Community Events
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Event List
- 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.
- Historic HeartlandConcert
Purple Madness is the ultimate celebration of the most widely beloved entertainer and profoundly influential artist of all time: Prince. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
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.COST: $75 per group of up to four people, + individual Zoo Admission | Includes one painting per group of four people.
MEMBER COST: $67.50 | Includes one painting per group of four people.
AGE RANGE: All ages
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Youths 15 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- There must be one adult in attendance with each registration.
- Youth 3 and under must remain with their adult group members at all times.
- Atlanta MetroEducation, Kids & Family, Outdoors
ARE YOU CRAVING SOME ANIMAL TIME BEFORE THE ZOO OPENS TO THE PUBLIC?
Join us to Rise and Dine with the Animals, where you can enjoy a continental breakfast* by Proof of the Pudding while also enjoying an early morning view of the animals as they get ready to start their day.
Each program will include an educational component to learn more about the species, time with an animal care professional to hear about the individuals in their care, a memorable takeaway connected to the featured animal and Zoo admission to stay and enjoy the Zoo at the end of the program.
*Breakfast will include fruit, yogurt, pastries, coffee, hot tea, and juice. Option to add a mimosa for 21+ guests when you register.
UPCOMING 2024 DATES:
May 18: Gorillas
June 15 and 22: Pandas
July 6 and 20: Complex Carnivores
August 3 and 31: African Savanna
September 14 and 28: Pandas
October 5 and 12: GorillasTIME:
8:30-9:30 a.m.COST: $65 (includes Zoo admission)
MEMBER COST: $52
THEMES:
May 18 and October 5 and 12: Gorillas
Bring your troop to join us for an interactive breakfast and learn more about how we care for this iconic species, including 4-year-old Floyd and his silverback dad, Taz. During breakfast, you’ll watch the gorillas start their morning by searching their habitat for surprises left for them by the Animal Care Team. You’ll have the opportunity to hear firsthand what it is like to care for gorillas at the Zoo from one of our animal care professionals and Zoo educators will have activities and biofacts for you to explore as you learn more about gorillas at the Zoo and in the wild.June 15 and 22 and September 14 and 28: Giant Pandas
Start your day alongside the pandas at Zoo Atlanta, joining them in breakfast (don’t worry, yours won’t be bamboo!) and exploring the world around you. See the hard work that goes into caring for the pandas, and chat with the Animal Care Team to hear some of their favorite stories from working with pandas. Explore the world of pandas and our relationship with them over the years through programming from our educators.July 6 & 20: Complex Carnivores
While their breakfasts might be different, join some carnivorous friends as they investigate and patrol their habitats. Come face-to-face with some of the incredible adaptations that help carnivores survive, and hear from our Animal Care and Education Teams about how we take these adaptations into account while caring for animals including tigers, clouded leopards and more!August 3 & 31: African Savanna
Graze alongside the animals of the African savanna where you might catch glimpses of zebras, ostriches, giraffes and elephants as they start their day. Learn from our Education and Animal Care teams about the dynamic relationships between the different species on the savanna and investigate how our teams care for multiple species living together.AGE RANGE:
Program is open to all ages, but content is geared to audiences ages 12+. Children 3 and under are free, but must be registered. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- 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 MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Calling all Adventure Cubs, ages 0-5, and their favorite grownups for a morning of exploration, learning and fun.
Embark on a new journey each month with a zoo educator as families get to learn and play together.
Each month, young explorers will learn about a new animal through a game, craft, story and singalong. At the end of the program, participants will visit the animal of the month’s habitat to make observations and draw connections to the lesson. You and your family will then receive a themed scavenger hunt to do in the zoo on your own.
All topics and activities are designed for children ages 2-5, with opportunities for exploration for ages 0-2. During the winter months, this program will be held indoors.
UPCOMING 2024 DATES:
June 20
July 6 and 18
Aug. 3 and 15
Sept. 7 and 19
Oct. 5 and 17
Nov. 2 and 21
December 7 and 19
TIME: 9:30-10:30 a.m.
NON-MEMBER 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 includes Zoo admission.
THEMES:
Each month, Adventure Cubs will explore a new region of the world to investigate the animals and environments there! The purpose of each program is to expose young children to the diversity of animals around the world and to draw connections to the ways we are similar and different. For each adventure, Adventure Cubs will engage in an activity, read a story and create a take-away memory.- Terrific Turtles and Tortoises: Thursday, June 20
- Loveable Lions: Saturday, July 6 and Thursday, July 18
- Exciting Elephants: Saturday, Aug. 3 and Thursday, Aug. 15
- Radiant Rhinos: Saturday, Sept. 7 and Thursday, Sept. 19
- Zesty Zebras: Saturday, Oct. 5 and Thursday, Oct. 17
- Fabulous Frogs: Saturday, Nov. 2 and Thursday, Nov. 21
- Noble Naked Mole Rats: Saturday, Dec. 7 and Thursday, Dec. 19
AGE RANGE: 0-5 years old
- Atlanta MetroTheater
A two-and-a-half hour long comedic murder mystery where you play alongside professional actors to solve the crime (or not). We welcome you to "I Love the 80s to Death," a 1980s battle of the bands concert with a deadly rivalry!
- 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 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
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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.