A Guide to Spring Break in Atlanta

Mar 19, 2026

Flowers are beginning to blossom around campus, and that means spring break is almost here. For those staying on campus during the break, March 23 - 27, don't fret - Atlanta is a vibrant city full of exciting events and activities for students to enjoy.

Cheer On the Yellow Jackets

Softball

vs. Duke University

• Friday, March 20, 6 p.m.
• Saturday, March 21, 3 p.m.
• Sunday, March 22, 4 p.m.

vs. University of West Georgia

• Tuesday, March 24, 6 p.m.

vs. Georgia State University

• Wednesday, March 25, 6 p.m.

Swimming and Diving

NCAA Men's Swimming Championships

• March 25 - 28, all day

Baseball

vs. NC State

• Friday, March 27, 7 p.m.
• Saturday, March 28, 7 p.m.
• Sunday, March 29, 3 p.m.

Women's Tennis

vs. Penn State

• Sunday, March 22, noon

vs. University of Miami

• Friday, March 27, 4 p.m.

vs. Florida State University

• Sunday, March 29, noon

Men's Tennis

vs. Stanford University

• Thursday, March 26, 4 p.m.

vs. University of California

• Saturday, March 28, 11 a.m.

vs. The Citadel

• Saturday, March 28, 4 p.m.

Track and Field

Yellow Jacket Invitational

• March 20 - 21, all day

View the complete schedule of athletic events at ramblinwreck.com.

Atlanta Science Festival

When: Through March 21, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day

Where: Various locations

Open to all, the Atlanta Science Festival showcases a variety of events in and around metro Atlanta, ranging from hydroponics and the physics of rock 'n' roll to theater productions and escape rooms.

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Hope Beneath the Wings Community Mural Paint Day

When: March 21, 10 a.m. - noon

Where: All Saints' Episcopal Church

Join artist Aysha Pennerman for a community paint day. Wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on, because it's you who will be helping to paint the mural! The project invites the community to meditate on the concept of hope.

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USA Jigsaw Nationals and Convention

When: March 27 - 29, 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. each day

Where: Atlanta Convention Center at America's Mart

The USA Jigsaw Nationals showcase speed puzzling, including individual competitors racing to finish 500-piece puzzles, and teams of four competing to finish two 1,000-piece puzzles. The event also features casual puzzling and seminars for attendees.

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Little 5 Fest

When: March 28, 1 - 8 p.m.

Where: Little 5 Points

Enjoy live music, skate ramps, and vendors at the Little 5 Fest. The festival features a variety of bands from Atlanta and beyond, along with a range of food and drinks to try. Come experience the culture of one of Atlanta's most eclectic and lively neighborhoods.

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'Spinning a Yarn': The Exhibit

When: Through April 4, during museum hours

Where: African Diaspora Art Museum of Atlanta

"Spinning a yarn" is typically associated with women's storytelling, and this exhibit invites attendees to contemplate how stories are shaped by memory and imagination, rather than in a linear fashion. The exhibit showcases a variety of artistic mediums, including oil painting.

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See the Sights

Whether you're an Atlanta native or new to the city, there are plenty of attractions for you to fit into your spring break schedule.

• Georgia Aquarium
• World of Coca-Cola
• Zoo Atlanta
• College Football Hall of Fame
• High Museum of Art
• Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park
• Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
• Atlanta Botanical Garden
• Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Take a Hike

As spring nears and the weather warms up, take a walk on the Beltline or enjoy a hike on trails around the metro area.