Upcoming events uplifting and supporting immigrant & refugee communities across metro Atlanta

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  • Clarkston International Rice Festival

    Clarkston Community Center
    Community

    Join the City of Clarkston for an afternoon celebrating the diverse cultures that make Clarkston unique through food, traditions, and community spirit.

  • Azadi Collective Carrom Tournament and Fundraiser for Palestine and Sudan

    Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. 2645 N Berkeley Lake Rd NW Ste 221, Duluth, GA 30096
    Community

    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 […]

  • Teatro Ilegal x Made in Georgia Night of Comedy, Community & Indie TV

    Mendoza Cafe y Vino 426 Marietta St NW Apt 100A, Atlanta, GA 30313
    Entertainment

    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.

    $10

  • City of Lawrenceville’s CULTURA Festival

    Downtown Lawrenceville Lawn 70 South Clayton Street Lawrenceville GA 30046
    Community

    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.

  • JapanFest Atlanta 2026

    Gas South Convention Center 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth
    Community

    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 in Decatur

    Downtown Decatur 101 E. Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030
    Entertainment

    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.

  • ¡RISAS Y MÁS!: Annual Raíces Latine Comedy, Creativity and Culture Show

    Dad's Garage 569 Ezzard St SE, Atlanta, GA, United States
    Community

    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 […]

  • Our Cut of Salt: Deena Helm in conversation with Trang Thanh Tran at Charis Books

    Charis Books 184 S. Candler Street, Decatur, GA, United States
    Community

    Local bookstore Charis welcomes Deena Helm in conversation with Trang Thanh Tran for a conversation on Helm's debut novel Our Cut of Salt. Helm is a mixed Palestinian writer with work published in @fikra_magazine and @sotospeakjrnl. Her debut novel centers on one family’s ancestral home of Haifa, and is a powerful and intimate look at […]

  • Public Speaking Course for Youth with Alif Institute

    The Alif Institute 3288 Marjan Dr, Atlanta, GA, United States
    Education

    Led by Jad Èvangelo, high school- & college-aged students will build essential public speaking skills through engaging, hands-on activities in a supportive environment. Learn how to organize your thoughts, deliver compelling speeches, overcome stage fright, and connect with any audience. Runs once a month on Saturdays.

  • The Art of Arabic Cooking with Alif Institute Maqlooba Workshop

    The Alif Institute 3288 Marjan Dr, Atlanta, GA, United States
    Food & Drink

    Learn how to make the traditional Middle Eastern comfort food maqlooba with Alif Institute! An experienced instructor will make it easy, approachable, and fun to learn, guiding you through every […]

  • 5th Annual Estamos Aquí Fiesta with Latino Community Fund

    Historic Fourth Ward Skate Park 830 Willoughby Way NE, Atlanta, GA, United States
    Community

    Join the Latino Community Fund in celebrating the 5th Annual Estamos Aquí, an unforgettable day honoring Latinx history, culture, and community. Details at estamosaquifiesta.com.

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.