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RIVAL ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS BIG NIGHT OUT FEAT. LAKE STREET DIVE & MARVELOUS 3

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/12/25

Hosted at the Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark, the Event is Part of a Series of Concerts Under the Stars in Public Spaces

Call off your dogs and grab your freak of the week because Big Night Out is back as a two-part story featuring Lake Street Dive and Marvelous 3, October 03 and 04 at the Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark. Presented by Atlanta festival producer Rival Entertainment, Big Night Out is a series of concerts under the stars in public places, which has included last year’s An Evening with CAKE, Big Boi, Futurebirds, Marcus King Trio, Moon Taxi, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, and others. 

Lake Street Dive, the genre-blending band with a sound described as “if the Beatles and Motown had a party,” will get the party started- headling night one. Hometown heroes Marvelous 3, who have recently enjoyed a resurgence and have recently played three sold-out nights at The Tabernacle to celebrate their 25th anniversary, will close out the festivities on night two. Additional details, including special guests, will be released soon.

Located at the Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark on the Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail, which hosted last year’s near-capacity crowd, organizers are encouraging fans to take advantage of the proximity of the venue to several landmarks such as Inman Park (.3 miles), Ponce City Market (.5 miles), Krog Market (.6 miles), and Piedmont Park (1.2 miles). While the event will be walkable for many, there will also be a complimentary bicycle valet, ride-share drop-off locations, and nearby parking.

General Admission and VIP ticket options for Big Night Out will go on sale Friday, May 16, through Rival Entertainment at Big Night Out. Lake Street Dive has partnered with PLUS1, donating $1 per ticket to First Peoples Fund and their work supporting artists and culture bearers helping Native communities heal and thrive, and the PLUS1 LA Fires Fund, providing critical relief and long-term recovery support for individuals, families, and communities impacted by the devastating LA wildfires.  Big Night Out is an all-ages event. Free admission for children under seven with a ticketed adult.

Big Night Out is produced by Rival Entertainment. Visit www.BigNightOutATL.com for the most up-to-date information. Stay connected on Facebook @RivalEntertainmentATL and Instagram at @RivalEntertainment. Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark is located at 830 Willoughby Way, Atlanta, Georgia.

BLAVITY FEST 2025

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/25/25

May 31-June 1

Lee + White West End

From visionary speakers to gospel greats, immersive art to beauty villages, Blavity Fest 2025 is where Black culture, innovation, and community collide. Arriving May 31–June 1 in Atlanta’s West End at the vibrant Lee + White development, the two-day cultural experience is poised to be the premier destination for Black joy, empowerment, and excellence this spring.

The Lineup: A Cultural Powerhouse of Talent

Saturday, May 31

2 Chainz (Headliner)

Tiffany Aliche, Karen Civil, Devi Brown, Mattie James, Dr. Raquel Martin, and Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye, to name a few, will lead dynamic sessions on financial empowerment, brand-building, wellness, inclusive beauty, mental health, and thriving in life and business.

Sunday, June 1

Kirk Franklin (Headliner)

Marsai Martin, Keith Lee, Morgan DeBaun, and others bring depth and authenticity to key cultural conversations.

What’s New & Unmissable at Blavity Fest 2025

The Black Art Popup – A collaborative curation from The Black Boy Art Show and The Black Art Show featuring bold works from Atlanta-based Black artists

21Ninety & Grind Pretty Beauty Experience – On-site braiding, nail design, and beauty vendors celebrating Black-owned brands

Off the Shelves Marketplace – Curated with The Village Market ATL, this thriving bazaar of 20+ Black-owned businesses offers a chance to shop, connect, and invest in the community.

“The Spin-Off” DJ Battle – A high-energy, crowd-voted competition that brings top DJs head-to-head on the Main Stage.

“Up Next” Artist Showcase – Spotlighting the hottest emerging Black talent in music and performance arts.

Blavity Fest Idea Hour Pitch Competition – Young entrepreneurs speed-pitching live on stage for a chance to win a $5,000 grant from Blavity.org

Three Immersive Stages. One Unforgettable Weekend.

Main Stage – Iconic performances and keynote conversations.

Blavity Idea Exchange House – Fireside chats, business bootcamps, and real-talk panels.

Summit21 House – A dynamic space for Black women to explore beauty, wellness, wealth, and entrepreneurship.

Tickets & Access Tiers

General: $135 – Full festival access (Main Stage, Idea Exchange House, both days)

General + Summit21: $185 – Adds access to all Summit21 House programming

VIP: $350 – Dedicated lounge, fast-track entry, reserved seating, and premium giveaways

Get tickets now at: blavityfest.com

EXPERIENTIAL ADVENTURE CANDYTOPIA IS COMING BACK TO ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/26/21

Colossal Candy Creations, Flying Unicorn Pigs and Marshmallow Tsunamis to Invade Atlanta in June

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

 Candytopia—which has delighted over a million and a half guests across the country with its candy-themed, sensational adventure—is coming back! The limited-run engagement beginning June 11th, marks the first time Candytopia has chosen to revisit a city, thanks to the monumental success surrounding its Atlanta debut in 2019.  That year, tickets sold out almost instantly and the Candytopia team extended its stay twice to accommodate more guests – nearly 250,000 in 6 months. When the doors open next month, Candytopia will showcase the most popular attractions from past locations along with new and captivating elements guaranteed to delight guests of all ages. It will be located at 3330 Piedmont Road NE, next to Disco Kroger in central Buckhead. “We’re thrilled to be returning to the city of Atlanta where we were so warmly welcomed in 2019. We’ve created an updated experience that our guests will find familiar, but with plenty of new surprises to discover,” said John Goodman, the CEO of Youtopia Entertainment.

For anyone who’s ever dreamed of scoring a Golden Ticket or traveling through Candyland, Candytopia transports guests to an imaginative fantasyland with a one-of-a-kind immersive experience that beckons you to soak in the wonder. Candytopia features more than a dozen environments filled with larger-than-life interactive art installations and full sensory experiences. As they travel through each area, guests are treated to a variety of packaged candy samples, including some nostalgic favorites, and many sweet surprises. 

Since its inception in 2018 in Santa Monica, Candytopia has enchanted scores of joy-seekers in major cities across the country including Santa Monica, New York, Miami and Houston. Tickets have sold out quickly in every market. Candytopia has amassed a huge following of guests of all ages and A-list celebrities including: Usher Drew Barrymore, Gwyneth Paltrow, Rick Ross, Bruce Willis, Adam Sandler, Kevin Durant, Josh Duhamel, Christina Aguilera, Wiz Khalifa, Hilary Duff, Jessica Biel, T.I.and Tiny.

Candytopia Atlanta will open to the public on June 11, 2021.  Tickets must be purchased in advance and will officially be on sale today May 25, 2021. Those seeking more information or to register for early ticket access should visit: www.candytopia.com. 

TICKET PRICES:

Adults: $28

Kids (4-12): $20

Kids (3 and under): Free

PIVOT YOUR SUMMER PLANS, FRIENDS IS POPPING INTO ATLANTA THIS JULY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/21/21

Tickets on Sale This Friday, May 21 2021 at 3pm

UPDATE: Extended through September 26th

After successful runs in New York and Chicago, the wildly popular FRIENDS Experience, originally created for the show’s 25th anniversary, is heading South! From July 15 through Sept. 6, fans can celebrate their favorite FRIENDS characters and revisit some of the series’ most iconic moments with this two-story enhanced experience created by Superfly X, Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Warner Bros. Television Group.

“The One in Atlanta” will be located at Perimeter Pointe in Sandy Springs at 1155 Mount Vernon Highway, NE. Ticket prices start at $32.50, plus taxes and fees, and go on sale, Friday, May 21 at 3 p.m. EST exclusively at www.FriendsTheExperience.com. Guests can reserve a timed entry with hours found here. The experience also includes an extensive FRIENDS retail store featuring exclusive product that will be accessible without a ticket.

Oh..My..Gawd…The interactive space features 12 nostalgia-packed rooms and activations including the iconic FRIENDS fountain and Central Perk with the legendary orange couch. The FRIENDS Experience provides opportunities to explore the show’s history and re-create your favorite moments. Peek around Rachel and Monica’s purple door, relax in Chandler and Joey’s recliner, help with the infamous sofa pivot scene and so much more.

“We are excited to bring The Friends Experience to Atlanta this summer, giving fans the unique opportunity to step inside the world of FRIENDS and relive their favorite moments from the iconic series,” said Jonathan Mayers, Founder and CEO of Superfly X. “We expect this to be the first of many experiences we bring to Atlanta, an important market for Superfly X.”

To ensure a safe environment for all staff and guests, The FRIENDS Experience is currently continuing COVID-19 protocols throughout the space including, but not limited to social distancing, requiring masks, non-invasive temperature checks and thorough cleaning and sanitization measures. Learn more about the enhanced cleaning and safety measures as well as additional experience details at www.FriendsTheExperience.com.

Friends fans be sure to catch “Friends: The Reunion” special available to stream on HBO Max on Thursday, May 27 and, in the meantime, fans can stream all 236 episodes of the original beloved series on the platform now.

UNCORKED ATLANTA WINE FESTIVAL 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/17/21

Saturday, June 19th from Noon to 4 pm

Park Tavern

Tickets: here.

Join us on Saturday, June 19th for the next edition of Uncorked Atlanta Wine Festival at beautiful Park Tavern overlooking Piedmont Park.
From 12:00pm – 4:00pm enjoy complimentary wine and craft beer tastings (over 50 varieties), music performances, and fun wine-themed activations.
Tickets Include:
-Souvenir Uncorked Atlanta Tasting Glass
-Complimentary Wine and Craft Beer Tastings (50+ varieties)
-DJ and Music
-Food Available for Purchase
Pricing Information:
SUPER EARLY: $30 – First 300 Tickets
Regular ticket prices increase from $45 – $54 in advance and $60 at the door (if available)