UPDATE: On August 24th, we learned that the 2022 Food-O-Rama was CANCELED, due to "concerns over staffing as well as safety precautions against COVID or other contagious diseases." See the cancellation announcement on Facebook UPDATE: On … [Read more...] about Update on the 2023 Food-O-Rama food truck festival at Grant Park
Spring
Cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers — tickets start at $8
It's baseball season! If you've never been to minor league game, make time this spring to visit Coolray Field and cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers, the triple-A affiliate team to our Atlanta Braves. A Stripers game is an affordable outing for … [Read more...] about Cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers — tickets start at $8
Join a BeltLine group run / walk every Thursday night, starting at a local brewery
There are lots of opportunities to exercise on the BeltLine! You can participate in FREE weekly group runs and walks, along four different sections of the popular multi-use BeltLine trails. The Run.Walk.Go! meetups happen on Thursday nights. … [Read more...] about Join a BeltLine group run / walk every Thursday night, starting at a local brewery
The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta — daffodils, tulips, azaleas, cherry trees, and more
Where to see spring flowers near me Where to see spring flowers in Atlanta Metro Atlanta is just gorgeous in the spring! So where and when can you see spring flowers in all their dazzling glory? The earliest daffodils start blooming in … [Read more...] about The best places to see spring flowers in Atlanta — daffodils, tulips, azaleas, cherry trees, and more
FREE Hip-Hop Yoga at the Home Depot Backyard on Monday nights
Head to the Home Depot Backyard on Monday nights this summer for a FREE Hip-Hop Yoga class, set to music, from 6 to 7 p.m. The class is suitable for all levels of experience. Bring your own yoga mat, a towel, and water bottle. There is a … [Read more...] about FREE Hip-Hop Yoga at the Home Depot Backyard on Monday nights
Weekly Walking Club meets every Tuesday at Piedmont Park for a free group walk
The Piedmont Park Conservancy hosts a 45-minute group walk each Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. It is FREE to attend and open to the public, so come out for some exercise and camaraderie. The walks alternate on different paths through the … [Read more...] about Weekly Walking Club meets every Tuesday at Piedmont Park for a free group walk
FREE guided history tours in Piedmont Park mark the 200th birthday of Frederick Law Olmsted
The Piedmont Park Conservancy is hosting a series of FREE guided history tours this spring, to celebrate the legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture. The tour schedule and registration info is below. April … [Read more...] about FREE guided history tours in Piedmont Park mark the 200th birthday of Frederick Law Olmsted
FREE: Spring Family Fun Day at the Marietta Educational Garden Center this Sunday
The whole family can enjoy a FREE day of fun this Sunday, Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Marietta Educational Garden Center. The Spring Family Fun Day happens between 2 and 4 p.m. You'll be able to tour the pollinator garden and learn about bees … [Read more...] about FREE: Spring Family Fun Day at the Marietta Educational Garden Center this Sunday
FREE: Dekalb-Peachtree Airport hosts Good Neighbor Day Air Show & Open House
Dekalb-Peachtree Airport, located in Chamblee, will host the Good Neighbor Day Air Show and Open House on Saturday, May 14, 2022. The event hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gates will open at 9 a.m. for the Open House. You'll find vendors, food, … [Read more...] about FREE: Dekalb-Peachtree Airport hosts Good Neighbor Day Air Show & Open House
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
FREE walking tours by Trees Atlanta, along the BeltLine and intown neighborhoods
Take a stroll with Trees Atlanta! You'll be guided by an expert docent who will point out noteworthy trees and public art, while talking about local history and Atlanta's urban forest. Most of these tours are in the morning -- except, obviously, … [Read more...] about FREE walking tours by Trees Atlanta, along the BeltLine and intown neighborhoods
FREE: Family Fun Earth Day event at South Clayton Recreation Center
WHAT: A FREE and family-friendly Earth Day celebration, featuring: eco-friendly arts and crafts family fun stations with games refreshments Bring an old shirt for a craft! WHEN: Friday, April 22nd, 2022 5 to 7 … [Read more...] about FREE: Family Fun Earth Day event at South Clayton Recreation Center
“Shamrock the Station” is a family-friendly event on St. Patricks Day at Atlantic Station
Head to Atlantic Station on Thursday, March 17th, 2022 for a family-friendly, outdoor celebration of St. Patrick's Day. Shamrock the Station is FREE to attend. The activities start at 2 p.m. and go on till 8 p.m. You'll find exciting … [Read more...] about “Shamrock the Station” is a family-friendly event on St. Patricks Day at Atlantic Station
The Braves Trophy Tour: Where to see the World Championship trophy this spring
The Atlanta Braves are taking the 2021 World Series Trophy on tour! There will be 151 trophy tour stops, to commemorate 151 years of Braves Baseball. The tour will include stops in metro Atlanta, other locales in Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, … [Read more...] about The Braves Trophy Tour: Where to see the World Championship trophy this spring
Red’s Beer Garden hosts International Women’s Day Tap Takeover this week
For the week of March 8th, women are taking over the taps at Red’s Beer Garden in honor of International Women’s Day. The six featured craft beers on tap will all be either brewed or owned by women. Red’s Beer Garden is hosting this tap takeover … [Read more...] about Red’s Beer Garden hosts International Women’s Day Tap Takeover this week
Trees Atlanta holds a native plant sale on two weekends in April
It’s spring planting time! Come to Trees Atlanta's annual Native Plant Sale on two Saturdays, April 2nd & 9th, 2022. Over 100 varieties of native perennials, grasses, shrubs, edibles, and tree-friendly vines will be available for purchase. The … [Read more...] about Trees Atlanta holds a native plant sale on two weekends in April
Mardis Gras sip-and-stroll event at Avalon — live music, swag, food & drink specials
Shop, sip, and stroll Avalon this Mardi Gras Tuesday! The event and live entertainment are FREE, but bring your wallet for food and drink. The Boulevard will become Bourbon Street, with jazzy tunes and specialty drinks during Avalon's annual … [Read more...] about Mardis Gras sip-and-stroll event at Avalon — live music, swag, food & drink specials
LAST CALL for the advance discount on Mardi Gras Streetcar Adventure this Saturday
Put on your Mardi Gras mask and beads, and spend the day exploring downtown Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward on the Atlanta Streetcar. The event takes place on Saturday, February 26, 2022, from noon to 6 p.m. It's a rain or shine event. Costumes … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for the advance discount on Mardi Gras Streetcar Adventure this Saturday
FREE: Celebrate Mardis Gras on the Square at Midtown’s Colony Square
Looking for a happy hour on Mardi Gras? On Tuesday, March 1, 2022, you can celebrate during Mardis Gras on the Square, happening at Colony Square in midtown. From 5 to 7 p.m., The Plaza at Colony Square will be transformed into Bourbon Street -- … [Read more...] about FREE: Celebrate Mardis Gras on the Square at Midtown’s Colony Square
Rent an RV for vacation travel this year
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Rent an RV for summer travel, as extra housing for family and guests, or as a spare office for working from home or on the road. An RV lets you enjoy a much-needed vacation while avoiding crowds and public spaces. Sponsored by … [Read more...] about Rent an RV for vacation travel this year
HUGE DISCOUNTS for the Garden Bros. Circus at Mall of Georgia this weekend
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The circus is coming to town! The Garden Bros. Circus will be at the Mall of Georgia from October 21 to 24, 2021. Showtimes are: Thursday, Oct. 21st -- 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22nd -- 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23rd … [Read more...] about HUGE DISCOUNTS for the Garden Bros. Circus at Mall of Georgia this weekend
Sunday Funday spring market at Cultured South this weekend
Come to Atlanta's West End on any Sunday afternoon in March for a fun shopping experience. The Sunday Funday markets take place from 1 to 5 p.m. on every Sunday from now through August 29th. To double-check the status of a specific … [Read more...] about Sunday Funday spring market at Cultured South this weekend
Spring pop-up market at Avalon features 7 women-owned businesses, thru June 20th
Avalon is currently hosting The Market at Avalon, a six-week pop-up market. You can find all the gifts you need for your springtime celebrations -- graduations, birthdays, Easter, Mothers Day, and more. Or, just buy yourself a springtime … [Read more...] about Spring pop-up market at Avalon features 7 women-owned businesses, thru June 20th
Cobb Master Gardeners 18th annual Garden Tour is this Saturday (save $5 with advance purchase)
Tickets go on sale April 1st for the Cobb Master Gardeners annual garden tour. You can save $5 by purchasing during the pre-sale period. The garden tour takes place on Saturday, May 22nd, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is self-guided and you move at … [Read more...] about Cobb Master Gardeners 18th annual Garden Tour is this Saturday (save $5 with advance purchase)
BUY LOCAL: The Noire Shoppes pop-up market is back this weekend
Has there ever been a better time to buy local and support entrepreneurs and small businesses within our community? The Atlanta Black Business Owners have rebranded as The Noir Shoppes -- and their pop-up shop is back on Saturday, May 1st, 2021. … [Read more...] about BUY LOCAL: The Noire Shoppes pop-up market is back this weekend
East Atlanta Village hosts a spring arts & crafts markets this Saturday
Shop local! Come to East Atlanta Village for this season's socially distant EAV Market and support local business people and artisans. The outdoor events are FREE to attend. They take place at the EAV Community Park, near the Farmers Market … [Read more...] about East Atlanta Village hosts a spring arts & crafts markets this Saturday
Earth Day activities continue thru the weekend & include medication take-back / recycling events
This year, 2021, is the 51st annual celebration of Earth Day, which falls on April 22nd each year. Now that in-person events are returning to Atlanta communities, you may feel like observing Earth Day in some way -- particularly if it gets you … [Read more...] about Earth Day activities continue thru the weekend & include medication take-back / recycling events
Lowe’s: Register for a free butterfly garden kit on Earth Day, April 22nd
Lowe's is launching SpringFest, a month-long home and garden experience, in April, 2021. The celebration will include in-store demos, online skills sessions, and four FREE Garden-to-Go kits. You can reserve each family-friendly activity kit one … [Read more...] about Lowe’s: Register for a free butterfly garden kit on Earth Day, April 22nd
Dunwoody’s Spring Fling is a limited capacity event – tickets are still available
Spring Fling: Fun at the Farm is a new event for 2021. It will take the place of Dunwoody's Lemonade Days spring festival, which is postponed until August this year. The Spring Fling takes place at the Donaldson-Bannister Farm, rain or shine, on … [Read more...] about Dunwoody’s Spring Fling is a limited capacity event – tickets are still available
FREE pics with Easter Bunny + egg hunt at Avenue East Cobb
Come out for a FREE spring festival and Easter celebration on Wednesday, April 14th, 2021. The family-friendly event happens from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Avenue East Cobb. The highlight of the festival is an imaginative contact-less Easter … [Read more...] about FREE pics with Easter Bunny + egg hunt at Avenue East Cobb
Tucker Spring Expo this Saturday: arts and crafts, vintage items, music, food, more
The Tucker Spring Expo takes place on Saturday, March 27th, 2021. This is an outdoor market, featuring vendors of many types, as well as food and live music. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit the Facebook event page The location is the … [Read more...] about Tucker Spring Expo this Saturday: arts and crafts, vintage items, music, food, more
Cobb County hosts drive-thru Easter Bunny Egg-venture at four locations on Saturday
Load up the kids and head out in the car to visit the Easter Bunny! On Saturday, March 27th, Cobb County will host a fun Easter drive-thru event at four locations. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Easter Bunny plus the Candy Fairy will be … [Read more...] about Cobb County hosts drive-thru Easter Bunny Egg-venture at four locations on Saturday
Acworth Art Fest
For info on the current year's Art Fest, click here. Updated on 5/15/2020 The Art Fest has been postponed. It will take place on July 18 and 19, 2020. The Acworth Art Fest is a vibrant, two-day celebration in Cobb County. This year's event … [Read more...] about Acworth Art Fest
2nd annual St. Patrick Swayze Day at Atlanta Brewing Company
If you’re tired of green beer and leprechauns, do something different this year and celebrate Saint Patrick Swayze Day at Atlanta Brewing Company. The event takes place on Sunday, March 16th from 12:30 to 6 p.m. It is FREE to … [Read more...] about 2nd annual St. Patrick Swayze Day at Atlanta Brewing Company
Taste of Discovery Food Truck Festival on March 7th
This is a fun food truck event at Discovery Village at Sugarloaf, with proceeds to benefit the Gwinnett Senior Golden Games. The parking lot of Discovery Village will become a foodie's paradise. Get a taste of specialty dishes straight from many … [Read more...] about Taste of Discovery Food Truck Festival on March 7th
Brookhaven community yard sale on March 7th
When: Saturday, March 7, 2020 from 9 a.m. till noon Where: Briarwood Park (2235 Briarwood Way) Cost: FREE to attend Come and browse for whatever you need to make your life complete! Visit the event page on Facebook You may also be … [Read more...] about Brookhaven community yard sale on March 7th
CANCELED: Avondale Spring Art Walk on April 18th
The city of Avondale Estates will hold its next popular spring art walk on Saturday, April 18, 2020, from 4 to 8 p.m. If you've never been to one, you should know that these events are more like little street festivals than walks. … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Avondale Spring Art Walk on April 18th
FREE concert: Emory University Symphony Orchestra on March 5th
On Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 8 p.m., the Emory University Symphony Orchestra will present a FREE concert. The concert will take place at Emerson Hall, in the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts (1700 North Decatur Rd). You do not need a ticket … [Read more...] about FREE concert: Emory University Symphony Orchestra on March 5th
Duluth Margarita + Taco Festival on May 5th
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in downtown Duluth, at the first annual Margarita + Taco Festival. It's happening on -- when else? -- Sundy, May 5th, from noon to 7 p.m. There will be 40 taco vendors and 12 bars with over 10 different flavored margaritas, … [Read more...] about Duluth Margarita + Taco Festival on May 5th
FREE: Suwanee “Glow in the Park” lantern parade
Lantern parades have really caught on in recent years. This one looks especially fun. Suwanee's Glow in the Park community event will feature a strolling jazz band leading an illuminated pageant of light, music, and color. It takes place on April … [Read more...] about FREE: Suwanee “Glow in the Park” lantern parade
