JUNE

ALIVE AFTER 5
June 17
Bring the whole family from 5-9 for a festive street party located on Canton Street in the Historic District of Roswell.
www.aliveafterfiveroswell.com

ART ON THE BELTLINE
Through Oct.
A unique display of visual and performance art instillations in line with the  22-mile railroad, the Atlanta Beltline.
www.beltline.org

ATHFEST MUSIC & ART FEST
June 23-27  
A fun event with a local talent showcase in downtown Athens which features 200 bands as well as Artist Market, Club Crawl, KidsFest, and film screenings.
706-548-1973
www.athfest.com

ATL. BOTANICAL GARDEN
Through Sept.
Join Atlanta Botanical Gardens for cocktails in the Garden, an after-hours social from 6-10 pm. Thursdays evenings with "light bites," cash bar, and great live music. June: Hydrangeas & Highballs; July, Edibles & Infusions; August, Tropicals and Tipsy Teas; September, Cacao & Caipirinhas. $15.
Through Oct.  
"Blown Organics: The Glass of Cohn-Stone Studios" on view in the new Edible Garden.
Through Oct.
Garden Chef Demos at noon and 1 PM Sat. and Sun. in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Midtown.
404-876-5859
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

CALLAWAY GARDENS
Through Aug. 13  
Florida State University presents "Flying High" Circus, daily with the exception of Monday and Wednesday.
Pine Mountain.
1-800-CALLAWAY
www.callawaygardens.com

CHATTAHOOCHEE NATURE CENTER
June 19  
32nd annual Possum Trot 10K & 1-Mile Fun Run, a qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race.
Through Aug. 29  
Offering guided Canoe Trips from Thursday to Sunday.
Come for Family Night Hike & Stargazing throughout June from 8-10 PM ($15).
9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell.
770-992-2055
www.chattnaturecenter.org

DECATUR BEACH PARTY
June 18  
Come for the 25th annual bash in Decatur square with 60 tons of sand, kid's boardwalk, live music, dancing, food court and more, from 5 PM-midnight. $10, kids under 12 free (limit of 2 per paying adult).  
678-553-6573
www.decaturdba.com

FAMILY FUN DAYS AT CENTENNIAL PARK
June 26
From 12-4 pm come enjoy the outdoors at this free family fun including kids activities, shows, performers, crafts, games, and prizes.
404-222-7275
www.centennialpark.com

IMAX® THEATRE AT FERNBANK MUSEUM
Through July 29
"Arabia." Explore the ancient tombs of a lost city and dive through the reefs of the Red Sea.
Through Sept. 30
 "Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure." Get a bug's-eye-view of the beautiful and sometimes bizarre world of insects.
On-going  
Come on Fridays for Martinis & IMAX from 6:30-11 PM. A perfect blend of culture and cocktails, with live music and DJ. Exclusive showings of "Ride Around the World" (through June 25), "Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey," and "Cirque du Soleil: Journey of Man" (starting July 2).
$13 ($11, ages 3-12).
Fernbank Museum of Natural History, 767 Clifton Road.
404-929-6300
www.fernbankmuseum.org

MALIC JEWELS JEWELRY AND GIFT SHOW
June 25-27
Gwinnett Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth.
www.malicjewels.com

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
Through July 31  
Free movie screenings and live music on Sat. nights at Mall of Georgia in Buford: "Planet 51," June 19; "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs," June 26; "Music, 6:30 PM; movies at dusk.
678-482-8788
www.mallofgeorgia.com

SARAH PALIN LIVE
June 29  
'Go Rogue' with Sarah Palin at the Arena at Gwinnett Center, Duluth at 7:30 pm for Sarah Palin Live.
www.ticketmaster.com

STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Through Aug. 8
Summer at the Rock, 10 AM-8 PM, with "Campfire at the Edge of the Universe" show, Ritmo Blu world percussion trio, Foam Pit, the Rockman, Sky Hike treetop course, and "Journey to the Center of the Earth" 4D. $27 Adventure Pass ($21 ages 3-11).
Through August
The Lasershow Spectacular is back! Beginning at 9:30 pm nightly through August 8 and then Saturday shows through the month of August, this event includes a fantastic fireworks finale on the Memorial Lawn. Admission is free with a $10 vehicle entrance.
770-498-5690
www.stonemountainpark.com

ZOO ATLANTA
June 19  
Unleash your inner animal at Zoo Atlanta's 'Wild on the Rocks - Trader's Alley: Wildlife's Fading Footprints' from 6-9 PM with exhibit tour, theater seating and open bar. Reservations are required.
800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta.
404-624-2809
www.zooatlanta.org

JULY

ALIVE AFTER 5
July 15
Bring the whole family from 5-9 for a festive street party located on Canton Street in the Historic District of Roswell.
www.aliveafterfiveroswell.com

ALPHARETTA'S JULY 4TH FIREWORKS & FESTIVITIES
July 4  
Celebrate the 4th from 3-8 PM with children's activities and live music at Wills Park. Even will have food vendors and fireworks show at dusk.  
Old Milton Pkwy., Alpharetta.
678-297-6140
www.alpharetta.ga.us

ART ON THE BELTLINE
Through Oct.
A unique display of visual and performance art instillations in line with the   22-mile railroad, the Atlanta Beltline.
www.beltline.org

ATL. BOTANICAL GARDEN
Through Sept.  
Cocktails in the Garden.
Through Oct.  
"Blown Organics: The Glass of Cohn-Stone Studios."
Through Oct.
Garden Chef Demos.
1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Midtown.
404-876-5859
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER EVENTS
July 14  
Enjoy the Summer Coffeehouse Series Open Mic Poetry Reading, music will begin at 7:30 PM, readings at 8:15 PM. $5.
July 23  
Tango Night with dance lesson beginning at 8 PM with dance party following at 9:15 PM. $15 ($10 party only).
July 24  
Capitol City Opera "On the Light Side," 6:30 PM. $25.
980 Briarcliff Road NE, Atlanta.
404-872-5338
www.callanwolde.org

CALLAWAY GARDENS
Through Aug. 13  
Florida State University presents "Flying High" Circus, everyday with the exception of Monday and Wednesday.
July 4  
Join Callaway Garden for a Star Spangled Beach Party, complete with swimming at Robin Lake, dancing to live music by the Swinging Medallions at 7:30 PM and ending the day with a fantastic fireworks finale at 9:30 PM.
Pine Mountain.
1-800-CALLAWAY
www.callawaygardens.com

CENTENNIAL PARK'S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
July 4  
Take MARTA to Centennial Park for free family fun with festive kids' activities, inflatables, arts & crafts, performances, musical entertainment and fireworks.
404-222-7275
www.centennialpark.com

CHATTAHOOCHEE NATURE CENTER
Through Aug. 29  
Guided Canoe Trips, Thurs.-Sun.
9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell.
770-992-2055
www.chattnaturecenter.org

FAMILY FUN DAYS AT CENTENNIAL PARK
July 24  
Come for an athletic venture outdoors that is all about sports. Noon-4 PM. There will be free family fun with kids' activities, shows, performers, crafts, games and prizes.
404-222-7275
www.centennialpark.com

FIREFLY NIGHTS AT BARNSLEY GARDENS
July 17  
Come and enjoy dancing, live music and cocktails in the Ruins at Barnsley Gardens Resort, Adairsville. This event is free with a cash bar.
www.barnsleyresort.com

FLYING COLORS BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL
July 17-18  
Come explore nature at the 11th annual Butterfly Festival at Chattahoochee Nature Center, includes: butterfly releases, arts & crafts, puppet show, music, costume parade, games, exhibits and plant sale. $8 (free for 2 & under).
9135 Willeo Road, Roswell.
770-992-2055
www.chattnaturecenter.org

GA. MOUNTAIN FAIR
July 21-31  
Enjoy the mountain air at the 60th annual fair at the Ga. Mountain Fairgrounds which includes musical performances, carnival rides, crafts and attractions. $9 (free for under 10); $2 parking.
1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee.
706-896-4191
www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

LENOX SQUARE JULY 4TH CELEBRATION            
July 4  
A festive July 4th celebration with children's games, musical entertainment and food concessions begin at 6 PM, followed by largest fireworks display in the Southeast at 9:40 PM.
Lenox Square, 3393 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta.  
404-233-6767

MOUNTAINS IN BLOOM
July 8-11  
Benefit The Bascom at this garden festival with home and garden tour, flower show, garden shop and lectures in the mountain resort community of Highlands, N.C.
828-526-4949
www.mountainsinbloom.com

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
Through July 31
Free movie screenings and live music on Sat. nights at Mall of Georgia in Buford: ""Transformers," July 4; "The Blind Side," July 10; "Fantastic Mr. Fox," July 17; "Back to the Future II," July 24; "Alvin and the Chipmunks, The Squeakquel," July 31. Music, 6:30 PM; Movies at dusk.
678-482-8788
www.mallofgeorgia.com

NATIONAL BLACK ARTS FESTIVAL
July 14-18  
Celebrate the art, music and culture of people of African descent at venues around town, and an International Marketplace at Centennial Olympic Park for this festival.
www.nbaf.org

PERSIMMON CREEK VINEYARD DINNERS
July 17  
Bon Appetit Y'all with Virginia Willis at 7 PM. $95. Clayton.
706-212-7380
www.persimmoncreekwine.com

SCOTT ANTIQUE MARKETS SUMMER SHOWS
July 9-11  
Find a treasure at the world's largest series of indoor antique shows at the Atlanta Expo Center. Hours are as follows: 9 AM-6 PM Fri.-Sat., 10 AM-4 PM Sun.
3650 Jonesboro Road, SE, Atlanta.
404-361-2000
www.scottantiquemarket.com

SOUTHEAST KICKBALL FEST
July 30-Aug. 1  
Bring your 'A' game for the double-elimination event at Georgia Tech's recreational turf fields and historic Piedmont Park's Active Oval fields in Midtown Atlanta. There will be 16 games will be played each hour across the 2 locations from 8 AM-9 PM Sat., and 9 AM-3 PM Sun. Registration deadline is July 21.
www.southeastkickballfest.com

AUGUST

ALIVE AFTER 5
Aug. 19  
Bring the whole family from 5-9 for a festive street party located on Canton Street in the Historic District of Roswell.
www.aliveafterfiveroswell.com

ART ON THE BELTLINE
Through Oct.
A unique display of visual and performance art instillations in line with the   22-mile railroad, the Atlanta Beltline.
www.beltline.org

ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN
Through Sept.  
Cocktails in the Garden.
Through Oct.
"Blown Organics: The Glass of Cohn-Stone Studios."
Through Oct.
Garden Chef Demos.
1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Midtown.
404-876-5859
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

ATLANTA FOOD RAVE
Aug. 27  
Come for live music and fun from the kitchen with five Atlanta chefs from 7-11 PM at Mason Murer Fine Art Gallery. $55.
404-856-0157
www.atlantafoodrave.com

CALLAWAY GARDENS
Through Aug. 13  
Be amazed at the Florida State University "Flying High" Circus running each day except Mon. and Wed.
Pine Mountain.  
1-800-CALLAWAY
www.callawaygardens.com

CHATTAHOOCHEE NATURE CENTER
Through Aug. 29  
Guided Canoe Trips, Thurs.-Sun.
9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell.
770-992-2055
www.chattnaturecenter.org

FAMILY FUN DAYS AT CENTENNIAL PARK
Aug. 28  
Have a day at the park with Games & Gadgets from Noon-4 PM. Free family fun including: kids' activities, shows, performers, crafts, games and prizes.
404-222-7275
www.centennialpark.com

GERMAN BIERFEST  
Aug. 28  
Have a drink from German culture at this 7th annual fest from 2-7 PM at Atlanta's Woodruff Park.
www.germanbierfest.com

GREAT CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER PAINT OUT
Aug. 11-14  
View art in action as artists paint along the Chattahoochee River at Island Ford, Azalea Drive, Vickery Creek and Willeo Park, Aug. 11-13. There will be a reception from 7:30-9:30 PM Aug. 14 at Island Ford Headquarters of Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
770-640-3253
800-776-7935
www.visitroswellga.com

INTERGALACTIC BEAD & JEWELRY SHOWS
Aug. 21-22  
Come for a jewelry extravaganza at Gwinnett Center.
6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth.
888-729-6904
www.beadshows.com

PERSIMMON CREEK VINEYARD DINNERS
Aug. 21  
Enjoy, Let it Roll! with Chef Todd Richards at 7 PM. $85. Clayton.
706-212-7380
www.persimmoncreekwine.com

SUMMER SHADE FESTIVAL
Aug. 28-29  
Join Grant Park for their 8th annual fest at Historic Grant Park which will have live music, artist market, kids' fun and food. Free. There will also be the Adams Realtors 5K Run for the Park at 8 AM Sat. (walkers welcome). Finally each day, Corks & Forks, a fine food and wine event will be from 1-5 PM. $45 ($35 advance). Proceeds will benefit the Grant Park Conservancy.  
537 Park Ave., Atlanta.
404-521-0938
www.summershade.org

TRILOGY TROLLEY CRAWL
Aug. 21  
Enjoy an enchanted evening of music, food and fun at Roswell's three historic homes: Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation from 7-11 PM.  
www.roswellgov.com/southerntrilogy

SEPTEMBER

ART IN THE PARK
Sept. 4-6  
Find your inner artist or at least be inspired as the three days of outdoor artistic enjoyment returns to the historic Marietta Square. Enjoy viewing over 130 artists as they showcase their talent through a variety of media including: painting, photography, pottery, sculpture and jewelry and then stroll the Interactive Art Alley as well as create your own make-and-take projects.
www.artparkmarietta.com

ART ON THE BELTLINE
Through Oct.
Visual and performance art installations along the Atlanta BeltLine, a 22-mile railroad corridor circling downtown.
www.beltline.org

ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN
Through Sept.
Cocktails in the Garden.
Through Oct.  
"Blown Organics: The Glass of Cohn-Stone Studios."
Through Oct.
Garden Chef Demos.
1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Midtown.
404-876-5859
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

CALLAWAY GARDENS
Sept. 3-5  
Up, up, and away! Come for the Hot Air Balloon Fest in Pine Mountain.
1-800-CALLAWAY
www.callawaygardens.com

FAMILY FUN DAYS AT CENTENNIAL PARK
Sept. 25  
Family fun with culture with 'Our Many Cultures' from noon-4 PM. Free fun for the whole family including kids' activities, shows, performers, crafts, games and prizes.
404-222-7275
www.centennialpark.com

AJC DECATUR BOOK FEST
Sept. 3-5  
Find your inner bookworm at the largest independent book festival in country on Decatur's downtown square. The festival is presented by DeKalb.
www.decaturbookfestival.com

MARIETTA ART IN THE PARK FESTIVAL
Sept. 4-6  
Come to Glover Park in Marietta Square for 24th annual fine art extravaganza which will feature a juried artist market complete with original works by 100-plus artists from 16 states, children's activities as well as live music. Free parking in the Cherokee Street parking deck.
770-429-1115
www.marietta.com

MARIETTA STREETFEST
Sept. 18  
The 19th annual fun-filled festival at Glover Park on Marietta Square with something for everyone; will feature classics, collectibles, and treasures as well as antique dealers and artisans. In addition there will be a Farmers Market, Trash or Treasure Show and Hubcaps and History Marietta Classic Car Show.
50 N. Park Square, Marietta.
770-592-7180
www.marietta.com

PIONEER DAYS
Sept. 3-6  
Festival fun for the whole family with arts & crafts, rides & games, dancers & musicians, as well as a parade on Saturday and fireworks on Monday at Sam Smith Park in Cartersville. $5 (under 12, free).
770-974-9033
www.pioneerdaysga.com

U.S. 10K CLASSIC FAMILY FESTIVAL
Sept. 4-5  
Bring the whole family to the official race expo for U.S. 10K Classic at the Galleria Gardens. There will be an Artists Market, kids' area, Kid's Classic Races (11 AM Saturday), interactive displays and apparel and fitness gear.10 AM-6 PM Sat., 10 AM-5 PM Sun. Benefits World Children's Center.
Galleria Pkwy., Atlanta
www.us10k.org

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