Every weekend is a weekend full of fun things to do when you live in a city like Atlanta. We have the best events for you coming up this weekend all in one place, including a trip to the Georgia Aquarium, a rooftop party to get your Mardi Gras on, and more!
Check it out, all in our things to do in Atlanta weekend Guide.
Please note: Due to COVID-19, these events may require social distancing. Be sure to double-check for any updates at events and venues before making plans to head out.
Events This Weekend
We cannot wait for this first event because the attendees include jellyfish and whale sharks! The Georgia Aquarium is hosting their annual Sips – Valentine’s Day event, and it’s an event that you are not going to want to miss if you’re 21+. This socially distanced event allows for viewings of galleries in the aquarium with a more private setting.
As you become best friends with the sea creatures behind the glass, you can grab one of their feature popular cocktails and your loved one to dance away the night with the live DJ. There are also dining options for you to enjoy if you get hungry.
Grab a ticket to walk around the world’s most famous aquarium this Valentine’s Day weekend!
Event Details
FEB 12 | 7PM–10PM
Georgia Aquarium
Looking for a fun event to follow Sips? If you live in Atlanta, chances are you have visited Ponce City Market a thousand times. But, have you ever checked out the Roof? It’s that much more exciting when it involves Mardi Gras!
What’s better than celebrating one holiday in a weekend? Celebrating two! Ponce City Roof is hosting their annual Mardi Gras on the Roof event, and you are going to want to be a part of it.
With daiquiris, crawfish boils, jazz bands, and beads, you are going to feel like you are transported right to New Orleans without even leaving Georgia! Pretend you’re in the French Quarter and enjoy specialty cocktails all night.
Not to mention, admission also includes access to Skyline Park’s unlimited gameplay and rides.
Event Details FEB 13 | 5PM–10PM Ponce City Roof
📷 Oakland Cemetery
Where do you go when you want to hear a love story? Oakland Cemetery, of course! This iconic, historical spot in Atlanta is known for its Love Stories of Oakland tour around the cemetery, and for good reason.
More than 20 tour stops go into the stories of the gone but not forgotten residents of Atlanta. This event is one you won’t want to miss at Oakland Cemetery and is definitely a local favorite. Once you finish the tour, you can grab dinner at one of the haunted restaurants located nearby.
Grab your loved one and your ghost radar for this Valentine’s Day event!
Event Details FEB 14 | 4PM–6PM Oakland Cemetery
Who doesn’t love a good market? Probably any partner that doesn’t love shopping like you do. But that’s okay because it’s Valentine’s Day weekend, right?
Shop local and support small businesses right here in Atlanta by visiting Market in the Garden at East Atlanta Village. There are so many goods to choose from, and you will most likely not leave the market without something in your hand.
There are so many handmade items here as well as incredible art. This is a great event to attend if you’re looking to support the community and buy your special someone a thoughtful gift. Did we mention it’s also free?
Event Details FEB 12 | 5PM–9PM East Atlanta Village
This last event is a Valentine’s Day family affair! If you haven’t visited Halcyon yet and you need something to get you and your kids out of the house, this is the event for you.
Halcyon is hosting a Family Valentine’s Day party that includes crafts, music, a puppy kissing booth, and face painting. There is so much for you and your family to enjoy, you’re not even going to know where to start!
Did we also mention that this free event has royalty attending? Princess Jasmine and Aladdin are going to make their Atlanta debut at this Family Valentine’s Party, and your kids are not going to want to miss a picture with the royal couple.
Event Details FEB 14 | 12PM–2PM Halcyon
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The Chastain
Do you ever find yourself in the Chastain Park area in Buckhead? You have to check out this New American Bistro, The Chastain, that opened in November 2020. With amazing dishes for dinner and a killer cafe open for breakfast and lunch, this spot will not disappoint. Check out their menu here and their full website here for more info.
We hope you found something fun to do this Valentine’s Day weekend! Whether you’re spending it with your loved one waving to the fish, touring a haunted cemetery, or spending it on a rooftop celebrating Mardi Gras, you’re bound to have some fun this weekend in Atlanta.
Thanks for reading our Things to Do in Atlanta Weekend Guide, and we hope to see you at one of these upcoming events!