Piedmont Park Arts Festival & more: Things to do with kids this weekend in Atlanta (August 14–16)

Exhibition: Life, Liberty & Happiness

Alpharetta Arts Center · Alpharetta · Ages 3–12

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary of our Declaration of Independence, we celebrate our history.

Members-Only Hour: Play at the Museum

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

The first hour of play from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM is reserved exclusively for our Members on weekdays: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

August Activities: Art Studio: Styrofoam Printing

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

August Activities: CMA Stage: Lily-Pad Leap

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

August Activities: Science Bar: Blood Slime

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

Marietta History Center at 30

Marietta History Center · Marietta · Ages 3–12

The Marietta History Center is proud to announce the opening of its landmark 30th-anniversary exhibition, “Marietta History Center at 30.”…

Shows for Seedlings: Musical Fun In The Sun! with Mr. Jason

Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Enjoy a variety of live performances by some of Atlanta’s most beloved children’s musicians and storytellers in this engaging series.

Summer Rummage & Book Sale

Marietta History Center · Marietta · $ · Ages 3–12

The Rummage and Book Sale is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and support the Marietta History Center while…

Greet the Sheep and Goats

Atlanta History Center · Atlanta · $ · Ages 3–12

Not-Yet Member Tickets Member Login This event is included with the cost of admission.

Eleven Eleven Luncheon

Mac’s Chophouse · Marietta · Ages 3–12

Join us for an elevated afternoon of fine wine and exceptional cuisine as Mac’s Chop House welcomes Eleven Eleven Winery for a memorable wine luncheon experience.

Preschool Storytime

Doraville Library · Doraville · Ages 1–5

Ages 3 to 5 years An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, fun activities, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.

Building Blocks

Redan-Trotti Library - Redan-Trotti Library Meeting Room · Lithonia · Ages 1–5

Ages 0 to 24 months Building Blocks provides an environment where children and caregivers begin to develop language, motor and social skills together.

On The Green Alpharetta Concert Series Presented by the Alpharetta Rotary Club

Alpharetta Town Green · Alpharetta · Ages 3–12

The Alpharetta Rotary Concerts are held on the beautiful Town Green, which includes plenty of room for picnic blankets and lawn chairs, and…

All Shook Up: The Elvis Presley Musical

Marietta’s Theatre in the Square · Marietta · Ages 3–12

All Shook Up is a jukebox musical comedy set in 1955 that follows a small, repressed Midwestern town whose dreary lives are completely…

Comedy on the Square

The Alley Stage · Marietta · Ages 3–12

Join us for a night of uproarious laughter and side-splitting comedy at the Alley Stage’s Comedy on the Square!

Joe Gransden’s The Good Life: The Artistry of Tony Bennett

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre · Marietta · $ · Ages 3–12

About The Concert: Join Joe and the band as they celebrate what would have been Tony Bennett’s 100th Birthday.

Take & Make Saturdays

Decatur Library · Decatur · Ages 5–12

Ages 5 to 10 years Pick up a craft kit and craft at home while supplies last.

Alpharetta Farmers Market

Town Green · Alpharetta · Ages 3–12

Spend your Saturday soaking up the freshest flavors of the season at the Alpharetta Farmers Market.

Green Market

Piedmont Park Conservancy · Atlanta · Ages 3–12

For more than 20 years, the Green Market has been a beloved Piedmont Park tradition — connecting our community with local farmers,…

Marietta Square Artisan Market

Marietta Square · Marietta · Ages 3–12

An open air showcase of locally made art.

Marietta Square Farmers Market

Marietta Square Farmers Market · Marietta · Ages 3–12

The market has an average of 64 vendors and hundreds of customers each week.

August Activities: Art Studio: Styrofoam Printing

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

August Activities: CMA Stage: Lily-Pad Leap

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

August Activities: Science Bar: Blood Slime

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

Exhibition: Life, Liberty & Happiness

Alpharetta Arts Center · Alpharetta · Ages 3–12

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary of our Declaration of Independence, we celebrate our history.

Family Nature Program

Atlanta Parks and Recreation · Atlanta · Ages 3–13

Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Atlanta.

Frog Feeding

Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

s at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals.

Marietta History Center at 30

Marietta History Center · Marietta · Ages 3–12

The Marietta History Center is proud to announce the opening of its landmark 30th-anniversary exhibition, “Marietta History Center at 30.”…

Members Only Night: Summer

Zoo Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Members Only Night returns in the summer!

SOLD OUT: Sour Pickles

Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta · $50 – $55 · Ages 5–12

Join this semi-hands-on workshop to learn the basics behind making lacto-fermented pickles!

Summer Rummage & Book Sale

Marietta History Center · Marietta · $ · Ages 3–12

The Rummage and Book Sale is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and support the Marietta History Center while…

Pop-In for Family Fun: Made in Marietta

Marietta History Center · Marietta · Ages 3–12

All Shook Up: The Elvis Presley Musical

Marietta’s Theatre in the Square · Marietta · Ages 3–12

All Shook Up is a jukebox musical comedy set in 1955 that follows a small, repressed Midwestern town whose dreary lives are completely…

Family Fitness and Play

Atlanta Parks and Recreation · Atlanta · Ages 5–13

Low-pressure movement, games, and recreation for families in Atlanta.

Culture | Korean Buchaechum Dance

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room · Norcross · Ages 3–12

Join us for a Korean Buchaechum Dance performance presented by the Hansarang Church.

Movie: Lion King

Hairston Crossing Library · Stone Mountain · Ages 3–12

Family (All Ages) The Lion King (1994). Rated G. 1h 29m. Join us for a coming-of-age adventure as a lion cub searches for his destiny in…

Podcasts & Hobbies

Clarkston Library · Clarkston · Ages 10–13

Listen to a podcast while coloring or working on a hobby.

Culture | Korean Fan Dance

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room · Duluth · Ages 3–12

Experience the beauty of the Korean Fan Dance as Korea marks 81 years of independence.

Help our Story Blossom Tree bloom!

Salem-Panola Library · Lithonia · Ages 3–12

Family (All Ages) Everyone is invited to create their own cherry blossom flowers and add them to the tree.

Comedy on the Square

The Alley Stage · Marietta · Ages 3–12

Join us for a night of uproarious laughter and side-splitting comedy at the Alley Stage’s Comedy on the Square!

Strand Ole Opry: Simon and Garfunkel

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre · Marietta · Ages 3–12

Experience timeless harmonies and rich storytelling with Strand Ole Opry: The Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel – a nostalgic celebration of…

Piedmont Park Arts Festival

Piedmont Park Conservancy · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

*This event is hosted by an external partner and is not produced by Piedmont Park Conservancy.

August Activities: Art Studio: Styrofoam Printing

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

August Activities: CMA Stage: Lily-Pad Leap

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

August Activities: Science Bar: Blood Slime

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join the Museum for some August fun! We'll be exploring and making our very own blood slime at the Science Bar; creating a printmaking…

Family Nature Program

Atlanta Parks and Recreation · Atlanta · Ages 3–13

Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Atlanta.

Special Storytime Guest: Kyle and Karter Thomas

Children's Museum of Atlanta · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

Join us for a storytime of The Magical You: How Do You IMAGINE the Whole Wide World? by Kyle and Karter Thomas on Sunday, August 16 at…

All Shook Up: The Elvis Presley Musical

Marietta’s Theatre in the Square · Marietta · Ages 3–12

All Shook Up is a jukebox musical comedy set in 1955 that follows a small, repressed Midwestern town whose dreary lives are completely…

Silent Film at The Strand: Sunrise (1927)

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre · Marietta · $18.80 · Ages 3–12

ABOUT THE FILM SUNRISE: Set against a dreamlike cityscape and peaceful countryside, Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans tells the emotional story…