Tobe Nwige and Busta Rhymes to headline the weekend celebration Saturday, June 20 – Sundy, June 21
As Atlanta prepares to welcome visitors from around the world for one of the summer’s most anticipated global sporting moments, the Atlanta Beltline will bring the city together throught the Atlanta Beltline Fest on June 20 to June 21.
The dynamic new community event, the Atlanta BeltLine Fest at Pittsburgh Yards, will offer two days of free, family‑friendly entertainment, culture, and community engagement as Atlanta welcomes visitors from around the world during the Summer of FIFA World Cup 2026.
Held alon the Beltline’s newly opened Southside Trail, Beltline Fest will feature live match screenings throughout the weekend, including a featured watch party on Sunday, June 21, or the Atlanta-based Spain vs. Saudi Arabia match.
Designed to uplift Southwest Atlanta and activate one of the city’s most important community developments, the festival will also feature live performances, local vendors, art experiences, wellness activities, and interactive programming for attendees of all ages.
The festival will concluded each day with headline performances by accliamed artists tobe Nwigwe on Saturday, June 20, and Busta Rhymes on Sunday, June 21.
The festival will also include performances by FAMU Marching 100, Mariache Tayde and Seed & Feed Cultural Performance along with a full weekend of DJ programming.
International cultural activations include a chef-led culinary experience with Spain, a community watch party for their national team match and cultural performances and DJ sets from South Africa, including DJ PH, Red Devils Pantsula and Cassper Nyovest. The festival will also feature soccer activations led by Sons of Pitches FC, family friendly programming, local food and retail vendors, nonprofit and community partners and immersive experiences.
Organizers say the event is part of a broader effort to ensure that Atlanta’s global moment also benefits local neighborhoods.
“This festival is about celebrating Atlanta’s culture while investing in the communities that make this city special,” said event organizers. “Pittsburgh Yards is a hub for creativity, entrepreneurship, and community pride, and we’re excited to showcase that during one of the biggest summers Atlanta has ever seen.”
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is arriving at a transfomrative moments for the Atlanta Beltline. Ahead of the global games, the Beltline will reach a major milestone – the long anticipated connection of its Eastside, Southside and Westside corridors. With 18.3 miles of completed paved trail, including 16.7 miles of continuous mainline trail and 1.6 miles of the Westside Beltline Connector Trail, the system will create a more unified experience for residents and visitors exploring the city during the summer celebration.
The selection of Pittsburgh Yards helps ensure surrounding communities can directly participate in the celebration and opportunities generated by the festival. The community site connects more than 11 nearby neighborhoods, including Pittsburgh, Capital View Manor, Peoplestown, capital View, Adair Park, High Point, The Villagea at Carver, Chosewood Park, Oakland City and South Atlanta.
The two‑day celebration will highlight local artists, small businesses, and community partners, offering a platform for residents to shine during a period of heightened international attention.
“As the world comes to Atlanta, we want to make sure our neighborhoods feel seen, supported, and included,” organizers added. “This event is free, accessible, and designed for families — a true celebration of community.”
The festival aligns with ongoing efforts to expand cultural programming along the BeltLine and create opportunities for local entrepreneurs, creatives, and residents to thrive.
