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16 Things to Do in Atlanta This Week · July 16–19, 2026

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★ Atlanta African Dance & Drum Festival

A vibrant multi-day festival featuring music and movement workshops, an African-inspired craft market, food vendors, and a finale concert at East Point City Annex.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · East Point City Annex, East Point

Music & Nightlife

American Football at Variety Playhouse

Emo/post-rock icons American Football play Variety Playhouse with Ian Sweet in a rare live appearance.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 8:00 PM · Variety Playhouse, Atlanta

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The Beach Boys at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

The Beach Boys celebrate 60 years of Pet Sounds in a landmark anniversary concert at Cobb Energy Centre.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, Atlanta

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Stray Cats at the Fox Theatre

Rockabilly legends Stray Cats are headed to the Fox Theatre on November 27 — tickets go on sale Friday, July 17 at 10 AM.

Friday, July 17, 2026 10:00 AM · Fox Theatre, Atlanta

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Adventure Cubs at Zoo Atlanta

Kids discover the world of elephants through hands-on activities, a story, and a craft at Zoo Atlanta.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Zoo Atlanta

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Fernbank Dinosaur Birthday Bash

Fernbank's beloved annual Dinosaur Birthday Bash returns with dancing, hands-on activities, games, and prehistoric fun for all ages.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Fernbank Museum, Atlanta

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Arts & Culture

MLK Jr. Birth Home – Reopens After Restoration

One of Atlanta's most significant historic landmarks is welcoming visitors again after a restoration — an unmissable piece of American history.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · MLK Jr. Birth Home, Sweet Auburn, Atlanta

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Palefsky Collision Project: 25th Anniversary Performance

The Alliance Theatre's celebrated teen ensemble presents their original devised piece in the first of two public performances marking the project's 25th anniversary.

Friday, July 17, 2026 7:00 PM · Alliance Theatre, Atlanta

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A Midsummer Night's Dream at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse

Shakespeare's beloved comedy of magical mischief and mismatched love comes to life at the atmospheric Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 2:30 PM · The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse, Atlanta

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Festivals & Special Events

Atlanta African Dance & Drum Festival

A vibrant multi-day festival featuring music and movement workshops, an African-inspired craft market, food vendors, and a finale concert at East Point City Annex.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · East Point City Annex, East Point

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Atlanta Comic Con

Atlanta's Comic Con returns to the Georgia World Congress Center for a weekend of pop culture, cosplay, comics, and collectibles.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta

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Decatur WatchFest '26

Decatur Square's massive month-long FIFA World Cup fan fest is in its final stretch, with watch parties, live music, and 140,000+ fans already in attendance.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Decatur Square, Decatur

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Outdoors & Active

Hot Girl Walk® Atlanta

Join Atlanta's community hot girl walk starting from the Lee + White sign at 929 Lee Street SW — free, feel-good, and social.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:30 AM · 929 Lee Street SW (Lee + White), Atlanta

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Morning Hike – Stone Mountain Park (Up the Mountain)

Women of Color Workout leads a community hike up Stone Mountain, a scenic and social way to start your Saturday.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:30 AM · Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain