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LAST CALL: Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival is open at Centennial Olympic Park thru Jan. 5th

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Atlanta's Chinese Lantern Festival is a different take on a holiday light display. It's back for 2019 at Centennial Olympic Park, running from November 22, 2019 through January 5, 2020. An all-new theme is Into the Wild, depicted in 25 large … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival is open at Centennial Olympic Park thru Jan. 5th

Chomp & Stomp chili cook-off and bluegrass festival in Cabbagetown this Saturday

Some people say the annual Chomp & Stomp in Cabbagetown is the most fun fall festival in Atlanta. It's happening this Saturday, November 2, 2019 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 Chomp & Stomp chili cook-off and bluegrass festival in Cabbagetown this Saturday

Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival & Lantern Parade in Roswell this Saturday

This Saturday, November 2, 2019, the city of Roswell will hold it's first Dia de Los Muertos Festival and Parade. It is FREE to attend. The celebration pays homage to the traditional Mexican holiday, which translates as "Day of the Dead" and … [Read more...] about Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival & Lantern Parade in Roswell this Saturday

Brookhaven Arts Festival this weekend

The Brookhaven Arts Festival happens this weekend, October 19th and 20th. It is FREE to attend. The festival takes place on Apple Valley Road, right behind the Brookhaven MARTA Station. There is free parking behind MARTA as well. … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Arts Festival this weekend

Marietta HarvestFest, Halloween Happenings, & Scarecrows on the Square on October 19th, 2019

Marietta's HarvestFest takes place on Saturday, October 19, 2019 in Glover Park on the Marietta Square. It is FREE to attend. Festival hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This festival is several separate events all rolled into one. HarvestFest … [Read more...] about Marietta HarvestFest, Halloween Happenings, & Scarecrows on the Square on October 19th, 2019

Chalktoberfest on the Marietta Square this weekend, October 12th & 13th

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 chalk … [Read more...] about Chalktoberfest on the Marietta Square this weekend, October 12th & 13th

Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade on October 12-13th, 2019

Atlanta Pride returns this week as the largest pride festival in the southeast. While events are spread out over a full week, the Pride Festival and Pride Parade are the highlights of the 2019 celebration. The Pride Festival takes place at … [Read more...] about Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade on October 12-13th, 2019

Candler Park Fall Fest and tour of homes this weekend

Candler Park Fall Fest 2019 takes place on October 5th and 6th. Admission is FREE, and the activities take place around the intersection of Candler Park Drive and McLendon Avenue. This popular street festival includes an artist market, live music, … [Read more...] about Candler Park Fall Fest and tour of homes this weekend

Scarecrow Harvest Festival in Alpharetta this Saturday

This year's Scarecrow Harvest Festival takes place at Brooke Street Park in Alpharetta on Saturday, October 5th. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is FREE to attend. The highlight of the festival is the scarecrow village, featuring more … [Read more...] about Scarecrow Harvest Festival in Alpharetta this Saturday

Little Five Points Halloween Festival and Parade

The 19th annual Little Five Points Halloween Festival takes place on Saturday, October 19th, 2019. Festival hours are noon to 10 p.m., with a parade at 4 p.m. Admission to the festival, live entertainment, and parade is FREE. There will be a … [Read more...] about Little Five Points Halloween Festival and Parade

Discounts: Atlanta Greek Festival opens Friday, runs through September 29th

Atlanta's taste of Greece is back this fall! The Atlanta Greek Festival 2019 opens on Friday, September 27th and runs through Sunday, September 29th. The location is the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation, at 2500 Clairmont … [Read more...] about Discounts: Atlanta Greek Festival opens Friday, runs through September 29th

Sandy Springs Festival & Pet Parade on September 28th & 29th

The Sandy Springs Festival and Pet Parade returns this weekend for two days of fun on September 28th and 29th. The festival takes place in the heart of the city at Heritage Green (6075 Sandy Springs Circle). Admission to the festival is FREE, but … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs Festival & Pet Parade on September 28th & 29th

Street Festival: East Atlanta Strut this Saturday

Come to East Atlanta Village for the 22nd annual Strut this Saturday! The iconic street festival is back for just one day -- it's happening on September 28, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Most of the action takes place near the corner of Flat Shoals … [Read more...] about Street Festival: East Atlanta Strut this Saturday

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

The Decatur Book Festival is happening over Labor Day Weekend

The Decatur Book Festival will take place Labor Day weekend, from Friday, August 30th to Sunday, September 1st, 2019. Much of it is free and open to the public. There are a few events, like the Keynote Address that are free but require a ticket, … [Read more...] about The Decatur Book Festival is happening over Labor Day Weekend

2019 Summer Shade Festival in Grant Park this weekend

It's time for the 17th annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival! This popular festival takes place this weekend, on Saturday, August 24th and Sunday, August 25th, in Grant Park. Festival admission is FREE. August in Atlanta is known for sweltering … [Read more...] about 2019 Summer Shade Festival in Grant Park this weekend

FREE to attend: Taste of Marietta food festival on Sunday, April 28th

The annual Taste of Marietta food festival takes place this year on Sunday, April 28th at the Marietta Square. This is the most sensibly priced tasting event we know of. Instead of paying for expensive tickets upfront, you get FREE admission to Taste … [Read more...] about FREE to attend: Taste of Marietta food festival on Sunday, April 28th

Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival

Enjoy a break from the rain and take a drive out to Conyers this weekend for the 38th annual Cherry Blossom Festival. It's taking place at the Georgia International Horse Park on Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th. … [Read more...] about Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival

Indie Craft Experience’s Holiday Market at Yaarab Temple in Atlanta on December 9, 2018

On Sunday, December 9, 2018, Indie Craft Experience's Holiday Market will take place at Yaarab Temple in Atlanta. I plan to stop by the ICE Holiday Market for a bit, as I'm always on the lookout for gifts for hard-to-shop-for folks on my list. … [Read more...] about Indie Craft Experience’s Holiday Market at Yaarab Temple in Atlanta on December 9, 2018

Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular at Georgia Freight Depot on November 17 & 18, 2018

The Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular is on my short list of places to shop this month. On November 17 & 18, 2018, swing by the Georgia Freight Depot for the Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular. From 11:00 … [Read more...] about Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular at Georgia Freight Depot on November 17 & 18, 2018

Free Fall Jonquil Festival in Smyrna on October 27 & 28, 2018

On October 27 & 28, 2018, the Fall Jonquil Festival will take place on the Village Green in downtown Smyrna. Admission is free, and the festivities include an Arts & Crafts market showcasing the works of 175 artists, children's … [Read more...] about Free Fall Jonquil Festival in Smyrna on October 27 & 28, 2018

Maker Faire Atlanta at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot on October 27 & 28, 2018

On October 27 & 28, 2018, Maker Faire Atlanta will take place at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot. Dubbed the "Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth," Maker Faire Atlanta celebrates all things DIY. From 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Saturday & noon-5:00 … [Read more...] about Maker Faire Atlanta at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot on October 27 & 28, 2018

Free Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival on October 12 & 13, 2018

On Friday & Saturday, October 12 & 13, 2018, swing by Alpharetta for a free Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival. For two days, nationally recognized and local up-and-coming singer-songwriters will perform on multiple stages. Here's … [Read more...] about Free Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival on October 12 & 13, 2018

Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park in Smyrna on September 29 & 30, 2018

If you like to bring your dog, cat, bird, ferret, or other tame & controllable pet everywhere you go, then Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park may be the festival for you: On September 29 & 30, 2018, Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park will take … [Read more...] about Woofstock: Pet Party in the Park in Smyrna on September 29 & 30, 2018

Atlanta Streets Alive Central on Peachtree on September 30, 2018

For the most current year's info on Streets Alive Central, CLICK HERE. Part bike parade, part block party, Atlanta Streets Alive Central will take place along Peachtree Street & S. Broad Street on Sunday. From 2:00 … [Read more...] about Atlanta Streets Alive Central on Peachtree on September 30, 2018

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