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Free Things to Do in Marietta

Playgrounds, greenspace, library programs and town square afternoons that cost nothing in Marietta, GA.

By North Metro Family Editors · Published May 14, 2026 · Updated July 20, 2026

Free Things to Do in Marietta

Marietta makes a free family day easy. Between the square, community parks and library programming, you can fill an entire Saturday without opening your wallet once.

Start on the square

The central green is the simplest place to begin: room to run, shade at the edges and food within a block when someone gets hungry.

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Walking path at East Cobb Park in Cobb County, Georgia
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East Cobb Park

Marietta, GACobb County

Popular East Cobb greenspace with playground areas, a walking path and open lawn.

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