Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, April 24, 2026 to Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Friday, April 24
The Beauty Project: Through the Looking Glass — April 24, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152
An immersive family theater production inspired by Wonderland and created for family audiences, with a story centered on beauty in nature and community.
Cost: Included with garden admission; members free.
Target ages: Designed with ages 10-14 in mind, though all ages are welcome.
More information
USA BMX Dixieland Nationals — April 24-26
Wildhorse Creek Park, 3820 Macedonia Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127
A USA BMX Pro Series stop featuring national-level BMX racing and competition throughout the weekend.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
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Glover Park Concert Series — April 24
Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
The Marietta concert series opens its 2026 season with Yacht Rock Schooners performing 70s smooth rock on the Square.
Cost: Free; limited reserved tables available for a fee.
Target ages: Not listed.
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Acworth Farmers Market — April 24, 8 a.m.-noon
Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St, Acworth, GA 30101
The downtown market returns with produce, eggs, cheese, baked goods, honey, jams, and other local items.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
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Billy Joel Tribute – The Stranger featuring Mike Santoro — April 24, 8 p.m.
Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
A six-piece tribute band performs Billy Joel favorites in a full evening show at the Strand.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
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Good Mews Cat Trivia Fundraiser Night — April 24
Atlanta Hard Cider, 1010 Roswell Street, Marietta, GA 30060
A cat-themed trivia night benefiting Good Mews, with donate-what-you-can entry and proceeds from select drinks supporting the organization.
Cost: Donate what you can.
Target ages: Not listed.
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Saturday, April 25
Stay & Play Saturday — April 25, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Southern Museum, 2829 Cherokee Street NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
This edition of the museum’s family program explores why James Andrews and the Raiders chose Marietta and Kennesaw for espionage during the Civil War.
Cost: Free with regular museum admission.
Target ages: All ages.
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Art Hatch — April 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152
This spring arts festival includes live music, theater, artist demonstrations, crafts, story times, and hands-on activities throughout the gardens.
Cost: Included with regular garden admission; garden members free.
Target ages: All ages.
More information
Forest Bathing — April 25, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152
A guided mindfulness experience that encourages participants to slow down and engage their senses in a natural setting.
Cost: $15 adults; $5 members.
Target ages: 18 and up.
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Georgia Brain Tumor Walk & Race at The Battery Atlanta — April 25
The Battery Atlanta, 800 Battery Ave, Atlanta, GA 30339
A family-friendly 5K walk/run supporting brain tumor patients and families through awareness and fundraising.
Cost: Walker $25; Timed Runner $30; Youth Walker (12 and under) $5; Youth Timed Runner (12 and under) $10.
Target ages: All ages; youth pricing for 12 and under.
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Turandot | The Atlanta Opera — April 25
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339
A new production of Puccini’s Turandot marks the opera’s centennial with a story of obsession, courage, identity, and love.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Spring Jonquil Festival — April 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Smyrna Village Green, 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, GA 30080
This large outdoor festival features more than 150 arts and crafts booths, food vendors, live entertainment, beer gardens, and children’s activities.
Cost: Free admission.
Target ages: Not listed.
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CCGMS Annual Spring Rock Show & Swap — April 25
Cobb County Gem and Mineral Society Clubhouse, GA
A public show with dealers selling jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, geodes, crystals, beads, plus demonstrations and lunch available onsite.
Cost: Free admission.
Target ages: Not listed.
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Sunday, April 26
Taste of Marietta — April 26
Marietta Square, 40 N. Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
The annual food festival showcases Cobb County restaurants on the Square, with food tastings, drinks, and family activities.
Cost: Free admission; food tastings range from $2 to $10; additional costs for drinks and some Kids Alley activities.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
USA BMX Dixieland Nationals — April 24-26
Wildhorse Creek Park, 3820 Macedonia Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127
A USA BMX Pro Series stop featuring national-level BMX racing and competition throughout the weekend.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Spring Jonquil Festival — April 26, noon-5 p.m.
Smyrna Village Green, 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, GA 30080
The second day of Smyrna’s spring festival continues with arts and crafts vendors, food, live entertainment, and family activities.
Cost: Free admission.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
The Beauty Project: Through the Looking Glass — April 24, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152
An immersive family theater production inspired by Wonderland and created for family audiences, with a story centered on beauty in nature and community.
Cost: Included with garden admission; members free.
Target ages: Designed with ages 10-14 in mind, though all ages are welcome.
More information
USA BMX Dixieland Nationals — April 24-26
Wildhorse Creek Park, 3820 Macedonia Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127
A USA BMX Pro Series stop featuring national-level BMX racing and competition throughout the weekend.
Cost: Not listed.
More information
Glover Park Concert Series — April 24
Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
The Marietta concert series opens its 2026 season with Yacht Rock Schooners performing 70s smooth rock on the Square.
Cost: Free; limited reserved tables available for a fee.
More information
Acworth Farmers Market — April 24, 8 a.m.-noon
Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St, Acworth, GA 30101
The downtown market returns with produce, eggs, cheese, baked goods, honey, jams, and other local items.
Cost: Free
Target ages: Family-friendly
More information
Billy Joel Tribute – The Stranger featuring Mike Santoro — April 24, 8 p.m.
Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
A six-piece tribute band performs Billy Joel favorites in a full evening show at the Strand.
Cost: Visit this link to see ticket prices
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Good Mews Cat Trivia Fundraiser Night — April 24
Atlanta Hard Cider, 1010 Roswell Street, Marietta, GA 30060
A cat-themed trivia night benefiting Good Mews, with donate-what-you-can entry and proceeds from select drinks supporting the organization.
Cost: Donate what you can.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Saturday, April 25
Stay & Play Saturday — April 25, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Southern Museum, 2829 Cherokee Street NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
This edition of the museum’s family program explores why James Andrews and the Raiders chose Marietta and Kennesaw for espionage during the Civil War.
Cost: Free with regular museum admission.
Target ages: All ages.
More information
Art Hatch — April 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152
This spring arts festival includes live music, theater, artist demonstrations, crafts, story times, and hands-on activities throughout the gardens.
Cost: Included with regular garden admission; garden members free.
Target ages: All ages.
More information
Forest Bathing — April 25, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152
A guided mindfulness experience that encourages participants to slow down and engage their senses in a natural setting.
Cost: $15 adults; $5 members.
Target ages: 18 and up.
More information
Georgia Brain Tumor Walk & Race at The Battery Atlanta — April 25
The Battery Atlanta, 800 Battery Ave, Atlanta, GA 30339
A family-friendly 5K walk/run supporting brain tumor patients and families through awareness and fundraising.
Cost: Walker $25; Timed Runner $30; Youth Walker (12 and under) $5; Youth Timed Runner (12 and under) $10.
Target ages: All ages; youth pricing for 12 and under.
More information
Turandot | The Atlanta Opera — April 25
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339
A new production of Puccini’s Turandot marks the opera’s centennial with a story of obsession, courage, identity, and love.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Spring Jonquil Festival — April 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Smyrna Village Green, 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, GA 30080
This large outdoor festival features more than 150 arts and crafts booths, food vendors, live entertainment, beer gardens, and children’s activities.
Cost: Free admission.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
CCGMS Annual Spring Rock Show & Swap — April 25
Cobb County Gem and Mineral Society Clubhouse, GA
A public show with dealers selling jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, geodes, crystals, beads, plus demonstrations and lunch available onsite.
Cost: Free admission.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Sunday, April 26
Taste of Marietta — April 26
Marietta Square, 40 N. Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
The annual food festival showcases Cobb County restaurants on the Square, with food tastings, drinks, and family activities.
Cost: Free admission; food tastings range from $2 to $10; additional costs for drinks and some Kids Alley activities.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
USA BMX Dixieland Nationals — April 24-26
Wildhorse Creek Park, 3820 Macedonia Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127
A USA BMX Pro Series stop featuring national-level BMX racing and competition throughout the weekend.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Spring Jonquil Festival — April 26, noon-5 p.m.
Smyrna Village Green, 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, GA 30080
The second day of Smyrna’s spring festival continues with arts and crafts vendors, food, live entertainment, and family activities.
Cost: Free admission.
Target ages: Not listed.
More information
Epic Farmer’s Market — April 26, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Riverside EpiCenter, Mableton, GA
A Sunday market featuring seasonal produce, artisan foods, baked goods, handmade crafts, home décor, and wellness products.
Cost: Not listed.
Target ages: Not listed.
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