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1) You say, “Before Sandy Springs became a city, ‘The Festival’ was the one thing that unified our community. Whether one is young or old, it is the best place to see neighbors and friends, grab something to eat, and enjoy the fall weather. I always enjoy the heritage demonstrations, such as sheep shearing and blacksmithing, as well as the variety of crafters and food vendors. ”
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1) You say, “Nothing says spring to Atlantans quite like blooming dogwood trees and this annual celebration of those blooms really does have something for everyone. Visitors to the festival get great music, a wide variety of arts and crafts, tasty food and, best of all, a stroll through Piedmont Park in spring.”
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Michelle
March 9th, 2010
10:59 pm
By no means a promoter… Really enjoyed the ATL BBQ FEST! Eat, drink and be Merry! It’s not your typical artsy-craftsy type fest… it’s meat market, no pun intended! JK! It really is a good way to get a taste of the best BBQ in ATL. The vendors were great, the food was great and the atmosphere was great, fun for families and all walks of life. That’s what I liked best, second to the great BBQ! Fantastic, cooks, chefs, professional and straight from the kitchen! I hope it continues to grow so our family can look forward to attending year after year!
Milton Gorman "Uncle Miltie"
March 9th, 2010
11:53 pm
The Sandy Springs Festival, Heritage Sandy Springs, will celebrate its 25 anniversary this September. This is the best because it is like a family gathering for the community and brings together the Sandy Springs artists, craftsmen, civic, and business organizations. There are multiple music artists, stage events, an annual Pet Parade, a children area. It is the best festival because it brings the community and the city together in a united bonding.
Juice
March 10th, 2010
6:31 am
The Atlanta BBQ festival and the Taste of Atlanta there are great events
Dryerbuzz
March 10th, 2010
6:39 am
Twestival
Jesse
March 10th, 2010
7:38 am
The Decatur Arts Festival followed by the Decatur Wine Festival!
Tilly
March 10th, 2010
7:44 am
Nominating the Taste of West Cobb at The Avenue West Cobb. This is a great event where the community gets together for food and fun. All proceeds go to support the Hillgrove High School Bands, a truly spectacular program.
Troy Bronsink
March 10th, 2010
9:35 am
Yo, Spirng Forward Festival, SW Atlanta…. http://tiny.cc/springforward
Ellie
March 10th, 2010
10:37 am
Dogwood Festival! No question!
CWJ
March 10th, 2010
11:56 am
The Sandy Springs Festival!!! Great children’s area, outstanding crafters, good food, superb music! Has something for all ages.
EC
March 10th, 2010
12:51 pm
Virginia Highland Summerfest
Nikkeshia
March 10th, 2010
2:13 pm
Check out the Atlanta Festivals Examiner at examiner.com: the Inman Park Festival is nostalgic for me and, therefore, one of my favorites.
Andrea
March 10th, 2010
3:21 pm
Celebrating its 25th anniversary year, the Sandy Springs Festival is the largest annual event in Sandy Springs and boasts some of the southeast’s best artists, musicians, restaurants and more. To see what’s new this year check out http://www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
Katie
March 10th, 2010
3:36 pm
Fiesta Atlanta for Cinco de Mayo in Centennial Park- free, great Latin music, different and interesting cultural event
John
March 10th, 2010
3:56 pm
The Inman Park Festival.This is the best festival in the city’s greatest and most historic neighborhood and yes the street I live is right in the middle of this festival.
Kyle
March 10th, 2010
5:25 pm
Taste of West Cobb
GrapeGirls
March 11th, 2010
12:02 am
The 1st Annual Atlanta Winter Wine + Jazz Festival was a blast!
DB
March 11th, 2010
9:51 am
Cabbagetown’s Chomp and Stomp- the only festival i’ve never missed in all my years in atlanta.
Festival junkie
March 11th, 2010
11:07 am
Taste of Atlanta – I love festivals but this one is the most fun, draws a terrific mix of people, and has the best location now that it’s at Tech Square.
Jeryl Jusko
March 11th, 2010
11:39 am
TASTE OF ATLANTA! That is definitely my fav ATL Festival! Food, Music, Vendors – It’s the Festival Fancier’s opportunity to travel around the world in Flavorful Food! Never miss it – plan my year around it!
JF
March 11th, 2010
4:18 pm
The Taste of West Cobb is an awesome Event that feature awesome restaurants that are around! You get to hang out with friends, listen to music, and have fun all at the same time. It also goes to support the Hillgrove High School Band Program. Taste of West Cobb is on April 17th~
Moon
March 11th, 2010
4:57 pm
Strange Daze Music and Arts Festival will be great this year! Also Virginia Highlands Summer Fest.
susan
March 11th, 2010
8:03 pm
We have voted Taste of Atlanta the BEST festival in Atlanta. Each year it gets bigger and better!! The food, entertainment, sponsors, and the name brand chefs make the weekend one of a kind. My family looks forward to this foodie event each year.
Bob
March 11th, 2010
8:14 pm
Sandy Springs Festival rocks!! Art, games, children’s area, teen games, green promotion, music and Georgia Made Georgia Grown! Who could ask for anything more?!
Susan
March 11th, 2010
8:27 pm
I too love the Sandy Springs Festival and all of the fun activities, including the race, the Pet Parade, Georgia Made Georgia Grown, etc. It is a very pet and family friendly festival with a lot of local flavor. Indeed, I think the entire City of Sandy Springs was dancing to the tune of the Tams just a couple of years ago. I wonder what is in store for the Festival’s 25th year?!
randy
March 11th, 2010
8:42 pm
the biggest and the best is Taste of Atlanta, we loved the new location, I only hope to see a better stage for some of Georgia’s
hottest local talents
w | v | h
March 12th, 2010
7:11 am
Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival! Great true local neighborhood festival run by Reynoldstown residents and volunteers…
JayBo
March 12th, 2010
3:32 pm
Nominate the Sandy Springs Festival = 25th Anniv. this year.
MunkyAngel
March 12th, 2010
3:49 pm
Eggtoberfest @ the Big Green Egg Store!
kIMwHIT
March 12th, 2010
4:15 pm
The Atlanta Jazz Festival now that it’s back in Piedmont Park again! It’s always the traditional kickoff to summer for my family. We have truly been lost for the past two years when it was held in alternate venues.
Andrea
March 12th, 2010
5:32 pm
Taste of Atlanta is by far the BEST festival!! So much great food and great chefs!! Gives you a great chance to taste test all of Atlanta’s best restaurants! Lots of FUN!!!
Ramona Clef
March 13th, 2010
2:57 pm
Decatur Book Festival over Labor Day weekend, nothing else like it.
My sentimental favorite, however, will always be the Inman Park Festival.
Scott Galt
March 14th, 2010
8:45 am
Hands down The Atlanta BBQ Festival.
Halie
March 14th, 2010
9:06 pm
Taste of West Cobb!
Kelsey
March 14th, 2010
9:15 pm
Taste of West Cobb!!