SLIDE INTO SUMMER

Have a splashin’ good time at these fun water attractions that start the summer season in May.

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Opening May 13

This lakeside adventure is filled with fun and exciting rides, including sliding down the Black Out in total darkness, racing on dual mats, Family Fun Zone, and new attractions including an updated wave pool, Fin Dunker Bucket, summer tubing slide and more. 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy., Buford. 470-323-3440. $54.99; ages 3-7, $39.99; ages 2 and younger, free; parking, $20. margaritavilleresorts.com

Six Flags White Water

Opening May 6

New for 2023, Caribbean Cove is an exciting children’s AquaPlay structure. For daredevils, Python Plunge is a five-story waterslide with multiple swirls and saucer bowls for an adrenaline-pumping ride. With thrill rides, family rides and kids’ rides, there’s a special way for everyone in your crew to cool off in the water. 250 Cobb Pkwy., Marietta. 770-590-4067. $29.99+. sixflags.com/whitewater

Hurricane Harbor, Six Flags Over Georgia

Opening May 27

Part of Six Flags Over Georgia, admission to this exciting water park is included. Race down three thrilling slides with Bonzai Pipelines, catch a wave in the Calypso Bay Wave Pool, play in the 2,000-square-foot water playground Paradise Island and more. 275 Riverside Pkwy. SW, Austell. 770-739-3400. $34.99+; parking, $30. sixflags.com/overgeorgia

Buccaneer Cove, Malibu Norcross

Opening May 25

Lounge in a cabana while your kids enjoy this fivelevel-high water play area with four water slides, wet tunnels, spray loops, a giant splash bucket and spray cannons. Other fun attractions for more entertainment include go karts, miniature golf, batting cages and a huge game room. 5400 Brook Hollow Pkwy., Norcross. 770-416-7630. $15.99-$34.99; activities, extra. malibunorcross.com

TO THE BEACH!

You don’t have to go on a long road trip to enjoy the sand and the water — check out these beaches near metro Atlanta.

Acworth Beach at Cauble Park

Along with the beach, this 25-acre park contains fishing points, a boating ramp, a boardwalk, two playgrounds and more. Splash around in the swimming area before enjoying a picnic at one of the four pavilions or the lakeside gazebo. 4425 Beach St., Acworth. 770-917-1234. Non-resident parking, $15. acworth.org

Red Top Mountain State Park

Located on the 12,000-acre Lake Allatoona, this spot has a sand swimming beach nestled in a cove and surrounded by trees for a pretty and shady way to cool off. On the lake, try your hand at water skiing and fishing. Continue to explore the great outdoors with more than 15 miles of trails through the forested park, and your kids will enjoy the three playgrounds. 50 Lodge Rd. SE, Acworth. 770-975-0055. Parking, $5. gastateparks.org

Robin Lake Beach, Callaway Gardens

A bit outside of metro Atlanta, this one-mile white sand beach features a ton of outdoor recreation, including biking, ziplining, kayaking, paddle boarding and hiking. Or embrace the upcoming summer weather with a dip in the lake. On opening weekend, stop by to see the Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament. 17617 US-27, Pine Mountain. 800-225-5292. $24.95; ages 2 and younger, free. callawaygardens.com

Yellow House Parties

yellowhouseparties.com

Customized spa parties! Experience our beautiful venue where your princess will enjoy a pampering spa experience in spa robes, receive edible facials, mini manis & pedis, glitter makeovers, have a runway show and more. 470-301-3485.