Spring is festival season in Atlanta! The Spring Festival on Ponce 2026 takes place on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12. The festival is FREE and open to the public -- and leashed dogs are welcome, too! The Festival on Ponce takes … [Read more...] about Spring Festival on Ponce returns this weekend, running thru Sunday
Festivals
Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest, running thru Sunday
The Acworth Art Fest is back for 2026! This has always traditionally been a vibrant, two-day celebration in Cobb County. Admission is FREE. This year's event will take place on April 11 and 12, 2026, along Main Street in Acworth's historic … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest, running thru Sunday
The Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in Norcross on April 18th
The annual Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in downtown Norcross on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 3 to 10 p.m. It's in the spring this year, rather than in the fall as usual. The festival is centered at Betty Mauldin Park -- … [Read more...] about The Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in Norcross on April 18th
Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is a 2-day festival on Easter weekend, with an egg hunt on Sunday
The Sandy Springs Artsapalooza festival will take place on April 4th and 5th in 2026 -- 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 booths, … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is a 2-day festival on Easter weekend, with an egg hunt on Sunday
The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival: 2 days of free concerts, including Shawn Mullins, Soul Asylum, Max McNown, more
The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival is back for 2026! The full concert schedule is set, and you can view it toward the bottom of this page. Mark your calendar. Save the date. The festival will take place in Blackburn Park … [Read more...] about The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival: 2 days of free concerts, including Shawn Mullins, Soul Asylum, Max McNown, more
The Atlanta Science Festival features 100+ FREE citywide events in March
The Atlanta Science Festival takes place from March 7 to 21, 2026. 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
Join in the St Patrick’s Day shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers & walk in a quirky parade on Tuesday
The city of Conyers has a quirky celebration planned in honor of St. Patrick's Day. The event takes place on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026. 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 a quirky parade on Tuesday
Avenue Shamrock: A FREE St Patrick’s celebration at Avenue East Cobb on Thursday
Bring the whole family to Avenue East Cobb on Thursday, March 12, 2026, 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 Thursday
The West Main Arts Festival returns to Canton on Saturday
The second annual West Main Arts Festival takes place near downtown Canton on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is a street fest that will take place in the developing area of West Main Street, the area between Historic Downtown … [Read more...] about The West Main Arts Festival returns to Canton on Saturday
Head to downtown Norcross for Irish Fest on Saturday
The city of Norcross is hosting Irish Fest on Saturday, March 7, 2026, 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 on Saturday
The annual Atlanta Purim Parade and Festival
It's time for the 32nd annual Atlanta Purim Parade & Festival! The date is set for Sunday, February 22, 2026. 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 … [Read more...] about The annual Atlanta Purim Parade and Festival
The Decatur Arts Festival: 2026 update
NOTE: We've learned that the Decatur Arts Festival is taking a creative pause in 2026. You can find alternative events in our Spring Festival Guide. The Decatur Arts Festival returns to downtown Decatur, live and in person! This … [Read more...] about The Decatur Arts Festival: 2026 update
The Atlanta Christkindl Market is open for the season in Lawrenceville, thru Christmas Eve
Atlanta's Christkindl Market returns in 2025 -- but with a NEW location. Past venues have included Atlantic Station, Centennial Park, and Buckhead Village. Now we're moving north -- to the Lawrenceville Lawn, in Gwinnett County! This … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Christkindl Market is open for the season in Lawrenceville, thru Christmas Eve
The Atlanta Halal Festival takes place at Grant Park this weekend, thru Sunday
The Atlanta Halal Festival, fall edition, takes place on Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23, 2025, from noon to 9 p.m. It is FREE to attend in Grant Park. The two-day event will feature a wide range of food vendors serving … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Halal Festival takes place at Grant Park this weekend, thru Sunday
Scarecrow Harvest: Come see over 150 scarecrows in downtown Alpharetta
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 2025 Scarecrow Harvest … [Read more...] about Scarecrow Harvest: Come see over 150 scarecrows in downtown Alpharetta
West Ponce Music Stroll: free music in downtown Decatur
NOTE: We don't have a 2025 date yet, but will update when we do. Stay tuned! Head to downtown Decatur for the 4th annual West Ponce Music Stroll! It's happening on Saturday, November 16th, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. This is the raindate. The … [Read more...] about West Ponce Music Stroll: free music in downtown Decatur
Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Roswell
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the city of Roswell will hold it's Dia de Los Muertos Festival. It is FREE to attend; just bring your wallet for food and drink. The celebration pays homage to the traditional Mexican holiday, which translates as … [Read more...] about Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Roswell
The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends in March
NOTE: Yule Forest has closed permanently, so this event will not repeat after 2025. Browse our Spring Festival Guide for similar events. You don't have to travel to Holland to see fields of tulips this year -- because Yule Forest Farm … [Read more...] about The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends 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!
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
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
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
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
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
