Cobb weekend events include a parade, pickleball and opera

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, November 13 to Sunday, November 15. Be sure to check the information in the provided links to verify time and date, and to check for any changes, cancellations or sell-outs (also for any mistakes that we at the Courier might have made in transcribing the event information … we are not infallible :-).

Friday, November 13 2050 Comprehensive Plan Community Workshop #11 – Open House Venue: Cobb County Civic Center

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. – noon

Address: 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060

Cobb County residents are invited to help shape the county’s future at this community workshop. Participants can share ideas about growth and development as part of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

More information: 2050 Comprehensive Plan Community Workshop

GIS Day Venue: Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Address: 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068

Celebrate Geographic Information Systems with Cobb County’s mapping teams. Visitors can explore maps, attend presentations and meet GIS professionals.

Age range: All ages

Cost: Free

More information: GIS Day

Pickleball Disco Day Party Venue: Ron Anderson Recreation Center

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Address: 3820 Macedonia Road, Powder Springs, GA 30127

Cobb PARKS celebrates its 60th anniversary with a disco-themed pickleball party featuring pickleball and music inspired by the disco era.

Cost: Free; registration required using activity code 58114.

More information: Pickleball Disco Day Party

Habitat Gardening Academy: Fall’s Finest – Blooms, Seeds, and Wildlife Habitat

Venue: Gritters Library

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time: Noon – 1 p.m.

Address: 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta, GA 30066

Learn how late-blooming native plants, seed heads, grasses and garden structures provide food and shelter for pollinators, birds and overwintering insects.

Age range: Adults 18 and older

More information: Habitat Gardening Academy

Silent Night – The Atlanta Opera Venue: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Address: 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339

The Atlanta Opera presents Silent Night , a Pulitzer Prize-winning opera about the Christmas truce during World War I, when opposing soldiers temporarily set aside their weapons.

Cost: cost varies – see event link for more information

More information: Silent Night – The Atlanta Opera

Erased: The Musical Venue: Jennie T. Anderson Theatre

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time: 7 – 10 p.m.

Address: 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta, GA 30060

Presented by Opal Ally, Erased: The Musical tells the story of Tulsa’s Black Wall Street through original music, dance and storytelling.

Cost: $45 general admission; $75 premium seating

More information: Erased: The Musical

Comedy on the Square Venue: The Alley Stage

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time: 8 p.m.

Address: 11 Anderson Street, Marietta, GA 30064

Enjoy an evening of stand-up comedy featuring professional comedians from Atlanta, the Southeast and beyond.

Age range: 18 and older; mature themes and strong language

Cost: Ticket prices vary; two-item minimum purchase per person

More information: Comedy on the Square

Saturday, November 14 American Legion Veterans Memorial 5K Run Venue: Marietta Square

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 7:30 a.m. 5K run/walk/wheelchair event; 8:30 a.m. Tot Trot

Address: 1 Cherokee Street, Marietta, GA 30060

American Legion Post 29 hosts its 12th annual Veterans Memorial 5K to honor veterans and raise funds for local veterans and military families. A Tot Trot is available for younger children.

Cost: Listed registration prices include $40 for the 5K, free Tot Trot without a shirt, and $35 phantom runner option. Check current pricing.

More information: American Legion Veterans Memorial 5K

Marietta Veterans Day Parade Venue: Marietta Square

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 10:40 a.m.; expected arrival at Marietta Square at 11:11 a.m.

Address: Parade begins at Roswell Street Baptist Church and proceeds to Marietta Square, 39–75 East Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060

The annual Veterans Day Parade honors military veterans with marching bands, drill teams, floats, military vehicles and veterans’ organizations.

More information: Marietta Veterans Day Parade

Yoga with HSS at Mountain View Regional Library Venue: Mountain View Regional Library

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. – noon

Address: 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta, GA 30066

The Georgia Vibhaag chapter of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA presents a yoga session featuring gentle postures, breathing exercises and guided meditation. All experience levels are welcome.

Age range: Ages 9 and older

Cost: Free; registration available

More information: Yoga with HSS

Erased: The Musical Venue: Jennie T. Anderson Theatre

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 7 – 10 p.m.

Address: 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta, GA 30060

This original musical production by Opal Ally explores the history and legacy of Tulsa’s Black Wall Street through music, dance and storytelling.

Cost: $45 general admission; $75 premium seating

More information: Erased: The Musical

Comedy on the Square Venue: The Alley Stage

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 8 p.m.

Address: 11 Anderson Street, Marietta, GA 30064

The Alley Stage hosts a weekend stand-up comedy performance featuring professional comedians in an intimate setting near Marietta Square.

Age range: 18 and older; mature themes and strong language

Cost: Ticket prices vary; two-item minimum purchase per person

More information: Comedy on the Square

Sunday, November 15 Silent Night – The Atlanta Opera Venue: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026

Time: 3 p.m.

Address: 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339

The Atlanta Opera presents Silent Night , a Pulitzer Prize-winning opera recounting the Christmas truce of World War I and exploring humanity and compassion during wartime.

Cost: cost varies – see event link for more information

More information: Silent Night – The Atlanta Opera

Erased: The Musical Venue: Jennie T. Anderson Theatre

Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026

Time: 7 – 10 p.m.

Address: 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta, GA 30060

The final scheduled performance of Erased: The Musical tells the story of Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District, known as Black Wall Street, through original songs, dance and dramatic storytelling.

Cost: $45 general admission; $75 premium seating

More information: Erased: The Musical

Events taking place throughout the weekend Tree Jubilee Exhibition Venue: Mable House Arts Center

Dates: November 13–15, 2026, during an exhibition running November 12 – December 11

Time: Listed exhibition hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; confirm weekend opening hours

Address: 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton, GA 30126

The Mable House Arts Center hosts a holiday exhibition featuring decorated Christmas trees and wreaths created by local organizations, community groups and residents.

Cost: Free admission

More information: Tree Jubilee Exhibition

This is just a sampling of things to do this weekend To plan your weekend calendar based on your and your family’s interested, browse the following websites:

Editor’s note: AI was used in the production of this article. To read about how, when and why we make use of AI, read our article “How, When and Why the Cobb County Courier uses AI.”

Cobb weekend events include a parade, pickleball and opera

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