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The Georgia State Fair: free admission days and ride deals

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The Georgia State Fair returns to Atlanta Motor Speedway for an extra fall run in 2022! The fair will operate for ten days, opening on Friday, Sept. 30th and running through Sunday, Oct. 9th, 2022. You might also be interested in the North … [Read more...] about The Georgia State Fair: free admission days and ride deals

The 2023 Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park

Dogwood Festival 2022, Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Dogwood Festival Piedmont Park UPDATE: Dates have been announced for the 2023 Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park. It will be held from Friday, April 14th thru Sunday, April 16th, … [Read more...] about The 2023 Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park

Update on the 2022 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 2022 Food-O-Rama food truck festival at Grant Park

FREE: Alpharetta Arts Streetfest is back for Memorial Weekend 2022

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 28th and Sunday, May 29th. Admission is … [Read more...] about FREE: Alpharetta Arts Streetfest is back for Memorial Weekend 2022

FREE: The Atlanta Jazz Festival returns to Piedmont Park this Memorial Day Weekend

UPDATED: The Atlanta Jazz Festival 2022 lineup has been modified, and the info below reflects the most current info. The Atlanta Jazz Festival is back live and in person in 2022! The iconic event is one of the largest FREE jazz fests in the … [Read more...] about FREE: The Atlanta Jazz Festival returns to Piedmont Park this Memorial Day Weekend

LAST CALL for the Georgia Renaissance Festival, open thru Memorial Day

The Georgia Renaissance Festival returns to Fairburn, GA, from Saturday, April 9th to Monday, May 30th in 2022.  This is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Atlanta. The festival is open on Saturdays and Sundays, plus Memorial Day … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for the Georgia Renaissance Festival, open thru Memorial Day

Best spring festivals in Atlanta: things to do in March, April, and May

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The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival features boat races and cultural activities

The 5th annual Acworth Dragon Boat Festival will take place on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Dallas Landing Park, on Lake Allatoona. The festival is FREE to attend. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 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

Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes returns this weekend

The 19th annual Kirkwood Spring Fling takes place on May 14, 2022. The tour of homes takes place on both May 14th and 15th. The festival and art market will be located in Bessie Branham Park (2051 Delano Drive, Atlanta 30317). Festival hours … [Read more...] about Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes returns this weekend

Don’t miss the 2022 Marietta Greek Festival this weekend!

 Be Greek for a day! The 32nd annual Marietta Greek Festival happens from May 13 to 15, 2022. Last year's festival took the form of a drive-thru food event. The 2022 event looks like it will return to its original format -- we'll update as … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 2022 Marietta Greek Festival this weekend!

Taste of Alpharetta celebrates the local restaurant scene this Thursday

Taste of Alpharetta takes place on Thursday, May 12, 2022 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 this Thursday

Roswell Spring Arts & Crafts Festival is back for 2022

 The Roswell Spring Arts and Crafts Festival is a two-day outdoor festival in historic downtown Roswell. It takes place on Saturday, May 7 and Sunday May 8 in 2022, on the grounds around Roswell City Hall, near the intersection of Hill Street … [Read more...] about Roswell Spring Arts & Crafts Festival is back for 2022

FREE: the 2022 Sweet Auburn Springfest takes place on Mother’s Day Weekend

The annual Sweet Auburn Springfest takes place over Mother's Day Weekend, May 7th and 8th, 2022. This is the largest FREE street festival in Atlanta. It promises fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family. Sweet Auburn Springfest is spread … [Read more...] about FREE: the 2022 Sweet Auburn Springfest takes place on Mother’s Day Weekend

The 2022 Dunwoody Art Festival takes place on Mother’s Day Weekend

The Dunwoody Art Festival is a Mother's Day Weekend tradition! It takes place in Brook Run Park this year, which will allow the festival to spread out more (last year it was held along Dunwoody Village Parkway). As always, festival admission is … [Read more...] about The 2022 Dunwoody Art Festival takes place on Mother’s Day Weekend

Duluth Arts Festival is happening this weekend!

The Duluth Arts Festival returns in 2022 for two days of spring fun! It's taking place on April 30th and May 1st, on the Duluth Town Green (use 3167 Main St for GPS directions). The emphasis is on both the arts and family fun. The festival … [Read more...] about Duluth Arts Festival is happening this weekend!

May-retta Daze Festival returns to Glover Park this weekend

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 2022, May-retta Daze will be held on Saturday, April 30th and Sunday, May 1st. The … [Read more...] about May-retta Daze Festival returns to Glover Park this weekend

FREE: Johns Creek International Festival provides a taste of the world this weekend

Come out for the Johns Creek International Festival and celebrate multi-culturalism with traditional food, music, and art. The festival takes place on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Heisman Field in Johns Creek. Admission is FREE. There is ample … [Read more...] about FREE: Johns Creek International Festival provides a taste of the world this weekend

The Inman Park Festival & Parade is back this weekend, along with the Tour of Homes

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 23rd and … [Read more...] about The Inman Park Festival & Parade is back this weekend, along with the Tour of Homes

FREE to attend: The Taste of Marietta food festival takes place this Sunday

The annual Taste of Marietta food festival takes place on Sunday, April 24th, 2022 on 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: The Taste of Marietta food festival takes place this Sunday

Come to the Spring Jonquil Festival in Smyrna this weekend

The Spring Jonquil Festival returns to the Village Green in downtown Smyrna! The festival will take place on Saturday, April 23rd and Sunday, April 24th, 2022. Admission is FREE and this is a family-friendly event. You'll find an arts & … [Read more...] about Come to the Spring Jonquil Festival in Smyrna this weekend

The 2022 Dunwoody Lemonade Days Festival runs thru the weekend

  Dunwoody's annual Lemonade Days festival returns in the spring of 2022! The five-day event will happen from Wednesday, April 20th thru Sunday, April 24th, 2022. Lemonade Days Festival hours: Wednesday, April 20 -- 4 to 10 p.m. … [Read more...] about The 2022 Dunwoody Lemonade Days Festival runs thru the weekend

The “Illumine” light show returns to Oakland Cemetery this week – save $5 on advance tickets

  Illumine is an annual after-dark arts event that takes place at Oakland Cemetery this spring. If you missed the popular light show last year, you have another chance -- the 2022 event is expanded and better than ever.  It happens on … [Read more...] about The “Illumine” light show returns to Oakland Cemetery this week – save $5 on advance tickets

Sandy Springs Artsapalooza Festival — live music, food, art vendors, kid activities

  The Sandy Springs Artsapalooza festival will take place on April 16th and 17th in 2022 -- 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 … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs Artsapalooza Festival — live music, food, art vendors, kid activities

The 2022 Big Shanty Festival in Kennesaw takes place on April 9th & 10th

The 2022 Big Shanty Festival in downtown Kennesaw is scheduled for the weekend of April 9th and 10th. Please remember that events can be canceled abruptly in these challenging times -- check for a status update before you head out. According to … [Read more...] about The 2022 Big Shanty Festival in Kennesaw takes place on April 9th & 10th

The Spring Festival on Ponce is this weekend — art, music, food, more

Spring is festival season in Atlanta! The Spring Festival on Ponce 2022 takes place on the first weekend in April. That's Saturday, April 2nd and Sunday, April 3rd. The festival is FREE and open to the public -- and leashed dogs are welcome, … [Read more...] about The Spring Festival on Ponce is this weekend — art, music, food, more

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