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ATLANTA SUMMER HALAL FOOD FESTIVAL EXPANDSTO TWO DAYS + MOVES TO ATLANTA BELTLINE – NOW JULY 18TH AND 19TH

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/3/26

2026 Festival Sets Up at Historic Old Fourth Ward Skatepark July 18-19 | Tickets On Sale Now
 

WHAT:
Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival

WHEN:
Saturday, July 18 + Sunday, July 19 | 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

WHERE:
Historic Old Fourth Ward Skatepark Eastside Trail BeltLine

TICKETS:
Tickets are available here. Ticket options include Saturday or Sunday General Admission ($15), 2-Day General Admission ($25), Saturday or Sunday Family Packs ($50), and 2-Day Family Packs ($85). Children ages 7 and under receive free entry.

INFO:
Please visit the festival website here and @atlsummerhalalfoodfest on Instagram.

Following a highly successful debut in 2025, the Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival returns this summer with a brand-new location and expanded two-day format. Taking place Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19 at the Historic Old Fourth Ward Skatepark Eastside Trail BeltLine, the second annual festival will once again bring together halal cuisine, culture, entertainment, and community for an inclusive weekend celebration in the heart of Atlanta.
 
Hosted by the Atlanta Muslim Festival Collective (AMFC), the organization behind Atlanta’s growing lineup of halal food and cultural festivals including the Atlanta Ramadan Food Festival and Atlanta Halal Fall Festival, the Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival has quickly become one of the city’s most anticipated multicultural food events. Following strong attendance and community support during its inaugural year, the festival’s expansion reflects AMFC’s continued mission to create large-scale cultural experiences that celebrate diversity, connection, and small businesses throughout metro Atlanta.
 
Located along one of Atlanta’s premier trails with easy access, ample nearby parking, and walkable connectivity to surrounding neighborhoods and businesses, the Historic Old Fourth Ward Skatepark Eastside Trail BeltLine offers an energetic backdrop for the festival experience. Guests can expect a lively outdoor atmosphere featuring an extensive lineup of halal food vendors from across the Southeast, artisan merchants, family-friendly activities, live entertainment, cultural experiences, and more throughout the weekend.
 
“We were truly overwhelmed by the response to our first Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival and the incredible support from both Muslim and non-Muslim communities across metro Atlanta,” said Hasnain Lakhani, Founder of the Atlanta Muslim Festival Collective, Atlanta restaurateur, and entrepreneur. “Expanding to two days and moving to the BeltLine allows us to continue growing the experience in an even more accessible and vibrant location while creating additional opportunities for small businesses, food vendors, and community partners to participate. Our goal has always been to create welcoming events where everyone can gather, discover incredible food, and celebrate the diversity that makes Atlanta so special.”
 
A longtime metro Atlanta entrepreneur and business owner, Lakhani has helped launch and operate multiple restaurants, hospitality, and community-centered ventures throughout the region. Through AMFC, he has focused on creating large-scale events that not only spotlight halal cuisine and Muslim culture but also provide meaningful opportunities for local entrepreneurs, small businesses, and first-time vendors to connect with new audiences and grow their brands.
 
Festival attendees will once again have the opportunity to explore a wide variety of halal cuisine ranging from global street foods and authentic cultural dishes to desserts, specialty beverages, and modern halal culinary concepts. Like kosher or plant-based cuisine, halal food is something anyone can enjoy, and the festival remains committed to creating an environment that is educational, welcoming, and inclusive for guests of all backgrounds.
 
In addition to food offerings, the Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival will feature a live DJ, family-friendly games and activities, park access, a dedicated kids’ area, complimentary water stations, photo opportunities, and a vibrant artisan market showcasing local businesses, handmade goods, clothing, art, jewelry, fragrances, and more.

Tickets are now available here. Guests will receive a special festival passport allowing attendees to collect global cuisine stamps inspired by the different countries and cultures represented throughout the festival. Tickets also include customized paper hand fans and RFID wristbands featuring scannable QR codes linked to a complimentary digital photo gallery, serving as both a practical keepsake and memorable souvenir from the event. Final ticket prices will include taxes and fees.
 
The Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival is proudly supported by community partners, including HUM TV, Cravova, Zakat Foundation of America, and Islamic Relief USA, organizations committed to humanitarian relief, charitable engagement, and strengthening local communities.
 
Additional event programming, vendor announcements, sponsors, and entertainment details will be announced in the coming weeks. The Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival is a rain-or-shine event unless severe weather conditions require cancellation. For more information on the event, please visit the website here.

TWENTY ONE PILOTS, THE STROKES, GORILLAZ TO HEADLINE SHAKY KNEES 2026

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/18/26

LINEUP INCLUDES LCD SOUNDSYSTEM, PIERCE THE VEIL, 

TURNSTILE, WU-TANG CLAN, THE PRODIGY, 

FONTAINES D.C., PAVEMENT, GEESE, KNOCKED LOOSE, 

DANNY ELFMAN, MODEST MOUSE AND MANY MORE 

SEPTEMBER 18-20, 2026

PIEDMONT PARK

ATLANTA, GA 

PRESALE BEGINS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 AT 9AM ET

Twenty One Pilots, The Strokes and Gorillaz will headline the 13th edition of Shaky Knees Music Festival, returning September 18-20 to Atlanta’s crown jewel, Piedmont Park. The stacked lineup will bring over 50 performances across four stages including LCD Soundsystem, Pierce The Veil, Turnstile, Wu-Tang Clan, The Prodigy, Fontaines D.C., Pavement, Geese, Knocked Loose, Danny Elfman, Modest Mouse,Blood Orange, Jimmy Eat World, Hot Mulligan and many more. Fans can sign up now for the festival SMS list at ShakyKneesFestival.com to receive a passcode to the presale beginning Thursday, February 26 at 9am ET with access to the guaranteed lowest-priced tickets from 9am to 10am ET. 1-Day, 2-Day and 3-Day ticket types will be available including GA, GA+, VIP, Platinum and Ultimate, plus 3-Day group Cabanas and Bungalows. Any remaining tickets will go on sale to the public following the presale.

GA+ tickets provide unlimited access to the centrally located GA+ Lounge with views of both Peachtree and Piedmont Stages, shade, relaxing seating, air-conditioned restrooms, lawn games, a private bar with drinks for purchase, plus dedicated GA+ hospitality staff for all your festival needs. VIP offers unlimited access to the VIP Lounges at Peachtree, Piedmont and Ponce de Leon Stages with direct access to premium on-field viewing areas, air-conditioned restrooms, lockers and mobile charging units for rent, dedicated festival merch store, a dedicated VIP entrance lane at the main festival entrance and more. Platinum tickets offer all GA+ and VIP amenities plus exclusive front-of-stage viewing at Peachtree, Piedmont and Ponce de Leon Stages with complimentary beer, seltzer and water, access into the air-conditioned Platinum Lounge located inside Park Tavern restaurant with a daily acoustic performance by a Shaky Knees artist, complimentary all-day dining, full-service bar and coffee service, exclusive festival gift and more. The one-person Ultimate package includes all GA+, VIP and Platinum amenities, plus exclusive on-stage viewing available at Peachtree and Piedmont Stages, golf cart transportation, one ticket per person to an Official Shaky Knees Late-Night Show of your choice, and more. 

For the full list of amenities and all ticket types, visit ShakyKneesFestival.com/Tickets. Layaway plans are available starting at $25 down for a limited time. 

Sign up for official Shaky Knees SMS and email lists to be the first to receive new information

and follow along on social media to stay in the loop for all festival announcements and updates.

CASA NUOVA COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY 2026

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/27/26

Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant Hosts Annual Community Block Party to

Thank Alpharetta for 28 Years of Support

Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant host its annual Community Block Party—a celebration of gratitude for 28 years of friendship, loyalty, and support from the Alpharetta community. This festive event is open to all and promises an afternoon full of joy, including a complimentary buffet, live music, family-friendly games, and so much more.

In addition to the festivities, the Block Party also serves a higher purpose: supporting ongoing efforts in the fight against pancreatic cancer, a cause close to the heart of Casa Nuova owner Maria Fundora, founder of the nonprofit Purple Pansies.

When:

Sunday, May 3rd

2:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Rain or Shine

Where:

Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant

5670 Atlanta Hwy A1, Alpharetta, GA 30004

Why:

This annual gathering is more than just a party—it’s a heartfelt thank-you to the community that has become part of the Casa Nuova family. “Our customers are not just guests—they’re family,” says Maria Fundora. “This Block Party is our way of celebrating them and giving back to the people who have supported us since day one.”

SWEET AUBURN BARBECUE BRINGS BACK GOOD LUCK SMOKE SHOW THIS MAY WITH AN AWARD-WINNING LINEUP OF CHEFS WORTH TRAVELING FOR

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/22/26

The Second Annual Street Party Meets Tasting Event Returns to Poncey-Highland with an Expanded Chef Lineup, Cocktails, and Live Entertainment

Tickets Now Available for Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Atlanta-based Sweet Auburn Barbecue brings back Good Luck Smoke Show on Wednesday, May 20, a one-night celebration timed with Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month that brings together an award-winning mix of chefs for an evening of food, music, culture, and block party energy.

Now in its second year, Good Luck Smoke Show expands with more than 15 chef tasting stations, alongside cocktails from Minhwa Spirits, plus beer and wine, with lion dancers, live music, a rooftop DJ, and local artists shaping the night into a food-driven block party. A portion of proceeds benefits We Love BuHi, supporting small businesses and cultural vibrancy along Buford Highway, one of Atlanta’s most diverse corridors.

Led by Anita and Howard Hsu, the siblings behind Sweet Auburn Barbecue, Tio Lucho’s, Gezzo’s and Lazy Betty, who have built their reputation by approaching Southern barbecue through the lens of their Chinese American upbringing. Good Luck Smoke Show continues that approach, bringing together a dynamic lineup of chefs whose work reflects their own backgrounds and experiences.

The 2026 lineup includes Michelin-recognized and James Beard–nominated chefs, alongside a mix of local and visiting talent. Eric Huang (Pecking House, New York, NY), Doron Wong (Cha Cha Tang, New York, NY), and Vish Mayekar (ELEM, Vancouver, BC) are joined by Ron Hsu (Lazy Betty) and Howard Hsu (Sweet Auburn Barbecue, Tio Lucho’s, Lazy Betty), as well as Brian So (Spring, Marietta, GA), Viv Lee (Leftie Lee’s), and Jiyeon Lee and Cody Taylor (Heirloom Market BBQ), alongside Jay Patel (Dhaba BBQ), Pete Amadhanirundr (Puma Yu’s, Athens, GA), Parnass Savang (Talat Market), Henryk Kumar (Dank’s Deli), Zheng Li (Concept Luna), Andy Xia (Xi’an Gourmet House), and GULA Indonesian Desserts & Snacks. Minhwa Spirits will feature food tastings led by Lino Yi, paired with cocktails from James Sung.

“Food has always been how we tell our story,” says Howard Hsu. “For a lot of us, it’s tied to family, culture, and where we come from, but it’s also about where we are now. Good Luck Smoke Show is about bringing those voices together, chefs cooking from experience, not expectation, and giving them a place to share that in Atlanta.”

Good Luck Smoke Show takes place Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sweet Auburn Barbecue, 656 N. Highland Avenue NE. General admission tickets start at $85, with VIP options up to $115, including a signed copy of Chef Ron Hsu’s new cookbook, DOWN SOUTH + EAST. All tickets include unlimited select food and beverages. Tickets are available for purchase at sweetauburnbbq.com. For updates, stay connected on Instagram at @sweetauburnbbq. 

A special thanks to 2026 sponsors Minhwa Spirits, True Gas, Pure Chilean, Señorita THC, Rhythm THC, The Peters Team, Coca-Cola, and Topo Chico.

ALTATORO HOSTS THREE-DAY CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION IN MIDTOWN ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/11/26

Festive specials, live entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere from May 3–5, 2026

AltaToro, Midtown Atlanta’s modern Latin dining destination, invites guests to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a three-day experience filled with bold flavors, festive cocktails, and dynamic entertainment from Sunday, May 3 through Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Throughout the celebration, guests can enjoy limited-time specials including $3 Mexican beers, $4 tacos (chicken, short rib, and shrimp), $5 frozen margaritas, $6 guacamole & chips, $7 empanadas (2), and $8 bowls of seafood paella, prepared live in the dining room. In addition, a curated, limited menu will feature select dishes from AltaToro’s brunch and dinner offerings.

Each day brings a unique energy, with entertainment varying throughout the celebration. Sunday kicks off with a full-day party featuring a live DJ from 12PM–8PM and signature fire shows from 5:30PM–7:30PM. Monday offers a more relaxed dining experience without live entertainment, while Tuesday builds into a high-energy Cinco de Mayo finale with a live Latin DJ from 3PM–8PM.

Hours of Operation:
Sunday: 12PM – 8PM
Monday & Tuesday: 11:30AM – 10PM

Entertainment Schedule:
Sunday (May 3rd): Live DJ from 12PM–8PM + Fire Shows from 5:30PM–7:30PM
Monday (May 4th): No live entertainment
Tuesday (May 5th): Live Latin DJ from 3PM–8PM

Located in the heart of Midtown, AltaToro blends influences from across Latin America, delivering a high-energy dining experience complemented by immersive design and live entertainment. Whether guests are joining for brunch, after-work drinks, or a lively night out, AltaToro is the go-to destination for Cinco de Mayo in Atlanta.

About AltaToro
AltaToro is a modern Latin restaurant in Midtown Atlanta, offering a dynamic menu inspired by the flavors of Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Spain. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, live fire shows, and art-driven design, AltaToro delivers an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of the city.

MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE. 

BONNAROO 2026 ANNOUNCES PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE ALONG WITH EXCITING NEW ADDITIONS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/7/26

1-DAY AND 2-DAY TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE

NEW HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE CAMP BUSYHEAD,

A SPECIAL COMMUNITY CAMP CREATED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

HEADLINER NOAH KAHAN’S THE BUSYHEAD PROJECT

ALREADY STACKED AFTER HOURS LINEUP EXPANDED WITH

GANJA WHITE NIGHT AND AN EXTRA SUNRISE SET FROM INZO

NEWLY RELOCATED “WHERE” STAGE

TO HOST LATE-NIGHT PERFORMANCES DIRECTLY IN CENTEROO

BONNAROO 2026 SET FOR JUNE 11-14, 2026

ON THE FARM IN MANCHESTER, TN

TICKETS FOR BONNAROO 2026 ON SALE NOW

EXCLUSIVELY VIA BONNAROO.COM

Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has announced the highly anticipated 2026 performance schedule, along with more ticket options and a number of exciting new additions to this year’s festival. The internationally acclaimed camping festival will take place June 11-14, 2026, on the 700-acre Bonnaroo Farm, located just 60 miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, TN. 

For those who want to attend but can’t stay all weekend, Bonnaroo is now offering 1-Day GA, GA+, VIP and Platinum Tickets as well as 2-Day GA Tickets. A variety of 1-Day, 2-Day, and 4-Day Tickets are on sale now, exclusively via bonnaroo.com. 

Bonnaroo has also unveiled a number of exciting new additions to this year’s festival. Among the newly announced highlights are Camp Busyhead, a special community camp created in partnership with headliner Noah Kahan’s The Busyhead Project, offering fans exclusive morning yoga sessions, a self-care package of fest essentials, tips and tricks from the team, and more. A portion from every Camp Busyhead pass will be donated to @thebusyheadproject to help end the stigma around mental health.

SCHEDULE:

New additions to Bonnaroo’s already stacked After Hours lineup include Ganja White Night and an extra Sunrise Set from INZO on Friday, June 12. Centeroo shows slated for after midnight also include Turnstile, Major Lazer, Cloonee, Lil Jon, and The Dare (Friday, June 12), and “Weird Al” Yankovic’s Bigger & Weirder Late Night Roovue, Chase & Status, Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist, Gorgon City (Sunrise Set), Snow Strippers, and Osees.

Late nights at Bonnaroo 2026 will also feature nightly parties in Outeroo, as well as all-night sets at the fan-favorite Where Stage, which is relocating for the first time to its new home directly in Centeroo. The Where Stage will see performances from Eazybaked, Lumasi, Mary Droppinz, Prob Cause, and Richard Finger (Friday, June 12) and Big Gigantic, Clozee, Costa, Effin, and Smoakland (Saturday, June 13).

Bonnaroo 2026 will once again present a fantastic lineup of top artists performing around the clock across more than 10 unique stages over the four-day festival, with live music and much more through the night and into the early morning hours. Highlights include headline performances from Skrillex, The Strokes, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and Noah Kahan, along with top-billed live sets from GRiZ, Teddy Swims, The Neighbourhood, Role Model, Kesha, and many more. In addition, the 2026 SuperJam will see Kesha leading an all-star session titled ”KESHA PRESENTS: SUPERJÂM ESOTERÍCA: THE ALCHEMY OF POP.” The complete Bonnaroo 2026 lineup is below.

Bonnaroo 2026 will also see an array of new experiences along with significant upgrades to the Farm, including improved drainage, miles of new roadways, and 135 acres of new turf. In addition, the much-beloved Bonnaroo bandanas will be back this year. 2026 will also see the long-awaited return of Bonnaroo Radio, providing exclusive programming like throwback Bonnaroo performances, interviews, traffic and weather updates, and more as fans arrive at the Farm and throughout the weekend.

THE COMPLETE BONNAROO 2026 LINEUP IS BELOW:

THURSDAY, JUNE 11

Skrillex

Four Tet

Vince Staples

Spiritual Cramp

FRIDAY, JUNE 12

The Strokes

GRiZ

Turnstile

Mt. Joy

Major Lazer

Jessie Murph

Yungblud

Geese

Cloonee

Lil Jon

Blood Orange

Wet Leg

Hot Mulligan

bbno$

Zack Fox

Smino

Sidepiece

Rachel Chinouriri

The Dare

Adventure Club

NOTION

Mother Mother

Łaszewo

Blues Traveler

Wolfmother

Wednesday

The Chats

Lambrini Girls

Amble

Daniel Allan

Goldie Boutilier

Dora Jar

Villanelle

Jackie Hollander

PawPaw Rod

Ganja White Night

INZO

SATURDAY, JUNE 13

RÜFÜS DU SOL

Teddy Swims

The Neighbourhood

Alabama Shakes

Chase & Status

Sara Landry

Rainbow Kitten Surprise

Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist

Amyl & The Sniffers

Sub Focus

Gorgon City

flipturn

Passion Pit

Snow Strippers

Tash Sultana

Wyatt Flores

Boys Noize

Holly Humberstone

Deathpact

SG Lewis

Osees

Waylon Wyatt

The Runarounds

DJ Trixie Mattel

Buffalo Traffic Jam

Confidence Man

Arcy Drive

Mountain Grass Unit

Juelz

The Stews

Congress The Band

Midnight Generation

Sunami

Nikita, The Wicked

“Weird Al” Yankovic’s Bigger & Weirder Late Night Roovue

KESHA PRESENTS: SUPERJÂM ESOTERÍCA: THE ALCHEMY OF POP

SUNDAY, JUNE 14

Noah Kahan

Role Model

Kesha

Tedeschi Trucks Band

LSZEE

Clipse

Mariah the Scientist

Daily Bread

Modest Mouse

Big Gigantic

Japanese Breakfast

Turnover

San Holo

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

Del Water Gap

Spacey Jane

Audrey Hobert

Fcukers

Blondshell

Little Stranger

Aly & AJ

Hemlocke Springs

Steph Strings

A Hundred Drums

Girl Tones

Motifv

FOOD THAT ROCKS 2026

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/7/26

Food That Rocks 2026 Returns to City Springs for An All-Inclusive Tasting Event Featuring Over Two Dozen Sandy Springs’ Neighborhood Restaurants
Presented by Taste of Atlanta 

2-PACK TICKETS ON SALE April 18 – May 28

All-inclusive tickets for Food That Rocks 2026 are officially on sale today, inviting guests to experience one of Sandy Springs’ most anticipated nights out. Presented by Taste of Atlanta, this high-energy, open-air tasting event returns to City Springs on Thursday, June 4, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with VIP early entry at 6:00 p.m. (one hour before General Admission).  The event brings together more than 25 of Sandy Springs’ standout restaurants for a lively night of chef-driven bites, craft cocktail tasting, interactive sponsor experiences, and live music from Band X. The evening is designed to spotlight the neighborhood’s exceptional and ever-growing culinary scene.

“This is where Sandy Springs shows off! Food That Rocks continues to celebrate both longtime favorites and new restaurants that we are so excited to have in Sandy Springs,” says Dale DeSena, Founder of Food That Rocks and Taste of Atlanta. “It’s always a beautiful and uplifting night to spend with friends or family sharing food, drinks, and the unique ability to connect face-to-face with the chefs and their teams that make this city so unique.”

Participating Sandy Springs restaurants that will offer savory and sweet bites include; Tre Vele, C&S Seafood & Oyster Bar, Chef Rob’s Caribbean Café, City Bar. & Café, Gus’ World Famous Fried Chicken, Pita Mediterranean Street Food, Taziki’s Mediterranean Café, Three Dollar Café, Sunnyside Pizzeria, Thos. O’ Reilly’s Public House, Yalda, and many more to come.

Sponsors that help make Food That Rocks a successfully smashing evening include; Coca-Cola, Publix, Don Julio, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Visit Sandy Springs, Smartwater, Society Insurance, Aperol Spritz, Leyenda De Mexico, Edmond’s Honor, Señorita Drinks, Rythm Drink, Deep Eddy Vodka, Bluecoat Gin, Regency Centers, City Walk Shopping Center, Heritage Steel, Dancing Goats by Kaldi’s Coffee, City Springs Theatre Company, Classic Tents, Prima, Taste Wine Bar and Market, Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Magazine, Rough Draft, Georgia Voice, , Simply Buckhead, 680 The Fan,  XTRA 1063, My Sandy Springs, Best Self Atlanta, Smooth Jazz 101, The Atlantan Magazine, Jezebel, and Restaurant Informer.

In addition, Second Helpings Atlanta will be the official nonprofit partner of Food That Rocks for 2026. The food rescue organization whose mission is to end hunger and food waste in the Metro Atlanta area by rescuing healthy, nutritious surplus food and distributing it to those in need.

Food That Rocks 2026 Details

Click for General Admission 7-10 p.m. and VIP Early Access from 6-7 p.m.  
Advance purchase is encouraged since this event sells out annually. Guests 21+ only, valid ID required at check-in, rain or shine; no refunds or exchanges.

  • VIP ticket holders gain exclusive access to Publix VIP Lounge and VIP Swag Bag (limit one per household)
  • All ticket holders receive all-inclusive and unlimited food and dessert tastings
  • Local beer, wine and craft cocktail tastings
  • Meet your favorite, local chefs 
  • Live Music all night long by Band X
  • Engaging sponsor activations
  • Create new Food That Rocks memories with fun photo experiences
  • Attendees can enjoy voting for their favorite bite and sip. Awards will include, best taste, best dessert and best beverage.

Follow Food That Rocks on Instagram and Facebook for updates, and visit FoodThatRocks.org for tickets and details.

INSOMNIAC AND VIBEE ANNOUNCE HOTEL EDC’S FIRST EAST COAST EDITION WITH EDC ORLANDO DEBUT AT MARGARITAVILLE RESORT 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/30/26

Hotel EDC and EDC Orlando will take place on November 6-9, 2026

Hotel EDC packages will go on sale at 12pm ET/9am PT on April 1 via http://hoteledcorlando.com/

EDC Orlando festival passes will go back on sale at 12pm ET/9am PT on April 2 via https://orlando.electricdaisycarnival.com/

Building upon the consecutive success of its flagship luxury hospitality pop-up in Las Vegas, global dance music experience curator Insomniac and music-led destination experience company Vibee have just unveiled the debut of Hotel EDC Orlando for the 2026 edition of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando. Marking the first-ever East Coast location, Hotel EDC will take over Margaritaville Resort Orlando during the festival dates from November 6-9, 2026. The inaugural Hotel EDC promises a multisensory weekend of custom events that will redefine the headliner experience. For information on packages and pricing, visit hoteledcorlando.com.

Hotel EDC packages include a 3-night stay at Margaritaville Resort Orlando with options to bundle EDC Orlando festival passes. Set within the island-inspired, escapist setting of Margaritaville Resort Orlando, the property will be completely reimagined through the visionary lens of EDC, transporting guests to a new dimension and deepening their weekend experience. 

Hotel EDC will be the exclusive and only official Headliner hotel for EDC Orlando with luxurious EDC-themed guest rooms, spacious suites, and private villas and cottages, designed to elevate every guest’s stay.

The packages will include access to EDC pool parties, after-hours events, wellness programming, exclusive merchandise, on-property beauty bar, and interactive on-site activations. Headliners will also enjoy daily food and beverage credits, premium on-site dining options, 24/7 Vibee guest concierge, and curated resort activities throughout the weekend. 

ACCOMMODATIONS:

  • 3 night stay at Margaritaville Resort Orlando with option to add additional nights
  • EDC-ified decor in every room
  • Headliner party pack with exclusive merch
  • Dedicated Vibee Concierge on site all weekend
  • Free Self-Parking, 24/7 gym access, 20% off spa

EXPERIENCES:

  • Exclusive access to Insomniac-themed daytime and after parties at the Hotel EDC Pool
  • Eye-catching Hotel EDC photo-ops, performers, surprise events + more
  • Daily wellness activities, including meditation and yoga
  • Headliner HQ with daily activities and more
  • Complimentary glam station to get you rave-ready
  • And much more!

FOOD & BEVERAGE:

  • Daily food and beverage credits to use at select dining locations on property throughout the resort
  • World-class dining onsite, including Euphoria, Tapas by Euphoria, and Promenade at Sunset Walk.

EDC Orlando will return to its longtime home at Tinker Field to celebrate its 15th edition from November 6-9, 2026. The 2025 edition featured standout performances from artists such as Armin van Buuren, Adam Beyer b2b Layton Giordani, Chris Lake, VOYD, Excision, Zedd, DJ Snake, Dom Dolla, Subtronics, Charlotte de Witte, Knock2, and many more.

Earlier this year, Hotel EDC made its first-ever expansion, heading overseas to EDC Thailand, offering guests a luxurious four-night stay experience at the five-star Angsana Laguna Phuket. Located on the beachfront, the experience included access to the resort’s beaches, on-site dining, water activities, and wellness programming. Hotel EDC Thailand returns December 17-21, 2026 with packages available for purchase at thailand.electricdaisycarnival.com/hotel-edc. 

Together, Insomniac and Vibee are redefining the Headliner journey with seamless, elevated, and fully immersive Hotel EDC experiences in Las Vegas, Thailand, and now Orlando.

Hotel EDC Orlando Packages go on sale at 12pm ET / 9am PT on April 1. For more information and early access, please visit hoteledcorlando.com.

EDC Orlando festival passes will go back on sale the following day at 12pm ET / 9am ET on April 2 at https://orlando.electricdaisycarnival.com/

Stay connected with EDC Orlando for forthcoming announcements and information via Website, Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok.

5TH ANNIVERSARY GREEN EGGS & KEGS IS THE BEST PARTY IN THE BURBS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/6/26

Green Eggs & Kegs Returns to Funwoody Village Celebrating Five Years as Dunwoody’s “Best Party in the ’Burbs”

Saturday, April 18 the all-inclusive food, drink, and music festival will benefit BreakthroughT1D

Tickets on Sale Now!

Funwoody Restaurants announces the return of its signature spring festival, Green Eggs & Kegs, celebrating its fifth anniversary on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from Noon to 5:00 pm at Funwoody Village (5521 Chamblee Dunwoody Road). Known as the “Best Party in the ’Burbs,” this highly anticipated annual event will once again transform the Funwoody parking lot and courtyard into the most fun-filled, suburban destination for chef-made food, craft beverages, and energetic, live entertainment.

With an all-inclusive ticket, guests will enjoy unlimited samplings from 30+ food vendors and tastes from more than 50 beer, wine, and spirits partners. The idea is to showcase the area’s top chefs, restaurants, breweries, and distillers. 

“Five years ago Green Eggs & Kegs started as a way to bring our community together for great food, drinks, and a really fun afternoon. It has grown tremendously due to more and more eateries and sponsors requesting to join in. We are now one of Dunwoody’s most anticipated annual events,” said David Abes, founder of Funwoody Restaurants. “Celebrating our fifth year is a milestone we’re proud of, and it reflects the passion of our restaurant partners, sponsors, and guests who continue to support local businesses. And, all while making a meaningful impact through our charity partner, BreakthroughT1D.”

VIP ticket holders receive early admission at Noon, including access to private tastings inside the restaurants, and a VIP lounge along with a commemorative festival shirt. General Admission begins at 1:00 pm. And all ticket holders will receive a wooden coin at check in and can use it to vote for their favorite taste and sip. 

Confirmed food participants include; BAR{n}: Booze {n} bites, Baronda Ristorante & Bar Sandy Springs, Big Play ATL, Buckhead Butcher Shop, Chupito’s Dunwoody, Farm Burger Dunwoody, Frazie’s Meat Market, Lazy Dog Dunwoody, Loree Ann Sweets, Message in a Bottle, Morty’s Meat and Supply, NFA Burger, Parkwoods Pine Street Market, Royal Spice Indian Restaurant, Sheesh Mediterranean, Showdown Social, Stäge Peachtree Corners, Tastee Spoon, Town Hall- Highlands NC, Twisted Oak, Vino Venue, Vintage Pizza, We Are Gourmet, and Yellow Cutter Wood Service.

While beverage sponsors include; Tequila Ocho, Widow Jane, Watershed Strawberry Gin, Watershed Vodka, ASW Big Green Egg collaboration, Jack Daniels, Old Forester, Old 4th Distillery Rye, Senorita THC, Lyre’s Zero Proof, Sun Cruiser, Sweetwater, Gate City, Scofflaw, New Realm, Tucker Brewing, Pernicious, P.Haze, Kona Big Wave, Golden Road Mango Cart, Barebone Vodka, Nütrl Seltzer, La Gritona, Climbing Kites THC, Babylonstoren Santi Pinot Gris, Smith and Elliot Chard, Glazebrook Sauv Blanc, The Pale Rose, Chehalem Pinot Noir, Roth Cabernet, Aslin, Goat Island, Yazoo,, Surfside Seltzer, Mr. Black, Don Julio Blanco, Gray Whale, Redemption, Michter’s line, Mom Water, Dad Water V, Freixnet Mionetto USA, Mionetto Brut Prosecco, Mionetto Rose Prosecco, Mionetto N/A Prosecco, Fable THC, Into the Woods, Night Flight, Best Zest, The Wine Group, Benziger, 13 degrees Sauv Blanc, Chloe Pinot Grigio, Imagery Pinot Grigo, Benziger running wild chard Remy/Cointreau, Cointreau, Mt. Gay Eclipse Rum, Botanist Gin, Banfi wine group, Wild Turkey, Grand Marnier, Forbidden Fruit THC, ShortBarrel.

This year’s entertainment lineup features live performances by 77Zeros and Family Truckerster, plus a high-energy DJ set by DJ Cory, creating a festival atmosphere that blends culinary excellence with live music and community spirit.

Proceeds from Green Eggs & Kegs benefit BreakthroughT1D (formerly JDRF), supporting research and advocacy for type 1 diabetes. The event is made possible through the generous support of sponsors including Big Green Egg, Discover Dunwoody, Regency Centers, Sysco, Create Dunwoody, Ace Hardware – Dunwoody, VGASS, Functionize Health, Dunwoody Gallery, Organic Solutions, Mix & Meld Permanent Jewelry, United Distributors, Empire Eagle Rock, Georgia Crown, RNDC, Regency Centers, and more.

WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE HOSTS MENTAL AWAKENING FEST 2026 ON MARCH 27 & 28, 2026 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/4/26

A Two-Day Celebration of Music, Art, & Community Benefitting Crawfish For A Cause

Tickets On Sale Now

Westside Motor Lounge welcomes the return of Mental Awakening, a two-day festival filled with live music, local art, and community spirit, on Friday, March 27, and Saturday, March 28, 2026. Presented by Crawfish For A Cause, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds and awareness for mental health and suicide prevention, the annual event brings together music lovers, artists, and advocates for an unforgettable weekend — all in support of critical mental health initiatives in the Atlanta area. Now in its sixth year, Mental Awakening has grown from a backyard gathering with just two bands into a multi-day festival that draws over 2,000 attendees, showcases a dozen bands, and raises thousands of dollars to support local nonprofits working directly with individuals, schools, and treatment centers across the community.

The 2026 lineup is packed with standout performances from Dogs in a Pile, Frute Tand Yule, Wax Monkey, Big Something, Dizgo, Underground Springhouse, Airshow, Mama’s Love, Sqwerv, Ain’t Sisters, and Copacetic. Whether music fans are longtime supporters or first-time festivalgoers, the diverse mix of jam bands, bluegrass, rock, and funk offers something for everyone.

Along with two full days of music, guests can explore work from local artists, enjoy a wide variety of food and drinks, and dig into the festival’s signature crawfish boil on Saturday. Crawfish lovers, take note— Saturday’s signature crawfish boil is always a hot ticket, and servings are limited. Snag crawfish tickets in advance when purchasing festival admission to not miss out. 

Westside Motor Lounge, known for its expansive indoor-outdoor space, will again serve as the home for the weekend’s festivities. Spanning nearly three acres, the venue features a full-service restaurant, two bars, a private event space, Echo Room — a curated Jazz Kissa listening bar — and a vibrant outdoor courtyard with shuffleboard courts, fire pits, ample seating, a vintage Airstream bar, and a performance stage that will showcase all of the weekend’s live music.

Tickets are on sale now, including single-day and weekend passes, with an option to pre-purchase crawfish servings on Saturday for $14.95, plus taxes and fees, or add on event merchandise such as t-shirts, hats and posters. For those unable to attend in person, donations to Crawfish For A Cause can be made directly via Venmo at @crawfishforacauseatl or on Humanitix, helping fund vital mental health services and programming throughout the Atlanta area. Ticket options to Mental Awakening Fest 2026 can be viewed and purchased here.