The Peach City of Atlanta is known regionally as the Big Apple of the South. Atlanta has professional sports teams (Braves, Falcons and Thrashers,) a symphony orchestra, and it hosted the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. Atlanta has a thriving music scene and many gourmet restaurants, bistros and cafes.
Centennial Olympic Park has tours of the former Olympic venues, training facilities and still hosts athletic competitions. Atlanta uses Centennial Park for live music and entertainment, crafts and arts shows and street fares. Every Wednesday there is the ""WindDown," featuring live jazz that is free to the public. Every fourth Saturday of the month is Family Day at the park, with activities for kids and adults.
Centennial Olympic Park
265 Luckie St. NW
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-223-4636
centennialpark.com
The Fox Theater was built in Moorish style in the late 1920s as a headquarters for the Shriners. Today, it serves as home for Atlanta's rich arts and live theater scene. Take in a show and bask in the opulence of the decor. In addition to being a place to "see and be seen," the Fox Theater is a National Historic Landmark, the highest national ranking, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, according to the theater's website. Check the website for current shows and events. Buy tickets online or via telephone.
The Fox Theater
660 Peachtree St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
800-745-3000
foxtheatre.org
Fat Matt's has been serving barbecue to the Atlanta populace since 1990 and has earned a spot on the city's list of local gems. Fat Matt's even registered a mention by George Clooney's character in "Up In the Air." Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring a bib, as you will get sauce and other fixins' on you. Fat Matt's features live blues music nightly.
Fat Matt's Rib Shack
1811 Piedmont Ave. NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-607-1622
fatmattsribshack.com
