The Atlanta Fringe Festival is ATL's two-week celebration of independent theater and performance art. Enthusiasts of unconventional artistic expressions can experience eclectic works from fearless, diverse artists. The Atlanta Fringe Festival is an immersive experience that inspires introspection and stimulates intellectual curiosity on issues related to social justice, race, and gender identity.
Food that Rocks is the esteemed annual culinary celebration where attendees indulge in savory bites and sips while mingling with celebrity chefs, farmers, and expert mixologists. The event's menu highlights diverse dishes ranging from exquisite shrimp and barbeque pork sliders to Mediterranean hummus plates and smoky roasted beef brisket. Participating enthusiasts can sip on hand-crafted beer, wine, and cocktails. Tickets start at $95. Dig into Food that Rocks from 6 - 10 pm.
Did you know there are over 17,000 different species of butterflies in the world, and 160 of those species live in Georgia? Learn about these amazing winged insects and their role in the ecosystem at the 25th Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival. Experts will be offering talks on various topics, from migration to pollination. You can even get up close and personal with the nature center's butterflies in a special encounter. The festival starts Saturday at 9 am; tickets are $25.
This summer festival promises to be the ultimate celebration for Atlanta beer lovers. A mix of local and regional craft breweries showcasing their finest concoctions. Alpharetta Brew Moon Fest hosts top local and national acts and food tents from some of the best eateries in town. Tables and chairs can be purchased, but many people bring their own. The kegs are tapped from 6 p.m. to 10:30 pm, rain or shine.
Summer brings the 40th Annual Virginia-Highland Summerfest. Enjoy a festive weekend of over 250 vendors showcasing arts and crafts, live music from local and regional performers, food trucks, and a dedicated kid's zone. There's also a neighborhood 5k run. The fun starts Friday evening with the official Kick-Off Party and community dinner. Admission is free.
The Summer Beer Festival will celebrate its eighty anniversary at the Historic 4th Ward Park with about 200 beers from famous countrywide breweries and special local Atlanta breweries.
Celebrate Juneteenth at the 13th annual Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival. Help commemorate over 400 years of African American freedom from slavery during this 3-day celebration. In addition to live performances and entertainment, there will also be a 5K Freedom Run, Walk, and Roll. You can find additional details and information online. Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival is a free public event and vendor market.
Dig into mouth-watering international delicacies at Family Food Fest. Learn how to make new dishes and reinvent classics from chef demonstrations, bid at the silent auction, and discover local Atlanta music. Family Food Fest is a great, and honestly delicious way to celebrate Father's Day and Juneteenth with the whole family.
The Georgia Aquarium is back for its third annual 20,000 Beers Under the Sea. Soak up the ambiance of jellyish swimming overhead and close encounters with several species of sharks while you enjoy beverages and a Wolfgang Puck buffet. Tickets are $89 for members and $95 for non-members.
