Atlanta Film Festival
The 49th annual festival, and its corresponding Creative Conference, will take place April 24 – May 4, held primarily at the Tara and Plaza Theatres. With more than 130 films to choose from, there’s something for every taste. Be sure to check out Rough Draft film critic Sammie Purcell’s top choices here.
Inman Park Festival & Tour of Homes
The beloved festival is back for three days of music, arts, food and more starting on April 25. The annual parade is Saturday at 2 p.m. starting at Edgewood and Spruce. The Tour of Homes kicks off Friday with 11 homes and spaces to see.
Lemonade Days Festival
The festival is already in full swing and continues through the weekend at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody. Presented by the Dunwoody Preservation Trust, the festival includes carnival rides, food, beer garden, pony rides, and much more.
Taste of Marietta
Dozens of local restaurants will be on the Marietta Square on Sunday for the annual taste-fest from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. There will also be chef demonstrations, live music and more.
Amplify Decatur
“The Last Waltz Ensemble” headlines Amplify Decatur on Saturday, April 26, from 5-11 p.m. on the Decatur Square. Enjoy and sing along to timeless Boy Dylan classics. The free concert includes openers Hope of A Golden Summer, Eric Toledo of Quiet Hounds, Andrew Holley, and Polly Holiday.
Callanwolde Spring Plant Sale
Green thumbs and plant-lovers can head to the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to choose from dozens of varities and hundreds of plants.
Atlanta Streets Alive
The season kicks off Sunday along Peachtree Street between 15th Street in Midtown to Old Alabama Street in Downtown. The route will be vehicle-free from 2 to 6 p.m. allowing visitors to bike, walk, skate, dance, and play.