Tomato Festivals, Zoo Yoga And Bastille Day: Atlanta This Weekend

ATLANTA, GA — Whether you’re indifferent about tomatoes or absolutely live for the juicy, ripe fruit, there’s no denying that the Attack Of The Killer Tomato Festival is one of the biggest food festivals in the city. And it’s just one of many events taking place this weekend. You can also celebrate Bastille Day with the Alliance Francaise d'Atlanta or channel your inner animal with a Family Zoo Yoga session.

Here’s what else is happening around the city:

Atlanta Comic Con

Neighborhood: Downtown

Kicking off on Friday, Atlanta Comic Con will consist of three days' worth of comic books, toys, cosplay, guest artists and exciting celebrity guest appearances. Tickets to the conference range in price from $30 to $60.

Where: Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Boulevard

When: Friday, July 12, at 12 noon

Family Zoo Yoga

Neighborhood: Grant Park

The idea of your 6-year-old sitting through a yoga class and actually enjoying the experience likely seems absurdly far-fetched, but Zoo Atlanta has created a fun way for both children and adults to enjoy yoga. Their zoo yoga class incorporates animals and their environment to create an enjoyable experience for all. This week's theme for Family Zoo Yoga is Sunrise On The Savanna.

Where: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Avenue SE

When: Saturday, July 13, at 8:30 a.m.

Atlanta Field Day

Neighborhood: Old Fourth Ward

Thanks to the Atlanta Sport And Social Club, you don’t have to travel back in time to your awkward tween days to relive Field Day. Expect classic games like tug of war, relay races and obstacle courses at their Field Day event. There will also be a few, unexpected new games. Be sure to secure a team of eight so you can take part in all the fun.

Where: Historic Fourth Ward Park, 680 Dallas Street NE

When: Saturday, July 13, at 11 a.m.

Splash Saturday

Neighborhood: Downtown

With the heat we've been experiencing in Atlanta as of late, it seems that the only place to really cool down is poolside. Thankfully, the W Downtown frequently opens up their rooftop pool for public events. This Saturday, Wetbar will host Splash Saturday, an “elevated poolside affair.” There will be tunes from a local DJ, as well as Wetbar's signature cocktails.

Where: W Downtown (Wetbar), 45 Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard

When: Saturday, July 13, at 2 p.m.

Drag Queen Story Hour

Neighborhood: Old Fourth Ward

At Posman Books, story time is quite literally a drag. Taking place across the country, Drag Queen Story Hour was created to provide a space where “Kids are able to see people who defy rigid gender restrictions and imagine a world where people can present as they wish, where dress up is real.” This week’s story hour will feature Edie Cheezburger.

Where: Posman Books, 675 Ponce de Leon Avenue NE

When: Saturday, July 13, at 2 p.m.

Bastille Day Atlanta

Neighborhood: Midtown

It will be a full-on French fete this Saturday as the Alliance Francaise d'Atlanta celebrates Bastille Day with a cocktail affair. The ticketed event, which will take place on the Nelson Mullins Rooftop, will boast French cuisine, wine, a rooftop fashion show, live music and much more. A special tribute to the Notre Dame Cathedral is also scheduled to take place.

Where: Nelson Mullins Rooftop, 201 17th Street NW

When: Saturday, July 13, at 7 p.m.

Attack Of The Killer Tomato Festival

Neighborhood: West Midtown

If a juicy, ripe tomato, hearty marinara sauce or bruschetta loaded with fresh tomatoes is your idea of food bliss, then the Attack Of The Killer Tomato Festival is an absolute must. The 11th annual festival will feature tomato-based bites and drinks from a number of chefs and mixologists. There will also be a live auction and live music. You can snatch up a general admission ticket for as low as $75.

Where: Westside Provisions District, 1198 Howell Mill Road
When: Sunday, July 14, at 1 p.m.