Cool Things To Do in June in Atlanta

By Taylor Boser

Last Updated May 28, 2026

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Summer is gearing up and that means it’s finally FIFA World Cup 2026™ time. From matches to watch parties, the city is going to sport a whole new atmosphere. On top of all that, there are plenty more cool things going on this month.

FIFA World Cup 2026™

Atlanta is ready to welcome the world this summer when the biggest sporting event in the world, FIFA World Cup 2026™, comes to our city. There will be 104 matches throughout U.S., Canada and Mexico with 48 teams vying for the title. Match-ups happening in Atlanta are:

Group Stage Matches

Spain vs. Cape Verde on June 15

South Africa vs. TBD on June 18

Spain vs. Saudi Arabia on June 21

Haiti vs. Morocco on June 24

Uzbekistan vs. TBA on June 27

Round of 32

Group L winners vs. Group E/H/I/J/K third place on July 1

Round of 16

Winner match 86 vs. Winner match 88, July 7

Semifinal

Winner match 99 vs. Winner match 100, July 15

FIFA Events

FIFA Fan Festival 2026

Centennial Olympic Park will be the official home of the FIFA Fan Festival™ Atlanta, a gathering place for fans, families and visitors to come together to celebrate the game. The festival will be hosted by the city of Atlanta and the Georgia World Congress Center Authority. This free event will run for an initial 16 days during the tournament, but general admission registration must be reserved in advance.

Atlanta’s USA Kickoff Festival

Before the action comes to the city, Old Fourth Ward is hosting a three-day “Atlanta’s USA Kickoff Festival.” This free event will include a community picnic on June 11. On June 12, there will be live music to precede the live showing of the USA vs. Paraguay match from Los Angeles. On June 13, there will be a Kids Soccer Event, along with Arts and History Tours which celebrate major sites in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood.

Decatur WatchFest ’26

Throughout World Cup, the city of Decatur will bring live music to Decatur Square. Big Boi is headlining, kicking off the festival on June 11. The Stews will perform on June 15; The War And Treaty on June 25; Wolves, Lower on June 28; Her Majesty’s Request on June 30; and Indigo Girls on July 19.

In addition to the musical appearances, Decatur pubs will pour drinks in special to-go cups so you can sip and stroll within the entertainment zones. MARTA takes you directly to Decatur Square, so you can ride the train home safely.

State Farm Arena

While FIFA is here, State Farm Arena is bringing top notch performers to the A to keep the vibes high all summer long.

Megan Moroney, June 8-9

A$AP Rocky, June 11

Summer Walker, June 12

5 Seconds of Summer, June 16

Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever, June 20

Atlanta Dream vs. Toronto Tempo, June 22

Alex Warren, June 25

Shakira, June 26

Find our full list of events here.

More Summer Fun

Virginia Highland Summerfest

Celebrating all things summer, the Virginia Highland Summerfest will feature live bands, art, good food and more. The Makers Market will sell handmade items including soaps, lotions, candles, items for your pets and snacks. The market is set for June 6 with a 5K road race at 8 a.m. and a tot trot at 8:30 a.m. The artist market, festival, music and KidZone run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Block Party, 6-11 p.m., will offer live music, food and beverages. The action will continue June 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Virginia Highland Farmers Market

Shop fresh produce, colorful flowers and local shops at the Virginia Highland Farmers Market. Vendors are selling everything from candles to fresh produce to organic juices. The farmers market is open from 8:30 a.m. to noon. on Sundays. Find other farmers markets around Atlanta here.

Atlanta Streets Alive

Enjoy a beautiful summer day on Peachtree Street during Atlanta Streets Alive, June 14. The street shuts down for cars, allowing people to walk, bike or bring their furry friends onto the street. The route goes from MLK Jr. Drive: Beltline to Vine City, which is a new route specifically for FIFA.

Black Music Week (bamX)

The inaugural Black Music Week (bamX) continues through June 6. Events throughout the week will amplify Black American music, arts, culture, entertainment, technology and economic development. With a plethora of Black artists who call Atlanta home or who started their careers here, bamX is aimed at bringing together industry leaders, artists and fans from around the world.

Frame by Frame: The Art of Stop-Motion Animation at Center for Puppetry Arts

A new exhibit is coming to the Center for Puppetry Arts. Frame by Frame: The Art of Stop-Motion explores the artistry, craftsmanship and innovation behind stop-motion animation. There will be more than 80 original puppets, sets and production elements from iconic films and TV series. Iconic characters on display include SpongeBob SquarePants, James and the Giant Peach, Fantastic Mr. Fox and more. The exhibit opens June 12 and will run through Nov. 1.

Flying Colors Butterfly Festival Flutters into Chattahoochee Nature Center

The Chattahoochee Nature Center celebrates 50 years in 2026, and many celebrations are scheduled, including the annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival June 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and June 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Step into the enclosure with butterflies soaring all around. There will be pollinator experts and educators to teach you more about the lives of butterflies. Enjoy live entertainment, too.

Atlanta Fringe Festival

The second weekend of the annual Atlanta Fringe Festival will take place in Little 5 Points and East Atlanta Village June 5-7. This year’s festival will feature 80 performance groups across 10 venues.

Space Explorers: THE INFINITE

Experience life as an astronaut onboard the International Space Station at the Space Explores: THE INFINITE exhibit. Using VR immersive technology, guests are transported nearly 250 miles above Earth. They will get a front-row seat to NASA’s Artemis I rocket launch presented on giant screens, connecting humanity’s achievements in orbit with the next chapter of deep-space exploration as the Artemis program prepares for its upcoming Artemis II launch. See the exhibit at Pullman Yards.

Celebrate Juneteenth in Atlanta

Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival

Atlanta’s Juneteenth Parade & Music Festival celebrates freedom, unity and equality, and commemorates the emancipation of enslaved persons in America. Scheduled for June 19-21 in Piedmont Park, the festival will have two entertainment stages playing soulful sounds. There will be local and international vendors selling merchandise, food to enjoy and cultural activities.

Atlanta’s position as the heart of the Civil Rights Movement makes celebrating Juneteenth in our city even more special. Juneteenth Atlanta is a 10-year member of the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation, the driving force behind Juneteenth becoming a national holiday. There are plenty of ways to honor Black culture in Atlanta through our Juneteenth itinerary.

Pride Month

While Atlanta hosts it’s Pride Parade in October, there are plenty events throughout June to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.

For even 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.

Originally Published April 7, 2026