Family Fun Guide


Best Bets

Legoland Discovery Center

Phipps Plaza, Atlanta 
Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10  a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
It seems like there are a million things a kid could build with the two million bricks at Legoland Discovery Center. This fun zone also has interactive exhibits, a dazzling mini Atlanta, a 4-D cinema and much more. Full-day pass: adults, $19; ages 3-12, $15; ages 2 and younger, free. Best pricing guaranteed by booking online, which also guarantees specific entry time. atlanta.legolanddiscoverycenter.com

 

Peter Pan

Center for Puppetry Art
1404 Spring St. NW, Atlanta
April 3-4, preview shows, 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Performances April 5-May 27: Tues.-Fri.,10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.; Sat., noon and 2 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
We love the boy who never wanted to grow up, and Atlanta’s world-renowned puppetry center has created new rod puppets for its all-new production of the favorite tale. Look forward to original songs and elaborate sets as Peter, Tinkerbell and the Darling children journey across London and on to Neverland and the Jolly Roger pirate ship. Before or after the show, kids are invited to make their own “Cranky Crocodile” hand puppet. 1401 Spring St. NW, Atlanta. $16.50; under age 2, free. puppet.org. 404-873-3391

 

Shrine Circus

Jim R. Miller Park
2245 Callaway Road, Marietta
April 26-May 6. Many performances; see website for showtimes.
Check out high-flying trapeze acts, aerials and acrobats, show horses, elephants, bears, daredevil acts, carnival rides and, of course, world-famous Shriner clowns. In addition to 22, 90-minute circus performances over 10 days, plus rides and attractions. Don’t miss the iconic carnival food. Adults, $10; 6-11, $6; children 36” and under, free. yaarabshrine.net/shrine_circus/schedule.htm