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CELEBRATE FUTBOL FITNESS AND FUN AT THE INTERLOCK IN JULY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/3/26

The West Midtown destination kicks off community events for the last month of summer soccer

The Interlock is gearing up for the dog days of summer with a packed event calendar for July, starting with an all-American rodeo-themed soccer watch party for the U.S. Men’s National Team’s match against Bosnia-Herzegovina. In addition to soccer, The Interlock is hosting themed events with partnerships from Pure Barre, Orangetheory Fitness, ATL Friends and more.

The Interlock’s full July events lineup is outlined below:

All-American Rodeo USA Watch Party

Wednesday, July 1, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Highline Park

Dust off your boots and saddle up for the biggest USA watch party in Atlanta! We’re turning The Interlock into an all-American rodeo as the USA takes on Bosnia in an epic summer soccer showdown. Fuel up with mouthwatering barbecue from Sweet Auburn BBQ, test your grit on the mechanical bull and hit the dance floor with line dancing before kickoff. Then, join hundreds of fans as we wave the stars and stripes, cheer on the USA and bring the energy from the first whistle to the final goal. Whether you’re here for the soccer, the Southern bites or the country vibes, this is one watch party you won’t want to miss. Gather your crew, throw on your best Americana attire, and help us create the loudest home-field advantage as the USA fights for a spot in the next round.

Ghana vs. Colombia Watch Party with Playhouse

Friday, July 3, from 8 p.m. to midnight at Highline Park

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Playhouse brings the energy for the Ghana vs. Colombia watch party at The Interlock! Experience a cultural celebration fueled by the infectious sounds of Afrobeats, Amapiano and a high-energy Reggaeton mash-up that will keep the vibes alive before, during and after the match. Whether you’re repping the Black Stars, cheering for Los Cafeteros, or simply here for the atmosphere, The Interlock is the place to be. Come dressed in your team’s colors, enjoy delicious food and drinks, dance with fellow fans from around the world and witness one of the tournament’s most exciting matchups in an electric community setting.

Peachtree Road Race Afterparty with Atlanta Run Club

Saturday, July 4, from 7 p.m. to midnight at Highline Park

After crossing the finish line of the Peachtree Road Race, head to The Interlock for the official

Atlanta Run Club After Party, where runners, friends, family and supporters come together to

toast the accomplishment of completing the country’s largest 10K. Kick back, refuel with delicious food and refreshing drinks, swap race stories with fellow runners and soak in the post-race energy in one of Atlanta’s favorite gathering spots. Whether you set a personal record, ran your first Peachtree or came out to cheer on the participants, everyone is welcome to join the celebration.

Fridays are for Friends, Hosted by ATL Friends

Friday, July 10, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Highline Park

Start your weekend surrounded by great music, great people and even better vibes at Fridays Are for Friends, hosted by ATL Friends Sound Lounge at The Interlock. Discover Atlanta’s next wave of talented artists as they take the stage to showcase their music in an intimate, high-energy setting. Whether you’re looking to support local creatives, expand your network or simply enjoy a night of live performances, this is the perfect place to connect with new faces and reunite with old friends. Come experience a night where music builds community, conversations spark new connections and every performance celebrates Atlanta’s incredible creative scene. Find tickets for the event here.

A Good Summer Day hosted by For the People

Saturday, July 11, from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Highline Park

Celebrate the season at The Interlock as For the People brings the ultimate daytime summer block party to West Midtown! Soak up the sunshine with an afternoon filled with feel-good energy, live music and community. Dance to sets from some of Atlanta’s top DJs, shop a curated selection of local artisan vendors and discover unique finds from some of the city’s most talented creatives. Whether you’re catching up with friends, meeting new faces or simply enjoying a beautiful summer day, this is where the city comes together. Grab your favorite drink, explore local makers and let the soundtrack of summer set the vibe all afternoon long. Find tickets for the event here.

Block on Lock hosted by ALT ATL

Sunday, July 12, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Highline Park

Community takes center stage at Block on Lock, a vibrant neighborhood block party hosted by ALT ATL at The Interlock. Bringing together people from all walks of life, Block on Lock is a celebration of Atlanta’s culture, creativity and community. Spend the day discovering talented local artists, shopping unique goods from artisan vendors and vibing to sets from some of your favorite Atlanta DJs. Whether you’re here to connect, create, shop or simply enjoy the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. Experience the best of the city in one place as local businesses, makers, musicians and creatives transform The Interlock into a lively hub of music, art and community. Find tickets for the event here.

Mats and Matcha hosted by ATL Friends

Saturday, July 18, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Highline Park

Start your day with movement, mindfulness and meaningful connections at Mats and Matcha, hosted by ATL Friends at The Interlock. Flow through an energizing Pilates and yoga session designed for all experience levels, then reward yourself with a handcrafted matcha beverage from Dancing Goats Coffee. Whether you’re looking to break a sweat, meet new people or simply enjoy a relaxing morning outdoors, Mats and Matcha is the perfect blend of wellness and community. After class, stick around to sip, mingle and build new friendships with fellow attendees in a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. Stay tuned on The Interlock’s website for tickets.

Summer of Soccer Finale hosted by Patrón

Sunday, July 19, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Highline Park

Join us at The Interlock as we close out an incredible Summer of Soccer with our Final Match Watch Party Block Party—a celebration of the cultures, communities and unforgettable moments that brought the world together all tournament long. From opening kick to the championship match, we’ve celebrated the traditions, music, food and passion of nations from around the globe. Now it’s time to come together one last time for the biggest watch party of the summer. Experience an all-day celebration featuring Atlanta’s favorite DJs, Patrón game-day cocktail specials, a pop-up soccer tournament, a curated community market showcasing local vendors, interactive experiences and more. Whether you’ve joined us all summer or you’re coming for the grand finale, this is your chance to celebrate the beautiful game and the global community it inspires.

Neighborhood Flex Events

Join us for a high-energy neighborhood flex led by local fitness favorites. This one-hour community workout is designed to get your heart pumping, challenge your limits, and connect you with fellow fitness enthusiasts. Come move, train and experience the energy of West Midtown’s wellness community while learning more about how to join and grow with these incredible fitness brands.

  • Led by Pure Barre on Thursday, July 2, 5 p.m. at Highline Park
  • Led by rangetheory Fitness and Bach Fitness on Thursday, July 9, 7 p.m. at Highline Park

Gurl 2 Girl Women’s Maker’s Markets:

Shop local and empower female entrepreneurs at the Gurl 2 Girl Women’s Maker’s Market on the Plaza Level at The Interlock. Explore goods by talented woman-owned businesses in the community while you network with like-minded individuals.

  • Saturday, July 18 and Saturday, July 25, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Highline Park

Ongoing Programming:

  • Join The Interlock every Sunday at 10 a.m. for the Sunday Sweat Series, hosted by Sunrei Wellness—a rejuvenating morning yoga experience designed to reset your mind, energize your body and set the tone for the week ahead. Flow, breathe and connect with a community of fellow yogis as you soak in the morning vibes. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, this is your moment to move with intention. Bring your mat, your energy and your crew! RSVP here.
  • Trap Yoga Tuesdays are in full effect! Led every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. by Brandon Ingram of Khepera Wellness, this high-energy yoga experience blends intentional movement with trap beats to keep your body moving and your vibe elevated. Whether you’re here to stretch, sweat or just catch a vibe, this is not your typical yoga class. Pull up, bring your mat and flow to the rhythm.
  • Join The Interlock every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. for Wellness Wednesday HIIT, a high-energy workout designed to get your heart pumping and muscles working. Led by Royal Physique, this class focuses on building strength, boosting stamina and pushing your limits in the best way possible. Open to the public—just bring your energy and get ready to sweat.

Urban Tree Harvest Festival 2019

Date: Saturday, November 23rd

Time: 12:30 pm

About: UrbanTree Cidery, Atlanta’s first craft cidery, announces its first-ever Pawnee Style Harvest Party, a “Parks and Rec” inspired party celebrating all things fall on Saturday, November 23 from 12:30 to 6:30pm. Taking place at their Westside tasting room (1465 Howell Mill Rd. NW), the all-day, family-friendly event will feature activities like a costume contest, visits with a live miniature horse and the release of a new seasonal cider, Bourbon Barrel Buzz (7.5% ABV). Throughout the day, guests are invited to partake in a Ron Swanson look-alike contest, enter in “Treat Yo’ Self” raffles and from 1:30 to 3pm, grab photos with a live Li’l Sebastian impersonator, a miniature horse. In addition to themed activities, UrbanTree will serve a harvest cocktail called Snake Juice, a bright and crisp sangria with mild cinnamon spice and subtle sweetness. Their full menu of flagship and seasonal ciders and local beer will also be available. To complement the beverage offerings, there will be a DIY Caramel Apple Bar sponsored by Sweetums, and C-Bo’s BBQ Food Truck will serve Ron Swanson’s favorite dish–turkey legs–along with their full menu of BBQ classics.The event also marks the release of UrbanTree’s newest seasonal cider Bourbon Barrel Buzz. Made with Stayman Winesap, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious and Mutsu apples, the cider is aged in Ghost Coast Distillery bourbon barrels and lightly sweetened with a touch of Blue Ridge Gallberry Honey.

More Information:

https://www.facebook.com/events/2470481906322567/

Wildwood Revival 2019

Date: Friday, September 27th to Sunday, September 29th

Time: Varies

About: Already setting the stage with a thoughtfully curated lineup announced earlier this Summer, Wildwood Revival is living up to its moniker as the “anti-festival” going beyond the music and announcing the schedule for the sixth annual event’s workshops and experiences. Ranging from a Gospel brunch where you can bring your instrument to a kayak river excursions, grilling demos, yoga, an artisan market and more. And while select experiences and workshops come free as a part of your ticket, there is limited space to certain activities, and Wildwood Revival ticket holders are encouraged to sign up in advance. A full list, with descriptions and sign up links, of workshops and experiences can be found at wildwoodrevival.com/experience.
The full Wildwood Revival Experience includes:
THE LINEUP: Lucinda Williams, Shovels & Rope, Mandolin Orange, Son Volt, Langhorne Slim and The Lost at Last Band, Rayland Baxter, Rebirth Brass Band, The Texas Gentlemen, Charley Crockett, Lilly Hiatt, T. Hardy Morris, Super Doppler, Cedric Burnside, Illiterate Light, Revel in Dimes, and Georgia Mountain String Band. Performers take the stage in the Pecan Grove as well as inside the farm’s open-air barn. Beyond the stage lights, there are late-night picking sessions around the campfire where the best stories are often sung.
THE EXPERIENCES: Camping via tent, trailer or RV, a dance party to wrap up the festival on night two, a selection of local food and craft beer, an artisan market meets cultural revival, featuring handcrafted leatherwood, unique jewelry, vintage clothing, herbal apothecary, kitchen wares, modern-folk pop art, magic performance, tintype antique photography, yoga, a spectacle of badassery with purpose known as South East Women Wrestlers, all our favorite B’s with the Bluegrass brunch- booze, biscuits and banjos courtesy of Georgia Mountain String Band, guided river expeditions and the Gospel Brunch for One and All, featuring a host of the weekend’s artists and even you (bring your instrument).
THE WORKSHOPS: ASW Distillery tasting, featuring Fiddler Bourbon, Resurgens Rye, Duality Double Malt, Tire Fire Single Malt, and Armour & Oak Apple Brandy (free),  Creature Comforts’ Taste of the South bottle collection tasting (free), Fire + Flavor Grill Experience, featuring Chef Patrick Fosgate (free), carry your positive affirmations on your wrist by making your own Mala bracelet ( $20), explore the world of herbal infusions with Cedarhill Homestead ($15), craft your own path to relaxation with an herbal bath bomb class ($15), learn about the healing properties of native plants and have a place to hang them on an herb drying mobile ($15) a portion of the proceeds will be donated to United Plant Savers, and take your mixology game from the Garden to the Glass when Cherokee Moon Mixology brings botanically-inspired cocktails, featuring Cathead Distillery and other spirits home ($15).
Celebrating what’s old is new again, Wildwood Revival embraces its history as a cultural revival; making it a true antithesis to what people have come to think of festivals. The intimate gathering is returning September 27th through 29th on historic Cloverleaf Farm just outside of Athens, Georgia. All ticket options to Wildwood Revival include three full days of music and are still available. VIP tickets include access to a 7,000- square foot Antebellum Mansion that includes gourmet catered meals, complimentary alcohol, private restrooms, and an outdoor courtyard. The farm opens Friday at 12 p.m. and music starts at 4 p.m. Tickets start at $92.

More Information:

https://wildwoodrevival.com/

2019 Epicenter Festival

Date: Friday, May 10th to Sunday, May 12th

Time: Varies

About: The music performance times and Campers’ Pre-Party details are now available for the debut of Epicenter, May 10, 11 and 12 at the newly created Rockingham Festival Grounds in Richmond County, NC. The new 3-day destination music experience will feature a massive lineup of top rock acts performing on five stages, including Foo Fighters, Tool, Korn, Rob Zombie, Judas Priest, Bring Me The Horizon, The Cult, 311, Evanescence, Bush, +LIVE+ and dozens more. Festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents is proud to announce a collaboration with Metallica’s Blackened Whiskey and Enter Night Pilsner. Blackened, a super-premium American whiskey blend, crafted by the late Master Distiller Dave Pickerell and finished in the earth shattering music of Metallica, and Enter Night Pilsner, a collaboration with the rockstars of craft brewing Stone Brewing Company, will come together under one roof to offer guests a one-of-kind musical festival experience. The massive Boilermaker pop-up will feature a Blackened & Enter Night Boilermaker, as well as craft cocktails and ice-cold Enter Night Pilsner. This exciting collaboration marks the latest in a long line of amplified guest experiences only available through Danny Wimmer Presents music festivals. More info to come. Epicenter will feature afterhours programming and enhanced onsite experiences, along with a wide variety of food and beverage offerings, and various camping options and amenities. General Admission, VIP tickets, and camping packages for Epicenter are on sale now.

More Information:

https://epicenterfestival.com/

May 2019 Atlanta United Tailgate

Date: Sunday, May 12th

Time: 11 am

About: Join Atlanta Sport and Social Club and 680 The Fan Atlanta’s Sports Station on Sunday, May 12th in the parking lot next to Park Bar as we gear up for Atlanta United FC vs Orlando City SC! Our pregame tailgate party is the BEST way to get you game ready. Tickets include complimentary Margaritas from Lunazul Tequila, beer from Modelo Especial, food, and live music from All That. Plus we’ve got all your favorite tailgate games, along with a few special surprise giveaways throughout the afternoon. RSVP required for entry, please see below.

More Information:

https://www.bigtickets.com/events/assc/Lunazul-tailgate-series/

2019 Atlanta Grilled Cheese Festival

Date: Saturday, April 13th

Time: 11 am

About: A FOOD FESTIVAL OF DELICIOUS PROPORTIONS. We’re taking a whole day, dedicated to celebrate everyone’s favorite sandwich! Restaurants from all over Atlanta will be serving up bites of melty, cheesy, goodness over the course of the day for your tasting pleasure! Try a few, or try them all and cast your vote for Best Grilled Cheese in Atlanta! There are two sessions, early session at 11:30 am and afternoon session starting at 2:30 pm. In addition to delicious eats, we’ve got an awesome lineup of frosty brews, live local music, and all kinds of contests and activities to keep you entertained throughout the day. Tickets Include admission to the event, (3) complimentary Grilled Cheese Samples, plus live music, access to our Adult Game Zone and Beer Garden.
What do you get: General Admission tickets include admission to the event, (3) complimentary Grilled Cheese Samples, plus live music, access to our Adult Game Zone and Beer Garden. Ticket Ranges $18 – $35. Benefits Releash Atlanta.

More Information:

https://www.atlantagrilledcheese.com/