20+ Not-to-Miss June Events
Summerfest / Debra Thibodeaux
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, shows, exhibits, concerts and outdoor movies.
Twilight Trek at Zoo Atlanta
When the sun goes down, the animals are still at play with this special after-hours tour. June 27.
Kids Night Out at Zoo Atlanta
Kids will enjoy a wild and educational evening with a guided tour, games, activities, crafts, a story and a pizza dinner. June 28.
Family Fun Safety Days at Cobb County Safety Village
Learn safety practices while touring Sparky’s House, playing games, viewing emergency vehicles up close and more. July 9.
Roswell Summer Puppet Series at Roswell Cultural Arts Center
Watch puppets perform five different shows this summer season. Through July 19.
Summer at the Rock at Stone Mountain Park
Go on an outdoor adventure, cool off with a Water Works show, search for treasure at Campfire Cottage, watch the nightly Music Across America Drone & Light Show, and more. Through July 27.
SCOOBY-DOO! Mansion Mayhem at Children’s Museum of Atlanta
This immersive experience uses your problem-solving skills to solve a mystery as you move through the house. Through Sept. 7.
Past events:
Summerfest in Virginia-Highland
Celebrate 40 years of fine art, live entertainment and family fun with this annual festival featuring an artist market, music, a children’s area and more. June 6-8.
Rise and Dine with the Animals at Zoo Atlanta
Enjoy a continental breakfast with an exclusive early morning view of the animals as they get ready to start their day. June 7.
Tour Through Time at The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History
Living historians will bring exhibits alive with performances, a music display, historic textile techniques and more. June 7.
A Turtles Shell-ebration at Fernbank Museum
Kick off the grand opening of the “Turtles” exhibit with a day full of activities and crafts, meeting live turtles and more. June 7.
JuneFest at Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
Enjoy the great outdoors at this festival with beekeepers, insect experts, face painting, the “Forest Forms: Woodland Wonders” exhibit, music and more. June 7.
Model Railroad Days at Southeastern Railway Museum
See different scaled models of railroads, enjoy treats, go on a train ride and more. June 7-8.
Butterfly Festival at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Flutter into fun with live butterflies, pollinator experts, the Migration Game, live entertainment and more. June 7-8.
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 8.
Neighborhood Block Party at Zoo Atlanta
This wild celebration honors community with Keeper Talks, animal exploration, family-friendly activities and more. June 8.
Decatur Beach Party in Downtown Decatur
Bask in the glow of summer with a pop-up beach, live music, games, boardwalk fare and frozen treats. June 13.
ATL Kids Summer Fest at Starr Park Amphitheatre
This summer concert specifically for kids features talented kid artists, vendors, engaging activities and more. June 14.
RockFest at Tellus Science Museum
Experience geology-themed activities to explore rocks, minerals and jewels. June 14-15.
Adventure Cubs at Zoo Atlanta
Explore a new region of the world to discover more about giraffes with an activity, a story and a take-away craft. June 19.
Pop-in for Family Fun at Marietta Museum of History
Enjoy themed activities. June 21.
Twilight Tots at Zoo Atlanta
You and your young child will love learning about animal babies and how their parents care for them with the help of Zoo Educators. June 21.
Summer Party at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Celebrate the summer solstice with an enchanted evening of glowing lanterns, live music, magic, artistic exhibits and more. June 21.
Atlanta Streets Alive at Peachtree Street
Part of an international open streets movement, walk, bike, skate, dance and play at this car-free celebration of Atlanta’s community. June 22.
Monster Jam at Akins Ford Arena
Watch these huge trucks compete, go behind-the-scenes with the Pit Crew, participate in giveaways and more. At the Pit Party, see the trucks up close, meet your favorite drivers and crews, and enjoy family-friendly activities. June 20-22.
