If you’re looking for something fun to do with your family this weekend in metro Atlanta, head to the Chattahoochee Nature Center for the annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival, where you can visit with live butterflies and learn more about them. In addition, Glow Nights returns to the Georgia Aquarium with vibrant galleries, large-scale puppetry and other experiences.
Check out the following 15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend:
The 41st festival includes more than 200 artists, music, a KidZone, beverage garden, food, a 5K race and Tot Trot, and a Block Party (6-11 p.m. Saturday).
11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, June 6 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, June 7. 8 a.m. 5K, 8:30 a.m. Tot Trot, Saturday. Virginia Avenue between North Highland Avenue and Park Drive, plus additional locations for 5K and Tot Trot, Virginia-Highland neighborhood, Atlanta.
Glow Nights returns for the summer with glowing scenes, cirque-style performances, large-scale puppetry and vibrant galleries.
4 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, June 5-Sunday, June 7 (continuing through Sunday, Aug. 9). $34.99 and up. Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. NW, Atlanta. 404-581-4000.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the High Museum of Art
Credit: Photo courtesy of the High Museum of Art
The High Museum of Art’s June Family Saturday incorporates arts programming for everyone with family-friendly tours, artmaking and more. You can also view the Amy Sherald exhibit.
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, June 6. $23.50-$28.50. High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4400.
Run in the streets surrounding Truist Park before crossing the finish line on the baseball field. Ticket packages include either a Home Run Porch or a Grandstand Reserved ticket to your choice of a game between Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 21 (excluding June 20).
6 a.m. race number pickup, 7:30 a.m. race start, Saturday, June 6. $65-$75. Kids Dash (ages 7 and under) $25-$30. Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-577-9100, option 3.
Powder Springs’ Bark in the Park
Bring your pet for a “paw-ty” with story time for pets and kids, pet vendors, exhibitions and adoptions. Awards and prizes will be presented to the pet with the best costume, the biggest and smallest dogs, the most exotic/unusual pet and the owner and pet that look the most alike.
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Thurman Springs Park, 4485 Pineview Drive, Powder Springs. 770-943-1666.
Marietta Artists Guild First Saturday — Art in Action
Step inside working artist spaces, meet local creators and experience art as it’s being made.
Noon-4 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Free. Artisan Resource Center, Marietta Artists Guild studios, 585 Cobb Parkway S., Marietta. 678-779-9403.
Before the arrival of the World Cup in downtown Atlanta, Smyrna is taking part in a worldwide effort to set a record for the most soccer balls juggled at the same time. The program also includes guest speakers, professional football freestylers, vendors and prizes.
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Free. Village Green Park, 1250 Powder Springs St. SE, Smyrna. 770-434-6600.
The Atlanta International Night Market returns to downtown Chamblee, bringing two days of street food, artisan goods and cultural performances from many cultures.
5-10 p.m. Friday, June 5 and 2-10 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Free admission. Chamblee City Hall, 3518 Broad St., Chamblee.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Amplify Decature Music Festival
Credit: Photo courtesy of Amplify Decature Music Festival
Amplify Decatur Music Festival
Amplify Decatur Music Festival celebrates its 10th year with a large lineup of performers including the Tom Petty Show with Canyonland, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Patterson Hood and Kyshona.
Continues Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7. Includes free and ticketed shows. In and around Decatur Square, 509 N. McDonough St., Decatur, plus additional Decatur and Avondale locations.
Get ready for the start of the World Cup with kids’ activities and soccer experiences.
4-7 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Free admission. Ashford Lane, 4500 Olde Perimeter Way, Atlanta.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Chattahoochee Nature Center
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Chattahoochee Nature Center
Flying Colors Butterfly Festival
Visit with live butterflies, meet with pollinator experts and educators, see interactive performances, take part in the Migration Game and enjoy food and entertainment.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 5 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, June 6. $25 per person, free for kids 2 and under but a ticket is still required. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055.
The Broadway adaptation of the classic musical features new characters, surprising twists and an unforgettable score from Rodgers and Hammerstein.
7:30 p.m. Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 and 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7, plus additional dates. $23.18-$27.38. Alpharetta Presbyterian Church Mainstage Theater, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta. 678-250-8678.
Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation K-9 5K
This run/walk, which benefits the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation and is a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event, is on a fast, mostly flat course.
6 a.m. registration opens, 7:30 a.m. race, Saturday, June 6. $35. Dave & Buster’s, 6500 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta. 470-396-3173.
Oak Road is transformed into a beachy paradise with 70 to 80 tons of soft white sand. Additional fun includes a Kids Zone with slides, a rock wall, gaming bus and more.
Noon-5 p.m. Sunday, June 7. Free, but $15 for Kids Zone activity armband. Towne Green, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville. 770-985-3500.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the city of Suwanee
Credit: Photo courtesy of the city of Suwanee
Celebrate Asian cultures with performances, costumes, music, artists and food.
Noon-8 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Town Center Park, Buford Highway and Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road, Suwanee. 678-951-3167.
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