Carol Carter

2 months ago | discoveratlanta.com | Carol Carter

Published March 6, 2025NCAA men’s basketball’s March Madness descends on Atlanta this year when the South Regionals come to State Farm Arena March 28 and 30, with Georgia Tech hosting. The NCAA’s March Madness tournament begins with selection Sunday on March 16, when the NCAA announces the 68 teams that make the tournament. Teams will be eliminated at venues across the country as the tournament winds down to the Sweet 16, the Elite Eight, the Final Four and, ultimately, the National Championship.

Oct 10, 2024 | discoveratlanta.com | Carol Carter |Taylor Boser

Published October 10, 2024Welcome to Atlanta, home of the largest Pride Festival in the Southeast. Here are a few tips to help you navigate around the festival and the city. Be safe and have fun. First things first: The 2024 Atlanta Pride Festival is scheduled for Oct. 12-13 in Piedmont Park. Since it began in Piedmont Park in 1970, the festival has grown to welcome more than 300,000 visitors and hosts one of the city’s largest parades.

Aug 15, 2024 | discoveratlanta.com | Carol Carter

Published August 15, 2024It’s time for a family outing. What would the kids enjoy doing? How about the adults? No worries. Many of Atlanta’s major attractions offer things to do for various age groups, and then there are some attractions such as the Children’s Museum of Atlanta that are just for the kiddos and their adults. Take a look and find out what’s on tap that your family might enjoy.

Jul 12, 2024 | discoveratlanta.com | Carol Carter

Published July 12, 2024Kids need something to do this summer? You don’t want to spend a fortune? We understand. Fortunately, Atlanta is full of free things to do with your kids. This city is home to several free museums. Two popular summer festivals offer free admittance. There seems to be a park near just about every Atlanta neighborhood. The city of Atlanta operates several free swimming pools. Read on to find one or two or three things your kids might enjoy.

Jun 11, 2024 | discoveratlanta.com | Carol Carter

Published June 11, 2024Atlanta is home to Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC and big NCAA games) and State Farm Arena (NBA) plus Gateway Center Arena (Atlanta Dream), but that’s just the big ones. The city has more venues for everything from Premier League sports to pickleball courts, roller rinks and bowling alleys for amateur athletes. Play on, Atlanta. Bowling alleys are plentiful throughout the metropolitan area.