06/22/2026
The Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta features a vibrant lineup of summer programming for 2026, highlighted by its signature Puppet Summer Camp, the premiere of the special exhibition Frame by Frame: The Art of Stop-Motion Animation, and live performances of American Tall Tales.
Puppet Summer Camp (June 1 – July 31, 2026)
The Center hosts weekly summer camps tailored to separate age brackets to build creative confidence.
Live Shows & Special Performances
American Tall Tales: Explores classic American folklore legends through dynamic staging throughout June and July.
Pioneers of Puppetry Family Day: Features interactive puppet encounters and hands-on crafts on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Pop-Up Exhibition: Debuts the temporary Stars, Stripes & Strings: Pioneers of American Puppetry showcase.
All-Inclusive Entry: Bundles a performance ticket with museum gallery access and a Create-A-Puppet Workshop™.
Museum Exhibitions
Frame by Frame: Invites visitors behind the scenes of stop-motion animation from June 12 to November 1, 2026.
The Jim Henson Collection: Showcases original, iconic puppets and props from The Muppets and Sesame Street.
Global Collection: Traces the history of puppetry traditions across diverse international cultures.
For tickets and more information visit https://ticketsales.puppet.org/events
The heat is on in Atlanta, and it is HOT! The performances around town are on fire! From plays and musicals to concerts and comedy, Atlanta ShowGuide Magazine will have you feeling fresh and cool. Visit www.atlantashowguide.com to check out our online digital guide, download it to keep up-to-date with everything going on in the performing arts here https://issuu.com/atla.../docs/atlanta_showguide_summer_2026, or find a copy to take home at venues around the city!