MAKE MEMORIES THIS MONTH AT HALCYON’S MAY EVENTS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/13/24

Forsyth County’s premier mixed-use village invites the community to play, shop, dine and experience what’s new

Head to Halcyon next month for an exciting line-up of events in May. Kick off the month enjoying live music every weekend by local bands at Groovin’ on the Green; get your sweat on with fan-favorite Farm Animal Yoga; celebrate Mother’s Day and Cinco de Mayo; and take advantage of the spring weather by dining on one of the many outdoor patios at Halcyon’s restaurants. 

The full May events schedule is outlined below:

Groovin’ on the Green

Fridays and Saturdays in May from 6 – 9 p.m.

Celebrate the weekend by dancing and singing along to live musical performances on Village Green. Enjoy local bands across a variety of genres playing top hits. On the last Saturday of each month, Cherry Street Brewpub will host live music on its patio adjacent to Village Green. Guests can treat themselves to a craft brew and groove to live music playing all around the village! Halcyon has an open container policy, however outside food or beverages are prohibited. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays through October from 10 a.m. – noon

Preschoolers are invited to play and make new friends at Halcyon’s free Kids Club! Enjoy rotating activities each week ranging from arts and crafts, dance, animal encounters, story time, puppet shows, music and so much more. Themes and activities vary each week and will be announced on Halcyon’s Facebook page and Instagram stories. A parent or guardian is required to stay with each child during the event. Afterward, enjoy lunch or a sweet treat at one of Halcyon’s kid-friendly restaurants. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations 

May 4 – May 5

Halcyon is the place to be for Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Whether you want to celebrate on Saturday, Sunday or all weekend long, here’s where you want to be:

Hobnob/Eclipse di Luna’s 2-Day Cinco de Mayo Celebration will take place in the Halcyon Garden Overlook behind Hobnob/Eclipse on May 4 from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. and May 5 from noon until close. The event will feature live music, Latin international DJs, food tents serving up giant paella, pig roast, tacos, adult snow cones and multiple bars offering Margaritas, Mojitos, Palomas, Cantaritos and more.

CT Cantina Taqueria’s Cinco de Mayo Street Party will take place in the Halcyon Event Lot on May 5 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests can enjoy a live DJ, mariachi band and face painting. CT will serve tacos, street corn, churros and ice-cold margaritas and beer.

Farm Animal Yoga

Saturday, May 11 at 10 and 11 a.m.

Mooove on over to Halcyon for Farm Animal Yoga, featuring live animals from North Georgia Wildlife Park! Treat your mind and body to a relaxing session of yoga appropriate for all skill levels, accompanied by adorable furry friends. Participants must bring their own yoga mat and are welcome to pause and take photos with the animals during the session. For more information or to fill out the waiver prior to class, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Mother’s Day at Halcyon

Sunday, May 12 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Come celebrate Mother’s Day at Halcyon with special events on Sunday, May 12 and all weekend long to celebrate the mother figure in your life. Moms and their families can enjoy Mother’s Day brunches at Halcyon’s restaurants, a permanent jewelry pop-up, live music, a special Mother’s Day photo backdrop, King of Pops and Southern Nut Truck Pop-ups, the Gussied Up Flower Truck and much more! For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Summer Kick-Off Party

Friday, May 31 from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Head to Halcyon for a Summer Kick-off Party for the whole family. The blowout party to kick off Summer will be spread across the green space at Halcyon and Cherry Street. There will be games and prizes for kids, face painting, Don Q pouring samples, cotton candy characters, a dessert cart, live music and select adult and kids drinks from Cherry Street’s outdoor bar. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.