20+ Not-to-Miss June Events
Summer is here! We have you covered with the best family-friendly shows, exhibits and special events this month. Don’t miss our list of Father’s Day events. Also, check out our guides to Juneteenth, festivals, exhibits, concerts and outdoor movies.
Table of Contents
Roswell Summer Puppet Series at Roswell Cultural Arts Center
These exciting puppet shows will feature five performances: Tanglewood Marionettes’ “Cinderella,” Frisch Marionettes’ “Wizard of Oz,” That Puppet Guy’s “The Giant, The Beanstalk, and Jack” and “Big Bad, Little Red Pig Show” and Barefoot Puppets’ “Galapagos George.” June 20-July 22.
A Year with Frog and Toad at Woodstock Arts
Frog and Toad’s friendship endures throughout the season as they plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. Through June 21.
Concerts in the Park: A Latin Celebration at Piedmont Park Oak Hill
From the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, this sizzling program celebrates the timeless rhythms and melodies of Latin America with a selection of Latin-inspired pieces. June 22.
Model Railroad Days at Southeastern Railway Museum
View classic trains on display, model layouts and model railroads for sale, and go on a train ride. June 24-25.
Captain Healthy and Safety Dog at Center for Puppetry Arts
Captain Healthy and Safety Dog are on an intergalactic voyage to learn how to be healthy and stay safe as they meet a cast of whacky characters. Through June 25.
Cherokee Tales at Aurora Theatre
Children will hear about Cherokee culture, history and Sequoyah, one of the most influential figures in Cherokee history, with this puppet show. June 28.
Twilight Trek at Zoo Atlanta
Go on an after-hours tour to hear how species are reintroduced into the wild, learn how to become a conservation hero and take part in engaging activities. June 30.
Circus Vazquez at Plaza Fiesta
Entertaining acts at this circus include acrobats, dancers, jugglers and more, along with state-of-the-art lighting and technology. June 30-July 16.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid at Legacy Theatre
Based on the animated classic film, this fishy fable will capture your heart as you follow the story of Ariel and listen to irresistible songs. June 30-July 30.
CoComelon Party Time in Atlanta
Summer at the Rock at Stone Mountain Park
Enjoy the season of summer with fun-filled attractions, special entertainment and the new Summer Light Show. Through July 30.
Disney The Little Mermaid x CAMP at CAMP Atlanta
Catch a witchy magic show in Ursula’s Lair, play basketball with giant pearls in King Triton’s Palace and more in this theatrical experience. Through Sept. 4.
Past events:
Big Bounce and Slide Festival at Cumming Fairgrounds
Bounce on more than 85 inflatables, slip on huge waterslides, take photos with Anna, Elsa and other characters, get your face painted, compete on obstacle courses and more. June 2-4.
Flying Colors Butterfly Festival at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Get close to hundreds of native butterflies in a colorful environment with beautiful flooms, take photos, meet pollinator experts, play the migration game and more. June 3-4.
Civil War History Day at The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History
Re-enactors discuss artifacts, give live demonstrations and provide hands-on activities. June 10.
Virginia-Highland Summerfest in Virginia-Highland
Celebrate the community and summer with live bands, great art, good food and more in this vibrant neighborhood. June 10.
Ready, Set…Slow! at Fernbank Museum
Celebrate the world’s slowest animals with themed crafts and activities on the opening day of Fernbank’s newest exhibit. June 10.
RockFest at Tellus Science Museum
Enjoy everything that glitters and gleams with geology-themed activities, minerals, fossils and more. June 10-11.
UPS Second Sunday at High Museum of Art
Enjoy free admission to see the art in the galleries, music by a local DJ and drop-in art making. June 11.
Midsummer Jr! at Aurora Theatre
From the Atlanta Shakespeare Company, this adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic includes puppets, live music and silly props. June 14.
The Great Georgia Balloon Festival at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Go on a ride on a hot air balloon, play in the Kids Zone with games, train rides and more, listen to live music, and at night, view the Hot Air Balloon Glow & Laser Show. June 16-17.
Unicorn World at Georgia International Convention Center
Celebrate all things magical with this unicorn experience featuring life-sized, animatronic unicorns, themed crafts, face painting, bounce houses and more. June 16-18.
Pop-in for Family Fun at Marietta Museum of History
Enjoy themed cultural activities about Cobb County. June 17.
Family Food Fest at Georgia Freight Depot
Sample a wide variety of foods at this family-oriented event featuring well-known chefs, cooks, caterers and restaurants, live entertainment, a kid’s area and more. June 18.