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FEB 14—APR 12

Orchid Daze: Living Canvas

Feb 14 - Apr 12Atlanta Botanical Garden
🌸 Seasonal

Celebrate the beauty of nature's most exotic blooms at Orchid Daze: Living Canvas at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. This stunning Valentine's Day season celebration showcases the Garden's signature orchid collection in a dazzling burst of color and fragrance that will captivate the whole family. It's the perfect time to introduce your children to the wonder of rare plants and botanical artistry.

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MAR 1—APR 30

Atlanta SUPER Blooms! presented by Delta

Mar 1 - Apr 30Atlanta Botanical Garden
🎉 Festival

Join the Atlanta Botanical Garden's incredible 50th anniversary celebration with Atlanta SUPER Blooms! presented by Delta, doubling the beloved spring flower festival. Watch the historic Great Lawn planting come alive with color as your family explores this expanded celebration of blooming beauty in Atlanta, Georgia.

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MAR 3—OCT 31

Garden Playtime

Mar 3 - Oct 31Atlanta Botanical Garden
🌳 Outdoor

Introduce your little one to the joys of nature at Garden Playtime, a delightful program at the Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta, Georgia. Available Tuesday through October, this complimentary activity (with Garden admission) lets young children discover plants, insects, and outdoor exploration in a safe, nurturing environment designed just for them.

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MAR 3—MAY 17

Puppetry Now Featuring Tom Lee Special Exhibition

Mar 3 - May 17Center for Puppetry Arts
🎨 Arts & Crafts

Looking to inspire young artists with contemporary puppetry? The Puppetry Now Featuring Tom Lee Special Exhibition at Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, GA celebrates two decades of innovative work by acclaimed puppeteer Tom Lee. Families will discover 'Child of Wood' and explore how modern puppeteers push creative boundaries.

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MAR 3—MAY 31

Drop-In Garden Tours

Mar 3 - May 31Atlanta Botanical Garden
🌳 Outdoor

Want an expert-guided tour of one of Atlanta's most beautiful spaces? Drop-In Garden Tours at Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta, GA offer a complimentary one-hour guided experience (included with garden admission) perfect for curious kids and parents. From February through May, join rangers at 1:30 p.m. to learn about plants, seasonal blooms, and garden design.

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MAR 4—MAR 31

Spring Gallery

Mar 4 - Mar 31Chattahoochee Nature Center
🎨 Arts & Crafts

Looking for a creative way to spend Wednesday afternoon in Atlanta? The Spring Gallery exhibition at Chattahoochee Nature Center showcases inspiring artwork that celebrates the season and nature's beauty. This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your family to art in a natural setting while exploring the center's trails and outdoor spaces.

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MAR 4—DEC 31

Storybook Time

Mar 4 - Dec 31Atlanta Botanical Garden
📚 Story Time

Want to spark your child's imagination with stories brought to life by nature? Storybook Time at Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta offers nature-inspired storytelling sessions that engage young minds every Wednesday at 10 and 10:45 a.m. The experience is complimentary with your Garden admission, making it a perfect addition to a morning of outdoor exploration.

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MAR 5—MAR 31

The Chattahoochee: Re-Imagine our River – Film Showings

Mar 5 - Mar 31Chattahoochee Nature Center
🌟 Family Night

Looking for an educational family night that combines film and environmental learning in Atlanta? The Chattahoochee: Re-Imagine our River, Film Showings at Chattahoochee Nature Center explores the story and importance of Georgia's iconic river through powerful storytelling. Perfect for families wanting to learn together while supporting river conservation.

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MAR 5—MAY 31

Drop-In Garden Tours

Mar 5 - May 31Atlanta Botanical Garden
🌳 Outdoor

Looking for an easy way to explore nature with the kids? Join a Drop-In Garden Tour at the Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta, GA, where a knowledgeable guide will lead you and your family through one hour of seasonal blooms and stunning landscapes. No registration needed,just show up Thursday, March 5, 2026, and let the kids discover what's growing.

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MAR 6—MAR 27

Kids Saturdays (10am-12pm) March 7, 14, 21, 28

Mar 6 - Mar 27Easy Going Sewing, 3835 Presidential Pkwy Suite 102
🎵 Music

Want your child to discover a practical creative skill they'll use forever? Kids Saturdays at Easy Going Sewing in Atlanta (3835 Presidential Pkwy Suite 102) offers hands-on sewing machine classes for ages 8-17 every Saturday in March from 10am-12pm. Each session includes professional instruction, all fabric and supplies, so your child can start creating their own projects right away.

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MAR 10—OCT 31

Garden Playtime

Mar 10 - Oct 31Atlanta Botanical Garden
🌳 Outdoor

Ready to spark a lifelong love of nature in your little one? Garden Playtime at Atlanta Botanical Garden offers toddlers and preschoolers a wonderful introduction to the outdoors, plants, and exploration in a safe, beautiful setting. Running Tuesdays from March through October, this complimentary program is included with your garden admission, making it easy to combine learning and play.

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MAR 10—MAY 31

Drop-In Garden Tours

Mar 10 - May 31Atlanta Botanical Garden
🌳 Outdoor

Want to deepen your family's appreciation for botanical beauty? Drop-In Garden Tours at Atlanta Botanical Garden offer guided, hour-long explorations perfect for curious kids and adults alike. Available Tuesday afternoons at 1:30pm from February through May, these informative walks are a relaxed way to learn about plants, seasonal changes, and garden design.

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MAR 11—DEC 31

Storybook Time

Mar 11 - Dec 31Atlanta Botanical Garden
📚 Story Time

Looking for a magical way to spark your child's imagination in Atlanta? Storybook Time at the Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta, GA brings nature-inspired stories to life every Wednesday at 10 and 10:45 a.m., making it the perfect mid-week outing for young readers. With garden admission, your family gets access to beautiful outdoor spaces and engaging storytelling that celebrates the natural world.

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MAR 12—APR 9

Tulips at Twilight

Mar 12 - Apr 9Atlanta Botanical Garden
🌸 Seasonal

Ready to witness one of nature's most magical displays right here in Atlanta? Tulips at Twilight celebrates the Atlanta Botanical Garden's spectacular 50th-anniversary SUPER Blooms, presented by Delta Air Lines. On March 12, 2026, experience thousands of vibrant tulips in full bloom as twilight transforms the garden into an unforgettable family outing.

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MAR 13—MAR 21

Atlanta Science Festival at the Zoo

Mar 13 - Mar 21Zoo Atlanta
🔬 STEM

Want to spark your child's curiosity about science and careers? Atlanta Science Festival at Zoo Atlanta on March 13, 2026, combines world-class STEM learning with an incredible animal experience right here in Atlanta. This hands-on celebration lets kids explore science careers while discovering amazing wildlife.

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MAR 16—APR 4

The Tales of Edgar Allan Poe

Mar 16 - Apr 4Center for Puppetry Arts
🎭 Theater

Ready to experience Edgar Allan Poe like never before? The Tales of Edgar Allan Poe at Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, GA brings classic stories to life through innovative puppet theater, adapted by Bobby Box and directed by Raymond Carr. This captivating performance features tales including The Raven and combines theatrical magic with creative storytelling perfect for families ready to explore literature in a new way.

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TUEMAR 17

Devising Puppetry Strategies and Processes

9:00 AM - 11:59 PM EDTCenter for Puppetry Arts
🔨 Workshop

Curious about how puppet artists create their magic? Devising Puppetry Strategies and Processes at Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, GA offers a behind-the-scenes masterclass where puppeteer Tom Lee shares his creative process through images, sketches, and video. Parents and older kids interested in theater, art, or storytelling will gain real insight into how professional puppeteers develop their characters and performances.

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