BigPeach An Evening with David Sedaris 📅 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 3243 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 David Sedaris, America’s best-selling humorist and social satirist, returns following publication of his most recent book of short stories, Happy Go Lucky, and his first ever children’s book, Pretty Ugly. In his customary sartorial and humorous manner, David will make you laugh and think in equal measures, with all new, unpublished stories and commentary. As always, the reading will be accompanied by a pre and post-show book signing. A Garden With Wings Butterfly House 📅 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Rd., Kennesaw, GA, 30152 🔗 Event Info 📝 “A Garden With Wings,” the popular pollinator exhibit at Smith-Gilbert Gardens (SGG) featuring a kid-friendly pollinator garden and butterfly house. The exhibit opens for the season on May 19, 2026. Visitors will see an inspiring collection of annuals, perennials, and flowering shrubs that attract and support native pollinators like bumblebees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. The recently expanded butterfly house offers an up-close experience with butterflies, plus the opportunity to see all stages of their life cycle. Visitors will see host plants that serve as food sources for a wide variety of caterpillars. Comedy Open Mic Night at The Alley Stage 📅 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 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. Learn Roller Derby - New Member Crash Course 📅 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Sparkles Family Fun Center of Kennesaw, 1000 McCollum Pkwy, Kennesaw, GA, 30144 🔗 Event Info 📝 Join Peach State Roller Derby’s 4-Week New Member Crash Course, no experience necessary!Registration is required to join this program and you will need all required safety gear including mouth guard, helmet, wrist guards, knee pads and elbow pads. Limited loaner gear & derby skates are available. Rental skates are available in all sizes at Sparkles of Kennesaw. Indie Film Night 📅 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30060 🔗 Event Info 📝 Join The Strand Theatre for an evening of independent filmmaking at its finest each month through June! Moonlight Tours at Truist Park 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 Sip a cold Blue Moon beer while getting an up-close look at one of baseball’s newest ballparks on a guided tour of Truist Park. Enjoy a beer in the press box and gaze at the moon and stars from the Braves dugout. Your experience begins at the Blue Moon Brewery, where you’ll discover the brand’s baseball roots and hear stories of legendary collaborations. Next, go behind-the-scenes with a Molson Coors expert for an insider’s look at the brewing process. This exclusive tour only comes around “Once in a Blue Moon,” so reserve your spot today! Footloose: The Musical 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30060 🔗 Event Info 📝 Don’t miss Footloose like you’ve never seen it before, live on The Strand stage! Bursting with electrifying choreography and unforgettable hits like “Footloose,” “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” “Holding Out for a Hero,” and “Almost Paradise,” this stage production brings the spirit of the 1980s to life. Footloose is a powerful and joyful celebration of music, movement, and self-expression, filled with heart, humor, and nonstop energy. Don’t miss your chance to experience this beloved musical live on The Strand stage. Kick off your Sunday shoes and join us for an exhilarating night of dance, passion, and iconic music. Marisela 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 3243 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 Marisela La Dama de Hierro makes her return to Atlanta on May 21, 2026, at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Marisela, often referred to as the “Mexican Madonna,” is renowned for her expressive and emotive vocal style, which has captivated audiences for over three decades. Her performances typically feature a mix of her classic hits and newer material, delivered with the charisma and showmanship that have become her trademarks. Don’t miss out on a special night to sing all of her hits live. Kennesaw Farmers Market 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Kennesaw Depot Park, 2828 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw, GA, 30144 🔗 Event Info 📝 The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority is excited to present the Kennesaw Farmers Market as it returns to Downtown Kennesaw. This year’s market will take place on Thursdays, with hours of operation from 3:30-7:00 p.m., and will be located at Depot Park. Family to Park Movies 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Thurman Springs Park, 4485 Pineview Street, Powder Springs, GA, 30127 🔗 Event Info 📝 Bring the family out for fun at the park! Pack a picnic supper or grab something from one of our local restaurants on your way! Have some family fun at Thurman Springs Park and enjoy a movie on the big screen!! Fun starts at 6:30, movie starts after dusk. Vinings Jubilee Farmers Market 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 02:30 PM 📍 Vinings Jubilee, New Paces Ferry Rd. and Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 Gather in Vinings every Thursday from 2:30 to 6:00 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. Trivia Night 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 06:30 PM 📍 Skint Chestnut Brewing Company, 3886 Broad Street, Suite 100, Powder Springs, GA, 30127 🔗 Event Info 📝 Gather your friends and head to Skint Chestnut Brewing Company in historic downtown Powder Springs every Thursday for an unbeatable weekly trivia night! Test your knowledge across fun, eclectic categories while enjoying award-winning craft beers in a welcoming, family- and dog-friendly taproom. Whether you’re competing for bragging rights, prizes, or just good vibes, it’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend early—grab a pint, come up with a clever team name, and join the excitement! 2000's Trivia Night 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 07:00 PM 📍 Schoolhouse Brewing, 840 Franklin Ct SE, Marietta, GA, 30067 🔗 Event Info 📝 Break out the flip phones, frosted tips, and low-rise nostalgia — it’s 2000’s Trivia Night! From chart-topping hits and unforgettable reality TV to blockbuster movies, viral moments, and trends we still can’t believe happened, this night is a throwback to one of pop culture’s wildest decades. If you survived dial-up, MySpace, and ringtone culture, this one’s for you. Lumiere Lounge Cabaret Night: Broadway's Golden Age 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 07:30 PM 📍 Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta, GA, 30060 🔗 Event Info 📝 The Lumiere Lounge will light up the night with unforgettable songs from the Golden Age of Broadway. Experience the magic of classic favorites and discover some lesser-known gems that have leapt off the stage and into our hearts. Don’t miss out on this fantastic performance-tickets are just $30, available at strandmarietta.org. Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals 📅 Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 Cheer on the Atlanta Braves as they go head to head with the Washington Nationals! Bats & Bites Ballpark Tour 📅 Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339 🔗 Event Info 📝 Experience Truist Park’s newest food selections while watching batting practice from the outfield! Bats & Bites gives you early access to the ballpark with a guided tour of Truist Park, which ends in the Outfield Market. Here, you’ll get to meet and interact with a former Braves player and sample new featured food and a signature beer or cocktail. Afterwards, you’ll be able to watch batting practice from the outfield and maybe even catch a home run ball! Hurricane Harbor Opening 📅 Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Six Flags Over Georgia, 275 Riverside Parkway, SW, Austell, GA, 30168 🔗 Event Info 📝 Make a splash as Hurricane Harbor Atlanta opens for the season on May 22! Be among the first to dive into summer with action-packed water thrills—from highspeed slides and twisting flumes to splash-filled racing adventures for the whole family. Whether you’re braving bold drops or taking on multilane mat racers, there’s no better way to cool off and kick your summer into gear.Looking to relax? Chill out in the wave pool, float along the lazy river, or enjoy laidback family attractions between all the excitement. Hurricane Harbor offers refreshing fun for every age, making it the ultimate spot to beat the Georgia heat. Memorial Day Weekend 📅 Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Six Flags Over Georgia, 275 Riverside Parkway, SW, Austell, GA, 30168 🔗 Event Info 📝 Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Six Flags Over Georgia as daily operation kicks off May 22! Gear up for an action-packed long weekend filled with extended hours, highspeed thrills, and sunny day fun for the whole family. Conquer fan-favorite coasters, explore kid friendly attractions, and enjoy all the energy and excitement that comes with the unofficial start of summer. Acworth Farmers Market 📅 Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM 📍 Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St, Acworth, GA, 30101 🔗 Event Info 📝 The 2026 Historic Downtown Acworth Farmer’s Market will take place on Friday mornings between April 10 and October 30, and Saturday mornings between May 16 and November 14 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The market is located in the Logan Farm Park Expansion, located at 4405 Cherokee Street in Acworth.
