Tucker Parks & Recreation Department has launched a new series of group hikes, known as Just a Walk in the Park. It was previously known as Wild Walks. The walks are FREE to join in and do not require advance registration. They take … [Read more...] about Just a Walk in the Park is a new guided group walk event at Tucker Parks on Wednesdays
Spring
Lilburn Food Truck Tuesdays is a weekly event now, with expanded hours
Lilburn has made big changes to its Food Truck Tuesdays! In past years, the event took place one evening a month at City Park, seasonally from spring to fall. In 2025, Food Truck Tuesday happens every single Tuesday, with expanded hours -- from 11 … [Read more...] about Lilburn Food Truck Tuesdays is a weekly event now, with expanded hours
Henry County’s spring festival features a helicopter egg drop on April 12th
Henry County Parks & Rec department will host a spring festival on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The event begins at 5 p.m., and the Easter egg hunts start at 7 p.m. Everything is FREE to attend. Bring your own flashlight, camera, and a … [Read more...] about Henry County’s spring festival features a helicopter egg drop on April 12th
FREE: The 2025 Marietta Community Egg Hunt features activities for all ages & special needs families
The 2025 Marietta Community Egg Hunt will take place on Friday, April 18th on the Life University Athletic Complex. Hours are 5 to 9 -- there will be egg hunts for children of various ages during this time. See the schedule below. The egg hunts … [Read more...] about FREE: The 2025 Marietta Community Egg Hunt features activities for all ages & special needs families
Where to see dazzling displays of daffodils, cherry blossoms, tulips, and other spring flowers around metro Atlanta
Where to see spring flowers near me Where to see spring flowers in Atlanta The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta -- including daffodils, tulips, azaleas, wildflowers, cherry trees, magnolias, and more. Visit these parks, gardens, … [Read more...] about Where to see dazzling displays of daffodils, cherry blossoms, tulips, and other spring flowers around metro Atlanta
Northeast Cobb Community Egg Drop & FREE photos with the Easter Bunny
The Northeast Cobb Community Egg Drop is a huge event, with thousands of eggs and candy spread across the field and many more dropped from a helicopter. The egg drop takes place on Saturday, April 19th, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids will marvel … [Read more...] about Northeast Cobb Community Egg Drop & FREE photos with the Easter Bunny
The Spring Jonquil Festival returns to Smyrna this April
The Spring Jonquil Festival returns to the Village Green in downtown Smyrna! The festival will take place on Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th, 2025. Admission is FREE and this is a family-friendly event. Here's what you can expect in … [Read more...] about The Spring Jonquil Festival returns to Smyrna this April
The Sandy Springs Artsapalooza Festival is a 2-day event on Easter weekend
The Sandy Springs Artsapalooza festival will take place on April 19th and 20th in 2025 in 2024 -- which is Easter weekend! In a typical year, this two-day event puts an emphasis on local and regional arts and crafts. In addition to 150 artist … [Read more...] about The Sandy Springs Artsapalooza Festival is a 2-day event on Easter weekend
Save the date: Touch-a-Truck a Blackburn Park in Brookhaven on April 12th
This family-friendly Touch-a-Truck event takes place at Blackburn Park on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 11AM to 2PM. It is FREE to attend, and offers opportunities for children to climb in, climb on, view, and explore all types of cars, … [Read more...] about Save the date: Touch-a-Truck a Blackburn Park in Brookhaven on April 12th
The 2nd annual Conyers Book Festival is happening this Saturday
The second annual Conyers Book Festival takes place on Saturday, April 19, 2025 in Olde Town Conyers. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and it is FREE to attend. The festival is held on the grounds of The Book Cellar (located at 951 Rail Road Street) … [Read more...] about The 2nd annual Conyers Book Festival is happening this Saturday
Alpharetta’s On the Green concerts return in 2025, from May to September
Head to downtown Alpharetta this summer for a series of FREE outdoor concerts on the Town Green, near the Alpharetta City Hall. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs. You can pack a picnic meal, or grab a bite from nearby restaurants. Concerts … [Read more...] about Alpharetta’s On the Green concerts return in 2025, from May to September
FREE! The Exploration Expo is in Piedmont Park this Saturday
Come to Piedmont Park on Saturday, March 22, 2025, for the Exploration Expo! This is a family event that marks the grand finale of the Atlanta Science Festival, a two-week celebration of science and technology. The event is FREE and open to the … [Read more...] about FREE! The Exploration Expo is in Piedmont Park this Saturday
Canton’s Garden in the Park festival takes place on May 17th
Head to downtown Canton for the annual Garden in the Park festival. It's happening on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The location is Cannon Park, and the event is FREE to attend. You'll find arts and crafts vendors, plus live … [Read more...] about Canton’s Garden in the Park festival takes place on May 17th
The 2nd annual Chamblee Art Fest is back on Easter weekend
The City of Chamblee now hosts a brand new spring arts festival, inside the Perimeter! The 2nd annual Chamblee Arts Fest takes place on Saturday, April 19th and Sunday, April 2oth, 2025. This is a street festival, with booths lining Peachtree Road … [Read more...] about The 2nd annual Chamblee Art Fest is back on Easter weekend
FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square
The annual Taste of Marietta food festival takes place on Sunday, April 27th, 2025 on the Marietta Square. (It's always the last Sunday in April.) This is the most sensibly priced tasting event we know of. Instead of paying for expensive tickets … [Read more...] about FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square
The Lemonade Days Festival returns to Dunwoody this April
Dunwoody's annual Lemonade Days festival returns in the spring of 2025 for it's 25th year! The five-day event will happen from Wednesday, April 23rd thru Sunday, April 27th, 2025. Lemonade Days Festival hours: Wednesday -- 4 … [Read more...] about The Lemonade Days Festival returns to Dunwoody this April
The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival is on this weekend
Plan a drive out to Conyers for the 42nd annual Cherry Blossom Festival! The 2025 event is scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd and Sunday, March 23rd at the Georgia International Horse Park. Festival hours both days are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don't … [Read more...] about The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival is on this weekend
Shop the ADAC spring sample sale for bargains on home furnishings this week
The Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) is hosting a spring sample sale from March 19th to 21st, 2025. It is open to the public as well as to design industry professionals. This is an opportunity to get steep discounts on high-end and designer … [Read more...] about Shop the ADAC spring sample sale for bargains on home furnishings this week
Rita’s Italian Ice celebrates the first day of spring with a FREEBIE on Thursday
Rita’s Italian Ice is celebrating the arrival of spring by giving customers a FREE cup of its popular Italian Ice, a tradition has been upholding for over 30 years. Just visit any participating Rita's location on Thursday, March 20, 2025 to … [Read more...] about Rita’s Italian Ice celebrates the first day of spring with a FREEBIE on Thursday
Dairy Queen is swirling FREE cones on the first day of spring on Thursday
Each year, Dairy Queen celebrates the Vernal Equinox -- also known as the first day of spring -- by giving away FREE ice cream. This year, spring arrives on Thursday, March 20, 2025. That's the day Dairy Queen fans can enjoy a FREE small vanilla … [Read more...] about Dairy Queen is swirling FREE cones on the first day of spring on Thursday
The Gwinnett County Senior Expo takes place on Tuesday
The Gwinnett County Senior Expo takes place at on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. It is FREE to attend. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds Expo Center. There will be free snacks, free health screenings, and a … [Read more...] about The Gwinnett County Senior Expo takes place on Tuesday
FREE! Try out the “Escape Room Trail” at Mason Mill Park and solve nature riddles
No, you won't be locked in a room! This FREE activity lets you solve nature challenges along the Mason Mill boardwalk, and is patterned after escape-room adventures. The activity is self-guided and you don't need to register -- just show up. It … [Read more...] about FREE! Try out the “Escape Room Trail” at Mason Mill Park and solve nature riddles
The Wing & Rock Fest features two days of live music from tribute bands this weekend
Calling All Foodies and Rockers: Wing & Rock Fest Returns in 2025 The biggest wing and music festival in the South returns to Canton's beautiful Etowah River Park on March 22nd and 23rd, 2025. You'll find this two-day event jam-packed with … [Read more...] about The Wing & Rock Fest features two days of live music from tribute bands this weekend
The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends in March
You don't have to travel to Holland to see fields of tulips this year -- because Yule Forest Farm is hosting its fourth annual Tulip Festival this spring, right here in metro Atlanta. And in 2025, the Tulip Festival happens for four weekends in … [Read more...] about The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends in March
“Roswell Moves” is a family-friendly open street event along Canton Street
Roswell Moves is an open streets initiative, similar to Streets Alive in the city of Atlanta. On Sunday, April 27th, 2025, come out to downtown Roswell to pedal, roll, or stroll, as Canton Street is closed to cars and open for outdoor … [Read more...] about “Roswell Moves” is a family-friendly open street event along Canton Street
How and where to view total lunar eclipse and blood moon in Atlanta over Thursday night
This March, we'll get a chance to witness a total lunar eclipse and a Blood Moon in Atlanta, for the first time since 2022. The total lunar eclipse will begin just before midnight on Thursday, March 13, 2025, but most of it will happen in the wee … [Read more...] about How and where to view total lunar eclipse and blood moon in Atlanta over Thursday night
The “Alive in Roswell” street festival runs monthly from April thru October
Roswell will again host its FREE monthly Alive in Roswell street festival, beginning on Thursday, April 17, 2025 and continuing through the season. The festivals take place on the third Thursday of each month, from 5 to 9 p.m., through October … [Read more...] about The “Alive in Roswell” street festival runs monthly from April thru October
Atlanta Fair is running at old Turner Field
Atlanta Fair, at old Turner Field, is the city's only urban fair! Welcome back to the fair! The Atlanta Fair returns to Old Turner Field for its annual spring run. Of course, we'll keep you updated with all the ride deals and reduced … [Read more...] about Atlanta Fair is running at old Turner Field
FREE! Lunar Eclipse Viewing Party at Mason Mill Park this week
Come to Mason Mill Park to view the full lunar eclipse and Blood Moon with Ranger Jonah! This is the perfect event for night owls -- it takes place from 1:30 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025. The event is FREE to attend. Mason Mill … [Read more...] about FREE! Lunar Eclipse Viewing Party at Mason Mill Park this week
Krispy Kreme: Wear green to get a FREE green-glazed doughnut, Saturday thru Monday
We're all in luck this St. Patrick’s Day! Krispy Kreme is introducing a NEW St Patrick's Doughnut Collection AND ALSO bringing back the green O'riginal Glazed Doughnut. Plus, you can get a FREE donut for St. Paddy's Day -- see the details … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: Wear green to get a FREE green-glazed doughnut, Saturday thru Monday
RaceTrac offers a FREE Red Bull energy drink to help you cope with Daylight Saving Time
RaceTrac and Red Bull are teaming up to give customers an extra boost for Daylight Saving Time. Losing an hour of sleep when we change the clocks can be rough for some people. So RaceTrac, a leading convenience store and fuel retailer, and … [Read more...] about RaceTrac offers a FREE Red Bull energy drink to help you cope with Daylight Saving Time
Enjoy a FREE concert by the Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra this Sunday
The Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra presents a FREE concert on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. It is open to all and takes place at the Innovation Academy Auditorium, located at 125 Milton Ave. The theme of the concert is Set the Stage. It … [Read more...] about Enjoy a FREE concert by the Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra this Sunday
Concerts by the Springs: this free concert series runs May to September
Here's another addition to the Atlanta summer concert season! Concerts by the Springs is a FREE series that is back for 2025. It features just one concert per month from May through September, on Sundays. Seating is on the lawn and is first-come, … [Read more...] about Concerts by the Springs: this free concert series runs May to September
Avenue Shamrock: A FREE St Patrick’s celebration at Avenue East Cobb on March 13th
Bring the whole family to Avenue East Cobb on Thursday, March 13th, 2025, for a St. Patrick's Celebration. Avenue Shamrock is FREE to attend and takes place in The Plaza from 6 to 8 p.m. You can enjoy: Live Music Irish dancers … [Read more...] about Avenue Shamrock: A FREE St Patrick’s celebration at Avenue East Cobb on March 13th
Wear green and join in the St. Patrick’s Lilburchaun Parade at Lilburn City Park this Saturday
Come to Lilburn City Park on Saturday, March 8, 2025 for the Lilburn Leprechaun Parade -- otherwise known as the Lilburchaun Parade. It is FREE to attend, and anyone can participate. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be food … [Read more...] about Wear green and join in the St. Patrick’s Lilburchaun Parade at Lilburn City Park this Saturday
FREE: St. Patrick’s “Luck of the Square” celebration at Colony Square
Colony Square is hosting a fun Irish-themed celebration on Saturday March 15, 2025, from noon to 3 p.m. If you get there early, you can grab some food as you watch the annual Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade, which starts at noon near the intersection … [Read more...] about FREE: St. Patrick’s “Luck of the Square” celebration at Colony Square
The annual “Luck of Avalon” event is a FREE outdoor bash on Friday, March 14th
Avalon is once again putting on its popular annual Luck of Avalon event. The FREE event takes place on Friday, March 14, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. Luck of Avalon is an outdoor event, featuring live music and performances in The Plaza -- so get ready … [Read more...] about The annual “Luck of Avalon” event is a FREE outdoor bash on Friday, March 14th
Join in the St Patrick’s Day shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers & walk in this quirky parade
The city of Conyers has a quirky celebration planned in honor of St. Patrick's Day. The event takes place on Monday, March 17th, 2025. It's all FREE to attend and family-friendly -- so show up and be Irish for a day! You're encouraged to wear … [Read more...] about Join in the St Patrick’s Day shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers & walk in this quirky parade
Gibbs Gardens opens for the season with thousands of dazzling daffodils on display
Gibbs Gardens opens for the 2025 season on Saturday, March 1st. Gibbs Gardens, located just north of metro Atlanta in Cherokee County, has been named one of the top 20 botanical gardens in the country. The beautiful, sprawling garden has … [Read more...] about Gibbs Gardens opens for the season with thousands of dazzling daffodils on display
The Atlanta Science Festival features 100+ FREE citywide events in March
The Atlanta Science Festival takes place from March 8th to 22nd in 2025. This popular festival is returning to its usual format, with over 100 events that build up to the annual Exploration Expo in Piedmont Park. Festival events are designed to … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Science Festival features 100+ FREE citywide events in March
