Cool Things To Do in April in Atlanta
Published April 1, 2025
Last Updated April 10, 2025
Spring is in the air and Atlanta offers plenty cool things to do in the month of April — from Braves baseball to the Atlanta Fair to a panda festival – yes, you read that right.
Shows to See
Buckhead Theatre
SAINt JHN: Festival Season Tour, April 1
Neon Trees, April 2
Dean Lewis, April 4
Los Toreros Muertos, April 6
Draco Rosa – Sueños Peligrosos Tour, April 8
Poppy: They’re All Around Us, April 10
8TURN, April 11
AWOLNATION – The Phantom Five Tour, April 12
Caravan Palace, April 15
Beach Bunny – The Tunnel Vision Tour, April 16
Marc Scibilia: More to This World Tour, April 17
Daniel Seavey – Second Wind Tour, April 18
WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW: The Bacharach Songbook Live, April 21
Pouya – They Could Never Make Me Tour, April 24
The Dead South, April 25
James Bay, April 26
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center – Spring Concert Series
Rose Hotel, April 11
The debut album from Rose Hotel, A Pawn Surrender, will be performed by the Atlanta-based singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jordan Reynolds. The nuanced indie-rock star focuses on her Southeastern roots.
Luke Winslow King, April 25
This guitarist, singer, producer and songwriter gives us Delta blues, roots, rock and folk music. Winslow King spent 15 years in New Orleans refining his craft and forming deep, personal connections with listeners.
Fox Theatre
Experience Hendrix, April 12
Jon Batiste – Maestro Tour, April 17
Crime Junkie Podcast Live: Life Rule #10 Tour, April 19
Attack on Titan: Beyond The Walls World Tour, April 23
Dave Ramsey & Dr. John Delony, April 25
R&B Invitation Tour, April 26
CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE, April 27
Peter Pan, April 29-May 4
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta United vs. FC Dallas, April 4
Atlanta United vs. New England Revolution, April 12
Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s Grand National Tour, April 29
State Farm Arena
Atlanta Hawks vs. Portland Trailblazers, April 1
Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks, April 5
Atlanta Hawks vs. Utah Jazz, April 6
Atlanta Hawks vs. Orlando Magic, April 13
Pearl Jam, April 29-May 1
Tabernacle
Jagged Edge, April 4
Half Alive Presents: Persona World Tour, April 5
The Japanese House, April 10
St. Vincent, April 11
The Floozies with Big Something, Sunsquabi and Chalk Dinosaur, April 12
Tyga, April 15
2025 NAO TOUR, April 17
Nate Jackson: Super Funny World Tour, April 18
FLO – Access All Areas North American Tour, April 19
Mayday Parade, April 25
Japanese Breakfast – The Melancholy Tour, April 26
Enjoy the Outdoors
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
Atlantans don’t need a calendar to tell us when spring starts. Spring in Atlanta begins with the annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival — and that’s been true for almost 90 years. This popular festival, set in Piedmont Park offers something for everyone. The Atlanta Dogwood Festival features sculpture, painting, pottery, jewelry, metal works and photography. The festival is happening April 11-13.
SweetWater 420 Fest Parties in Pullman Yards
The SweetWater 420 Fest returns with an eclectic musical line-up featuring The Revivalists, Marcus King, Greensky Bluegrass, Cypress Hill, Drive-By Truckers, Lawrence and many more. To accompany the music, there will be food trucks, an artist market, workshops, activations and beer from the largest craft brewer in the Southeast. The festival takes place April 18-20 at Pullman Yards.
Atlanta Streets Alive
Atlanta Streets Alive is returning this fall. On Sunday, April 27, walk, bike or skate down Peachtree Street from 2 to 6 p.m. There will be vendors along the way to shop or grab a bite to eat at.
Atlanta Fair
Get ready to ride some rides and enjoy classic fair food because the Atlanta Fair is back. Popular attractions include the Expo Wheel, Alien Abduction, Scooter Bumper Cars and Silver Streak. Kids rides include the Tea Cups, Scooby Doo Kiddie Train, Toon Town Fun House and PuppyRoll. The fair is located across from Center Parc Stadium at Georgia State. Tickets are available at the gate. The fair runs through April 13.
Festival on Ponce
The annual Spring Festival on Ponce invites festival-goers to explore works from more than 100 painters, photographers, sculptors, glass blowers, jewelers and more. Happening at Olmsted Linear Park on April 5 and 6, attendance is free. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. There will even be a children’s area plus local food and beverages.
Easter Weekend
Whether you’re looking for an Easter brunch, an egg hunt or other festive celebrations, explore our list of Easter events fun for the whole family.
Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes
Atlanta has wonderful neighborhoods, each with its own personality. The Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes provides an inside look at this eclectic ‘hood. You can purchase art at the Arts & Crafts Show. Or enjoy live music from the three outdoor stages. A parade full of color is a must-see when attending the festival. It’s happening April 26-27.
The Tour of Homes is April 25-27.
Monster Jam
Ladies and gentleman, start your engines because Monster Jam is back. The adrenaline-charged family entertainment event features monster trucks like you’ve never seen before. Cheer them on as they compete in the wheelie contest, a doughnut competition and freestyle where each truck has two minutes to strut its stuff. See Monster Jam at Atlanta Motor Speedway April 12-13.
Latino Family Festival and Light Show at Stone Mountain Park
The third annual Latino Family Festival celebrating Latino culture and heritage is taking place at Stone Mountain Park from April 26-27 and May 3-4. The festival will feature live international talent, including dancers, musicians, a marching band, a parade and a drone and light show. The Latino Festival Light Show will project images on the mountain along with immersive lighting and special effects, followed by a fireworks finale.
Run Like Hell 5K
Lace up those running shoes to explore historical Oakland Cemetery in the annual 5K. As the largest cemetery run in the country, you can “run like hell” while the Oakland residents are “pushing up daisies.” All proceeds go to the restoration and preservation of Oakland Cemetery. The race is April 5 from 5-7 p.m.
Run Like Wild 5K
A fan-favorite race, Zoo Atlanta’s Run Like Wild 5K has already sold out, but you can still run the race virtually or come in person to cheer on the runners. Registration proceeds go to support Zoo Atlanta’s operations, including superior animal care, education and conservation. Runners will get to check out the all-new African lion complex, opening this spring. The 5K is April 26 at 8 a.m.
Atlanta Braves Home Games
Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins, Home Opener, April 4
Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins, April 5 and 6
Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies, April 8-10
Atlanta Braves vs. Minnesota Twins, April 18-20
Atlanta Braves vs. St. Louis Cardinals, April 21-23
One-of-a-kind Events
Panda Fest
One of the most popular food festivals is coming to Atlantic Station. Panda Fest features more than 300 authentic Asian food options. There will be more than 20 live cultural performances from Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai and Filipino traditions. While there won’t be any real pandas, you can snap a photo with the 15-foot panda inflatable. The event is April 4-6, but tickets are almost sold out.
404 Day
While 404 started as Atlanta’s first area code, April 4 has become the day to celebrate Atlanta and all the history and culture that goes with it. From a 404 Day Parade on April 5 to a 404 Day celebration in Piedmont Park, there are plenty of ways to show the A some love.
Culture Fest Presented by CareSource
The Atlanta Hawks are hosting their first Culture Fest paying tribute to the rich and vibrant culture heritage and global influence of the African, Caribbean and Latin communities. The celebration will honor the traditions, music and stories that have shaped its cultural fabric, while recognizing the profound impact these communities have on Atlanta. DJ ECool, DJ EU and Mix Master David will bring their sounds of their respective cultures to life.
Cultural Fest will be Sunday, April 6 at State Farm Arena.
Taste of Atlanta
Foodies – listen up! Taste of Atlanta is a foodie’s paradise. The event aims to uplift the hospitality community, providing a space for chefs, restaurants and beverage artisans to show off their craft. The event has been ongoing since 2001 and highlights Atlanta’s diverse culinary talent. Mark your calendars for the Grand Tasting happening in Buckhead on April 24. VIP admission starts at 6 p.m. with general admission starting at 7 p.m. If you can’t make this one, there will be three more throughout the year, June 5 in Sandy Springs, Aug. 28 in Alpharetta and Oct. 16 in Midtown.
Tasting Event at Epicurean Atlanta
Epicurean Atlanta in Midtown is hosting “Chef Henry’s Test Kitchen: Featuring Aerial Kitchen & Bar”. This seven-course tasting experience will take guests on a culinary journey featuring new menu items. The meal will be accompanied by a series of craft cocktails and premium tequilas. Some of the new dishes include Loaded Tostones, Yucca Fries, Taco de Calabaz and more. The tasting is happening Thursday, April 17 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Atlanta Film Festival
The Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF) is one of the largest and longest-running film festivals in the country. Taking place April 24 through May 4, ATLFF welcomes more than 28,000 attendees to discover new independent, international, animated, documentary and short films. In addition to the screenings, there are Q&A panels with the directors, actors and crew members for a deeper look into their work.
Next year will be the 50th anniversary of the Atlanta Film Festival.
Colors of Atlanta premiere at Atlanta Film Festival
Colors is a travel and lifestyle series that showcases a city’s beauty through a unique lens: Photography. Colors of Atlanta explores how 12 photographers see their city. Whether it’s through our culinary scene, historic landmarks or highlighting the faces that make up Atlanta, everyone has their own story to tell. While they capture a photo to convey all this, the story behind the image goes much deeper.
Get your free tickets to attend the special presentation at the Atlanta Film Festival on Monday, April 28 at 7 p.m. at Plaza Theatre.
Coca-Cola Stories Opens at World of Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola Stories opens at World of Coca-Cola on Friday, April 11. This exhibit explores Coca-Cola’s rich history showing off authentic artifacts and story collections. There’s an immersive Coca-Cola town setting to walk through with an early twentieth century pharmacy, view vintage commercials through display building windows or test your movie knowledge at the Coke Theater. There’s even photo opportunities using AI to create vintage portraits of you.
Illumine at Oakland Cemetery
Experience Oakland After Dark during Illumine, with innovative lighting and art installations by local artists, interactive exhibits and live music. There will be multiple bars and a pop-up shop. This year’s Illumine dates are April 17-20, 24-27. Illumine runs from 7:30 until 11 p.m.
Exclusive Bluefin Tuna Cutting and Tasting Experience
O by Brush, MICHELIN one-star restaurant, is hosting an intimate 8-course Tuna Cutting and Tasting Experience. Guests will get a glimpse into the process of preparing a whole bluefin tuna by Chef Jason Liang. The tasting experience is happening Wednesday, April 30 at 6 p.m.
#blackcomputeHER Conference
The annual #blackcomputeHER conference provides access to opportunity, education, training and executive thought leadership for Black women and girls. This year’s theme, “It’s All About YOU,” focuses on getting and keeping what you need to thrive as a tech professional. The conference is April 4-6 at Georgia State University College of Law.
Pinot in the City
More than 40 wineries from Oregon’s Willamette Valley will be available for tasting at Pinot in the City. Wines will include Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, sparkling and more. You must be 21 or older to attend. VIP ticket holders are welcome from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and general admission ticket holders are welcome from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on April 23.
Speed Dating in Stone Mountain
If the dating apps aren’t working, here’s an option to meet people IRL. Speed Dating Atlanta is hosting an event at Guac Taco Studio & Bar in Stone Mountain. You’ll have the chance to meet up to 14 people ages 20-39. Get ready for April 9 from 7:30-9:30 p.m.
For more things to do in Atlanta, check our calendar of events.
A Chicago transplant, Taylor loves exploring what makes Atlanta the place to be. Name a popular festival, food hall or brewery to check out and she will be there.
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