It's almost time for the 23rd annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival!This popular festival takes place on Saturday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 24th, 2025, in Grant Park. As always, festival admission is FREE.All entertainment is free as well, … [Read more...] about Summer Shade Festival: Two days of FREE concerts in Grant Park this weekend
Festivals
Cobb International Festival is a culinary and cultural experience this weekend
Cobb County will host the 2025 International Festival on Saturday, August 23rd, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is FREE. The location is Jim R. Miller Park, both outside and inside the event center. The park is located at 2245 Callaway Rd in … [Read more...] about Cobb International Festival is a culinary and cultural experience this weekend
The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival announces music lineup — 30 artists on 6 stages!
The Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival returns to Downtown Alpharetta for 2025! The festival takes place on Friday, Oct. 10th and Saturday, Oct. 11th.Admission is FREE. The 2025 Wire & Wood Festival will showcase more than 30 performances … [Read more...] about The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival announces music lineup — 30 artists on 6 stages!
Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square on Saturday
The fifth annual Pan African Festival takes place on the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Hours are 2 to 10 p.m. The festival celebrates innovation, culture, and economic empowerment. There is also a Childrens … [Read more...] about Fun and culture at the Pan African Festival, returning to the Decatur Square on Saturday
The Duluth Fall Festival: concert, parade, live entertainment, family fun, more
The Duluth Fall Festival & Parade features live music on two stages! The Duluth Fall Festival is back for 2025! The beloved event takes place over two days, on Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th, 2025, on the Duluth Town … [Read more...] about The Duluth Fall Festival: concert, parade, live entertainment, family fun, more
Atlanta Greek Festival is back for its 50th year
The Atlanta Greek Festival features authentic food, arts & crafts, and cultural experiences The Atlanta Greek Festival is back live, in person, and in its traditional festival format for 2025. The 2025 Atlanta Greek Festival opens on … [Read more...] about Atlanta Greek Festival is back for its 50th year
The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival in Kennesaw features free concerts on Friday and Saturday
The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival takes place in Kennesaw at Depot Park on the weekend of Friday, August 15th and Saturday, August 16th, 2025. (This is a new location for 2025.) Admission and entertainment is FREE, but you'll want to bring … [Read more...] about The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival in Kennesaw features free concerts on Friday and Saturday
The Gwinnett County Fair: Free admission offers and ride discounts
Gwinnett County Fair: ticket and ride discounts The 2025 edition of the Gwinnett County Fair opens on Thursday, September 11th and runs through Sunday, Sept. 21st. You can purchase advance tickets NOW, at a discount. Note there is a clear bag … [Read more...] about The Gwinnett County Fair: Free admission offers and ride discounts
Taste of Tucker returns to Main Street with food, live music, kids zone, and more (Oct. 4th)
Taste of Tucker returns to Main Street on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Hours are 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event is FREE to attend -- including live entertainment -- but you'll need to spend money if you want to eat and drink. Tasting booths are … [Read more...] about Taste of Tucker returns to Main Street with food, live music, kids zone, and more (Oct. 4th)
Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square over Labor Day weekend
A Labor Day Weekend tradition! Art in the Park returns to the Marietta Square in 2024. The fine arts festival will run from Saturday, August 3oth through Monday, September 1st, 2025. Admission is FREE. The festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. … [Read more...] about Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square over Labor Day weekend
The 16th annual Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Old 4th Ward Park on Labor Day weekend
The ATL Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Historic 4th Ward Park on Saturday, August 30th and Sunday, August 31st, 2025. The festival will celebrate hip hop culture with entertainment, vendors, and food. Come celebrate Atlanta's contribution … [Read more...] about The 16th annual Hip Hop Day Festival takes place in Old 4th Ward Park on Labor Day weekend
Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night on Friday, with food, entertainment, and free activities
The City of Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night on Friday, August 8, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. The event is FREE to attend and takes place in downtown Duluth. The main stage will light up with performances from around the globe. There will … [Read more...] about Duluth hosts its Multicultural Night on Friday, with food, entertainment, and free activities
Coweta County Fair: Free admission days and ticket discounts in 2025
The 2025 edition of the Coweta County Fair opens on Thursday, September 18th and runs through Sunday, September 28th. It takes place in Newnan. Opening day is a preview of the carnival rides only. There will be food for sale, but no animal … [Read more...] about Coweta County Fair: Free admission days and ticket discounts in 2025
Candler Park Fall Fest features all-day music, Kidlandia, art market, and more
Candler Park Fall Fest takes place on Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th, 2025. Fall Fest admission is FREE, and the activities take place around the intersection of Candler Park Drive and McLendon Avenue. This popular street … [Read more...] about Candler Park Fall Fest features all-day music, Kidlandia, art market, and more
The Decatur Book Festival returns to the Square on Oct. 4th
The Decatur Book Festival will take place on Friday, October 3rd and Saturday, October 4th, 2025. Prior to the pandemic, The Decatur Book Festival was one of Atlanta's signature Labor Day Weekend events, right up there with Dragon Con. It was … [Read more...] about The Decatur Book Festival returns to the Square on Oct. 4th
The Cumming Country Fair: Free admission days and ride discounts
Cumming Country Fair & Festival: free admission days and ride discounts The Cumming Country Fair & Festival returns in 2025. The fair will have a 10-day run, from October 2nd to 12th, 2025. There are over 40 carnival rides at the … [Read more...] about The Cumming Country Fair: Free admission days and ride discounts
Come to Taste of Smyrna on the Village Green on Sept. 6th
Taste of Smyrna takes place in Downtown Smyrna on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend, but bring your wallet for food and drink. Tasting samples range from $1 to $10. There are over 25 restaurants … [Read more...] about Come to Taste of Smyrna on the Village Green on Sept. 6th
The annual Crabapple Fest in downtown Milton is back this October
Milton’s annual Crabapple Fest will take place on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The arts and crafts festival is spread out along Crabapple Road in downtown Milton. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is FREE, just bring your wallet … [Read more...] about The annual Crabapple Fest in downtown Milton is back this October
Have a ball at Riverfest, taking place at Etowah River Park in Canton this September
Riverfest takes place at Etowah River Park in Canton over the fourth weekend in September. This is a classic fall festival with arts and crafts, food, music, and more. Dates are Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th, 2025. Hours are … [Read more...] about Have a ball at Riverfest, taking place at Etowah River Park in Canton this September
Serb Fest features Serbian food and culture, happening this October in Lilburn
The sixth annual Serb Fest takes place over two days in 2025 -- Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th. The location is Saints Peter & Paul Serbian Orthodox Church in Lilburn. You will experience first-hand Serbian hospitality, … [Read more...] about Serb Fest features Serbian food and culture, happening this October in Lilburn
The Blue Stone Arts & Music Festival returns to Sandy Springs, Sept. 26th & 27th
The Blue Stone Arts & Music Festival is a new fall festival, taking place in the City Springs district of Sandy Springs over two days: Friday, September 26th and Saturday, September 27th, 2025. The event features an artist market and live … [Read more...] about The Blue Stone Arts & Music Festival returns to Sandy Springs, Sept. 26th & 27th
Don’t miss the Old Fourth Ward Fall Arts Festival this September
The Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival is back in, happening over two days on September 27 and 28, 2025, It is FREE to attend. Shop the artist booths, listen to live acoustic music, and indulge in tasty treats. There's also an interactive play area … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Old Fourth Ward Fall Arts Festival this September
The East Atlanta Strut promises a Saturday of quirky fun on Sept. 27th
Come out for the East Atlanta Strut! This iconic and oh-so-quirky street festival is back for just one day -- and it's happening on September 27, 2025. This is a porchfest-style party that's spread out across the whole neighborhood -- about 16 … [Read more...] about The East Atlanta Strut promises a Saturday of quirky fun on Sept. 27th
FREE: the Sweet Auburn Music Fest is back with music, food, kids area, vendors, more
The Sweet Auburn Music Fest takes place on Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th, 2025. It is FREE to attend. You can spend the weekend listening to live R&B, Hip-Hop, & gospel music. While you're there, be sure to check … [Read more...] about FREE: the Sweet Auburn Music Fest is back with music, food, kids area, vendors, more
Save the date for the Chamblee Chalk Walk on Sept. 20th
The city of Chamblee hosts its 3rd annual Chalk Walk and Artist Market at Chamblee City hall on September 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This one day festival is a celebration of creativity and community. It is FREE to attend. Watch … [Read more...] about Save the date for the Chamblee Chalk Walk on Sept. 20th
Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett
The City of Lawrenceville will host "Around the World in the DTL" once again in 2025. The FREE, two-day event will feature a diverse selection of food, music, and activities for all ages. Events are spread across two days: Friday, September 12 and … [Read more...] about Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett
The Peachtree Corners Festival is a 2-day event this September
Mark your calendar for the 13th annual Peachtree Corners Festival, coming to the Town Green on September 20 and 21, 2025. The festival is FREE to attend, with plenty of free parking in the parking deck next to the Town Green. It features arts … [Read more...] about The Peachtree Corners Festival is a 2-day event this September
The Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Peachtree City this September
Head to Peachtree City for the annual Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival! The festival takes place on Saturday, Sept. 20 and Sunday, Sept. 21 in 2025. You'll find over 125 booths featuring regional artists and craftspeople, selling … [Read more...] about The Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Peachtree City this September
The Buckhead Fine Arts Festival
The 2024 edition of this outdoor arts festival features 100 vendor booths, including painters, photographers, sculptors, metalworks and more, with artist demonstrations and live music. It takes place in the Buckhead Village business district, … [Read more...] about The Buckhead Fine Arts Festival
Suwanee Fest features an art market, food, a parade, kid zone, all-day concerts, more
Suwanee Fest is an annual two-day celebration, taking place this year on Saturday, Sept. 20 and Sunday Sept. 21, 2025. The festival is FREE to attend and takes place in Town Center Park. It includes nearly 200 vendors and exhibitors, 15 … [Read more...] about Suwanee Fest features an art market, food, a parade, kid zone, all-day concerts, more
The Urban Regatta in Castleberry Hill: save the date to attend or register to compete
NOTE: We don't have 2025 info yet, but will update when we do. The Urban Regatta returns to Castleberry Hill this fall! This one-of-a-kind neighborhood festival takes place on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from noon to 7 p.m. The event … [Read more...] about The Urban Regatta in Castleberry Hill: save the date to attend or register to compete
LAST CALL for Atlanta Fair, closing Sunday
Atlanta Fair, at old Turner Field, is the city's only urban fair! Note: Atlanta Fair announced via Facebook that it will return this fall from Oct. 3 to Nov. 2. But the website has not been updated, and we have not received a media … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Atlanta Fair, closing Sunday
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
Suwanee Taste of BBQ & Music Festival is a family-friendly event
Suwanee Taste of BBQ & Music Festival is a family-friendly annual event. Admission is FREE. It takes place on Saturday, October 11th, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. You'll enjoy live music, Taste of BBQ bites, vendors, and artist market, and … [Read more...] about Suwanee Taste of BBQ & Music Festival is a family-friendly event
Juneteenth on the Marietta Square: Friday block party and weekend cultural festival, from June 13-15
Come to the annual Juneteenth celebration in Marietta Square, hosted by the city of Marietta and the Cobb County branch of the NAACP. It promises to be a glorious celebration, going on all weekend long. Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration … [Read more...] about Juneteenth on the Marietta Square: Friday block party and weekend cultural festival, from June 13-15
City of South Fulton hosts a Juneteenth celebration this Saturday with music, food, kid zone, more
The City of South Fulton has planned a Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 14, 2025. It will include live performances, an arts and crafts fair, delectable cuisine, a kids zone, storytelling, lawn games, and more. The event takes … [Read more...] about City of South Fulton hosts a Juneteenth celebration this Saturday with music, food, kid zone, more
The Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in Norcross on Saturday
The annual Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in downtown Norcross on Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 5 to 10 p.m. The festival is centered at Betty Mauldin Park -- that's where the music stages will be. You can kick back there and relax to … [Read more...] about The Bluesberry & Beer Festival takes place in Norcross on Saturday
Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair: running now thru Memorial Day!
The Yaarab Shrine Circus and Fair is back for 2025. The show runs from Saturday, May 17th through Memorial Day Monday, May 26th, at Jim Miller Park in Marietta. There is also a special sneak peek on Friday, May 16th -- no circus performance, but a … [Read more...] about Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair: running now thru Memorial Day!
The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is happening this weekend
The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is back for 2025! It takes place on May 10th and 11th, 2025. The festival puts a focus on local artists (from Atlanta and other parts of Georgia) and healthy food choices. It is FREE to attend, and dogs on … [Read more...] about The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is happening this weekend
Taste of Alpharetta celebrates the local restaurant scene – PLUS continuous live music!
Taste of Alpharetta takes place on Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 5 to 10 p.m. This annual event is FREE to attend, but you'll need to purchase tasting tickets at the event. This is your chance to dine in downtown Alpharetta at over 60 … [Read more...] about Taste of Alpharetta celebrates the local restaurant scene – PLUS continuous live music!
