Whereas showgoers at The Atlanta Shoe Market in August will definitely have loads of shoe strains to maintain them occupied over the occasion weekend, Atlanta has a lot to supply outdoors of present hours, together with one of many largest live performance excursions of the summer time.

The town additionally boasts at the very least half a dozen eating places by James Beard award-winning cooks, so foodies is not going to be disillusioned.

Right here’s a take a look at a few of what’s new and notable round city in August.

Music & Artwork

The most popular ticket on the town will definitely be Beyoncé’s much-celebrated Renaissance World Tour, at Mercedez Benz Stadium on Aug. 11, 12 and 14. The present has generated headlines not just for its flawless performances, but additionally for its glitzy ensembles from luxurious manufacturers together with Balmain, Mugler, Alexander McQueen, Loewe, David Koma, Valentino and Off-White.

Elsewhere in Atlanta, the Cadence Financial institution Amphitheatre at Chastain Park is internet hosting singer Jason Mraz on Aug. 11 and Gov’t Mule on Aug. 12. Alt-country legend Lyle Lovett can be convey his signature Western swing sound to Atlanta Symphony Corridor on Aug. 12. And it’ll be ’90s nostalgia evening at Ameris Financial institution Amphitheatre at Encore Park on Aug. 11, when Counting Crows can be joined by particular visitor Dashboard Confessional.

For artwork followers, Van Gogh: The Immersive Expertise is an Instagrammer’s dream. Housed contained in the Exhibition Hub on the Atlanta Artwork Middle in Doraville, the present takes friends contained in the famed artist’s most beloved works. In the meantime, the Excessive Museum in Midtown is presenting a world perspective this summer time with a show of samurai armor and an exhibit of historic Nubian artifacts. And for a extra fashionable take, take a look at the Museum of Up to date Artwork, house to a everlasting assortment of over 1,400 works by Georgia artists.

Meals & Drink

There have been notable new additions to the native eating scene. This spring, chef Nick Badovinus opened an Atlanta version of his Dallas-based restaurant, Nationwide Anthem, within the Omni Lodge on the Battery, which will be accessed through a walkway from the Cobb Galleria. Billed as an ode to baseball, this contemporary diner gives elevated twists on American meals favorites.

Additionally within the Battery is C. Ellet’s Steakhouse, which James Beard award-winning chef Linton Hopkins opened in 2017.

In Buckhead Village, Atlanta restaurateur Tal Baum unveiled his long-awaited Carmel restaurant in Might. The menu takes inspiration from the coastal communities of California, the Yucatan Peninsula and Baum’s upbringing close to Mount Carmel in Israel, alongside the Mediterranean.

For ambiance, Canoe in Vinings serves farm-to-table delicacies in a picturesque setup subsequent to the Chattahoochee River that’s excellent for a stroll earlier than or after dinner. One other prime spot in Vinings is Clark & Schwenk’s Oyster Bar, an upscale restaurant with a big selection of seafood choices. 

For late-night enjoyable, the Battery has choices to go well with each style. For sports activities lovers, there’s Recreation Changers contained in the Hilton Doubletree Lodge. Whisky connoisseurs will recognize the tasting room and bar at ASW Distillery, whereas music lovers received’t need to miss the Park Bench piano bar.