You won't have to cook on Thursday nights for the rest of the summer, unless you want to. Instead, you can head over to Brook Run Park for Dunwoody's food truck rally. The weekly event launches on Thursday, May 5th,2022 and runs every Thursday … [Read more...] about Dunwoody Food Truck Thursdays in Brook Run Park: live music from Departures (Journey tribute band)
Spring
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
Lilburn Food Truck Tuesday, with live music
Come to Lilburn City Park on the second Tuesday of each month, from May thru October, for a food truck rally. The events take place from 6 to 9 p.m. and will include both sweet and savory food choices. Bring a picnic blanket, relax on … [Read more...] about Lilburn Food Truck Tuesday, with live music
Brookhaven Food Truck Nights at Blackburn Park on last Wednesdays of the month
Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays is back for the 2022 season! This year, it is a monthly (rather than weekly) event, taking place on the last Wednesday of each month, from April through October. The location is the north end of Blackburn Park, … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Food Truck Nights at Blackburn Park on last Wednesdays of the month
FREE: Yoga classes at The Battery on Monday nights
When the Braves aren't playing a home game, you can attend FREE outdoor yoga classes on Monday nights at The Battery, at Truist Park (formerly Suntrust Park). You can get also 3 hours of FREE parking in the Red, Purple, or Green parking decks when … [Read more...] about FREE: Yoga classes at The Battery on Monday nights
FREE Concerts by the Springs live music series on Sunday in Sandy Springs
Here's another addition to the Atlanta summer concert season! Concerts by the Springs is a FREE series that is back for 2022. It features just one concert per month from May through September. The concerts take place on select Sundays at the … [Read more...] about FREE Concerts by the Springs live music series on Sunday in Sandy Springs
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
Take a weekend tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this spring
This Gwinnett County farm is opening for tours on most weekends. Come for a visit, and pet and feed Creekwater Farm's 50 alpacas. According to the farm's website, tour groups are limited to around 10 people and happen at an easy pace. There are … [Read more...] about Take a weekend tour of Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Snellville this spring
Toco Hills Spring Fling — pop-up market, free yoga, live music, free face painting, balloon art
Come to the Toco Hills shopping plaza for a day of fun and FREE family friendly activities. It's all happening on Saturday, May 7th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Hello Spring event will include: Mother's Day Pop-Up Market by Spiller Park … [Read more...] about Toco Hills Spring Fling — pop-up market, free yoga, live music, free face painting, balloon art
The Tucker Day festival and parade is happening this Saturday
The 2022 edition of Tucker Day takes place on Saturday, May 7th from 9 a.m. to 5 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 The Tucker Day festival and parade is happening this Saturday
FREE: Tucker First Fridays concert series kicks off the season with live music by Nathan Angelo
The city of Tucker will host FREE live music on the first Friday of each summer month, from May thru September, in 2022. Each concert starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Church Street green space and will feature a different artist. The space will open at … [Read more...] about FREE: Tucker First Fridays concert series kicks off the season with live music by Nathan Angelo
FREE: It’s time for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on the Marietta Square
The Marietta Square First Friday Art Walks are back for 2022. This community event features local art, live music, and other performances -- along with a chance to shop, dine, and experience all the local flavor of the Marietta Square. The … [Read more...] about FREE: It’s time for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on the Marietta Square
FREE: First Friday concert series in downtown Kennesaw — live music by Used Groove
This series is back for 2022! Come to historic downtown Kennesaw on first Fridays of each month from April thru October for a FREE outdoor concert. From 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., you're invited to stroll through the historic downtown area and enjoy an … [Read more...] about FREE: First Friday concert series in downtown Kennesaw — live music by Used Groove
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
Make merry at the 2022 Georgia Renaissance Festival, open for the season
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 Make merry at the 2022 Georgia Renaissance Festival, open for the season
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
The Georgia State Fair is running now!
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The Georgia State Fair returns to Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2022! The fair will operate for ten days, opening on Friday, April 22nd and running through Sunday, May 1, 2022. You might also be interested in the North Georgia State Fair in … [Read more...] about The Georgia State Fair is running now!
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
Colony Square hosts a FREE after-school program for kids and families on last Tuesdays
Colony Square invites kids and parents to enjoy Colony Kids, a recurring monthly playdate. Events take place from 4 to 6 p.m. on the last Tuesday of the month from April to October, in The Plaza, which is the green space at Colony Square. You … [Read more...] about Colony Square hosts a FREE after-school program for kids and families on last Tuesdays
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
FREE: Punchline Comedy Night outdoors at Avalon on first Mondays
Avalon's popular Punchline Comedy Night is back for 2022, with shows on the first Monday of each month, through October. Chase away those Monday blues with lots of laughs, a bite to eat, and a cocktail or two. Punchline Comedy shows are open to … [Read more...] about FREE: Punchline Comedy Night outdoors at Avalon on first Mondays
