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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Atlanta This Weekend
Wednesday, Feb. 18 - Sunday, Feb. 22
Looking for family-friendly activities in Atlanta this weekend? Here are some fun events to add to your list for this weekend!
Best Things To Do This Weekend in and Near Atlanta With Kids
The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill
Sugar Hill
Final weekend! Through Sunday, February 22
The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill is the largest portable outdoor ice skating rink in the southeast! Website
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
Various locations
Opening weekend! February 18 - March 15
At the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF), audiences enjoy tons of films at venues across Atlanta, representing countries all over the world. Website
Lunar New Year Festival at Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain
Saturdays & Sundays through March 1
The largest Lunar New Year Spectacular in North America is back at Stone Mountain Park for the fourth year in a row. With a drone show, light show, cultural craft activities, storytelling, puppetry, dance and drum exhibitions, and parades, the event offers something for everyone. Website
Atlanta Black Expo
Downtown
February 20-22
The Atlanta Black Expo features a wide range of Black owned companies, all under one roof. There is even a Kids' Expo. Website
African-American Folktales at Aurora Theatre
Lawrenceville
Saturday, February 21
Kids are in a for a treat with Chetter Galloway and Mama Koku, two professional story tellers peforming African-American folklore. From the tricks of Anansi & Brer Rabbit, to the sounds & rhythms of the talking drum, this show is the perfect way to see the African storytelling tradition in action. Experience culture in a way that not only educates, but entertains too! Website
Atlanta Lunar New Year Festival
Culture Center of Teco, Chamblee
Saturday, February 21
Families celebrate the Year of the Horse with a grand celebration including food, live peformances, family-friendly activities, and more. Website
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck at Atlantic Station
West Midtown
Saturday, February 21
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is making its return to Atlanta on Saturday, February 21, from 10am to 7pm for a one-day, pop-up event at Atlantic Station. Website
Johns Creek Lunar New Year Celebration
Johns Creek - FREE
Saturday, February 21
Families celebrate Lunar New Year with cultural performances, traditional food, local vendors, and kids’ activities at the fields across from the Atlanta Athletic Club. Website
Lunar New Year Festival at Atlantic Station
Midtown - FREE
Saturday, February 21
Ring in the Year of the Horse at Atlantic Station on Saturday, February 21! Honor the Lunar New Year with a festival full of traditional rituals and fun for the whole family! Website
Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Georgia
Acworth Beach, Acworth
Saturday, February 21
Head to Cauble Park for a day of chilly fun including live music, food and prizes —all benefitting Special Olympics Georgia. Watch brave individuals jump into icy waters...or jump in yourself! Participants must register and pay $50. Website
Puppet Stop Theater in Norcross
Best Friend Park, Norcross- FREE
Saturday, February 21
Kids 8 and under are invited to a free puppet presentation of HedgeHugs. After the show, create your very own puppet to take home and enjoy engaging, hands-on activities. Website
Spring Immersive Walk-Through at FairyTale Village
FairyTale Village @ North Point Mall, Alpharetta
Opening weekend! Select days, February 21 - May 3
FairyTale Village is an immersive experience for families with young children. In about an hour, you’ll walk through whimsical storybook scenes, explore handcrafted sets filled with magic, light, and sound, and meet the villagers who bring the story to life. Website
Congregation Beth Jacob's Purim Parade & Festival
Temple Beth Jacob, North Druid Hills - FREE
Sunday, February 22
The Beth Jacob Purim Parade and Festival draws thousands of local families to a costume-friendly parade featuring floats and carnival activities, including pony rides, games, face painting, rides, and arts and crafts stations. Website
Laurie Berkner at Atlanta Symphony Hall
Midtown
Sunday, February 22
Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits Solo Show features popular hits like “We Are The Dinosaurs,” “Bumblebee (Buzz Buzz),” “Victor Vito,” “Waiting For The Elevator”, and “Chipmunk At The Gas Pump," and more. Website