Spring festival season in Atlanta generally kicks off around March first, and continues through Memorial Day weekend -- and then it's summer festival season! This is the most complete list you'll find for spring festivals around the extended metro … [Read more...] about 75+ of the best spring festivals in metro Atlanta: things to do in March, April, and May
Spring Festivals
The Spring Jonquil Festival returns to Smyrna this weekend
The Spring Jonquil Festival returns to the Village Green in downtown Smyrna! The festival will take place on Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th, 2025. Admission is FREE and this is a family-friendly event. Here's what you can expect in … [Read more...] about The Spring Jonquil Festival returns to Smyrna this weekend
The eclectic, always fun Inman Park Festival & Parade is happening this weekend
It's been called Atlanta's "most spirited and eclectic" street festival, and it's our personal favorite here at Atlanta On The Cheap. The Inman Park Festival takes place each year during the last weekend of April -- which is Saturday, April 26th and … [Read more...] about The eclectic, always fun Inman Park Festival & Parade is happening this weekend
FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square on Sunday
The annual Taste of Marietta food festival takes place on Sunday, April 27th, 2025 on the Marietta Square. (It's always the last Sunday in April.) This is the most sensibly priced tasting event we know of. Instead of paying for expensive tickets … [Read more...] about FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival brings delicious fun to the Square on Sunday
The Lemonade Days Festival is running in Dunwoody, through Sunday
Dunwoody's annual Lemonade Days festival returns in the spring of 2025 for it's 25th year! The five-day event will happen from Wednesday, April 23rd thru Sunday, April 27th, 2025. Lemonade Days Festival hours: Wednesday -- 4 … [Read more...] about The Lemonade Days Festival is running in Dunwoody, through Sunday
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
Spend a day at the May-retta Daze Festival, returning to Glover Park this May
Mayretta-Daze is a two-day arts, crafts, and music festival. It typically takes place the first weekend in May, at Glover Park in the historic Marietta Square. In 2025, May-retta Daze will be held on Saturday, May 3rd and Sunday, … [Read more...] about Spend a day at the May-retta Daze Festival, returning to Glover Park this May
FREE! The 2025 Sweet Auburn Springfest is a two-day event
The annual Sweet Auburn Springfest takes place over Mother's Day Weekend, May 10th and 11th, 2025. This is the largest FREE street festival in Atlanta. It promises fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family. Sweet Auburn Springfest is … [Read more...] about FREE! The 2025 Sweet Auburn Springfest is a two-day event
The Georgia Renaissance Festival is open on weekends in April
Eat, drink, and be merry at the Georgia Renaissance Festival, returning to Fairburn, GA, from Saturday, April 12th to Sunday, June 1st in 2025. This is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Atlanta. The festival is open on Saturdays and … [Read more...] about The Georgia Renaissance Festival is open on weekends in April
The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience at Oakland Cemetery, running now
Illumine is an annual after-dark arts event that takes place at Oakland Cemetery this spring. It happens on select nights from April 17 to 27, 2025. Tickets go on sale on February 15, 2025. Illumine is one of those events … [Read more...] about The “Illumine” light show is a magical after-dark experience at Oakland Cemetery, running now
The Duluth Arts Festival features an art market and plenty of family fun
The Duluth Arts Festival returns in 2025 for two days of spring fun! It's taking place on Saturday, May 17th and Sunday, May 18th, on the Duluth Town Green (use 3167 Main St for GPS directions). The emphasis is on both the arts and family fun. … [Read more...] about The Duluth Arts Festival features an art market and plenty of family fun
The 2025 Dunwoody Art Festival takes place Mother’s Day weekend
The Dunwoody Art Festival is a Mother's Day Weekend tradition! It takes place along Dunwoody Village Parkway. As always, festival admission is FREE. It is a rain-or-shine event. The art market is a highlight of the festival. Artisans from … [Read more...] about The 2025 Dunwoody Art Festival takes place Mother’s Day 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!
Save the date for the Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes on May 17th
The 21st annual Kirkwood Spring Fling takes place on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The tour of homes takes place the same day. The festival and art market will be located in Bessie Branham Park (2051 Delano Drive, Atlanta 30317). Festival hours are … [Read more...] about Save the date for the Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes on May 17th
Don’t miss the 2025 Marietta Greek Festival, May 16th to 19th
Be Greek for a day! The 34th annual Marietta Greek Festival happens from May 16 to 18, 2025. The festival takes place at Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, located at 3431 Trickum Rd. in Marietta. NOTE: the 2025 festival is … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 2025 Marietta Greek Festival, May 16th to 19th
FREE: Alpharetta Arts Streetfest is back for Memorial Day Weekend
Spring festivals in Atlanta, things to do in Alpharetta Dedicate part of your Memorial Day Weekend to the Alpharetta Arts Streetfest! The two-day event takes place at Wills Park on Saturday, May 24th and Sunday, May 25th, 2025. Admission is … [Read more...] about FREE: Alpharetta Arts Streetfest is back for Memorial Day Weekend
The 2025 Big Shanty Festival comes to downtown Kennesaw this weekend
The 2025 Big Shanty Festival in downtown Kennesaw is scheduled for the weekend of April 12th and 13th. According to a press release, the Big Shanty Festival will include: Over 250 vendor booths featuring arts and crafts 25 food booths … [Read more...] about The 2025 Big Shanty Festival comes to downtown Kennesaw this weekend
Your complete guide to the 2025 Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
We have a complete list of FREE concerts at the 2025 Dogwood Festival, just below! Dogwood Festival 2023, Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Dogwood Festival Piedmont Park The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is back at Piedmont Park for 2025, right on … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to the 2025 Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest, happening this weekend
The Acworth Art Fest is back for 2025! 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 5th and 6th, along Main Street in Acworth's historic downtown … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest, happening this weekend
Spring Festival on Ponce is happening this weekend
Spring is festival season in Atlanta! The Spring Festival on Ponce 2025 takes place on the first weekend in April. That's Saturday, April 5th and Sunday, April 6th. The festival is FREE and open to the public -- and leashed dogs are welcome, … [Read more...] about Spring Festival on Ponce is happening this weekend
Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival features national music acts
The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival is back for 2025! The headline acts have been announced, but the full music line-up has not yet been finalized. Mark your calendar. Save the date. The festival will take place in Blackburn … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival features national music acts
FREE! The Exploration Expo is in Piedmont Park this Saturday
Come to Piedmont Park on Saturday, March 22, 2025, for the Exploration Expo! This is a family event that marks the grand finale of the Atlanta Science Festival, a two-week celebration of science and technology. The event is FREE and open to the … [Read more...] about FREE! The Exploration Expo is in Piedmont Park this Saturday
The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival is on this weekend
Plan a drive out to Conyers for the 42nd annual Cherry Blossom Festival! The 2025 event is scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd and Sunday, March 23rd at the Georgia International Horse Park. Festival hours both days are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don't … [Read more...] about The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival is on this weekend
The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends in March
You don't have to travel to Holland to see fields of tulips this year -- because Yule Forest Farm is hosting its fourth annual Tulip Festival this spring, right here in metro Atlanta. And in 2025, the Tulip Festival happens for four weekends in … [Read more...] about The Yule Forest Tulip Festival is running on weekends in March
The annual “Luck of Avalon” event is a FREE outdoor bash on Friday, March 14th
Avalon is once again putting on its popular annual Luck of Avalon event. The FREE event takes place on Friday, March 14, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. Luck of Avalon is an outdoor event, featuring live music and performances in The Plaza -- so get ready … [Read more...] about The annual “Luck of Avalon” event is a FREE outdoor bash on Friday, March 14th
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!
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
The Atlanta Phoenix Flies Celebration features 100+ FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites, city-wide
The Phoenix Flies Celebration of Atlanta's historic sites returns in 2025 for its 22nd year! If you're unfamiliar with this amazing event, now is the time to check it out! From March 3rd through 28th, Phoenix Flies will feature … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Phoenix Flies Celebration features 100+ FREE tours of landmarks & historic sites, city-wide
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 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
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
Dunwoody’s Spring Fling is a limited capacity event – tickets are still available
Spring Fling: Fun at the Farm is a new event for 2021. It will take the place of Dunwoody's Lemonade Days spring festival, which is postponed until August this year. The Spring Fling takes place at the Donaldson-Bannister Farm, rain or shine, on … [Read more...] about Dunwoody’s Spring Fling is a limited capacity event – tickets are still available
Taste of Discovery Food Truck Festival on March 7th
This is a fun food truck event at Discovery Village at Sugarloaf, with proceeds to benefit the Gwinnett Senior Golden Games. The parking lot of Discovery Village will become a foodie's paradise. Get a taste of specialty dishes straight from many … [Read more...] about Taste of Discovery Food Truck Festival on March 7th
FREE: Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival, March 21-22, 2020
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 21 and Sunday, March 22. Festival hours both … [Read more...] about FREE: Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival, March 21-22, 2020
