Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | July 5-7, 2024

If you still have energy after celebrating the 4th of July, there's plenty of fun things left to do this weekend in metro Atlanta!

Budweiser Clydesdales

  • What: The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales are on a tour across the country. They will kick off the Norcross summer concert on July 5 and parade through Alpharetta on July 6.
  • When: 5 p.m. July 5 and 11 a.m. July 6
  • Where: Burgers & Buns in Norcross and Alpharetta City Hall in Alpharetta
  • Tickets: Free
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High Frequency Friday

  • What: Enjoy the city's most popular DJs while exploring the High Museum of Art.
  • When: 6 p.m. July 5
  • Where: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta
  • Tickets: $30 non-members
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Mark Curry Live

  • What: Comedian and actor Mark Curry, best known for "It's Showtime at the Apollo" and "Hangin' with Mr. Cooper," is touring the country this summer.
  • When: 7:30 and 10 p.m. July 5 and 7 and 10 p.m. July 6
  • Where: Uptown Comedy Corner, 1155 Virginia Ave., Hapeville
  • Tickets: Starts at $25
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Movies at the Strand: Mama Mia!

  • What: Watch the popular movie "Mama Mia!" and enjoy a margarita. Free organ pre-show.
  • When: 8 p.m. July 5 and 3 p.m. July 6
  • Where: Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square, Marietta
  • Tickets: $15
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"9 to 5 The Musical"

  • What: "9 to 5 The Musical" is the story of three female coworkers who concoct a plan to get even with their sexist, egotistical, lying boss. Music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, book by Patricia Resnick.
  • When: July 5 through 29
  • Where: Woodstock Arts Theater, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock
  • Tickets: Start at $18
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Chris Brown

  • What: Singer Chris Brown
  • When: 7:30 p.m. July 5, 6 and 14
  • Where: State Farm Arena, Atlanta
  • Tickets: Start at $266 (Ticketmaster)
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Sandy Springs Farmers Market

  • What: Weekly farmers market features more than 50 vendors offering fresh produce, artisan foods, and more.
  • When: 8:30 a.m. to noon July 6
  • Where: City Green, Sandy Springs
  • Tickets: Free
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Creator's Market at Atlantic Station

  • What: The Creator's market features artisans from Atlanta offering festive art, jewelry, couture, and more.
  • When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 6
  • Where: Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive, Atlanta
  • Tickets: Free
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Atlanta's House Heads Picnic

  • What: The 7th annual House Heads Picnic will feature dancing, food, and vibing to gospel, house, disco, and R&B music. Family-friendly event.
  • When: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 6
  • Where: Grant Park, 626 Park Ave. SE, Atlanta
  • Tickets: $10 donation
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R&B Mimosa Festival

  • What: There will be 3 flavors of mimosas, music, food vendors, and local business vendors.
  • When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 6
  • Where: Old Fourth Ward Park, 680 Dallas St. NE, Atlanta
  • Tickets: Start at $50
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Lift Up Atlanta Festival

  • What: The community festival will feature live entertainment, face painting, a kids fun zone, vendors, and food/beverages for purchase.
  • When: Noon to 6 p.m. July 6
  • Where: Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville
  • Tickets: $5 general admission
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Guardians of the Jukebox

  • What: Guardians of the Jukebox is an '80s tribute band.
  • When: 6 to 9:30 p.m. July 6
  • Where: The Mill at Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway, Canton
  • Tickets: Free
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Caffeine & Octane

  • What: Huge car show the first Sunday of every month.
  • When: 9 a.m. to noon July 7
  • Where: Town Center at Cobb, 400 Ernest W Barrett Parkway NW, Kennesaw
  • Tickets: Free
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Music in the Branch

  • What: Free live music concert in downtown Flowery Branch. There will also be food trucks.
  • When: 6:30 p.m. July 7
  • Where: Downtown Flowery Branch, 5603 Mitchell Street
  • Tickets: Free
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NEXT WEEK

The Wilder Blue

  • What: The Wilder Blue is known for its five-part harmonies, storytelling, and rock-influenced country sound.
  • When: 9:30 p.m. July 11
  • Where: Eddie's Attic, 515 N. McDonough St., Decatur
  • Tickets: $25
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My Cousin Tiera

  • What: Tiera is a standup comedian born and raised on the west side of Chicago.
  • When: 8 p.m. July 11
  • Where: City Winery Atlanta, Ponce City Market, Atlanta
  • Tickets: Start at $30
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