Planning Your 2026 Trip Now? Start With DeKalb.

Big moments are coming in 2026—and if you’re already thinking ahead, you’re doing it right. Whether you’re traveling for a global sporting event, a major conference, or simply planning the ultimate Atlanta-area getaway, one decision makes everything easier from the start: base your stay in DeKalb County.

Welcome to DeKalb County—Atlanta’s most connected, culture-rich, and experience-packed home base.

Location That Works in Your Favor

DeKalb puts you right where you want to be. With immediate access to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, MARTA rail stations throughout the county, and major interstates, getting around is seamless. You’re minutes from downtown Atlanta, world-class venues, and iconic attractions—without the stress of staying in the middle of the chaos.

Translation? Less time commuting. More time experiencing.

A Global Food Scene—No Passport Required

If food is part of your travel plan (and let’s be honest—it always is), DeKalb delivers in a big way. From the internationally renowned Buford Highway corridor to chef-driven concepts, hidden gems, breweries, and late-night favorites, DeKalb’s dining scene reflects the world.

One meal here can take you across continents.

Stay Options for Every Kind of Traveler

DeKalb offers a wide range of accommodations—from full-service hotels and extended-stay options to boutique-style properties near transit and entertainment hubs. Traveling with a group? Planning a longer stay? Need walkable dining and easy transit? DeKalb has you covered.

And the best part: more space, more flexibility, and often more value.

Culture, Arts & Outdoor Escapes Built In

Between games, meetings, or events, DeKalb gives you room to breathe—and explore.

-Public art, music, and cultural experiences rooted in community
-Green spaces and trails perfect for a reset
-Historic districts, town squares, and creative neighborhoods that feel authentically local
-You won’t just stay in DeKalb—you’ll experience it.

A Smarter Way to Experience 2026

Planning early means better options, smoother logistics, and a trip that actually feels enjoyable. DeKalb offers the ideal balance: connected but calm, global yet local, energetic without being overwhelming.

So if 2026 is already on your calendar, here’s your sign:

Start with DeKalb—and build the rest from there.