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GEORGIA FESTIVAL OF TREES MOVES TO GWINNETT COUNTY, BRINGS BACK PINK PIG FOR 2024 HOLIDAY SEASON

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/5/24

Atlanta Nonprofit To Host Annual Festival At Gas South Convention Center With Forest Of Holiday Trees For Auction, New Pink Pig, Live Entertainment And More

Georgia Festival of Trees will kick off another holiday season with its signature multi-day festival at a new home inside Gas South Convention Center in Duluth, Georgia from Saturday, Nov. 23-Sunday, Dec. 1. The event will feature a dazzling display of Christmas trees, wreaths, centerpieces and nativities for auction, Penelope (Penny) the Pink Pig*, live music and entertainment, Christmas Brick Challenge, Gingerbread Competition, kids’ activities and games, boutique gift shops and more. 

Known as the state’s largest holiday event, Georgia Festival of Trees continues to support local organizations working to end the commercial sexual exploitation of women and children in Georgia by partnering with Street Grace and Atlanta Redemption Ink. 

“When we started Georgia Festival of Trees four years ago, we weren’t sure how it would be received and it’s remarkable to see how it’s grown and evolved into a special holiday tradition for families,” said Angie Ulibarri, Georgia Festival of Trees executive director. “Through this growth, our team continues to closely listen to feedback from our guests, which is why we’re thrilled to share exciting new updates for this year including a new location, the After Dark Comedy Showcase presented by The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett and our very own Pink Pig, Penny. Even with all the new additions, the heartbeat of the festival remains the same – holiday magic with a heart to end human trafficking.”

Each tree, wreath, centerpiece and nativity at the festival is designed, decorated and donated by individuals and organizations around the Southeast, providing a beautiful array of holiday decor. Trees and other decor are auctioned off both in-person and online during the festival. The auction serves as the primary driver to support Street Grace and Atlanta Redemption Ink.

“It’s an honor to once again partner with the Georgia Festival of Trees,” said Bob Rodgers, Street Grace president and CEO. “Our hope is that through this holiday event, people across the community will better understand the human trafficking epidemic in our own backyard and how to join the fight against it.”

Georgia Festival of Trees will debut Penny the Pink Pig*, a new pig-themed train for children and adults, inspired by the beloved Atlanta tradition originally created in 1953 by Rich’s. This new version will transport guests on a magical ride through the Georgia Festival of Trees and will be open each day from Nov. 23 to Dec. 1, except Nov. 27-28 when the festival will be closed for Thanksgiving. Rides on the Pink Pig will cost $5 per person.

“We’re thrilled to be a beneficiary of the Georgia Festival of Trees for the second consecutive year, especially in the year  they debut the new Pink Pig!” said Jessica Lamb, founder of Atlanta Redemption Ink. “While activities, like the Pink Pig, are fun, Georgia Festival of Trees has a deeper meaning behind each of these – to support the fight against human trafficking. Our organization aims to bring hope and joy to survivors, and it’s an honor to share this heartbeat with the Georgia Festival of Trees.”

The festival offers live music and entertainment on the main stage, as well as Santa with his reindeer and life-size sleigh and Reindeer Games for the kids, which include the Elf Training Academy, the Lil’ Elves Driving Academy, LEGO® bricks, Elf Phone Booth, North Pole Post Office and more. Guests can enjoy sugar cookie decorating at Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen, Santa’s Workshop, a Gingerbread Competition, Christmas Brick Challenge and boutique shopping. 

Attendees are also encouraged to take part in daily themes at the festival including Senior Day presented by WellCare – a health insurance company providing managed care services.  Guests who are 62 and older will receive free entry, and Physical and Developmental Disabilities Day presented by CareSource – a nationally recognized, nonprofit managed health care organization – with sensory friendly hours from 9 a.m.-11a.m.

Georgia Festival of Trees is sponsored by Amerimed, WellCare, Ambetter Health, CareSource, Classic Tents and Events, Frontgate Furniture Outlet and more. Tickets to the Georgia Festival of Trees start at $13.95 for seniors ages 62 and up, and adult tickets are $18.95. Children’s tickets for ages 3-12 are $18.95 and include access to all activities in the Reindeer Games area. The Pink Pig, cookie decorating, Santa’s Workshop (a shopping experience for children), photos with Santa and the After Dark Comedy Showcase on Nov. 30 are an additional cost. 

For a schedule of events, to purchase tickets, become a sponsor or a volunteer, donate an auction item, or learn more about the Georgia Festival of Trees and its charity partners, visit gafestivaloftrees.org. 

*The Pink Pig is a trademark of Macy’s.

MONSTER JAM ARRIVES TO GAS SOUTH ARENA AUG 31-SEPT 1

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/10/24

Duluth Monster Jam® Tickets On-Sale Now

The only place to see the world’s most popular trucks and best drivers roar into

Gas South Arena on August 31 – September 1, 2024

Experience big-time family fun at Monster Jam®.  The most unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today returns to Duluth for an adrenaline-charged weekend at Gas South Arena on August 31 – September 1, 2024.  At Monster Jam®, world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. 

Sign up today to become a Monster Jam Preferred Customer at MonsterJam.com to get exclusive early access to the pre-sale offer code to purchase advance tickets starting today to get the best seats available before tickets go on-sale to the general public next week on Tuesday, April 30th. 

The fun begins at the Monster JamPit Party held in Duluth on Saturday and Sunday.  Fans can see the massive trucks up close, meet their favorite drivers and crews, get autographs, and take pictures.  Activities include the Sand Box play area, inflatable slides, Spin Master remote control truck course, coloring and temporary tattoo station, and photo ops, including the chance to take a photo with the Series trophy.  This fun-filled experience is the only place that allows people to get up close access to the Monster Jam teams and get an insider’s look at how these trucks are built to stand up to the competition.

Early Access Pass:  Super fans can beat the crowds and get in earlier to enjoy an exclusive extra hour to see the trucks and meet the drivers.  Pit Party Early Access Pass quantities are limited. Don’t miss out!

Duluth fans will be on the edge of their seats as the world’s best drivers show off massive stunts, big air, backflips, crazy skills and all-out racing in fierce head-to-head battles for the Event Championship.  Engineered to perfection, the 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks push all limits in Freestyle, Skills and Racing competitions. 

Fans are encouraged to get to their seats early to experience Monster Jam Trackside approximately one hour before the event start time.  Featured festivities include competition previews, driver interviews, giveaways, opening ceremonies and power rush truck introductions.

Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles-per-hour to produce jaw-dropping, live motorsports action seen around the world.  Monster Jam. As Big As It Gets!™

WHEN:

Saturday, August 31, 2024

Ø  Event Time – 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Ø  Pit Party open from 10:30 AM-12:00 PM (Sat. 1PM Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

Sunday, September 1, 2024

Ø  Event Times – 1:00 PM

Ø  Pit Party open from 10:30 AM-12:00 PM (Sun. 1PM Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

WHERE:         Gas South Arena – 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA  30097

TICKETS:       Tickets are affordably priced for the whole family!

Tickets and Pit Passes will be available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the venue box office.

*Ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply

TRUCK LINEUP:  Grave Digger driven by Tyler Menninga; El Toro Loco driven by Chelsea VanCleave; ThunderROARus driven by Tony Ochs; Monster Mutt Dalmatian driven by Loghan Ashline; Megalodon driven by Brandon Tulachka; Just Get R Done driven by Alex Bardin; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo. 

JURASSIC WORLD LIVE TOUR ATLANTA 2024

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/30/24

AN UNPARALLELED & THRILLING LIVE ARENA EXPERIENCE

JURASSIC WORLD LIVE TOUR
ROARS INTO GEORGIA THIS SPRING
Playing Duluth from February 23-25, 2024

Jurassic World Live Tour, an exhilarating and unpredictable live, family entertainment experience that brings the wonder and thrills of Jurassic World to generations of fans, will be roaring into Georgia for the first time with the show premiere this spring playing Gas South Arena in Duluth from February 23-25, 2024.


Sign up today to become a Jurassic World Live Tour Preferred Guest at JurassicWorldLiveTour.com to get exclusive
access to advance pre-sale code to purchase tickets early starting today to get the best seats available before tickets go on-sale to the general public next Tuesday, October 31st. With unrivaled arena production quality, Jurassic World comes to life against a backdrop of captivating scenery where dinosaurs from the iconic franchise, including fan-favorite Velociraptor
Blue and the Tyrannosaurus rex take the stage. The production features more than 24 film-accurate, life-sized dinosaurs, with scale, speed and ferocity, operated by animatronics and performers. Fans of the popular Netflix animated series Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous will also recognize Bumpy, the friendly and food motivated dinosaur, as she goes from baby to adult fairly quickly.

Jurassic World’s unmistakable score combined with projection and practical scenery transforms the arena into the dense jungles of Isla Nublar, where real Gyrospheres roll through the valley and scientists work to unravel a corrupt plan and save a new dinosaur from a terrible fate. With pulse- pounding stunts and an original, authentic storyline, Jurassic World Live Tour is guaranteed to make memories that will last another 65 million years.


Guests will be able to start the adventure early with a special Pre-show Experience included with all ticket purchases. By arriving one hour before showtime, audience members can see their favorite Jurassic World dinosaurs and vehicles up close and personal, including fun photo opps with Triceratops, Stegosaurus, Baby Bumpy, and the iconic Jurassic World Jeep and Gyrosphere.

WHEN: Friday, February 23 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 24 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 25 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM


WHERE: Gas South Arena– 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097

TICKETS: Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at
Ticketmaster.com or visit the venue box office during open hours on event days.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.