Community Events

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: Sunday, Monday, Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m. 

Member Cost: $117 | Non-Member Cost: $130 + Zoo admission

Age Range: 4 and up

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: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 a.m. beginning March 28

Member Cost: $41 | Non-Member Cost: $45 + Zoo admission

Age Range: 4 and up

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: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday at 1 p.m. beginning March 29

Member Cost: $41 | Non-Member Cost: $45 + Zoo admission

Age Range: 4 and up

“Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat, ahead of your time!”

One of the most enduring shows of all time, "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.

Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.

Georgia's Official Musical Theatre, Peach State Summer Theatre presents three musicals in rotating repertory each summer.

The PSST company consists of theatre artists from across the country, including some with a Valdosta State University affiliation.

Summer 2025 is the 36th season of professional musical theatre produced by Valdosta State University.

The 2025 season will present "A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline," "Little Shop of Horrors" and "The Wizard of Oz."

Join us for a magical night under the stars as the Lawrenceville Movie Club presents "The Wizard of Oz" on July 18.

Join us for our Lawrenceville Movie Club free movie series! Bring your friends, family, and blankets or lawn chairs for a laid-back evening with great food and more!

While you're here, indulge in delicious eats from our lineup of food trucks. We'll have something for everyone.

So, join the club and mark your calendars for July 18 and August 8. And be sure to check out our movie lineup happening all summer long!

About the Movie: "The Wizard of Oz" (1939)

When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) who needs a brain, a Tin Man (Jack Haley) missing a heart, and a cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr) who wants courage. The wizard asks the group to bring him the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton) to earn his help.

Up Next

• Aug. 8 – "The Great Mouse Detective"

Super Sleuths: We need your help!

We just received a new shipment of exhibit pieces and the labels fell off. We only have five days to get everything back to their gallery. During this week, explorers will solve a gallery-specific science-related problem each day. They will engage in hands-on activities that will promote critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and peer collaboration.

Following a celebrated debut in 2024, the Marburger Atlanta Antique & Design Show returns to the Southern Exchange Ballrooms with more than 100 top dealers and 50,000 square feet of curated European and American antiques, vintage treasures and rare design finds. The event kicks off with a VIP Shopping Experience on July 15, followed by a Breakfast and Design Panel on July 16. General admission runs through July 19.

This 8-piece band delivers a powerful tribute to the legendary group Chicago, recreating the full concert experience with incredible precision. Enjoy an evening of classic rock horns, harmonies and high-energy performance. (706) 436-8483.

Show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Join the Backlot Players for their first show since the renovations!

This timeless classic kicks off the 2025-2026 season which will be Backlot’s 30th! Come help them celebrate their reopening and this momentous milestone!

Get ready to sing your hearts out at Heroes Bar! Check out the fantastic drinks on the menu and have a super fun evening singing karaoke. The fun kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with the amazing Tony Howard. We can't wait to see you there!

For questions, please call (706) 791-3446.

Need gate access, visit: https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection!

Keep the kids entertained this summer without breaking the bank. Registered kids get 2 free games of bowling every day (Monday-Friday) all summer long from June 2 - Aug. 1 (Monday-Friday only). 

How the programs works:

• Must be 15 years and younger
• Shoe rental is required
• No Reservations, groups, or daycare outings

Parent passes are available for those parents who want to bowl with their child(ren).

To register, visit http://kidsbowlfree.com/army!

Let the good times roll!

For questions or more information, please call (706) 791-3446.

Eisenhower Lakes invites all Youth On Course golfers to play their course!

Youth On Course provides young people with access to life-changing opportunities through golf. Youth On Course is a PGA of America initiative to break down the high cost barrier for junior golfers while giving them access to play the game at an affordable rate.

Staff at Eisenhower Lakes will verify the juniors YOC membership through the PGA/Georgia Section.

Juniors, between 6-18 years of age, have access to Eisenhower Lakes Golf Club facilities Monday through Saturday after 12 p.m.

For questions or to book a tee time, please call (706)791-2433.

The Greens Fee cost is $5.

E.B. White’s heartwarming classic about the unlikely friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a spider called Charlotte.

This delightful story follows Wilbur from his beginnings as a scrawny piglet who is spared from becoming pork chops by a young girl named Fern. But as he grows, it takes help from all his new farmyard friends to save his life again, including the miraculous talents of that very special spider.

Charlotte’s Web is a timeless tale that has enchanted audiences of all ages for generations. The story illustrates the enduring power of friendship and captures the hearts of audiences again and again. Come be a part of this enchanted tale made for audiences of all ages. This show will only run for two weekends, so get your tickets early, as shows have been selling out quickly.

Friday and Saturday night shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees begin at 2 p.m.

Elevate summer with a luxurious daycation at Thompson Atlanta – Buckhead’s rooftop pool deck.

Guests can now reserve stylish, partially shaded cabanas, available for half-day or full-day rental. Each cabana experience includes complimentary towel service, Wi-Fi, a welcome gift and access to poolside food and drink service from The Pool Bar. Discounted valet parking is also offered for $10.

For the ultimate indulgence, upgrade the cabana experience with curated add-on packages featuring refreshing drinks, shareable bites and premium bottle service.

For more information and to reserve a cabana, visit here.

Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult over 21.

Throughout July, enjoy a dynamic lineup of live entertainment at Tesserae. On Wednesdays from 7-10 p.m., immerse yourself in soulful live jazz performances by talented musicians.

Every Friday and Saturday, heat things up with high-energy DJ sets from 8 p.m.-midnight.

Plus, soak up the sun during the day with a live DJ spinning poolside on the rooftop every Saturday from 2-0 p.m.

Whether you're in the mood for smooth jazz or electrifying beats, the hotel has something to set the perfect vibe for your evening. Visit here for more details.

Thompson Atlanta – Buckhead will serve as the host hotel for Fashionista Camp, offering a sleek and stylish home base for select camp events, intimate workshops and pop-up experiences throughout the summer.

Each week of camp is tailored to age-specific groups, with Week 3 (July 7-11) designed for younger participants, Weeks 2 (June 23-27) and 4 (July 21-25) focused on older campers, and Week 5 (Aug. 4-8) open to ages 8-18.

Weekly activities may include tours of the SCAD Museum, walk-throughs of Phipps Plaza, storyboarding, sewing workshops, scent blending, yoga and mindfulness practices, luxury brand history, sustainable fashion lessons, expert guidance from industry professionals across fashion, design and wellness and more – all culminating in an end of summer fashion show on Saturday, Aug. 9 for campers of all ages.

For more information, visit Fashionista-Camp.com.  

PARENTS, ENJOY A WELL-DESERVED NIGHT OFF!

Send your kids to the Zoo for a wildly fun and educational evening with our trained educators. 

Activities are purposefully designed for children ages 5-11 and include a guided after-hours tour of the Zoo, games and activities, crafts, story time and a pizza dinner. 

2025 Dates/Themes:
June 7 – Curious Cats
June 28 – Bird Brains 
July 19 – Savanna Giants 
August 23 – Mystifying Mammals 
August 30 – Radical Reptiles 

Time: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Member Cost: $35 per child

Non-Member Cost: $42 per child

Age Range: 5-11 years old

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. 
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. 
- 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

“Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat, ahead of your time!”

One of the most enduring shows of all time, "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.

Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.