How To Plan Your 404 Weekend 2026 In Atlanta
404 Weekend 2026 runs from April 1 through April 5.
If you are coming from inside the city or flying in, planning matters.
This guide breaks it down simply.
Step 1: Know The Schedule
Major public events happen on Saturday, April 4.
Key events include:
- 404 Day Parade on Peachtree Street
- 404 Day Block Party at Underground Atlanta
- 404 Day Festival at the official 404 Day Festival location
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Thursday includes the 404 Scholarship Gala. Friday features 404 City Takeover events across Atlanta.
Check the full 404 Weekend 2026 schedule before you lock in your plans.
Step 2: Choose Where To Stay
If you want to walk to events:
- Midtown works best for the official 404 Day Festival location and Peachtree Street access.
- Downtown gives you easy access to Underground Atlanta.
If you prefer quieter nights, consider West Midtown or Old Fourth Ward.
Step 3: Use MARTA
Traffic on 404 Day is real.
Best stations for 404 Weekend:
- Civic Center for the Parade start
- Peachtree Center for Downtown events
- Midtown for the official 404 Day Festival location
Buying a day pass will make your weekend smoother.
Step 4: Plan Food Stops
Atlanta food is part of the experience.
Before or after events, look at:
- Busy Bee Cafe
- Restaurants near Ponce City Market
- Spots in West End
- Vendors at Underground Atlanta during the Block Party
Support places that reflect the city.
Step 5: Pace Yourself
404 Weekend is five days.
You do not have to attend everything.
Pick your top three must do events.
Leave room to explore.
The best parts of 404 Weekend often happen between events.