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The weekend of May 16-18, 2025, will showcase a plethora of events and festivals in Atlanta, including the Breakaway Music Festival and Fayette Beer Fest. Attendees can enjoy live music, local craft beers, and cultural celebrations, making it an engaging experience for both locals and visitors. Other highlights include the Virginia Highland District Porchfest, Marietta Greek Festival, and Atlanta History Center exhibits. This vibrant weekend promises something for everyone, embracing community spirit and cultural heritage.
Atlanta will come alive with an array of vibrant events and festivals during the weekend of May 16-18, 2025, offering something for everyone in the community and visitors alike. Headlining the entertainment offerings is the Breakaway Music Festival 2025, featuring popular electronic artists Illenium, Zedd, and Chris Lake. The festival promises an immersive atmosphere filled with music-driven installations, making it a must-visit for music enthusiasts.
In addition to the musical extravaganza, the weekend will showcase the Fayette Beer Fest, recognized as the largest Craft Beer, Wine, and Music Festival in South Atlanta. Guests can sample over 200 craft beers and wines sourced from local and national breweries while enjoying delicious food from Trilith Restaurants and food trucks.
The 5th annual Virginia Highland District Porchfest will be another highlight, featuring more than 100 music bands performing across various porches in the neighborhood. Visitors can also explore over 20 food vendors and more than 50 small businesses and artist vendors at this community gathering.
For those looking to celebrate cultural heritage, the Marietta Greek Festival will be a vibrant showcase of Greek traditions, with homemade food, music, and dance, creating a lively atmosphere for attendees. Families can also partake in the Kirkwood Spring Fling Festival & Tour of Homes, which includes a 5K Road Race, a tour of homes, wing flings, an artist market, food vendors, and activities for children. Thousands are expected to join in this lively celebration.
The Atlanta Cyclist Festival 2025 invites biking enthusiasts to participate in a variety of cycling events throughout the city, encouraging outdoor activity and community engagement. Meanwhile, Frühlingsfest, a family-friendly German spring festival, will feature authentic German and European cuisine, local artists, and live DJ sets, adding to the weekend’s cultural experiences.
On May 15, 2025, the Good Luck Smokeshow outdoor tasting event will honor Asian American stories at Sweet Auburn Barbecue, presenting a unique culinary experience prior to the weekend festivities.
For history buffs, the Atlanta History Center will unveil the exhibit “Their Finest Hour,” showcasing stories of Atlantans during World War II, while music lovers can enjoy the Friday Jazz event at the High Museum of Art featuring keyboardist Madoca Kawahara.
The Atlanta Botanical Garden will have a variety of exhibitions, including Alice’s Wonderland and Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics, offering a delightful experience for garden enthusiasts and families.
Visitors can also immerse themselves in the ongoing Georgia Renaissance Festival, running through June 1, where they can experience the charm of 16th-century England with engaging performances, artisan displays, and themed weekends.
On May 17, sports fans can catch the Atlanta United as they take on the Philadelphia Union at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, adding an exhilarating sports atmosphere to the weekend lineup.
Various art and cultural exhibitions are scheduled across numerous venues, offering works by South Korean artist Kim Chong Hak at the High Museum of Art, alongside the new Coca-Cola Stories exhibit at the World of Coca-Cola, ensuring that arts and culture aficionados are well catered for during this bustling weekend.
With a range of outdoor events, family-friendly activities, and performances focused on music, theater, and community engagement, the weekend of May 16-18, 2025, promises to be an exciting and diverse experience for all in Atlanta.
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