Weekend Planning

For most college students each weekend begins the same.  A collective of friends gathers together, and racks their brains, trying to find something to do for the weekend. Something that’s a little different from the norm, something that’s fun, and without a doubt and perhaps most importantly, something that’s cost effective. Being adventurous and adding variety to your social life can be a tad difficult, especially when you are on a budget. So, we thought we might help out by providing a few ideas for fun things to do this weekend, without being too hard on your wallet.

Its spring time in Atlanta, which means the Atlanta Fair, has come back to Turner Field.  If the weather permits, you can head over after you classes to enjoy a few rides, and eat some tasty carnival food staples. General Admission is only $5.00, and ride tickets are $1.00 each. For around $10.00 apiece you and a group of friends can go enjoy yourselves, and do something outside of your normal weekend routine. If you are looking to go out and dance, or maybe spend time at a lounge, there are several other inexpensive places for you and your friends to go hangout.

You can close the evening out at Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium, or TheSound Table. Both Sound Table and Sister Louisa’s offer a great sampling of the bourgeoning Atlanta night life scene, which attempts to buck the trends of what we expect when enjoying a night on the town. Sound Table, offers some of the best DJ’s in the city playing a wide range of music that will keep the party going until the wee hours of the morning; While Sister Louisa’s offers a unique atmosphere, with décor that will be the topic of conversation for days to come. 

You can kick off your Saturday night by grabbing a bite to eat at Park Tavern, located right next to Piedmont Park. After 10pm, Park Tavern offers half off on any Sushi Dish! Enjoy great views of the park, and the Atlanta Skyline as you relax with friends before heading out on the town.

After having a solid meal, you might want to head on over to the Graveyard. As The self-described “Sunny place for shady people”, Graveyard Tavern in East Atlanta has been a popular hangout for Atlanta natives and visitors for several years now. Partygoers are able to eat, dance, and enjoy a few cocktails at reasonable prices that won’t break the bank. Not to mention that there are no cover charges.

If Graveyard isn’t quite your style, or you are looking to bounce around a bit with your friends, East Atlanta Village offers several night spots that are in walking distance of one and other. You can stop by East Side Lounge or 529 to dance the night away to some great live music, or to one of their awesome DJ’s.

One of the great things about Atlanta is that there is always something new and exciting to do, as long as you are willing to be a bit daring, and step outside of your comfort zones.