Week 36 · Sunday, September 6
September 6 – 12, 2026
126 things to do around Atlanta, sorted by day. Small rooms, resident companies, and community programming come first.
Each day runs in five verbs: see (theater, art, film, dance), hear (live music, talks, spoken word), gather (festivals and neighborhood events), make (workshops and open studios), and discover (pop-ups, tours, and one-offs).
Running all week
SEE
- Sep 6–
12
7 showsFree Self-guided Street Art Walking Tours Take a free self-guided street art walking tour on your own smart device. The Atlanta Street Art Map website offers street art tours of the…
- Sep 6–
12
7 showsA FINE LINE Spalding Nix Fine Art is pleased to announce A FINE LINE, a presentation of four shows by Kate Hooray Osmond, Nancy Talero, Shannon Davis and…
- Sep 6–
12
7 showsDie Körper World Premiere dance theater work by Jillian Mitchell / Kit Modus.
- Sep 6–
12
7 showsillumine 2026 As the sun sets, Oakland Cemetery is transformed. Through colorful lighting and art installations by some of Atlanta’s most innovative artists,…
- Sep 6–
12
7 shows“The Foreigner”, a comedy by Larry Shue Renegade Theatre Company is excited to present “The Foreigner”, a comedy by Larry Shue. MAKE A RESERVATION in advance at bit.ly/RTCtheforeigner…
- Sep 7–
11
5 showsPuppet Camp Come spend the summer with us and bring your imagination to life! The Center for Puppetry Arts Puppet Camp values curiosity, creativity, and…
- Sep 10–
12
3 showsA First Lady’s Guide to Killing the President When events take an unexpected turn aboard a presidential train, five women are left to manage the chaos while everyone else struggles to keep up.…
- Sep 10–
12
4 shows - Sep 10–
12
4 shows - Sep 10–
12
4 shows - Sep 11–
12
2 showsSeared With a savvy restaurant consultant and a waiter with dreams of his own added to the mix – everything starts to ignite in flames in this hilarious…
- Sep 11–
12
2 showsThe Drowsy Chaperone Winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Book and Best Original Score, The Drowsy Chaperone is a loving send-up of the Golden Age musical,…
- Sep 11–
12
2 showsClue “Clue” is based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn and written by Sandy Rustin. Additional material is by Hunter Foster and Eric Price. The play…
- Sep 11–
12
2 showsThe Classic Improv Show Whole World Improv Theatre Presents: The Award-Winning Classic Improv Show! Get ready for an electrifying night of spontaneous laughter with…
- Sep 11–
12
2 showsF*CK THIS, I’M GOING TO CHURCH Virginia-Highland Church is proud to present an all new experimental theatre performance devised by local artists titled F*CK THIS, I’M GOING TO…
- Sep 11–
12
2 showsDepartment of Theatre & Performance Studies Presents: TIDA featuring Mary Prescott Blending music, movement, spoken word and film, Tida is a deeply personal interdisciplinary performance exploring intergenerational cultural…
- Sep 11–
12
3 shows - Saturday, September 12
HEAR
- Sep 6–
11
4 showsHidden History: Recounting the Shanghai Jewish Story Exhibit explores the history of the diverse, resettled Jewish community in Shanghai, including German and Austrian Jews who desperately escaped…
- Sep 11–
12
2 showsAttend INNER VIEWS Art Exhibition “Inner Views” is a collective musing on home, family, and community by a group of Fourteen contemporary artists. In the show, artists from varying…
- Sep 11–
12
2 showsTia Fuller & Lil’ John Roberts SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Grammy-nominated saxophonist and composer Tia Fuller has established herself as one of the most compelling voices in…
- Sep 11–
12
2 shows - Sep 11–
12
2 shows???Business In The Front, Party In The Back??? Tour with TVBOO
DISCOVER
- Sep 10–
12
16 shows - Sep 10–
11
2 shows
Sunday September 6
SEE
- 12am
First Free Sunday | August Join us for First Free Sunday and enjoy complimentary admission to the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art! Explore two exciting exhibitions currently on…
HEAR
- 2pm
The Gospel of Jazz Not everyone goes to church but almost everyone has been moved by gospel music. Whether you’re deeply religious, spiritually curious, or simply…
Monday September 7
HEAR
- 1pm
WRFG’s 41st Annual Labor Day Blues BBQ WRFG’s 41st Annual Labor Day Blues BBQ @ Park Tavern on Mon. Sept 7th ft. Piper & The Hard Times, Diane Durrett, Yates McKendree, Cash’s Juke…
Tuesday September 8
SEE
- 8pm
Community Jam Signups open at 7:00 p.m. and the jam begins at 8:00 p.m.! Join us Tuesdays at Dad’s Garage for an improv jam open to all! It’s free, funny and…
HEAR
- 7pm
Queer Romance Book Club Reads: Oh! You Pretty Things The Queer Romance Book Club is a group of adults that reads and discusses queer romance stories of all kinds. From new releases to older stories,…
Wednesday September 9
SEE
- 5:30pm
Salt, Time, and the Smoky Mountain Ham: A Conversation with Darrell Benton In conjunction with MODA’s exhibition SALT: A Design Story, join Darrell Benton of Benton’s Smoky Mountain Country Hams, for a conversation about…
- 7:30pm
The Emory Cinematheque Presents: School Daze (1988) Directed by Spike Lee 1988 | 121 min. | 35mm print provided by UCLA Film & Television Archive Introduced by Dr. Beretta Smith-Shomade and…
- 8pm
Maestro Oh, Maestro! The Dad’s Garage general company competes in a group battle Royale for laughter and individual glory under the watchful eyes of the…
HEAR
- 12pm
Rialto Feed Your Senses with Nathanael Smith Trio Spend your lunch hour with the Nathanael Smith Trio, led by the acclaimed Atlanta pianist. A graduate of both Florida State University and Georgia…
- 6pm
Monthly Sapphic Writing Group This is an in-person only event, which takes place at Charis Books and More. This space is free. Please read the in-person event guidelines at the…
- 7pm
Lifestyle Focused Society Concert Featuring Joey Sommerville Wednesday, September 9 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm A Lifestyle Focused Experience™ Music. Culture. Wealth. Legacy. A New Way of Thinking. 7:00pm and…
- 8pm
PUNK ROCK KARAOKE - 529 Karaoke party & Punk as fuck night market.
- 8pm
INDIE SLEAZE - 529 Party all day at EAV Strut then finish it right with your favorite electroclash, bloghaus, indie rock, new rave, and dance-punk bangers from the…
- 8pm
- 8pm
Musicians Networking Night - 529 Starting at 8:00 we'll have an industry discussions with Grammy winning Producer and Engineer Josh Monroy of Studio 1ZERO.
- 8pm
Anna Margaret Whitton's Celebration of Life - 529 Please join us in celebrating the life of Anna Margaret Whitton at 2pm. All are welcome and encouraged to come as you are.
Thursday September 10
SEE
- 6:30am
Moments In Light Analog to Digital Group Exhibition at Chastain Arts Center & Gallery.
- 8pm
BlackGround BlackGround is an all-African-American comedy troupe. They take classic movies like Star Wars and Indiana Jones and improvise what the Black…
- 10pm
No Alibi Murder Mystery A killer is on the loose, and no one (not even the players) knows who did it, who will die, and why until they step onstage. No Alibi is a fully…
HEAR
- 10am
Bridging the Arts to Civil Rights History Free Educator Workshop with Dr. David Childs and Karyn Parsons The National Center for Civil and Human Rights invites educators, homeschool…
- 6:30pm
18:30EST Artists Talk with Dietrich Eichmann & Jeff Arnal Dietrich Eichmann & Jeff Arnal will talk with Artistic Director Sue Schroeder on Thursday, September 10, at 6:30 PM. Tune in at…
- 7pm
George Porter, Jr. & Runnin’ Pardners with Tinfish Legendary founder of The Meters George Porter, Jr. brings his band to The Garden Club on Thursday, September 10th. ABOUT GEORGE PORTER JR &…
- 7pm
GILT We look forward to hosting you at The Masquerade! Doors are at 7:00 PM. The Masquerade is now proud to be serving food. Check our socials for the…
- 7:30pm
Meet Me There: Featuring Cavar and Max Delsohn This event takes place on crowdcast, Charis’ virtual event platform. Register here – https://www.crowdcast.io/c/septmeetmethere “Meet Me There” is…
- 8pm
- 8pm
Penny Lane: All Female Beatles Tribute Show City Winery Atlanta presents Penny Lane live on Thursday, September 10th at 8pm! Introducing a fresh twist on one of the most legendary groups in…
- 8pm
- 8pm
- 8pm
- 9pm
GATHER
- 10am
Garden Grooves Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors. Suggested ages: 2 – 5 years Dates: Thursdays,…
- 5pm
Cocktails in the Garden The Garden’s popular after-hours event returns with new activities. Every Thursday, 5-9 p.m., enjoy specialty cocktails, live music and more while…
Friday September 11
SEE
- 6pm
Auditions: Plays in a Day! If you are ready to get back on the stage or if you are looking to try something new and thrilling, audition for “Plays in a Day” Friday,…
- 7pm
Post-Black? Opening Reception ‘Post-Black’ is a term coined by Thelma Golden and Glenn Ligon that speaks to a certain type of black art. Come experience the ‘vibe’ of it. Post…
- 7:30pm
Giwayen Mata: powHER Giwayen Mata is an award-winning, all-women dance, percussion, and vocal ensemble drawing from the movements, rhythms, and songs of the African…
- 7:30pm
Killer Beaz Presents The Moonshiner Mash In An unforgettable night of great standup comedy and members of Discovery Channel’s hit series Moonshiners telling stories and sharing laughs…
- 8pm
Scandal! - The Bare Comedy-drama The Bear won Emmys and Golden Globes for comedy, but Dad’s Garage dares to delve into the question plaguing the minds of erudite…
- 10pm
ROAD TRIP! Road Trip is a completely improvised show based on real stories featuring a rotating cast of some of the best improvisers + storytellers in ATL.…
HEAR
- 2am
- 12pm
ECMSA Cooke Noontime Concert: “Souvenir of Florence” @ Emerson Concert Hall The ECMSA opens our 34th season with a blockbuster program featuring violist Luke Fleming, Artistic Director of the Manhattan Chamber Players, and…
- 2pm
- 7pm
Live Jazz February Friday’s: Wine, Live Music & Sangria Specials Ease into the weekend with smooth jazz and self-service wine. Join us for a laidback Friday night! 🍷🎶 Live Jazz Friday’s every Friday at Taste…
- 7pm
Soulful Sounds in Atlanta ATLANTA, A DIFFERENT KIND OF NIGHT OUT IS COMING TO TOWN! For people who crave something beyond the usual dinner-and-drinks routine, step into the…
- 7pm
- 7pm
- 7pm
- 7pm
- 7pm
Elder We look forward to hosting you at The Masquerade! Doors are at 7:00 PM. The Masquerade is now proud to be serving food. Check our socials for the…
- 7pm
BLÜ EYES: Two People At Once Tour We look forward to hosting you at The Masquerade! Doors are at 7:00 PM. The Masquerade is now proud to be serving food. Check our socials for the…
- 7:30pm
2026 Jazz on the Lawn Callanwolde is proud to host the 2026 Jazz on the Lawn series in our beautiful outdoor amphitheater. The Callanwolde Amphitheater offers an…
- 7:30pm
- 7:30pm
- 8pm
- 8pm
SUCKAPUNCH! Drag Wrestling | 18+ The Masquerade is now proud to be serving food. Check our socials for the food window's schedule, pinned at the top of the feed. For more info and…
- 8pm
Linea Personal: TODO Ø NADA This is a show has a general admission standing room floor with fully reserved assigned seating balconies. All ages welcome. Box Office Open at…
GATHER
- 10am
Shows for Seedlings: Explore Chinese Dance with Hwee-Eng Lee and Kerry Lee Enjoy a variety of live performances by some of Atlanta’s most beloved children’s musicians and storytellers in this engaging series. Shows take…
DISCOVER
- 7pm
Fernbank After Dark: Forensics Work the scene: blood spatter, ballistics, and a room full of shady suspects (yes, even your plus-one). Follow the clues, spill some secrets, and…
- 7:30pm
Garage - 1180 Peachtree St: Air Supply Garage: 1180 Peachtree Street NE (Peachtree NE & 14th Street).
- 9:15pm
Saturday September 12
SEE
- 8:30am
Coffee & Chrome Join ATL Airport District’s City of Hapeville for Coffee & Chrome, a car and motorcycle show accompanied by FREE food and coffee! Recurring every…
- 10am
STC LIVE: A Moving Experience An immersive three-hour women’s wellness experience created by Atlanta native Jennifer Bell — former Atlanta Cultural Olympiads Venue Manager and…
- 11am
Uptown Market Atlanta Atlanta Food Festival vibes every week – food and craft vendors, live music, DJs, kids activities & free admission fun for all ages! By Famous…
- 11am
2026 Beloved Community International Expo Get ready to travel the world without packing a bag! Join The King Center on Saturday, September 12th, from 11AM to 5:00 PM for the 8th Annual…
- 5pm
Amena Brown w/ Theresa tha SONGBIRD King Cooley, & DJ Opd Amena Brown live at Eddie's Attic! Never Tell a Black Girl How to Black Girl is a dynamic one-woman show featuring comedy, storytelling, and…
- 6pm
Marcus Kenney “See You Down the Line” Solo exhibition by Marcus Kenney of Savannah. This is Kenney’s eighth show with the gallery. In “See You Down the Line”, Marcus Kenney draws from…
- 7pm
Irina Rozovsky Book Launch & Conversation with Gregory Harris Join Lostintheletters on Saturday, September 12, for an exciting conversation between Athens-based photographer Irina Rozovsky and curator Gregory…
- 7pm
Trap Sushi We look forward to hosting you at The Masquerade! Doors are at 7:00 PM. The Masquerade is now proud to be serving food. Check our socials for the…
- 7pm
Nurse John: Against Medical Advice Tour Seats in the mezzanine and grand tier are not ADA accessible. If you need accessible seats, you should only buy seats designated as wheelchair…
- 8pm
Plays in a Day! Performance Kicking off the Theatre Arts Guild season at Perimeter College is a unique theatrical experience called “Plays In a Day”. Writers, actors, and…
- 8pm
- 8pm
The Tight Acquaintances The Tight Acquaintances return with a brand-new adventure! This improv comedy tribute to the classic tabletop pen-and-paper RPG (with a name that…
- 10pm
The Dynamic! – Funny scenes, songs and games! The Dynamic! is an improv show that thrives on chaos, quick thinking, and whatever ideas the audience throws at the cast. Every scene, game, and…
- 10pm
Narsty! At this improv show, we wanna know about you. Yes, you. Your lives, your interests, your passions—whatever you consider to be weird and/or cool…
HEAR
- 10am
ECMSA Masterclass Series: Luke Fleming, Viola Luke Fleming holds the degrees of Doctor of Musical Arts, Artist Diploma, and Master of Music from the Juilliard School. In 2015, Mr. Fleming…
- 12:30pm
90's Pop Divas Drag Brunch City Winery Atlanta and Wussy presents 90's Pop Divas Drag Brunch live on September 12th at 12pm! The 90's are totally back, baby. Wussy Events…
- 2pm
Faculty Recital: Jesús Castro-Balbi Award-winning cellist Jesus Castro-Balbi presents an evening of expressive and virtuosic works, showcasing the rich sound and emotional depth of…
- 6pm
- 6pm
Arrows in Action // I Think We've Toured Here Before // ATLANTA, GA We look forward to hosting you at The Masquerade! Doors are at 7:00 PM. The Masquerade is now proud to be serving food. Check our socials for the…
- 6pm
Earlybirds Club | 21+ We look forward to hosting you at The Masquerade! Doors are at 6:00 PM. This event is 21+. The Masquerade is now proud to be serving food. Check…
- 7pm
An Evening of Jazz: Damien Escobar, Kirk Whalum, and Peter White An Evening of Jazz: Damien Escobar, Kirk Whalum, and Peter White Performing Live: Damien Escobar Kirk Whalum Peter White Show Time: 7:00 PM Doors:…
- 7:30pm
- 7:30pm
- 8pm
Darrel Walls City Winery Atlanta presents Darrel Walls live on Saturday, September 12th at 8pm! Darrel Walls is the eldest sibling and eldest member of The…
- 8pm
- 8:30pm
Karina La Voz - Freedom Tour KARINA LA VOZ llega con su Freedom Tour 2026 celebrando 40 años de carrera artística. Es un reencuentro con las canciones que marcaron tu…
- 9:30pm
Everything Yes Everything Yes live at Eddie's Attic! Everything Yes is a North Carolina based jazz-fusion group that grew out of the creative chemistry between…
- 10pm
Saturday September 12th Reggae Fest ATL at Believe Music Hall
GATHER
- 12am
SOLD OUT: Tai Chi – Intermediate – Quarter IV Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance. Dates: Saturdays, September 12 – November 14 Time: 10:15 –…
- 12am
SOLD OUT: Tai Chi – Beginner – Quarter IV Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance. Dates: Saturdays, September 12 – November 14 Time: 9:15 –…
- 9:30am
Honey Bee Biology for Beekeeping Good beekeepers understand their bees and take measures to meet their needs. We will take a look at honey bee biology that is relevant to…
- 10am
Discovery Volunteer Training Teach Garden visitors about plant collections, conservation work and exhibitions. Volunteers are given talking points and materials to provide…
- 10am
Frog Feeding Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals. An amphibian…
- 10am
Writing in Color In this generative writing workshop, we will explore the Garden to observe and document colors and how they make us feel. Back in the classroom,…
- 11am
SOLD OUT: Fall Into Flavor with Plant-Forward Cooking Join this partially hands-on class that invites you to explore the art of building balanced, beautiful plates rooted in the season. Chef Megan…
- 1pm
Bob Ross Paint and Sip Enjoy a beer or wine while you complete a landscape painting inspired by the works of Bob Ross in just one class! No prior painting experience…
DISCOVER
- 1pm
The Southern Spread: Saturday Tasting Tents Presented by Goya Foods
- 5:45pm
- 7pm
Skyline Lounge Nurse John THIS EVENT SPACE IS FOR AGES 21 AND OLDER. Add to your experience at Cobb Energy Centre with inclusive $55.00 price at the Skyline Lounge. This…
- 7:15pm