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🎭 Arts & Theater for Kids in Atlanta, GA

11 children's theater, art studios, and performing arts rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Atlanta

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Center For Puppetry Arts tourist attraction in Atlanta, GA🎮 Entertainment
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The Center for Puppetry Arts is a one-of-a-kind destination that combines live puppet theater, an incredible museum featuring over 200 Sesame Street and Muppet characters, and hands-on workshops. With more than 600 performances annually and interactive exhibits that bring puppetry magic to life, it's a captivating experience that sparks creativity and wonder in children while delighting nostalgic parents.

🕑 2.5-3 hours (including a 45-60 minute show and museum exploration)
Stage Door Theatre performing arts theater in Dunwoody, GA🎭 Theater
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4.8(92)$14 mi · Dunwoody

Stage Door Theatre brings the magic of live theater to families in Dunwoody with engaging children's productions, family-friendly shows, and excellent youth theater programs. This welcoming community theater at the North DeKalb Cultural Center offers an intimate setting where kids can experience professional-quality performances up close, plus opportunities to get on stage themselves through classes and camps.

🕑 Most children's productions run 60-90 minutes including intermission; full family shows may run 2-2.5 hours
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament family restaurant in Atlanta, GA🎮 Entertainment
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Medieval Times Atlanta delivers an unforgettable two-hour spectacle where kids cheer for their knight during thrilling jousting tournaments, sword fights, and horsemanship displays,all while feasting on a four-course meal eaten with their hands, medieval-style. The castle-themed venue fully immerses families in the experience with costumed staff, pre-show activities, and the excitement of being assigned a knight to root for based on your seating section.

🕑 3-3.5 hours total (1 hour pre-show activities and 2-hour tournament show)
High Museum of Art art museum in Atlanta, GA🎨 Museum
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4.7(5,727)$$

The High Museum of Art offers a sophisticated yet welcoming experience for families exploring Atlanta's arts scene. With dedicated family-friendly galleries, interactive exhibits designed for young visitors, and the added bonus of free admission for kids under 5, it's an accessible introduction to world-class art that won't break the bank.

🕑 1.5-3 hours
Frederick Brown Jr Amphitheater amphitheatre in Peachtree City, GA🎭 Theater
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4.7(475)Free28 mi · Peachtree City

The Frederick Brown Jr Amphitheater is a stunning outdoor venue on the shores of Lake Peachtree that brings families together for concerts, movie nights under the stars, and community festivals. With its spacious lawn seating and picnic-friendly atmosphere, it's the perfect spot to spread out a blanket, enjoy live entertainment, and let kids experience the magic of outdoor performances in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

🕑 2-3 hours including pre-show picnic time
The Greens at Braelinn apartment building in Peachtree City, GA🌳 Park
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4.7(152)Free28 mi · Peachtree City

The Greens at Braelinn is a delightful village center that combines outdoor play with convenient amenities, making it perfect for a full morning or afternoon outing. Kids can burn energy at the playground and splash pad while parents enjoy the nearby shops and dining options, all within a charming, walkable setting that hosts regular community events throughout the year.

🕑 2-4 hours
City Springs Theatre Company, Studio and Admin Offices association or organization in Sandy Springs, GA🎭 Theater
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City Springs Theatre Company brings Broadway-caliber performances to Sandy Springs in a stunning, modern venue that welcomes families with open arms. From classic musicals to holiday productions and dedicated youth theater programming, this professional theater creates memorable experiences that introduce children to the magic of live performance in an accessible, comfortable setting.

🕑 Most family shows run 90 minutes to 2.5 hours including intermission
Fernbank Museum | 3D Theater | Forest nature preserve in Atlanta, GA🎨 Museum
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Fernbank Museum offers an incredible combination of indoor exhibits and outdoor adventure that keeps kids engaged for hours. From walking among giant dinosaur skeletons in the impressive Dinosaur Plaza to exploring hands-on STEM activities in the interactive lab, then venturing outside to hike through one of Atlanta's last remaining old-growth forests, this museum truly has something for every type of young learner.

🕑 3-4 hours for a full visit including museum exhibits, nature trails, and a 3D movie; 2 hours minimum if just exploring the indoor exhibits
The Hudgens Center for Art & Learning art gallery in Duluth, GA🎨 Museum
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4.4(52)$23 mi · Duluth

The Hudgens Center for Art & Learning is a welcoming community art museum in Duluth that goes beyond just looking at art,kids can actually create it! With rotating exhibitions that keep things fresh, hands-on art classes designed specifically for children, and engaging family workshops, this center makes art accessible and fun for young visitors who might get restless in traditional museums.

🕑 1-2 hours for gallery viewing alone; 2-3 hours if participating in a hands-on workshop or class
Town Center at Cobb shopping mall in Kennesaw, GA🎮 Entertainment
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4.3(8,318)$21 mi · Kennesaw

Town Center at Cobb is a premier shopping destination that doubles as a family entertainment hub in Kennesaw. Beyond the typical mall experience, families will find dedicated play areas for little ones to burn energy, an AMC movie theater for rainy day entertainment, and a variety of kid-friendly dining options that make it easy to spend several hours here.

🕑 2-4 hours
Cafe
4.2(633)$$$1 mi · Buckhead

The historic Fox Theatre is Atlanta's crown jewel of live entertainment, offering Broadway shows, concerts, and family-friendly performances in a stunning 1920s "Arabian Nights" setting that will captivate kids and adults alike. The ornate Egyptian Ballroom, twinkling starlit ceiling, and grand architecture make every visit feel like stepping into a magical palace, turning any performance into an unforgettable experience for children.

🕑 2-3 hours including intermission for most performances, plus 30 minutes before for exploration

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