Here’s the scoop: As July melts away, you can head to Woodruff Park this Friday, July 19th, for FREE ice cream. All you have to do to earn your frozen treat is to donate an item of children’s clothing — like a new pair of socks.
Scoops for Socks will take place during Woodruff Park’s Food Truck Friday event, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event is part of an effort to send local kids back to school with the clothes they need. It is sponsored by Georgia’s Own Credit Union, as part of its yearlong “85 Acts of Kindness” campaign. You can follow the hashtag #85ActsofKindess on social media for announced initiatives that are open to the general public, as well exclusive surprises for members of the credit union.
Woodruff Park is located at 91 Peachtree Street, in downtown Atlanta.
About the venue
Woodruff Park is located at 91 Peachtree Street NW, in the Fairlie-Poplar district. It is bordered by Edgewood Avenue, Peachtree Street, Auburn Avenue, and Park Place.
This six-acre park is a natural gathering space for a diverse cross-section of Atlantans and a key starting point for exploring downtown Atlanta and its surrounding neighborhoods. Surrounding buildings include government offices, commerce, and Georgia State University.
Originally known as Central City Park, Woodruff Park was renovated through a generous donation from Robert W. Woodruff, former president of The Coca-Cola Company. Today, the park offers playgrounds, fountains, and a variety of facilities and services.
The park is patrolled daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., through a partnership between the Atlanta Police Department and GSU Police, making it a very safe venue. The Downtown Clean Team helps with park maintenance.
Each year, Woodruff Park hosts a variety of signature festivals, events and performances, including the WoodRUFF Bark Dog Parade and the annual German Bierfest.
Getting there
Woodruff Park is easily accessible via MARTA bus and rail. Two Atlanta Streetcar stops—Park Place and Woodruff Park—are located in the park. The park is also home to a Relay Bike Share hub.
View detailed MARTA and streetcar transportation options to Woodruff Park.
If you’re using MARTA rail, it couldn’t be easier. The park is located between Five Points Station and Peachtree Center Station.
Five Points Directions
- Take any train to the Five Points MARTA station
- Go to street level and follow signs to the Peachtree Street exit
- Turn left on Peachtree Street and walk about a block
Peachtree Center Directions
- Take a red or gold line train to the Peachtree Center station
- Follow the signs to the Ellis Street at the south end of the train platform
- Exit the fare gates and follow signs to Peachtree Street East
- At street level, turn left on Peachtree Street (toward Residence Inn) to reach the park.
