Posts Tagged ‘holidays’
Decatur Arts Festival Returns For 2024!
The Decatur Arts Festival is back for 2024 with an incredible lineup of events! Kicking off on Friday night with the ArtWalk, the family-friendly festival features an Artists Market, live music, hilarious performances, delicious food, and more – And best of all, it’s free to attend. Don’t miss it!
2024 Festival Dates
May 3rd – 5th
Festival Hours
Friday | 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location
Downtown Decatur
The ArtWalk opens the festival on Friday evening as local businesses host free art receptions with light refreshments. As the festival continues throughout Saturday and Sunday, sip on some local brews as you stroll through the work of 120 artists from all over the Southeast! Live music keeps the mood upbeat and relaxed, and the variety of comedic performances and stunning dance presentations make the Decatur Arts Festival such a unique experience – and the chalk art displays are always impressive as ever. On Saturday, keep the kiddos happy and engaged with their very own Kids’ Fest from 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.
Brew at the Zoo | Zoo Atlanta
Atlanta’s most unique beer festival is back! For over 15 years, Brew at the Zoo has featured amazing brews, live music, and the incredible animals of Zoo Atlanta – And this year, it’s wilder than ever!
2024 Event Details
Saturday | May 25th
6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
VIP Early Entry
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Shepherd Center Derby Day Turns 40! | Chastain Horse Park
It’s a party complete with fancy hats, seersucker suits, mint juleps, and tons of fun! Celebrate food, fast horses, and classic Derby entertainment at the landmark 40th Annual Shepherd Center Derby Day!
2024 Event Details
Saturday, May 4th
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location
Chastain Horse Park
4371 Powers Ferry Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30327
Atlanta’s biggest Kentucky Derby-themed fundraising event is the highlight of Atlanta’s Spring social calendar – and a Shepherd Center tradition since 1983.
Top 10 Easter Events Around Atlanta in 2024
In just a few weeks, we will Spring Forward, which means it’s time to start dyeing eggs and searching for the Easter Bunny! With so many eggs hunts throughout town, searching for an engaging, unique way to celebrate the holiday can feel daunting. We have combed through all the local events to help you save some time (and sanity!) with our list of the Top 10 Atlanta Area Easter Events in 2024.
Break bread with friends and family, meet the Easter bunny, hunt for eggs, and enjoy the beauty of Atlanta – From interactive events at the Children’s Museum to Easter Brunch with the whole family, and of course some deliciously crafted cocktails and mimosas along the way.
Whether you’re hunting for eggs, treating yourself to Afternoon Tea, or looking for time together as a family, make the most of your Easter holiday all weekend long!
9 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Around Atlanta | 2024
It’s the luck of the Irish, and Atlanta is celebrating! St. Patrick’s Day is fast-approaching on Sunday, March 17th, 2024 – But the festivities ands shenanigans are kicking off early all weekend long.
Whether you are looking to extend your festivities into a weekend-long celebration, or you’re just in it for the green Beer, we have you covered with all the highlights in every direction around the city! Lace up your tennis shoes, join in on giving back to kids in need – Even get the whole family out for a weekend of delicious food, live music, and fun for all ages!
Don’t miss a thing with our list of the Top 9 St. Patrick’s Day Happenings Around Atlanta: March 9th – 17th, 2024.
With so many events throughout the city, Atlanta residents will be able to find ways to kick off the holiday all week long.
10 Unique Ways to Celebrate Valentines Day Around Atlanta | 2024
We are shaking things up this Valentine’s Day with a revamped list for 2024, complete with events both leading up to the holiday itself and lasting all throughout the month! With the romantic holiday falling on a Tuesday this year, we are here to help you kick the holiday up a notch – whether you celebrate with the whole family or your special valentine.
So skip the same old dinner reservations (maybe even explore one of our new favorites here!) and celebrate with an entire lineup of festive fun, exciting flavors, and incomparable experiences.
From virtual cooking classes to getting out to Atlanta’s favorite attractions, Valentine’s Day will be fun for Valentines, Galentines, and everyone in between!
From time together with your sweetheart, a ladies’ night out, or even just a way to shake up your weekend, we have you covered with our list of 10 Favorite Ways to Celebrate Valentines Day Around Atlanta in 2024.
Sips Under the Sea: Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air (and the water!) at Georgia Aquarium! The Sips Under the Sea: Valentine’s Day celebration invites you to stroll through the galleries, sip on a festive drink, and dance the night away as you experience the Aquarium in a way that feels like you have it all to yourself.
2024 Event Details
Wednesday | February 14th
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
There’s no better way to experience one of Atlanta’s top destinations – after hours without the kids! Guests 21 and up will have access to the entire Aquarium and all six galleries while enjoying cocktails, dining options, and a live DJ over on the dance floor.
Enduring Hearts Bourbon Gala Returns This Valentine’s Weekend!
We can think of no better way to celebrate a holiday dedicated to love than to extend our own in support of the Enduring Hearts Bourbon Gala! This Valentines Weekend, guests will show their support for pediatric heart transplant research with an unforgettable evening of high-end bourbon, live entertainment, and so much more. Both single and date night tickets are available, so treat yourself (or your special someone) out for a night to remember!
2024 Event Details
Saturday | February 9th
6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Location
The InterContinental Buckhead
3315 Peachtree Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
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Valentines in the Garden at Atlanta Botanical Garden | 2024
Love is in the air, and romance is blooming during a special evening with your sweetheart at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. With star gazing and celestial-themed surprises, you and your sweetheart will be over the moon at Valentines in the Garden!
2024 Event Details
Wednesday | February 14th
6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Location
Atlanta Botanical Gardens
1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
6 Ways to Commemorate MLK Day Around Atlanta | 2024
Throughout the city, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a day of remembrance, celebration, and commemoration. Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by learning about his life and legacy as well as the many contributions of African Americans in Atlanta!
We have you covered with all the happenings around Atlanta in honor of the national Martin Luther King Jr. holiday: January 15th, 2024.