11 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta: April 19th – 21st

High Museum Friday CocktailNow that Spring is in full bloom, Atlanta is in celebration of the season with an incredible lineup of fresh fun!  Don’t miss a moment with our Top 11 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta This Weekend: Friday – Sunday, April 19th – 21st.

Kick off the weekend with a collision of art and music among Atlanta’s best DJs at the High Museum of Art! World-class music continues throughout the weekend as Callanwolde continues their Spring Concert Series on Friday evenings. The after-hours fun continues with a celebration of the 70s-90s at Georgia Aquarium’s Sips Under the Sea – All this before we even reach Saturday! 

While enjoying the beautiful weather ahead, nothing pairs better with sunshine than curated wine tastings at Chastain Park Conservancy’s Wine Chastain.  Lace up those tennis shoes to explore the Atlanta BeltLine’s Northside 3K-5K, and don’t miss the inaugural Chamblee Art Fest!

Be sure to hop on over the the Atlanta BeltLine for a culmination of art and flavor for an oasis in the city – And as always, we have you covered with the city’s best Farmers Markets and a newly updated lineup of Inman Park’s best restaurants. Through all seasons, we will continue to have a spectacular lineup of fun each week – with events for couples, families, and running solo.

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Northside Athletes Foundation: Battle of the Paddle – Pickleball Tournament

Battle of the PaddlePlayers of all levels are invited to join the  Northside Athletes Foundation: Battle of the Paddle – Pickleball Tournament! Whether you want to battle it out for King of the Court or simply enjoy the games, bring a friend along for light bites, drinks, and all the fun. 

Proceeds from the tournament will go to support NAF’s mission to promote youth character and leadership development through sports.

2024 Event Details
Saturday | April 27th
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Check-in | 10:30 a.m.
Play Begins | 11:00 a.m.

Location
Bitsy Grant Tennis Center – Pickleball Courts
2125 Northside Dr NW
Atlanta, GA 30305

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Party with the Past | Atlanta History Center

AHC Party with the Past Pullman YardsOnce again, Party With the Past is back in 2024! The free, bimonthly program has been created by Atlanta History Center to connect young Atlanta professionals with the history around them.

2024 Event Details
Wednesday | May 15th
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Location
AlcoHall at Pullman Yards
Kirkwood Neighborhood

Meet up at one of the first original sites in the entire country that repaired the famous Pullman sleeping cars!

The event will highlight the history of Pullman Yards, showcasing the critical role transportation plays in Atlanta’s origin story – And, of course, the modern event site and film studio we know it as today. Join along for some fun games, cold drinks, and a chance to meet fellow young adults in your neighborhood! Entry is free to the public. 

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May High Frequency Friday | High Museum of Art

High Frequency FridayIt’s Happy Hour meets Art Party with May’s HIGH Frequency Friday! Enjoy a moment of respite and fun as you explore the High Museum galleries this month. With a soundtrack to enhance your cultural experience, the evening is the High Museum’s sell-out event of art and music!

2024 Event Details: May
Friday | May 3rd
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30309

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Science on Tap | Georgia Aquarium

Science on TapGeorgia Aquarium welcomes guests 21+ to enjoy a monthly creative lesson on how science is present in our daily lives. Don’t miss light hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, and more as you learn from the experts at May’s Science on Tap!

2024 Event Details
Thursday | May 8th
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Location
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street
Atlanta, GA 30313

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14th Annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade

Beltline Lantern ParadeThe 14th Annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade is lighting up the Westside Trail for 2023! This year’s festivities are a great way to spark creativity and build community while celebrating joy along the Atlanta BeltLine Westside Trail.

2024 Event Details
Saturday | May 11th

  • 7:45 p.m. | Lineup begins at Adair Park I
  • 8:45 p.m. | Parade steps off onto Westside Trail
  • 9:15 – 10:00 p.m. | Parade finale “jam session” at Lee+White

Location
Adair Park & Atlanta Beltline Westside Trail 

Creativity rules the parade, and anyone with a lantern is welcome to join! Step behind one of the 5 marching bands and get ready to enjoy one of Atlanta’s most magical events of the year. Whether you watch from the sidelines or dance your way through the parade, everyone will love all the wonderment, lights, and magic of the evening! 

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April Friday Jazz | High Museum of Art

Dave PotterFriday Jazz returns to the High Museum of Art for an entirely new twist on your favorite musical experience. Not your typical Friday Jazz, enjoy an evening with a signature cocktail and music in two locations throughout the Museum!

2024 Event Details
Friday | April 19th
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30309

Relax with a cold cocktail, explore the museum’s permanent collections, and enjoy the incredible variety of jazz from straight ahead to free jazz, bebop to swing, and more. The immersive experience will feature local talents layering notes, improvising melodies, and drawing on inspiration from jazz history. 

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Northside BeltLine 3K- 5K

Northside BeltLine 3k 5KWith the weather warming up, races are coming back to the BeltLine’s most popular sections! First stop, the Northside BeltLine near Bobby Jones Golf Course for the 3K-5K run.

2024 Event Details
Saturday | April 20th
8:00 a.m.

Virtual 3K Race Option Available

Location
Northside BeltLine, near Bobby Jones Golf Course

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52nd Annual Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes

Inman Park FestivalAtlanta’s best street festival is returning to Inman Park with the 52nd Annual Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes!

2024 Festival Dates
Saturday & Sunday
April 27th – 28th

Tour of Homes Preview
Friday | April 26th

Inman Park Festival Parade
Saturday | April 27th
2:00 p.m.

The festival has something for everyone with music, kids activities, a Tour of Homes, a marvelous street parade, an artists’ market, and more! Come early, stay late, and enjoy some of the city’s best people-watching. 
 
The only public Festival event on Friday is the Tour of Homes preview. Booths and other events start on Saturday. Admission to all Festival events is free! The Tour of Homes requires a paid ticket. 

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Sips Under the Sea | Decades

Sips Under the SeaTurn back the clock and experience bygone eras through an evening of food, drinks, and incredible entertainment! Exclusively after-hours for guests 21 and older, Sips Under the Sea: Decades welcomes adults to a disco-themed cocktail party that celebrates the iconic styles, music, and culture of the 70s, 80s, and 90s.

2024 Event Details
Friday | April 19th
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30313

There’s no better way to experience one of Atlanta’s top destinations – after hours without the kids! Guests will enjoy craft cocktails, elevated dining options, a live DJ, and access to the Aquarium’s main galleries:

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