Sports Seasons And Major Games in Atlanta

From Falcons football at Mercedes-Benz Stadium to Braves baseball at Truist Park, this page pulls together all of our Atlanta-focused guides on Sports Seasons And Major Games within the city’s annual calendar. Here you’ll find clear breakdowns of when each season starts and peaks, what major matchups to watch for, and how big events like the SEC Championship Game or the Peach Bowl affect traffic, ticket availability, and neighborhood activity.

These articles are designed to help you plan smarter around Atlanta’s sports calendar—whether you’re choosing the best time to visit, deciding which games are worth the splurge, or figuring out how early to arrive in Downtown, the Battery, or around Georgia Tech. Use these guides to set realistic expectations, avoid common game-day headaches, and make the most of Atlanta’s packed lineup of local and national sports events.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Atlanta Braves Home Opener

The Atlanta Braves home opener is one of the biggest annual events in Atlanta’s sports calendar. Whether you’re a longtime local in Cobb County, an in-town Atlantan making the drive up I‑75, or visiting the city for the first time, the home opener at Truist Park is a different experience from a regular-season game: bigger crowds, more pregame energy, and a lot more planning needed.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Atlanta Dream Home Opener

The Atlanta Dream home opener is one of the most anticipated nights of the year for women’s basketball fans in metro Atlanta. Whether you’re a longtime supporter, a casual sports fan, or visiting the city and curious about catching a WNBA game, the opener is your chance to see the Dream launch a new season in front of a loud, energized home crowd.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Atlanta Falcons Home Opener

The Atlanta Falcons home opener is one of the biggest days on the city’s sports calendar. Whether you live in Atlanta, are visiting for the weekend, or planning a special trip just for the game, the opener sets the tone for the entire NFL season — and it feels like a citywide event.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Atlanta Hawks Opening Night

When Atlanta Hawks Opening Night hits the calendar, it feels less like a single game and more like a citywide celebration. Whether you live in metro Atlanta, commute in from the suburbs, or are visiting from out of town, Opening Night at State Farm Arena is one of the biggest sports events of the fall.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Atlanta United FC Season Opener

The Atlanta United FC season opener is one of the biggest sports events of the year in Atlanta. Whether you live in the city, you’re visiting, or you’re just trying to understand how matchday works here, the opener is your first real taste of the new MLS season—and Atlanta treats it like a celebration.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Chick Fil A Kickoff Game

The Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game is one of Atlanta’s biggest annual sports events and an unofficial holiday for college football fans across the city. Hosted in Downtown Atlanta, it launches the college football season with a high-profile matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, bringing in fans from all over the country.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Chick Fil A Peach Bowl

The Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl isn’t just a college football game; in Atlanta, it feels like a holiday. Whether you’re a local planning your annual downtown tradition or a visitor coming in for the first time, understanding how the Peach Bowl works in Atlanta will make your experience smoother, cheaper, and more fun.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Peachtree Road Race (July 4th)

The Peachtree Road Race on July 4th is one of Atlanta’s biggest annual traditions—part road race, part city-wide celebration. Whether you’re planning to run, walk, volunteer, or just watch, this guide explains how the event works in Atlanta and how to make the most of it.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Publix Atlanta Marathon

The Publix Atlanta Marathon is one of the city’s biggest running events, drawing local runners, visiting athletes, and thousands of spectators to the streets of Atlanta, Georgia each year. Whether you’re planning to run, cheer from the sidewalk, or just figure out how to get around town that weekend, understanding how the marathon works specifically in Atlanta makes race day much smoother.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

SEC Championship Game (Mercedes BenzStadium)

The SEC Championship Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium is one of Atlanta’s biggest annual sports events. Whether you live in the city, are planning a weekend trip, or just want to understand how game day works here, this guide walks you through what to expect, how to get around, and how to make the most of being in downtown Atlanta for the SEC title game.

Sports Seasons And Major Games

Tour Championship At East Lake Golf Club

The Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club is one of Atlanta’s biggest annual sporting events and the season-ending finale of the PGA Tour’s FedExCup Playoffs. If you live in Atlanta, are visiting, or are planning a trip around the tournament, understanding how this event works locally can make your experience smoother, cheaper, and more fun.