Community Events
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Event List
- Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
Learn all about this year’s Perseid Meteor Shower! The annual celestial event will be unobstructed by the Moon’s light this year. Tellus Astronomer Karisa Zdanky will explain the science behind meteor showers, discuss the difference between meteors and meteorites and will explain how you can get ready to watch this year’s Perseid Meteor Shower. Guests will also have the opportunity to see and touch real meteorites.
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
This temporary exhibit explores the fascinating history of pottery along the Orange, Georgia, mail route in Cherokee County. This exhibit features the works of historic potters Edward Stork and James. P. Reid, as well as the work of contemporary potters Ron Cooper and Jay Benzel.
From the Clay is included in the general admission to the Cherokee County History Center. The Cherokee County History Center is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
- Classic SouthFitness & Health, Leisure & Recreation, Outdoors, Sporting Event
Join us at Eisenhower Lakes Golf Club for our Get Golf Ready-3 Summer Sessions!
Class 1: Putting / Clubhouse Orientation
Class 2: Chipping / Etiquette & Rules
Class 3: Full Swing Irons & Driver
Class 4: On course instructionSchedule:
June:
4 - Tuesday 5:30-7
6 - Thursday 5:30-7
11 - Tuesday 5:30-7
13 - Thursday 5:30-7July:
9 - Tuesday 5:30-7
11 - Thursday 5:30-7
16 - Tuesday 5:30-7
18 - Thursday 5:30-7August:
6 - Tuesday 5:30-7
8 - Thursday 5:30-7
13 - Tuesday 5:30-7
15 - Thursday 5:30-7What's Included:
- Four group clinics led by PGA professional
- On-course instruction
- Golf starter gift bag with golf balls/tees
- Equipment provided as needed (packaged clubs available for purchase)
- Fun and welcoming environment
- Trial membership from start of class to completion
Monthly package of four sessions is $150 per golfer.
Sign up quickly to get your slot with our PGA Pro!
Call (706) 791-2433 to register or for more information.
This event is open to the public. If you need access to Fort Eisenhower, please visit: https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family
BRING YOUR LITTLEST ONES FOR AN EVENING OF EXPLORING THE ZOO AND OBSERVING ANIMALS AFTER-HOURS!
Enjoy a mini tour of the Zoo with a Zoo Educator, stopping along the way to sing songs, hear animal stories and dance like an animal!
This program is designed for families with children ages 0-5, with opportunities for exploration for ages 0-2. Join us for a fun evening adventure before the sun goes down.
UPCOMING 2024 DATES:
May 30
June 8
July 20
August 8
August 31
September 14TIME:
4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.COST: $26 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)*
MEMBER COST: $21 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)*
* Program registration does not include Zoo admission.
AGE RANGE:
0-5 years old
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
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.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Every Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m.COST: $130 + Zoo admission | MEMBER COST: $117
AGE RANGE: 4 and up
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.
- Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.
- There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.
- Historic HeartlandKids & Family
Gather the family and join us for an unforgettable evening of joy and laughter at Family Fun Night on Thursday, Aug. 8, from 4-8 p.m. at Ted Wright Park!
As the school season kicks off, let's make the most of the summer vibes with a celebration that promises something for everyone.
Groove to the rhythm of live music, creating the perfect soundtrack for an evening of family fun. Savor the flavors of the season with a delectable lineup of food trucks, offering tasty treats to satisfy every palate.
For our little adventurers, the excitement never ends with a variety of activities designed just for them! From face painting to games, there'll be endless opportunities for laughter and play. And don't forget to keep an eye out for our fantastic giveaways. It's our way of saying thank you for being a part of this wonderful community.
So, pack a picnic blanket, bring your smiles and create lasting memories at Family Fun Night. Let's bid farewell to summer with an evening of togetherness, good food and plenty of family fun at Ted Wright Park!
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
This temporary exhibit explores the fascinating history of pottery along the Orange, Georgia, mail route in Cherokee County. This exhibit features the works of historic potters Edward Stork and James. P. Reid, as well as the work of contemporary potters Ron Cooper and Jay Benzel.
From the Clay is included in the general admission to the Cherokee County History Center. The Cherokee County History Center is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
- -Historic HeartlandArt Exhibit, Community
Enjoy seeing how local artisans create artwork that turns everyday items into original works of art! Show starts on Saturday, Aug. 3. Deadline to enter is July 27, 2024.
- Atlanta MetroFood & Drink, Other, Outdoors
Enjoy a wild kind of happy hour during this casual evening on select Fridays this summer. Perfect for a get-together or date night.
Savanna Nights 2024 dates and themes:
June 21: Pride Night - Let your fabulous self go wild and celebrate all types of love at Zoo Atlanta!
July 19: Staycation - Stay in Atlanta but bask in the tropical vacation vibes! It’s all we ever wanted.
August 9: Wild & Nerdy - Obsessed with animals like we are? Explore the Zoo without the kids and get nerdy with us!6-9 p.m.
Celebrate the start of the weekend with cocktails (or mocktails) and incredible views of African elephants, zebras, flamingos and more! At Zoo Atlanta’s Savanna Nights. Dress up, dress down or dress in costume… let’s have a roaring good time! This is a ticketed rain-or-shine event for those ages 21 and up only. Tickets and ID will be checked upon arrival.
Tickets
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One-Night-Only Ticket: Non-Member: $40 | Member: $35
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All-Summer-Long Ticket Package: Non-Member: $105 | Member: $90
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Includes one ticket to each Savanna Nights. On sale April 29 through June 21.
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Tickets Include:
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One full-size signature cocktail or mocktail
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Themed activities and entertainment (see below for more info!)
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Live music
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Food, snacks, and additional alcoholic drinks available for purchase
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Ask-A-Keeper opportunities
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- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
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.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Every Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m.COST: $130 + Zoo admission | MEMBER COST: $117
AGE RANGE: 4 and up
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.
- Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.
- There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.
- Atlanta MetroEducation, Kids & Family, Other, Outdoors
We can’t plan a trip to Madagascar for you, but we can help you meet one of its most iconic native species. Experience our Lemur Wild Encounter!
Meet and feed some of the amazing primates that make the island of Madagascar one of Earth’s richest and most dynamic natural ecosystems, and learn what you can do to help one of the most endangered groups of mammals on the planet.
- Meet outside the entrance to The Living Treehouse 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 a.m.COST: $45 + Zoo admission | MEMBER COST: $41
AGE RANGE: 4 and up
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.
- Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.
- There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Meet the ancient giants of Aldabra Atoll. See and feed one of the world’s largest living tortoise species in the only Wild Encounter experience that allows guests to share the same space with the animals.
The Aldabra Tortoise Wild Encounter is unique in that participants can experience meeting a tortoise up close, inside their habitat.
- Meet at the Aldabra giant tortoise habitat at Scaly Slimy Spectacular 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter.
- Please note that this encounter brings you up-close to an animal in a staff-only area with an Animal Care Team member but does take place in public view.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Every Monday, Friday and Saturday at 3:15 p.m. until August 19, 2024COST: $45 + Zoo admission | MEMBER COST: $41
AGE RANGE: 4 and up
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.
- Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.
- There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
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.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
- This encounter is not ADA accessible.
- All guests must wear closed-toed shoes on this encounter.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Warthog Wild Encounters will run from March 29 – November 11, 2024.
Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday at 1 p.m.COST: $45 + Zoo admission | MEMBER COST: $41
AGE RANGE: 4 and up
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.
- Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.
- There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children 15 years old and under.
- -Atlanta MetroCommunity, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation, Theater
"Jukebox Giants: Motown & More" is a song and dance musical revue featuring the most popular hits of the Motown era and beyond!
Music lovers can take a trip back to the golden age of classic pop, rock and Motown with sensational singers, dazzling dancers, colorful costumes and stunning sets as we bring the top jukebox favorites of the '50s, '60s and 70s to life--only on the Strand stage! Audiences of all ages will be dancing in their seats to the soulful sounds of Motown and more in this high-energy, must-see musical spectacular.
This live performance is approximately 2 hours long, including an intermission.
Do you have a group of 10+?
Call the Box Office at 770-293-0080 for a group discount!
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
This temporary exhibit explores the fascinating history of pottery along the Orange, Georgia, mail route in Cherokee County. This exhibit features the works of historic potters Edward Stork and James. P. Reid, as well as the work of contemporary potters Ron Cooper and Jay Benzel.
From the Clay is included in the general admission to the Cherokee County History Center. The Cherokee County History Center is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
- -Historic HeartlandArt Exhibit, Community
Enjoy seeing how local artisans create artwork that turns everyday items into original works of art! Show starts on Saturday, Aug. 3. Deadline to enter is July 27, 2024.
- Atlanta MetroCommunity, Kids & Family, Other
Join us for a night of community building, celebration and fun at the DTL Happening: National Night Out! This event is a great opportunity to connect with your community and celebrate all the things that make Lawrenceville a special place while highlighting the importance of public safety and community resilience.
Activities include a "Zootopia" movie screening, a touch-a-truck event featuring law enforcement vehicles, games and activities by Be Active Gwinnett, and food trucks.
- Magnolia MidlandsOutdoors
Located on Madison Street in Downtown Dublin GA, the Market on Madison is a premier open-air venue buzzing with activity. A community-driven experience, vendors and visitors come together to celebrate the richness of local flavors each Saturday morning 7:30 AM until 12:30 PM from April through mid October. Patrons can also find a variety of handmade crafts and original art, and find fun activities for the Little Sprouts throughout the season! Over the last several years, Dublin’s Farmers Market has experienced much growth, noting more than 30 vendors each week and 350 patrons during peak produce season.
- Magnolia MidlandsTheater
Take in a show at Downtown Dublin's revived Martin Movie House at Theatre Dublin! Boasting the largest retractable movie screen in Georgia, a custom built 40 foot screen and 15-speaker motion-driven digital surround sound system allows each of the 620 seats an experience of the highest quality visual and sound. Join us for the Kid's Summer Movie Series select Thursdays at 10 AM and 2 PM from May to August. Tickets are $5 for adults, $2 for kids over 3, and FREE for 3 and under. For those more musically inclined, tickets are $5 to see The Greatest Showman Sing-along on August 10th at 7 PM and Elvis August 16th at 7 PM.
Visit the website for the full line up of movies!
- Historic HeartlandConcert
Join Eatonton Main Street at the Eatonton City Center Stage for the Downtown GetDown Concert Series!
This free concert will include a live performance from the R&B, soul and funk band Dynamic Sounds of Phunk, with special guests John Dunn & the Jazzman Band. Bring your lawn chairs, coolers and dancing shoes for a night of fun!
Vendors open at 6 p.m., and the music begins at 7 p.m.