Upcoming events in Atlanta

Showing a sample of events for Atlanta (updated July 11, 2026).

Professional Conferences at Emory University Summer 2026

Wed, May 20, 2026 – Wed, Aug 5, 2026

Emory University offers a variety of professional conferences throughout the summer, catering to a wide range of industries and interests. These events provide excellent opportunities for networking, career advancement, and industry learning. Conference Services supports events with top-notch facilities and personalized services, making Emory an ideal venue for professional development.

Emory University, Atlanta, GA

GAMEIS Conference

Wed, Jul 1, 2026 – Fri, Jul 31, 2026

A conference focused on technology and instruction, taking place in Savannah, GA, providing opportunities for professional development and networking in the education technology sector.

Savannah, GA

Ship It Sundays: July 2026

Sun, Jul 12, 2026

Bring your laptop, caffeine, and your latest project as we work together to ship our latest ideas. The meetup will be at South Park Lofts in the Reynoldstown neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. Please support our events by becoming a member of Dirty South AI on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DirtySouthAI/membership

South Park Lofts, 174 Chester Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, US

Advanced Process Safety Management - PSM II

Mon, Jul 13, 2026 – Fri, Jul 17, 2026

This course covers advanced methods of process safety management utilized worldwide for proper management of hazardous chemicals in the workplace.

Global Learning Center, 84 5th Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30308

Advanced Safety Management

Tue, Jul 14, 2026 – Fri, Jul 17, 2026

Gain a deeper understanding of human performance principles, brain centered hazards, safety leadership traits, and how to measure the effectiveness of your safety programs.

Atlanta, GA

International Planning History Society Conference 2026: Atlanta Crossroads

Sun, Jul 19, 2026 – Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Join urban and regional planning scholars and professionals from around the world at the 21st Biennial Conference of the International Planning History Society (IPHS) in Atlanta, Georgia. The conference will feature keynote addresses, scholarly sessions, mobile city tours, shared meals, and informal exchanges focused on planning history, urban development, and related interdisciplinary topics. This event offers excellent opportunities for professional networking, career advancement, and industry learning in the fields of planning, architecture, urban design, history, and more.

Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Knowles Academy Course: Designing & Implementing Engaging Lessons

Mon, Jul 20, 2026 – Wed, Jul 22, 2026

A three-day course from July 20–22, 2026 in Atlanta, GA that equips educators to modify and implement learning experiences promoting deeper conceptual understanding and productive classroom discussions. Participants will apply frameworks to create engaging math and science learning environments.

Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center, Atlanta, GA

Knowles Academy Course: Empowering Students & Communities with Engineering Design

Mon, Jul 20, 2026 – Wed, Jul 22, 2026

A three-day course from July 20–22, 2026 in Atlanta, GA teaching educators to plan and facilitate engineering design challenges that inspire student learning and application of STEM concepts. Participants will develop skills for teaching engineering aligned with NGSS standards.

Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center, Atlanta, GA

Knowles Academy Course: Discipline-Rich Project Based Learning

Mon, Jul 20, 2026 – Wed, Jul 22, 2026

A three-day course from July 20–22, 2026 in Atlanta, GA focused on project-based learning to engage students in complex math and science content through real-world projects. Participants will gain planning frameworks and tools to provide rigorous instruction accessible to all students.

50 Atlanta, GA

Knowles Academy Course: AI Essentials for Educators

Mon, Jul 20, 2026 – Wed, Jul 22, 2026

A three-day course from July 20–22, 2026 in Atlanta, GA focusing on practical applications of AI in teaching practice, lesson planning, and classroom instruction. Participants will engage hands-on with AI tools and strategies to confidently incorporate AI into their teaching.

50 Atlanta, GA

Knowles 2026 Teacher Conference

Mon, Jul 20, 2026 – Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Join STEM educators and leaders in Atlanta, GA at the Knowles 2026 Teacher Conference to discuss teaching practices, strategies, and leadership opportunities. Explore over 25 sessions tailored to teaching needs, be inspired by Ignite Talks, and connect at the Poster Reception showcasing innovative teaching practices and research. Attendees receive a professional development certificate.

Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center, 800 Spring St NW, Atlanta, GA 30308

XPX Atlanta: Due Diligence Deep Dive

Tue, Aug 11, 2026

Deep dive into due diligence processes relevant to business owners and professionals at The Buckhead Club in Atlanta.

3344 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 2600, Atlanta, GA 30326

OpenJS Summit at RenderATL 2026

Wed, Aug 12, 2026 – Fri, Aug 14, 2026

The OpenJS Summit, included with every RenderATL ticket, connects maintainers, contributors, and technical leaders behind the modern JavaScript ecosystem for a dedicated summit of deep technical programming. This summit offers highly technical talks, real-world implementation insights, and direct access to open source leaders shaping the future of JavaScript and web development.

230 John Portman Blvd NW Building 2, Atlanta, GA 30303

RenderATL 2026 Tech & AI Conference

Wed, Aug 12, 2026 – Fri, Aug 14, 2026

RenderATL 2026 is the South’s flagship tech and AI conference for developers and modern builders. It offers workshops, talks, summits, and hands-on sessions across AI, machine learning, web frameworks, testing, design, and leadership. The conference features 80+ elite speakers, 100+ cutting-edge product demos, and attracts over 8,000 technologists. It includes access to the interactive product exhibition hall, career expo, official side events, OpenJS Summit, Atlanta Tech Week A.I. Summit, and the RenderFEST music concert. The event is designed for AI & ML engineers, software developers, architects, engineering & product leaders, UI/UX designers, and DevOps & platform engineers. It is held at 230 John Portman Blvd NW Building 2, Atlanta, GA 30303.

230 John Portman Blvd NW Building 2, Atlanta, GA 30303

SecureWorld Atlanta CISO Connect Dinner - August 2026

Fri, Aug 14, 2026

Join the SecureWorld CISO Connect Dinner in Atlanta for an exclusive networking event tailored to Chief Information Security Officers and senior security leaders. This event offers a unique opportunity to discuss industry challenges, share insights, and build professional connections in an intimate setting.

Atlanta, GA

August Atlanta Leadership Business Conference 2026

Fri, Aug 14, 2026 – Sun, Aug 16, 2026

The International Conference focuses on upskilling leadership capacities, building effective teams, and creating operational leadership structures to drive global change and wealth creation. Topics include leadership effectiveness, global market strategies, digital revenue growth, investments, and future technologies. Network with business leaders from various sectors and receive a certificate of participation and conference materials.

7101 Concourse Pkwy, Douglasville, GA, United States

CVC Q3 Meeting - August 19, 2026

Wed, Aug 19, 2026

Q3 Meeting for corporate volunteer council members to discuss social responsibility initiatives.

TBA, Atlanta, GA

CIOMeet: Atlanta 2026

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

CIOMeet is an exclusive gathering for senior IT executives and CISOs to discuss strategic leadership and cyber risk management. This intimate and interactive event facilitates peer-to-peer networking and problem-solving on enterprise-scale security issues. Scheduled for August 27, 2026, at Fogo de Chão in Dunwoody, Atlanta.

Fogo de Chão, Atlanta, Georgia

2026 Atlanta PPA Challenger Pickleball Tournament

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 – Sun, Aug 30, 2026

Join the 2026 Atlanta PPA Challenger from August 28-30, 2026, in Peachtree City, GA, for a premier pickleball tournament featuring amateur and professional matches played alongside top professionals competing on the Humana Championship Court. This event offers networking opportunities with industry professionals, sponsors, vendors, and attendees in the growing sport market, with vendor and sponsorship opportunities available. Venue: Let's Go Pickleball & Padel, 1001 Moba Drive Suite A, Peachtree City, GA 30269.

Let's Go Pickleball & Padel, 1001 Moba Drive Suite A, Peachtree City, GA 30269

#DragonCon2026

Thu, Sep 3, 2026

DragonCon 2026 is a large-scale conference held in Atlanta centered on professional networking, industry learning, and career advancement in fields such as technology, art, and media. A prime event for adult professionals to connect and grow.

165 Courtland Ave NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, United States

Georgia Bulldogs vs Florida Gators Football Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Fri, Sep 4, 2026

Watch the Georgia Bulldogs face the Florida Gators at the iconic Mercedes-Benz Stadium. A great event for adult professionals to enjoy a thrilling football game while networking in a lively atmosphere.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA

XPX Atlanta: Business Owners Panel

Tue, Sep 8, 2026

Panel discussion featuring business owners sharing insights and strategies at The Buckhead Club in Atlanta.

3344 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 2600, Atlanta, GA 30326

Call & Contact Center Expo 2026

Wed, Sep 9, 2026

An expo dedicated to services in the call and contact center industry, providing networking and learning opportunities for professionals in Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta, Georgia