Annual Atlanta Events Worth the Trip
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There’s always another reason to come back to Atlanta. The city’s calendar brings together live music, art, food, sports and cultural celebrations throughout the year, with many of the best upcoming events in Atlanta happening right here in Midtown or a short ride away.
Stay at Kimpton Shane Hotel and you’ll have an artfully designed Midtown retreat between adventures, plus easy access to destinations like Piedmont Park, Atlantic Station, Colony Square, Fox Theatre, Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena.
Whether there’s one can’t-miss festival on your itinerary or you’re making a weekend of it, discover the Atlanta annual events worth adding to your calendar, then come back to Shane to recharge in style.
Spring Festivals + Match Day Fun
When Atlanta comes alive in spring, the calendar follows. Expect blooming parks, film screenings, outdoor festivals and plenty of Atlanta United action.
Atlanta Film Festival
Spring
Filmmakers and film lovers come together for screenings, conversations and creative programming during the Atlanta Film Festival. It’s an ideal excuse to explore the city’s thriving creative scene, with Shane’s own art-forward spaces continuing the inspiration back at the hotel.
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
Spring
Springtime in Piedmont Park means blooming dogwoods and one of Atlanta’s favorite traditions. The Atlanta Dogwood Festival fills the park with fine art, live music, food and entertainment, all within easy reach of Shane’s Midtown home base.
Atlanta United FC Season
February to Fall
Join the chants, scarves and sea of red and black when Atlanta United FC takes the pitch at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Stay in Midtown and turn match day into a city getaway with restaurants, culture and nightlife before and after the final whistle.
Annual Summer Music + Food Festivals
Longer days give Atlanta even more time to celebrate. Summer brings outdoor music, cultural festivals and culinary experiences worth building a getaway around.
Atlanta Jazz Festival
Memorial Day Weekend
Jazz takes over Piedmont Park during one of Atlanta’s signature music traditions. Settle in for live performances and a celebratory outdoor atmosphere, then head back to Shane, conveniently located in Midtown for a stylish end to the evening.
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade + Music Festival
June
Atlanta commemorates Juneteenth with music, community programming, a celebratory parade and events honoring Black history and culture. The annual celebration brings visitors and locals together for a meaningful weekend in the city.
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
Late Summer
Atlanta’s culinary scene gets the spotlight with chef-driven dinners, tastings and experiences celebrating food and drink from across the South. Come hungry and make Shane the home base for a delicious weekend in Midtown.
Atlanta’s Can’t-Miss Fall Festivals + Events
Crisp(er) days, packed calendars and some of Atlanta’s biggest celebrations make fall an especially good time to check into Midtown.
Dragon Con
Labor Day Weekend
Costumes, comics, gaming, and pop culture take over downtown for Dragon Con, one of the largest fan-driven conventions of its kind. The multi-day celebration brings parties, cosplay and its famous parade to Atlanta.
Shaky Knees Music Festival
September
Turn up the volume at Shaky Knees Music Festival, Atlanta’s annual celebration of rock, indie and alternative music. The multi-day festival brings a packed lineup of artists and music lovers to Piedmont Park, making it a perfect excuse for a music-filled weekend in Midtown.
Atlanta Pride Festival
October
A weekend of celebration centered around Piedmont Park, plus the annual Pride Parade, entertainment and community programming.
ONE Musicfest
Fall
Turns up the volume for ONE Musicfest, which brings major names in hip-hop, R&B and contemporary music together for a high-energy festival weekend.
Sweet Auburn Music Fest
Fall
Music and Atlanta heritage meet along historic Auburn Avenue during this community celebration featuring live performances, food and entertainment.
Enjoy Annual Winter Events in Atlanta
Winter in Atlanta brings holiday sparkle, championship football and plenty of reasons to turn a quick trip into a full weekend away.
Atlanta Christkindl Market
Holiday Season
Step into the season with festive market stalls, holiday gifts, European-inspired treats and plenty of cheer. The Christkindl Market is one of the city’s favorite annual events for visitors looking to add a little holiday magic.
Peach Bowl
December/January
College football takes center stage at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. Come for the roaring crowds and game-day energy, then make Shane your Midtown headquarters for an Atlanta football weekend.
College Football Playoff Events
Winter
Atlanta’s love of college football goes well beyond kickoff. When postseason action comes to town, fans can turn game day into a weekend of celebrations, dining and exploring the city.
Make Shane Your Atlanta Home Base
Whatever brings you to Atlanta, make the weekend your own at Kimpton Shane Hotel. Settle into Midtown surrounded by art, culture, dining and some of Atlanta’s most recognizable attractions, with an inspired place to land between every festival, match and celebration.
Atlanta’s calendar changes. A great place to stay doesn’t have to.
