Upcoming events uplifting and supporting immigrant & refugee communities across metro Atlanta
Want to submit an event to the calendar? Send us an email to fiza@285south.com with all of the event information, including date(s), time, venue, and ticket link.
Join Resistance Cinema ATL for a free film and lecture series on Patricio Guzmán’s 57-minute documentary on the Sept. 11, 1973 assassination of democratically-elected president, Salvador Allende, CHILE, OBSTINATE MEMORY. According to organizers, "the film asks viewers to consider how memory works in the aftermath of a fascist takeover, how to reckon with hard truths, […]
The 29th Annual Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is Georgia’s biggest Hong Kong cultural event of the year. This year, thousands of competitors and spectators join to cheer their favorite teams, witness cultural events during the opening ceremonies, and indulge in cuisine from around the world. More info dragonboatatlanta.com.
Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta, along with Mi Familia Acción and Poder Latinx are holding a citizenship clinic, where participants can have their N-400 application reviewed by pro-bono lawyers. More info here and register here to attend (advanced registration required).
Metro Atlantans are invited to come together to support the family of Jesus Manuel Arenas-Silva, the 295th person to die in ICE detention. Proceeds from tickets (available for purchase at eventbrite.com/e/remembering-with-love-a-community-event-to-honor-jesus-manuel-arenas-silva-tickets-1996654026943) will be donated to his family so that they can cover the cost of sending his body back to Venezuela. This fundraiser, sponsored by […]
The Japan-America Society of Georgia invites the Atlanta community for this traditional Japanese autumn tradition, where you'll learn about the history and meaning of Tsukimi, make your own tsukimi dango or moon-viewing rice dumplings, and try matcha-making. Tickets for members: $10; nonmembers: $15. Available at jasgeorgia.org/event-6807188.
Join the City of Clarkston for an afternoon celebrating the diverse cultures that make Clarkston unique through food, traditions, and community spirit.
The Azadi Collective, a community space and mentorship programs for Muslim youth in metro Atlanta, is hosting an ultimate carrom tournament, with all proceeds from competitor fees donated to nonprofits for Palestine and Sudan. More info @a.zadicollective on Instagram.
Teatro Ilegal is coming to Made in Georgia with four improv comedians at Mendoza Café y Vino. Tickets available at eventbrite.com/e/made-in-georgia-a-night-of-comedy-community-indie-tv-tickets-1997645366065. More info @fossilfuelcafesitcom on Instagram.
The City of Lawrenceville’s is hosting CULTURA Festival, for the fifth year in a row. It's a two-day event featuring music, food, and art. Free. More info here.
A yearly celebration marking the relationship between Japan and the United States in the Southeastern region. The two day festival features Japanese cuisine, vendors, and a variety of performances like […]
Salsa on the Square 2026 returns to the newly renovated, historic Decatur Square, bringing the city back together for another unforgettable night of music, dance, and community celebration.
As part of its annual RAÍCES programming, nonprofit Nuestra Creación and Dad’s Garage present ¡RISAS Y MÁS!, a special fundraising celebration in collaboration with La Comedia 404, a Latin-led comedy […]
Want to submit an event to the calendar? Send us an email to fiza@285south.com with all of the event information, including date(s), time, venue, and ticket link.
