12 Ways to Celebrate 4th of July Around Atlanta | 2024

Decatur FireworksIt’s time to officially kick off summertime with the biggest – and best – holiday of the season! We have you covered with 12 Ways to Celebrate 4th of July Around Atlanta in 2024. With the holiday falling on a Tuesday this year, we’ve put together ways for you to fit in your patriotic fun and festivities all weekend long – from Saturday through Tuesday!

From the family-friendly to an adult night on the town, there’s something for everyone. All through Atlanta, the city is in the spirit with a variety of events – some lasting several days!

Kick off the morning with a festive parade, explore a new neighborhood, and end the exciting holiday with a number of spectacular fireworks. The festivities are stretching all through the holiday weekend and into the week, so you won’t want to miss a moment of the fun!

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Fourth of July on the Roof | Ponce City Market

Ponce City 4th of July on the RoofPonce City Market’s annual Fourth of July on the Roof is celebrating the red, white, and blue with Atlanta’s best panoramic skyline views and a holiday to remember. Whether you are looking to celebrate with the whole family or just have a little grownup fun, The Roof at Ponce City Market is definitely your one-stop destination for Fourth of July!

2024 Event Details
June 30th – July 4th
12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location
The Roof at Ponce City Market
675 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30308

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10 Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend Around Atlanta | 2024

Mother's Day BrunchMother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s time to celebrate the mom in your life! Still looking for that unique wow-factor to make Mom feel extra special? While you can still treat her to an incredible meal over at Inman Park, we have put together our Top 8 Favorite Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day to take the stress out of planning while giving Mom and unforgettable weekend. 

Mother’s Day Weekend 2024
Friday – Sunday | May 10th – 12th

From smelling roses to sipping rosé, there’s something special for every Mom’s taste! Experience scenic views of ocean creatures, an array of local art, or even the Atlanta skyline – all while enjoying specially crafted food, scrumptious sips, and live music!

Moms do so much for us. so, what better way to celebrate her than to turn the holiday into a weekend filled with family time, fresh flavors, and even a moment of respite?

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Dunwoody Art Festival Returns This Mother’s Day Weekend

Dunwoody Art FestivalThe Dunwoody Art Festival returns this Mother’s Day weekend, and it’s bigger and better than ever! With over 130 artisans, this year’s event will include your favorite vendors, artists, exhibitors – and many new ones to enjoy. Come for the art, maybe pick up a unique Mother’s Day gift, and bring the whole family along for delicious festival food and fun for the kids! 

2024 Event Details
May 12th – 13th 
Saturday | 10:00  a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location
Dunwoody Village Shopping Center
1317 Dunwoody Village Parkway
Dunwoody, Georgia 30338

The annual celebration transforms Dunwoody Village Parkway into a shoppers’ paradise with a whimsical artists market, Kidz Zone, and a lineup of local food trucks serving culinary treats! Top artists from around the country join together, showcasing craft pieces, including: photography, paintings, and folk art alongside artwork made from clay, fiber, glass, metal, and wood. Since Sunday is the busiest festival day, the shopping kicks off bright and early Saturday morning and continues all weekend long!

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Decatur Arts Festival Returns For 2024!

Decatur Arts FestThe 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.

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Brew at the Zoo | Zoo Atlanta

Brew at the Zoo ATLAtlanta’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.

Location
Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30315

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Shepherd Center Derby Day Turns 40! | Chastain Horse Park

Shepherd Center Derby DayIt’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

St. Regis EasterIn 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!

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9 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Around Atlanta | 2024

St. Patrick's Day Parade AtlantaIt’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. 

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10 Unique Ways to Celebrate Valentines Day Around Atlanta | 2024

ATL VdayWe 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.

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