This three-day event is bringing gaming expos, esports competitions, cosplay, creator meet-ups and interactive experiences to the Georgia World Congress Center.
Atlanta Events This Weekend
ITP-first picks plus the rest of the metro. Festivals, markets, block parties, and anything else worth getting off the couch for.
Week of Sun, May 17, 2026
Inside The Perimeter
Enjoy neighbors turning their porches into stages, a variety of food trucks and vendors selling all kinds of cool finds in the Virginia Highland District.
This neighborhood favorite at Bessie Branham Park is the perfect way to spend a day with live music, a super chill artists market, local food trucks — and even a 5K if you’re feeling active.
Bring the kiddos to the Children’s Museum of Atlanta for an evening of music and fun activities. Tickets start at $10 and include a magic show, arts and crafts, dance parties and more.
Shop handmade goods, discover art and crafts, and enjoy food, music and family-friendly activities while supporting small businesses at Grant Park Conservancy.
Elsewhere in Metro Atlanta
This annual event turns downtown Alpharetta into a giant block party filled with incredible eats, live music and fun activities for the kids.
Experience the sights, sounds and flavors of Greece at the Marietta Greek Festival, hosted at Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church. This cultural event features a weekend full of authentic Greek cuisine, live music and cultural exhibits.
If you’re looking for a fun and educational way to spend the day with the kids, then this is for you. Marietta History Center is hosting its recurring Pop-in for Family Fun event, and this month’s theme is Rockets and Robots. Enjoy arts and crafts from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and free museum admission as well.
Held at the Cobb Galleria Centre, this event showcases a diverse lineup of luxury cars and specialty vehicles, alongside vendors, live entertainment and more.
Join the pregame celebration at The Battery Atlanta for an evening of themed activities, photo opportunities, fan experiences and so much more.
Event listings sourced from AccessAtlanta's weekend roundup. ITP picks tagged and reorganized by atlanta news & talk.