Oysterfest and Cultural Celebrations: What’s On in Atlanta This Sunday

A Sunday of Shellfish, Spectacles, and Celebrations

Atlanta is buzzing this Sunday, February 22, 2026, with a diverse array of events ranging from large-scale cultural festivals to intimate theater performances. Whether you are looking for a community feast, a shopping excursion, or a world-class stage production, the city offers plenty of ways to enjoy the day. Local residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the mild February weather to explore the various festivities happening across the metro area.

Feasts and Festivals

One of the day’s major highlights is the 38th Annual Steamhouse Lounge Oysterfest. Located at the intersection of Peachtree St. and 12th St. in Midtown, this massive seafood celebration runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. today. Attendees can enjoy buckets of fresh roasted oysters, chargrilled oysters layered with garlic and parmesan, and Lowcountry shrimp boils. The event also features a full lineup of live music performances throughout the day to keep the energy high.

For those looking to celebrate the Year of the Horse, Stone Mountain Park is hosting its fourth annual Lunar New Year Festival today. This Asian-inspired event features cultural craft activities, live entertainment, and a special drone and light show in the evening. Closer to the city, the Atlanta Chinatown Chinese New Year Market is also in full swing from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering authentic Asian food vendors and traditional lion and dragon dance performances at the Culture Center of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office.

Exhibitions and Community Expos

• Atlanta Black Expo: Taking place at the Georgia World Congress Center, this expo concludes today. It showcases a wide range of Black-owned companies and services, providing a great opportunity for community networking and supporting local businesses.
• Atlanta Botanical Garden Flower Show: Today is the final day of "Heirlooms," an indoor competition showcasing artistry in the divisions of Floral Design, Horticulture, Photography, and Botanical Arts.
• Atlanta Contemporary Winter Exhibits: The gallery is open today with several installations, including "Georgia Women to Watch 2026: A Book Arts Revolution," which explores how contemporary women artists are pushing the boundaries of book-based art practices.

Theater and Live Performances

Theater lovers have exceptional choices this afternoon and evening. The Alliance Theatre presents "Duel Reality" at 2:00 p.m. on the Coca-Cola Stage. This production by the world-renowned circus troupe The Seven Fingers blends acrobatics and storytelling in a competition inspired by Romeo and Juliet. For a nostalgic evening, the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre hosts "Dirty Dancing in Concert" at 7:00 p.m., a cinematic live-to-film experience that brings the iconic love story to life with a live band and singers performing the film’s famous soundtrack.

Alternatively, the Apache XLR is hosting a live stage play and showcase of "Queen & Slim" with performances scheduled for this afternoon and evening. This production explores themes of love and resistance through a powerful theatrical lens, offering a reflective end to the weekend.