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
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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
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
St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this March in downtown Lawrenceville!
The city of Lawrenceville hosts the annual St Paddy's on Perry celebration on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. This family-friendly street festival is FREE to attend. It takes place in downtown Lawrenceville, at McCray's Tavern. St. … [Read more...] about St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this March in downtown Lawrenceville!
Head to downtown Norcross for Irish Fest this weekend
The city of Norcross is hosting Irish Fest on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. It takes place at various spots in the historic downtown area. The event is FREE to attend. You'll find: Live music Traditional Irish dance … [Read more...] about Head to downtown Norcross for Irish Fest this weekend
The West Main Arts Festival returns to Canton on March 1st
The second annual West Main Arts Festival takes place near downtown Canton on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from noon to 7 p.m. This is a street fest that will take place in the developing area of West Main Street, the area between Historic Downtown and … [Read more...] about The West Main Arts Festival returns to Canton on March 1st
The annual Atlanta Purim Parade and Festival takes place on March 9th
It's time for the 32nd annual Atlanta Purim Parade & Festival! The date is set for Sunday, March 9, 2025. The parade is at noon. The festival takes place from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Admission to both is FREE. You'll find dozens of parade … [Read more...] about The annual Atlanta Purim Parade and Festival takes place on March 9th
Alpharetta Art in the Park at Brooke Street Park
NOTE: This event is apparently not happening in 2025. We will update if we find new details. The info below is from a previous year. Get your arts-and-crafts fix at Alpharetta Art in the Park. Admission is FREE. This outdoor artists … [Read more...] about Alpharetta Art in the Park at Brooke Street Park
Daffodil Day at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
UPDATE: We've confirmed this event is not happening in 2025. We hope it will return in 2026! There is no surer sign of spring. It doesn't matter what the calendar says, or when the planets align, or how low the mercury goes. Don't … [Read more...] about Daffodil Day at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
Kennesaw holiday event: Parade, FREE pics with Santa, tree lighting, activities, & holiday market on Saturday
The city of Kennesaw kicks off holiday season on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in the historic downtown district. A Day With Santa takes place from 1 to 7 p.m. The event is FREE to attend and includes: holiday parade live music and entertainment … [Read more...] about Kennesaw holiday event: Parade, FREE pics with Santa, tree lighting, activities, & holiday market on Saturday
Chamblee’s Holiday Hoopla is a family-fun event this Friday
The charming town of Chamblee is pulling out all the stops this holiday season with the return of Holiday Hoopla! Here's what you need to need to know about the 2024 event. The Holiday Hoopla Celebration takes place on Friday, December 6, 2024 … [Read more...] about Chamblee’s Holiday Hoopla is a family-fun event this Friday
Christmas in Crabapple: Tree lighting plus free Santa photos, caroling, cocoa, and more this Saturday
The 12th Annual Christmas in Crabapple event happens on Saturday, December 7, 2024. It is FREE to attend. Hours are 2 to 6 p.m. The quaint holiday celebration takes place in Milton's historic downtown area, at the Broadwell Pavilion. You can … [Read more...] about Christmas in Crabapple: Tree lighting plus free Santa photos, caroling, cocoa, and more this Saturday
Light Up Dunwoody: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, free photos with Santa, and more this Sunday
The annual Light Up Dunwoody celebration takes place on Sunday, November 17, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It is FREE to attend and very family-friendly. Light up Dunwoody will take place at the Shops of Dunwoody, located at 5468 Chamblee Dunwoody … [Read more...] about Light Up Dunwoody: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, free photos with Santa, and more this Sunday
The Georgia Apple Festival is running now — plus pick-your-own orchards to visit
It may be too early for colored leaves, but there's another reason to head to the north Georgia mountains -- it's apple picking time! The town of Ellijay in Gilmer County is the center of Georgia’s apple-growing region – it produces 600,000 … [Read more...] about The Georgia Apple Festival is running now — plus pick-your-own orchards to visit
The Cumming Greek Festival opens on Friday, runs thru Sunday
The Cumming Greek Festival is back for 2024! It takes place over three days, from Friday, Oct. 18th thru Sunday, Oct. 20th. Admission and parking are FREE. This is said to be the largest ethnic community celebration in Forsyth County. Come out … [Read more...] about The Cumming Greek Festival opens on Friday, runs thru Sunday
Acworth’s annual Halloween JamBOOree is this Saturday
Come out to Logan Farm Park for a spooky good time! The 2024 Acworth Halloween JamBOOree will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be games, rides, food, music, and lots of fun. Wear your costumes! … [Read more...] about Acworth’s annual Halloween JamBOOree is this Saturday
Scarecrow Harvest: Come see over 150 scarecrows in downtown Alpharetta this fall
This year's Scarecrow Harvest is bigger and better than ever. Downtown Alpharetta is overflowing with more than 150 scarecrows from local schools, non-profits, neighborhood associations, local businesses, and more. The 2024 Scarecrow Harvest … [Read more...] about Scarecrow Harvest: Come see over 150 scarecrows in downtown Alpharetta this fall
Trick or Treating at The Forum on Peachtree Parkway on Oct. 26th
Head to The Forum in Peachtree Corners for a FREE trick-or-treating event on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Check-in at The Plaza to pick up your Trick or Treating map & bag, then stop by participating … [Read more...] about Trick or Treating at The Forum on Peachtree Parkway on Oct. 26th
Art on the Chattahoochee returns to Jones Bridge Park this Saturday
Gwinnett Parks will host Art on the Chattahoochee again this year. This intimate arts festival takes place on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from noon to 4 p.m. The location is Jones Bridge Park: 4901 East Jones Bridge Road Peachtree Corners, GA … [Read more...] about Art on the Chattahoochee returns to Jones Bridge Park this Saturday
The Atlanta Fermentation Festival celebrates all things fermented this Sunday
This one-day fest is a celebration of all things fermented -- from kombucha to kraut to beer! It takes place on Sunday, March 10, 2024 from noon to 7 p.m., at the Martin Street Foundry in East Point. The festival is … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Fermentation Festival celebrates all things fermented this Sunday
Frühlingsfest — a German-style spring festival in downtown Avondale Estates
NOTE: We don't have a date for 2024 yet, but we will update as soon as details are released. Frühlingsfest is German for "spring festival" -- and if you love the winter Christkindl Market, you'll love this German-style street festival, featuring … [Read more...] about Frühlingsfest — a German-style spring festival in downtown Avondale Estates
Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit
NOTE: Oakland Cemetery is closed for the month of January in 2024, for construction and infrastructure improvements. However, you can sign up here for the MLK Day of Service on Jan. 15th and help out by planting trees and doing basic work on the … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit
Shop local at the Candler Park Holiday Art Block this Saturday
The Candler Park business district will host its annual holiday Art Block on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from noon to 6 p.m. The one-block area along Candler Park Drive will become a small street festival, featuring local art, jewelry, ceramics, … [Read more...] about Shop local at the Candler Park Holiday Art Block this Saturday
Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival takes place at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody this Sunday
The Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival takes place on Sunday, October 23, 2023 at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody. Admission is FREE. Hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can buy tasting tickets for $1.25 each to get a bite of the competition food. And you can … [Read more...] about Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival takes place at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody this Sunday
Alpharetta PopFest — a FREE fall music festival with food trucks on Oct. 21st
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
FREE: The Marietta Square Artisan Market happens on the Square this Saturday
The Marietta Square Artisan Market is an outdoor market that features local art and hand-crafted items. It takes place on most Saturdays, year-round. Opening day for the season is Saturday, January 7, 2023, according to a Facebook post. The … [Read more...] about FREE: The Marietta Square Artisan Market happens on the Square this Saturday
Music Midtown: Early-bird pricing plus a layaway plan for your tickets (put as little as $25 down)
The popular Music Midtown festival returns to Piedmont Park from Friday, Sept. 15th through Sunday, Sept. 17th, 2023. Tickets go on sale on Thursday, May 18th. In past years, there has been tiered pricing -- with early bird pricing in … [Read more...] about Music Midtown: Early-bird pricing plus a layaway plan for your tickets (put as little as $25 down)
Noshfest features authentic Jewish food, kids zone with inflatables, entertainment, more
NOTE: We don't have info for 2023 yet, so stay tuned! Noshfest is back for the 2022 Labor Day Weekend! Celebrate Jewish food and culture at Noshfest, which takes place on Sunday, Sept. 4th and Monday, Sept. 5th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event … [Read more...] about Noshfest features authentic Jewish food, kids zone with inflatables, entertainment, more
Update on the 2023 Food-O-Rama food truck festival at Grant Park
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
The annual Sprayberry Halloween Jam-BOO-ree and trunk-or-treat event is bigger than ever!
This event is packed full of fall fun and and Halloween treats! The Sprayberry Trunk-or-Treat Jam-BOO-ree takes place on Saturday, October 22, 2022. NOTE that we've confirmed this is the correct date -- it is being reported elsewhere … [Read more...] about The annual Sprayberry Halloween Jam-BOO-ree and trunk-or-treat event is bigger than ever!
Atlanta World Kite Festival & Expo in Piedmont Park this weekend
Let's go fly a kite! On Saturday, October 30, 2021 the Atlanta World Kite Festival returns to the Meadow at Piedmont Park. It is FREE to attend. From 2 to 6 p.m., there will be kite flying, live entertainment, face painting, arts & crafts, … [Read more...] about Atlanta World Kite Festival & Expo in Piedmont Park this weekend
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
FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
The Atlanta History Center is hosting a FREE Day of the Dead Festival, known as Dia de los Muertos in Spanish. The event takes place on Sunday, October 31, 2021, from noon to 5:00 p.m. Capacity is limited, so you'll need to register online for … [Read more...] about FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
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
LAST CALL: Oakland Cemetery’s popular Summer Scramble Scavenger Hunt is ending soon
Looking for outdoor activities in July? Oakland Cemetery's Summer Scramble Scavenger Hunt is perfect for families or groups of friends. It could also be a fun, creative cheap date. And due to its popularity in June, it has been extended for one more … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Oakland Cemetery’s popular Summer Scramble Scavenger Hunt is ending soon
England’s Chelsea Flower Show is a FREE virtual event this year
If you're a gardening aficionado, maybe you've dreamed of attending the Chelsea Flower Show in person, in London. It's a hot ticket, for sure -- the 2019 event had a dress code and the equivalent of a hundred-dollar price tag for a one-day … [Read more...] about England’s Chelsea Flower Show is a FREE virtual event this year
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
Free: MARTA’s 40th anniversary festival and concert this Sunday
MARTA wants you to come out for a festival and concert that celebrates its 40 years of service in Atlanta. The event takes place on Sunday, November 3, 2019 from 2:30 to 7:00 p.m., at MARTA's Avondale Rail Yard in Decatur. It is FREE to … [Read more...] about Free: MARTA’s 40th anniversary festival and concert this Sunday
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
