City of Marietta, Ga., Government

05/29/2026

Do not miss this special Evening With History as part of Celebrating America’s 250th in Marietta!

On June 4, Dr. Matthew Costello of the White House Historical Association will present White House Workforce: Behind the Scenes, sharing the powerful stories of the people who have kept the Executive Residence running through generations.

Through personal narratives and history, this lecture offers a meaningful look at the people behind the scenes and how their experiences connect to the broader American story.

The event is only a few days away, so reserve your ticket today and be part of this special 250th program in Marietta.

(Check first comment for the Marietta History Center ticket link.)

05/29/2026

Due to forecasted severe thunderstorms this evening, tonight’s Glover Park Concert has been CANCELED in the interest of public safety.

All concerts are held rain or shine; however, in cases of severe or life-threatening weather, event schedules may be delayed, postponed, or in this case canceled for the safety of our community.

For ongoing updates, please visit mariettaparks.com or follow Marietta Parks & Recreation on Instagram and Facebook.

05/29/2026

This Week in Marietta: Your City News & Updates

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05/28/2026

A special keepsake for a historic year!

The City of Marietta’s custom, limited edition ornament was designed by Glory Haus, Inc., a Marietta-based business, to commemorate Celebrating America’s 250th in Marietta.

Ornaments will be available for purchase at Glover Park Concerts and online through the City’s museum stores - Marietta History Center and Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum (linked in the first comment).

Find more 250th events and programming at 250inMarietta.com.

05/27/2026

Marietta SoccerFest ’26 is coming to the Marietta Square and Franklin Gateway Sports Complex!

Join us June 12–14 for FREE community watch parties, family fun, soccer activities, and a kids soccer day as Marietta celebrates the game all weekend long.

⚽️ Watch Parties and SoccerFest at the Marietta Square
June 12 | 8-11PM
June 13 | 2-11PM
⚽️ Kids' Gateway to the Goal at Franklin Gateway Sports Complex
June 14 | 3-7PM

Bring your friends, bring your chairs, and experience soccer in the city that’s home to the game!

(Event information linked in first comment.)

05/27/2026

Marietta Theatre Company Revisits Its Roots with 9 to 5: The Musical – A Full-Circle Moment 10 Years in the Making

Marietta Theatre Company, a local nonprofit dedicated to delivering Broadway-style theatrical experiences, heats up the summer with its second show of the 2026 season, the bold, hilarious, and empowering 9 to 5: The Musical, running Thursday, May 28 through Saturday, June 6, 2026.

For more information and tickets, visit: mariettatheatre.com.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

05/23/2026

Beginning Tuesday, May 26, motorists should expect traffic lane shifts and possible delays at the Fairground Street and Morningside Drive intersection during work hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM as the City's Public Works crews complete a necessary storm water drainage repair.

The project is expected to take approximately 10 days to complete, depending on weather conditions. Please use caution in the work zone for the safety of the construction crew, motorists, and others in the area.

05/23/2026

During National Public Works Week, the City of Marietta’s Public Works Department recognized team members who have gone above and beyond in service to our community.

Our incredible staff is one of the many reasons Marietta Public Works is nationally accredited through the American Public Works Association. Of more than 40,000 public works departments in the United States and Canada, fewer than 1% have earned this prestigious accreditation. Marietta is also one of only two fully accredited public works departments in the State of Georgia.

Thank you to the men and women of Marietta Public Works for the important work they do each day to keep our city running strong!

2026 Department of Public Works Award Recognitions:
• Employee of the Year Award - Yared Altaye, Transportation Project Inspector
• Meritorious Service Award - Nick Champion, Streets Foreperson III
• Meritorious Service Award - Jerod Bush, Streets Foreperson III
• Meritorious Service Award - Derrick Tinsley, Streets Foreperson III
• Meritorious Service Award - Chad Hall, Streets Foreperson III
• Meritorious Service Award - Nick Koller, Building Trades Inspector I
• Safety Award - David LeDoux, Traffic Supervisor
• Employee of the Quarter Award - Eddie Miller, Commercial Route Driver I

05/22/2026

On Monday, May 25, 2026, the National Memorial Day Association of Georgia will hold a Memorial Day Ceremony event at 12:00 PM at the Marietta National Cemetery located just of the Square.

For more information or to help place flags at each gravestone ahead of the ceremony, please visit https://www.nmdaga.org/.