Looking for something fun to do in metro Atlanta this weekend? You’ll find festivals devoted to reggae as well as beer, or you might want to take a break from all the back-to-school hubbub at Dunwoody’s Groovin’ on the Green.
Check out the following 15 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend:
Intown Atlanta
BeREGGAE Music & Arts Festival
Credit: From atlreggaeinthepark.com
Credit: From atlreggaeinthepark.com
10 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 and Saturday, Aug. 13, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14. Free. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Drive NE, Atlanta.
Enjoy three days of music from artists including Wayne Wonder, Tito Puente Jr. and Ceelo Green. The festival is family-friendly and features fun for kids, including Saturday morning cartoons in the meadow and face painting.
Noon-4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. $35-$60. The Eastern, 650 North Ave. NE, Atlanta.
Enjoy your choice of more than 50 wines and a small beer selection. Entertainment includes live music and DJ Qtip.
“The Incredible Book Eating Boy”
5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12; 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 and 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14. Adults $15, children 6-17 $10, children 3-5 $5, children 2 and under admitted free. Alliance Theatre, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4600.
Based on the book of the same name, this musical tells the story of Henry, a boy who eats books and finds he’s literally bitten off more than he can chew.
Cobb
Credit: From The Battery Atlanta’s Facebook page
Credit: From The Battery Atlanta’s Facebook page
3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. $40 general admission, $70 VIP. The Battery Atlanta, 825 Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-965-2511.
Sample your choice of over 100 local beers, listen to live music, enjoy games and giveaways, and more.
Jukebox Giants: Motown and More
8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 and Saturday, Aug. 13 and 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14. $20-$35. Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. 770-293-0080.
Watch a song and dance musical review featuring the most popular hits of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70. Arrive 30 minutes early if you’d like to see a live pre-show concert on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ.
5 p.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. $50. Camp Timber Ridge, 5540 N. Allen Road SE, Mableton. 800-771-1139.
Enjoy a fun evening at camp with Girl Scout cookies, wine, a fundraising auction, Girl Scout-themed activities, food trucks and live music. A portion of the ticket price will be donated to Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta.
DeKalb
Groovin’ on the Green Back to School Bash
6 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody. 678-382-6700.
Take a back-to-school break with music from the Josh Gilbert Band and treats and beverages from food trucks.
Credit: From artstation.org
Credit: From artstation.org
8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 and Saturday, Aug. 13, 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14. $21-$30. ART Station, 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain. 770-469-1105.
The Pin-Up Girls — inspired by letters home from our troops overseas — sing hits that range from The Andrews Sisters to hip-hop.
Second Saturdays at Harmony Park
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. Free. Harmony Park, Oakview Road, Decatur.
Browse and shop for local arts, crafts, jewelry and more while listening to live music.
North Fulton
7 p.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14. $24-$26. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055.
Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket to enjoy music from Twisted Pine in a beautiful natural setting.
Credit: From paintingwithatwist.com
Credit: From paintingwithatwist.com
3 p.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. $38-$48. Painting with a Twist, 11770 Haynes Bridge Road #801, Alpharetta. 470-294-0051.
Paint beautiful hydrangea blooms on canvas or a wood plank board to take home.
Movies at the Park: “The Croods: A New Age”
7 p.m. pre-show activities, movie starts at dusk, Friday, Aug. 12. Free. Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. 678-512-3200.
Show up early to take part in fun activities like face-painting, giveaways and an inflatable moonwalk. Then watch “The Croods: A New Age” on a giant inflatable screen.
Gwinnett
Credit: Dustin Grau
Credit: Dustin Grau
6 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Aug 12. Downtown Duluth. Free admission. 770-476-3434.
Head to downtown Duluth for an Art Walk in Parsons Alley, food trucks, music, free caricatures and more.
Move Under the Stars: “Grease”
7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12. Free. The Bowl at Sugar Hill, 5039 West Broad St., Sugar Hill. 770-945-6716.
Watch the popular film “Grease” outside at The Bowl amphitheater at Sugar Hill.
7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 and Saturday, Aug. 13, 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14. $29.50-$39.50. Atlanta Comedy Theater, 4650 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross.
Laugh along with the comedy of Instagram star and social media personality Kerwin Clairorne, who’s also known for his stand-up routines.
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