Spring
Festivals
Dunwoody Art Festival
Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair
Dunwoody Art Festival is back Saturday May 8 10am to 6pm and Sunday May 9 from 10am to 5pm at their new location in Brook Run Park. Bestowed the trophy for the “Best New Event of 2010” by the Southeast Festivals and Events Association, Dunwoody Art Festival continues to attract the top artisans from across the country. Along with the partnership of the Dunwoody Rotary Club and hundreds of volunteers, Dunwoody Art Festival is a must-see. Organizers we'll be practicing CDC guidelines as recommended to help ensure the safety of everyone. If you are feeling unwell, please stay home. Masks are required to enter the festival, and attendees are asked to maintain proper social distancing. For more information visit splashfestivals.com.
The largest Shrine Circus and Fair in North America is back for its 79th year! Witness high-flying acts and aerial artistry from The Flying Poemas. Audiences will be amazed with Brian Miser “The Human C a n n o n b a l l ”. And everyone’s favoritethe Shrine Circus Clowns will be there to tickle your funny bone. In addition to the (80minute) circus under The Big Top, there are 35 exciting carnival rides and attractions, as well as lots of carnival food. Come opening weekend for the Mega Pass Blowout. Just $15 per person includes admission to the park and circus, as well as unlimited rides for one day only. The Sneak-a-Peek Ride-A-Thon begins Friday May 21. Midway opens Monday through Friday at 5 p.m.; Saturday at 10 a.m.; Sunday at Noon, and Memorial Day at 10 a.m. Visit 2021ShrineCircus.com.
Brook Run Park
MAY 8 & 9
Georgia Renaissance Festival I-85 Exit 61 Fairburn
MAY 1 - JUNE 13
Georgia Renaissance Festival is back taking place weekends from May 1 through June 13 and Memorial Day. Festival guests will Festival guests will be greeted by Queen Anne Boleyn and her Court, merry minstrels, fair maidens, gallant Knights and a full-day of entertainment on 10 stages, food fit for kings, and a marketplace of over 150 master artisans. Join a rowdy crew of buccaneers as they lead you on Pirate Pub Crawl. Enjoy beer, songs and meriment. Covid protocols are in place, and CDC guidelines are practiced throughout the village. These include mask wearing, temperature checks, social distancing, and the use of hand wash stations and hand sanitizer.
Cumming Fairground
Bavarianfest
MAY 22 - 31
At Festhalle in Helen, GA
MAY 29
Alpharetta Street Fest
With an emphasis on the visual arts and family fun, this two day event is presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces. One of the most vibrant and fastest growing cities, Duluth is home to one of the largest and most enthusiastic art buying communities in metro Atlanta. The Duluth Spring Arts and craft festival is excited to bringing back the tradition to the arts community. The festival 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. Duluth was named top 10 safest cities and top 5 in the most exciting places in Georgia. The City’s dedication to good living has made Duluth a popular destination. For more information visit DuluthArtsFestival.com.
Come on out to the City of Alpharetta in the new Village Green for the Alpharetta Arts Streetfest over Memorial Day Weekend. This three-day event will host more than 90 regional and national artisans whose colorful and whimsical artwork will certainly make a splash in this charming district of Alpharetta. The popular Streetfest will feature live music, entertaining and handson children’s activities along with great cuisine from local eateries and street eats in the food court. Organizers we'll be practicing CDC guidelines as recommended to help ensure the safety of everyone. If you are feeling unwell, please stay home. Masks are required to enter the festival, and attendees are asked to maintain proper social distancing. Many of the artists will have an online marketplace beginning May 15 running through June 4. For more information visit splashfestivals.com.
MAY 22 & 23
3167 Main Street, Duluth, GA 30096
CDC Guidelines Followed
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in the mountains of Helen, Georgia on Saturday, May 29 from 6 11pm with Bavarianfest! This festive Bavarian atmosphere consists of a live German band and plenty of dancing. This Memorial Day Weekend help honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Import and domestic beers & wines, wursts on a bun, hot dogs, pretzels and more will be available for purchase. Active and retired military receive free admission. All others $8.00. Visit HelenChamber.com and follow Facebook / Oktoberfest Festhalle Friends. Tickets may be purchased by phone at (706) 878-1908.
Duluth Arts Festival Duluth Town Center
MAY 22 & 23
MAY
Downtown Alpharetta
MAY 29 & 30
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