ENJOY THE UNEXPECTED, EVERY VISIT
EDITOR’S PICKS
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
April 11-13
The 89th annual festival in Piedmont Park will feature a juried fine artist market, live music, food and kids activities.
Atlanta Film Festival
April 24-May 4
In its 49th year, this festival screens independent, international, animated, documentary and short films in multiple theaters around Atlanta and offers filmmaker discussions and networking opportunities.
Atlanta Jazz Festival
May 24-26
Piedmont Park hosts one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country over Memorial Day weekend, presenting internationally known artists and aspiring local musicians.
ATLANTA WELCOMES
March 5-9
2025 Alpha South Regional Convention
March 7-12
2025 NRECA PowerXchange and Techadvantage
March 9-12
PDC Summit 2025
March 10-12
PACK EXPO Southeast
March 20-22
The Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting
March 21-23
COSSBA National Conference 2025
March 22-24, 28-30
The Nike Big South National Qualifier 2025
March 28 & 30
2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball South Regional
April 4-6
NSBA 2025 Annual Conference
April 8-10
MRO Americas 2025
April 12-15
CastExpo 2025
April 24-27
2025 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits
April 29-May 2
Unanet Champions Conference 2025
May 3-4
2025 Nike SRVA Regional Championship Tournament
May 6-8
Texprocess Americas & Techtextil North America 2025
May 8-11 Furry Weekend Atlanta 2025
May 13-15
INTERWIRE Trade Expo 2025
May 22-25
2025 MomoCon Anime & Gaming Convention
May 27-30
2025 ACSM Annual Meeting
Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SPRING
Spring is a beautiful time to visit Atlanta. Explore the city’s lush green spaces, scenic hiking and biking trails and vibrant spring blooms. Unwind in nature, take a refreshing fitness class or discover hidden gems throughout the city. Here’s your ultimate guide to spring in Atlanta.
BY JOLEEN PETE
GETTING OUTDOORS
Atlanta offers endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Many local parks and gardens feature scenic trails and greenways, perfect for exploring nature while staying active on foot or by bike. Piedmont Park boasts lush green spaces, multi-purpose trails, a splash pad and a pool for cooling off, all with stunning views of the Midtown skyline.
Shirley Clarke Franklin Park, formerly known as Westside Park and renamed for Atlanta’s 58th mayor, is Atlanta’s largest green space. The park spans 280 acres and offers 2.5 miles of trails for walking, skating, cycling and more. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or recreation, Atlanta’s outdoor spaces have something for everyone.
Enjoy the vibrant colors of spring with a stroll through the gardens at Fernbank Museum of Natural History, The Carter Center, Atlanta History Center and of course, Atlanta Botanical Garden.
Orchid Daze returns to the Fuqua Orchid Center at the garden from Feb. 8 to April 13, showcasing the mesmerizing beauty of orchids through a variety of reflective media. Meanwhile, Atlanta Blooms! brings the garden to life with vibrant color from March 1 to April 30, celebrating spring with breathtaking displays of hundreds of thousands of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses and other perennial blooms.
Whether you’re exploring by foot, bike or scooter, the Atlanta Beltline is a dynamic space where locals and visitors can enjoy the city’s culture, green spaces and connectivity. Spanning approximately 22 miles, the Beltline connects neighborhoods and fosters community through art installations, outdoor events, bustling markets and more. Explore the Eastside Trail for shopping, lively restaurants and stunning skyline views. For a more scenic, nature-filled experience, check out the Westside Trail.
SPRING FESTIVALS
As spring blooms across Atlanta, the city comes alive with vibrant festivals celebrating art, music, food and culture. From colorful flower displays to lively street fairs and outdoor concerts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to embrace the season with a lineup of can’t-miss festivals that make Atlanta a top destination for springtime fun.
404 Day 2025 Celebration!
Celebrate the spirit of Atlanta on April 4 from noon to 9 p.m. with a dance party, music, food and drinks at Piedmont Park for the annual 404 Day celebration. This year’s festival will have multiple stages and events, all while raising funds for Women in Film & Television of Atlanta.
Panda Fest at Atlantic Station
One of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S. is coming to Atlantic Station. Experience the rich traditions of Asian cultures with captivating performances, indulge in mouthwatering dishes from over 400 vendors and street food stalls and immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere filled with pandathemed decorations. Panda Fest takes place on April 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Spring Festival on Ponce
The 14th Annual Spring Festival on Ponce returns to the historic Olmsted Linear Park April 5-6 with over 125 displays of fine arts, crafts and outsider art, made by self-taught artists.
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
Atlanta’s annual celebration of the blooming of its native dogwood trees for 89 years, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival fills Midtown’s Piedmont Park with live music, arts and crafts, food booths and family-friendly activities April 11-13.
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Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
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Atlanta Film Festival
The 49th annual Atlanta Film Festival takes place April 24-May 4 and showcases a variety of feature and short films created by Atlanta talent.
Atlanta Jazz Festival
One of the country’s largest free jazz festivals, the Atlanta Jazz Festival is held annually over Memorial Day weekend in Piedmont Park. This iconic event celebrates the rich heritage and vibrant future of jazz music and features world-renowned musicians, up-andcoming artists and a diverse lineup of performances that showcase the genre’s many styles.
Spring Sports
See the Atlanta Braves play at Truist Park, the Atlanta Hawks play at State Farm Arena and cheer for Atlanta United FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium this spring.
Spring Break
Spending spring break in Atlanta is an exciting mix of adventure, Southern charm and outdoor fun. Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets of Downtown, visiting iconic attractions like Georgia Aquarium and World of Coca-Cola or strolling through local
neighborhoods, there’s something for everyone. The city comes alive in the spring with beautiful blooms at Atlanta Botanical Garden and outdoor adventures at Zoo Atlanta. Catch indoor performances at Center for Puppetry Arts and Alliance Theatre or stroll the galleries at High Museum of Art. With its rich culture, diverse food scene and vibrant nightlife, Atlanta makes for an unforgettable (and fun!) spring break destination.
Start planning your Atlanta spring break trip by purchasing an Atlanta CityPASS, which allows you to save up to 49% on admission to five of Atlanta’s top attractions.
Take a Unique Fitness Class
Don’t let those New Year’s resolutions fall by the wayside now. Atlanta offers many unique and fun fitness classes. Free Fitness on the Field includes signature fitness events and weekly classes such as yoga, boot camp and HIIT workouts and takes place at The Home Depot Backyard at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Georgia Aquarium hosts Wellness by the Water, a 60-minute class in the Oceans Ballroom with views of manta rays and whale sharks. Pickleball is taking over Atlanta and the Painted Pickle is here to make it even more exciting. This “compeatery” is a great place to play, hang out and grab some food—all in one fun-filled venue.
Atlanta Jazz Festival
Wellness by the Water at Georgia Aquarium
•The Joe Gransden Big Band
•Russell Gunn & Blackhawk Quartet
•Derrick Hodge
•Dianne Reeves
•Charles McPherson
•Khari Cabral
•Aneesa Strings
•Takuya Karoda
•Baby Rose
•Kenny Banks Jr.
•Jarrod Lawson
•Ravi Coltrane
•Andromeda Turre
•Brandon Woody
•Tyreek McDole
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JIMMY CARTER’S LEGACY AND IMPACT ON ATLANTA
President Jimmy Carter passed away on Dec. 29, 2024, but his legacy lives on in Atlanta. There are countless memories of how President Carter shaped the world, the city of Atlanta and the state of Georgia. Here are only a few ways and places that you can visit to honor his memory.
BY CAROL CARTER
A PLACE TO GATHER
The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum and The Carter Center are community, national and international gathering places. The library often hosts special exhibits and book signings and global conferences often occur at The Carter Center.
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LIBRARY AND MUSEUM
Thanks to President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter’s decision to put the Carter Presidential Library in Atlanta, the city is one of only 14 others in the United States to have a presidential library. Visit and you can learn about the president’s term in the White House, view a replica of the Oval Office and learn about his and Rosalynn Carter’s worldwide achievements and the president’s early life.
THE CARTER CENTER
The Carter Center, located next door to the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, was founded in 1982 by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in partnership with Emory University to advance peace and health worldwide. The center has helped improve people’s lives in more than 80 countries by resolving conflicts, advancing democracy, human rights and economic
opportunity, preventing diseases, and improving mental health care.
The Carter Presidential Library’s grounds include formal gardens, sculptures and waterfalls tucked between two small lakes. You can stroll through the Rose Garden, home to 40 varieties — including the coral Rosalynn Carter rose — or view the serene Japanese garden, designed by master gardener Kinsaku Nakan.
PEACE BELL
In 2022, a dedication ceremony was held at the Carter Center for a new Japanese bell tower to house the Peace Bell, which was given to President Jimmy Carter in 1985 by the Japanese community to celebrate JapaneseAmerican friendship and President Carter’s efforts to strengthen relations between the two countries. The bell now serves as a symbol of peace at the Carter Center. The tower was constructed under the supervision of Japanese carpenters from the town of Konu.
NOBEL PEACE PRIZE
Atlanta is home to two Nobel Peace Prizes. On Dec. 10, 2002, the Norwegian Nobel Committee awarded Jimmy Carter the Nobel Peace Prize “for his decades of untiring effort to find peaceful solutions to international conflicts, to advance democracy and human rights and to promote economic and social development.” You can see President Carter’s Nobel Peace Prize at the Carter Presidential Library. The city’s other Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and is housed at The King Center.
CIVIL RIGHTS
From his time in the governor’s mansion, Jimmy Carter worked to diversify the political landscape. As governor of Georgia, he increased the number of African American state employees by 25% and appointed more people of color and women to state boards and agencies than any previous governor. He did the same as president.
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK
In 1980, President Carter signed Public Law 96-428, establishing the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Site, which became the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park following the passage of a bill sponsored by Georgia Congressman John Lewis that redesignated the site as a park. It became the MLK, Jr. National Historical Park in 2018.
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GEORGIA FILM OFFICE
In 1973, Georgia Gov. Jimmy Carter established the Georgia Film, Music and Digital Entertainment Office. Today, the Georgia film industry is a $4 billion economic powerhouse, creating countless jobs across the state.
Jimmy Carter served as governor of Georgia from Jan. 12, 1971, until Jan. 14, 1975. Among the legislation that passed during his term was a bill to construct Building A of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority. Georgia World Congress Center was the largest convention center in the country when it opened in 1976, according to the Atlanta History Center, which further notes, “The state authority that planned this center still operates it today, along with Centennial Olympic Park and other surrounding convention and venue resources. Its construction enabled Atlanta to attract more prominent conferences, trade shows and entertainment acts. Within a few years, Atlanta’s convention industry ranked third largest in the U.S., behind New York City and Chicago.”
The Presidential Library and the Carter Center are located right on the Atlanta Beltline, where you can take a stroll before or after visiting.
“I have one life and one chance to make it count” Jimmy Carter
ACCESSIBILITY OPTIONS IN ATLANTA
BY LIESL MERKEL
SENSORY-FRIENDLY OFFERINGS AT ATLANTA ATTRACTIONS
Atlanta has many attractions that offer sensory-friendly tools and special programming. Most are certified sensory-inclusive by KultureCity in an effort to make our visitors’ experiences as inclusive as possible.
• Atlanta Braves: At each Braves home game, a family impacted by autism is invited to enjoy a complimentary, sensory-friendly game experience at Truist Park. These seats, called the “Matt Pack,” include a gift pack and proximity to a quiet space. The Braves Exceptional Fan program offers resources for families to ensure that attending games is comfortable and fun, with a Social Storybook illustrating what to expect and a sensory map. Accessible seating specialists are on staff.
• Center for Puppetry Arts: SensoryFriendly Sundays welcome guests with supportive staff and fidget toys, adjusted lighting, sound-reducing headphones and light-reducing sunglasses. Visitors can enjoy touch tables and guided storytelling and, during shows, sounds are low and consistent. A sensory-friendly Create-A-Puppet Workshop classroom features more table space to create. Guests can visit a quiet area with fidget toys, coloring books and puppets if they need to step away from the show, workshop or museum.
• Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame: Specially prepared kits for guests on the autism spectrum include verbal cue cards, noise-canceling headphones and fidget tools. Weighted lap pads and designated quiet zones add to the amenities, and trained staff are available.
• Children’s Museum of Atlanta: The museum opens early for families with children on the autism spectrum and those with sensory processing disorders. The museum offers a sensory-modified experience on select Sunday mornings, which includes a modified setting, limited admission and sound adjustments.
• Fernbank Museum of Natural History: Early museum access at 9 a.m. provides a quieter experience with indoor access to the exhibitions and outdoor nature experiences one hour before the normal opening. A sensoryfriendly film screening in the Giant Screen Theater is offered at 10:15 a.m. with modified lighting, lowered volume and no need for 3D glasses.
• Georgia Aquarium: Sensory rooms, special hours and sensory bags are offered to accommodate guests. Guests can visit each day until 10 a.m. for low-sensory hours with low lighting, no music and limited microphone usage. Team members get continuous training to offer resources and accommodations to guests.
• Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse: Guests can book a relaxed performance in a judgment-free zone designed especially for those on the autism spectrum or with other sensory-related concerns. Visitors can tour the theater beforehand to get an idea of what to expect, and there will be an artistic conversation with tactile exploration of costume pieces and props. Audience members are allowed to move about during the performance, and a limited number of tickets are sold, freeing more space to move around.
• Sloomoo Institute: A sensory-friendly hour offers limited guest entry and a quieter experience. Headsets are on hand and fun, swimmer-style nose plugs are available if scent is a trigger for guests. Sensory-friendly accommodations are available outside of the dedicated sensory-friendly hour upon request.
• State Farm Arena: Guest services representatives will help visitors with special needs to their seats and direct them to a special sensory room if needed. Sensory bags containing fidget toys, noise-canceling headphones and other resources are available for checkout. Accessible parking is available in all parking decks.
• Mercedes-Benz Stadium: A sensory room is offered in 15 minute increments and sensory kits can be borrowed while guests are at the stadium.
• Michael C. Carlos Museum: Staff are trained to recognize guests with sensory needs and to handle a sensory overload situation. Bags equipped with noisecanceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards and weighted lap pads are also available to guests.
• Zoo Atlanta: Sensory bags containing fidget tools, noise-canceling headphones and other resources, as well as weighted lap pads, are available to borrow. Quiet areas and headphone zones are located throughout the zoo.
These are only a few of the attractions around the city that offer special amenities. For more information and to plan your trip, please visit DiscoverAtlanta.com and check the websites of the individual attractions you want to visit.
ULTIMATE FAMILY FUN FOR ALL AGES
Atlanta is for families — of whatever combination — grandparents, parents, teens, tweens, kids, cousins or aunts. If you want to do something with your favorite relative, here are a few ideas.
BY MARY WELCH
Master the Museums
Atlanta has a number of amazing museums and attractions that are perfect for all generations. Some favorites are the High Museum of Art, Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Children’s Museum of Atlanta, World of Coca-Cola, Zoo Atlanta and National Center for Civil and Human Rights.
Joining these awesome attractions is Atlanta History Center’s Goizueta Children’s Experience. Don’t worry if you haven’t visited it — it just opened in 2025. Goizueta Children’s Experience is a 5,000-square-foot immersive and interactive bilingual exhibition where kids ages 0-8 can explore the theme “Our Great Big City.” It inspires young
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minds to learn about Atlanta’s vibrant history, people, arts and culture.
Try a Performance Alliance Theatre in Midtown hosts Theatre for the Very Young for the tiniest visitors, ages 0-5. Check out “Dinosaur” in the Selig Family Black Box Theatre, March 19–May 4, and help foster a love of live theater with this epic adventure.
The Family That Gets Slimed Together…
While the younger kids will delight in the hands-on play with artisanal slime at Sloomoo Institute Atlanta in Buckhead, the whole family can put on rain gear and get slimed. It’s not celebrities getting slimed on the “Kids Choice Awards,” but it’s close.
Go to a Convention
When a city hosts as many conventions as Atlanta does, it turns out that many are open to the public. The Atlanta International Auto Show is coming to the Georgia World Congress Center from March 20-23. Car lovers of all ages will be excited to see the latest models and take part in the interactive exhibits. MomoCon, May 22-25, brings together fans of Japanese anime, comics, video games and other fan favorites.
Family Sports in the Park
Atlanta has amazing parks, so get a ball, pack a picnic and make it a family outing with a little friendly competition on the side. There is plenty of room for a makeshift soccer, softball or kickball game at Piedmont Park. Nearby is John Howell Park in Virginia Highland, where a permanent volleyball net will certainly spur everyone’s competitive spirit. It’s
never too early to teach youngsters about tennis, and the city has 108 public courts spread across 45 parks.
Tea Time
Who doesn’t love a tea party? Try The Dirty Tea in Virginia Highland, Dr. Bombay’s Underwater Tea Party in Candler Park and The Queen’s Tea Party on Malone Drive. Of course, moms and grandmas are welcome.
Vintage Finds
Spend the afternoon visiting thrift shops or vintage stores looking for stylish gems. The benefit of going to places like Junkman’s Daughter in Little Five Points is that when a teen pulls out a geometric block mini-dress, her grandmother can actually tell her about how she accessorized it when she wore it back in the ’60s. Other great places are Lost ’N Found, the Cathedral Thrift House, Clothing Warehouse, Lucky Exchange and Second Street Ponce.
The Family that Cooks Together
How about going to one of the city’s great restaurants where you cook your own food? Before you go to a show at the Fox Theatre, head to the Melting Pot and put your fork into the communal fondue pot. There are several Asian barbecue places where families cook their dinner over a flaming
smokeless grill. Check out Gyu-Kaku in Atlantic Station, KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot on Howell Mill Road and Char Korean Bar & Grill on North Highland Avenue.
Civil Rights History
It’s never too early to learn about — or remember — the civil rights struggle and Atlanta’s important role in it. Visit The King Center, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights (closed for construction until August 2025) and the Madam CJ Walker Museum. For a fun and informative afternoon, take the Civil Rights Tour as Tom Houck, former chauffeur to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., leads a bus tour that takes you to important and sometimes lesser-known sites while he regales you with inside stories about the events and people behind the Civil Rights Movement.
Up on the Roof
Ponce City Market is a great place for shopping, and the food court is one of the best in the country, but for real fun, go up on the roof where kids can challenge the older generations in games, mini-golf and vintage amusements at Skyline Park and then get a bite to eat and a beverage at Nine Mile Station or 12 Cocktail Bar.
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TAKE IN A SHOW
Spring in Atlanta brings Broadway shows, classical masterpieces, Shakespeare and a rock icon.
BY CAROL CARTER
BROADWAY IN ATLANTA
Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta brings Neil Diamond, Leo Frank and Peter Pan to the Fox Theatre. “A Beautiful Noise,” the story of a kid (Neil Diamond) from Brooklyn who became a rock icon, is on stage March 11-16. “Parade,” April 1-6, finds Leo and Lucille Frank moving to Georgia, where they endure a test of faith. Then, Peter Pan and Tinker Bell take flight April 29-May 4 in “Peter Pan.”
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Orchestral music thrills at Atlanta Symphony Hall when Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) plays Beethoven Symphonies 4 and 7, March 6-9. Vivaldi
wows on March 11 when the ASO performs ”Four Seasons.” March 14 and 15 find the orchestra performing the soundtrack to “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” as the film unfolds on screen. Rimsey-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade” recalls “One Thousand and One Nights” as the ASO performs one of the composer’s most popular works March 27-29.
LOCAL THEATERS
Alliance Theatre’s spring offerings begin March 29 with “The Reservoir,” a comedy about a young man who returns home to help his grandparents, who end up helping him. See it through May 4. “Millions,” May 9-June 15, is a humorous and heartwarming musical about two brothers, a newly widowed father, a train robber and a possible miracle.
Horizon Theatre brings “Carry Your Heart with Me” to the stage March 7-23. The mystery introduces Esther, a stenographer working in a Vietnam-era
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debriefing room. As she captures stories of soldiers just back from the front lines, she finds herself in the middle of an investigation.
Out Front Theatre entertains with “Immediate Family,” March 13-29. It’s about Jesse, who shows up for a family wedding with his new Swedish boyfriend and turns the family reunion into a showdown. Opening May 1, “Trick! The Musical,” based on the cult-classic film, follows the misadventures of two young men trying to make it in the city. It runs through May 17.
Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse presents “The African Company Presents Richard III” in March, followed by “Twelfth Night” in April and Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” in May.
Theatrical Outfit is hosting a theater festival, Launchpad, March 11-23. The festival aims to give voice to new ideas and bring new energy to the theater scene. Four plays will be shown at varying times throughout the festival.
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FILM FESTIVALS AROUND TOWN
Atlanta hosts four film festivals between February and May. In addition to documentaries, short films and animated films, there are workshops and filmmaker talks. Grab a bag of popcorn and enjoy a show.
BY GRANT MERKEL
ATLANTA JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL
Feb. 19-March 6
Returning for its 25th year, the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival will screen films at theaters, including Tara Theatre and The Springs Cinema & Taphouse. The in-person festival occurs Feb. 19-March 6. Some films will be streamed from March 7-16.
ATLANTA FILM FESTIVAL
April 24-May 4
The Atlanta Film Festival returns for its 49th year with a new batch of films and talks from industry experts. The films will be screened at Plaza Theatre and Tara Theatre.
ATLANTA SHORTSFEST
April 15
The Atlanta ShortsFest, or Atlanta Short Film Festival, will screen short films at Landmark Midtown Art Cinema.
ATLANTA MICRO SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
May 10
The Atlanta Micro Short Film Festival features films that run for six minutes or less. Limelight Theater is the headquarters for this festival.
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SEE WHAT’S BLOOMING AT ATLANTA’S ATTRACTIONS THIS SPRING
Spring has sprung in Atlanta, and it is a fantastic time to experience all the exciting and innovative things at the area’s attractions. Mark your calendars for creative finds and check out some offerings this season.
BY MARIA SMITH
ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER
Atlanta History Center is a 33acre facility with historic houses, lush gardens and special events like Homeschool Days and Toddler Storytime. The Goizueta Children’s Experience, an immersive 5,000-square-foot space for kids to explore history through play, debuts this year.
Tip: Get tickets to “Cherokee Garden Library Celebrates 50 Years & Growing with Charlotte Moss” for a lively lecture, book signing and cocktail reception on May 7.
CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS
The Center for Puppetry Arts is a fantastic place for indoor entertainment for the whole family. Check out full-scale, family-friendly productions including: “Galapagos George” (March 5 -16); “Marooned! A Space Comedy” (March 6-16); “Milo the Magnificent” (March 19-30); and “Dr Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat” (April 8-May 25).
Tip: XPT: Xperimental Puppetry Theater offers original puppetry works for adult audiences.
ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN
Atlanta Botanical Garden is a breathtaking 30-acre oasis in Midtown Atlanta featuring an impressive collection of flora. It hosts children’s programs, chef events and special exhibitions, such as: “Orchid Daze: Beauty and Light” (Now-April 13); Atlanta Blooms! (March 1-April 30); Spring Break Family Fun (April 7-11); and Atlanta Haiku Festival (April 19).
Tip: Celebrate all things spring at the Garden Party on March 22 with colorful blooms, live music, craft cocktails and more.
CHICK-FIL-A COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME
Bring your love of football to the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame for a full day of interactive fun. The downtown Atlanta attraction recently unveiled its annual fan-favorite exhibit, the personalized lockers for each new Hall of Fame Class inductee on the Hall’s third floor.
Tip: Enjoy a snack at the full-service Chick-fil-A attached to the College Football Hall of Fame.
FERNBANK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Fernbank is a family-friendly attraction where science, nature and fun meet. This spring, visit “Ultimate Dinosaurs,” a special exhibit using skeletal remains and augmented reality to explore the fascinating species that evolved in South America, Africa and Madagascar (through May 4).
Tip: Don’t miss the IMAX film, “T. REX” showing through May 16.
HIGH MUSEUM OF ART
Experience captivating, inspiring art, including more than 20,000 pieces. This spring, enjoy dynamic exhibitions and engaging community-focused programs. Exhibitions on view this spring include:
“Thinking Eye, Seeing Mind: The Medford and Loraine Johnston Collection” (through May 25); “Ryoji Ikeda: Data-Verse” (March 7-Aug. 10); and “Kim Chong Hak, Painter of Seoraksan” (April 11–Nov. 2).
Tip: Bring your youngest artists to Toddler Thursdays each week for creative explorations of art geared toward those 3 and under.
GEORGIA AQUARIUM
Georgia Aquarium celebrates two decades of wonder in 2025. This spring, it will debut an all-new, game show-themed Sea Lion Presentation slated for April 25. Check out the packed event calendar featuring immersive wellness experiences, themed parties and family-friendly activations.
Tip: Suit up and get into the water during the Shark and Ray Interaction or book a Sea Lion Encounter for a more immersive experience.
SCAD FASH MUSEUM OF FASHION + FILM
Situated within the SCAD Atlanta campus, SCAD FASH concentrates on the future of fashion design. It welcomes visitors to engage with tours, talks and screenings this spring, including: “Sandy Powell’s Dressing the Part: Costume Design for Film” (through March 16) and “Jeanne Lanvin: Haute Couture Heritage” (April 4-Aug. 31).
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MICHAEL C. CARLOS MUSEUM
Visit Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University to experience global art, history and culture. Guests can wander through the intriguing permanent exhibits, get rejuvenated at the Golden Drops Café or check out new exhibitions, including: “Call and Response” (through June 22); “Anonymous Fragments: Timothy Hull” (through June 29); and “This Land Calls Us Home: Indigenous Relationships with Southeastern Homelands” (NowJuly 20).
Tip: Families can request complimentary in-gallery activity bags for interactive fun.
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STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Celebrate spring with interactive activities throughout 3,200 acres of natural beauty. Enjoy panoramic views from Skyride, board the Scenic Railroad or hike up the mountain. Three more fantastic reasons to visit this spring include: Spring FUN Break (April 5–April 13); Dino Fest (March 8–April 20) and Latino Family Festival (April 26–27 and May 3–4).
Tip: Register your 3-to 5-year-old for a free 2025 Pre-K Season Pass to enjoy unlimited visits to Stone Mountain Park this year.
WORLD OF COCA-COLA
Visit World of Coca-Cola and see the Coca-Cola secret formula vault, behindthe-scenes of the bottling process and hundreds of Coke artifacts. The attraction’s newest exhibit, “Icons,” lets visitors learn about the brand’s legendary history and includes photo-worthy opportunities.
Tip: Stop by Bottle Cap Cafe, just outside this attraction, to grab a tasty treat.
WILLIAM BREMAN JEWISH HERITAGE MUSEUM
The Breman is devoted to telling the resilient story of southern Jewish history and culture. Enjoy MAZEL! The Levison Family Music Series on March 23.
Tip: The Breman is next door to Center for Puppetry Arts, making it easy to hit two of Atlanta’s top attractions.
ZOO ATLANTA
Zoo Atlanta is home to hundreds of animals representing more than 200 species, many of which are endangered. Spring is a great time to try Treetop Trail, an aerial two-level challenge course inside the zoo.
Tip: Add a Wild Encounter behind-the-scenes experience with some of Zoo Atlanta’s most loved animals for a memory-making visit.
VILLA RICA’S PINE MOUNTAIN GOLD MUSEUM
Take a day trip to Villa Rica just outside Atlanta to check out the Pine Mountain Gold Museum. Learn more about the Southern Gold Rush, take a ride on the Golden Nugget engine, pan for gemstones and gold, hike and explore historic ruins at this unique destination.
Tip: Be sure to purchase local honey from their bees located right on Pine Mountain.
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CALENDARIO DE CONCIERTOS EN ATLANTA 2025
Atlanta es una ciudad vibrante con una escena musical envidiable y una impresionante variedad de lugares para conciertos que ofrecen experiencias únicas para todo tipo de fanáticos. Desde estadios de talla mundial hasta teatros íntimos con historia, estos son algunos de los mejores sitios para disfrutar de la música en vivo en la ciudad.
POR DANIELA CINTRON
State Farm Arena
Ubicado en el corazón de Atlanta, el State Farm Arena es el hogar de los Atlanta Hawks y un epicentro de eventos musicales. Con una capacidad de más de 17,000 personas, este recinto ha recibido a artistas de la talla de Beyoncé, Bad Bunny, Luis Miguel y Marc Anthony. Su diseño moderno y opciones gastronómicas de primera hacen que cada concierto sea una experiencia inolvidable.
Próximamente: J Balvin el 20 de Marzo, Ivan Cornejo el 9 de Mayo, Shakira el 2 de Junio
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Si hablamos de espectáculos masivos, el Mercedes-Benz Stadium es la joya de la corona. Con una capacidad que supera las 70,000 personas, este estadio ha sido sede de giras icónicas como las de Taylor Swift, Karol G y The Rolling Stones. Su innovador techo retráctil y su impresionante sistema de sonido lo convierten en uno de los mejores lugares para conciertos en el país.
Próximamente: Kendrick Lamar and SZA el 29 de Abril; Metallica, Pantera, and Suicidal Tendencies el 3 de Junio; Beyoncé el 10 y 11 de Julio
The Tabernacle
Para quienes buscan una experiencia más íntima pero llena de energía, The Tabernacle es una buena opción. Este antiguo templo convertido en sala de conciertos tiene capacidad para unas 2,600 personas y ofrece una acústica impresionante. Artistas como The Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Becky G y Prince han pisado su escenario.
State Farm Arena
Próximamente: Caifanes el 25 de Febrero, Duki el 14 de Mayo, Melendi el 11 de Junio, Natalia Lafourcade el 19 de Octubre
Coca-Cola Roxy
Ubicado en The Battery Atlanta, el Coca-Cola Roxy es un venue de estilo club con una capacidad para 3,600 personas. Perfecto para conciertos de rock, pop y hip-hop, este recinto ofrece una cercanía con los artistas que pocos otros lugares pueden igualar. Aquí se han presentado artistas como Juanes, Luis Fonsi y Mon Laferte.
Próximamente: Elvis Crespo el 1 de Marzo, Christine D’Clario el 2 de Marzo, Tito Double P el 5 de Marzo
Buckhead Theatre
Este histórico teatro de Buckhead combina el encanto del viejo mundo con un sistema de sonido de última generación. Con capacidad para alrededor de 1,800 personas, ha albergado tanto a artistas emergentes como a leyendas como Charlie Zaa, Feid y Morat.
Próximamente: Alvaro Torres el 22 de Marzo, Los Toreros Muertos el 6 de Abril, Draco Rosa el 8 de Abril
The Masquerade
Un ícono en la escena alternativa de Atlanta, The Masquerade es conocido por sus tres escenarios temáticos: Heaven, Hell y Purgatory (Cielo, Infierno y Purgatorio).
Este lugar es perfecto para los amantes del rock, el punk y la música indie.
Próximamente: Los Amigos Invisibles el 21 de Marzo, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso el 27 de Abril
Terminal West
Ubicado en el Westside de Atlanta, Terminal West es un lugar moderno y vibrante con un diseño industrial y un sistema de sonido de primera. Con capacidad para alrededor de 600 personas, este espacio es ideal para conciertos íntimos de géneros como el indie, el electrónico y el hip-hop.
Proximamente: Ximena Sariñana el 10 de Mayo
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Si buscas una experiencia de concierto
más elegante y refinada, el Cobb Energy
Performing Arts Centre es el lugar ideal. Este teatro de primer nivel, que ha sido escenario para Reik, Silvestre Dangond, Victor Manuelle y Natalia Jimenez, es conocido por su acústica impecable y su ambiente sofisticado, perfecto para presentaciones de jazz, música clásica y espectáculos teatrales.
Proximamente: Alejandra Guzman el 3 de Abril, Franco Escamilla el 28 de Abril, Intocable el 16 de Agosto
Gas South Arena
Situado a 30 millas al sur de Atlanta, el Gas South Arena es un lugar versátil con capacidad para más de 13,000 personas.
Ha sido sede de conciertos de grandes artistas como Don Omar y Los Ángeles Azules y ofrece una experiencia de entretenimiento completa con opciones para comer y disfrutar a sus alrededores.
Proximamente: Rauw Alejandro el 24 de Mayo, Alejandro Fernandez el 19 de Junio, Palomazo Norteño el 22 de Junio, Tigres del Norte el 13 de Septiembre
Desde grandes estadios hasta teatros íntimos, Atlanta tiene espacios especiales para conciertos que se convertirán en memorias. No importa si eres fanático del pop, el rock, el hip-hop o la música clásica, Atlanta siempre tiene un show esperandote.
The Tabernacle
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Coca-Cola Roxy
COCA-COLA
EXPLORE THESE ASIAN RESTAURANTS
Flavors from the Far East hit all the right notes at these Atlanta restaurants. Global flavors go far beyond our multicultural hub on Buford Highway – which is not to be missed. Dive in as we explore some of the hottest spots and award-winning destinations for Asian cuisine in the ATL.
BY DISCOVER ATLANTA EDITORIAL TEAM
CHINESE
Gu’s Kitchen
Try Sichuan street food at Gu’s Kitchen on Buford Highway. Taste the sweet and spicy Zhong-style dumplings, passed down to chef Gu from an 1839 recipe by Shaobai Zhong, and make room for the handmade thick noodles.
Hsu’s Gourmet
Hsu’s is Downtown’s beloved Chinese restaurant of choice, having served celebrities, busy workers and travelers for more than 35 years. Dine on fresh
and delicious Szechuan and Cantonese cuisine from this friendly, family-run restaurant.
LanZhou Ramen
LanZhou Ramen satisfies customers with authentic, hand-pulled noodles and soup dumplings in its Buford Highway location. The MICHELINRecommended destination also features traditional Chinese appetizers and specialty dishes.
Masterpiece
The MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant in Duluth lacks frills but makes up for it with chef Riu Lui’s tongue-tingling Sichuan dishes.
Urban Hai
An array of appetizers, small plates and shareable dishes represent many types of Chinese regional cuisines at Urban Hai in Midtown.
Xi’an Gourmet House (Midtown)
MICHELIN-Recommended Xi’an Gourmet House (Midtown) offers counter service as eager customers find glorious hand-pulled biang biang noodles, shrimp,
lamb or pork dumplings and fresh salads, all from the Xi’an region of China.
FILIPINO
Estrellita
Bringing the flavors of the Philippines to Grant Park, Estrellita showcases family recipes, which earned the restaurant a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand rating.
Kamayan ATL - Filipino Restaurant
Find authentic and brilliant flavors from chef Mia Orino’s Kamayan ATL on Buford Highway. The MICHELIN-Recommended dining destination presents copious spreads of Filipino favorites. Save room for the ube churros or the fanciful Halo Halo with shaved ice and condensed milk.
INDIAN Botiwalla
This Indian street grill is found in Ponce City Market and is the brainchild of chef Meherwan Irani.
Chai Pani Decatur
MICHELIN-Recommended Chai Pani serves fun, affordable Indian street food in the diverse city of Decatur as chef Meherwan Irani dishes out chaat (street
snacks), thalis, Indian sandwiches and self-proclaimed “mind-blasting” desserts.
Zyka: The Taste
Since 1997, Zyka has served Hyderabadi-style cuisine to hungry Atlantans in Decatur.
INDONESIAN
WIN - Taste of Bali
Experience Bali in Atlanta with the signature rijsttafel, which features a feast of multiple dishes paired with fried rice, or order a la carte beautiful seafood platters, crispy duck and ribs, all scented with Indonesian spices.
JAPANESE
Hayakawa
At Hayakawa in West Midtown, a MICHELIN-star restaurant, chef Atsushi Hayakawa sources his fish from Tokyo’s toyosu market to create a unique Japanese sushiya experience rarely found outside of Japan.
MF Sushi
The Kinjo brothers have been known in the Atlanta community for years, and their Inman Park location is nothing short of poetic. Expect meticulously crafted rolls and an exclusive omakase experience at the sushi bar.
MUJŌ
The MICHELIN-star MUJŌ offers a modern, edomae-style sushi-ya. Executive chef J. Trent Harris now serves an omakase-only tasting experience at MUJŌ.
Nakato
Nakato has called Atlanta home for more than 45 years. With celebrated sushi, high-flying hibachi, omakase and private tatami dining, Nakato is a mustvisit destination.
O by Brush
Behind the counter, chef Jason Liang presents his interpretation of omakase with Taiwanese and Japanese influences at O by Brush, which earned a MICHELIN Star in 2024.
Omakase
Table
Chef Leonard Yu recently reopened his MICHELIN-starred restaurant in a new location in Buckhead, with dishes like Wagyu beef poached in a sukiyaki sauce with a quail egg and uni gohan with otoro.
Tomo Japanese Restaurant
MICHELIN-Recommended Tomo Japanese Restaurant in Buckhead offers an omakase experience focusing
on plated courses and sushi with a personalized experience.
KOREAN
Han Il Kwan
The MICHELIN-Recommended Han Il Kwan serves traditional Korean recipes such as comforting stews, spicy soups and fresh grilled fish.
Heirloom Market BBQ
Heirloom Market BBQ blends Southern barbecue with Korean marinades and spices, creating a uniquely distinct package in this pickup-only destination in a northern suburb of Atlanta. From spicy Korean pork to tender brisket and both traditional Southern and kimchi slaw, guests can create a diverse plate of flavors at this MICHELIN Bib Gourmand spot.
Kwan’s Deli and Korean Kitchen
Aside from the American breakfast, deli sandwiches and salads, this casual corner shop offers authentic Korean dishes in the heart of Downtown. Regulars can’t stop talking about the bulgogi and kimchi.
Woo Nam Jeong (Stone Bowl House)
Situated in a nondescript shopping center on Buford Highway, MICHELINRecommended Woo Nam Jeong serves traditional Korean fare.
LAOTIAN
Snackboxe Bistro
MICHELIN-Recommended Snackboxe Bistro in Duluth introduced Laotian food to the Atlanta community with heaps of fried wings tossed in jeow bong sauce, steaming vermicelli curry soup and pork belly laap.
MALAYSIAN
Food Terminal
MICHELIN-Recommended Food Terminal reflects the cuisine of Malaysia with a gigantic menu of choices, quite heavy in Asian-style street food. Locations include Atlanta’s Westside and Buford Highway.
THAI
Nan Thai Fine Dining
This award-winning restaurant in Midtown offers traditional sautéed rice, meats and noodles, worthy intros for the uninitiated.
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HAYAKAWA
Hayakawa
Han Il Kwan
Talat Market
Chefs Parnass Lim Savang and Rod Lassiter’s Talat Market in Summerhill uses traditional techniques to create vibrant flavors. The MICHELIN-Recommended restaurant offers brilliant tapioca pork dumplings, smoked beef short ribs and seafood pancakes.
Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft
For many Atlantans, chef DeeDee Niyomkul’s first Thai foray, Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft, was the gateway into contemporary Southeast Asian cuisine.
VIETNAMESE
Le Colonial
Exquisite execution and attention to detail is the hallmark of the FrenchVietnamese concept at Le Colonial. Spicy soups and curry play well with small plates of shrimp and pork rolls touched with Vietnamese spices in this Buckhead Village restaurant.
Lee’s Bakery
For years, locals have flocked to this tiny spot off Buford Highway for affordable bánh mì, pho, specialty plates and smoothies. Mr. and Mrs. Lee prepare their Vietnamese sandwiches with freshly baked bread prepared in-house, which is why it’s been consistently voted the best bánh mì in the city.
Nam Phuong
Consistently awarded as one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in America, MICHELIN-Recommended, Nam Phuong brings an authentic dining experience with traditional flavors. Try and tear yourself away from the fish sauce-glazed chicken wings, braised duck soup and more.
BEST PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK OUTSIDE IN ATLANTA THIS SPRING
Atlanta’s beautiful weather makes it easy to enjoy a meal or drink outdoors during springtime.
9 Mile Station: Located atop Ponce City Market, 9 Mile Station is a sleek indoor and outdoor restaurant with spectacular views of the city’s skyline.
BeetleCat: Just a block away from the Atlanta Beltline, BeetleCat features internationally inspired seafood that is enjoyed best on the energetic patio.
Bread and Butterfly: Begin the day with European-inspired cafe creations and at night, indulge in flavors inspired by the African diaspora and cultures around the world. The chic patio offers space for conversations.
Drawbar: Excellent drinks, friendly service and a voguish atmosphere describe one of Atlanta’s newest lounges in the heart of West Midtown. The patio offers stunning views of the city skyline.
Establishment: Enjoy live music in the ample outdoor space while sipping a cocktail carefully crafted by experienced in-house mixologists.
Forza Storico: Sit at the bustling patio while sipping the popular smoked Old Fashioned and indulging in an exquisite house-made tagliatelle.
Grana: There’s nothing like a woodfired Neapolitan pizza, a meatball flight and a satisfying cannoli. Grana brings Italy to Midtown, offering perfect spaces to dine on the patio or rooftop.
Gypsy Kitchen: Indulge in endless
tapas and pitchers of sangria at this Spanish-influenced restaurant. Located in Buckhead Village District, Gypsy Kitchen has one of the most popular patios in the area.
South City Kitchen: A sophisticated contemporary Southern menu showcases signature dishes in four locations around the city. Don’t miss the fried green tomatoes. The Buckhead location’s patio is always a vibrant option.
The CHASTAIN: This New American bistro in Chastain Park serves light breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sit outdoors under the stars for a fresh take on comfort food and the best of Southern cuisine.
The Optimist: Enter this seaside fish camp experience in West Midtown for high-quality, sustainable seafood. The Optimist offers a beautiful outdoor space to enjoy fresh oysters, trout and scallops.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Enjoy a classic steak dinner at this Downtown destination inside Embassy Suites at Centennial Park. The expansive patio offers stunning views of Centennial Olympic Park.
White Oak Kitchen & Cocktails: The Downtown restaurant has an impressive collection of whiskies and bourbons along with seasonal Southern fare and an elevated patio.
- Discover Atlanta Editorial Team
Kamayan ATLFilipino Restaurant
South City Kitchen
BEST FARMERS MARKETS AROUND THE CITY
Connect with the farmers and crafters who provide the freshest produce and most unique artisan goods while you’re in our city. See below for some of our farmers markets around Atlanta.
BY LIESL MERKEL
East Atlanta Village Farmers Market
This community-driven market features locally grown vegetables and fruits, organic meats, dairy and fresh eggs, artisan-produced bread and other delicacies. The Edible Learning Garden offers education and workshops.
When: Thursdays, 4-8 p.m., starting March 27
Where: 572 Stokeswood Ave. SE
Freedom Farmers Market
Located in The Carter Center’s parking lot, the year-round market offers organic produce, coffee, fresh eggs, grass-fed meats and more, not to mention local chefs with prepared foods and live music.
When: Every Saturday morning, year-round, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: The Carter Center
Grant Park Farmers Market
This popular market features weekly demonstrations from top chefs in the South, locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, snacks, and jams and jellies.
When: Sunday mornings, year-round, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Grant Park, across the street from the Beacon Atlanta
Morningside Farmers Market
Morningside Farmers Market is the first and only farmers market in Atlanta that requires all produce to be certified organic. You’ll find stands featuring soups, cookies and pastries, heirloom garlic, wild plums and coldpressed juices.
When: Every Saturday, 8-11:30 a.m.
Where: Morningside Presbyterian Church
Peachtree Road Farmers Market
The largest producer-only metro Atlanta farmers market offers chef demonstrations, kids’ programs and a weekly rotation of more than 60 local vendors selling produce, meats, unique jams, sauces and crafts.
When: Saturday mornings, 8:30 a.m.12 p.m., starting March 1
Where: Cathedral of St. Philip in Buckhead
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Grant Park Farmers Market
Pullman Yards Chefs Market
Chefs Market celebrates its one-year anniversary on March 15 from 2-8 p.m. Normally a nighttime event, this market will feature more than 30 vendors, music, games and more. Other Chefs Market events happen on Friday nights, and there is a wide range of food vendors offering farm fresh goodies, street food and global cuisine. Entry is free and family-friendly.
When: Friday nights, 6-11 p.m. Upcoming nights are Mercado De La Noche (March 21), Asian Night Market (March 28), Chefs Market and SweetWater 420 Fest Battle of the Bands Final Round (April 5)
Where: Pullman Yards
Piedmont Park Green Market
This Midtown market offers regionally grown produce, farm-fresh meats, artisan cheeses and baked goods, as well as locally prepared food, artisan goods, live music, chef demos and a kid-friendly activity area.
When: Saturday mornings starting March 29
Where: Inside the Piedmont Park entrance at 12th Street and Piedmont Avenue.
The Municipal Market
Referred to as the Curb Market by locals, the indoor market in Sweet Auburn houses offerings that range from fresh produce and seafood to butchers and even handcrafted chocolates. The market also is home to popular eateries.
When: Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: The Municipal Market Downtown
Your Dekalb Farmers Market
This huge indoor market showcases 450 varieties of fresh seafood, a coffee shop with more than 60 different freshly roasted coffees, an onsite bakery with whole grain bread, muffins and cakes made from scratch, more than 500 types of cheese, over 700 varieties of wines and fresh exotic flowers. You’ll also find produce from all over the world. Cash and debit cards are accepted, but not credit cards.
When: Each day, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: 3000 East Ponce de Leon Ave. in Decatur
NEW LUXURY SHOPPING STORES AND BOUTIQUES
Phipps Plaza in Buckhead is one of Atlanta’s luxury shopping destinations and recently underwent a transformation that includes a new food hall, green space and luxury tenants. Lenox Square, located across Peachtree Road from Phipps, also welcomes many new luxury stores.
LENOX SQUARE
Now Open
• Skims*: Co-founded by Kim Kardashian and Jens Grede for the next generation of women’s underwear, loungewear and shapewear
• The Webster*: Luxury fashion through the vision of Laure Hériad Dubreuil
Coming Soon
• Good American*: Founded by Khloé Kardashian and Emma Grede for all bodies, all sizes
• Rowan: Provides ear piercing services by nurses only
• AllSaints*: British fashion retailer selling menswear, womenswear, footwear and accessories
PHIPPS PLAZA
Now Open
• Hermes*: Carries the luxury brand’s apparel, handbags, scarves and other accessories
Coming Soon
• Loewe: Spanish luxury fashion house specializing in leather goods, clothing and perfumes
• Vacheron Constantin*: The highest quality Swiss luxury watches for men and women
*Only location in Georgia
Visit the Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta for special Spring in Bloom events, including meeting the Easter Bunny on select dates. A new Buckle store opening in the spring will offer casual fashions for women, men and youth.
www.theoutletshoppesatatlanta.com Phipps Plaza
PHIPPS PLAZA
SPRING SPORTS
Catch a game or two while you’re in town and get a feel for how we do sports in the ATL. From baseball to soccer, basketball, volleyball and much more, it’s easy for you to get in on the action.
BY DEMETRIUS BELL
Atlanta Braves
It’s spring, which means that it’s time for Ronald Acuña Jr., Spencer Strider, Austin Riley and the rest of the Atlanta Braves to return to the baseball diamond for another fun season at Truist Park. When it comes to baseball, there are plenty of promotions to get you into the stadium to cheer on the team. There’s plenty of pomp and circumstance surrounding Atlanta’s home Opening Day on April 4 against the Marlins. Additionally, there will be a Chipper Jones 2000 All-Star Game bobblehead giveaway on April 22, a Braves model race car giveaway on May 6, a Raisel Iglesias bobblehead giveaway two days later and the Braves Country 5K on May 31 before they take on the Red Sox. The Braves are routinely
a hot ticket in Atlanta and with the AllStar Game coming here in July, now’s your chance to enjoy some baseball action ahead of the summertime festivities.
Atlanta United FC
The excitement surrounding Atlanta United FC is always palpable in any given season and there’s only more reason to be excited now that 2018 MLS Cup hero Miguel Almiron has returned to Atlanta United FC. The incredible MercedesBenz Stadium in downtown Atlanta will play host to nine home games for Atlanta United FC from March through May, with none bigger than the game on March 16. That is when global superstar Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF will come to town to do battle between the lines. With an incredible atmosphere, affordable prices for both tickets and concessions and the action on display, you can never go wrong with watching Atlanta United FC play.
Atlanta Hawks
With the season winding down, Trae Young, Zaccharie Risacher and the rest of the Hawks are looking to make a serious push for the playoffs. The Hawks
will have 12 more regular season home games left before the playoffs and they’ll be counting on the support of basketball fans across Atlanta for each of those games. With promotions including a Killer Mike bobblehead giveaway on March 4 against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks, Women’s Empowerment Night on March 8 against the Pacers, an I AM ATL hat giveaway on March 22 against the Warriors and on March 23 against the 76ers, Culture Fest on April 6 against the Jazz and Fan Appreciation
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Atlanta United FC
Night on April 13 against the Magic, there’s plenty of reason to go to State Farm Arena in downtown Atlanta to get in on the intense NBA action.
Atlanta Dream
Brittany Griner, Rhyne Howard and the rest of the Atlanta Dream are set for another exciting season of basketball at the raucous Gateway Center Arena at College Park. The home opener for the Dream will tip off May 22, and it figures to be a can’t-miss event as Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will come to town on that night. Two days later, the Dallas Wings will face off against the Dream, and then 24 hours later, the Connecticut Sun will take on the Dream. Season tickets are already sold out, and singlegame tickets are at a premium, which is a sign that there’s plenty of excitement and anticipation as fans are running with the Dream here in 2025.
NCAA South Regional
College football’s National Championship was decided here in Atlanta back in January. While Atlanta won’t be hosting the Final Four this year (you’ll have to wait until 2031 for that), the road to the NCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship will roll through State Farm Arena as the South Regional Final will take place here. Four teams will visit Atlanta with hopes of winning their Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight matchups so that they can go to the Final Four in San Antonio. If you want to see some of the best action that March Madness has to offer, then this is the event for you. Make sure you’re there on March 28 and 30 for all three games.
Atlanta Vibe and LOVB Atlanta
Last year, Leah Edmond and the Atlanta Vibe of the Pro Volleyball Federation took the Atlanta sports scene by storm in the Vibe’s debut season while playing at Gas South Arena in Duluth. The Vibe is back in action for another fast-paced season, and it isn’t the only volleyball team in town. League One Volleyball is in the midst of its debut season at Gateway Center Arena. With founding athlete Kelsey Cook leading the way for LOVB Atlanta, there’s plenty to be excited about from March through May when it comes to volleyball in Atlanta – whether it’s with the Vibe or LOVB.
Overtime Elite
The action at the Overtime Elite (OTE) Arena in Atlantic Station is heating up, as the OTE Playoffs will reach their conclusion in early March. Both Game 3s of the OTE Semi-Finals will take place over the course of March 1 and 2, with Games 4 and 5 both taking place March 3, 4 and 5. The OTE Finals are set to
kick off on March 7, with the best-of-five series set to take place from March 7 through March 16 (if the series goes all five games). With tickets just $35 for all events, this is a prime opportunity for hoop fans in Atlanta to come out and see some of the brightest young talent in the basketball world before they move up to bigger and better heights.
Masters Tournament
While the Masters may famously be “A Tradition Unlike Any Other” that even more famously takes place a few hours away at the resplendent Augusta National Golf Club, this major golf event still has a major impact on Atlanta’s sports calendar. For starters, Augusta National isn’t that far away, so some golf fans may start their week-long journey to the Masters in Atlanta before finishing the trip in Augusta. It’s also a bit of a bookend moment. While The Masters may be the first major event on golf’s calendar, the season ends with The TOUR Championship’s FedEx Cup Playoffs, which occur in Atlanta. So even though the road to golf glory starts in Augusta, it finishes here in Atlanta.
Atlanta Dream
Atlanta Vibe
LEGEND
Y’ALL COME BACK
If you enjoyed your visit, consider coming back for an encore this summer. Check out these ideas and plan your next trip with the help of DiscoverAtlanta.com.
Family Fun
This summer, discover new friends at Zoo Atlanta and Yellow River Wildlife Sanctuary or cool off inside several top attractions like Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta and Sloomoo Institute. Have a day of history at the Atlanta History Center, Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum, National Center for Civil and Human Rights (closed for renovations until the fall) and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
4th of July
The AJC Peachtree Road Race starts the celebration with the annual 10K down Peachtree Road from Buckhead to
Midtown. Cap off the day with fireworks celebrations around the metro area, or attend an Atlanta Braves game that day at Truist Park when the Braves take on the Orioles.
Can’t-Miss Sporting Events
Atlanta will be the center of the baseball universe for MLB All-Star Week packed full of activities, culminating with the All-Star Game on July 15. While gearing up for the excitement, catch the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park with home games throughout the season. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is one of 12 venues to host FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ this summer, hosting 6 out of 63 matches with the first Atlanta match on June 16 and the quarterfinal on July 5. The Cricket MEAC /SWAC Challenge Kick-Off is the ultimate HBCU celebration, slated for Aug. 23 in Center Parc Stadium.
Make a Splash in the Great Outdoors
The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area makes up a series of parklands along the river with miles of hiking trails. Paddle down the
Chattahoochee River with outfitters ready to help you rent the perfect kayak, canoe or raft. Book a guided canoe trip along the river with help from Chattahoochee Nature Center.
See a Summer Show
Book a show at one of our unique Atlanta-only venues around the city. The Fox Theatre in Midtown offers “Ain’t Too Proud” (June 6-7) and “The Book of Mormon” (June 24-29). See the world premiere hip-hop musical “Young John Lewis” at Theatrical Outfit June 4-29. Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park, Atlanta’s answer to music under the stars, showcases live music all summer with Teddy Swims, Simple Minds, Indigo Girls and Goo Goo Dolls among the lineup.
out more and plan your next trip.
PAUL
WARD
RELAX & REFUEL AT THE HUB
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Visit The Hub today and find exactly what you’re craving.
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