Posts Tagged ‘Metro Atlanta’
The Virginia Highland Summerfest is Back for 2024!
Summertime is already nearing, and it’s time to celebrate with the annual Virginia Highland Summerfest! The beloved family festival extends through the Virginia Highlands, filling every foot with something to experience.
2024 Event Details
June 8th & 9th
Saturday | 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
10 Ways to Relax & Remember Memorial Day Weekend | 2024
Memorial Day is quickly returning this Monday, May 27th, 2024!
From Thursday through Monday, we have you covered with 10 wonderful ways to relax, remember, and kick off the 3-day weekend a bit early. Whether you’re looking to grab some extra time outdoors with the family, sneak a romantic night out onto the calendar, or explore exciting art and music all weekend long, we have you covered with the holiday highlights!
Celebrate the men and women who defend our country while also kicking off the warmer weather with our Top 10 Happenings all weekend long.
25th Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival
The 25th Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival is back, filling the Chattahoochee Nature Center with the beating wings of beautiful butterflies!
2024 Event Details
June 1st – 2nd
Saturday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sunday
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location
Chattahoochee Nature Center
9135 Willeo Rd.
Roswell, GA 30075
With a variety of festival fun, Flying Colors will delight visitors of all ages! Enjoy being surrounded by hundreds of butterflies throughout weekend of delicious food, family fun, live music, and more.
10 Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend Around Atlanta | 2024
Mother’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!
Dunwoody Art Festival Returns This Mother’s Day Weekend
The 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!
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.
The Brookhaven Bolt is Back for 2024!
On your mark, get set… The Brookhaven Bolt is back! Winding through the beautiful Ashford Park neighborhood of Brookhaven, the race has become one of the largest in the area and an annual family event enjoyed by everyone!
2024 Event Details
Saturday | May 18th
Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens
The 2024 Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens returns for the 9th annual showcase of the region’s leading design-industry talents! This year’s residence is a newly constructed 10,000-square-foot Showhouse located near Chastain Park.
2024 Showhouse Dates
April 18th – May 12th
Showhouse Hours
Thursdays – Saturdays · 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sundays · 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays – Wednesdays
14th Annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade
The 14th Annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade is lighting up the Westside Trail for 2023! This year’s festivities are a great way to spark creativity and build community while celebrating joy along the Atlanta BeltLine Westside Trail.
2024 Event Details
Saturday | May 11th
- 7:45 p.m. | Lineup begins at Adair Park I
- 8:45 p.m. | Parade steps off onto Westside Trail
- 9:15 – 10:00 p.m. | Parade finale “jam session” at Lee+White
Location
Adair Park & Atlanta Beltline Westside Trail
Creativity rules the parade, and anyone with a lantern is welcome to join! Step behind one of the 5 marching bands and get ready to enjoy one of Atlanta’s most magical events of the year. Whether you watch from the sidelines or dance your way through the parade, everyone will love all the wonderment, lights, and magic of the evening!