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Spin the District – ATL Airport District

Events

ALPHARETTA

Alpharetta Arts Streetfest - May Dive into a world of whimsical art! 90+ talented artists from all over the country gather for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy original artwork, quirky crafts, local cuisine and kids activities. A Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event for 2019! 678.297.2811; awesomealpharetta.com

Taste of Alpharetta - May Taste specialties from 60+ local restaurants and eateries in one night at one location. Expect culinary demonstrations, chef competitions, live music and kids’ activities. A Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event for 2017-2020! 678.297.2811; awesomealpharetta.com

Home by Dark Summer Concert Series at Brooke Street Park - May-September Free family-friendly entertainment abounds in Brooke Street Park each summer on the second and fourth Saturday nights. Bring a blanket, picnic, and enjoy live entertainment on the lawn behind City Hall. 678.297.2811; awesomealpharetta.com

Food Truck Alley - May-October Feast in the street on the second Thursday of each month where six to eight rotating food trucks and live music come together. Stroll the shops and kick off the weekend a little early! 678.297.2811; awesomealpharetta.com

Wire & Wood Alpharetta Music Festival - October Music will flow through Alpharetta as 20+ talented artists perform their own songs on multiple stages. Learn the stories behind each song and recognize tunes played by popular musicians. 678.297.2811;

Alpharetta, GA awesomealpharetta.com

ATL AIRPORT DISTRICT

ATL Airport District – Restaurant Week - March Discover some of the best dining destinations in the city during the ATL Airport District’s annual Restaurant Week in March. atldistrict.com

ATL Airport District – Spin the District - May and September The District’s annual, multi-faceted cycling experience that transforms the city streets of College Park, East Point, Hapeville and Union City into a premier cycling destination. spinthedistrict.com

East Point – Wednesday Wind Down in the Point - Fourth Wednesday, May-August The City of East Point hosts their summer concert series with live performances, food trucks and more. eastpointcity.org

Hapeville – LocalMotion Arts Festival - October The LocalMotion Arts Festival is a premier artist destination. The festival will feature hand-crafted works from unique artists, performing art performances and seminars, local craft beers on tap, wine, live music, kids games, local community vendors and plenty of great food. localmotionfest.com

Annual Atlanta Festivals Don’t miss planning a trip to visit Atlanta’s most iconic and longest-running festivals. The Atlanta Film Festival (April), Atlanta Dogwood Festival (April), Atlanta Jazz Festival (May), Atlanta Food & Wine Festival (May), Bronze Lens Film Festival (August), Atlanta Pride Festival (October), and Taste of Atlanta (October) are among the best of in-andoutdoor cultural and culinary experiences in the southeast. 404.521.6600; atlanta.net/festivals

Movie, Neighborhood Tours and More - Year Round Atlanta Movie Tours offer fans the chance to trace the footsteps of their favorite TV and movie characters via 3-hour tours, all guided by extras and actors. 855.255.3456; atlantamovietours.com. Get a first look at Atlanta from the comfort of an open-air smart car (or even a Segway) as your ATL-Cruzers tour guide shows you the ins and outs of Atlanta and its neighborhoods. 404.492.7009; atlcruzers.com

BROOKHAVEN

Brookhaven, GA

Cherry Blossom Festival - Spring Join us every spring as we celebrate the blooms of Brookhaven’s beloved cherry blossom trees. This free two-day festival offers a lineup of star musical talent, plenty of local artists, a kidz zone, car show and pet world. Kick off the fun the weekend prior as a participant in the Cherry Blossom 5K! explorebrookhaven.com

Taste Brookhaven - August Sample delicious, chef-curated bites from Brookhaven’s favorite restaurants at our annual Taste Brookhaven event! Every August, enjoy live music and an amazing auction while supporting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. explorebrookhaven.com

Brookhaven Arts Festival - Third week in October View one-of-a-kind pieces from more than 100 artists from across the country annually the third weekend of October as the leaves start to fall. Complete with a children’s art section, classic car show and live music, this free event is a fall favorite! explorebrookhaven.com

Light Up Brookhaven - December Get in the holiday spirit with this free family event! Warm up with hot chocolate and food trucks while you enjoy crafts, special music performances, a Hanukkah display and Christmas tree lighting, as well as special appearances by Santa Claus. explorebrookhaven.com

CLAYTON COUNTY

Victorian Mourning Tours - August Observe an annual rite as Historical Jonesboro explores the customs and mourning rituals of the 1800s, including the origins of black mourning clothes and etiquette of sending flowers to a deceased’s family. 770.473.0197; historicaljonesboro.org

Seafood & BBQ Festival - September Live Music, Seafood and BBQ…need we say more? Admission is Free! Join in the fun at Riverdale’s Seafood and BBQ Festival featuring live music from some of the country’s best funk, Motown, R&B and hip-hop artists. Guests can also enjoy the “Street Promenade” showcasing dozens of food, beer and merchandise vendors, a kids’ zone and more! 770.997.8989; riverdaleculture.com

Dia de los Muertos Festival - November Join in a celebration of Mexican heritage and traditions honoring loved ones who have passed. This family-friendly event boasts a variety of entertainment, ceremonial altars, food and drink, kids’ activities and face painting. 678.489.5161; facebook.com/diadelosmuertosmorrowga/

Big Shanty Festival - Third weekend in April Downtown Kennesaw with more than 250 arts and craft booths, 30 food booths, two entertainment stages, Civil War Encampment and much more. One of the largest festivals in North Georgia. 770.424.8274; kennesaw-ga.gov

North GA State Fair at Jim R. Miller Park - Mid September-Early October Features a carnival midway, concerts, competition and food vendors. The largest fair in Metro Atlanta. northgeorgiastatefair.com

Fall Jonquil Festival - October Held on The Village Green in downtown Smyrna, the Fall Jonquil Festival has a history of more than 20 years and features handmade art and crafts booths, local non-profit booths, puppet shows, live music, festival cuisine and all types of children’s activities. 678.631.5401; smyrnavinings.com

Taste of Acworth - October More than 20,000 visitors taste their way through the Historic District in downtown Acworth during the Annual Taste of Acworth. Booths from local restaurants and businesses whip up their signature dishes while live music from local talent entertains. 770.974.8813; acworthtourism.org

DEKALB COUNTY

Tucker Chili Cook Off - March Featuring some of the best chili in the Southeast, the Tucker Chili Cook Off is a must-attend event. Main Street Tucker is the home of this event with live entertainment, and tons of chili. 866.633.5252; tuckerchilicookoff.com

Yellow Daisy Festival - September More than 400 artists and crafters from nearly 38 states display their works for festival goers. Located at Stone Mountain Park, the annual “YDF” features live entertainment, a Children’s Corner with activities, and crafter demos. 770.498.5690; stonemountainpark.com

Taste of Chamblee - October Annual festival held in late fall in Downtown Chamblee. The festival celebrates the diverse restaurant community in the surrounding areas. In addition to amazing food, the event features live music and a family-friendly kid zone. 866.633.5252; tasteofchamblee.net

DOUGLAS COUNTY

Hydrangea Festival - June Spend the first weekend in June at a two-day festival featuring a standard flower show, tours of private gardens, wheelbarrow miniature gardens, butterfly gardens and more! hydrangeafest.org

DOUGLASVILLE

Taste of Douglasville - May The Arts Council’s largest event in Downtown Douglasville – sample area restaurants’ offerings, enjoy local performers on two stages, delight in the unique wares of local artists and crafters, get information from civic and service businesses to improve your life and dive into a lively kids activity area. artsdouglas.org

Wednesday Wind Down - June-August Bring your lawn chair and relax to smooth jazz, R&B and blues music performed live Wednesdays in June, July, and August. douglasvillega.gov

Chili Cook-off and the DC Rogue Runners Moonlight Run 5k - October The Chili Cook-off is held in conjunction with the Rogue Runners Moonlight Run – the largest after-dark 5k & one-mile fun run in the Southeast and brings over 2,000 runners to downtown! douglasvillecalendar.com

Gravity Games - November The Georgia Gravity Games is a gravity-only car race competition. The Georgia Gravity Games are an educational, hands-on activity designed to get young people excited about STEM subjects. gagravitygames.com

Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting - December Get in the spirit with an evening of holiday magic! The annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting event includes a Santa led parade, concert and tree lighting. As a special treat children can visit and take a photo with Santa at the Douglasville Conference Center. This event is free to attend and open to the public. douglasvillega.gov

DUNWOODY

Lemonade Days Festival - April One of Dunwoody’s most cherished community festivals includes a carnival atmosphere, arts, activities, and live, local entertainment. What began as a fundraiser after a devastating tornado ripped through the community has turned into a five-day, can’t miss spring festival! dunwoodylemonadedays.org

Dunwoody Art Festival - May A mother’s day tradition with America’s top artists showcasing artistic masterpieces of all shapes and sizes. Attendees also enjoy a Kidz Zone, live entertainment and delicious food. dunwoodyartfestival.com

4th of July Parade - July Independence Day in Dunwoody illustrates true patriotic pride as thousands attend Georgia’s largest annual 4th of July parade! Enjoy food, entertainment, festivities (and liberty!) for all. dunwoodyga.org/Dunwoody-4th-of-july-parade

Butterfly Festival - August Celebrate the magic of summer at the Dunwoody Nature Center’s annual Butterfly Festival. For one day only, park attendees can get up close and personal with butterflies, while also experiencing a Birds of Prey show, wildlife encounters, games, crafts, food and three enormous tents filled with hundreds of butterflies. dunwoodynature.org

Dunwoody, GA

Caffeine and Octane Car Show - First Sunday, Monthly Car enthusiasts from everywhere assemble at Perimeter Mall every first Sunday of the month for this family-friendly automotive exhibit which draws over 2,500 vintage, muscle, high performance, and exotic cars while also attracting over 10,000 spectators. Heralded as the largest monthly car show in North America, this event is so big that it garnered its own TV show on NBC Sports! caffeineandoctane.com

GWINNETT COUNTY

Suwanee Beer Fest - March Enjoy an afternoon of over 120 craft beers, live music and great food at beautiful Town Center Park in the heart of Suwanee. Ages 21+ to drink and attend. suwaneebeerfest.com

Burgers + Brews Week - March Chefs at locally owned restaurants pair a $7 custom, specialty burger with a craft beer for one amazing week of deliciousness. Burgers are available for one week only. 770.623.3600; burgersandbrewsweek.com

Snellville Days - May Snellville’s premier festival at Briscoe Park with over 200 vendors selling arts, crafts and food. Take part in the kids field day while you enjoy music, live wood carving, a car show and a touch a truck exhibit. snellvilledays.com

Car-B-Ques and Brews Car Show - September Chow down on some of the best BBQ in Georgia while you listen to music and shop with local craft vendors! This highly-attended annual foodie event takes place on the historic square in Lawrenceville. 678.226.2639; downtownlawrencevillega.com

Norcross Art and Wine Splash - October Whimsical and wildly colorful artisans from across the country exhibit their imaginative artwork amidst the enchanting shops, eateries and boutiques in the historic City of Norcross. norcrossartfest.splashfestivals.com

HENRY COUNTY

Atlanta Motorama - April The Summit Racing Equipment Atlanta Motorama, the massive celebration of anything with an engine, has grown into one of the largest festivals of its kind in the South. From hot rods to rat rods to motorcycles, to monster trucks, there is something for everybody - and then some - at the annual two-day event. 770.946.4211; atlantamotorspeedway.com

Taste of Henry - 3rd Friday of April Taste of Henry showcases over 30 Henry County restaurants with dishes that are sure to satisfy every palate. The taste-size portions let you sample a variety of different flavors and restaurants. 678.432.1630; tasteofhenry.org

Bridgefest - September Regarded as one of the premiere arts and entertainment festivals south of Atlanta, the City of Stockbridge’s two-day event is fun for the whole family. Bridgefest includes live performances, a gospel concert, food, a health fair, car show, kids zone, a variety of vendors and more. 770.389.5982; cityofstockbridge.com

Fear the Woods - Weekends in October Fear the Woods at Yule Forest, is a haunted attraction featuring a Haunted House, Terror Transport, Haunted Trail, and the newest feature, Pandemic, a zombie frontline combative laser-tag feature. 770.954.9356; fearthewoods.com

PorchFest - 2nd Saturday in October PorchFest is a grassroots community music spectacle where front porches become stages, yards become venues, and neighborhoods come together to celebrate and create a sense of community. Hampton PorchFest has music of many, many genres from bluegrass and rock to Christian. There are even porches where you can sing-a-long! 770.946.4306; hamptonga.gov

JOHNS CREEK

Johns Creek, GA

Johns Creek International Festival - April One of the most culturally diverse cities in the nation, the Johns Creek International Festival is a is a celebration of the best traditional food, music and art from their own backyard. Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, international beer and wine garden, live music and dance performances, and arts and crafts activities for the kids. johnscreekga.gov

Johns Creek Arts Festival - October Immerse yourself in colorful displays of pottery, jewelry, yard-art and award-winning surprises from more than 100 vendors. Live music performances fill the air throughout the this two-day event, which also includes a variety of local food vendors to sip and sample from. johnscreekcvb.com

Spooky Mill - October Every Halloween weekend, Autrey Mill Nature Preserve transforms into Spooky Mill - a family-friendly evening of spook-tacular fun, including trick-or-treating in the Heritage Village, a haunted house, ghostly games and more! autreymill.org

Summer Concert Series - May-September The Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater in Newtown Park provides the perfect backdrop for a concert under the stars. Live like the locals as you pop-out your lawn chair and roll-out the picnic blanket, relax and experience the delight of live entertainment. johnscreekga.gov

MARIETTA

Taste of Marietta - Last Sunday in April Marietta’s fabulous food festival, which features tastes from over 70 restaurants and entertainment throughout the day. 770.429.1115; tasteofmarietta.com

Marietta Square Art Walk - First Friday of the month, year round This free, fun, self-guided walking tour through galleries, shops & restaurants, all featuring art and artists, is the perfect way to spend an evening exploring Marietta’s eclectic art scene. 770.429.1115; artwalkmarietta.com

Marietta, GA

Chalktoberfest - Mid October Sample craft beers, listen to live music from local artists, and watch professional chalk artists chalk the streets of the Marietta Square. 770.528.1444; chalktoberfest.com

Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour - First weekend in December This charming historic home tour features private historic houses and public buildings and has been named a Top 100 Event in North America and a Top Twenty Event in the South. 770.429.1115; mariettapilgrimage.com

PEACHTREE CITY

WWII Heritage Days - May Experience the sights and sounds of World War II when the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Dixie Wing hosts the annual WWII Heritage Days. They bring together re-enactors, WWII vehicles, vintage aircraft, authors, WWII Veterans and exhibits as a living history experience for the entire family. “WWII Heritage Days” is a community celebration that entertains and educates the entire family. wwiidays.org

Wing King Cook-Off - August Restaurants from throughout the area have wings for sale with dozens of flavors available. In addition to the judging panel, attendees can vote for their favorite wing in the People’s Choice Award. There’s live music, cornhole, and other activities on hand! facebook.com/events/494237521381104

Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival - September The Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival features a wide variety of handcrafted goods such as home décor, jewelry, accessories, garden items and much more. Approximately 135 arts, crafts and food vendors come from all over Georgia and nearby states to be a part of this annual show. 770.631.2525; peachtree-city.org/calendar

Dragon Boat Races - September The competition will feature teams from different communities and countries, and the excitement is sure to thrill. There will be competitive and exhibition races, entertainment all day, international food and drink vendors, and local artisans selling international-themed crafts. ptcdragonboats.org

Alive in Roswell - Every 3rd Thursday, April-October A free, family-friendly, street festival that takes place along Canton Street, City Hall Lawn, the East Alley and the Historic Town Square. Live music, food trucks, children’s activities, and more! 770.640.3253; visitroswellga.com

Flying Colors Butterfly Festival - June The Chattahoochee Nature Center celebrates pollinators in this annual event. Attend Butterfly School, enjoy food trucks, tour the grounds and be the first to experience the Butterfly Encounter Exhibit. 770.992.2055; chattnaturecenter.org

Roswell Lavender Festival - June Inspired by Barrington Hall’s own “lavender queen”, this festival was created to celebrate all things lavender. Activities include aroma-therapy, yoga, live music, shopping, eating and lavender plant demonstrations. 770.640.3253; visitroswellga.com

Roswell Wine Festival - October Stroll along Canton Street while enjoying over 30 premium wines and bites from some of Roswell’s restaurants. Put together by friends with a passion for wine, you can try exceptional wine and an incredible atmosphere! roswellwinefestival.com

1853 Living History Wedding of Mittie and Thee - December Mittie Bulloch and Theodore Roosevelt Sr. married in the parlor at Bulloch Hall in December 1853. See the live re-enactment of this romantic night in December on a special tour throughout the home. 770.992.1731; bullochhall.org

Food That Rocks - May For one night only, more than 20 of the best local restaurants rock the big tents in the heart of Sandy Springs. This all-inclusive event features food, wine, beer and cocktails, live music and benefits Sandy Springs-based charities. foodthatrocks.org

Sandy Springs Lantern Parade - June Participants “Take It To the River” for an illuminated night of fun at this parade of colorful lanterns that ends at Morgan Falls Overlook Park. visitsandysprings.org/lanternparade

Stars and Stripes Celebration - July Fireworks illuminate the skies above the King and Queen buildings in Sandy Springs at this annual event in celebration of our nation’s independence. visitsandysprings.org

Spooky Springs - October Join our costumed characters at Abernathy Greenway for a not-so-frightful event that’s perfect for young trick-or-treaters. The free event features trick-or-treat stations, face painting, and food for purchase. visitsandysprings.org/spooky-springs

Sandy Springs, GA

Sparkle Sandy Springs - December Kick off the holiday season at this festive, free event that features a parade, an illuminated wonderland complete with decorated six-foot-tall houses, a tree and menorah lighting, and so much more! visitsandysprings.org/ sparklesandysprings