26 Summer Festivals and Fairs in Atlanta for Families

Join the sweet festivities at Atlanta Ice Cream Festival for a fun-filled day of America's favorite dessert. Photo courtesy of the event
Join the sweet festivities at Atlanta Ice Cream Festival for a fun-filled day of America's favorite dessert. Photo courtesy of the event
5/16/25 - By Elsa Simcik

Get hyped for summer festivals in Atlanta as more fun events are announced every day! From yummy food and live music to bouncy houses and parades, there is something to keep every family member happy at these fun-in-the-sun summer festivals near you. We picked our faves to add to your summer calendar...don't miss the delicious Atlanta Ice Cream Festival, as well as lots of Fourth of July events, and the always popular Dragon Con, as well as Summer Shade Festival and Virginia-Highland Summerfest

For more ways to stretch your summer fun, check out our Atlanta Summer Activities Guide, including ideas for Swimming Lakes and Beaches for Georgia Families and the Ultimate Summer Bucket List

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Cool River Tubing (launch field across the street)

Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel and Convention Center

United Bankshares Amphitheater

Callaway Resort and Gardens

About the Author

Elsa Simcik
Elsa Simcik has been freelance writing for 20-something years, covering a hodgepodge of fields--health & fitness, human interest stories, and even dating. After becoming a mom she segued into writing for local magazines and websites, focusing on parenting, fun things to do with kids, and travel. The travel part is fun, but not as glamorous as it sounds, because it's traveling with kids. Still, she'll take it.