Top 10 things to do around Atlanta this weekend

Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Celebrate the cuisine of the South and southern regions of the world at Loews Hotel Atlanta in Midtown.

Friday

Conductor Brent Havens and a full rock band will take you on symphonic musical odyssey with David Bowie’s classic music.

Friday & Saturday

Enjoy live music, food trucks, arts and crafts, and a 5K race on Saturday in Candler Park.

Saturday

See one of the best soap box derbies in the South with group photos, an opening ceremony,  2 days of exciting races, inspections, and awards at First Baptist Church on North Peachtree Road in Dunwoody!

See this country music icon “Pure and Simple” at the Infinite Energy Arena in Gwinnett.

Sample 150 craft beers, listen to live music, and enjoy some good food at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville.

Saturday & Sunday

This is your last chance to see knights and maidens, dine on turkey legs and ale, shop 150 artisans, visit a medieval amusement park, and be entertained at the Georgia Renaissance Festival!

The Summerfest in Virginia Highlands includes art, music, food, kids’ activities, and a 5K on Saturday on Virginia Avenue.  This event is FREE and less crowded in the mornings.  No pets!

See the release of hundreds of butterflies, arts and crafts, a costume parade, live music, and dine a local food trucks at the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell.

Sunday

Join the Grammy, Emmy, and Tony award winner, Cyndi Lauper, at Atlanta Symphony Hall for her Detour Tour as she puts her signature spin on classic country songs.

Upcoming-Wednesdays

The series occurs every Wednesday throughout the summer months from 6-8 p.m. at The St. Regis Bar. $25 per guest which covers unlimited food offerings. (

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