Welcome to the Top 10 Events in Georgia
Explore the selection of the top 10 annual events and festivals, fairs and celebrations (listed in calendar priority) in Georgia, including events in Atlanta and Marietta.Martin Luther King March & Rally
January
Atlanta, Georgia
Celebrating the life and achievements of the human rights icon and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, Martin Luther King Jr, the Atlanta Martin Luther King March and Rally is the largest such holiday celebration in the country.
Marking the birth date of Dr King, the event is held on the Street where he was born.
For more information visit: www.mlkmarchaaar.org
International Cherry Blossom Festival
March
Macon, Georgia
Each March, Macon becomes a pink cotton-spun paradise of delight as over 300,000 Yoshino cherry trees bloom in all their glory. And for 10 days, festival-lovers are treated to one of the most extravagant displays of springtime color in the nation as they visit the town referred to by Congressional Records as the Cherry Blossom Capital of the World.
For more information visit www.cherryblossom.com
Savannah Music Festival
March
Savannah, Georgia
Georgia’s largest musical arts festival takes place for nearly three weeks in late March/early April. The Festival produces over 100 programs for adults and children in theatres, schools and historic and intimate venues. The musical performances include dance, film and narrative programs, more than 400 classical, jazz, blues, bluegrass, and international artists. It makes Savannah Music Festival a distinctive destination event and one of the highlights of springtime in Savannah.
For more information visit www.savannahmusicfestival.org
Blessing of the Fleet
March
Darien, Georgia
A tradition for over 40 years, the Blessing of the Fleet is a 3-day festival that attracts thousands of people to Darien. The tradition of blessing the fleet actually began hundreds of years ago in Mediterranean fishing ports to ensure a safe and bountiful year.
Attractions at the modern day event include live entertainment, marine parader, carnival, vendor booths, Darien 5k run, the Miss Blessing of the Fleet Scholarship Pageant and lots of other family fun.
For more information visit: www.blessingofthefleet.com
Annual Rose Show and Festival
April
Thomasville, Georgia
A Southwest Georgia Tradition Since the 1920's, the Thomasville Rose Show & Festival held in beautiful historic downtown Thomasville attracts more than 20,000 visitors each year.
Apart from the roses, highlights of the festival include parades, live music, fantastic food, exciting sporting events, arts & crafts … and everything from an elegant plantation ball to a family-oriented street dance.
For more information visit: www.downtownthomasville.com/?page_id=23
Inman Park Festival
April
Atlanta, Georgia
During the last full weekend in April each year, Inman Park proudly presents a neighborhood festival widely regarded as Atlanta’s most spirited and eclectic event. Highlights include Atlanta’s biggest Street Market, a juried Arts and Crafts Show, a quirky and colorful parade, live entertainment, Dance Festival, children’s and food and beverages.
The Festival centerpiece, the Tour of Homes, features turn-of-the-century Victorian Painted Ladies and Craftsman bungalows as well as original contemporary designs and loft conversions.
For more information visit: www.inmanparkfestival.org
Love Affair Fine Arts Festival
May
Tifton, Georgia
One of South Georgia's oldest and most prestigious Fine Arts festivals, the Love Affair Fine Arts Festival is a celebration of performing and visual arts attracting more than 30,000 visitors each year.
Highlights of the festival include Art in the Park, where artists display and market their works, and Party in the Park, a huge outdoor party with dancing, live music and food.
For more information visit: www.abac.edu/arts/loveaffair/2008/index.html
Sweet Auburn Springfest
May
Atlanta, Georgia
Heralded as "The Grandest Festival of the Year on the Greatest Street on the Planet", the Sweet Auburn Springfest emphasizes and recognizes historical African-American culture and commerce.
Festival attendees enjoy a number of festival venues that include the Atrium's Artist Market, the Business and Technology Expo, a Car and Bike Show, the South’s largest out door Health and Fitness Fair, A Senior's Pavilion, the NBA/WNBA Nation, a Literary Marketplace, the Kids Fantastic Fun Zone and the Just For Women’s EXPO.
Artists from as far away as London, Jamaica and from across the country join some of the nations hottest new talent performing on ten stages of continual entertainment.
For more information visit: www.sweetauburn.com
Taste of Alpharetta
May
Alpharetta, Georgia
For more than years, Taste of Alpharetta has become an annual tradition for festival-goers, families and food connoisseurs. Food lovers can dine in Downtown Alpharetta at over 70 restaurants in one fun night, sampling delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts from the top menus in town.
Attractions include culinary demonstrations, competitions, activities, Kids Korner and live entertainment.
For more information visit: http://alpharetta.ga.us/index.php?p=195
Atlanta Underground Film Festival (AUFF)
August
Atlanta, Georgia
Showcasing every genre of cinema from across the world and bringing together thousands of people to celebrate independent artists, the Atlanta Underground Film Festival is a forum where filmmakers can thrive outside the mainstream arena.
Much more than the traditional stuffy film festival, this event presents short and feature films, art, live music and plenty of late night parties. Special events during AUFF include the Animation Attack! and DocuFest Atlanta.
For more information visit: www.auff.org
Montreux Music Festival
September
Atlanta, Georgia
The free, outdoor, Montreux Jazz Festival, sponsored by the City of Atlanta features famous jazz acts as well as performers from urban rock, blues, R&B to jazz and funk music on stages on Upper Alabama Street, in Kenny’s Alley and inside Underground Atlanta. The festivities will also include an interactive Kid’s Zone, arts & crafts and food vendors.
For more information visit: www.atlantafestivals.com
Art in the Park
September
Marietta, Georgia
A tradition for more than 22 years, the Annual Art in the Park festival features a juried fine art show will spotlighting 130 artists, representing 16 states, whose works include paintings, photography, pottery, graphics, sculptures, and jewelry .
This fine art extravaganza is a proud a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event for September.
For more information visit: www.mariettaartinthepark.com
