On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Sweet Auburn Barbecue is shutting down the street and firing things up for the first-ever Good Luck Smokeshow — a one-night tasting event honoring Asian American stories, flavors, and firepower. Timed with AAPI Heritage Month, this outdoor celebration brings together acclaimed chefs from across the country to throw down in Atlanta with food, drinks, lion dances, live music, and a community that shows up.

Atlanta area families are invited to the Avenue West Cobb for their Spring Festival; an evening filled with FREE family-friendly activities ahead of Easter Sunday. The Avenue’s Spring Festival is the culmination of the center’s BLOOM campaign; a month-long series of events designed to promote sustainability and celebrate the coming of spring.

Puppy Haven is excited to announce the return of its Eighth Annual Party for the Paws, a community celebration and pet adoption event benefiting Angels Among Us Pet Rescue. The event will take place on Saturday, May 3rd, from 12 PM to 3 PM, at Puppy Haven Brookhaven, located on Caldwell Road.

 My Chemical Romance, Blink-182 and Deftones will headline the 12th edition of Shaky Knees Music Festival, taking place September 19-21 at its new home in downtown Atlanta’s crown jewel, Piedmont Park. The massive lineup includes Vampire Weekend, Lenny Kravitz, returning for his first performance in Atlanta in nearly seven years, Cage The Elephant, Alabama Shakes, The Black Keys, Sublime, “Weird Al” Yankovic, The Marias, Public Enemy, Lucy Dacus, Devo, Pixies, The Backseat Lovers, TV On The Radio, The All-American Rejects, Idles and many more for over 50 performances across four stages. Fans can sign up now at ShakyKneesFestival.com to receive an SMS access code for the presale on Thursday, February 27 at 10am ET with access to the lowest-priced tickets. 1-Day and 3-Day GA, GA+, VIP, and Platinum Tickets will be available.

Cabbagetown is thrilled to announce the return of its 2nd Annual Bake Sale on Saturday, April 19, 2025. This year's Bake Sale is a fundraiser for the Joyce Brookshire Memorial Amphitheatre, aiming to support community arts and culture.

It’s all about comfort at the Element by Westin new Cartersville, Ga location! John and I recently headed just 30 minutes north of Atlanta to check out the new Element hotel located in Emerson, Ga next to the Lake Point Sports Complex and only minutes from Downtown Cartersville.

Exciting happenings at TBB 122 over the next several weeks — from exclusive wine dinners to holiday gatherings, it’s shaping up to be a beautiful season filled with great food, wine, and community,

Spring Break is fast approaching, and The Battery Atlanta is the ideal destination, hosting a slew of special events to enjoy the week off with friends and family. From themed trivia nights at Battle & Brew and outdoor yoga, to a Watch PAWty and Silent Disco at Live! at The Battery Atlanta, there is plenty to appreciate. Punch Bowl Social invites Atlantans to take advantage of their Spring Fever Unlimited Play, while CRU hosts a decadent Easter brunch. Now open for the season, the splash pad provides a spot for little visitors to cool off. Coca-Cola Roxy welcomes popular EDM artists like GRYFFIN and LSZEE.

This month, Thompson Atlanta – Buckhead invites guests to soak up the energy of Spring with a curated lineup of can’t-miss experiences. From an indulgent Easter brunch and dinner to live jazz and DJ sets at Tesserae, the city’s most stylish rooftop, the hotel is the ultimate destination for unforgettable moments.

Join us at Cheney Stadium on Sunday, April 27, for an unforgettable morning of excitement, positivity, and celebration! The Girls on the Run 5K presented by Assurant is not your typical community event – it's a day when Girls on the Run and Heart & Sole teams from across Georgia unite and amplify each other’s Star Power. Side by side and sneaker by sneaker, participants line up at the start and demonstrate all that they have achieved this season. This non-competitive 5K event is open to the public, not just program participants. All proceeds benefit the Girls on the Run Georgia Scholarship Fund. Get ready to lace up and make memories that will last a lifetime. Save the date, register early, and tell a friend!

The ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), the destination marketing organization for the cities of College Park, Hapeville and Union City, Ga., today   announced the return of Spin the District, the seventh annual cycling race series, which kicks off April 11 and will take place during   multiple weekends in April and May. The series is the second largest cycling event in Georgia and attracts all levels from around the world. Last year, 28 states and 17 countries were represented. 

Chris Benziger Wine Dinner, Easter Take & Bake, and More at Casa Nuova & Cork & Glass

Taste of Atlanta is thrilled to introduce Grand Tasting Buckhead, a brand-new, all-inclusive evening celebrating the vibrant culinary scene of Buckhead. Debuting on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at The Towers at Uptown Atlanta, this exciting new event will bring together the city's top restaurants, beverage brands, and entertainment for an evening of indulgence.

Say hello to Hermanita—the fiery little sister of Tio Lucho’s and the latest concept from James Beard-nominated Chef Arnaldo Castillo. Launching Monday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. and returning every other Monday to Tio Lucho’s patio, this street-side pop-up serves up Peruvian-inspired fare with a Southern twist, blending Castillo’s heritage and upbringing into one unforgettable, open-air experience.