FIFA World Cup Events Around Atlanta
FIFA Fan Fest at Centennial Olympic Park
Good news: entry to the FIFA Fan Festival™ Atlanta is completely free. It’s a family-friendly celebration where everyone is welcome – so bring your friends, bring your family, and come enjoy the festivities together. Keep in mind that advance registration is required for all visitors. Entry is first-come, first-served and subject to capacity. After signing up, you’ll receive a QR code or wristband for entry. Don’t forget to bring a valid ID when you arrive. Want to level up your experience? A limited number of GA+ and VIP upgrades will also be available, offering guaranteed access and special perks.
See more details: https://atlantafwc26.com/fan-fest/
Decatur WatchFest
Celebrating FIFA World Cup 26™ soccer with a multi-day watch party June 11-July 19, 2026. The City of Decatur, Georgia welcomes you to Decatur WatchFest ’26, 34 days of free daily outdoor match showings on giant outdoor screens, live music on our brand new stage, food trucks, giveaways, a new play area for kids, as well as a skill zone and mini pitch. We also have 21 indoor WatchSpots at local restaurants, pubs, and shops. Everyone is welcome! From local fans to global guests, we can’t wait to gather with fellow soccer fans for this global sports event and celebrate world-class soccer.
See more details: https://decaturwatchfest26.com/
Atlanta Beltline Fest
Two days of music, DJs, food, and World Cup matches on the big screen — all for FREE. Atlanta Beltline Fest at Pittsburgh Yards® will take place off the Southside Trail. To access all the festival activities, plan to take the Beltline and walk, ride, and roll on over for all of the fun.
Address:Pittsburgh Yards®
352 University Avenue SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
See more details: https://beltline.org/things-to-do/atlanta-beltline-fest/
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
GPNA (Grant Park Neighborhood Association). 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7:30pm. Check
www.grantpark.org for details.
SAND (South Atlantans for Neighborhood Development). 2nd Thursday of every month, 7:30pm via
ZOOM. Check www.sandatlanta.org for details.
EACA (East Atlanta Community Association). 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7:00pm. Check www.eaca.net
for details.
EABA Board Meeting. 1st Tuesday of every month, 6:00pm.
EABA-East Atlanta Business Association. General Meetings. Third Tuesday of the month (excluding July,
December). 6:00pm-8:00pm includes socializing, snacks, the meeting, and ½ hour set aside for networking. Check out Eastatlantabiz.com for the meeting location and to find out more.
NPU-W Meetings – See: Meeting Dates and Times at www.cityofatlantanpu-w.org
NPU-W Meetings. 3rd Wednesday of every month, 7:00 pm. (Change from the 4th Wednesday of every month, held on Zoom only)
NPU-W Transportation. 3rd Monday of every month, 7:00 pm.
NPU-W Public Safety. 2nd Wednesday of every month, 7:00pm.
NPU-W Land Use & Zoning. 4th Thursday of every month, 7:00 pm.
Homes & History Committee Meeting – GPNA. Monthly on every 4th Monday. Monday, April 22, 7:00 – 8:00 pm. Atlanta Preservation Center Inc, 327 St Paul Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
GRANT PARK
Oakland Cemetery Visitor Center. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily. 374 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. For Oakland’s full event calendar and tickets, visitoaklandcemetery.com/events. Various tours on the history of the cemetery, focused tours on music makers and veterans of Oakland cemetery, and Victorian symbolism throughout the year.
Oakland Cemetery Events
Finally, Friday. Celebrate Juneteenth with us at Finally, Friday on June 19! Take part in an immersive tour highlighting Black Atlantans buried at Oakland (tickets required) or enjoy a free screening of Maynard, a documentary about Atlanta’s first African American mayor, Maynard Jackson. Plus, enjoy food trucks and hands-on activities for kids celebrating Black history, freedom, and equality.
Summer Camp. June 1 – July 24. Calling all parents and guardians of young explorers. This summer, Oakland campers experience a different camp every week, keeping campers engaged and excited from week to week. Camps are filling up fast and it’s never too early for your peace of mind – register for Oakland Camps at oaklandcemetery.com/oakland-camps.
Zoo Atlanta. 800 Cherokee Avenue. See all upcoming events at zooatlanta.org/event.
Savannah Nights. July 11, July 18, July 25, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. This casual, inspirational evening is perfect for a get-together or date night. You’ll have three opportunities this summer to dance along to your favorite tunes and enjoy after-hours animal viewing during a unique, child-free evening. It’s the perfect blend of music, nature, and good vibes. All Zoo Atlanta Members (21 and over) receive FREE admission to Savanna Nights! Advance registration is required, and don’t forget to bring your Membership card. Learn more about the perks of being a Zoo Atlanta Member at zooatlanta.org/membership!
Grossology Day. July 12, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Turning “eww” into “wow!” on Grossology Day. Find out the scoop on animal poop, the details of disgusting diets, and more during our fifth annual Grossology Day at Zoo Atlanta! We will be exploring the purpose of animal behaviors that many think of as gross, but that help animals to survive and fulfill their roles in the ecosystem. As you explore the Zoo, check out activity stations, games, and more as we celebrate some of the less appreciated aspects of nature.
Atlanta Preservation Center. Atlanta’s historic built environment of buildings, landscapes and neighborhoods is an integral part of the city’s culture and identity. Phoenix Flies: A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites provides an opportunity to learn about, celebrate and strengthen Atlanta’s historic and cultural assets free of cost. Various events and tours throughout the year. See a list of all their events here: https://issuu.com/preserveatl/docs/phoenixflies2026.
Grant Park Farmers Market. 1040 Grant Street (The Beacon). Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. year-round.
Grant Park Conservancy, Project G.R.A.N.T. (Greenspace Restoration and Neighborhood Teamwork). Second Saturday of every month. Choose from the morning session, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. or the 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. afternoon session. To sign up, see www.gpconservancy.org.
EAST ATLANTA
East Atlanta Farmers Market. Thursdays, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. 572 Stokeswood Avenue. Join your neighbors, friends and favorite vendors. Open every Thursday, rain or shine.
Battle of Atlanta Commemoration Organization (BATL). Saturday, July 18. East Atlanta Village
1 p.m. at the Walker Monument and 2 p.m. at the McPherson Monument. Join BATL and retired Col. Perry Bennet, an expert historian on the Battle of Atlanta to celebrate the anniversary of the battle this July. The talks are free and open to the public. More information to come.
East Atlanta Chess Club. Meetings every Wednesday Branan Towers, 1200 Glenwood Avenue. Weekly rated tournament from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and free play for those players who want to play casually. All ages and skills levels are welcome. Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult.
East Atlanta Library Events
400 Flat Shoals Avenue SE. Monday and Tuesday 10:00am-8:00pm. Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00am-6:00pm. Closed Sunday. All events are free and open to the public.
All events, unless otherwise noted, take place at the East Atlanta Library at 400 Flat Shoals Avenue.
*Sponsored by the Friends of the East Atlanta Library (FEAL). Events listed below subject to change see: www.fulcolibrary.org/east-atlanta or https://www.facebook.com/friendsofeastatlantalibrary/
Monday and Tuesday 10:00am-8:00pm; Wednesday through Saturday,10:00am-6:00pm; Closed Sunday.
All events are free and open to the public. All events, unless otherwise noted, take place at the
East Atlanta Library at 400 Flat Shoals Avenue.
June 15 Library Lights Out! Family Movie Night, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
June 16 Teen Book Chat, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
June 17 ¿Como Esta? Bi-Lingual Storytime!, 10:30 a.m.
June 17 Motivational Fitness for Older Adults, 11:45 a.m.
June 17 Catch ‘em All! Pokemon Club for Kids, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
June 22 Marvelous Mondays Preschool Storytime!, 3:30 p.m.
June 23 FEAL Adult Book Club, Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson, 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
June 24 Rise n’ Shine Storytime!, 10:30 a.m.
June 24 Catch ‘em All! Pokemon Club for Kids, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
June 27 Saturday Sprouts Storytime, 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
July 1 ¿Como Esta? Bi-Lingual Storytime!, 10:30 a.m.
July 1 Motivational Fitness for Older Adults, 11:45 a.m.
July 1 Catch ‘em All! Pokemon Club for Kids, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
July 6 Marvelous Mondays Preschool Storytime!, 3:30 p.m.
July 8 Rise n’ Shine Storytime!, 10:30 a.m.
July 8 Catch ‘em All! Pokemon Club for Kids, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
July 13 Library Lights Out! Family Movie Night, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
July 14 Teen Book Chat, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
July 15 ¿Como Esta? Bi-Lingual Storytime!, 10:30 a.m.
July 15 Motivational Fitness for Older Adults, 11:45 a.m.
July 15 Catch ‘em All! Pokemon Club for Kids, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
July 20 Marvelous Mondays Preschool Storytime!, 3:30 p.m.
July 22 Catch ‘em All! Pokemon Club for Kids, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
July 24 Rise n’ Shine Storytime!, 10:30 a.m.
July 25 Saturday Sprouts Storytime, 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
July 28 FEAL Adult Book Club, book selection TBD, 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
ORMEWOOD PARK
Ormewood Forest Cleanup. May 23, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Trees Atlanta needs volunteers with all experience levels to join upcoming community workdays dedicated to removing non-native invasive plants and supporting native habitat restoration. Learn how to spot and remove invasive species plants as you work along Trees Atlanta staff and trained volunteers. Be part of the team restoring one of Atlanta’s most cherished forests. Sign up through Treen Atlanta’s website: treesatlanta.org/calendar.
Ormewood Park Makers Festival. October 10 – Save the date.
Ormewood School 20th Anniversary Celebration. Dates: Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19. Location: The Ormewood School. Who is invited: Families, alumni, neighbors, and community members.
BENTEEN PARK
Red’s Beer Garden. 1328 Boulevard. Trivia nights, music jams and other events on their events calendar at redsbeergarden.com.
NEIGHBORHOOD WALKING TOURS
The Atlanta Preservation Center. For more detail on all walking tours see www.atlantapreservationcenter.com/walking-tours. June 16, 10:30 a.m., L.P. Grant Mansion: Tour the Headquarters of the ATL Preservation Center. July 19, 10 a.m., Grant Park: Trees, Trails, History and Architecture.
Atlanta Beltline Arboretum Walking Tours – History and Change on the BeltLine. Eastside Trail. See monthly calendar of events and sign up atwww.treesatlanta.org and click on the Calendar tab.
BATL Walking Tours – Civil War Battle of Atlanta. Various Sunday afternoons each month in the Porch Press neighborhoods. Three different easy walks in different parts of the Battlefield rotate each month. $15 tickets required in advance. Visit www.BATLevent.org for ticket reservation, dates times and meeting spots.
