Terrapin Beer Co is hosting its Anniversary Carnival TODAY!-4:30-8:30p-Athens

265 Newton Bridge Rd., Athens, GA 30607

Terrapin Beer Co. Anniversary Carnival

Superstitious? Then be sure to join us in celebrating 13 years of Terrapin Beer on Sat., April 11 from 4:30 – 8:30 pm at the brewery here in Athens, GA!

Live music, carnival games including the infamous beer dunk tank, local vendors/artists with their wares on display, and plenty of Terrapin beers to sip on including some rarities and special casks.

A portion of proceeds will benefit Community Connection of Northeast Georgia.

Tix:
http://terrapin.xorbia.com/Terrapin13thAnniversary/xt/?referral=xt-buy-tix

Terrapin Beer Company Carnival is #where2go

Bring the family out to the Atlanta Fair happening February 27th-April 5th-Atlanta

ATLANTA FAIR

655 Central Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30312-Turner Field, Grey Lot

Fun for ages includes the Ferris wheel, bumper cars, rides for young children, fun house, games, corn dogs and funnel cakes. 

See live performances from various local musical groups. Take a ride on the Ferris wheel for a great view of Atlanta. With over 100 rides to choose from, you are bound to find fun!

Vendors and food trucks exhibit daily, so grab some funnel cakes to enjoy with friends.

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday: Gates open at 5 PM

Saturday & Sunday: Gates open at 1 PM

No entrance after 10 PM

PRICES:

Under 36": only $1.00

Over 36":

$3.00 Monday - Thursday

$5.00 Friday, Saturday Matinee 1 pm - 5 pm, & Sunday

$8.00 Saturday 5 pm - 10 pm


* Students under age 18 must be accompanied by and adult

over age 21 on Friday & Saturday evenings. (Students may

be required to present ID to verify age to enter without parent)

Weekend tix for sale onsite only!

TIX:

http://www.eventbee.com/v/theatlantafair

Atlanta Fair is #where2go

Callanwolde Arts Festival is happening January 24th & 25th 2015-Atlanta

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center

980 Briarcliff Rd., NE,
Atlanta, GA 30306

The Callanwolde Arts Festival is a two-day indoor festival. Located in one of the most distinctive historic properties in Atlanta, this event promises to become one of the premier partnerships of art institutions in the area. It is a festival for Artists by Artists, letting the artist have a voice in the creation and operations of the festival

This event will feature approximately 86 painters, photographers, sculptors, metalwork, glass artists, jewelers and more! The Festival will also offer artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, plus gourmet food trucks with healthy alternatives and music and dance performances.

The 2014 Callanwolde Arts Festival is organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, LLC and a board of experts in various artistic disciplines. The festival will uphold the highest standards supporting the arts, and offer participating artists the environment to nurture appreciation for their skills.

VID:

http://youtu.be/ttXC1QVGqOE

Saturday: 10 AM - 6 PM
VIP Reception 6:30-9:30 PM
Sunday: 11 AM - 5 PM

Callanwolde Arts Festival is #where2go

Chastain Park Arts Festival 2014 is happening November 1st and 2nd-Atlanta

4469 Stella Dr., Atlanta, GA 30327

Inside upper Chastain Park on Park Drive

Chastain Park Arts Festival 2014: November 1st and 2nd
Celebrating Fall Colors at Atlanta’s “Best Local Festival”

The Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces is proud to announce the Sixth Annual Chastain Park Arts Festival on November 1st and 2nd in Atlanta, Georgia. Named Best Self Magazine’s “Best Local Festival,” the Chastain Park Arts Festival will transform the park into an outdoor art gallery to the backdrop of vibrant fall hues. This two-day event will feature up to 200 fine local and regional artists and artisans along tree lined Park Drive in Chastain Park. This is definitely and event that you do not want to miss!

Visitors will enjoy fine art and crafts, a children’s area and local food and beverage concessions including the “gourmet” food trucks. Local acoustic musicians will enliven the atmosphere in addition to live art demonstrations. This event is organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces and volunteer artists. Best of all, it’s entirely free to attend!

The Chastain Park area is rich with one of the largest and most enthusiastic art buying communities in the Atlanta area. More than 50,000 visitors are expected over the weekend to view the many painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft persons, glass blowers, jewelers and more! The Festival will also offer visitors the opportunity to view artist demonstrations, enjoy live entertainment, participate in hands-on art activities, and enjoy festival foods and beverages.

The festival benefits a scholarship fund for local artists administered by the Georgia Foundation for Public Spaces. For more information about the festival, please visit www.chastainparkartsfestival.com.

Times:
Sat., November 1, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sun., November 2, 2014 from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Music: Live Acoustic Only
Admission: Free

Chastain Park Arts Festival is #where2go

Boxerstock, A full day of Music and Dogs is happening This Sunday 12-6-Marietta

Jim Miller Park
2245 Callaway Road
Marietta, GA 30008


Boxerstock offers you an entire day of live music from top local performers and nationally known artists, including 2014 American Idol star, Jessica Meuse! Musicians from a variety of genres are on the bill, so there’s something for everyone.

Comedienne Shelly Ryan
will emcee and keep the audience entertained between acts.
 
This year our Kids' Village is packed with fun things to do, plus Human Hamster Balls - Come walk on water!!
 
Kids' Stage with kid-friendly entertainment, including some of Atlanta's top up-and-coming young artists! Kid will enjoy:-Inflatables
-Water Walkers (Human Hamster Balls!)-Face Painting by FANCY
-Kids' Art Contest
-Scooby Doo and K-9 Kids


Four-legged family members are welcome too! Well-behaved dogs of all breeds are welcome
on-leash or for some friendly play in our off-leash dog park.

-"Ask The Vet" Q & A Booth staffed by the veterinarians at Paces Ferry Veterinary Clinic
-"Ask The Pros" Training Q & A Booth staffed by the trainers at K-9 Coach
-Canine agility and obedience demonstrations
-Canine Disc Dogs - Frisbee demos!
-Dog costume contest with prizes for Most Humorous, Most Creative and Scariest Dog.
-Rescue Row - many adoptable dogs and cats!
-Microchipping will be available for $25 per dog. (Bring proof of ownership and vaccination records.) Please be sure to stop by Slobber Snaks booth #95 for tasty all natural doggie treats! Slobber Snaks serves doggie ice cream, biscuits and doggie doughnuts for your pup! Mention this post and receive a FREE treat! (http://slobbersnaks.com)

Boxerstock is #where2go 

Fall Festival on Ponce 2014: October 18th and 19th-11-6p-Atlanta

1451 Ponce de Leon Avenue,
N.E., Atlanta, GA 30307  

The Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces is proud to announce the Fourth Annual Fall Festival on Ponce coming October 18th and 19th in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Fall Festival on Ponce is an Atlanta arts and crafts festival held in the historic Olmsted Linear Park. Visitors will enjoy the gorgeous landscape designed by one of America’s most celebrated landscape architects, Fredrick Olmsted Sr. , which was carefully restored by the Olmsted Linear Park Alliance. An estimated 20,000 visitors will attend this event with over 125 displays of fine art and crafts, folk and “outsider art.”

In addition to the abundance of unique art, there will be a children’s area, local gourmet food, beverages and a small stage for acoustic musical performances. Attendance is Free.

This is the third year that AFFPS will hold an outdoor arts and crafts festival in the chain of parks on Ponce de Leon Ave in the historic Druid Hills neighborhood. This event will be very conservative, with sensitivity and consideration for the park and surrounding neighborhood.
Festival is Free to ALL!

Fall Festival on Ponce is #where2go

 

Taste of Atlanta is happening October 24,25th & 26th-7:30p-Midtown Atlanta

Tech Square, Atlanta, GA 30308  

For more than a dozen years now, this rocking outdoor food fest has offered samples of the most creative culinary delights from more than 90 of Atlanta’s top restaurants, as well as access to four cooking stages with live demos from top chefs.

With local celeb chefs like Ford Fry, Ron Eyester and more on hand, there’s plenty of excitement to fill everyone’s plate. Taste of Atlanta is an ideal way explore the city’s unique neighborhoods – by sampling tastes from the chefs and restaurants that give each area their own creative energy.

Be sure to bring your appetite and experience the full range of flavors the festival has to offer, from time-honored classics to dishes that are destined to be the next culinary trend.

You will enjoy a Friday kickoff party, hands-on cooking demonstrations on four stages along with family-friendly activities that guarantee something for everyone.

See ya there with food stain on your shirt!

Get your tix today!
http://www.tasteofatlanta.com/tickets.php

Peep VID:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=22604SPYehs

Taste of Atlanta is #where2go

Naturally Acoustic Guitar Show is happening September 13th,9-5p-Eatonton Ga

355 Harmony Road, Eatonton, GA 31024

Acoustic guitar enthusiasts gather for a day filled with guitar exhibitors, luthiers, workshops and acoustic music on the outdoor stage. 

Chee Guitars presents this boutique, acoustic guitar show featuring C.F. Morrison Guitars, Baxendale Guitar, Hasty Guitars, Dead Wood Guitars, Baruke Guitars, Dorsheimer Customs, Natures Harmony and more. 

Celebrate the acoustic guitar, soak up the lovely country setting at the Crooked Pines Barn. 

Enjoy some of Georgia’s best BBQ with Big Kev’s BBQ on site! Workshops are $30 each and early signup is suggested.

For more information visit http://www.naturallyacousticguitarshow.com

Naturally Acoustic Guitar Show is #where2go

Root City Market is happening September 13th-10-3p-Atlanta

Gallery L1, 828 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta

We’ve got makers, yes we do! Now we’d like to share ‘em with you. 

Think London weekend market meets the Brooklyn Flea. That's the essence of the Root City Market, a quarterly pop-up market that calls Atlanta home. In a nod to all things local, Root City Market turns the spotlight on the makers who are proudly crafting in the South.

Come join us on the Beltline on Sat. Sept. 13th for a day of food, music, making and fun. 

Free coffee for the first 50 and enter our $700 makers giveaway for a chance to win handcrafted goodies and King of Pops!

Root City Market is #where2go

ONE Musicfest is happening September 13th-12-11p-Atlanta

695 North Ave NE

Atlanta, GA 30308

ONE MusicFest, modestly speaking, is an intimate outdoor music festival that will showcase over a dozen performances. Some past performances included Santigold, Common, De La Soul, Chrisette Michele, Marsha Ambrosius, Doug E Fresh, The Foreign Exchange, The Pharcyde, Slick Rick, Goapele, Tortured Soul, Joi, Big Daddy Kane, Two Fresh, Mick Boogie, MC Lyte, Eric Roberson, Anthony David, The Cool Kids and more!

Last year, we captivated the city’s music culture with over 5000 people and mastered our mission of unity through music with performances from diverse musical acts spanning musical genres from alternative rock to hip-hop.

This year, expect the unexpected and prepare for the pandemonium with over 10000 music lovers and more than 10 acres of green space!

VID:

http://vimeo.com/66844296

TIX:

http://www.onemusicfest.com

One Musicfest is #where2go

Piedmont Park Arts Festival is back again August 16-17th

1215 Piedmont Park Ave. Atlanta, GA 30309

Piedmont Park Arts Festival: August 16th and 17th The Festival of the Summer Is Here And Better Than Ever

The Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces is proud to announce the Fourth Annual Piedmont Park Arts Festival

Named a Top 20 Event, this is the ideal summer festival to enjoy the outdoors, browse for irresistible art and crafts as well as appreciate the beauty of Atlanta’s largest park. Visitors will enjoy a wide variety of art and crafts from over 250 local and regional artisans and craftsman. In addition, the festival will include a children’s area, local food and beverage concessions including “gourmet” food trucks and live acoustic musical performances all weekend. Best of all, the event is entirely free to attend!

Visitors will also enjoy our second attempt at breaking the Guinness World Record for the Longest Chain of People to Pass a Hula Hoop! Make sure to bring out family and friends to help us make history with this exceptionally fun team building activity.

For more information about the festival, please visit www.piedmontparkartsfestival.com

Times:

Sat., August 16 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sun., August 17 from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

TIX:

http://affps.xorbia.com/piedmont-park-arts-festival-vip-preview-party/xt

Piedmont Park Arts Festival is #where2go

POP UP MARKET-Root City Market is happening June 14th 11-4p-Atlanta

642 Northside Dr. NW
Atlanta, GA



Think London weekend market meets the Brooklyn Flea. That’s the essence of the Root City Market, a quarterly pop-up market on Sat., June 14, from 11am – 4 pm at 642 Northside Dr. NW, Atlanta’s Westside.

In a nod to all things local, Root City Market brings together makers who are proudly crafting in South. Grab a bite. Listen to live music. Play our makers challenge. Get free advice and discover a local maker!

Made local. Stay local.

Root City Market is #where2go

Peachtree Hills Festival of the Arts 2014 is happening May 31st-June 1st, 11-6p

 

308 Peachtree Hills Avenue NE

Atlanta, GA 30305-4505

The Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces is proud to announce the Third Annual Peachtree Hills Festival of the Arts coming up May 31st & June 1st in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Third Annual Peachtree Hills Festival of the Arts will bring 125 artists to the shady, tree-lined neighborhood. The community has embraced the event, with homeowners and local businesses posting signs inviting visitors to their historic neighborhood. The two-day festival will be held in and around the Peachtree Hills Park & Recreation Center, including food, acoustic music and activities for kids.

Visitors will enjoy fine art and crafts, a children’s area and local food and beverage concessions including the “gourmet” food trucks. Local acoustic musicians will enliven the atmosphere. This event is organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces and volunteer artists. This event is FREE to all to attend!

Peachtree Hills Festival of the Arts is #where2go

Happening now and throughout the Memorial Day Weekend! The Atlanta Jazz Festival! May 23-25th in Piedmont Park Midtown

Piedmont Park
400 Park Drive Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309

Happening this Memorial Day weekend!!!

The Atlanta Jazz Festival is regarded as one of the Country’s largest FREE jazz festivals. It is an annual musical showcase, celebrates jazz legends and up-and-coming jazz greats in venues throughout metropolitan Atlanta during the entire month of May. Culminating during each Memorial Day weekend, the festival features show-stopping performances at Piedmont Park.


The Festival is produced by the City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs, and it is FREE and open to the public.


Mission:
It is the mission of The Atlanta Jazz Festival to expose and entertain a diverse audience of Jazz aficionados, young Jazz enthusiasts and aspiring musicians to the rich heritage and variety of Jazz as an authentic form of traditional music.

Please remember to obey park rules and Ga law! Enjoy!!

http://atlantafestivals.com

The Atlanta Jazz Festival is #where2go

78th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival is happening April 11, 12, 13, 2014 in Piedmont Park-Atlanta

Piedmont Park

Atlanta Ga

Spring is in the air and that can only mean one thing in Atlanta: the Atlanta Dogwood Festival is back! The Dogwoods are in full bloom, and hundreds of artists from around the country will set up their tents for the 78th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival.

An Atlanta staple for more than 75 years, there is something for everyone at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival. Virtually every kind of art imaginable is represented at the festival, with a nationally renowned-juried Fine Artist Market that includes sculpture, paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography and much more.

In addition to the fine art for adults and art collectors, there is a Kids Village featuring huge inflatables, arts & crafts and face painting for all ages, as well as the ever-popular 24-foot rock-climbing wall!

Sponsor booths are located throughout the Festival that will have everything from live radio remotes to great prizes and interactive games. No pet dogs are allowed at large outdoor events like the Atlanta Dogwood Festival, according to City of Atlanta ordinance.

Music has become an essential feature of the weekend’s festivities, and this year will be no different! A wide array of diverse musical offerings will fill the springtime air throughout the weekend! And when you get hungry, follow the delicious smells, of funnel cakes, gyros, crab cakes, onion rings, kettle corn and much, much more!

FREE Festival Hours:
Friday 12:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Artist market closes at 7 pm on Friday & Saturday.

Atlanta Dogwood Festival is #where2go

Art Papers silent ART Auction and party is happening this Saturday at Mason Murer Fine Art February 1 @ 7p

199 Armour Drive,
Atlanta, GA 30324

The 15th Annual ART PAPERS Art Auction is a weekend that has become the city’s most anticipated art event each year and its largest art auction.

Typically bringing together more than 250 renowned and emerging artists from around the world and drawing more than 1,500 attendees, the Art Auction offers art lovers the opportunity to build their collections while enjoying one or both of the great parties.

The events will feature an impressive showcase of work by famed and emerging artists from around the world benefiting ART PAPERS’ award-winning programs. This see and be seen event, features live music or DJ, fabulous people watching, collection-worthy art, high-end cocktails, plus hors d’oeuvres and desserts provided by some of Atlanta’s finest restaurants.

At the Silent Auction + Party, attendees will vie for new works for their collections during the auction and enjoy sounds by Tim DeGroot of Rare Form DJ Crew, a cash bar and bites from popular Atlanta restaurants.

TIX:
 http://artpapers.org/auction/auction.html#sthash.xo0WSoyG.dpbs

 Art Papers Silent Art Auction and Party is #where2go

Oktoberfest Beer & Arts Festival is happening Oct 12,13th-Stone Mountain

Oktoberfest Beer & Arts Festival

 

 

875 main street, stone mountain

Stone Mountain Village Georgia will host its 5th annual Oktoberfest Beer & Arts Festival on Saturday & Sunday, October 12th & 13th, at the corner of 6655 James B.
Rivers Drive and Main Street in Stone Mountain Village.

Main Street Stone Mountain, Inc. which spearheads the city’s revitalization efforts has partnered the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces (AFFPS) and the City of Stone Mountain to bring this fun, arts and cultural event to the Village.

The event will showcase approximately 50 professional and self-taught artists. Authentic German food and beer, as well as authentic German music and dancing will be featured. A kid’s play area and historic hay-ride through some of the city’s historic sites will round out the weekend.

Between 2,000 – 4,000+ attendees are expected over the two day period. Stone Mountain Village is located only 12 miles from downtown Atlanta and just outside Stone Mountain Park’s West Gate entrance/exit. Parking, admission and musical performances are FREE.

Oktoberfest Beer & Arts Festival is #where2go

A3C Festival is happening Oct 2nd-6th Atlanta

Join us at the Largest Hip Hop Festival in the US

 

 
A3C [All 3 Coasts] is one of the largest hip-hop festivals in the US and takes place annually in Atlanta, GA. 

Now in its 9th year, A3C has grown from a local hip-hop showcase to an international festival, and incomparable cultural experience, including: Music, Art, Film, Style, Education, Pro-Audio and More.

A3C takes place over 5 days in October, at dozens of venues centrally located throughout four closely connected, high traffic, cultural hubs in Atlanta: Old 4thWard, Little 5 Points, Downtown and East Atlanta Village. 

Hey Check it!!! Be sure to listen out for Yung Houston who will be taking stage on Saturday Oct 5th at 7p. (714 Spring St)  He is a performer you don't want to miss!!

ALSO....


Best Block Party Ever

 

VID:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=S1WQtkHN9Tc

TIX:
http://www.a3cfestival.com/

A3C Festival is #where2go