Spring into the New Season in Sandy Springs

There's no better time to experience Sandy Springs than, well, Spring!

There are a ton of awesome events planned this season featuring live music, theatre, and more! Check out everything we have to offer below:

City of Sandy Springs Events
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center Events

City of Sandy Springs Events

26th Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival returns for its 26th edition, bringing a world-class lineup of cinema to Sandy Springs from February 18 – March 3, 2026. This year’s festival explores themes of history, identity, and resilience through 49 feature films and 16 shorts.

Sandy Springs Highlights:

  • Opening Night (Feb 18): The festival kicks off at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center with the Atlanta premiere of Once Upon My Mother, a French dramedy filled with warmth and wit.
  • Closing Night (Mar 3): Join us at the Performing Arts Center for the Jury Award winners and a screening of We Met at Grossinger’s, followed by a dessert reception.

Dates: Feb 18 – March 3 (In-Theater) | March 6 – 15 (Virtual)

Venues:

  • Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328)
  • The Springs Cinema & Taphouse (5920 Roswell Rd Unit C-103, Sandy Springs, GA 30328)

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Sandy Springs Lantern Parade

The Lantern Parade is a magical evening of glowing lanterns and larger-than-life puppets. Families create their own lanterns, then join the festive procession down to Morgan Falls Overlook Park by the Chattahoochee River.

If you want your own lantern for the parade, DIY Lantern Workshops will be held May 2-3. Click here to learn more.

Date/Time: May 9, 2026 · Festivities start 6:00 PM

Location: Morgan Falls Overlook Park (200 Morgan Falls Road, Sandy Springs, 30328)

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City Green Live: Free Concert Series

City Green Live is a high-energy concert experience, featuring nationally touring artists. Invite your friends, grab a drink, and enjoy live music under the stars.

*2026 lineup to be announced

Know Before You Go

  • Parking is available in the City Springs parking deck, accessible from Mt. Vernon Highway. ADA parking spaces are available. Learn more about getting to City Springs
  • Blankets, lawn chairs (preferably low-backed chairs) and umbrellas are allowed. Please lower your umbrellas when the music starts.
  • Please do not move existing bistro tables and chairs on the plaza.
  • No outside tables, no tents.
  • No pets on the City Green. Service animals are permitted.
  • No smoking or vaping.
  • Outdoor public restrooms are available.

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Concerts by the Springs: Free Concert Series

Grab your blanket, pack a picnic basket, and come out to Concerts by the Springs! Enjoy live music with the Sandy Springs community at the beautiful Heritage Amphitheatre Lawn.

*2026 lineup to be announced

Know before you go

  • FREE PARKING is available at the Sandy Springs United Methodist Church Activities Center off Sandy Springs Circle, and the South Parking Lot at the corner of Blue Stone and Mt. Vernon.
    • ADA Parking is available at Heritage Sandy Springs - 6110 Blue Stone Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
  • Blankets, lawn chairs (low-backed chairs preferred) and umbrellas are allowed.
  • Please lower your umbrellas when the music starts.No outside tables, no tents
  • .No pets are allowed at this event. Service animals are permitted.
  • No outside tables.
  • No smoking or vaping.
  • Outdoor public restrooms are available.

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Sandy Springs Farmers Market

The Sandy Springs Farmers Market showcases local and regional vendors, providing an open-air opportunity to purchase fresh produce, artisan foods, and handmade crafts. The market is held at City Springs, near the beautiful City Green, and often includes live music and performances, which makes it the perfect way to start your Saturday.

The Sandy Springs Farmers Market was recently voted a Best of Georgia Winner in the "Produce Markets & Local Farm" category by the Georgia Business Journal, so this is something any food, craft, and/or environmental enthusiast would enjoy!

Dates/Time: Every Saturday starting April 4, 2026 · 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (rain or shine)

Location: City Springs (1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328)

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Superstar Dance for People with Disabilities

As seen in People Magazine, this magical evening invites teens and adults (ages 13+) with disabilities to the Studio Theatre for a prom night where every guest is crowned King or Queen. Attendees will enjoy a DJ, refreshments, and complimentary professional hair and makeup styling provided by Paul Mitchell the School Esani.

The dress code includes semi-formal attire, but more importantly, Superstar Dancers should wear what they feel most comfortable in.

Date/Time: March 20, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Location: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328)

Cost: $10 (Scholarships available via email)

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Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center Events

1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328

Joe Alterman’s Toast & Jam Jazz Brunch Series

Join pianist Joe Alterman at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center for a monthly Sunday escape featuring a deluxe brunch by Executive Chef Karl Elliott and unscripted conversations with world-class musicians.

Dates:

  • Feb 8: Singer-songwriter Jesse Ruben kicks off the series, sharing the stories behind his global hit "This Is Why I Need You" which has streamed over 60 million times.
  • March 8: Viral sensation and jazz vocalist Dara Starr Tucker takes the stage to weave the powerful musical storytelling that has earned her over 1.3 million social media followers.
  • April 12: The season concludes with a high-energy brass double-feature starring tenor saxophonist John Sandfort and trumpeter Justin Powell, a touring musician for acts like The Gorillaz.

Times: 11:00 AM & 1:30 PM; each date

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Cherry Orchard Festival presents Piaf the Show

Transport yourself to the romantic streets of Paris this February without leaving Sandy Springs. We are thrilled to welcome the global phenomenon Piaf! The Show to the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center for a special 110th-anniversary celebration of the legendary Édith Piaf. Starring the internationally acclaimed Nathalie Lermitte, this immersive production brings the French icon’s story to life through her most timeless songs and a backdrop of unreleased photographs from the golden age of Paris.

Date/Time: February 11, 2026 · 8:00 PM

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Vienna Boys Choir: Strauss Forever

Following a sold-out 2024 performance, the world-famous Vienna Boys Choir returns to the Byers Theatre with a program celebrating the "Waltz King," Johann Strauss II. Renowned for centuries for their pristine sound, this enchanting ensemble offers a perfect evening of vocal mastery.

Student Deal: A special $25 ticket package (valued at $72) is available for students with a valid ID at Will Call.

Date/Time: February 13, 2026 · 8:00 PM

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Love in the Key of Swing

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Byers Theatre with an evening of soulful swing featuring Atlanta jazz favorites Karla Harris and Joe Gransden. This high-energy holiday concert blends romantic classics with hard-bop trumpet and heartwarming vocals, now featuring a special appearance by multi-instrumentalist Marla Feeney.

Date/Time: February 14, 2026 · 8:00 PM

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Funny Fridays with Joel Byars

Transform the Studio Theatre into a comedy club with award-winning Atlanta comedian Joel Byars. Enjoy a night of "clean-ish" humor featuring a rotating cast of top-tier local talent. Come early for Happy Hour starting at 6:00 PM!

Dates:

  • Feb 20: Featuring Big Rich Brock, Erica Benefield, and Mookie G.
  • March 6: Featuring Damon Sumner, Ro DelleGrazie, and Jeremy Mesi.
  • April 24: Lineup coming soon.

Time: Happy Hour - 6:00 PM · Show - 7:00 PM

Audience: Recommended for ages 16+.

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The High Kings: Rocky Road Tour 2026

Kick off the St. Patrick’s season with Ireland’s leading folk group, The High Kings, at the Byers Theatre. Fresh off a feature on the soundtrack for the #1 movie Sinners (curated by Ludwig Göransson) and an appearance on Disney’s Only Murders in the Building, the quartet brings their signature blend of traditional Irish heritage and modern energy to Sandy Springs.

Date/Time: February 28, 2026 · 7:00 PM

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City Springs Theatre Company: Come From Away

Don't miss the Regional Premiere of the Broadway smash hit Come From Away at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. Based on the true story of Gander, Newfoundland, where a small community welcomed 7,000 stranded travelers on 9/11, this "big bearhug of a musical" (New York Times) turns a crisis into an inspiring "international sleepover" filled with music, camaraderie, and hope.

Dates: March 13 – 29, 2026

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Billie Ocean Live

Britain’s biggest Black recording star, Billy Ocean, brings his 30-million-record-selling legacy to the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. Get ready for a night of Grammy-winning R&B and pop anthems, including "Caribbean Queen," "Suddenly," and "Get Outta My Dreams; Get Into My Car."

VIP Experience: Purchase a "Pink Seat" ticket (first 4 rows) to receive a commemorative ticket, exclusive T-shirt, and VIP merchandise pack shipped directly to your door.

Date/Time: March 31, 2026 · 7:30 PM

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Swan Lake by World Ballet Company

Experience the grace and world-renowned artistry of The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine as they perform Tchaikovsky’s timeless masterpiece, Swan Lake, at the Byers Theatre. This premier production by Classical Arts Entertainment invites you to a night of exquisite dance, breathtaking choreography, and the elegant magic of classical ballet.

Date/Time: April 7, 2026 · 7:30 PM

Location: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328

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Peppa Pig: My First Concert

Join Peppa Pig, George, and the whole family at the Byers Theatre for a fun, interactive introduction to the live orchestra designed for ages 18 months and up. This 55-minute musical adventure features a live symphony playing songs from the show alongside classics by Mozart and Beethoven, giving little ones a perfect first concert experience.

Date/Time: April 9, 2026 · 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Age Policy: Children under 2 are free (lap seat).

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History That Doesn't Suck

Skip the classroom and join Professor Greg Jackson at the Byers Theatre for a live adaptation of his top-ranked podcast. This multimedia spectacle weaves 100 years of American history, ranging from the Revolution to the Civil War, into a thrilling 100-minute storytelling experience featuring live music.

Date/Time: April 11, 2026 · 8:00 PM

Audience: Recommended for ages 16+.

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Samantha Fish + Tab Benoit: "Two Tours Collide"

Brace yourself for a night of powerhouse guitars as Grammy-nominated sensation Samantha Fish (Paper Doll Tour) shares the stage with Louisiana blues legend Tab Benoit (I Hear Thunder Tour) at the Byers Theatre. Fresh off opening for The Rolling Stones, Fish joins forces with Benoit’s gritty Delta swamp sound for an unmissable double bill of modern rock and traditional blues.

Date/Time: April 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM

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