Alpharetta PopFest takes place on Saturday, October 21, 2023. It is a FREE, family-friendly, outdoor music festival at Brooke Street Park. PopFest takes place from 3:30 to 9 p.m. This years artists: 3:30 - 4:30 Rae & The Ragdolls 5:00 - … [Read more...] about Alpharetta PopFest — a FREE fall music festival with food trucks on Oct. 21st
Festivals
Virginia-Highland Winterfest: Jingle Jog, Holiday Parade, Artist Market, & Live Music
Come to the Va-Hi Winterfest on Saturday, December 9th, 2023. Winterfest will begin with a Tour of Lights Block Party on Friday, December 8, 2023 to show off the neighborhood’s most vibrant holiday decorations. Then on Saturday, the day starts with a … [Read more...] about Virginia-Highland Winterfest: Jingle Jog, Holiday Parade, Artist Market, & Live Music
The City of Stonecrest hosts a Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom on Saturday
The City of Stonecrest will host a Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 4 to 9 p.m. It is FREE to attend. The event takes place at the Southeast Athletic Complex, located at 5845 Hillvale Rd., Lithonia, GA 30058. Come to shop … [Read more...] about The City of Stonecrest hosts a Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom on Saturday
FREE! Bring the kids to the annual Touch-a-Truck event in Kennesaw
A parking lot becomes a museum, a playground, and an interactive experience at Kennesaw's annual Touch-a-Truck event. It takes place on Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Touch-a-Truck happens at Adams Park. Admission is FREE. Get … [Read more...] about FREE! Bring the kids to the annual Touch-a-Truck event in Kennesaw
Celebrate Oktoberfest at “Prost on Perry” in downtown Lawrenceville this Saturday
UPDATE: According to this Facebook post, the event has been canceled in 2022, due to the potential for wind and rain from Hurricane Ian. Oktoberfest alert! The City of Lawrenceville is hosting its annual Prost on Perry event, on … [Read more...] about Celebrate Oktoberfest at “Prost on Perry” in downtown Lawrenceville this Saturday
UPDATE on Marietta StreetFest & Classic Car Show
After 30 great years, this event will no longer happen. We're sad to say that 2021 was its last year. The 30th annual Marietta StreetFest brings family fun, live music, arts & crafts, and classic cars back to the historic Marietta … [Read more...] about UPDATE on Marietta StreetFest & Classic Car Show
The Lost Art Music Festival in Douglasville features Americana performances
The 2022 Lost Art Music Festival comes to Douglasville next weekend, on Friday, June 17th and Saturday, June 18th. It takes place at Foxhall Resort, located at 8000 Capps Ferry Road, Douglasville, GA 30135. Douglasville is about 30 minutes west … [Read more...] about The Lost Art Music Festival in Douglasville features Americana performances
Toco Hills Spring Fling — pop-up market, free yoga, live music, free face painting, balloon art
Come to the Toco Hills shopping plaza for a day of fun and FREE family friendly activities. It's all happening on Saturday, May 7th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Hello Spring event will include: Mother's Day Pop-Up Market by Spiller Park … [Read more...] about Toco Hills Spring Fling — pop-up market, free yoga, live music, free face painting, balloon art
Discounts: SweetWater 420 Fest at Centennial Park in 2022
From April 21-23, 2017, the SweetWater 420 Fest will take place at Centennial Park in Atlanta. For three days, you can get your groove on with four stages of live music featuring dozens of bands, including Widespread Panic (four sets over two … [Read more...] about Discounts: SweetWater 420 Fest at Centennial Park in 2022
Norcross fall festival and 150th anniversary celebration, with live music , food, fireworks, and more
The city of Norcross is celebrating its 150th anniversary belatedly, after last year's plans were canceled. Norcross was incorporated in 1870. The festivities are FREE to attend -- just come to Lillian Webb Park on Saturday, October 23, … [Read more...] about Norcross fall festival and 150th anniversary celebration, with live music , food, fireworks, and more
Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
You're early! Our 2021 content is in progress. For now, you can browse last year's offerings -- but please check back soon for the updated details! With Centennial Olympic Park still closed indefinitely, it looks like there will NOT be a Chinese … [Read more...] about Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
Brookhaven Fall Arts Festival
updated on 9/29/2020 This event is canceled for 2020. Info below the line is from a previous year The Brookhaven Arts Festival happens this weekend, October 19th and 20th, 2019. It is FREE to attend. The festival takes … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Fall Arts Festival
UPDATE on the Heritage Sandy Springs Fall Festival & Pet Parade
UPDATED on 9/23/2020 Since there is no new info posted for 2020, it seems this event won't happen this year. Info below the line is from 2019 and is not current. The Sandy Springs Festival and Pet Parade returns this weekend for two … [Read more...] about UPDATE on the Heritage Sandy Springs Fall Festival & Pet Parade
Discounts: Taste of Atlanta this weekend, October 18 to 20, 2019
Taste of Atlanta will take place at Atlanta's Historic Fourth Ward Park from October 18 to 20, 2019. Check out the discount option below! The three-day food festival lets you sample the specialties of 90+ Atlanta restaurants, including food, beer, … [Read more...] about Discounts: Taste of Atlanta this weekend, October 18 to 20, 2019
Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular at Georgia Freight Depot on November 17 & 18, 2018
The Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular is on my short list of places to shop this month. On November 17 & 18, 2018, swing by the Georgia Freight Depot for the Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular. From 11:00 … [Read more...] about Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular at Georgia Freight Depot on November 17 & 18, 2018
Maker Faire Atlanta at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot on October 27 & 28, 2018
On October 27 & 28, 2018, Maker Faire Atlanta will take place at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot. Dubbed the "Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth," Maker Faire Atlanta celebrates all things DIY. From 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Saturday & noon-5:00 … [Read more...] about Maker Faire Atlanta at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot on October 27 & 28, 2018
Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park in Smyrna on September 29 & 30, 2018
If you like to bring your dog, cat, bird, ferret, or other tame & controllable pet everywhere you go, then Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park may be the festival for you: On September 29 & 30, 2018, Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park will take … [Read more...] about Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park in Smyrna on September 29 & 30, 2018
Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park from September 6-9, 2018
From potters & painters to jewelers & woodworkers, the 500+ artists and crafters showcasing their wares at the Yellow Daisy Festival have got you covered if you're looking for a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a gift. The Yellow Daisy … [Read more...] about Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park from September 6-9, 2018
Piedmont Park Arts Festival: August 18 & 19, 2018
Now that it's August, Atlanta is easing its way back into festival season. On August 18 & 19, 2018, the Piedmont Park Arts Festival will take place in Piedmont Park. From 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Saturday and 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on … [Read more...] about Piedmont Park Arts Festival: August 18 & 19, 2018
Decatur BBQ, Blues, & Bluegrass Festival on August 11, 2018
Barbeque, blues & bluegrass is a combination I can get behind: On Saturday, August 11, 2018, the Decatur BBQ, Blues, & Bluegrass Festival will take place at Harmony Park. If you're heading out for the music, here's the main stage … [Read more...] about Decatur BBQ, Blues, & Bluegrass Festival on August 11, 2018
Old Soldiers’ Day Parade & Concert in Alpharetta on August 4, 2018
On Saturday, August 4, 2018, you can join in honoring veterans from all wars at a pair of events in Alpharetta: At 9:15 a.m., head to Roswell Street in downtown Alpharetta for a free concert with the Alpharetta City Band, followed by a Memorial … [Read more...] about Old Soldiers’ Day Parade & Concert in Alpharetta on August 4, 2018
Atlanta Ice Cream Festival at Piedmont Park on July 28, 2018
I scream, you scream, we all scream for the Atlanta Ice Cream Festival at Piedmont Park. From 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 28, 2018, there'll be ample ice cream, plus an ice cream eating competition, health & fitness activities, free … [Read more...] about Atlanta Ice Cream Festival at Piedmont Park on July 28, 2018
Butterfly Festival at Dunwoody Nature Center on August 11, 2018
On Saturday, August 11, 2018, the Butterfly Festival will take place at Dunwoody Nature Center. From 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., you can learn about all manner of critters during the Birds of Prey show, tour the gardens, jam out at Jason's Music Party, … [Read more...] about Butterfly Festival at Dunwoody Nature Center on August 11, 2018
Atlanta’s 4th of July 2018 Celebrations & Fireworks
If you're looking for 2018's 4th of July celebrations, you've got quite a few options in the ATL. A quick reminder: Lenox no longer puts on a fireworks display. But you've got lots of other ways to celebrate the holiday with a bang. Don’t know … [Read more...] about Atlanta’s 4th of July 2018 Celebrations & Fireworks
Decatur Beach Party: Summer in the City on Friday, June 15, 2018
[exp] [/exp]In the mood for a beach party? Head to Decatur on Friday, June 15. Decatur trucked in 80 tons of sand to its historic square to set the stage for the Decatur Beach Party 2018: Summer in the City...Where Beach Meets the Street. From … [Read more...] about Decatur Beach Party: Summer in the City on Friday, June 15, 2018
Tunes from the Tombs at Oakland Cemetery on June 9, 2018
[exp] [/exp]I love this concept--a touch of the macabre + live music = awesome. On Saturday, June 9, 2018, Tunes from the Tombs returns to Oakland Cemetery. It's not free to attend the music festival, but it's fairly cheap to get in--advance … [Read more...] about Tunes from the Tombs at Oakland Cemetery on June 9, 2018
Summerfest in Virginia-Highland on June 9 & 10, 2018
After the chaos of the last week, something like relaxing at Summerfest is exactly what I need…. On June 9 & 10, head to Virginia-Highland for Summerfest 2018. As usual, there'll be a Kidsfest & Artist Market. But quite a few people … [Read more...] about Summerfest in Virginia-Highland on June 9 & 10, 2018
Decatur Arts Festival on May 26 & 27 and Decatur ArtWalk on May 25, 2018
[exp] [/exp]Shopping the Decatur Arts Festival is a Memorial Day weekend tradition for us. On May 26 & 27, 2018, head to Decatur Square for the Decatur Arts Festival. There'll be an Artists Market, live music, theatre and comedy performances, … [Read more...] about Decatur Arts Festival on May 26 & 27 and Decatur ArtWalk on May 25, 2018
Good Neighbor Day Air Show at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport on May 19, 2018
[exp] [/exp]On Saturday, May 19, 2018, head to DeKalb-Peachtree Airport for the Good Neighbor Day Air Show. The event runs from noon-5:00 p.m., and it’s free to attend (though parking will cost you $10/vehicle). Aerobatics always make me a bit … [Read more...] about Good Neighbor Day Air Show at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport on May 19, 2018
Canton Festival of the Arts: May 19 & 20, 2018
[exp] [/exp]If I can squeeze in a trip to Canton this weekend, I'm going to check out this festival: The Canton Festival of the Arts will take place at Brown Park on May 19 & 20, 2018. There'll be plenty to do, including shopping the juried … [Read more...] about Canton Festival of the Arts: May 19 & 20, 2018
Discounts: Marietta Greek Festival on May 18-20, 2018
[exp] [/exp]Yum…I can almost taste the spanakopita now: In the mood for Greek food? The Marietta Greek Festival will take place from May 18-20, 2018. There'll be an Agora filled with Mediterranean wares, live Greek music, costumed folk dancers, … [Read more...] about Discounts: Marietta Greek Festival on May 18-20, 2018
Dunwoody Art Festival: May 12 & 13, 2018
Click here for current year's festival info On May 12 & 13, 2018, you can head out for the Dunwoody Art Festival. Though it's a relatively new addition to metro-Atlanta's mix of festivals, it's a good spot to shop for a whimsical piece of … [Read more...] about Dunwoody Art Festival: May 12 & 13, 2018
Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park at Suwanee Town Center Park on May 5 & 6, 2018
[exp] [/exp]If you like to bring your dog, cat, bird, ferret, or other tame & controllable pet everywhere you go, then this may be the festival for you: On May 5 & 6, 2018, Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park will take place at Suwanee Town … [Read more...] about Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park at Suwanee Town Center Park on May 5 & 6, 2018
Concerts on the Square in Decatur on Saturdays in May 2018
[exp] [/exp]It's May, which means it's time for the spring 2018 season of Concerts on the Square in Decatur. At 7:00 p.m. on Saturdays in May, stop by the community bandstand in Decatur Square to listen to free concerts. Here's the lineup for … [Read more...] about Concerts on the Square in Decatur on Saturdays in May 2018
ARTlanta Fair at Fort McPherson in Atlanta on April 12-15, 2018
[exp] [/exp]From April 12-15, 2018, the the ARTlanta Fair will take place at Historic Fort McPherson. Part art show, part fair, The ARTlanta Fair sounds like a fun way to spend the weekend. There'll be games, rides, fair foods, and food trucks, … [Read more...] about ARTlanta Fair at Fort McPherson in Atlanta on April 12-15, 2018
Indie Craft Experience’s Spring Market at Yaarab Temple in Atlanta on April 8, 2018
[exp] [/exp]On Sunday, April 8, 2018, Indie Craft Experience's Spring Market will take place at Yaarab Temple in Atlanta. I plan to stop by for a bit, as I'm always on the lookout for gifts for hard-to-shop-for folks on my list. From 11:00 … [Read more...] about Indie Craft Experience’s Spring Market at Yaarab Temple in Atlanta on April 8, 2018
Discounts: Atlanta BBQ Festival at Atlantic Station on May 5 & 6, 2018
[exp] [/exp]On Saturday & Sunday, May 5 & 6, 2018, the Atlanta BBQ Festival will take place at Atlantic Station. For two days, you can listen to live music, indulge with eats served up by ATL's BBQ pros, imbibe with bourbon or beer samples, check … [Read more...] about Discounts: Atlanta BBQ Festival at Atlantic Station on May 5 & 6, 2018
Luck of Avalon in Alpharetta on March 16, 2018
[exp] [/exp]On Friday, March 16, 2018, head to Alpharetta for the Luck of Avalon. From 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. you can celebrate St. Patrick's Day with live music, dancing, Irish flair, green beer, & more. North Georgia Pipes & Drums kicks off … [Read more...] about Luck of Avalon in Alpharetta on March 16, 2018
ShamRock the Station at Atlantic Station on March 17, 2018
[exp] [/exp]On Saturday, March 17, 2018, ShamRock the Station will take place at Atlantic Station's Central Park. I went last year, and it's tons of fun. The party starts at 2:00 p.m. with Irish dancing & fun activities for the family. Live … [Read more...] about ShamRock the Station at Atlantic Station on March 17, 2018
The Phoenix Flies = Free Events at Atlanta’s Historic Sites: March 3-25, 2018
[exp] [/exp]I love this event: From March 3-25, 2018, The Atlanta Preservation Center presents The Phoenix Flies: A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites. There’s too much going on for me to give you the complete list, but I can tell you that … [Read more...] about The Phoenix Flies = Free Events at Atlanta’s Historic Sites: March 3-25, 2018