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Event List
- Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
THE ADVENTURE BEGINS ONCE YOU GET LOST!
Wind your way through this twisting, climbing, head-scratching interactive exhibit that’ll challenge the whole family from the very first step.
Can your eyes actually lie to you? Find out in the Maze of Illusions where nothing is what it seems. Think you’re coordinated? Climb, duck, and try not to get completely tangled in the Web Maze. Feeling ambitious? Build your own maze from scratch, then dare others to solve it.
From giant finger mazes to brain-busting puzzle tables, art you can touch, and a labyrinth library, there are surprises to be found round every single corner.
- Atlanta MetroEducation, Kids & Family
Join Zoo Atlanta for a morning of learning and discovery designed specifically for homeschool students!
HomeSchool Academy is a two-hour program that allows students to explore animal and science concepts in an engaging, interactive environment. Programs are grade-appropriate and include hands-on, minds-on activities and Zoo tours that hone students’ STEM skillsets in a collaborative environment. Each semester, students will gain a deeper understanding of animals’ unique adaptations and will leave with an increased connection to wildlife and a greater desire to take conservation action.
Fall 2026 Dates:
September 9
October 21
November 11
December 9
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Member Cost: $100 per semester or $35 per program
Non-Member Cost: $125 per semester or $35 per program
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
This show will feature historic quilts from Carroll County and more recent works created by current residents. It will also feature bedspreads designed by Bruce Bobick for the Disney All Star Hotels in 1994.
- Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
THE ADVENTURE BEGINS ONCE YOU GET LOST!
Wind your way through this twisting, climbing, head-scratching interactive exhibit that’ll challenge the whole family from the very first step.
Can your eyes actually lie to you? Find out in the Maze of Illusions where nothing is what it seems. Think you’re coordinated? Climb, duck, and try not to get completely tangled in the Web Maze. Feeling ambitious? Build your own maze from scratch, then dare others to solve it.
From giant finger mazes to brain-busting puzzle tables, art you can touch, and a labyrinth library, there are surprises to be found round every single corner.
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
This show will feature historic quilts from Carroll County and more recent works created by current residents. It will also feature bedspreads designed by Bruce Bobick for the Disney All Star Hotels in 1994.
- Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
THE ADVENTURE BEGINS ONCE YOU GET LOST!
Wind your way through this twisting, climbing, head-scratching interactive exhibit that’ll challenge the whole family from the very first step.
Can your eyes actually lie to you? Find out in the Maze of Illusions where nothing is what it seems. Think you’re coordinated? Climb, duck, and try not to get completely tangled in the Web Maze. Feeling ambitious? Build your own maze from scratch, then dare others to solve it.
From giant finger mazes to brain-busting puzzle tables, art you can touch, and a labyrinth library, there are surprises to be found round every single corner.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
IF YOU’VE YEARNED TO GET CLOSER TO THE ANIMALS, NOW YOU CAN WITH A WILD ENCOUNTER!
No creature looms larger over the savanna than the African elephant, and you’ll agree when you come face-to-trunk with one at Zoo Atlanta! Meet Tara or Kelly while learning why they are such important ambassadors for their species.
During this Wild Encounter experience, you will learn about elephants with a Zoo Educator before heading behind the scenes to meet up with members of the Elephant Care Team and find out more about elephant care at the Zoo. Of course, no Elephant Wild Encounter would be complete without the opportunity to hand-feed one of the “girls” an afternoon snack.
- Meet at the Zambezi Elephant Center 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter.
- Availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. Advance registration is recommended.
- When space is available, encounter tickets can be purchased online for up to five minutes before the encounter begins.
Days Available:
Sunday, Monday, Friday, and Saturday at 2 p.m.
Select Thursdays at 2 p.m. between May 26 and September 7Member Cost: $117 | Non-Member Cost: $130 + Zoo admission
Age Range: 4 and up
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Warthog Wild Encounter
IF YOU’VE YEARNED TO GET CLOSER TO THE ANIMALS, NOW YOU CAN WITH A WILD ENCOUNTER!
We welcome you to the wild world of warthogs! Come explore what it takes to care for these charismatic creatures and their neighbors in the African Savanna.
Do warthogs really have warts? Get an up-close look and see! Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Zoo Atlanta’s African Savanna and give the warthogs a favorite treat. You’ll also meet members of the Zoo’s Animal Care Team and find out what goes into the care of warthogs and other savanna animals.
- Meet outside the warthog habitat near the SweetWater Beer Garden 15 minutes (at 12:45) before the Wild Encounter to check in.
- Availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. Advance registration is recommended.
- When space is available, encounter tickets can be purchased online for up to five minutes before the encounter begins.
- This encounter is not ADA accessible.
- All guests must wear closed-toed shoes on this encounter.
Warthog Wild Encounters will run through November 16, 2026.
Days available:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday
- April 3 – September 7: Encounter starts at 1 p.m.
- Check in with Wild Encounter Guide at 12:45 p.m.
- September 8 – November 16: Encounter starts at 10 a.m.
- Check in with Wild Encounter Guide at 9:45 a.m.
Member Cost: $41 | Non-Member Cost: $45 + Zoo admission
Age Range: 4 and up
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
This show will feature historic quilts from Carroll County and more recent works created by current residents. It will also feature bedspreads designed by Bruce Bobick for the Disney All Star Hotels in 1994.
- Atlanta MetroTheater
Join the murder mystery experience that puts YOU in the spotlight, right in the heart of Atlanta. This comedic dinner theater show at The Hudson Grille is the killer game everyone’s dying to play. Don’t let this unforgettable event pass you by!
At this event like no other, you’ll play along as a detective or play a part as a suspect in the crime. Work with other guests to crack the case over a three-course meal, and discover whodunnit before the killer gets away! Mingle and connect with other teams and intriguing suspects, discover clues, uncover shocking secrets, and unleash your imagination during this interactive comedic experience. But watch out! The killer could be anyone… even you!
Participate in a new mystery every month! From the glitz of 1930s Hollywood in “Best Laid Plans” to the roaring 1920s with “Death of a Gangster,” each event offers unforgettable thrills. Boogie at a 1950s sock hop, solve a 90s crime in “Good Riddance,” or celebrate the season with “The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year.” Whether it's a billionaire’s masquerade, a 1980s bash, or a chilling wedding-themed whodunit, there’s a unique mystery waiting for you. Mark your calendar and join the fun at the Midtown Hudson Grille in Atlanta.
Call the Box Office to avoid fees and get $9 off! (888) 659-2952
- Historic HeartlandArt Exhibit
Fire & Ice is a large Ceramic and glass exhibition and sale. More than 40 artists bring thousands of pieces of functional and decorative work to this free annual event. Fire & Ice celebrates the rich history of pottery-making in Central Georgia and its connection to the Ocmulgee River region.
- Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
THE ADVENTURE BEGINS ONCE YOU GET LOST!
Wind your way through this twisting, climbing, head-scratching interactive exhibit that’ll challenge the whole family from the very first step.
Can your eyes actually lie to you? Find out in the Maze of Illusions where nothing is what it seems. Think you’re coordinated? Climb, duck, and try not to get completely tangled in the Web Maze. Feeling ambitious? Build your own maze from scratch, then dare others to solve it.
From giant finger mazes to brain-busting puzzle tables, art you can touch, and a labyrinth library, there are surprises to be found round every single corner.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Join the Animal Care Team and one of our talented animal artists, meeting either the Zoo’s “VanGoat” or “Baaahlo,” and take home a unique work of art in this unforgettable experience.
Learn about the positive reinforcement training process of becoming an animal artist. See firsthand the ways this enrichment activity fits into high standards of care for animals at the Zoo when you meet a goat or sheep and see their art creation in action. Please note that we cannot guarantee a specific animal for your program.
- Meet at the Petting Zoo area of Outback Station 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter start time.
- Availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. Advance registration is recommended.
- When space is available, encounter tickets can be purchased online for up to five minutes before the encounter begins.
- Includes one (1) take-home canvas per registered group.
Days Available:
Saturdays at 3:15 p.m.Member Cost: $67.50 | Includes one painting per group of four people.
Non-Member Cost: $75 per group of up to four people, + individual Zoo Admission | Includes one painting per group of four people.Age Range: All ages
- Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
Calling all scouts from Lions + Daisies through Scouting America + GSUSA!
Join us at Tellus Science Museum for a day packed with exciting activities designed to help you meet a variety of badge requirements. Each exhibit, lab, and interactive space is tailored to cover topics like geology, astronomy, physical science and more – making this journey both fun and educational!
- Visit our labs to complete themed activities designed to help meet badge requirements for a variety of subjects and ages.
- The one and only Tellus Blue Crew will be making a special appearance in the galleries! Join in on fun, scout-centered hands-on activities.
- The Tellus SASSquad will be in the Theater to perform live science demonstrations. We'll explore the super science of electricity that will make your hair stand on end -- it's going to be Scout-acular!
- Catch some rays! Head out to the Observatory from 12-4 p.m. to get a glimpse of our closest star - the Sun. (weather permitting)
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
This show will feature historic quilts from Carroll County and more recent works created by current residents. It will also feature bedspreads designed by Bruce Bobick for the Disney All Star Hotels in 1994.
- Historic HeartlandCommunity, Craft Fair
Head to the Monroe County Rec Department on the first Saturday of the month, starting on Feb. 7, for Market in the Park!
With food trucks and 20+ vendors, there’s a wide variety of things to see and do!
For more information email: marketintheparkfmc@gmail.com
- Atlanta MetroCraft Fair, Food & Drink, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation
Atlanta Food Festival vibes every week with food, crafts, music and kids' activities.
Free admission fun for all ages!
This is the perfect place to eat, shop, dance, and make memories at one of the most family-friendly food markets in Atlanta.
Food & Drinks
- Over 15 delicious food vendors featuring a diverse selection of foods every week
- A diverse mix of crave-worthy eats from local culinary favorites
- Food, drinks & most activities available for purchase
Shop Local
- Craft vendors showcasing local artisans
- Handmade goods, unique gifts & one-of-a-kind finds
- Support small businesses in a vibrant marketplace atmosphere.
Entertainment & Experiences
- Live music from talented local bands all day
- High-energy DJ sets spinning your favorite hits at night
- Monthly Silent Disco experience with glowing headphones
- Monthly Outdoor Movie Nights under the stars. Bring blankets and chairs!
- Seasonal themes and interactive activities
- Exciting sponsor activations and giveaways
Family Fun
- Kids activities including inflatables
- Face painting and family-friendly games
- Safe, welcoming environment for all ages
When
Every Saturday, April 4-Nov. 14, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Eat. Shop. Dance. Celebrate. Repeat.
RSVP BY GRABBING A TICKET FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS AND DISCOUNTS FROM OUR VENDORS!
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/uptown-market-atlanta-4820292 - Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
THE ADVENTURE BEGINS ONCE YOU GET LOST!
Wind your way through this twisting, climbing, head-scratching interactive exhibit that’ll challenge the whole family from the very first step.
Can your eyes actually lie to you? Find out in the Maze of Illusions where nothing is what it seems. Think you’re coordinated? Climb, duck, and try not to get completely tangled in the Web Maze. Feeling ambitious? Build your own maze from scratch, then dare others to solve it.
From giant finger mazes to brain-busting puzzle tables, art you can touch, and a labyrinth library, there are surprises to be found round every single corner.
- Atlanta MetroLeisure & Recreation
The Piedmont Division of the National Model Railroad Association proudly presents the Piedmont Pilgrimage, the annual tour of the Atlanta area's great model railroads. We are proud to showcase the craftsmanship and dedication of our members during this event. The 2026 tour will feature more than 60 remarkable model railroads to visit. As always, the Pilgrimage is open to everyone and is entirely free of charge.
The Pilgrimage kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 24, and will run for five weekends. Tours will be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on both Saturdays and Sundays.Detailed information can be found on the website: https://piedmontpilgrimage.com/.
- Atlanta MetroOther
Join the team at the Zambezi Elephant Center and immerse yourself in what it takes to care for the largest land animals on the planet! Spend the morning working alongside the Elephant Care Team to prepare the habitat for the day and ensure the elephants’ needs are met.
Spend the morning working alongside the Elephant Care Team to prepare the habitat for the day and ensure the elephants’ needs are met.
This unique experience is sure to educate and inspire you about these special individuals, help you learn more about the rigorous requirements of professional elephant care, and gain an understanding of the ways Zoo Atlanta is working to protect wild populations. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Keeper for a Day programs is voluntary for the animals.
Before registering, please understand that during this program:
- Participants will perform similar tasks as members of the Elephant Care Team, which may include raking, sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, and shoveling, and should expect to do some hard work and be comfortable getting dirty.
- Participants will be expected to participate in all weather conditions, lift up to 30 pounds, and be on their feet for up to four hours.
- Participants must have the physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time.
- Participants may be exposed to potential allergens such as insects, hay, animal waste, and other potential allergens. Please reach out in advance if you have any questions or concerns.
Upcoming 2026 Dates:
Saturday, August 22
Thursday, September 3
Sunday, September 20
Sunday, October 4
Thursday, October 15
Thursday, November 5
Sunday, November 15
Thursday, December 3
Sunday, December 20
Times: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Member cost: $325
Non-member cost: $360
Age range: 16 and up
