Mommy Poppins - Things to Do with Kids - Atlanta

Avian Adventures

Kendra Pierson — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 11:33:30 +0000

Saturday, March 21, 2020 - 8:00am to 9:30am

https://www.exploregeorgia.org/lawrenceville/outdoors-nature/natural-attractions...

Cost:

As of March 18, there is no mention of the regular birding hikes being postponed. But if you're interested please call before heading out. Families can discover the diversity of the local bird population on a guided walk.

Binoculars are available for use.

Recommended Age:

10 and older

Age:

Sweet Water Park

800 Bethesda School Road

30044 Lawrenceville , GA 33° 56' 13.7976" N, 84° 4' 41.8224" W

Georgia

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Ailey Experience Tour: Atlanta

Kendra Pierson — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 04:09:16 +0000

Repeats every day until Sun Feb 16 2020.

Saturday, February 15, 2020 Various times

Sunday, February 16, 2020 Various times

https://www.aileyextension.com/ailey-experience-2020/atlanta

Cost:

$50

The Alvin Ailey Experience workshop is holding special classes with instructors and company members of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

The workshop is part of Mr. Ailey's commitment to sharing dance with the world. Participants will learn the history of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater signature style and how this impacted the perception of American modern dance. The classes will have live accompanists and a study of the Ailey classics Revelations, Blues Suite and Night Creature featuring the blues, gospel, traditional spirituals and jazz that are Ailey hallmarks.

No dance experience necessary and all levels are welcome!

Recommended Age:

8 & older

Atlanta

Decatur & Druid Hills

Intown

Cabbagetown / Old Fourth Ward

Age:

Kids

Tweens & teens

Charles R Drew Charter School

301 Eva Davis Way SE

30317 Atlanta , GA 33° 44' 41.6148" N, 84° 18' 52.344" W

Georgia

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Atlanta Science Festival Exploration Expo - CANCELED

Kendra Pierson — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 03:38:07 +0000

Saturday, March 21, 2020 Various times

https://atlantasciencefestival.org/expo/

Cost:

Free

The Atlanta Science Festival closing event is the FREE Exploration Expo. There are more than 100 hands-on, interactive science booths presented by local businesses, organizations and universities, celebrating science in Atlanta. The event is FREE and no registration is required.

Recommended Age:

All Ages

Age:

Piedmont Park

400 Park Dr. NE

30306 Atlanta , GA 33° 47' 18.6252" N, 84° 22' 23.0124" W

Georgia

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Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at Atlanta Botanical Garden

Kendra Pierson — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 16:11:13 +0000

Repeats every day until Sun Jan 11 2026.

Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm

Sunday, November 16, 2025 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm

Monday, November 17, 2025 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm

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Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm

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Thursday, January 1, 2026 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm

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Sunday, January 11, 2026 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm

https://atlantabg.org/plan-your-visit/atlanta-garden-calendar/garden-lights-holi...

Cost:

Varies by date. Adults - $29.95-$59.95; Children (12 and under) - $26.95 - $56.95; Children 3 and under - free

One of Atlanta’s favorite holiday light displays returns to the Atlanta Botanical Garden for Garden Lights, Holiday Nights. Expect new music and choreography with more vertical lights than ever.

Featuring Nature’s Wonders, the largest curtain of synchronized light and sound in the world, Garden Lights, Holiday Nights invites guests to explore the 30 acres of the garden covered in lights. The full garden of exhibits is open for exploration. New this year are the colorfully lit tree sculptures from Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics, lining the Anne Cox Chambers Flower Walk and Skyline Pond.

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights is open every night including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.

Recommended Age:

All Ages

Age:

Atlanta Botanical Garden

1345 Piedmont Avenue

30309 Atlanta , GA

Phone: 404-876-5859

33° 47' 24.0324" N, 84° 22' 25.8924" W

Georgia

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Activity Category:

Exhibitions

Fairs & Festivals

Outdoor & Nature

The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, Jr. at Aurora Theatre

Elsa Simcik — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:23:26 +0000

Saturday, January 17, 2026 - 1:00pm

https://auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/flatstanleypublicperform...

Cost:

$12

In a whirlwind musical travelogue, Stanley — the ultimate exchange student — scours the globe for a solution to his unusual problem. He’s stamped, posted and cancelled from Hollywood and France to Honolulu and beyond, all in an effort to become a three-dimensional boy once more.

Recommended Age:

4-10

Age:

Aurora Theatre

128 E. Pike St.

30046 Lawrenceville , GA

Phone: 678-226-6222

33° 57' 25.6608" N, 83° 59' 14.064" W

Georgia

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Activity Category:

Shows & Concerts

Theater & Dance

Admission Services

The Magic Gateway Magic Show

Elsa Simcik — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:57:22 +0000

Saturday, January 10, 2026 Various times

https://www.7stages.org/shows/the-magic-gateway-1-10-26/

Cost:

Starting at $20.80

This family-friendly magic show is set against the vibrant glow of a neon portal. Expect jaw-dropping illusions, hilarious moments, and interactive surprises where kids don’t just watch the magic—they help make it happen.

Highlights
A talented magician performs mind-boggling illusions with heart and humor
Kids become part of the magic with exciting opportunities to hop onstage
A vibrant neon portal sets the stage for a dazzling theatrical performance
‍‍‍ Fun for the whole family—wholesome, witty, and wildly entertaining

Three shows: 11am, 1pm & 4pm

Recommended Age:

Age:

7 Stages

1105 Euclid Ave NE

30307 Atlanta , GA 33° 45' 49.8888" N, 84° 21' 3.2976" W

Georgia

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Activity Category:

Shows & Concerts

Theater & Dance

Admission Services

100 Free Things To Do in Atlanta with Kids

Melanie Preis — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 12:49:11 +0000

Enjoying FREE things to do in Atlanta just makes the fun all the much better! We've rounded up some of our favorite, free Atlanta attractions, events, and outdoor spaces that not only entertain kids, but are easy on the wallet. Some of the following Atlanta spots are free all of the time; some may offer special days or rates throughout the year. Save money and explore the beauty of Atlanta and nearby Georgia with our helpful guide!

St. Lucia With Kids: Stay at Coconut Bay and Explore the Island’s Best Family Adventures

Meghan Rose — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 13:10:07 +0000

I live in LA, so for tropical vacations, we tend to head to nearby Hawaii. But we took the long flight to the Caribbean this fall, and I have to say, I’m sorry we waited so long. For a fantastic mix of awesome adventures, gorgeous beaches, relaxing cabanas, stunning nature, great food, loads of animals, and a plethora of activities for kids and the whole family, you can’t beat the island of St. Lucia. Yes, the island famous for honeymooners and romance is actually a wonderful family vacation.

We stayed at the all-inclusive Coconut Bay Beach Resort and had maybe the most perfectly balanced tropical family vacation I’ve ever experienced. Think chocolate tasting/making, drive-in volcano, snorkeling with endangered turtles, and the best Kids Club I’ve seen.

Below, I’m sharing the real insider stuff. Not just the list of top things to do, but the details: what you need to pack (and what to not pack!), which days you should plan on adventures and which you should lie by the pool, and even what to eat.

Check out our complete Guide to Caribbean Family Vacations. Now, here are my tips on making a trip to St. Lucia with kids a rousing success:

25 Free Things To Do Indoors in Atlanta: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days

Melanie Preis — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:12:49 +0000

Free indoor activities in Atlanta are a must as temperatures drop and winter comes in full force! And as the winter weather (or spring's rainy weather) settles in, having reliable FREE things to do indoors in your back pocket is crucial. Free things to do indoors in Atlanta help parents keep the party going no matter what's happening outside, without a hit to the wallet. Here are some of our favorite free things to do with kids when its rainy, icy, snowy, or some type of combination that haunts Atlanta. Just make sure you can safely drive there!

For more free fun in Atlanta, check out our Free Things To Do with Kids Guide and sign up for our newsletters to get info delivered straight to your inbox.

Best Shared Family Calendar Apps (Tested by a Real Parent)

Ally Noel — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:02:52 +0000

If you’ve ever missed a Spirit Day, double‑booked soccer practice, or realized after pickup that early dismissal was today... "Hi! Welcome to the club." This is exactly why I went down the rabbit hole of family calendar apps in the first place.

For Mommy Poppins, I didn’t just research these apps; I actually used them with my own family. On iPhones, Android devices, and laptops. With kids who sometimes check apps… and sometimes make me wonder why I pay for cell phone service

Below are the best shared family calendar apps I’ve personally tested — what actually worked in real life, what felt over hyped, and which families each app is truly best for. For more tried-and-tested parenting hacks, check out our Mommy Poppins Parenting Hacks Guide.