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APRIL TOP EVENTS
Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, most places are requiring advanced ticket purchase. Call or check websites for procedures. Events may be cancelled or changed after our deadline. Please check before visiting to confirm. Full calendar online at atlantaparent.com n The Boy Who Kissed the Sky Alliance Theatre
April 1-15. See website for showtimes. This musical is inspired by the early life and influences of musical icon Jimi Hendrix. Recommended for ages 8 and older. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4600. $24-$42. alliancetheatre.org n Charlotte’s Web Center for Puppetry Arts
April 4-May 21. See website for showtimes. Charlotte the spider uses her wits, words and webs to save her friend Wilbur the pig. 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th, Atlanta. 404-873-3391. $22. puppet.org n Spring Break Magic Show
Aurora Theatre / April 5, 10 and 11:30 a.m. Magician Arthur Atsma captivates with a sleight of hand magic show. 128 E. Pike St., Lawrenceville. 678-226-6222. $7. auroratheatre.com n UPS Second Sunday
High Museum of Art / April 9, noon-5 p.m.
Special family-friendly programming includes a local Atlanta DJ, art making, access to special exhibitions and more. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4400. Free admission. high.org n Supercross
Atlanta Motor Speedway / April 15, 2:30 p.m.
Watch athletes compete as they race along the track. At the FanFest, get an insider’s look as teams prepare, practice and qualify with video game rigs, toy play tables and more. Doors open at 8 a.m. 1500 Tara Pl., Atlanta. $20-$95. supercrosslive.com n 2023 Lantern Parade –Take It to the River
Morgan Falls Overlook Park
April 15, 6-9 p.m.
Travel along the Chattahoochee River to see water lantern puppets come to life. The parade steps off at 8:15 p.m. 460 Morgan Falls Rd., Sandy Springs. 770-730-5600. Free admission; lantern kits, $6-$30. sandyspringsga.gov n Disney On Ice Presents Find Your Hero
Gas South Arena
April 20-23. See website for showtimes. Discover the hero inside you with characters from “Moana,” “Tangled,” “The Little Mermaid” and more. 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth. 770-626-2464. $29-$240. disneyonice.com n MotoAmerica
Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta /April 21-22, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and April 23, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Watch this thrilling 190 mph superbike road race for the best racing in six classes, and enjoy the Kids Zone, carnival games and stunt and bike shows. 5300 Winder Hwy., Braselton. 949-572-9495. $30-$70; ages 12 and younger, free. motoamerica.com n The Music Man JR.
Roswell Cultural Arts Center
April 21, 7 p.m. and April 22, 2 and 7 p.m.
Presented by Roswell Youth Theatre, this adaptation of the Broadway musical shows a fast-talking salesman falling in love with a town librarian. 950 Forrest St., Roswell. 770-641-3727. $15. roswellgov.com n Kids Day
CHaRM / April 22, 9 a.m.-noon
Environmental groups, recycling partners and corporate partners will host interactive and educational activities for kids to learn about recycling and reusing items and to celebrate Earth Day. 1225 Columbia Dr., Decatur. 404-600-6386. Free admission. livethrive.org n Earth Day
Atlanta Botanical Garden / April 22, 10 a.m.-noon
Take part in engaging family activities to celebrate Earth Day, and view a special performance of “The Lizard & El Sol.” 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859. $27.95; ages 3-12, $24.95; ages 2 and younger, free. atlantabg.org n Monster Jam
Atlanta Motor Speedway
April 22-23. See website for times.
This adrenaline-charged motorsports experience features world champion athletes tearing up the dirt in 12,000-pound monster truck competitions of speed and skill. 1500 Tara Pl., Atlanta. 800-844-3545. $20-$75+. monsterjam.com n All About Kids Expo
Gwinnett County Fairgrounds Exhibition Center
April 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Enjoy fun for the whole family with activities for kids, a kids’ talent show, health and wellness screenings, face painting and more. The first 300 kids will receive a string back pack filled with goodies. Registration requested. 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Lawrenceville. 770-963-9205. Free admission. scnievents.com/kids-expo n Toddler Takeover
Alliance Theatre / April 29-30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
This special experience for children ages birth to 5 features performances, art-making activities, music, a parade led by a “Sesame Street” character and more. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4600. $25-$50; ages 6-17, $5-$8; ages 5 and younger, free. alliancetheatre.org n North Georgia Live Steamers
Georgia International Horse Park
April 29, 1-4:30 p.m.
Go on a mini train ride. 1632 Centennial Olympic Pkwy., Conyers. 470-207-5025. $2, Cash only. northgeorgialivesteamers.org n Unleash Your Superhero
Roswell Cultural Arts Center / April 30, 4 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of a cappella harmonies and vibrant song and dance from performers around Atlanta. 950 Forrest St., Roswell. 770-641-3727. $22.50-$32.50. roswellgov.com
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