Showcase Atlanta

Dragon Con is taking over Atlanta this Labor Day weekend.

From September 3–7, tens of thousands of fans, creators, performers and exhibitors will fill downtown for five days of cosplay, gaming, comics, music, art and community.

For local businesses, that means increased foot traffic, extended activity and new opportunities to welcome visitors throughout the weekend. Restaurants, retailers, hotels, transportation providers and personal service businesses should prepare now for the demand ahead.

When major events come to Atlanta, the goal is for them to happen with our city, not just in it.

Atlanta’s August concert calendar is bringing big crowds and new opportunities for local businesses.

Mumford & Sons kicks things off at State Farm Arena on August 4, followed by Olivia Dean on August 22 and AC/DC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 27.

These may be one-night shows, but their impact can extend well beyond the venues. Restaurants, retailers, hotels, transportation providers and other nearby businesses should prepare for increased traffic before and after each concert.

Plan ahead, make it easy for visitors to find you and be ready to welcome new customers all month long.

565 days may feel far away, but getting game-ready starts now.

With Super Bowl LXII coming to Atlanta, local businesses have time to strengthen operations, build visibility and prepare to welcome visitors from around the world.

The countdown is on. Let’s make sure Atlanta’s small businesses are ready for the opportunity!

The World Cup may be over, but football season is already kicking off!

On August 14, the Atlanta Falcons return to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for their first preseason game against the Denver Broncos. Another season means more games, more gatherings and more opportunities for Atlanta’s neighborhoods and small businesses to show up and shine.

One football ends. Another begins. 🏈

The world chose Atlanta, and Atlanta showed up!

Across every match, watch party, activation and celebration, you brought the energy, culture and community that made this moment unforgettable. You welcomed the world, supported local businesses and showed what makes this city unlike anywhere else!

Thank you, Atlanta. The final whistle may have blown, but this is only the beginning! ⚽️❤️

It takes a team to create a celebration where everyone can feel safe, supported and welcome.

Thank you to Mayor Andre Dickens, COO LaChandra Burks, the Atlanta Police Department, Atlanta Fire Rescue, the Atlanta Department of Transportation, the Mayor’s Office of Emergency Preparedness and the Department of Parks and Recreation for helping make A Celebration of Soccer & Sound possible.

Your coordination, care and commitment helped Atlanta come together for an unforgettable day in Piedmont Park.

Atlanta showed up, and the artists brought the sound.

Thank you to Ludacris, Young Jeezy, Pastor Troy, The BoykinZ, FAMU Marching 100 Alumni Band, Red Sample Band, DJ Kash, DJ Florista, DJ Storm, DJ Jay Envy, Rasta Root and every performer who helped turn Piedmont Park into a celebration of Atlanta culture, community and music.

You gave us a soundtrack worthy of the moment. 🎶

A Celebration of Soccer & Sound would not have been complete without the local businesses that brought the flavor, creativity and energy to Piedmont Park!

Thank you to every food, beverage and marketplace vendor who showed up, served the community and helped make the day unforgettable. Supporting Atlanta’s small businesses is always worth celebrating! ❤️

The World Cup Final is here, and there's no better place to experience it than A Celebration of Soccer and Sound at Piedmont Park.

Watch Spain vs. Argentina on the big screen, enjoy live performances including Ludacris, explore local food and merchandise vendors, experience interactive fan activations, and celebrate with fans from across Atlanta and around the world.

📍 Piedmont Park
🕚 Today | 11 AM–8 PM
🎟️ FREE to attend

Bring your friends, wear your colors, and help us close out an unforgettable month of soccer, music, and community. We'll see you there.