LIST | 11 Events and Things to Do in Atlanta; May 24 – 26

ATLANTA — As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Atlanta has something for everyone.

From jazz festivals to meditation, the city promises a good time for all. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a nerdy cosplayer, or a dessert lover, there’s something here to keep you entertained and fulfilled this weekend.

Here is our selection of 11 events.

When: May 25-27, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Or: Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Drive, NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Description: The Atlanta Jazz Festival is one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country, featuring jazz legends and emerging artists. It celebrates jazz throughout metro Atlanta with various events in May. More information

When: May 24-27
Or: Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd., NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Description: MomoCon is a convention for fans of Japanese anime, American animation, comic books, video games, and tabletop games. It features cosplay, exhibitors, celebrity voices, designers and writers. Learn more

When: May 22 – June 2
Or: Pinnacle Lot, 241 20th St, Atlanta, GA 30363
Description: UniverSoul Circus celebrates its 30th anniversary with an extravaganza featuring acts from five continents. Highlights include Chinese trapeze artists, motorcycle stunts and various cultural presentations. Tickets here

When: May 25, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Or: Westside Park, 1660 Johnson Road NW, Entrance 1, Atlanta, GA 30318
Description: The Atlanta Caribbean Carnival celebrates Caribbean culture with music, dance, food and children’s activities, promoting a greater appreciation of the Caribbean community. Event details

When: May 25, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Or: Grant Park, 840 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Description: The ATL Dessert Festival features over 100 of Atlanta’s best dessert and drink vendors, food trucks and free admission so attendees can enjoy sweet treats. More information

When: May 25, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Or: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Avenue, SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Description: Enjoy beer and wine samples from various breweries, live music, yard games, and animal sightings at Zoo Atlanta during this after-hours event. Event details

When: May 24
Or: City Winery Atlanta, 650 North Avenue NE, Ponce City Market, Atlanta, GA 30308
Description: Peter Collins, a talented singer blending R&B, Soul, Pop, Folk and Jazz, performs two shows in one evening at City Winery Atlanta. More information

When: May 24-27, 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Or: Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Description: Enjoy family-friendly attractions, a hike with views of downtown Atlanta, and a special salute to the troops with fireworks and a drone and light show at Stone Mountain Park. Learn more

When: May 25, 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Or: Georgia Meditation Center, 4522 Tilly Mill Road, Atlanta, GA 30360
Description: Meditate with Buddhist monks under the stars in a sea of ​​candles to share positive energy and commemorate your lost loved ones. Details here

When: May 26, 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Or: Modern Art Distillery, 2197 Irvindale Way, Chamblee, GA 30341
Description: Create luxury candles with soy and coconut wax in a 10 oz crystal glass container. Enjoy signature cocktails while you make your candles at a local distillery. Event Information

When: May 25, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Or: Citizen Supply, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 (inside Ponce City Market)
Description: Join the Vinyl Records & Fedoras Memorial Day Launch Party with Fruition Hat Company and Vinyl Fiends. Enjoy dope beats, vinyl record sales and refreshing cocktails. Learn more