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

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  • Georgia Filipino Town Hall at Kamayan

    Kamayan ATL 5150 Buford Hwy NE Suite A220
    Community

    Join the Tanggol Migrante Georgia group for a community discussion and immigrant Know Your Rights training at this town hall at Kamayan ATL. Food will be provided; a raffle fundraiser […]

  • Clothing Distro & Donations with Amigos de la Comunidad

    1460 Reddington Lane Norcross
    Community

    Bring clothing donations or take home items from Friday’s Amigos de la Comunidad clothing bistro in Norcross. No appointment necessary; distro is first-come, first-serve while supplies last. More info @amigosdelacomunidad.georgia […]

  • Día de los Muertos with El Refugio at Oakland Cemetery

    Oakland Cemetary 248 Oakland Avenue Southeast, Atlanta
    Community

    Join El Refugio at Oakland Cemetery for Día de los Muertos on Sunday, Nov. 1, where you'll find an altar to remember and honor those who have died at the […]

  • “El Regreso” Film Screening and Director Q&A at Emory

    Emory University Rita Anne Rollins Building Room 102 1531 Dickey Drive Atlanta, Georgia, 30322 United States
    Community

    In partnership with the Emory Center for Ethics, Ethics & the Arts Program, the Atlanta Film Society is hosting a free screening of "El Regreso," featuring a Q&A with director […]

  • Refugee Women’s Network Global Feast Under the Stars 2026

    Decatur Legacy Park 500 S Columbia Street, Decatur
    Community

    Celebrate 27 years of empowering refugee and immigrant women with the Refugee Women's Network, the only organization in Georgia that specifically responds to the needs of refugee women and their families. The annual gala is the organization's largest fundraising event, and will feature multicultural cuisine, live music, and powerful storytelling. Registration ends 11:59 PM EDT […]

  • Date Change: Atlanta Arab Festival

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

    The Alif Institute is hosting its annual Atlanta Arab Festival, with live performances, artisan vendors, and food all day Saturday and Sunday. More info here.

  • Asian Student Alliance film screening of “Our Mr. Matsura” at Norcross Library

    Norcross Library 5735 Buford Highway, Norcross, GA 30071
    Community

    Join the Asian Student Alliance at the Norcross Library for a film screening of "Our Mr. Matsura," and learn about Japanese-born photographer Frank S. Matsura, whose work challenged stereotypes during a time of mass forced removal of Indigenous people. RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsu0sY-lMiMMnnSQNNAiBV80lwRLnRBWga5au4Bzn6abGzjA/viewform

  • El Refugio fundraiser: Celebrating 16 years of hospitality

    Be Nice House 511 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
    Civic Engagement

    El Refugio, which supports immigrants detained at Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin and their loved ones, is hosting a fundraiser at the Be Nice House to celebrate 16 years of impact and continue their work in the year ahead. Each $50 ticket includes a meal and one drink. Purchase your tickets at elrefugiostewart.org/nov-7/.

  • Afghan American Alliance of Georgia 5-Year Celebration

    Clarkston Community Center
    Community

    The Afghan American Alliance of Georgia - whom 285 South recently wrote about here - is hosting a fundraising dinner at the Clarkston Community Center to ensure the organization can continue to serve and support its clients into 2027. The dinner will feature a conversation with leaders and partners, Afghan cultural performances, a fashion show, […]

  • Opening Reception of Inner Landscapes: Arab Artists of Georgia exhibit

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

    Join the Alif Institute for the opening reception of "Inner Landscapes," an art exhibition featuring Arab American artists from Georgia exploring memory, place, identity, and the human experience through their work. The reception will include performances, readings, a panel discussion and more. RSVP encouraged via email info@alifinstitute.org.

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.