Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | May 3-5, 2024

ATLANTA - It's the first weekend of May and there are BIG things happening. In addition to the Kentucky Derby watch parties and Cinco de Mayo celebrations, the Shaky Knees Festival is happening in downtown Atlanta, the Latino Family Festival & Light Show is opening at Stone Mountain Park, the Atlanta Wine & Jazz Festival is taking over Piedmont Park, and there's plenty more to choose from.

Bodacious Blooms Festival

• Location: Buckhead Village

• When: May 2-4

• Details: 5K walk/race, larger-than-life floral installations, hands-on floral workshops from master floral

• designers, colorful in-store activations, exclusive promotions and endless photo-ready moments.

• More info: Event page

Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics

• Location: Callanwolde, Atlanta

• When: 7:30 p.m. May 3

• Details: The Atlanta band entertains audiences with a mixture of funk, Southern soul, Motown, and R&B. Guests are invited to bring blankets, chairs, food, and drinks. On concert days, the Callanwolde amphitheater opens for concertgoers one hour prior to the concert.

• Tickets: $35 general admission.

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Interstellar Echoes (Pink Floyd Tribute)

• Location: Newton Park, Alabama Road, Johns Creek

• When: 6 p.m. May 3

• Details: The Summer Concert Series returns with a performance by Interstellar Echoes, a Pink Floyd tribute band. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Seating is first come, first serve. Food trucks will be on-site. Beer & wine available for purchase.

• More Info: Facebook Event

Kevin Ross

• Location: City Winery, Ponce City Market

• When: 6:30 p.m. May 3

• Details: Kevin Ross is known for his masterful songwriting, intricate soundscapes, and captivating vocals. His latest single, "Look My Way," explores the excitement of infatuation with classic R&B vibes.

• More Info: Facebook Event

Decatur Arts Festival

• Location: downtown Decatur

• When: May 3-5

• Details: Fine art festival, live music, children's book festival, kids' fest, food and beverages.

• More info: Event page

Shaky Knees Festival

• Location: Central Park, downtown Atlanta

• When: May 3-5

• Details: This year's headliners include Noah Kahan, Arcade Fire, Young The Giant, Weezer, Queens of the Stone Age, The Offspring, Girl in Red, Foo Fighters, Billy Idol, Portugal, and The Man. Only 1-day general admission tickets are left. Tickets start at $165.

• More Info: Music Festival Wizard

Most Mana-ful Bars in America Awards Celebration

• Location: Dad's on Highland Avenue

• When: 5-8 p.m. May 3

• Details: Celebrate the Most Mana-ful Bars in America Awards at a free event at Dad's, sponsored by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's small-batch tequila, Teremana Tequila. The awards recognize hospitality spaces that bring the spirit of Mana to life. Free Teremana Tequila cocktails and complimentary bites. Must register. Spots are limited.

• RSVP: Event Page

Latino Family Festival and Light Show

• Location: Stone Mountain Park

• When: First 3 weekends in May

• Details: The 2nd annual Latino Festival and Light Show celebrates Latino culture and heritage. There will be music, dance, a parade, and a massive drone and light show. Live concerts every Sunday. Los Cadetes de Linare performs May 5. La Sonora Dinamita performs May 12. Triny, La Leyend performs May 19. Tickets for festival are $19.99 general admission. Festival and attractions tickets are $39.99 general admission.

• More Info: Stone Mountain Park

STAR WARS Drag Brunch

• Location: City Winery Atlanta

• When: 11 a.m. May 4

• Details: May the Fourth Be With You STAR WARS Drag Brunch presented by WUSSY! Tickets start at $25.

• Details: Event page

FREE Comic Book Day Art Market

• Location: My Parents' Basement, Avondale Estates

• When: Noon May 4

• Details: Celebrate FREE Comic Book Day at an art market at My Parents' Basement. There will be 10 artists, a live DJ, toys and comics for sale, FREE comics, 15+ beers on tap, and food.

• More Info: Facebook Event

Atlanta Wine & Jazz Festival

• Location: Piedmont Park

• When: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 4

• Details: This year's festival features performances by Marion Meadows, Four80east with Jeff Kashiwa, Marcus Johnson, Jazmin Ghent, with Phylicia Rae, jazz vocalist Lori Williams, and UK DJ Sapphire. Unlimited sampling of over 50 international and domestic wines, craft beers and spirits and a variety of food trucks.

• Tickets: $75

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I Love the '80s STAR WARS Dance Party

• Location: Red Light Cafe

• Time: 9 p.m. May 4

• Details: Celebrate May 4th with the I Love the '80s STAR WARS Dance Party with DJ Jaycee and special guest DJ Sky at Red Light Cafe in Atlanta. Come dressed as your favorite STAR WARS character.

• Admission: $10 at the door.

• More info: Facebook Event

A Movie Under The Stars

• Location: Rex Park, Clayton County

• When: 5 p.m. May 4

• Details: Clayton County Parks and Recreation will be showing "Barbie" at its A Movie Under The Stars event on May 4. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. Movie starts at 7 p.m.

• More Info: Clayton County Government

Music in the Garden

• Location: Woodlands Garden of Decatur

• When: 2 to 4 p.m. May 5

• Details: Mockingbird's Wing will perform in this free event under the tree canopy at Woodlands Garden.

• More Info: Facebook Event

Comedy Night at Buteco

• Location: Buteco in Grant Park

• When: 5 p.m. May 5

• Details: Comedy night hosted by Lauren Jones. Also live music.

• More Info: Facebook Event

Hello Spring Artisan Market

• Location: Phipps Plaza

• When: Noon to 6 p.m. May 5

• Details: The Hello Spring Artisan market will take place on The Green at Phipps Plaza. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo, enjoy live music, and shop at various women-owned businesses.

• More Info: Phipps Plaza

"Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels"

• Location: Fernbank Museum, Atlanta

• When: Now

• Details: Audiences can journey inside the wonders of the human body with Fernbank Museum’s newest giant screen film, "Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels," narrated by Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey. Witness the latest revolutionary breakthroughs in science and bioengineering, as well as inspiring stories from real-life people, researchers and scientists that showcase life-saving medical technologies. Included in general admission.

• Tickets: $23.95 to $25.95.

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Jason D. Williams

• Location: Eddie's Attic, Decatur

• When: 6 p.m. May 5

• Details: Jason D. Williams is known for his take-no-prisoners approach to performing country and rock 'n' roll.

• Tickets: Start at $20.

• More Info: Facebook Event

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Alice's Wonderland Returns

• Location: Atlanta Botanical Garden

• When: May 11 to Sept. 15

• Details: The popular Alice's Wonderland exhibit returns to Atlanta Botanical Garden. It features 7 installations of 38 topiary-like mosaiculture pieces throughout the garden.

• Tickets: General admission tickets are $26.95. Discounts for children and seniors.

• More Info: Atlanta Botanical Garden

ACP Block Party + Open Exhibition

• Location: Atlanta Center for Photography, Edgewood Avenue

• When: 2 to 6 p.m. May 11

• Details: A single day of art, food, music, events, and activities hosted by the Atlanta Center for Photography in collaboration with several local businesses, including Dad’s Garage, Fred Martin Welding Co., Historic District Development Corporation, King of Pops, Local Industries, Marcus Bar and Grille, and Staplehouse. 

• More info: Event page 

Judas Priest

• Location: Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

• When: 7:30 p.m. May 11

• Details: The English heavy metal band Judas Priest, which got its start in 1969, has sold more than 50 million albums and is currently ranked as one of the greatest metal bands of all time.

• Tickets: Start at $65. Live Nation

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