalyst Quartet
When: 7 p.m. Feb. 5
Where: Winter Theatre, Dana Fine Arts Building, Agnes Scott College, 141 East College Ave., Decatur
What: A special performance by the renowned Catalyst Quartet as part of the Kirk Concert Series at Agnes Scott College.
How much: Free admission
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Comedy
Comedian Andrew Stanley
When: 8 p.m. Jan. 31 and Feb. 1
Where: Buckhead Theatre, 3110 Roswell Road NE, Atlanta
What: Atlanta-based comedian and podcast host Andrew Stanley performs live, taping his debut comedy special.
How much: From $41
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Blacktop Improv
When: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1
Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell
What: A fast-paced, family-friendly improv show featuring longtime friends, collaborators, and internationally known comedians.
How much: $10
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Die Laughing Comedy Show
When: 7 p.m. Feb. 2
Where: Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave., Alpharetta
What: A stand-up comedy showcase featuring comedians Wellington Ojukwu, Tim Chirikalov, Ryan Schrilla, and JB King.
How much: From $20
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Beyond the Medici: The Haukohl Family Collection
When: Feb. 1 - May 18
Where: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens
What: An exhibition of the largest collection of Florentine Baroque art outside of Italy, assembled over 40 years.
How much: Free admission
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Our Story: Through the Eyes of Jim Alexander
When: Feb. 1 - 28 (Tuesdays through Saturdays)
Where: Emma Darnell Aviation Museum and Conference Center, 3900 Aviation Circle NW, Atlanta
What: A photography exhibit showcasing 25 images documenting African American life by Jim Alexander.
How much: Free admission
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Theater & Art Exhibits in Atlanta
Beyond the Medici: The Haukohl Family Collection
When: Feb. 1 - May 18
Where: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens
What: This exhibition features the largest and most significant collection of Florentine Baroque art outside of Italy, assembled over 40 years by Sir Mark Fehrs Haukohl, an art collector and co-founder of the Medici Archive Project.
How much: Free admission
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Our Story: Through the Eyes of Jim Alexander
When: Feb. 1 - 28 (Tuesdays through Saturdays)
Where: Emma Darnell Aviation Museum and Conference Center, 3900 Aviation Circle NW, Atlanta
What: A photography exhibit showcasing 25 images by Jim Alexander, who has spent nearly 60 years documenting African American life. Features an opening reception at 1 p.m. on Feb. 1 and an artist talk at 1 p.m. on Feb. 15.
How much: Free admission
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CLUE
When: Through Feb. 2
Where: Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta
What: A stage adaptation of the classic movie and board game. Murder and blackmail unfold when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night of suspense and comedy.
How much: From $29.50
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Doctor De Soto
When: Jan. 18 - March 2
Where: Alliance Theatre, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta
What: A world premiere stage adaptation of the beloved Newbery Award-winning picture book. When the De Soto family, a team of dentists, helps a suffering fox with a rotten tooth, they must decide if they can trust him once they step inside his jaws.
How much: From $10
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King of Pangea: A New Musical
When: Through Feb. 16
Where: Aurora Theatre, 128 E. Pike Street, Lawrenceville
What: After a sudden loss shatters his world, college student Christopher Crow escapes to his childhood imaginary island of Pangea, where he hopes to find answers to put his life back together.
How much: From $32
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Food & Drink
Smyrna Oysterfest
When: Jan. 31 - Feb. 2
Where: Atkins Park, 2840 Atlanta Road SE, Smyrna
What: The 13th annual festival celebrates oysters in every form—raw, grilled, and fried—along with live entertainment.
How much: From $10
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LEGO Botanical Garden Experience
When: Jan. 31 - Feb. 2
Where: Piedmont Park Greystone, 400 Park Drive NE, Atlanta
What: A hands-on LEGO exhibit where visitors can explore botanical builds, interactive floral displays, and a LEGO Botanicals demo station.
How much: Free admission
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Magical Girl Market
When: 12 p.m. Feb. 1
Where: East Atlanta Village Farmers Market, 572 Stokeswood Ave. SE, Atlanta
What: A themed pop-up market featuring handmade goods, art, candles, vintage items, treats, and drinks.
How much: Free admission
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