Best Memorial Day Weekend Things To Do & Events in Atlanta

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Summer fun is just around the corner! Try these special events and activities during your Memorial three-day weekend in Atlanta. Also, check out our list of 250 Fun Things To Do in Atlanta With Kids for more ideas.
Events:
Memorial Day Weekend at Stone Mountain Park
Honor troops and their families with family-friendly attractions, performances and a special salute to the troops with an extended fireworks finale. May 23-26.
Memorial Day Ceremony at Cauble Park at Patriots Point
Honor those who have given their lives in service to the country. May 24.
Alpharetta Arts Streetfest
Browse unique art finds and other hand-crafted products from regional and national artisans. May 24-25.
Georgia Renaissance Festival in Fairburn
Watch knights joust, sample foods and beverages, shop the artisan marketplace and more at this themed festival. May 24-25.
The Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair at Cumming Fairgrounds
See somersaulting acrobats, jugglers, clowns, motorcycling daredevils and more, while the midway has carnival rides and attractions for all ages. Through May 25.
Military Appreciation Week at College Football Hall of Fame
Active-duty military and veterans can receive free admission, along with four of their family members. May 25-June 3.
Alpharetta Memorial Day Tribute at Alpharetta City Hall
The City of Alpharetta and the Rotary Club of Alpharetta hosts a tribute with an invocation, a keynote speaker and more. May 26.
Memorial Day Family Canoe Day at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on CNC’s Beaver Pond with canoe guides, races and practice games. May 26.
Memorial Day Ceremony at The Park at City Center
This special service of remembrance will include the POW/MIA Remembrance, the reading of
Woodstock’s Honor Roll, placing the memorial wreath, a dove release and more. May 26.
Memorial Day Remembrance at Thrasher Park
Honor and remember the sacrifice of those who have fallen in the line of duty. May 27.
Memorial Day Ceremony at Veteran’s Memorial at Ford Center Campus
Remember the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice, held in partnership with American Legion Post 294. May 26.
Memorial Day Tribute at Brook Run Park
The Veteran Events Planning Committee honors veterans, active military and other leading community organizations at this event. May 26.
Activities:
View Animals at Zoo Atlanta
See amazing animals from all over the world. Find some of other favorite animal experiences here.
See Flowers
Look at beautiful blooms at these gardens.
Take an Easy Hike
Step outside and experience nature –there are so many beautiful places for easy hikes near Atlanta.
Travel to a Georgia State Park
Enjoy time outdoors and in nature at Georgia State Parks with these kid-friendly hikes.
Go Strawberry Picking
These strawberry farms near Atlanta have strawberry picking and pickup options for strawberries, jams, pastries, ice cream and more.
Play Putt-Putt Golf
There are a variety of mini golf courses around Atlanta for an exciting family challenge.