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ROSWELL MUSIC FESTIVAL 2025

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/6/25

Roswell Music Festival Returns to Canton Street, April 26, 2025, with Headliner Drivin N Cryin

The highly anticipated Roswell Music Festival is set to return for its third year on Saturday, April 26, 2025, bringing an unforgettable day of live music, community spirit, and celebration to Historic Downtown Roswell. This year’s festival promises an incredible lineup, an expanded VIP experience, and continued philanthropic support for Shepherd’s Men, Hop On A Cure, and Rock for Rescues.

Leading this year’s festival is the legendary Southern rock band Drivin N Cryin, known for their timeless hits and high-energy performances. Joining them on stage will be an eclectic mix of talented artists, including Frankly Scarlet, Canyonland ft. Michelle Malone, Cousin Curtiss, Dock Rock Radio, and Penelope Road. With multiple acts throughout the day, festival goers can expect a dynamic blend of rock, Americana, and jam band sounds that create the perfect festival atmosphere.

Beyond the music, Roswell Music Festival remains committed to giving back to the community. A portion of this year’s proceeds will benefit Shepherd’s Men, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans recovering from traumatic brain injuries and PTSD, Hop On A Cure supporting research to prevent, reverse, and cure ALS, and Rock for Rescues, which provides aid to local animal welfare organizations. By attending, festival guests will not only enjoy an incredible day of music but also contribute to three meaningful causes.

Tickets for the 2025 Roswell Music Festival are now available for purchase via Freshtix (https://www.freshtix.com/events/roswellmusicfestival-2025). Early bird pricing is available through February 23rd, offering General Admission tickets for $35. After this date, General Admission increases to $40, and tickets will be available for $45 at the gate on the day of the festival.

For those looking to enhance their festival experience, a limited number of Variant Brewing VIP tickets are on sale for $150, offering exclusive access to a private tent with premium spirits, comfortable seating, clean, air-conditioned bathroom trailer, catered food by Bask Steakhouse, and the best views of the stage.

Festival Details & FAQs

  • Location: The festival will take place at 37 Magnolia Street, Roswell, GA 30075, in a convenient and vibrant setting adjacent to Rock ‘N’ Taco.
  • Parking: There is ample parking available across Atlanta Street at Roswell City Hall. There are also many church parking lots and street parking spaces available on Mimosa Boulevard between Magnolia Street and Marietta Highway. 
  • Festival Hours: Gates open at 12:00 PM, and the music continues until 10:00 PM.
  • Rain or Shine: The festival will take place regardless of weather conditions. 
  • Family-Friendly Event: Children under 10 can attend for free with a ticketed adult.
  • Accessibility: The festival is ADA-compliant, with accessible entry and restrooms available.
  • Food & Drinks: Craft beer and wine will be available for purchase, and food will be provided by From the Earth Brewing.

Interested vendors and sponsors are invited to join the Roswell Music Festival in bringing this incredible event to life. For sponsorship and vendor opportunities, please contact info@roswellmusicfestival.com.

Don’t miss out on an incredible day of live music, local flavor, and community spirit. Grab your tickets now, spread the word, and get ready to experience Roswell Music Festival 2025!

FEBRUARY FESTIVITIES AT ATLANTIC STATION: CULTURE, CUISINE AND COMMUNITY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/1/25

Experience Lively Events in the Heart of Atlanta, Including the Lunar New Year Festival, Hello Kitty Café Truck, Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival & So Much More!


Food, festivals, and fan-favorites return this February at Atlantic Station! Celebrate a month full of vibrant activities, the Lunar New Year, and the season of love. Enjoy the dazzling Lunar New Year Lantern Show, catch exciting Overtime Elite basketball games, and indulge at the Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival. Whether you’re here for the Hello Kitty Café Truck or a sophisticated high tea at Millennium Gate, Atlantic Station is your ultimate hub for February fun. Plan your visit and make the most of these exciting events in the Heart of ATL!

Atlantic Station’s February Calendar of Events includes:

Through Sunday, Feb. 16: LUNAR NEW YEAR LANTERN SHOW
Located on Atlantic Green | 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. EDT
Experience an enchanting celebration of Lunar New Year featuring lights, music and visuals at the top of every hour from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the Atlantic Green. The nightly show features a beautifully designed “fog” breathing dragon, known as a Chinese symbol of good fortune, emerging from a cloud of fog near Atlantic Green and over 400 red lanterns illuminating the area for a special lantern show to honor the spiritual tradition that celebrates the reunion of loved ones. Visit here to learn more.

Saturday, Feb. 1: LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY LEXUS
Located on Atlantic Green | 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. EDT
Join the Heart of Atlanta in honoring Lunar New Year with a festival full of traditional rituals and fun for the entire family. The festivities include a mesmerizing Lion Dance, a captivating Kung Fu/Tai Chi performance, a symbolic craft station, a flower truck and a reader who will tell you about your year using your Chinese Zodiac sign! Lexus will also be onsite providing custom calligraphy. Visit here to learn more.
Curfew Notice: All youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian after 3 p.m. No individuals under 21 are permitted on property after 9 p.m. All guests may be subject to presenting ID to verify age.

Thursday, Feb. 13: GALENTINE’S DAY EVENT
Located on Atlantic Green | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with your favorite gals! Atlantic Station will be offering a floral arrangement class on Atlantic Green. Stay tuned on atlanticstation.com for more information!

Saturday, Feb. 15: HELLO KITTY CAFÉ TRUCK
Located at West District Avenue | 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. EDT
The iconic Hello Kitty Café Truck returns to Atlantic Station. Come say hello and pick up some delicious Hello Kitty-themed treats and merch while supplies last! Please note that the Hello Kitty Café Truck accepts only credit and debit card payments. Visit here to learn more.

Sunday, Feb. 16: MILLENNIUM GATE HIGH TEA
Located at Millennium Gate Museum | 12 p.m. & 4 p.m.EDT
Join the Millenium Gate Museum for authentic Valentine’s Day-themed British tea-time in the Heart of Atlanta. This immersive afternoon tea experience surrounds guests with the richness of Atlanta history and culture while highlighting the traditions of tea from across the pond. Fresh scones and sandwiches provided by The Ginger Room. All experiences include museum admission and a guided tour. Visit here to learn more and secure tickets.  

Saturday, Feb. 22: BEER, BOURBON AND BBQ FESTIVAL
Located at Pinnacle Lot | 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. EDT
Indulge in a barbeque feast at the 13th annual Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival at the Pinnacle Lot! Spend the day outdoors soaking up the pleasures true Southerners live by – beer, bourbon, barbeque, bacon, biscuits and bluegrass! The VIP early entry begins at noon, while general admission starts at 2 p.m. Tickets include a souvenir glass and, most importantly, all-you-can-taste samples. Visit here to learn more and purchase tickets.

Throughout February: OVERTIME ELITE GAMES
Located at OTE Arena | Times Vary
Experience thrilling basketball matchups amongst the nation’s top amateur players at Overtime Elite. Launched in 2021, OTE is an alternative option for young players aspiring to make it to the NBA, offering athletes state-of-the-art training facilities, personalized education, media training and more. Throughout the season, experience exciting activities, including special performances, celebrity guests, surprise giveaways and more! See below for the February schedule and purchase tickets here.
Saturday, Feb. 1 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 8 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Throughout February: VALENTINE’S DAY DINING
Locations Vary | Times Vary
Atlantic Station’s dining scene is celebrating the month of love with special Valentine’s Day offers you don’t want to miss! Atlantic Grill will have DJ Syrian on Feb. 14 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., along with $1 off glasses of wine and $4 off bottles. Azotea is hosting a Valentine’s Day popup bar now until Feb. 28 with three festive drink options. Join California Pizza Kitchen from Feb. 10 through Feb. 16 for the sweetest meal for two, including one starter, two entrees and one dessert. During this time, heart-shaped pizzas are also available. Gyu-Kaku is offering prix-fixe courses and a special dessert from Feb. 4 to Feb. 17. HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern has extensive offerings for Galentine’s Day on Feb. 13, a Valentine’s Day celebration with live entertainment on Feb. 14, and Valentine’s Day brunch on Feb. 15 and Feb. 16. Kilwin’s is offering a 10% discount on chocolate covered strawberries preordered by Feb. 12. NaanStop is offering a Valentine’s Day special for two, including an appetizer, two entrees, Basmati rice, samosas and a bottle of wine for $44.99. Stay tuned on atlanticstation.com for a list of full Valentine’s Day dining offers!

RING IN THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE WITH ATLANTIC STATION

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Posted by Liz and Attaway, 1/29/25

Join the Fun at the 5th Annual Lunar New Year Festival Presented by Lexus!

Atlantic Station’s Lunar New Year Festival
Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 | 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.          
Atlantic Station | Atlantic Green | 1380 Atlantic Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30363
Free | Two hours of complimentary parking in the deck below

Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is traced back to approximately 3,500 years ago and is one of the most significant festivals in Chinese and East Asian cultures to celebrate the start of a new year. The years are marked in cycles of 12, with each year represented by a rotation of animals based on the tale of a “Great Race” of animals by the Jade Emperor. This year, Lunar New Year falls on Wednesday, Jan. 29, making it the Year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom, transformation and renewal.   

This free event promises a memorable celebration for all to enjoy! Visit here for all the details.

Curfew Notice:
All youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian after 3 p.m. No individuals under 21 are permitted on property after 9 p.m. All guests may be subject to presenting ID to verify age.

The fun doesn’t stop there, beginning late January and running through Sunday, Feb. 16, experience an enchanting display of lights, music and visuals at the top of every hour from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the Atlantic Green. The nightly show features a beautifully designed, 90-foot-long dragon with over 25,000 lights, known as a Chinese symbol of good fortune, emerging from a cloud of fog near Atlantic Green and over 400 red lanterns illuminating the area for a special lantern show to honor the spiritual tradition that celebrates the reunion of loved ones. Visit here for more information.

LET CREATIVITY BLOOM AT AFFPS’ 2025 SPRING FESTIVALS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/28/25

Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces 2025 Spring festival line-up.

Spring is in the Air at the Spring Festival on Ponce

Celebrating blooming flowers, sunshine and warmer weather, the annual Spring Festival on Ponce is returning to historic Olmsted Linear Park on Saturday, April 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, festival-goers are invited explore and purchase works from approximately 125 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft workers, glass blowers, jewelers and more. While taking in the beautiful landscape and charming park, attendees can enjoy an array of local food trucks, beverages, a children’s play area, a DJ, and much more. The event is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome. For more information about the Spring Festival on Ponce (1451 Ponce de Leon Avenue N.E., Atlanta, GA 30307), please visit www.festivalonponce.comor www.affps.com.  

Hop Over to Sandy Springs Artsapalooza Easter Weekend 

Sandy Springs Artsapalooza returns on Saturday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The award-winning, free festival features more than 150 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft makers, glass blowers, jewelers and more. Transforming the tree-lined streets of Sandy Springs into an expansive outdoor art gallery, festival-goers will have the opportunity to view artist demonstrations, participate in hands-on art activities, and enjoy music. The event also has an expansive children’s area and plenty of food trucks and beverages for all tastes. At 2 p.m. on Easter Sunday, the festival is once again hosting the largest Easter Egg Hunt in Sandy Springs with over 10,000 hidden Easter eggs. Kids are asked to arrive early with a small bag or basket. The festival is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome. For more information about Sandy Springs Artsapalooza (6100 Lake Forest Dr. NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328), visit sandyspringsartsapalooza.com or www.affps.com

Sip, Shop and Stroll at Roswell Spring Arts Festival 

Kick off the month of May at the Roswell Spring Arts Festival on Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the grounds of Roswell City Hall. Known for its preservation of history, celebration of the arts and cultivation of the entrepreneurial spirit, Roswell is recognized as a family-friendly and enthusiastic art-buying community. A fun and free annual tradition, the two-day outdoor festival will feature approximately 100 painters, photographers, sculptors, metalworkers, glass artists, jewelers and more. Festival goers will also have the opportunity to view artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, dance performances, food trucks with healthy alternatives and more. The festival is open to all ages and dogs are welcome. For more information about the Roswell Spring Arts Festival (38 Hill Street, Roswell, GA 30075) visit www.roswellartfestival.com or  www.affps.com

Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend at Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival

Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival will return to beautiful Chastain Park on Park Drive in Buckhead on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. An ideal destination to bring the family and pups, the award-winning, two-day festival is free to attend and features more than 185 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft artisans, glass blowers, jewelers and more. Eventgoers are also invited to view artist demonstrations, enjoy live acoustic music, DJs, an expansive children’s area, and food trucks and beverages for all tastes. Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival (4469 Stella Drive, Atlanta, GA 30327) takes place rain or shine and is open to all ages. For more information, please visit www.chastainparkartsfestival.comand www.affps.com.  

Art is in Bloom at the Duluth Spring Arts Festival 

An annual traditional, Duluth Springs Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The award-winning, two-day, outdoor festival will be held in the fun, vibrant, and culturally diverse City of Duluth, which is home to one of the largest and most enthusiastic art-buying communities in Georgia. Featuring a diverse mix of painters, photographers, sculptors, metalworkers, glass artists, jewelers, and more, festival goers will have the opportunity to explore, shop, view artist demonstrations, and enjoy mouthwatering eats, live music, and much more. The festival is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome. For more information about the Duluth Springs Arts Festival (3167 Main Street, Duluth, GA 30096), visit www.duluthartsfestival.com or www.affps.com

Spring has Sprung at the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival 

Join the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces as they celebrate the return of the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival on Saturday, May 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The two-day festival will once again be held in Historic Fourth Ward Park which is conveniently located along the bustling Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail. Festival goers are invited to explore painting, photography, ceramics, glass, jewelry, woodwork and handcrafted items. The festival also features live DJs courtesy of Captains of Revelry, food vendors, drinks, a children’s area, art demonstrations, games, and more. The event is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome. For more information about the Sandy Springs Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival (592 N. Angier Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308), visit www.oldfourthwardparkartsfestival.com or www.affps.com. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/OldFourthWardParkArtsFestival.

PANDA FEST DEBUTING IN GEORGIA THIS SPRING FOR A CELEBRATIONOF AAPI FOOD, PERFORMANCE, AND CULTURE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/13/24

APRIL 4-6, 2025


Festival Tickets Go on Sale This Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 10 a.m.

Atlanta’s pandas may have had to return to China last year, but panda lovers have something new to look forward to this spring! Panda Fest is bringing an interactive panda-themed food and cultural experience to Atlanta happening April 4-6, 2025! Taking place at Atlantic Station’s Pinnacle Lot, this event is one of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S. featuring experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs that highlight the vibrant foods, arts and cultural traditions across Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) cultures.
 
Panda Fest was created by the founders of Dragon Fest, one of the largest Asian food and culture festivals in the nation. Panda Fest originated as a one-day event called Panda Day, featuring panda-themed foods, activities, games, and raffles. Beloved by many, demand grew, and now, Panda Fest has evolved into a multi-day experience that will be featured in a number of U.S. cities throughout 2025 with Atlanta serving as the first destination outside of New York.
 
“We’re thrilled to bring Panda Fest to the vibrant city of Atlanta,” said BiuBiu Xu, Founder of Panda Fest. “This family-friendly event offers a unique and exciting opportunity for people of all backgrounds to come together and learn about, experience and celebrate AAPI cultures. Along with our amazing vendors traveling from New York to showcase their incredible foods and crafts, we’ll also have local vendors from Atlanta to create a rich and diverse cultural experience. We’re excited to make Panda Fest a memorable event for Atlanta’s dynamic community for years to come.”
 
Panda Fest will take attendees on a culinary journey through Asia, with a lineup of 100+ food stalls and trucks serving over 300 types of delicious cuisine from countries like China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and more. Festivalgoers will also experience a market fair with over 20 vendors selling crafts, clothing, accessories, and other merchandise inspired by Asian culture, including traditional calligraphy art, artisanal t-shirts, and more. Of course, panda-themed items and fun will be on full display throughout the festival, including a massive 15-foot inflatable panda, a panda bounce ring, and vendors offering panda-themed treats and trinkets. Panda Fest will also feature live cultural performances and craft demonstrations, with highlights including lion dance shows, theatrical acts, K-pop dance routines, sugar painting, paper cutting, and more. Those interested in becoming a vendor, sponsor or participant in this year’s Panda Fest can apply here.
 
Tickets for Panda Fest will go on sale on Wednesday, Jan. 15. There will be a limited number of Early Bird tickets available through Sunday, Feb. 9 at 10 p.m. Each ticket will cover admission to the festival, with General Admission tickets including two free gifts (one customized festival pin and an inflatable panda headband) and VIP tickets including access to VIP bathrooms, experiences, a VIP bar, and an additional gift (a festival bag). For more information and to purchase tickets once they go live, visit the Panda Fest website at www.pandafests.com. Stay tuned on the Panda Fest Instagram (@pandafestatlanta) for all the latest information on the festival. Panda Fest is a rain or shine event.

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BIGGEST AND BRIGHTEST “WINTER LANTERN FESTIVAL” YET IN ATLANTA WITH 50% MORE LANTERNS & EXPANDED OFFERINGS FOR ALL FAMILIES TO ENJOY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/28/24

Kaleido Entertainment presents a dazzling world of light, featuring an additional 500 lanterns (now a record 1,500 handmade Chinese lanterns), running through early January

New this year are Chinese Acrobats with dazzling performances brightening up the crowd;

Family Thursdays and fun activities brighten up the holidays with special 50% Black Friday discounts

The Winter Lantern Festival is brightening up the Atlanta metro area this holiday season, creating a must-see display of electrifying lights made from more than 1,500 handmade Chinese lanterns, offering guests more lanterns than ever before. Running through January 5, guests of all ages can experience the whimsical walk-through for an unforgettable holiday treat with a record number of lanterns that the festival expanded just in time for the peak holiday season.

Location details include:

  • Location: Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
  • Days: Thursdays to Sundays through January 5, 2025
  • Times: 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., with last entrance at 8:30 p.m.

The Winter Lantern Festival also announced a special treat for families looking to visit this holiday season, offering 50% off for Black Friday (code: Black Friday) along with Family Thursdays where a family pack of five tickets is also about 50% off. On Sundays throughout the festival, kid-friendly experiences such as dino rides and a bounce house will also be included in each ticket.

Guests enter and wander through a wonderland of light and color inspired by Chinese myths, legends, and zodiacs. Each artisan-made lantern is made of hand painted silk cloth draped over a frame filled with LED lights and will mesmerize attendees as they traverse through the photo-worthy luminescent night walk.

In addition to the spectacular lights display, guests can also enjoy live entertainment by the Zigong Acrobatic Troupe, a new treat for this year, along with food, drinks and gifts and other attractions such as sugar paintings, interactive light swings, see-saws, tunnels, and many majestic creatures.

The festival has been widely successful across various eastern U.S. cities in the past, including three consecutive years of sell-out runs in New York City, Washington D.C., and Atlanta where it welcomed more than 150,000 guests annually.

“We’re thrilled to make this the biggest Winter Lantern Festival yet in expanding with 500 additional lanterns to create an even more magical experience here in Atlanta, and at all our locations,” said Xiao Tian Falig, Chief Executive Officer.  “Since we started in New York in 2018, demand has skyrocketed, and we’ve been able to expand to new cities year after year. Now we are expanding the festival itself, working with our artists to celebrate culture, family and the holidays.”

Ticket prices start at $16.99 for children and $26.99 for adults, and are now available here. To learn more about the experience, please visit at www.winterlanternfestival.com.

SHOP AND CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING WEEKEND AT PIEDMONT HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/27/24

Free, Two-Day Festival Centered Around the Spirit of Holiday Gifting

Saturday, November 30th and Sunday, December 1st

Get into the spirit of giving at the third annual Piedmont Holiday Gift Market. Presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, the two-day event will take place in Piedmont Park in the heart of Midtown, Thanksgiving weekend, Saturday, November 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 1 2024  from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festival goers are invited to sip on hot cocoa, listen to holiday music, and stroll through the park while exploring gift items from a variety of artists including painters, photographers, sculptors, glass blowers, leather and metalworkers, jewelers, and crafters. The Piedmont Holiday Gift Market (1071 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309) is free to attend for all ages and welcomes dogs. For more information, visit  www.facebook.com/PiedmontParkHolidayMarket and www.facebook.com/affps.  

ENJOY FREE FALL FESTIVITIES AT THE AVENUE WEST COBB’S ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/20/24

Celebrate spooky season with fall favorites including trick-or-treating, strolling

entertainers and movie characters, a pet costume contest and much more

The Avenue West Cobb, an outdoor lifestyle shopping center, is celebrating the year’s spookiest season with their annual Fall Festival held on Thursday, October 31 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

“The season filled with cozy sweaters and frightful delights is finally upon us! The Avenue West Cobb is kicking off another wonderful holiday season with our beloved fall festival featuring activities for everyone in the family,” said John Liu, general manager at The Avenue West Cobb. “Whether you’re bringing the kids to collect their sweet treats or dressing up your furry friends for our first-ever pet costume contest, you’re certain to have an incredible time.”

Free and open to the public, the Fall Festival is the perfect way to enjoy Halloween in a fun, family-friendly environment. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in store-to-store trick-or-treating and pick up delicious candy treats from their favorite tenants around The Avenue. Additional activities include pumpkin picking, a creepy crawlers exhibit, a kid’s maze, a balloonist, magician and face painter, as well as strolling entertainers and movie characters. Fall Festival attendees can also capture photos at a special photo backdrop near Barnes & Noble.

In addition to these activities, Marietta community members can dress up their furry friends and bring them along for the fun to enter them into the center’s first-ever pet costume contest. Categories include best costume, funniest costume, scariest costume and best group costume. Winners will receive a ribbon, free dog toy and bragging rights. 

The event is weather permitting. For more information, please visit https://www.avenuewestcobb.com

LIGHT UP YOUR OCTOBER AT ATLANTIC STATION’S DIWALI FESTIVAL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/14/24

Tuesday, 10/29 from 6-10pm

Atlantic Station is partnering with Atlanta Film Society, a cornerstone of the city’s vibrant arts community, known for supporting independent artists and hosting the prestigious Atlanta Film Festival, and NaanStop, a popular family-owned Indian restaurant located in Atlantic Station, to light up your October with its inaugural Diwali Festival. Known as the festival of lights, Diwali is a cherished holiday celebrated across India and worldwide. Serving as the conclusion of the festival season, the festival gets its name from the row (avail) of clay lamps (deepa) that people light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects them from spiritual darkness. Join Atlantic Station for an unforgettable night of cultural celebration.

This vibrant event will kick off with a Bollywood movie screening of the classic “Dil to Pagal Hai” (1997) at 6 p.m., followed by various festive activities, including:

  • Traditional Indian dance performances and décor
  • Mehndi (henna tattoos)
  • Craft stations
  • Instagram-worthy moments

In addition to complimentary activities, guests can purchase Indian food from NaanStop, delicious Indian cocktails and chai, and shop from various specialty vendors.

This is a unique opportunity to experience India’s sights, sounds, and tastes right in the heart of Atlanta. Whether it’s your first Diwali or you’ve celebrated before, this is a night you won’t want to miss! Click here for up-to-date event information.

STONE MOUNTAIN PARK HOSTS 23RD ANNUAL NATIVE AMERICAN FESTIVAL & POW WOW

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/25/24

The Native American Festival & Pow Wow begins Oct. 31 and runs through Nov. 3. With multiple tribes represented, the festival is considered the largest gathering of its kind in Georgia and a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society.

Held at Stone Mountain Park’s Historic Square, visitors will experience the southeast’s premier Native American cultural festival through dance, music, interactive educational displays, authentic craft demonstrations, cooking traditions, storytelling, wildlife presentations, and more.

The event showcases cultural and educational activities for families to experience. Discover the central role of dance in native culture as Native Americans from across the U.S. and Central America compete in intertribal dance and drum competitions. Learn about primitive skills such as flint-knapping, bow-making, fire-starting, open-fire cooking, and pottery. Guests can explore an encampment showing the lifestyle of local and regional historic Native American cultures where they can crawl inside tipis and other traditional native dwellings.

The four-day festival also includes an artists’ marketplace where shoppers will find one-of-a-kind items. World-renowned Native and Native-inspired artists and crafters demonstrate their skills and offer hand-crafted items for sale.

Dates and times for the festival are as follows:

Thursday and Friday | Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 | 9 AM to 3 PM

Saturday | Nov. 2 | 10:00 AM to 5 PM

Sunday | Nov. 3 | 10:00 AM to 5 PM

For tickets and information, please visit www.stonemountainpark.com or call 478-478-6686.

School groups interested in attending may contact the group sales office through this booking link

or 770-498-5636.

Listed in Frommer’s 500 Places to Visit with Your Kids Before They Grow Up and cited by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution as one of “35 Natural Wonders in Georgia You Must See Before You Die,” Stone Mountain Park is located 15 miles east of downtown Atlanta. For more information, visit www.stonemountainpark.com, or follow on Facebook and Instagram for updates.