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Art of the Americas
August 1 – 31
Art of the Americas
Location: Michael C. Carlos Museum
Address: 571 South Kilgo Circle, Atlanta, GA 30322
Website: www.carlos.emory.edu
Phone Number: 1-866-633-5252 ext. 3359
Spanning 4000 years, from 2000 BC to the twentieth century, from the plains of Mexico to the mountains of Peru, over 436 works of art will offer new interpretations and unique cultural comparisons. The re-installed galleries will offer the public access to new works of art from Mexico, Panamà, Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Emory Professor of the Art History and Faculty Curator of Art of the Americas at the Carlos Museum, Rebecca Stone, is the curator of this re-installation.
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AJC Decatur Book Festival
August 30 – September 1
AJC Decatur Book Festival
Location: City of Decatur
Address: 101 E. Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030
Website: www.decaturbookfestival.com
Phone Number: 1-866-633-5252 ext. 3346
The Largest Independent Book Festival in the nation returns to the City of Decatur. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Decatur Book Festival Presented by DeKalb Medical is an annual, free book festival that takes place over Labor Day weekend in Decatur, Georgia at several venues located in and around the downtown Decatur Square.
Conceived in 2005 and launched in 2006, the festival brings more than 300 authors to Decatur for the holiday weekend. The authors give readings, talks, and panel discussions. The event is free and open to the public. Authors include Pulitzer Prize winning and best-selling authors of fiction in many genres and nonfiction on diverse topics. The authors come to Decatur from across the country and international points as well.
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Lasershow Spectacular
August 1 – October 26 (on select days)
Lasershow Spectacular in MountainVision
Location: Stone Mountain Park
Address: Take Exit 39B off I-285 and Travel East on Hwy 78 to Exit 8
Website: www.stonemountainpark.com
Phone Number: 1-866-633-5252 ext. 3370
This not-to-be missed Atlanta tradition promises to wow your family with state-of the-art digital graphics and awe-inspiring effects. Experience multi-dimensional magic on one of the world’s largest outdoor screens – Stone Mountain. Seen by more than 25 million people for more than 27 years, the Lasershow Spectacular is an Atlanta favorite. The Laser Canopy creates a dazzling display of neon laser lights featuring characters, stories, graphics and fireworks choreographed to popular musical scores, transforming the park into a natural amphitheater. The newly transformed show is enhanced with Mountainvision, a digital projection technology that adds 3-D like effects without the glasses.
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Martinis & IMAX®
September 6,13,20,27
Martinis & IMAX®
Location: Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Address: 767 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307
Website: www.fernbankmuseum.org
Phone Number: 1-866-633-5252 ext. 3354
Who says a museum needs to be quiet? Shake it up with Atlanta’s perfect mix of culture and cocktails! Enjoy cool cocktails, stunning films, live music or a DJ, and creative cuisine beneath the world’s largest dinosaurs from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
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Yellow Daisy Festival
September 5 – 8
Yellow Daisy Festival
Location: Stone Mountain Park
Address: Take Exit 39B off I-285 and Travel East on Hwy 78 to Exit 8
Website: www.stonemountainpark.com
Phone Number: 1-866-633-5252 ext. 3370
Looking for Arts & Crafts for home decorations or holiday gifts? The annual Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park has been consistently voted one of the top five arts & crafts shows in the nation by Sunshine Artist Magazine, a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event and winner of multiple awards by the Southeast Festival and Events Association.
Despite its growth from a small arts & crafts show to the four day event that it has become today, the Yellow Daisy Festival continues to be a big show with a small-town feel. The mission of re-connecting families and friends with fun, shopping, live entertainment and good food has remained constant over the past forty-two years. Multi-generations of mothers, daughters and grandmothers meander the wooded trails together in search of the perfect item. More than 400 artists and crafters from 38 States and two countries will display their works for your appreciation and purchase. Come enjoy daily live entertainment, Children’s Corner activities, clogging and crafter demonstrations throughout the event as well as fabulous festival foods.
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Concerts on the Square
September 7,14,21,28
Concerts on the Square
Location: Downtown Decatur Square
Address: 101 E. Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030
Website: www.decaturdba.com
Phone Number: 404-371-8386
Every Saturday night in September (except Sept. 1) on the square in downtown Decatur. Pack your picnic, bring your quilts and blankets and enjoy an evening of free musical entertainment. Brought to you by Decatur Business Association
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September TBD
The Taste of Chamblee
Location: Peachtree and Broad Streets in front of Chamblee City Hall
Address: 5468 Peachtree Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341
Website www.thetasteofchamblee.com
Phone Number: 404-325-3630 ext. 322
The Taste of Chamblee is an annual street festival held in the heart of Chamblee, Georgia. Anchored by the main stage, the festival offers live entertainment, some of the Southeast’s most talented visual artists, and the opportunity to taste the food of 20-30 regional restaurants. This Free Admission 1-day outdoor event has something to offer for the whole family!
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Pumpkin Festival
September 27 – October 27
Pumpkin Festival
Location: Stone Mountain Park
Address: Take Exit 39B off I-285 and Travel East on Hwy 78 to Exit 8
Website: www.stonemountainpark.com
Phone Number: 1-866-633-5252 ext. 3370
Enjoy the beautiful fall colors and cooler weather at Atlanta’s favorite place to celebrate the fall season. Now in it’s 11th year, Stone Mountain Park’s annual Pumpkin Festival has become a family favorite with kids and parents alike.
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East Atlanta Strut
September TBD
East Atlanta Strut
Location: East Atlanta Village
Address:Intersection of Glenwood and Flat Shoals Road
Website:www.eastatlantastrut.com
Come out to the annual, FREE one day Music and Arts Festival in East Atlanta Village. Events include The Imperial OPA Circus, 5 stages of Live Local Music, Comedy Stage, 5K Run & Walk, Artists Market, the FAMOUS Strut Parade, Free Kids Village, Carnival Stalls, Bull Ride, Community Booths, Food and Beverages. Come hear some great live music, browse and purchase arts & crafts and enjoy an eclectic variety of festival activities.
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