Top things to do in and around Atlanta this week

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ATLANTA — Here is a look at some of the upcoming events in the Atlanta area.

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June 13-15

Ranger Stop Atlanta

At Rangerstop and Pop Comic Con, you’ll have the chance to meet your favorite Power Rangers actors and actresses in person, listen to their stories, and even snag autographs and photos. Immerse yourself in the world of Power Rangers with engaging panels, interactive displays, and exclusive merchandise that you won’t find anywhere else.

June 14

Bourbon Bash at the Fox Theatre

Guests can look forward to sampling 30 bourbons and whiskies from more than 10 top distilleries, enjoying bourbon-inspired bites and casting their vote for the standout whiskey of the day.

Braves Country Road Trip: An All-Star Experience in Rome

The tour stop features a brand-new All-Star Wall, highlighting MLB All-Star Week festivities and timeless All-Star memorabilia. Fans can also visit the Hype Set interactive photo activation and pose like their favorite players before autographing the larger-than-life baseball.

GLOW Pickleball Night

Grab your paddle & a friend for a night under the black lights! Wear your most colorful neon outfits and prepare for an unforgettable evening of pickleball, music, food, drinks, and endless fun.

EBCI Night at the Atlanta Braves

The Braves are proud to celebrate the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians with a special EBCI Night featuring pregame performances at the Plaza Green from the Raven Rock Dancers and an on-field presentation honoring EBCI Royalty.

June 14-15

Free Movie Weekend at Tara Atlanta

The theater is a part of free streaming service Pluto TV’s “Free Movie Weekend” campaign that supports independent and family-run theaters across the country.

●      Saturday, June 14:

○      RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981): 11:00 am

○      I SAW THE TV GLOW (2024): 1:30 pm & 5:30 pm

○      CLUE (1985): 3:45 pm

●      Sunday, June 15:

○      CLUE (1985): 12:00 pm

○      RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981): 2:15 pm

○      I SAW THE TV GLOW (2024): 5:00 pm

June 15

Father’s Day BBQ & Brews on the Sky Terrace Lawn

This Father’s Day, treat dad to a feast of Epicurean proportions with a bottomless barbeque on Epicurean Atlanta’s 9th level sky terrace lawn from 1-5pm! Enjoy dozens of delicious menu selections from our chef action stations featuring Epicurean Atlanta’s trio of restaurants – Reverence, The Office Bar, and Aerial Kitchen & Bar! Eat, drink, and enjoy fun lawn games with dad, while taking in the city views atop our 9th level sky terrace!

Father’s Day at Gwinnett Stripers at Coolray Field

Treat Dad to a perfect afternoon filled with thrilling baseball action and delightful picnic indulgences. Fans can kick off the day with a pregame catch on the field from 12-12:20pm, followed by a 2-hour picnic feast from 12-2pm that will hit it out of the park! At 1:05pm, the Gwinnett Stripers will take on the Memphis Redbirds, and the afternoon at the ballpark will conclude with postgame kids running the bases.

June 17

Spencer Strider Bobblehead Night at Atlanta Braves

The first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive a bobblehead of Spencer Strider holding his beloved dog, Kipnis, as the Braves host the Mets.

June 18

Usher Bobblehead at Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves will pay tribute to the Atlanta icon and eight-time GRAMMY award-winning artist and storyteller USHER on Wednesday, June 18, with an USHER Bobblehead gate giveaway and celebration at Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta as the team takes on the New York Mets. This night will feature an array of special activations that will honor USHER’s worldwide cultural and societal impact on the entertainment industry and beyond.

June 20-22

AthFest

Each summer, downtown Athens, Georgia—birthplace of R.E.M., The B-52s and Drive-By Truckers—buzzes with energy as AthFest Music & Arts Festival takes over the streets. This free, three-day celebration showcases the city’s rich creative spirit with a dynamic mix of music, art, food and community.

The Art of Movie Making Film Fest-ATL Regional Summit

The event shines a spotlight on the filmmakers, set designers, stunt performers, voice artists, prop makers, animators, and other creatives who bring film, television, and games to life behind the scenes.

June 25

NBA Draft Watch Party

The Atlanta Hawks announced Pastor Troy will perform on June 25 at the team’s watch party. Tickets are now on sale for $5 and proceeds will go to the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.

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Enchanted Trees at Alice’s Wonderland at Atlanta Botanical Garden

Your beloved Alice returns to the Garden, along with all her whackadoo friends from last year’s Wonderland of giant plant sculptures, including White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat and the Queen of Hearts. But wait! Something more’s amiss. While strolling the Garden, don’t be surprised to find your face dappled with reflective colors from the ethereal Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics. The 10 tree sculptures covered with dazzling acrylic leaves cast reflective, shifting colors on everything around them! Lest you be late, choose your “very important date.

Now-June 15

Dino Safari

LuminoCity Festival’s Dino Safari is lighting up the Mall of Georgia with over 70 life-sized, glowing dinosaurs, interactive STEM exhibits, and themed Friday night events. A recent “School’s Out!” theme night was a resounding success, and more are planned with live DJs, raptor encounters, axe-throwing competitions, face painting and more!

Now-Aug. 17

Glow Nights at Georgia Aquarium

The natural wonder of bioluminescence inspires a new summer evening event at the Georgia Aquarium. Glow Nights features live performances, interactive activities, photo ops, specialty dining options, exclusive retail, and more!

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