Sandy Springs Lantern Parade (in Place!)

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The 5th Annual Sandy Springs Lantern Parade is on! This year’s event will be a bit different though, as it will be a “parade-in-place” lighting up the city of Sandy Springs over the weekend of June 19-21 each night after sunset. Everyone in Sandy Springs is encouraged to participate by decorating their porches, balconies, yards, and windows. These twinkling lights and decorations are …

Sandy Springs Restaurant Week

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It’s almost time for Sandy Springs Restaurant Week! The city of Sandy Springs offers a wide variety of delicious dining options, and Restaurant Week 2019 is the perfect time to try something new. Participating restaurants will treat guests to exclusive tasting menus of specially selected appetizers, entrees, desserts and other delicacies at special Restaurant Week prices. Dine out during the …

Sandy Springs Festival

Amber RandhawaWhat's Happening Around Atlanta

The 33rd annual Sandy Springs Festival takes place in the heart of Sandy Springs with two days of art, live music, cultural performances, a pet parade, Chalk Walk Art Competition, 5K/10K race, children’s programming, classic rides, gourmet and festival food options, and more. First starting as a small community picnic in then unincorporated Sandy Springs, this festival has grown into …

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 Area Breweries You Should Visit NOW!

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Atlanta is known for Southern hospitality, including a wide variety of delicious food crafted and served by friendly faces. But our city, and it’s nearby neighbors, is also known for its nationally acclaimed craft breweries.  From Red Brick Brewing (Atlanta’s original craft brewery, formerly known as simply Atlanta Brewing Co.) to SweetWater and its iconic 420 ale, to Terrapin Beer …

Atlanta Weekend Events – April 19-21

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Atlanta’s Taste of the Nation Enjoy gourmet food, fine wine, beer, cocktails, local music, and a silent auction at this benefit for the No Kid Hungry campaign to end childhood hunger. Georgia Renaissance Festival The Georgia Renaissance Festival continues this weekend, a short ride south of the city in Fairburn. This nationally recognized favorite spring festival is worth the drive! …

Atlanta Weekend Events – April 5-7

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Atlanta Film Festival The 10-day, 43rd annual Atlanta Film Festival kicks off this weekend, with multiple films airing each day at locations across the city. Atlanta Streets Alive On Sunday, April 7 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm,  3.1 miles of Peachtree Street will be closed to cars and open for people to walk, roll, bike and play! Brookhaven Beer & Wine Festival Sample …