Atlanta Weekend Events – June 7th-9th

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A Raisin in the Sun Marietta’s New Theatre in the Square presents the classic play about dreams, and wraps up its run this weekend. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Presents Beethoven’s Fidelio Music Director Robert Spano brings a cast of international opera singers to Atlanta for this special performance Saturday night at Atlanta Symphony Hall. Balloons Over Fayette Head south to Fayetteville …

Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival!

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Atlanta’s own celebrity chef Ford Fry (Jct. Kitchen, Superica, The Optimist) presents the 11th annual Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival on July 14th.  Enjoy tomato-based treats from dozens of local chefs and mixologists, along with live music from The Spazmatics and Ford Fry’s own chef band, The Foo’d Fighters!  The festivities also include a live auction with a variety …

Come From Away at the Fox Theatre

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Broadway’s “Come From Away” has won Best Musical at awards ceremonies all across North America! Written by Tony nominees Irene Sankoff and David Heinhe, Come From Away tells the touching true story of 7,000 air passengers who became stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland following the September 11th terror attacks. Residents of Gander volunteered to take in the …

Atlanta Weekend Events: May 31st – June 2nd

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Alpharetta Brew Moon Fest Enjoy live music and great beer in the streets of downtown Alpharetta, featuring locals CurraheeBrewing Company and Jekyll Brewing. Atlanta Food & Wine Festival Celebrate and sample award-winning Southern cuisine, with opportunities to meet and learn from the region’s best chefs. Atlanta Tiny House Show Attend seminars and discussions led by tiny house experts, with 15 …

Stand Up For The Hooch!

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On June 23rd, High Country Outfitters presents the 8th annual “Stand Up for the Hooch” race. All ages and ability levels are welcome to come paddle the famous Chattahoochee River, in this race taking place just minutes from downtown Atlanta.  First time paddlers are encouraged to participate, and racers will choose either the 2 mile or 6 mile course.  There …

Atlanta Canada Fest!

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Come out to Meehan’s Public House in Sandy Springs on Saturday, June 22, for Atlanta’s 14th annual celebration of all things Canadian! The festivities kick off at noon and include street hockey for the kids, a menu of Canadian favorites, and a full day of local Canadian music leading up to co-headliners Twin Kennedy and The Strictly Hip! Canadian author …

Atlanta Weekend Events – May 24-27

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Argentina Food, Wine & Cultural Festival Held at venues and restaurants across Atlanta, come celebrate the best of Argentine wine and cuisine, with live tango and folk art shows. Atlanta Jazz Festival Enjoy a music-filled weekend at Piedmont Park this Saturday and Sunday at the 41st annual Atlanta Jazz Festival, one of the largest of its kind in the country! …

Roswell Lavender Festival

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The 9th Annual Roswell Lavender Festival, takes place on June 8th at the historic Barrington Hall in Roswell. This celebration of all things lavender features an artists market, great food, lavender and plant demonstrations and live music. There will also be plenty of children’s activities and crafts, including the return of the Enchanted Fairy Hollow, where kids of all ages …