Top 3 Analog Experiences in Atlanta To Beat Digital Burnout 

By Noah Carruth & Lauren Graham

Digital Burnout

Over the years, we’ve seen how technology has impacted and improved our lives. When it comes to connectivity and convenience, technology like social media and instant services has made it exceptionally easy to engage with the online community or purchase essentials in little to no time.

However, even with all of technology’s perks, many people experience heavy digital burnout from constantly staring at screens all day. 

Because of this burnout, more and more people are turning away from screens and looking to analog hobbies. Instead of doomscrolling, analog hobbies stimulate your brain and help you connect with others at the same time. These activities range from chess, knitting, and crocheting to reading and even darts. 

While some of these hobbies might not always be 100% screen-free, reconnecting with your physical community and yourself is key to reclaiming your time. To beat digital burnout, we curated a tried-and-true list for you to spend a screen-free night out connecting with friends and the community: 

Flight Club

Located in the heart of West Midtown, Flight Club combines upscale dining with top-notch entertainment for a fun, unforgettable night out. Interactive and perfectly analog, Flight Club features a variety of fast-paced mini dart games using innovative dart technology. 

Each table at Flight Club features an advanced dartboard with dart-scanning technology that keeps score for you and your party. Players can enjoy friendly competition and experience elevated dishes and crafted cocktails alongside their gameplay. Their new fall menu features indulgent Pork Belly Sliders, smoky Charred Eggplant & Garlic Dip, fresh Apple Burrata Salad, and comforting Roasted Squash Flatbread. 

Flight Club’s environment is both elevated and open, where connecting with others and having a great night out is paramount. With dynamic dart games and a curated menu, you won’t even feel the need to check your phone once all night. 

Checkmate Atlanta

For an even more screen-free night, venture over to Park Tavern to experience Atlanta Checkmate Club’s Friday night Tournament. Dubbing itself a ‘modern speakeasy with Atlanta at its core’, the Atlanta Checkmate Club blends connectivity, music, culture, and, of course, chess to bring people together for a stimulating night out. 

The ACC spins the age-old game of chess on its head by using advanced technology to assign players to tables and keep the night running smoothly. Otherwise, the sense of community and engagement between players makes scrolling through your phone pale in comparison.

With their weekly events at different spots around Atlanta, guests can experience the inclusive atmosphere and learn a thing or two about chess, adding to their list of analog hobbies. ACC club members also attest to the inviting and genuine environment. Consistent member Isis notes that “the community is the best part.” 

Undeniably a vibe, Atlanta Checkmate Club is a space where professionals and novices alike can come together and spend a night cherishing face-to-face connectivity. 

Skol Brewing Co.

If you’re looking for an analog activity that’ll unleash your inner Viking, SKOL Brewing Co. in Downtown Atlanta is the perfect place to connect with others and enjoy an immersive, football-themed experience. 

SKOL Brewing Co. is a community-driven brewpub that offers Vikings fans a place to enjoy the game and play interactive games that make them feel like a Viking, too. 

Within their space, the Valhalla Gaming Lounge offers axe-throwing, gaming consoles, and multi-sport simulation suites to bring people together. 

Their Nordic-inspired crafted beers and comfort food feature unique spins on classic bar dishes. To embody a true Viking, a daring bar-goer can complete the Babe Blue Ox Challenge, where you finish the monumental Paul Bunyan burger, a basket of fries, and a SKOL pint in under 10 minutes to get a free T-shirt and a photo for socials.

With its inviting, and immersive atmosphere, SKOL Brewing Co. is both an analog and a Viking fan’s dream.