IMAGINE MUSIC FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 5TH ANNIVERSARY WITH MONSTROUS FIRST ROUND LINEUP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/15/18

Armin Van Buuren, Alesso, Galantis, RL Grime, Zeds Dead and Special Guest: Adventure Club Top the Lineup, Along With Over 40 Additional Artists

 

Tickets Now On Sale For Atlanta’s Largest EDM Camping Festival

 

Once viewed as a burgeoning new festival filling a void in the Southeast, Imagine Music Festival now celebrates its 5th Anniversary as one of the nation’s most anticipated electronic dance music events. Preparing for its biggest year to date, Imagine has released the first phase of its lineup which includes some of the biggest and most exciting talent from around the globe. Returning to Atlanta Motor Speedway in Atlanta, Georgia on September 21 through 23, 2018, the first round of headliners for the highly-anticipated music and camping festival include:  Armin Van Buuren, Alesso, Galantis, RL Grime, Zeds Dead and special guest: Adventure Club. With still more headliners to be announced, this initial collection of top tier names are joined by over 40 additional artists.

Featuring four main stages, with more stages and artists to be announced, Imagine’s immersive aquatic fairytale will permeate the grounds of Atlanta Motor Speedway – from the infield to deep into the early morning in the camping areas. Additional artists on the 2018 performer lineup include: Oceania Stage: 12th Planet; Bear Grillz: Liquid Stranger; Riot Ten; Zaxx; Eddie Gold; Kevin Flum; Leah Culver; Midnite Panda; Ra; and Sunday Service. Amazonia Stage: GRiZ; ZHU; Cashmere Cat; Shpongle (Simon Posford DJ set); Ekali; Eoto; Lotus; Jai Wolf; SunSquabi; Higher Learning; Juju Beats; Levitation Jones; Protohype and Zen Selekta. Disco Inferno Stage: Green Velvet; Oliver Heldens; special guest: Noisia; Boogie T & Squnto; Chocolate Puma; EDX; Joker; Koan Sound; Shlump; Walker & Royce; Wax Motif; Afro Acid Block, with: Salah Ananse and DJ Kemit; Ariel; Exit 9; Halogen; Ployd; and White Rhino. Aeria Stage: Paul Oakenfold; Gabriel Dresden; DJ Dara; IV Lab; Bryson Taylor; and DaddyDough.

 

“Topping the prior year’s lineup has undoubtedly become a bigger challenge each year.” says Iris Presents founders Glenn and Madeleine Goodhand. “Through many special requests, our fans and the Imagine Family have helped to curate another dream lineup. Our fan support has been an integral part in this festival’s growth and we cannot wait to welcome you all back for our best year yet.”

Returning to Atlanta Motor Speedway for a third straight year this September 21-23, 2018, with early admission available on Thursday, Imagine continues to grow into the expansive venue further embracing the aquatic theme that runs throughout. Never ones to rest on their laurels, Imagine will be presenting fans with increased upgrades, based on feedback from its 2017 attendees. Imagine will continue to improve on the guest experience with more camping activities and services, additional entry and exits gates, improved VIP area, more custom stage designs and overall improvements to the site that will create better flow and shorter wait times. Throughout the aquatic wonderland there will be no shortage of aquatic creatures, dancers, cirque acts, art, workshops, the return of the Imagine pool and of course an even bigger and better lineup. As one of the country’s last remaining independent festivals, Imagine creates an all-encompassing, 360-degree sensory experience that blends music, circus troupes, performers, dancers, art, workshops, classes and more.

 

Tickets are available now starting at $219 for a 3-day pass and $285 for a 3-day pass with camping. VIP passes with express entry into festival, exclusive viewing areas, VIP bars and lounges, and private air-conditioned VIP trailer restrooms start at $360 for a 3-day pass and $479 with a

3-day pass with camping. Several lodging packages are available, including GA Camping, VIP Camping, RV Camping, Unity Travel Qube village and Hotels.  Tickets are available online at www.imaginefestival.com. Imagine Music Festival is an 18 and over event.

 

Imagine Music Festival is produced by Iris Presents. Visit www.imaginefestival.com for the most up-to-date information. Stay connected on Twitter at www.twitter.com/imaginemusicfes and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/imaginemusicfestival.

 

IMAGINE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2017 OFFICIAL AFTER MOVIE

CITY WINERY ANNOUNCES CULINARY AND BEVERAGE EVENTS FOR MAY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/14/18

A Month-Long Forager’s Feast, a Chardonnay Celebration, Five-Course Wine and Food Pairing, and More! 

 

City Winery, a restaurant, urban winery, private event space and intimate music venue, has released its May lineup of culinary and beverage events at the popular Atlanta location in Ponce City Market. Atlantans and visitors alike can take advantage of an array of mouthwatering opportunities including wine samplings and a seated seminar, a wine pairing dinner with American Airlines, weekly specials culled from local farms created by Executive Chef Nick Anderson and more this May.

 

On May 23rd, City Winery and American Airlines presents another installment of the First Class International Pairing Series. The event features wines that showcase the unique terroir of the Pacific Northwest, paired with a regionally-inspired, five-course menu curated by Executive Chef Nick Anderson.  Guests are automatically entered into a drawing to win two roundtrip tickets to any international destination serviced by American Airlines.  Starts 7 p.m. Tickets are $60 plus applicable fees.

 

On May 24th, join City Winery for a Sip, Paint & Socialize session with Tipsy Topics & Textures. Participants are invited to unleash their inner artist while indulging in the smoothest wine and engaging in a Tipsy Topic as their masterpiece unfolds. Starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35 plus applicable fees. 

 

Throughout May, City Winery is participating in the Forager’s Feast, an event designed to support Georgia’s food community by using locally-harvested food.  Each week, Executive Chef Nick Anderson creates a new dish that includes “foraged” ingredients, like mint, wild violets, gooseberries, mushrooms, and more.  To make reservations at The Barrel Room Restaurant, visit citywinery.com/atlanta.

 

May’s Wine of the Month is the “Capital South” Chardonnay, available for $4 off bottles all month in The Barrel Room Restaurant.

 

ELEGANT ART DECO INSPIRED COCKTAIL BAR: THE REGENT COCKTAIL CLUB NOW OPEN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/10/18

At The Regent Cocktail Club, every classic cocktail tells a story

With panoramic views of Atlanta, The Regent Cocktail Club, atop LDV’s American Cut, is a go-to spot for Buckhead nightlife. They pride themselves on crafting the perfect cocktail for your mood, as well as offering a mix of traditional and rum drinks inspired by Havana Nights. Some of the cocktail menu offerings include the Black Dahlia with Tito’s, elderflower, blackberry, and lemon, as well as a Sazerac, plus a cocktail named Southside of the Border with Avion Silver, mint, line, and bubbles. That sounds right up our alley. On top of the top-notch cocktail menu, they also have a nice wine list and some small bites.

Located at 3035 Peachtree Road Northeast, #140 Atlanta GA 30305

Open Hours Su-M 5-11 PM; T-Th 5-12 am; F-Sa 5-1 am

To look over their menu and get more information: https://www.regentcocktailclub.com/atlanta

SECOND SELF BEER COMPANY AND PINE STREET MARKET HOST FEED DIVERSITY BUILDING A BIGGER TABLE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/9/18

Event to Celebrate Atlanta’s Diverse Food & Beverage Community with Proceeds Benefiting Local Refugee Charities

Tickets Available Here

 

Atlanta craft brewery Second Self Beer Company and artisan butcher shop Pine Street Market are teaming up on Sunday, September 16th to host “Feed Diversity: Building a Bigger Table,” an event highlighting Atlanta’s diverse restaurant community. Friends Jason Santamaria of Second Self Beer and Rusty Bowers of Pine Street Market came up with the idea while discussing the global refugee crisis and the vast contributions of local refugees in building Atlanta’s food and beverage scene. The event will take place on Sunday, September 16th from 1-5pm at Second Self Beer Company on the Westside (1317 Logan Circle NW). Tickets are available for $28 per person (food only) or $42 per person (food and three pints).

 

Celebrating the rich cultural fabric that has shaped the food and beverage industry, Feed Diversity aims to raise awareness and funds for local refugee charities Global Growers and Friends of Refugees. The outdoor tasting event will feature Second Self pours and a pig roast and grilled chicken from Chef Andre Gomez of Porch Light Latin Kitchen in collaboration with Riverview Farms, Springer Mountain Farms and Big Green Egg. There will also be bites from Hyatt Regency, King of Pops, Saltyard, The Shed at Glenwood, South of Heaven BBQ, Steinbeck’s Ale House, and Taiyo Ramen. Refuge Coffee Co., which serves the global community in Clarkston through coffee-related job creation, job training, social networking and commerce, will also serve coffee beverages from their espresso cart.

Slingin’ Wings Festival 2018

Date: Saturday, May 12th

Time: Noon

About: Slingin’ Wings Festival is back for another year of our seriously saucy wing and beer festival! Join us on Saturday, May 12th, for Slingin’ Wings Festival where restaurants from all over the ATL will be slingin’ chicken wings for your tasting pleasure! Some of these restaurants include everyone from HOBNOB, Wing Factory, and Hudson Grill to Gilly’s and Smoke Ring. In addition to a full day of good eats, we’ve got an awesome lineup of frosty brews, live local music, plus wing eating contests and all your favorite tailgate games. Tickets are $15 for General Admission in advance and $20 at the door, while the Wing Lover’s Ticket is $35 in advance. The GA ticket includes entry to the festival, access to food, live music, and bars, as well as a People’s Choice voter’s ballot ad (4) wing vouchers. Wing Lover’s Ticket includes everything from the GA ticket plus (11) more wing vouchers and a 16oz souvenir tumbler. Looking for more than a taste? Not to worry! Each restaurant will be selling additional wings (~$1/wing), plus we’ll have a variety of local Atlanta restaurants serving up their full menus (and full-sized portions) available to purchase.

TICKETS AND/OR INFORMATION:

All information here

Chastain Park Spring Arts & Crafts Festival 2018

Date: Saturday, May 12th and Sunday, May 13th

Time: Varies

About: The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival will return to beautiful Chastain  Park along Park Drive in Buckhead for its ninth rendition on Saturday, May 12 and Sunday May 13, 2018. An ideal spot to take Mom this Mother’s Day, the award-winning, two-day festival features more than 185 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft artisans, glass blowers, jewelers and more.  Produced by the Foundation for Public Spaces, event goers are also invited to view artist demonstrations, enjoy live entertainment, and participate in hands-on activities.  The festival will also have a children’s area, food trucks, beverages and a small stage for live acoustic music performances. The festival is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome.

TICKETS AND/OR INFORMATION:

All information here