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SPOOKY SEASON HAS ARRIVED AT HALCYON

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/9/23

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

Things are getting spooky at Halcyon with a host of fall and Halloween-themed events throughout October! With live music on Village Green every weekend, the annual Witches Night Out benefitting All For One Foundation, Halcyon Kids Club and trick-or-treating at Halcyon, the fall season has finally arrived. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy throughout October at Halcyon.

The full October events schedule is outlined below:

Cars and Coffee Hosted by Mercedes-Benz Club of America

Saturday, October 7 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Join the Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta and Fuel Coffee for a beautiful morning sipping on specialty coffee drinks, viewing Mercedes-Benz vehicles from a variety of years in the private lot next to Fuel and mingling with friends and other members of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America. Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta will be offering special discounts off merchandise for all Mercedes-Benz Club of America members. This event is open to all Mercedes-Benz owners. For more information or to register, visit the event page.

Yappy Hour

Thursday, October 12 from 5 – 7 p.m.

Bring your furry friend and join Halcyon on Village Green for Yappy Hour on Thursdays of each month! Enjoy delicious treats, doggy booze and adorable, adoptable pups from Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelters. For more information, visit the Halcyon website.

Pumpkin Painting Party at Tutu School

Saturday, October 14 from 3:30 – 6:15 p.m.

Join Tutu School for an exciting afternoon of painting the prettiest little pumpkins! Each ticket purchase of $20 includes one mini pumpkin to paint, painting supplies and face painting. When purchasing your ticket, make sure to select one of the available time slots; 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Witches Night Out benefiting All For One Foundation

Thursday, October 19 from 6 – 10 p.m.

Ladies, grab your broomsticks and fly over to Halcyon for a spooky evening full of cocktails, food and dancing! Don’t be a scaredy cat and enjoy adult trick-or-treating throughout the property. Other activities include dancing to upbeat tunes spun by DJ Ed on Village Green, live music and dancing at Eclipse di Luna, a DJ spinning tunes at HOBNOB, a costume contest with prizes for best group and individual costumes and Halloween cocktails at select Halcyon restaurants. In addition, ladies can build their own wicked bouquet with Gussied Up Flower Truck, make fall-themed crafts with Board & Brush inside Fuel Coffee and enjoy special discounts at Halcyon’s retailers. Tickets are $15 with all proceeds directly benefiting One For All Foundation, an international and local charity dedicated to changing the lives of children to help them thrive by improving social conditions, educational opportunities and healthcare availability. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Monster Mash at Cherry Street Brewpub

Friday, October 27 from 7:30 – 11:30 p.m.

It’s a graveyard smash; it’s the Monster Mash at Cherry Street Brewpub! All monsters, ghouls and goblins are gathering for the ultimate costume party where you can dance the night away to spooky tunes spun by a DJ, sip on Halloween-themed cocktails and enter a costume contest to win prizes for the creepiest, jaw-dropping costumes. This event is for ages 21 and up only. For more information, visit the Halcyon event page.

Halloween at Halcyon

Saturday, October 28 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Grab your crew and join Halcyon for the annual trick-or-treating extravaganza! The little ones can trick-or-treat at more than 30 participating Halcyon tenants, meet adorable farm animals, snap pictures of their costumes at several photo opportunities, meet Barbie and Spiderman, enjoy facepainting and balloon twisting, meet adoptable pups from FurKids and groove to tunes spun by DJ Galaxy Music and Arts on Village Green. All ticket proceeds will directly benefit Bald Ridge Lodge and their ongoing efforts to provide a safe haven and counseling in a therapeutic environment for young boys who are in need of protection, direction and supervision, in a matter that nurtures the child and strengthens family relationships. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Groovin’ on the Green

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

Celebrate the weekend with dancing and singing along to live musical performances on Village Green. Enjoy local musicians across a variety of genres playing top hits. Guests can treat themselves to a craft brew and groove to live music all around the village! Halcyon has an open container policy, however, outside food and beverages are prohibited. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays in October from 10 a.m. – noon

Preschoolers are invited to play and make new friends each week at the free Halcyon Kids Club! The little ones can engage in a rotating menu of activities ranging from arts and crafts, dance, animal encounters, storytime, puppet shows, music and so much more. Themes and activities vary weekly 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 duration of 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.

THE SOUTHEAST’S LARGEST DOODLE DOG PARTY IS BACK AT HALCYON

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

Celebrate International Doodle Dog Day on Sept. 24 with a Pooch Parade, giveaways and more

Doodles, poodles and their furry friends and family are invited to the best paw-ty of the year, Halcyon’s Doodle Dog Day on Sunday, Sept. 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelter, Georgia’s largest no-kill animal shelter and rescue organization, will also be onsite for attendees to meet adorable pups who are searching for their forever family and home.

Guests can check in at the Halcyon tent on the Village Green to pick up free dog swag and the schedule of dog-friendly events. At 2:30 p.m., watch the Pooch Parade sponsored by Unexpected Pooch, full of wagging tails and prizes for Unexpected Trick, Unexpectedly Rowdy, Unexpected Hairdo, Unexpected Talent, Unexpected Owner/Pup Lookalike and Unexpected Best in Show. An abundance of doggy samples and treats will be available from Halcyon’s many dog-friendly restaurant patios and shops, including free pup cups from Kilwins. Guests can also expect free dog caricatures, a training demonstration by Dog Training Elite Northeast Atlanta and vendors such as Wag Board’s charcuterie boards for dogs and Unexpected Pooch. 

Free parking is available in the parking deck. Neighbors are encouraged to use rideshare apps or the Big Creek Greenway. For full event details, please visit the Facebook event page. For the latest information on Halcyon, upcoming events and a roster of retailers and restaurants, visit www.visithalcyon.com or follow @VisitHalcyon on Instagram and Facebook.

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL WITH HALCYON’S AUGUST EVENTS LINEUP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 8/3/23

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

The dog days of summer are here and to beat the scorching heat, Halcyon has planned a variety of events for everyone in the whole family to enjoy throughout August. At Forsyth County’s mixed-use village, guests can groove to live music every weekend, enjoy the weekly kids club, relax at Farm Animal Yoga and more. 

The full August events schedule is outlined below:

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays in August from 10 a.m. – noon

Preschoolers are invited to play and make new friends each week at the free Halcyon Kids Club! The little ones can engage in a rotating menu of activities ranging from arts and crafts, dance, animal encounters, storytime, puppet shows, music and so much more. Themes and activities vary weekly 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 duration of 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.

National Oyster Day at Ocean & Acre

Saturday, August 5 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Oh shucks, it’s National Oyster Day! Join Ocean & Acre to celebrate with $1 raw oysters and enjoy live music on the patio. Indulge in other delicious oyster dishes, including a fried oyster platter, chargrilled oysters and more. For more information, visit the  Halcyon Facebook event page. 

3rd Anniversary Celebration at Unexpected Pooch

Saturday, August 5 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

It’s time to put on pawty hats and wag tails because Unexpected Pooch is turning three! Bring your furry friends and join in the fun at the beloved pet boutique. Strike a pose in the Hawaiian-themed photoshoot spot, enjoy raffle baskets and exciting giveaways and treat your pup to a treat or new toy with special anniversary discounts. There will be fun for the little ones with face painting galore and paw-some cocktails for the adults to enjoy. For more information, visit @UnexpectedPooch on Instagram.

Groovin’ on the Green

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

Celebrate the weekend with dancing and singing along to live musical performances on Village Green. Enjoy local musicians across a variety of genres playing top hits. Guests can treat themselves to a craft brew and groove to live music all around the village! Halcyon has an open container policy, however, outside food and beverages are prohibited. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Cars and Coffee Hosted by Mercedes-Benz Club of America

Saturday, August 5 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Join the Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta and Fuel Coffee for a beautiful summer morning sipping on specialty coffee drinks, viewing Mercedes-Benz vehicles from a variety of years in the private lot next to Fuel and mingling with friends and other members of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America. Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta will be offering special discounts off merchandise for all Mercedes-Benz Club of America members. This event is open to all Mercedes-Benz owners. For more information or to register, visit the RBM Halcyon event page. 

Farm Animal Yoga

Saturday, August 12 at 9 and 10 a.m.

Mooove on over to Halcyon for Farm Animal Yoga, featuring animals from North Georgia Wildlife Park! Treat your mind and body to a 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. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to fill out a waiver prior to class, visit the event page.

TURN UP THE HEAT WITH HALCYON’S SIZZLING JULY EVENTS LINEUP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/26/23

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

Summer days are always better when spent at Forsyth County’s mixed-use village, Halcyon! Enjoy a variety of family-friendly events throughout July, such as Halcyon Kids Club, National Hot Dog Day festivities, the fourth annual Halcyon’s Got Talent and more. There is something for everyone in the family to have fun with this summer at Halcyon.

The full July events schedule is outlined below:

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays in July from 10 a.m. – noon

Preschoolers are invited to play and make new friends each week at the free Halcyon Kids Club! The little ones can engage in a rotating menu of activities ranging from arts and crafts, dance, animal encounters, storytime, puppet shows, music and so much more. Themes and activities vary weekly 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 duration of 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.

Groovin’ on the Green

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

Celebrate the weekend with dancing and singing along to live musical performances on Village Green. Enjoy local musicians across a variety of genres playing top hits. Guests can treat themselves to a craft brew and groove to live music all around the village! Halcyon has an open container policy, however, outside food and beverages are prohibited. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Cars and Coffee Hosted by Mercedes-Benz Club of America

Saturday, July 1 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Join the Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta and Fuel Coffee for a beautiful summer morning sipping on specialty coffee drinks, viewing Mercedes-Benz vehicles from a variety of years in the private lot next to Fuel and mingling with friends and other members of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America. Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta will be offering special discounts off merchandise for all Mercedes-Benz Club of America members. This event is open to all Mercedes-Benz owners. For more information or to register, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Fourth of July at HOBNOB

Tuesday, July 4 from noon to 5 p.m.

Rain or shine, HOBNOB has planned the ultimate Fourth of July celebration! Gather with your crew and indulge in a pig roast and a decadent side dish buffet on the patio while sipping on beer and bourbon specials. Jam out and get your groove on with a live band performing on the patio from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Yappy Hour

Thursday, July 13 from 5 – 7 p.m.

Bring your furry friend and join Halcyon on Village Green for Yappy Hour hosted by Unexpected Pooch on the second Thursday of each month! Enjoy delicious treats, doggy booze and adorable, adoptable pups from Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelters. For more information, visit the Unexpected Pooch Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Farm Animal Yoga

Saturday, July 15 at 9 and 10 a.m.

Mooove on over to Halcyon for Farm Animal Yoga, featuring animals from North Georgia Wildlife Park! Treat your mind and body to a 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 a waiver prior to class, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

National Hot Dog Day Celebration

Thursday, July 20 from 5 – 9 p.m.

Relish in the mouthwatering, sizzling celebration of National Hot Dog Day at Halcyon! This flavorful event is back and better than ever. The first 100 guests will get to indulge in a free All American Hot Dog from The Original Hot Dog Factory. The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be rolling into the mixed-use village for photo opportunities. Enjoy face painting and balloon twisting for the little ones, gourmet cotton candy, a 360 photo booth, tunes spun by DJ Ed and dozens of dachshunds and their paw-rents from Metro Atlanta Dachshund Meet Up Group flooding Village Green for a doggone good time. For every wiener dog that attends the event, Halcyon will donate $10 to Dream Dachshund Rescue. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Fourth Annual Halcyon’s Got Talent

Thursday, July 27 from 7 – 9:30 p.m.

Save the date for the Fourth Annual Halcyon’s Got Talent! Held in partnership with Galaxy Music & Arts, a music studio in Alpharetta, the community is invited to enjoy an evening watching talented kids ranging from 10 to 18 years old perform their best acts on Village Green. Categories include singers, musicians, magicians, comedians and actors. Winners will receive a special trophy and prize package. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Tiki Street Pop-Up Bar at Cherry Street Brewpub

Daily through Monday, July 31

The summer of fun begins at Cherry Street Brewpub’s Tiki Street Pop-Up Bar! Celebrate the summer season and soak up all the tropical vibes while sipping on a cocktail and enjoying tasty bites, without the hassle of traveling to a tropical island. The menu features an assortment of tropical cocktails and flavorful foods inspired by tiki classics. Grab your crew, unwind after a long day or gather your friends for a fun night out. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

TROPICAL NIGHTS HEATS UP HALCYON FOR A LADIES NIGHT OUT

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/7/23

Groove and chill with your crew while supporting Northside Hospital Cancer Institute.

June 13th at Halcyon

Savor the tropical vibes without the hassle of traveling to an island oasis for one night only at Halcyon. From 6 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13, the community is invited to Halcyon’s Ladies Night Out Tropical Nights benefitting Northside Hospital Cancer Institute.

Dance the night away on the Village Green with a DJ spinning exuberant tunes while sipping on Blue Chair Bay Rum samples or tropical drinks that taste like vacation. Bring your appetite and visit Cherry Street Brewpub’s vibrant Tiki Street Pop-Up Bar for flavorful tropical bites and tiki-inspired cocktails. Learn how to Salsa dance with beginner-friendly lessons and a live band at Eclipse di Luna from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 

The fun doesn’t stop there! Treat yourself to some retail therapy and exclusive discounts available at Halcyon’s boutiques, and free tropical swag while supplies last. Come decked-out in your best tropical attire, whether that be tropical print dresses, hula skirts or Hawaiian shirts. Flower crowns will be available for purchase to complete your tropical outfit. Plus, all ticket holders will receive a special code redeemable for a free facial courtesy of Clean Your Dirty Face Halcyon. 

Tickets are $12 with all proceeds benefiting Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, Georgia’s largest cancer network with over 55 cancer-care locations. As the statewide leader for National Cancer Institute Oncology Research Program, patients have access to groundbreaking clinical trials throughout Georgia. 

This event is rain or shine and for ages 21 and up. Free parking is available in the parking deck and neighbors are encouraged to use rideshare apps. For full event details, please visit the Facebook event page here.

JUMP INTO A JOYFUL JUNE WITH HALCYON’S SPECTACULAR EVENTS LINEUP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/5/23

Halcyon invites the community to play, shop, dine and experience what’s new at the mixed-use village

The long-awaited summer season is finally here and to celebrate, Halcyon has a calendar full of events to enjoy throughout June. Unwind from the week and groove along with live music at Groovin’ on the Green each weekend. Kick off the summer in tropical style and sip on tiki-inspired cocktails at Cherry Street Brewpub’s new summer pop-up bar, Tiki Street. The tropical vibes continue with a fabulous Ladies Night Out: Tropical Nights. Bring the little ones to Halcyon Kids Club, a free weekly children’s event on Village Green. There is plenty to do and something for everyone to enjoy at Halcyon in June.

The full June events schedule is outlined below:

Groovin’ on the Green

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

Celebrate the weekend with dancing and singing along to live musical performances on Village Green. Enjoy local musicians across a variety of genres playing top hits. Guests can treat themselves to a craft brew and groove to live music all around the village! Halcyon has an open container policy, however, outside food and beverages are prohibited. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Tiki Street Pop-Up Bar at Cherry Street Brewpub

Monday, June 5 through Monday, July 31

The summer of fun begins at Cherry Street Brewpub’s Tiki Street Pop-Up Bar! Celebrate the summer season and soak up all the tropical vibes while sipping on a cocktail and enjoying tasty bites, without the hassle of traveling to a tropical island. The menu features an assortment of tropical cocktails and flavorful foods inspired by tiki classics. Grab your crew, unwind after a long day or gather your friends for a fun night out. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays in June from 10 a.m. – noon

Preschoolers are invited to play and make new friends each week at the free Halcyon Kids Club! The little ones can engage in a rotating menu of activities ranging from arts and crafts, dance, animal encounters, storytime, puppet shows, music and so much more. Themes and activities vary weekly 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 duration of 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. 

Yappy Hour

Thursday, June 8 from 5 – 7 p.m.

Bring your furry friend and join Halcyon on Village Green for Yappy Hour on the second Thursday of each month! Enjoy delicious treats, doggy booze and adorable, adoptable pups from Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelters. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Tiki Street Pop-Up Bar Summer Kickoff Party

Friday, June 9 from 5 – 10 p.m.

Join Cherry Street Brewpub’s seasonal pop-up bar Tiki Street for a summer kickoff party! Enjoy a fantastic lineup of live music with two sets: 5 to 7 p.m. and 8 to 10 p.m. Additionally, there will be festive face painting available from 5 to 8 p.m. and a wide variety of refreshing tiki-inspired cocktails and kids’ drinks to stay hydrated throughout the night. Don’t miss out on the flavorful tropical beers, try all the food specials and indulge in Blue Chair Bay Rum samples. It’s time to celebrate the beginning of summer in style! For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Ladies Night Out: Tropical Nights Benefitting Northside Hospital’s Cancer Institute

Tuesday, June 13 from 6 – 10 p.m.

Grab your gals and join Halcyon for a fabulous Ladies Night Out: Tropical Nights! Dance the night away with a DJ spinning tunes on Village Green while sipping on Blue Chair Bay Rum samples and tropical cocktails or learn how to Salsa dance with a live band and lessons at Eclipse di Luna from 7:30 to 8:30. Enjoy some retail therapy with exclusive shopping discounts at Halcyon’s boutiques and free tropical swag while supplies last. Every ticket holder will receive a special code redeemable for a free facial at Clean Your Dirty Face Halcyon. All ticket proceeds will be donated to Northside Hospital’s Cancer Institute. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Rise & Wine: DIY Welcome Sign and Sip Workshop

Tuesday, June 13 from 6 – 8 p.m.

Rise & Wine is teaming up with The Traveling Art Cart for a wine tasting and DIY welcome sign workshop! Guests will learn how to make and decorate an 18” round real wood sign made to hang up or lean against a door and can customize different aspects, from the background color to the lettering color. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Rise & Wine: Wicks and Wine Workshop

Tuesday, June 20 from 6 – 8 p.m.

Join Rise & Wine for an evening of wine tasting and candle making! Guests will create their own signature candle scent by blending and pouring into two different candle sizes, an 8-ounce tin and a 10-ounce glass, add in a raw crystal or a hidden message that will be revealed as the wax melts. Finish the candle by decorating it with dried flowers while sipping on a glass of wine. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Farm Animal Yoga

Saturday, June 24 at 9 and 10 a.m.

Mooove on over to Halcyon for Farm Animal Yoga, featuring animals from North Georgia Wildlife Park! Treat your mind and body to a 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 a waiver prior to class, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

SPRING INTO MAY WITH HALCYON’S BLOOMING EVENTS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/1/23

Halcyon invites the community to play, shop, dine and experience what’s new at the mixed-use village

April showers bring May flowers and that rings true at Halcyon, Forsyth County’s mixed-use village. To celebrate the warm weather, Halcyon is hosting a calendar full of events throughout May. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a margarita in hand at one of the many parties hosted by Halcyon restaurants. The Spring Artists Market returns with a variety of more than 55 talented artisans. Kick off the weekend at Halcyon singing and dancing along to live music at Groovin’ on the Green. The animals of North Georgia Wildlife Park are returning this month for Farm Animal Yoga on Village Green. This Mother’s Day, treat the mother figure in your life to a tasty brunch at one of the delicious eateries in the village. There’s plenty to do and something for everyone at Halcyon in May.

The full May events schedule is outlined below:

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays in May 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. Afterwards, 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 Festival at Eclipse di Luna

Friday, May 5 from 1 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Indulge in a taco station, delicious drink specials from multiple bars and Mexican souvenir giveaways at Eclipse di Luna’s Cinco de Mayo festival! Several DJs will be spinning energetic tunes from 1 p.m. until 2 a.m. along with live music performed by a local band from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Cinco de Mayo at HOBNOB

Friday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m.

Grab your crew and head over to HOBNOB’s Cinco de Mayo party! Guests can take advantage of the flavorful taco and margarita specials on the patio bar. Dance the night away to Catalina Sabrosa, a live Latin seven-piece band. Reservations are encouraged, but are not required. There will be no cover fee for entrance. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Cinco de Mayo at CT Cantina & Taqueria

Friday, May 5 from 5 – 10 p.m.

Join CT Cantina & Taqueria for the third annual Cinco de Mayo Street Festival! Enjoy delicious premium margaritas, CT’s classic menu items, hot dogs from The Original Hot Dog Factory and tunes spun by DJ The Black Amigo. Bring the little ones for exciting entertainment and activities, including thrilling stilt walkers, talented jugglers, balloon twisters, fire baton twirlers and face painting. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

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 musicians 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.

Spring Artists Market

Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Halcyon’s Spring Artists Market returns with more than 55 talented local artisans! From jewelry, pottery, wood crafts, home decor, pet products and candles, it’ll be impossible to leave without taking home something new – especially with Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations and year-end teacher gifts around the corner. Stay for the day and shop around Halcyon’s locally owned boutiques while enjoying live music. In addition, guests can enjoy a permanent jewelry pop-up, fresh flower vendors or take home a new furry best friend when Furkids Animal Rescue is onsite. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.  

Yappy Hour

Thursday, May 11 from 5 – 7 p.m.

Bring your furry friend and join Halcyon on Village Green for Yappy Hour on Thursdays of each month! Enjoy delicious treats, doggy booze and adorable, adoptable pups from Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelters. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Farm Animal Yoga

Saturday, May 13 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 Weekend at Halcyon

Friday, May 12 through Sunday, May 14

Celebrate the mother figure in your life with an outing to Halcyon! The mixed-use village is hosting a weekend full of activities to make it a Mother’s Day weekend to remember. Get your groove on at Groovin’ on the Green with live musical performances by Aspen Countryman on Friday, former The Voice contestant Sasha Hurtado on Saturday and talented violinist Michelle Winters on Sunday. On Saturday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., show off your inner yogi and share some laughs with adorable goats and other animals at Farm Animal Yoga on Village Green. Gussied Up Flower Truck will also be on Village Green building fresh flower bouquets on Saturday from noon until 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Cap off the special weekend indulging in a wonderful Mother’s Day brunch at one of the delicious restaurants at Halcyon! For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Tea & Tutus Event at Tutu School

Sunday, May 14th at 4:00 PM

Enjoy a mother daughter day at Tutu School’s Tea & Tutu’s event! Each ticket purchase includes one cookie and a cookie decorating class with It’s a Sweet Life Bakery, a tutu from Tutu School, an adorable tea party, a sweet photoshoot with the mother figure you’re celebrating and a special Mother’s Day craft. Additional cookies to decorate are available for purchase. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the event ticketing page.

Mother’s Day Brunch at Cherry Street Brewpub

Sunday, May 14 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Cherry Street Brewpub has partnered with Society Boutique for a special Mother’s Day brunch! Enjoy mimosas and classic brunch menu items while shopping at Society Boutique’s pop-up booth with permanent jewelry. Available online is a special bundle for $179 that includes your brunch reservation, two permanent bracelets to match with mom, two mimosas and two brunch entrees. Tax and tip are included in the total price. After brunch, enjoy live music on Village Green from noon to 3 p.m. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

The Hacker Run 5k & Dog Dash

Sunday, May 21 at 8:30 a.m.

The Hacker 5k and Dog Dash is held in memory of local community supporter Jeffrey Hacker, who passed away after completing a 5k race in June 2019. The community is invited to participate and bring their dogs to run or walk with them. Registered dogs will receive a custom race bandana and a finisher medal. Humans will receive a medal and a long sleeve tee. All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations, on a leash of 6 feet or less in length and non-aggressive. Proceeds from the race will directly benefit the Humane Society of Forsyth County, an organization Jeffrey was a passionate supporter of. For more information or to register, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

HOP INTO APRIL WITH HALCYON’S FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/4/23

Halcyon invites the community to play, shop, dine and experience what’s new at the mixed-use village

Halcyon, Forsyth County’s mixed-use village, welcomes the warmer weather of spring with a fun-filled calendar of events this April. Celebrate the weekend at Halcyon singing and dancing along to live music at Groovin’ on the Green. The animals of North Georgia Wildlife Park are returning this month for the kick-off weekend of Halcyon’s Farm Animal Yoga. At the end of the month, visitors can honor the brave and courageous frontliners at Halcyon Heroes Day with special guests: Captain Marvel and Spiderman. There is plenty to do and something for everyone to enjoy throughout April at Halcyon.

The full April events schedule is outlined below:

Groovin’ on the Green

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

Celebrate the weekend by dancing and singing along to live musical performances on the Village Green! Enjoy local bands across a variety of genres playing the top hits. On the last Saturday of each month, Cherry Street Brewpub will host live music on their patio adjacent to the Village Green and guests can grab one of their craft brews 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.

Cherry Street Brewpub: Brunch & Brews with the Easter Bunny

Saturday, April 8 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Save the date for Cherry Street Brewpub’s annual Brunch & Brews with the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious dish from the flavorful brunch menu, sip on a special Easter Delight cocktail and take family photos with the Easter Bunny. Reservations are welcome and any walk-ins will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Ocean & Acre: Easter Sunday

Sunday, April 9 from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Bring the family and hop on over to Ocean & Acre for a delightful Easter Sunday meal! The menu will feature classic items along with Grandma’s Devilled Eggs, Easter smoked ham with an apricot-pineapple glaze, banana carrot cake and bubbly mimosas infused with seasonal flavors. Reservations are not required, but are encouraged. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Farm Animal Yoga

Saturday, April 15 at 10 and 11 a.m. 

Saturday, April 29 at 9 and 10 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.

Halcyon Heroes Day

Saturday, April 29 from noon – 3 p.m.

Plan your next family outing at the very special Halcyon Heroes Day! Celebrate the fearless frontline workers of Forsyth County, including county sheriff officers, police K9s, canine assistants, military personnels, 911 operators, nurses and FurKids animal rescuers. Kids are invited to dress up and meet Captain Marvel and Spiderman and explore military humvees, a fire truck, police cars, an ambulance, a school bus and more. Additionally, there will be tunes to enjoy spun by a DJ in the event lot. For more information, visit Halcyon Facebook event page.

FALL FESTIVAL OF BREWS 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/15/21

Fall Festival of Brews

Saturday, October 23 

1-5 pm

Butcher & Brew – the American gastro sports bar – is excited to announce the first annual Fall Festival of Brews will be held on Saturday, October 23 from 1-5pm at Halcyon (6690 Town Square, Alpharetta, GA). The outdoor event will celebrate the best of craft beer with tastings from over 20 craft beer companies and feature food, live music, games, giveaways and more. 

 

Beers can be paired with Butcher & Brew burgers grilled fresh and available for purchase, plus ticket holders will receive 10 percent off any standard menu item at both Butcher & Brew locations all weekend. New Sensation, the INXS tribute band, and ELEVATION, the international U2 tribute show, will be playing live music throughout the day, the Atlanta Photo Camper will be onsite to capture fun keepsakes and various beer games with prizes will be set up around the venue. Festival-goers will also be able to enter raffles and giveaways from local vendors. 

 

Early bird tickets are selling out fast and can be purchased for $34 here through October 17. Following, tickets will be $44 through October 22, and $50 the day of the festival. VIP tickets ($125) are also available for purchase and include early entry to the festival, private tasting and dining areas, exclusive beer tastings, a festival gift bag and more. A portion of ticket sales from Fall Festival of Brews will be donated to Bottle Share, a Kennesaw-based nonprofit organization that supports the craft beverage community in times of adversity and hardship. 

Ocean & Acre: Brunch A-Hoy!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/10/20

BRUNCH, a-hoy! Enjoyed a brunching voyage at the newly christened Ocean & Acre that set sail two weekends ago. Yes, this just in, Ocean & Acre in Halcyon Forsyth has brunch! It literally just launched two weekends ago!! Insert heart emoji here. Take a look through our booty of beautiful sippers and savory landlocked dishes like pancakes, steak and eggs, and polenta bowls. Who’s ready to pop the champagne and dive in for a Sunday Funday?

We found it! The prettiest, most photogenic drink in all of Atlanta, it’s on Ocean & Acres brunch menu, the Gin Sour. With an orange-pink hue, white whipped crown, and dried blood orange, she’s ready for her close-up. Beyond the beauty, with Old 4th Ward Gin, Aperol, orange bitters, lemon, and whipped egg, it starts out just as sweet as it looks, but ends smooth with the addition of the egg white. This one will be a crowd favorite. We also sipped on the Gin & Cucumber Spritz, as well as the Red Tide specialty cocktail of the week. The Gin & Cucumber Spritz is one of those drinks that reminds you of the ocean, earthy and salty. With the addition of lemon, cucumber, and prosecco, this spritz is refreshing and sunny. If you like hard seltzer or something light, this one is for you. Finally, The Red Tide was a good pair with the steak and eggs we had as it is bourbon, star anise, clove, with red wine on top. This one they use their inhouse infuser and added blood orange into the bourbon. This really reminded us of a traditional Gluhwein drink, just not hot, as it has a lot of the same ingredients. It was boozy, citrus, and then ends like a fine red wine. So, unique. They have a featured infused drink of the week, so maybe they’ll have something fun when you go brunching! They’re also thinking about having a Bloody Mary bar during brunch in the future. Wouldn’t you love that? What would you like to see on this bar?

Have you ever had a Dutch Pancake? A Polenta bowl on a brunch menu? We haven’t either and we’re in love with both. If you’re looking for a unique brunch, they have some different dishes beyond the staple eggs and bacon fare, but don’t worry, they also have steak and eggs, so you’re covered if not. We tasted three dishes, the Dutch Pancake, the Breakfast Polenta Bowl, and the Steak and Eggs. Starting with our favorite dish, the Polenta Bowl is like a grits bowl, only more like mashed potatoes texture filled with bacon, ragu (tomatoes and mushrooms), and two poached eggs. Think a mixed-up, eggs, bacon, and grits dish but ELEVATED with polenta and the tart of the ragu. And here’s our tip: play with your food! The bacon is on the top and you can use it as a scoop to get all the polenta, egg, and ragu into one bite. The bacon adds a salt element to the creamy and savory of the other ingredients. What something even more playful? Eat the polenta with the steak and eggs. Wowza!

That being said, the steak and eggs were delicious, as well, with tender steak nicely seasoned and topped with perfectly cooked sunny-side up eggs. The addition of the potatoes and oil brings an element of earthiness and richness. Get the potatoes and add to the egg and a small amount of steak = paradise. Beyond that, the dutch pancake was our sweet for the brunch. What’s so unique about this dutch pancake is that it was more fruit and tart forward, not super sweet like we thought. We loved it that way because once you get down to the lemon curd and mix in the whipped cream, you’ll get some of that sweetness mixed in with the savory of pancake and the fruit. Plus, the combo of the fruit like pears and pineapple rounded out the dish to give a great tang and tart. It was a good balance between all the flavors!

This brunch will reel you in as they have a ton of other things we’d love to try. Can you say avocado toast with fish dip, Eggs Benedict Florentine, or even that amazing looking brunch burger? We know where you’re brunching this weekend, save us a bite of the Avocado Toast, please.