BigPeach Food Truck Tuesdays 📅 Monday, August 18, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Taylor-Brawner Park, 3180 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, GA, 30080 🔗 Event Info 📝 Enjoy Smyrna Food Truck Tuesdays each Tuesday from May 7 through September 24 (no event the week of July 4 or Labor Day) at Taylor-Brawner Park from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Comedy Open Mic Night at The Alley Stage 📅 Monday, August 18, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 The Alley Stage, 11 Anderson St, Marietta, GA, 30064 🔗 Event Info 📝 Visit The Alley Stage on Tuesday evenings for a hilarious dose of stand-up comedy, witty one-liners, and side-splitting performances that will leave you in stitches. Have a knack for humor? This is your chance to shine! Whether you’re a seasoned stand-up comedian or a first-timer testing the comedic waters, The Alley Stage welcomes performers of all experience levels. The Alley Stage’s intimate and cozy setting creates the perfect atmosphere for a night of laughter. Marvel vs DC Trivia Showdown! 📅 Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Schoolhouse Brewing, 840 Franklin Ct SE, Marietta, GA, 30067 🔗 Event Info 📝 Join Schoolhouse Brewing for a night where the multiverse collides! Enjoy diving deep into both comic universes — from Krypton to Wakanda, no cape is safe. Jazz Talk with Trey Wright: A Journey Through Jazz History Part Two 📅 Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 The Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30064 🔗 Event Info 📝 Join us for our interactive Jazz Talks with KSU Professor Trey Wright presented in partnership with the Jazz At The Strand series. The Jazz Talks will be located in our Lumiere Lounge. Here are the next four scheduled presentations to come: Vinings Jubilee Farmers Market 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 02:00 PM 📍 Vinings Jubilee, New Paces Ferry Rd. and Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 Gather in Vinings every Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. and shop local goods from over 30 vendors. The market is located in the parking lot at the intersection of New Paces Ferry Rd. and Paces Ferry Rd. Great Southeast Pollinator Census - Citizen Science at Work! 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM 🔗 Event Info 📝 Join the Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County for the 2025 Great Southeast Pollinator Census! Become a citizen scientist and help count pollinator insects for 15 minutes to support vital research and conservation. It’s fun, fast, and impactful for all ages. Learn how to participate and find resources athttps://gsepc.org and https://www.cobbmastergardeners.com. You can count at home or join us at one of our counting events at the listed Cobb County demonstration gardens. Stop by anytime during the listed window – each count takes only 15 minutes! Comedy on the Square 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 The Alley Stage, 11 Anderson St, Marietta, GA, 30064 🔗 Event Info 📝 Get ready for a night of world-class laughs at The Alley Stage’s Comedy on the Square — Cobb County’s premier professional comedy show! Every weekend, the BEST comedians from Atlanta, the Southeast, and across the country, deliver unforgettable performances that will have you laughing all night long. From national touring headliners to rising stars of the comedy scene, the lineup is carefully curated to showcase top-tier talent and diverse comedic styles — all in an intimate, up-close setting that makes every show feel personal and electric. Whether you’re a dedicated comedy fan or just looking for an incredible night out, Comedy on the Square promises nonstop laughs, sharp wit, and a high-energy atmosphere. Grab your friends, get a drink, and experience why The Alley Stage is Cobb County’s home for professional live comedy. Acworth Farmers Market 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee Street, Acworth, GA, 30101 🔗 Event Info 📝 The 2025 Historic Downtown Acworth Farmer’s Market will take place on Friday mornings between April 4 and October 31 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The market is located in the Logan Farm Park Expansion, located at 4405 Cherokee Street in Acworth. There will be no Acworth Farmers Market on Friday, July 4, 2025. Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Truist Park, 755 Battery Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 Cheer on the Atlanta Braves as they go head to head with the New York Mets! Glover Park Concert Series 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30060 🔗 Event Info 📝 The 2025 Glover Park Concert Series features local and national acts on the last Friday night, April through September in Glover Park on the Marietta Square. The Series is presented in part by the Downtown Marietta Development Authority, and the City of Marietta and Marietta Parks, Recreation and Facilities. The concerts are free but if you are looking for a “front-row seat,” a limited number of tables can be reserved for a fee (and will sell out quickly) on the first working day of each month beginning at 8:00 a.m. Movies at The Strand: Do The Right Thing - A Spike Lee Joint (1989) 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30060 🔗 Event Info 📝 Salvatore “Sal” Fragione (Danny Aiello) is the Italian owner of a pizzeria in Brooklyn. A neighborhood local, Buggin’ Out (Giancarlo Esposito), becomes upset when he sees that the pizzeria’s Wall of Fame exhibits only Italian actors. Buggin’ Out believes a pizzeria in a black neighborhood should showcase black actors, but Sal disagrees. The wall becomes a symbol ofracism and hate to Buggin’ Out and to other people in the neighborhood, and tensions rise. Do the Right Thing is a 1989 American comedy-drama film produced, written and directed by Spike Lee. It stars Lee, Danny Aiello, Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Richard Edson, Giancarlo Esposito, Bill Nunn, John Turturro and Samuel L. Jackson and is the feature film debut of Martin Lawrence and Rosie Perez. Movie Length: 2 h Movie Rating: R**Individuals under the age of 17 will not be admitted without a parent or guardian. Cobb P.A.R.K.S. Presents: Kaiser Permanente's Summer Movie Series 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton, GA, 30126 🔗 Event Info 📝 Bring the whole family to Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre for a free outdoor screening of The Peanuts Movie, presented by Cobb Parks and Kaiser Permanente! Gates open at 6 PM, and the movie starts at 7 PM. Relax on the spacious lawn or take shelter under the covered terrace while enjoying treats from on-site concessions or your own snacks. Free parking is available on site, and the venue is fully wheelchair accessible with restrooms for your convenience. Service animals are welcome. Don’t miss this fun and heartwarming movie night perfect for all ages! Marietta Square Artisan Market 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Marietta Square, 50 North Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30060 🔗 Event Info 📝 An open air showcase of locally made art. Every Saturday on Mill Street. The Murder Mystery Co's Dinner Theatre Show 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Hudson Grille, 2500 Cobb Place Lane NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144 🔗 Event Info 📝 Step right into a hilarious, and interactive murder mystery where you might just be the killer! It’s the thrilling event everyone’s dying to attend—do not let this unforgettable night pass you by! Cobb International Festival 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Jim R. Miller Parks & Event Center, 2245 Callaway Rd SW, Marietta, GA, 30080 🔗 Event Info 📝 Cobb County is excited to bring back the International Festival on Saturday, August 23rd from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 2025 International Festival is a prime opportunity for residents and guests to showcase and celebrate diverse cultures through food, entertainment, arts, and economic growth. Enjoy arts/cultural vendors, kids’ corners, performances, and international cuisines. Comedy on the Square 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 The Alley Stage, 11 Anderson St, Marietta, GA, 30064 🔗 Event Info 📝 Get ready for a night of world-class laughs at The Alley Stage’s Comedy on the Square — Cobb County’s premier professional comedy show! Every weekend, the BEST comedians from Atlanta, the Southeast, and across the country, deliver unforgettable performances that will have you laughing all night long. From national touring headliners to rising stars of the comedy scene, the lineup is carefully curated to showcase top-tier talent and diverse comedic styles — all in an intimate, up-close setting that makes every show feel personal and electric. Whether you’re a dedicated comedy fan or just looking for an incredible night out, Comedy on the Square promises nonstop laughs, sharp wit, and a high-energy atmosphere. Grab your friends, get a drink, and experience why The Alley Stage is Cobb County’s home for professional live comedy. Acworth Book and Storytelling Festival 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Acworth Rosenwald School, 4410 Cherokee St, Acworth, GA 🔗 Event Info 📝 Acworth Cultural Arts is hosting the Acworth Book and Storytelling Festival on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Roberts School Community Center, 4681 School Street, Acworth, GA. This year’s theme is “Ink & Echo: Writing the Stories, Speaking the Truth”. There will be dozens of authors, keynote speakers, panel discussions, and live storytelling performances! GPG: GoodTimes/BadTimes - The Led Zeppelin Experience plays "Led Zeppelin IV" 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 The Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30064 🔗 Event Info 📝 GoodTimes/BadTimes – The Led Zeppelin Experience brings the iconic Led Zeppelin IV album to life—performed live, in full, from start to finish. This powerhouse tribute kicks off with a complete recreation of the legendary 1971 record, followed by a second act packed with the greatest hits from the Zeppelin catalog. From the primal groove of “Black Dog” to the timeless mysticism of “Stairway to Heaven,” every note is delivered with jaw-dropping accuracy, capturing the raw energy and sonic depth that made Led Zeppelin the gods of rock. Marietta Square Farmers Market 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 41 Mill Street, Marietta, GA 🔗 Event Info 📝 The market has an average of 65 vendors and hundreds of customers each week. Market customers have lots of variety to choose from including heirloom tomatoes, fruits and vegetables that are rarely, if ever, available from the grocery store. They also have lots of staples such as potatoes, onions, tomatoes, squash, and beans in addition to pattypan squash, heirloom salad mix, amazing cut flower arrangements, local honey, herbal soaps, whole-grain breads, jelly, jam, and preserves. Customers can also take home many live garden, yard, and culinary herb plants. Lucky Strike Kennesaw Lucky Launch Party! 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Lucky Strike Kennesaw, 775 Cobb Place Boulevard Northwest, Kennesaw, GA, 30144 🔗 Event Info 📝 Get Ready to Roll — You’re Invited!Bring the whole crew and join Lucky Strike Kennesaw for a Lucky Strike Launch Party made for families, fun-lovers, and anyone ready to play! Epic Farmer's Market 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Parkway, Mableton, GA, 30168 🔗 Event Info 📝 Riverside EpiCenter has partnered with Event HelperZ to launch the EPIC Farmer’s Market – Mableton’s premier weekend destination for fresh, local goods. Sounds of the Springs Concert Series 📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM 📍 Thurman Springs Park, 4426 Marietta St., Powder Springs, GA, 30127 🔗 Event Info 📝 Get ready for a great time at the Hardy Family Automotive Amphitheater in Thurman Springs Park. Choose a spot where you can settle in and enjoy the incredible, high-energy performance that each of our concerts has to offer. The music will have you up on your feet and dancing your way through the evening! Grab dinner at a local restaurant or a Food Truck at the event!
