20+ Not-to-Miss August Events
Check out these activities to enjoy the last days of summer. Head to these venues for exciting concerts, movies, exhibits and festivals.
Water Lantern Festival at Jim R. Miller Park
Decorate your very own gorgeous lantern for release at this beautiful festival. Aug. 2-3.
Big Bounce & Slide Festival at Cumming Fairgrounds
Bounce into a good time with bounce houses, obstacle courses, slides, mechanical rides and more. Aug. 2-4.
Parliament Of Owls Parade at Colony Square
This whimsical owl-themed lantern parade is based in community participation. Aug. 3.
Trains, Trucks & Tractors! at Southeastern Railway Museum
Explore antique pickups, trailer rigs, delivery vans, farm implements and more. Aug. 3-4.
Adventure Cubs at Zoo Atlanta
Learn all about elephants with an engaging activity, a story and creating a take-away memory. Aug. 3 and 15.
Rise and Dine with the Animals at Zoo Atlanta
Enjoy an early morning view of the animals on the African savanna, and see how the animal care team starts their day. Aug. 3 and 31.
Sesame Street the Musical at Center for Puppetry Arts
Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert, Ernie and other “Sesame Street” characters delight in their very own musical. Through Aug. 4.
Annie at Legacy Theatre
Little Orphan Annie reminds theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner. Through Aug. 4.
City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days at Zoo Atlanta
Residents or employees of the City of Atlanta and Fulton County Government can explore the Zoo for free. Aug. 10-11.
Colors of India Family Festival at Stone Mountain Park
Celebrate India’s cultural heritage with a Drone and Light Show, a parade, cultural performances, music, food trucks and more. Aug. 10-11.
UPS Second Sunday at High Museum of Art
Enjoy art-making activities, performances and access to the permanent and special exhibitions. Aug. 11.
Butterfly Encounter at Chattahoochee Nature Center
See hundreds of gorgeous butterflies surrounded by colorful nectar plants. Through Aug. 11.
Owl at Home at Center for Puppetry Arts
Owl’s life is full of soothing domestic pleasures, and the audience will follow him through a cozy day. Aug. 13-Sept. 8.
Cirque du Soleil: CORTEO at Gas South Arena
Cirque acts will show performers swinging on chandeliers, bouncing on trampolines, floating with balloons and flipping on the horizontal bar. Aug. 15-18.
Twilight Trek at Zoo Atlanta
This guided after-hours tour features hands-on technology to study animals in zoos and in the wild. Aug. 16.
Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival at Adams Park
This festival features two days of non-stop music, good eats, cold beer and interactive family fun with a Kid Zone full of inflatables. Aug. 16-17.
Circus Vazquez at Plaza Fiesta
This circus show features several exciting acts from across the world, including jugglers, dancers, tumblers, roller skaters, motorcyclists and more. Aug. 16-Sept. 1.
Pop-in for Family Fun at Marietta History Center
Learn more about the Summer Olympics with themed activities. Aug. 17.
Piedmont Park Arts Festival at Piedmont Park
Artist demonstrations, live music, a kids’ play area, festival foods and more. Aug. 17-18.
Down, Set, Game On! at Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Hall of Fame with a fan fest and exciting new experiences. Aug. 24.
Cobb County International Festival at Jim Miller Park Event Center
Explore a wide variety of local and international music, art, dancing, culinary options, crafts and more, while kids will love the separate area just for them. Aug. 24.
Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival: The Little Mermaid at Fox Theatre
Watch this family-favorite film and sing-a-long to the fun tunes of “The Little Mermaid.” Aug. 24.
Summer Shade Festival at Grant Park
The festival includes live music, an artist market, Kids Zone, 5K run, activities, food trucks and more. Aug. 24-25.
PAW Patrol Live! at Fox Theatre
Watch these heroic characters rescue Robo Dog, and enjoy fun songs, dance and interactive elements to experience this animated show in a new way. Aug. 31-Sept. 1.
Monster Jam at Gas South Arena
See incredible moves from these 12,000-pound monster trucks and their drivers. Aug. 31-Sept. 1.
National Night Out
National Night Out is a national community-building campaign promoting police-community partnerships. These cities are honoring the day with police meet-and-greets, touch-a-truck opportunities, kids’ activities and more.
- Back to School Bash – A National Night Out Event at City Springs. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out at Fowler Field Park. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out at Myrtle Street. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out at Threadmill Complex. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out at City of Lilburn Park. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out at LA Fitness Parking Lot. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out at Chamblee Police Department. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out at Jim R. Miller Park. Aug. 6.
- National Night Out and Lawrenceville Movie Club at Lawrenceville Lawn. Aug. 9.
- National Night Out at Brook Run Park. Aug. 15.
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