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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Atlanta This Weekend
Thursday, July 16 - Sunday, July 19
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
Decatur WatchFest '26
Decatur - FREE
Final weekend! Through July 19
Celebrate the excitement of the FIFA World Cup at Decatur WatchFest ’26, a free month-long fan festival taking place in downtown Decatur from June 11 through July 19, 2026. Families can gather on Decatur Square for outdoor match screenings, live music, games, activities, and food throughout the tournament. Website
Roswell Summer Puppets and More
Roswell
July 16 - 18
Kids laugh and are amazed at Roswell's Summer Puppets and More series, featuring a different show each week for five weeks. Buy a Puppet Pass and see all five shows in the series for the price of four. Website
The Great Food Truck Tour at Atlantic Station
West Midtown - FREE
Friday, July 17
Food Network and Graza are bringing their Great Food Truck Tour to Atlantic Station. Website
A Year with Frog and Toad
Scottdale
Weekends through July 26
Based on Arnold Lobel’s well-loved books, and featuring a hummable score by Robert and Willie Reale, this whimsical show follows two great friends – the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad – through four fun-filled seasons. Website
Midsummer Kids' Festival in Peachtree Corners
Peachtree Corners - FREE
Saturday, July 18
Kids get to just be kids at this free event at Peachtree Corners Town Center. Head to the Town Green for interactive inflatables, rock climbing, face painting and more. Website
Peach Palooza at Jaemor Farms
Alto, - FREE
Saturday, July 18
Grab a basket, pick peaches, sample peach goodies, join friendly peach competitions, and cool down with peach ice cream at Jaemor Farms on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Before heading home, stock up on peach cakes, fried pies, donuts, gifts, and canned peach jams and sauces. It’s not just an event—it’s a delicious slice of Jaemor’s best. Website
Dinosaur Birthday Bash at Fernbank
Druid Hills
Saturday, July 18
Celebrate 25 years of Giants of the Mesozoic with the Dinosaur Birthday Bash! This high-energy morning is packed with hands-on, dinosaur-themed fun for fans of every era. Website
Downtown Live in Hapeville
Hapeville - FREE
Saturday, July 18
Hapeville's Downtown Live Concert Series is back this summer, kicking off with Jazz & Seafood. On Saturday, July 18 from 7 to 10 p.m., the community is invited for an evening packed with smooth tunes and tasty seafood at Jess Lucas Park. Website
Paint the Dome in Brookhaven
Brookhaven - FREE
Saturday, July 18
The City of Brookhaven invites residents of all ages to grab a brush and get creative at “Paint the Dome," The free event takes place at Brookhaven City Centre. The family-friendly event is open to artists of all ages and skill levels with no registration required. Art supplies and canvases will be provided while supplies last, and artists are allowed to bring their own supplies. Website
Storytime Live in Woodstock
The Gazebo in the Park at City Centre
105 E Main Street, Suite 138, Woodstock
Saturday, July 18
11:00 am - 11:00 am
Ages: 18 months - 5 years
Free
Storytime Live is a free event with a different costumed character each month. Get a ticket when you arrive to have your picture taken after Storytime. Website
Disney's Camp Rock Bus Tour
The Battery Atlanta
800 Battery Avenue SE, Suite 110 Atlanta, GA 30339
FREE
Saturday, July 18
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET
Ages: 7 - 13
In celebration of the highly-anticipated premiere of "Camp Rock 3," Disney's "All Roads Lead to Camp" Bus Tour is crossing the country and making a stop in Atlanta at The Battery.
Union City's Light Up the Night Festival
Union City - FREE
Saturday, July 18
Union City’s third-annual Light Up the Night Laser Show and Back to School Bash returns to Ronald Bridges Park on Saturday, July 19, for an evening of community pride and support for local students! Website
Futbol Fever Watch Party in Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs - FREE
July 18 & 19
Fans can gather on City Green for free public watch parties on: June 28 at 3 p.m.; July 11 at 5 p.m.; July 18 at 5 p.m.; and July 19 at 3 p.m. The Fútbol Fever experience on City Green will feature two 14’ screens for optimal live-match viewing, a large blow-up soccer goal, pop-up bars, food trucks, and plenty of room for fans to bring a soccer ball and enjoy the festivities. Website
Games on the Green at High Street
Dunwoody - FREE
Sunday, July 19
Head to The Green at High Street for showings of the 2026 World Cup Games. Website