6 of the best things you can do in Atlanta this weekend

So you have your NYE plans all set — what else is there to do this weekend in Atlanta?

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The city is filled with activities to keep you entertained, from concerts to sporting events to the ultimate roller skating party. Here are our top picks for things to do in Atlanta this weekend:

Score tickets to an Atlanta Hawks game

Don’t drop the ball! Your end-of-year plans won’t be complete without a stop inside State Farm Arena to watch the Atlanta Hawks snatch a dub.

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Buckets, ankle breakers and immaculate vibes can all be expected from the Hawks’ game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night.

Location: Downtown at State Farm Arena - 1 State Farm Dr; Time: 7:30 p.m.; Date: Friday, Dec. 30; Admission: Starting at $150; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Vibe out to Washed Out

Channel your inner chillwave and head to Terminal West to see Washed Out for two epic homecoming shows. Keep in mind that the NYE set has already sold out, but it looks like a few re-sale tickets are available.

Location: Northwest Atlanta - 887 West Marietta St NW C; Time: 9 p.m.; Date: Friday, Dec. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 31; Admission: $30+; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Experience the ultimate FanFest

Head to Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl’s FanFest at the Georgia World Congress Center on New Year’s Eve from 3-7 p.m. for the ultimate (and indoors) fan experience. There will be interactive games such as punting, passing, and kicking, obstacle courses, zip lining, and more to prepare fans for the 8 p.m. bowl game — the Georgia Bulldogs against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Location: Downtown at Georgia World Congress Center Hall C - 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW; Time: 3-7 p.m.; Date: Saturday, Dec. 31; Admission: $10; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Spend your NYE at the Peach Drop Festival

Atlanta’s beloved tradition returns to Underground Atlanta after a four-year hiatus. Jermaine Dupri, Jagged Edge, YoungBloodZ, Blanco Brown, Drivin n Cryin, and Da Brat will perform at the event.

Location: Underground Atlanta - 50 Upper Alabama St; Time: 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Date: Saturday, Dec. 31 - Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023; Admission: Free; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Step up your shoe game in 2023

If you’re looking for something to spend your Christmas cash on, check out The Sneaker Exit in Gwinnett. This is the ultimate shoe shopping experience, and it focuses on highlighting sneakers and the sneaker culture.

Location: Gwinnett - Gwinnett Convention Center & Arena, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097; Time: 1 p.m.; Date: Sunday, Jan. 1; Website: events.accessatlanta.com

Celebrate the new year at a skating party

It’s time to heat things up!

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Cascade is hosting New Year’s Day Skate Party, so grab your blades and get ready for a night of fun. DJ Avalanche and DJ Master Toby will be spinning all the hits all night long, so round up your crew and get skating.

Location: Northwest Atlanta - 3335 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW; Time: 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.; Date: Sunday, Jan. 1 - Monday, Jan. 2; Admission: $10+; Website: events.accessatlanta.com