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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Atlanta This Weekend
Thursday, Feb. 12 - Monday, Feb. 16
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
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus in Georgia
Alpharetta
February 12-16, 2026
This animal-free circus features Human Cannonball, Wheel of Death, motorcycles in the Sphere of Fear, Human Slingshot, comedy the whole family will love, Olate Performing Dogs as seen on America's Got Talent, and more. Performing in Hampton, GA and Alpharetta, GA. Website
Pete the Cat Puppet Show
Center for Puppetry Arts, Midtown
Opening weekend! Select days, February 12-March 15, 2026
Based on the New York Times Best Seller series, this groovy puppet show features Pete the Cat’s most awesome adventures, inspired by some of the coolest books around. See everyone’s favorite skateboarding, surfing, rocking blue cat and his fine friends come alive on stage! Website
Valentine's Father Daughter Dance in Norcross
Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center
Friday, February 13, 2026
Celebrate the special bond between fathers and daughters at the Valentine's Father-Daughter Dance! The evening is filled with dancing, appetizers, drinks and a few sweet surprises. Website
Valentine's Dance Party in Kennesaw
Ben Robertson Community Center, Kennesaw
Friday, February 13, 2026
Families can dance the evening away and enjoy an all-you-can-eat dinner and dessert bar at this annual Kennesaw event. Guests are encouraged to dress their best for this special night out. The Ben Robertson Community Center’s Banquet Hall will be decorated for the occasion, providing the perfect backdrop for making lasting memories. Website
Great Backyard Bird Count
National - FREE
February 13-16, 2026
The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are. Website
Roswell Roots: Arts & Soul Family Fun Day
Roswell Cultural Arts Center - FREE
Saturday, February 14, 2026
This Roswell Roots exclusive family day is packed with performances, activities, and fun for all ages. The lobby will be buzzing with interactive events, plus two stage shows: Website
Adventure Playhouse at Dad's Garage
Cabbagetown
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Each Saturday parents and kids join Quinn and the playhouse pals as they explore worlds that have never been seen before. Kids join in on the fun by building the world of the story, playing characters, or singing along with Marlowe’s Musical Mayhem. Website
Great Backyard Bird Count at Zoo Atlanta
Grant Park
February 14 & 15, 2026
Become citizen scientists with Zoo Atlanta during the Great Backyard Bird Count. Help scientists count the wild native bird species found in the zoo as part of the annual bird count for the Zoo Atlanta citizen science project. Website
Lunar New Year Festival at Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain
Opening weekend! Weekends, February 14-March 1, 2026
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
Orchid Daze at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Midtown
Opening weekend! February 14-April 12, 2026
The Atlanta Botanical Garden welcomes guests for Orchid Daze, an annual indoor plant exhibition in the Fuqua Conservatory and Orchid Center, which is scheduled to showcase a variety of orchids including festoons, aerialists, and chandeliers. Website
Spring Immersive Walk-Through at FairyTale Village
FairyTale Village @ North Point Mall, Alpharetta
Opening weekend! Weekends, February 14-May 3, 2026
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
Lunar New Year Celebration at Ponce City Market
Midtown
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Ponce City Market is hosting a Lunar New Year celebration on Sunday, February 15 from 2–4 PM, featuring a tasting inspired by a feast of good fortune, live music, traditional red envelopes filled with surprises, and a live art installation by Andrew Blooms honoring the Year of the Horse. Website
Sweetheart Dance in Brookhaven
Lynwood Park Community Center, Brookhaven
Sunday, February 15, 2026
All parent/child pairs, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, are welcome to attend the popular Sweetheart Dance in Brookhaven. The event includes music, dancing, a photo booth and snacks. Website
Free Entrance Day in the National Parks: Atlanta
Various locations - FREE
Monday, February 16, 2026
Atlanta area residents can experience nearby national parks for FREE on President's Day, including those that normally charge entrance fees. Website
Dinosaur! at Alliance Theatre
Midtown
Through February 22, 2026
Kids adore this silly store about dinosaurs popping up everywhere. Get ready to find out how even the simplest day-to-day task can turn into an epic dino-tastic adventure that will leave little ones laughing and roaring for more. Website
The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill
Sugar Hill
Through February 22, 2026
The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill is the largest portable outdoor ice skating rink in the southeast! Website