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Atlanta is one of the largest metro areas in the United States<\/a> and this diverse city has major attractions in all corners. Whether you\u2019re a resident or just passing through, there are tons of fun things to do in Atlanta, like seeing an epic puppet show or celebrating wine at the annual Uncorked festival. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whatever your interests are, you don\u2019t have to do them alone in Atlanta. Check out the following Meetup events happening in Atlanta during the month of February 2024, and find something to do today!    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a guided tour of the historic Oakland Cemetery <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nestled between the neighborhoods of Sweet Auburn and Cabbagetown, historic Oakland Cemetery is Atlanta\u2019s oldest public park and the final resting place of many of the city\u2019s most notable citizens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Sunday, February 4<\/a>, you can join Atlanta Dining History and Culture Enthusiasts<\/a> for a 90-minute walking tour led by one of the park\u2019s knowledgeable and entertaining guides. This Meetup group of nearly 100 members will discover the period gardens, art, and architecture that give Oakland Cemetery its distinct character, and learn the fascinating stories this outdoor museum has to tell. After the tour, the group will head to the nearby Six Feet Under Pub & Fish House.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Participate in the country\u2019s most delicious race, the Hot Chocolate 5k <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Hot Chocolate race has been traveling all across the country, becoming a movement that\u2019s taken over the running world. On Sunday, February 4<\/a>, join Friendships, Fun and Fabulous Places – LADIES ONLY<\/a> at Centennial Olympic Park. Along with hundreds of other participants, this Meetup group of nearly 90 members will stop by the pre-event expo and check out all kinds of cocoa-related vendors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, once you\u2019ve crossed the finish line, you\u2019re invited to a post-race party that promises to be a chocolate lover\u2019s oasis! Celebrate your accomplishment with a complimentary finisher\u2019s mug, fondue, dippables, and specialty hot chocolate.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Celebrate good grapes at the Uncorked Atlanta Wine Fest <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s always festival season in Atlanta, and kicking off this year\u2019s lineup of wonderful wine tastings is Uncorked. On Saturday, February 10<\/a>, Atlanta\u2019s premier wine experience will take place at The Stave Room, a beautiful event space alongside the Beltline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can join the Atlanta Event Explorers<\/a>, a Meetup group of nearly 100 members, before the wine tasting for a meal at the nearby Fat Matt’s Rib Shack. Then dive into more than 50 varieties of wine and craft beer tastings, wine-themed activities, and musical performances. Plus, your ticket gets you a souvenir Uncorked wine glass.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out the 2024 Oddities & Curiosities Expo <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This traveling showcase of all things weird will make its stop in Atlanta on Saturday, February 17<\/a> at the Atlanta Convention Center. A unique array of artists, artisans, and small businesses will delight you with strange and mysterious wares. Get ready to experience everything from taxidermy and funeral collectibles to creepy antique jewelry, historic medical devices, handcrafted occult items, and more! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can join The Soir\u00e9e Spot<\/a>, a Meetup group of more than 120 members, as they discover new artists, meet fellow open-minded and curious folks, and enjoy strange sideshow performances throughout the event.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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See a puppet show recommended by the New York Times <\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On Saturday, February 24<\/a>, the Center for Puppetry Arts in Midtown will host a performance of PACKRAT<\/em>, a visually stunning multimedia play that contemplates humanity\u2019s relationship with the natural world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join the Midtown Atlanta Gay Men<\/a>, a Meetup group of nearly 800 members, as they experience puppetry, projections, and an original score elegantly woven together. The New York Times <\/em>calls this show \u201cthoroughly mesmerizing\u201d and \u201camazingly expressive.\u201d Inspired by the classic adventure novel Watership Down, <\/em>the play follows one peculiar rodent on his journey to discover the interconnectedness of all living things.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t see any activities that speak to you? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t worry. There are so many fun things to do in Atlanta, it would be impossible to capture them all on one list. If there\u2019s an activity you\u2019d love to do in Atlanta but you can\u2019t find an event for it, you can easily create your own Meetup group<\/a> and host your own event!   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out these new Meetup groups in Atlanta      <\/h2>\n\n\n\n