Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | July 19-21, 2024

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ATLANTA - It's another weekend packed with things to do in metro Atlanta. Janet Jackson brings her Together Again tour to State Farm Arena and Air Supply is performing in Peachtree CIty. Actor, author and comedian Finesse Mitchell can be found at City Winery and ATL Live is back at the Limelight Theater on Sunday. The Full Moon Marketplace is happening July 20 in East Atlanta and the Bizarre Bazaar is taking over Trackside Tavern in Decatur on July 21. Families are invited to celebrate Parks and Recreation Month in Marietta or check out the LEGO Space Tour at Atlantic Station. Other fun things include the Jolloff Festival and Southern Fried Gaming Expo with more than 400 games.

Note: Because of stormy weather this weekend, double check to make sure outdoor events have not been canceled.

MUSIC

Atlanta African Dance & Drum Festival

What: The 15th annual African Dance & Drum Festival will feature multiple classes, performances, a concert, and more.
Where: 667 Fairburn Road NW, Atlanta
How much: Varies
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Janet Jackson with special guest, Nelly

What: Singer Janet Jackson is bringing her Together Again tour to Atlanta. Hip-hop legend Nelly will be the special guest.
When: 8 p.m. July 21
Where: State Farm Arena, downtown Atlanta
How much: Starts at $70
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CeeLo Green

What: CeeLo Green presents "A Night of Opulence," featuring "perfectly curated" songs that will excite and amaze as CeeLo uses the entire stage to ensnare guests in the world he has created.
When: 8:30 p.m. July 21
Where: Damsel Cabaret, 1255 Chattahoochee Ave. NW, Atlanta
How much: Starts at $175 general admission
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Air Supply

What: Air Supply performs with John Ford Coley
When: 7 p.m. July 20
Where: Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater, 201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City
How much: Starts at $158
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Spyro Gyra

What: Spyro Gyra is celebrating its 50th anniversary in Atlanta. The jazz supergroup has released more than 30 albums and played more than 10,000 shows on six continents.
When: 8 p.m. July 20
Where: City Winery Atlanta, Ponce City Market, 650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta
How much: Starts at $53
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THEATER

'The Game' at Horizon Theatre Company

What: Alyssa and Homer are in a marriage that's hit a glitch. And it's all due to the massively engrossing online game that's wreaking havoc on the lives of couples everywhere.
When: Various days and times through July 28
Where: Horizon Theatre Company, 1083 Austin Ave., Atlanta
Tickets: Start at $30
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COMEDY

Finesse Mitchell

What: Actor, author, and comedian Finesse Mitchell is bringing his act to Atlanta.
When: 7 p.m. July 19
Where: City Winery, Ponce City Market
How much: Starts at $35
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Pretty Vee Presents: Sharoonnn Said It!

What: Vena "Pretty Vee" E. is a multi-talented comedian and actor. Her character, Sharoonnn, is a vibrant Jamaican character.
When: 8 p.m. July 19
Where: Center Stage Atlanta, 1374 W. Peachtree Street, Atlanta
How much: Tickets start at $25
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ATL Live

What: ATL Live is a little like Saturday Night Live except on a Sunday afternoon and in Atlanta. The 90-minute variety show features sketch and stand-up comedy, digital sketches, and a musical guest.
When: 3 p.m. July 21
Where: Limelight Theater, 349 Decatur Street, Atlanta
How much: $25 at the door
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ART/ARTS & CRAFTS

Tiki Party Art Market

What: There will be 15 local artisans, 10 incredible craft cocktails, food, live music, and more.
When: 5 p.m. July 18
Where: Independent Distilling Company, 547 E. College Ave., Decatur
How much: Free admission
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Full Moon Marketplace & Seasonal Celebration

What: Celebrate the full moon and shop local vendors offering handmade goods, arts, crafts, candles, soaps, vintage, and more. DIY craft zone for all ages. Music all evening. Food, drinks, and snacks. Splash zone.
When: 3 to 8 p.m. July 20
Where: East Atlanta Village Farmers Market, 559 Flat Shoals Ave. SE, Atlanta
How much: Free
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Bizarre Bazaar

What: New art show featuring Larry Holland, Thy Asylum Countess, Brian Sharkey Vaught, and Angelica Shearer-Bakhsh. Bizarre Bazaar vendors and live music.
When: 2 to 5 p.m. July 21
Where: Trackside Tavern, 313 E. College Ave., Decatur
How much: Free
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FAMILY

Where You Bee-long

What: Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month with games and activities, crafts, a bee-themed market, and live music.
When: 4 to 8 p.m. July 19
Where: Tumlin Park, 400 Chestnut Hill Road, Marietta
How much: Free
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The Happy Black Parent 3rd Annual Children's Book Festival

What: Outdoor book festival. Listen to stories, watch fun performances, play, and meet local authors.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 20
Where: Pittsburgh Yards, 352 University Ave., Atlanta
How much: Free
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LEGO Space Tour

What: The LEGO Space Tour will feature LEGO building experiences, photo ops, and interactive games.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 20
Where: Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive, Atlanta
How much: Free
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Midsummer Kids Festival

What: A festival for kids featuring inflatables, bubbles, games and activities, a vendor market, and more.
When: 2 to 5 p.m. July 20
Where: Peachtree Corners Town Green, 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners
How much: Free
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FOOD/COCKTAILS

Savanna Nights: Staycation

What: Second installment of Zoo Atlanta's after-hours summer cocktail series. Evening wildlife viewing will include African elephants, flamingos, zebras, and more. Full-sized mixed drinks, beer, wine, and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Food and snacks will also be available for purchase.
When: 6 to 9 p.m. July 19
Where: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta
Tickets: Start at $45
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Jolloff Festival Atlanta

What: The Jolloff Festival will feature the best Jolloff rice dishes in town. There will also be music and fun.
When: 3 to 8 p.m. July 20
Where: 725 Echo St. NW, Atlanta
How much: Tickets start at $12
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FESTIVAL

Butternut Creek Arts & Crafts Festival

What: One of the largest summer mountain festivals in the South featuring 80 to 85 artists and craftsmen.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 20 and 21
Where: Meeks Park, 490 Meeks Park Road, Blairsville
How much: Free
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SPORTS

Atlanta Open

What: The Atlanta Open tennis tournament is in its final year in Atlanta. Americans Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe, as well as Adrian Mannarino, Denis Shapovalov, David Goffin, and others will play.
When: 10 a.m. July 20 and 11 a.m. July 21
Where: Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive NW, Atlanta
How much: Starting at $29
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OTHER

Golf Galaxy Grand Opening

What: Golf Galaxy is hosting a grand opening celebration. The store features state-of-the-art hitting bays, a putting green, a golf services desk, game-changing instruction from a PGA professional, and golf gear from golf's top brands. There will be giveaways all weekend.
When: 8:45 a.m. July 19 (ribbon cutting ceremony)
Where: 3330 Piedmont Road NE, Atlanta
Tickets: Free
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Love and Legacy Pride Fundraiser

What: A fundraiser for Atlanta Black Pride Weekend. The theme is Casino Royale. There will be live entertainment, delectable cuisine, and inspiring stories from the Black LGBTQIA+ community.
When: 6:30 to 10 p.m. July 19
Where: Brookhaven (location revealed upon RSVP confirmation)
Tickets: Start at $75
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Southern-Fried Gaming Expo

What: More than 400 arcade, pinball and console machines, tabletop, RPG, wrestling, music tournaments, vendor expo, special guests, and more.
When: July 19 through 21
Where: Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center, 2450 Galleria Pkwy. SE, Atlanta
How much: Starts at $15 for kids
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Hello Kitty

What: The Hello Kitty truck is rolling into Atlanta this weekend.
When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 20
Where: Near Urban Outfitters, Perimeter Mall, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta
Tickets: Free
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Truist Park Historian Tour

What: Two-hour tour of Truist Park highlights displays and exhibits that trace the team’s 150+ years and includes a Q&A session with Braves Historian Sam Wallace, and exclusive and unprecedented access to see, touch, and take pictures with genuine Braves historic artifacts.
When: 10 a.m. July 20
Where: Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave., Atlanta
Tickets: $100 ($75 members)
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A Midsummer Night's Dream Ball

What: Dance the night away among the fairies and create magical memories with old and new friends. Tickets include hors d'oeuvres, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, themed photo opportunities, and more.
When: 7 p.m. July 20
Where: Piedmont Garden Tent, 500 10th St. NE, Atlanta
How much: Tickets start at $150
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Queen of Hearts Takeover

What: Celebrate Alice's Wonderland Returns at the Atlanta Botanical Garden at the Queen of Hearts Takeover.
When: 5 to 9 p.m. July 20
Where: Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta
How much: Starts at $25 for children, $60 for adults
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COMING UP

British Comedian John Bishop

What: John Bishop, who hosts his own show on ITV in the UK, will perform in Buckhead. He also co-hosts the podcast Three Little Words with writer, actor, and director Tony Pitts.
When: 8 p.m. July 24
Where: Buckhead Theatre, 3110 Roswell Road, Atlanta
Tickets: Start at $57
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8th Annual Jazz Matters

What: The 8th annual Jazz Matters concert will pay tribute to Dante's Down the Hatch, the country's longest-standing jazz club that ceased operations in 2014. Among Atlanta's various jazz venues, none rival the iconic status of Dante's.
When: July 26
Where: Wren's Nest, 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW, Atlanta
Tickets: Start at $30
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"Titanic: An Immersive Voyage"

What: Life-sized recreation of rooms, immersive video animations, and 3D views place you onboard the Titanic as a passenger.
When: Opens July 26
Where: Exhibition Hub Atlanta, 5660 Buford Highway NE, Atlanta
Tickets: $32.90 general admission
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