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SHOP AND STROLL AT THE UNCOMMON BIZARRE IN PIEDMONT PARK THIS WEEKEND

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/10/24

Two-Day Art Festival Featuring a Diverse Array of Over 100 Local and Regional Artists 

Free to Attend on Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16th, 2024

Introducing the Uncommon Bizarre, a new two-day event brought to you by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces. This summer, shoppers and event enthusiasts are invited to Piedmont Park on Saturday, June 15th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, June 16th, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., to explore a diverse range of vendors including makers, crafters, jewelers, photographers, and skilled artists in various mediums. Eventgoers of all ages are also invited to explore culinary delights and summer sips from food trucks while they shop, stroll, and mix and mingle with the juried artists. The Uncommon Bizarre at Piedmont Park (1071 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309) is free to attend, open to all ages and leashed dogs are welcome. For more information, please visit  www.affps.com. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/affps

Photo: Ben Dashwood

ATLANTANS COME TOGETHER FOR THE SPARK 5K

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/21/23

Inaugural event supports The Kyle Pease Foundation 

Introducing the inaugural Spark 5K, a race with 100% of registration fees and proceeds benefiting The Kyle Pease Foundation’s Inclusive Employment Program. Taking place in Atlanta’s Piedmont Park on Thursday, May 4, the event is hosting more than 30 in-chair athletes, the most participating in any Atlanta 5K to date.

“Partnering with The Kyle Pease Foundation to bring this vibrant 5K to life aligns with Roark’s mission of helping people and companies reach their potential,” Allison Hill, Head of Diversity & Social Responsibility at Roark, explained. “This run is for everyone and we are excited to see so many community members come together for such an incredible cause.” 

With a heavy focus on using the power of sports to create an inclusive experience for all participants, The Kyle Pease Foundation designed the event with the main goal of inclusion taking center stage, allowing the city of Atlanta, in-chair athletes and their push-assist athletes to come together and work towards a common goal.

“Since we created The Kyle Pease Foundation in 2011, we have sought to use sports as a way of providing inclusive opportunities for athletes with disabilities,” Kyle Pease, Founder and Chief Inspirational Officer of The Kyle Pease Foundation, stated. “Thanks to this wonderful partnership with Roark, we are able to achieve our goal of bringing Atlanta a race centered on inclusion and provide tons of athletes with the opportunity to experience the thrill of being part of the competition.”

Participants are encouraged to register at Spark5K.com in order to show their support towards an important cause. The event, which begins at 6:30pm, is a race for everyone – no matter their abilities – so it’s time for the Atlanta community to show how it rallies behind a worthy cause.

Click here to learn more about The Kyle Pease Foundation. 

Sponsors include Roark, The Coca-Cola Company,  Rabobank, Truist and more. 

GET INTO THE GROOVE WITH CAMP CREEK SOUL FESTIVAL, RNB SOULFEST, AND WEDNESDAY WINDDOWN EVENTS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/9/23

Tamp Creek Soul Festival – Saturday, April 15th

An RnB and Soul Music Festival Series in Princeton Lakes Park at the Camp Creek marketplace.

Location: 3870 Redwine Rd, Atlanta, GA 30331

2pm to 11pm

Join us for a soul-stirring and unforgettable experience at our Two-Day Soul & RnB Music Festival!
Immerse yourself in live music performances, laugh out loud with our comedian hosts, savor delicious food, and dance the night away. Bring your picnic essentials and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, complete with a yoga segment at noon. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of music, comedy, food, and fun! Get your tickets now to reserve your spot!

Tickets run $25-$334. Find out more here.

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RNB Soulfest – Saturday, May 13 and Sunday, May 14

Piedmont Park, noon to 11pm

Our souls need healing after these past few years, we’ve lost loved ones and lost hope. What better way to heal the soul then a safe space with good Soul and RnB music. A event with good food, music, wellness and healing vendors, games and more. Come join us for Atlanta’s R&B and Soul Picnic in the heart of the city at Piedmont Park Midtown. We will be playing the best of Classic and New R&b and Soul Music Bring your own cooler (No Glass). This event will be from noon untill 11pm, Saturday and Sunday.

Tickets range from $25 and GA to $365 for groups. Cooler passes are $100 for food and non-alcholic beverages.

All ticket information here.

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Wednesday Winddown at Underground Atlanta

Every Wednesday 5 pm to 9 pm

Savor delicious bites, sip on your favorite drinks, and dance to the soulful beats of the greatest R&B and soul hits. 

With live performances, comedic acts, and exciting games, this is the perfect way to beat the midweek blues. Hear mixes from Dj Chigga, Dj weez and more. 

Don’t miss this chance to unwind and have a blast. Wind Down Wednesday is the perfect way to beat the midweek blues, make memories with friends, and have a night to remember. 

Grab your tickets now and get ready to dance the night away with friends! 

Tickets here and are $0 to $250.

DINNER WITH A VIEW ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/2/23

Unique Pop-Up Dining Experience Opens Domes in Piedmont Park for a Limited Time

Part pop-up restaurant, part outdoor oasis, Dinner With A View will bring an immersive and elevated culinary experience with a one-of-a-kind view to Atlantans this March! Starting on March 2nd, the premier pop-up will offer guests a new perspective on outdoor dining from the comfort of a private, climate-controlled, clear and frameless geodesic dome with stunning views of Piedmont Park in Midtown.

“We couldn’t think of a better city to set up in than the inspiring cultural melting pot that is Atlanta, just in time for the beautiful spring season,” says Ryan Rearden, Partner of Dinner With A View Atlanta and founder and CEO of GRAÉ HOSPITALITY group. “We are proud to offer something truly original to Atlantans with our fully immersive event that excites the senses with its unique environment-enhancing domes and incredible dining experience.”


Located within The Promenade at Piedmont Park, near the Atlanta Botanical Garden and Magnolia Hall, the experience will feature 33 thoroughly-decorated domes with elegant lighting consciously placed across the green space, providing stunning views of the surrounding park and city skyline from each and every seat.mGuests will enjoy a three-course meal expertly crafted by Atlanta’s own GRAÉ HOSPITALITY’s award-winning Executive Chef Andy Merritt-Carter. Using influences from cuisines around the world, diners will have the opportunity to select from four menu categories – beef, chicken, fish, or vegan – all of which feature Chef’s exquisite array of flavors to pair effortlessly with the vibrant surrounding ambiance. A full beverage menu will also be available offering guests a variety of drinks for purchase.


The Dinner With A View experience will be open to guests from Thursday, March 2nd through Sunday, April 2nd, 2023, operating Thursday with seatings at 8:15 p.m., Friday and Saturday with seatings at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., & 9:30 p.m, and Sunday with seatings at 5:00 p.m, 7:00 p.m., & 9:00 p.m. Dome reservations are now available online for $199.99 and dinner bookings are $129.99 per guest. A minimum of 4 guests are required per booking, and domes can accommodate a maximum of 6 guests.

To learn more about Dinner With A View, advantage of special promotions, first access to premium dates and
seating times, or event updates, please visit https://www.dinnerwithaview.ca/atlanta-2023.

SECOND ANNUAL ¡VIVA TEQUILA! FESTIVAL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/6/19

Small-Batch Tequilas and Bites from Atlanta’s Best Chefs Bring True Taste of
Mexico’s Culture to Piedmont Park

Promenade at Piedmont Park at Noon

ATLANTA  – On Saturday, Oct. 26, famed tequila importer and connoisseur Juan Bonilla and Atlanta event producer Sean O’Keefe are hosting the second annual ¡Viva Tequila! Festival, a one-of-a-kind tequila tasting experience and cultural extravaganza that pairs 25 top Atlanta restaurants with 25 of the world’s finest boutique tequilas. Attendees also will enjoy live music and other performances, plus local and imported artisan goods. The high-end and high-spirited festivities, which benefit the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance, take place under the tents at The Promenade at Piedmont Park.

“Our goal is to give guests a completely different understanding of how the spirit works in a gastronomic context. Many people have bad experiences with tequila when they are younger, but we are trying to teach them to give tequila another chance,” says Bonilla. “The greatest reward is how people’s perceptions change once they realize how good quality tequila tastes and how well it pairs with different types of food.”

The tasting event begins at 12:00 p.m. and includes unlimited access to small bites and top-shelf tequila pairings until 5 p.m. Offering incredible value, general admission ($75) to the ¡Viva Tequila! Festival also includes a DJ, live entertainment from traditional Mexican dancers to Mariachi bands, and vendors showcasing paintings, artifacts, clothing and jewelry. For attendees who want to continue the fun and experience live music plus even more exceptional tequilas, VIP tickets ($150) include access to the ¡Viva Noche! After Party from 6-9 p.m. In its inaugural event in 2018, the festival hosted 2,000 attendees and expects closer to 5,000 this year.

A portion of the festival’s proceeds benefits the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing awareness and educating women, their families and the health care community about risks, symptoms and treatment of ovarian cancer leading to earlier detection. Bonilla feels strongly about serving high-quality products that won’t increase the risk for diseases, and GOCA’s cause is one that is close to his heart.

Participating restaurants include, Casa Cielo, Loca Luna, Eclipse di Luna, Cabo’s Mexican Grill, Santa Lucia Brizilian Steakhouse, Seven Tequilas Mexican Restaurant, HOLA! Taqueria and Bar, La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant, Zocalo Mexican Kitchen and Cantina and Doraku. Each is paired with premium tequila brands not widely available in the United States such as Don Nacho, Don Fernando, Mi Tierra, Padre Azul, Don Celso and Siempre tequilas.

Differentiating itself from the multitude of other food and beverage festivals throughout Atlanta, the ¡Viva Tequila! Festival is a sipping event that showcases tequila’s diversity and how the spirit can be elevated with specific food pairings from Atlanta chefs. Bonilla is encouraging his guests to try food with the tequila and seeks to separate the spirit from the “shots on Cinco de Mayo” stereotype.

“People in the United States don’t see tequila as something you eat with, it’s seen as more of a party drink, but the reality is it’s one of the most expensive spirits on the planet,” says Bonilla. “We’re trying to get people to recognize why it tastes so good and the cost behind it.”

Bonilla’s family owned a great deal of land in the Mexican states of Jalisco and Michoacán, where tequila is produced, and he became passionate about and highly involved in the tequila industry from a young age. With first-hand experience farming and cooking the agave plants to producing the tequila, he went on to serve as an ambassador for the spirit and has been a tequila and mezcal importer for the past decade. Bonilla also holds one of the largest collections (over 400 bottles) in the world. “It’s so much more than the spirit for me; tequila represents the culture of Mexico,” he says.

For Bonilla, educating consumers is a year-round initiative that doesn’t end with the ¡Viva Tequila! Festival. He also offers a more intimate tequila dinner series throughout the year at local Atlanta-area restaurants to increase awareness and enjoyment of tequila in a different setting, and leads small group trips to Mexico for travelers interested in visiting distilleries and learning how tequila is produced.

The Promenade is an open-air venue located on the Greensward Path in Piedmont Park. Tickets to the festival are available for purchase on Eventbrite. Guests must be at least 21 years of age to attend.

Ninth Annual Piedmont Park Arts Festival

Date: Saturday, August 17th to Sunday, August 18th

Time: Varies by day

About: Consistently recognized as one of the best outdoor festivals in Atlanta, the Piedmont Park Arts Festival will return to the picturesque park in the heart of Midtown for its ninth year on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18, 2019. A favorite for all ages, the two-day, family-friendly event will feature approximately 250 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalwork artisans, glass blowers, jewelers and crafters. Festival goers are also invited to enjoy artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, an expansive artist market, children’s play area, festival foods and beverages, games and much more. The event is free to attend and dogs are welcome.

More Information:

http://piedmontparkartsfestival.com/

ELECTRIC AVENUE THE 80’S MTV EXPERIENCE COMES TO PARK TAVERN THIS SUMMER!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/18/19

PARK TAVERN PRESENTS ELECTRIC AVENUE “THE 80’S MTV EXPERIENCE”
A Throwback to 80’s Pop, Vintage Synthesizers, Drum Machines and Much More!   
Kicks Off Friday, June 21 at 7 p.m. 
On Friday, June 21, 2019, partygoers searching for a radical night are invited to dust off their leg warmers, neon colors and spandex for the series kick off of Electric Avenue “The 80’s MTV Experience” at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park. Beginning at 7 p.m., perms and mullets alike can bust a move to their favorite 80’s tunes featuring iconic sounds of vintage synthesizers and drum machines. Guests can also enjoy Park Tavern’s signature favorites such as burgers, tacos, fresh sushi flown in from Hawaii, handcrafted cocktails, frosty beers, a wide variety of wines and much more. Doors open at 7 p.m. and music will begin at 8 p.m. and continue through 11 p.m.
For ages 21 and up, General Admission tickets include entry to the event, standing room and bar seating only on a first-come, first-served basis and are available starting at $20. General Admission tickets will increase to $25 at the door. For a guaranteed VIP table, VIP tickets are available starting at $100 for a 4 person VIP table, $180 for a 6 person VIP table and $220 for an 8 person VIP table. Partygoers can also look forward to rocking out to the favorite 80s jams all summer long, because Park Tavern’s Electric Avenue – The 80’s MTV Experience will also be held on July 19th, August 23rd and September 20th.
To purchase tickets, visit:

http://www.parktavern.com/events/electric-avenue