Free Comic Book Day is Saturday, May 3, 2025. The annual event is noted for giveaways at participating comic shops. This year, the day will feature a community celebration in historic downtown Lawrenceville. The event is held at the Lawrenceville … [Read more...] about Comic Book Day at the Lawrenceville Arts Center: free comics, vendors, panels, more
Festivals
“Roswell Moves” is a family-friendly open street event along Canton Street this Sunday
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 this Sunday
The Johns Creek International Festival provides a taste of the world
Come out for the Johns Creek International Festival and celebrate multi-culturalism with traditional food, music, and art. The festival takes place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Heisman Field in Johns Creek. Admission is FREE. There is ample FREE … [Read more...] about The Johns Creek International Festival provides a taste of the world
The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival features boat races and cultural activities on May 3rd
The 7th annual Acworth Dragon Boat Festival will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Dallas Landing Park, on Lake Allatoona. The festival is FREE to attend. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features teams of people racing in 46-foot … [Read more...] about The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival features boat races and cultural activities on May 3rd
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!
Tucker Day features a parade, festival, and live music on three stages
The 2025 edition of Tucker Day takes place on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., along Main Street in downtown Tucker. You'll find a parade, vendor booths, live music by local artists, an interactive Kids Zone and more. Admission is … [Read more...] about Tucker Day features a parade, festival, and live music on three stages
LAST CALL for Atlanta Fair, closing Sunday
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 LAST CALL for Atlanta Fair, closing Sunday
Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival
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 Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival
The Lawrenceville Boogie is a block party on the Square, coming this Saturday
The Lawrenceville Boogie returns to the Lawrenceville Square on Saturday, April 12, 2025. This is a block-party style street festival that made its debut a couple of years ago. It is FREE to attend. Festival hours are 4 to 10 p.m. Head to the … [Read more...] about The Lawrenceville Boogie is a block party on the Square, coming this Saturday
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
Taste of Spring Festival brings some fun to Olde Town Conyers
The Taste of Spring Festival takes place in Olde Town Conyers on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. It is FREE to attend, and the live entertainment is free. This is a one-day festival. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and activities are spread throughout … [Read more...] about Taste of Spring Festival brings some fun to Olde Town Conyers
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
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
West Ponce Music Stroll: The raindate is now Nov. 16th
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 event was originally scheduled in September. The businesses along West Ponce de … [Read more...] about West Ponce Music Stroll: The raindate is now Nov. 16th
FREE! Lawrenceville Harvest Festival features art market, live music, activities, and more
Head to the Lawrenceville Lawn in historic downtown Lawrenceville on Saturday, November 9, 2024, for Harvest Festival -- where you can celebrate all things autumn! The event takes place from noon to 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend. The one-day … [Read more...] about FREE! Lawrenceville Harvest Festival features art market, live music, activities, and more
Don’t miss the Chomp & Stomp chili cook-off and bluegrass festival in Cabbagetown this weekend
Some people say the annual Chomp & Stomp in Cabbagetown is the most fun fall festival in Atlanta. It's happening on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Entry to the event is FREE. But to taste chili, you'll need an official Red … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Chomp & Stomp chili cook-off and bluegrass festival in Cabbagetown this weekend
Rescue Dog Games and Howl-O-Ween Party in Piedmont Park
The Rescue Dog Games returns to Piedmont Park in midtown Atlanta, on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is FREE. This is a festival for dogs and their humans. It shines a spotlight on the value of pet … [Read more...] about Rescue Dog Games and Howl-O-Ween Party in Piedmont Park
Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw and sample local restaurants’ offerings
Bring your appetite to the 2024 Taste of Kennesaw food festival! The event is happening in downtown Kennesaw on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is FREE. More than 40 different local restaurants will be on … [Read more...] about Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw and sample local restaurants’ offerings
Dia de los Muertos festival in downtown Norcross on Nov. 2nd
Come to downtown Norcross to celebrate Dia de los Muertos on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The one-day festival is FREE to attend. The holiday is typically observed during the first two weeks of November. It's a time to celebrate ancestors and … [Read more...] about Dia de los Muertos festival in downtown Norcross on Nov. 2nd
Day of the Dead Festival at Oakland Cemetery is a family-friendly event on Nov. 3rd
Come to historic Oakland Cemetery for its Day of the Dead Festival. Known in Spanish as Dia de los Muertos, the annual holiday honors the lives of family members who have passed away. The celebration at Oakland takes place on Sunday, November 3, … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Oakland Cemetery is a family-friendly event on Nov. 3rd
The Johns Creek Diwali Festival returns this weekend
The Johns Creek Diwali Festival takes place over two days this year: Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th, 2024. This is greatly expanded from last year's festival, which was just a few hours in duration. This traditional … [Read more...] about The Johns Creek Diwali Festival returns this weekend
The Crafts & Drafts Festival in Smyrna features a beer garden, kids activities, live entertainment
The Smyrna Fall Jonquil Festival has been rebranded as the Smyrna Crafts and Drafts Festival -- which makes a lot of sense, because jonquils don't bloom in fall. The festival takes place on Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27, 2024. … [Read more...] about The Crafts & Drafts Festival in Smyrna features a beer garden, kids activities, live entertainment
Alpharetta Art in the Park returns to Brooke Street Park
Get your arts-and-crafts fix at Alpharetta Art in the Park. Admission is FREE. This outdoor artists market takes place on select weekends from April through October in 2024. The location is Brooke Street Park, located near the charming … [Read more...] about Alpharetta Art in the Park returns to Brooke Street Park
Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival this Saturday
Marietta's HarvestFest is back for 2024! This an annual festival every October. It includes the HarvestFest Arts & Crafts Show, Touch-A-Truck, Scarecrows In The Square, a costume contest, and the Halloween Happenings children's festival. In … [Read more...] about Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival this Saturday
The Magnolia Arts Festival returns to Peachtree City this weekend
The 2024 Magnolia Arts Festival takes place in Peachtree City over the weekend of October 19th and 20th. Festival admission is FREE. You'll find a juried fine art market, a student art exhibit, plenty of great food, a kids activity area, and … [Read more...] about The Magnolia Arts Festival returns to Peachtree City this weekend
Snellville Fall Festival and Halloween costume contest this Saturday
The town of Snellville will hold its 15th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 19th, 2024. The festival takes place on the Snellville Towne Green, from noon to 6 p.m. You'll find arts and crafts vendors on site, lining Oak Rd. in front of … [Read more...] about Snellville Fall Festival and Halloween costume contest this Saturday
Hogansville Hummingbird Festival is a charming, small-town street fest this weekend
The Hogansville Hummingbird Festival is a charming, small town street fest -- and an easy drive for anyone living south of Atlanta. It takes place on Saturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 20th, 2024, in historic downtown Hogansville. This … [Read more...] about Hogansville Hummingbird Festival is a charming, small-town street fest this weekend
Johns Creek Arts Festival: two days of live music + art vendors + food this weekend
The 2024 Johns Creek Arts Festival will return for the 12th year on the weekend of October 19th and 20th. Admission is FREE. You'll find roughly 130 artist booths, showcasing artisans from around the country. Shop for paintings, pottery, … [Read more...] about Johns Creek Arts Festival: two days of live music + art vendors + food this weekend
The Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade is back with some frightful fun this weekend
The Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade will take place over two days on the weekend of October 19th and 20th, 2024. Admission is FREE. Hours for the festival are noon to 8 p.m. on both days. The annual Little Five Points … [Read more...] about The Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade is back with some frightful fun this weekend
FREE: Oakhurst Porchfest features 200+ musical performances this Saturday
Oakhurst Porchfest is back for 2024! The annual music festival takes place on Saturday, October 19th from noon to 7 p.m. During Porchfest, you can wander around one square mile within Oakhurst neighborhood and enjoy one-hour performances … [Read more...] about FREE: Oakhurst Porchfest features 200+ musical performances this Saturday
Brookhaven International Festival is a 2-day event this weekend
An assortment of cultures will be woven together on Saturday, Oct. 19, and Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, to create what will be Brookhaven’s annual International Festival. The festival takes place along the Peachtree Creek Greenway, a paved … [Read more...] about Brookhaven International Festival is a 2-day event this weekend
Loganville Autumn Fest returns to the Town Green with food, vendors, music, kids zone, more
The town of Loganville will host its annual AutumnFest on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The location is the Loganville Town Green, located at 235 Main St., Loganville, GA 30052. You'll find over 175 vendor booths lining Main … [Read more...] about Loganville Autumn Fest returns to the Town Green with food, vendors, music, kids zone, more
The Romanian Festival happens in Lilburn this weekend
Celebrate Romanian culture and taste traditional food at the Romanian Festival this October. The event takes place over two days -- Saturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 2oth, 2024. Festival hours are 1 to 7 p.m. The Romanian Festival takes … [Read more...] about The Romanian Festival happens in Lilburn this weekend
Chalktoberfest is back this weekend, with two days of live music on the Marietta Square
It's a festival that celebrates street art and craft beer! Enjoy a fall afternoon at Chalktoberfest, in the Marietta Square. You can sample craft beers, listen to live music from local artists, eat great food, and watch the work of professional … [Read more...] about Chalktoberfest is back this weekend, with two days of live music on the Marietta Square
The Atlanta Pride Festival & Parade returns to midtown Atlanta this weekend!
Atlanta Pride returns in 2024 as the largest FREE pride festival in the United States. The Pride Festival takes place at Piedmont Park in midtown Atlanta over Saturday, October 12th and Sunday, October 13th. It is FREE to attend and everyone is … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Pride Festival & Parade returns to midtown Atlanta this weekend!
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 2024. The fair will have a 10-day run, from October 3rd to 13th, 2024. There are 41 carnival rides at the fair … [Read more...] about The Cumming Country Fair: Free admission days and ride discounts
The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival features all-day music
The Wire & Wood Alpharetta Music Festival returns to Downtown Alpharetta for 2024! The festival takes place on Friday, Oct. 11th and Saturday, Oct. 12th.Admission is FREE. The 2024 Wire & Wood Festival will showcase more than 30 … [Read more...] about The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival features all-day music
Lilburn Daze is a traditional fall festival this Saturday
The 2024 Lilburn Daze Arts & Crafts Festival will take place on Saturday, October 12th. Admission is FREE. The event takes place at Lilburn City Park, located at 76 Main Street. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is the 52nd year of this … [Read more...] about Lilburn Daze is a traditional fall festival this Saturday
Don’t miss the Old Fourth Ward Fall Arts Festival ths weekend
The Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival is back in 2024, happening over two days on Saturday, Oct. 12th and Sunday, Oct. 13th. It is FREE to attend. Shop the artist booths, listen to live acoustic music, and indulge in tasty treats. There's also an … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Old Fourth Ward Fall Arts Festival ths weekend
The Norcross Art Splash Festival returns with art vendors, food, kids activities, more
The 2024 Norcross Art Splash Festival takes place on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th. It is FREE to attend, just bring your wallet for food and drink -- and shopping! The festival is spread out across historic downtown … [Read more...] about The Norcross Art Splash Festival returns with art vendors, food, kids activities, more