Events

Last year, I kicked off my first Atlanta Food & Wine Festival at the ultimate Southern road trip, Destination Delicious. Whether a regular attendee of the Festival or a newbie like I was, it can be hard to choose which tasty event to spend your time at. Thankfully, there are no bad options, but I’d recommend starting the weekend off sipping and savoring at this delicious kickoff event.

You might know Arkansas for its scenic beauty, but it’s also an up-and-coming destination for food and cocktail lovers. With deep Southern roots intertwining with international influences, the state is packed with flavor.

Between learning experiences and special events, the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is a foodie’s dream. But if I had to pick my favorite part of the weekendlong extravaganza? I would have to say the Tasting Tents. You just can’t go wrong with an evening indulging in delicious bites and booze from around the South.

Wrap up a weekend of sipping and savoring with everyone’s favorite meal: brunch.

Kentucky is a state known for amazing bourbon, the incredible hats at the Kentucky Derby, and most of all, its undeniably delicious cuisine. This year’s talent hailing from Kentucky ranges across the culinary world from chefs and restaurateurs to sommeliers. They include Scott Harper, M.S., of Bristol Bar & Grille and Cuvee Wine Table, Andrew McCabe of Bar Vetti, and Elizabeth McCall of Woodford Reserve.

The festival wouldn’t be where it is today without the incredible talent that is represented each year. This weekend, more than 200 of the Southeast’s best chefs, sommeliers and mixologists will descend upon the Midtown area, sharing their knowledge through workshops, tastings and classes.

One Atlanta Food & Wine Festival event stands out from the rest: Powerful & Delicious, presented by The Local Palate. In its seventh year, the dinner has a star cast of chefs, sommeliers and mixologists – who all happen to be female.

Listen up North Carolina lovers – this one’s for you. This weekend, chefs, mixologists and sommeliers from all over NC are packing their bags and heading to Atlanta. Chefs representing their homestate include Brian Canipelli (Cucina24), Vivian Joiner (Sweet Potatoes), Sam Jones (Sam Jones BBQ-Skylight Inn) – and so many more.

One of my favorite parts about Atlanta Food & Wine Festival, besides the delicious food and drinks, of course, are the Learning Experiences offered. For foodies like me, these classes are the perfect opportunity to learn more – whether that be the history of a certain food, culinary trends that impact or to simply broaden my taste buds.

One of the best parts of Festival weekend is the Connoisseur Experience. Designed for serious food and beverage lovers, the Connoisseur passes give access to exclusive seminars and a Connoisseur dinner series, along with unlimited access to Tasting Tents and the exclusive Connoisseur Lounge.

We all have those days when we just don’t have the time or energy to care about what we eat or drink. But other times, we want to dive deeper into what really strikes our passion and curiosity, and the Master Studios are ready to satisfy that hunger.

This Memorial Day weekend, head to Piedmont Park for two music-filled days (May 25-26) of the Atlanta Jazz Festival, the longest-running jazz festival in the country.

Fans of “Sex and the City,” raise your glass. Popup Atlanta has brought the hit HBO show to life with a six-week pop-up experience. Located at Tapa Tapa, this piece of Midtown Atlanta will transport guests straight to Midtown Manhattan.

Beginning June 1 through June 9, Atlanta Design Festival will again host the annual Design Economy Expo and renowned MA! Architecture Tours.

Zoo Atlanta is gearing up for one of it’s most anticipated annual events, Brew at the Zoo.

Imagine being no more than a 10-minute walk to a great outdoors space. Sounds great, right? The Trust for Public Land wants to make that possible for every American with its #10MinWalk initiative to bring more parks to communities. On May 18, from noon to 8PM, the initiative is bringing the cause to Atlanta with Your Land on Tap.

Does your child have an affinity for writing or do they love reading stories or poetry? The Margaret Mitchell House is offering writing camps to help children ages 9 to 14 cultivate their talents and learn real-world writing skills.

Atlantans have no shortage of exciting and unique events to attend, but sometimes the options can get overwhelming – and expensive. The app INWEGO is here to give your wallet a break without damaging your social life.

Raise a glass because the ninth annual Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is just around the corner. Grab your tickets now before it’s too late – the extravagant culinary road trip brings the journey through the South to Atlanta beginning May 30 through June 2.

Growing up, my family and I would travel back in time to the Renaissance Festival in upstate New York each summer. Armed with a turkey leg and cold lemonade in hand, I was in awe of all there was to see and do.

Wholesome Wave Georgia strives to increase access to fresh, healthy, locally grown food for Georgians. On Sunday, May 5, celebrate the organization’s 10th anniversary with a Picnic in the Park from 1-4PM.

Nestled in Grant Park, amidst the busy city, Oakland Cemetery quietly sits holding many forgotten stories. Each year, Historic Oakland Foundation brings the peaceful haven to life during its Illumine event.

Atlanta’s Shaky Knees Music Festival returns May 3-5 for its seventh year as one of the most anticipated summer kickoff events in the city.

Cinco de Mayo is on Sunday, May 5, and local restaurants will host fiestas and food and drink specials throughout the weekend, in honor of the celebration.

Atlanta’s favorite nightclub is celebrating a milestone. Johnny’s Hideaway has been a staple in Buckhead’s entertainment scene since opening its doors 40 years ago – offering an escape from 9 to 5 realities with the perfect cocktails and music to match.

With festival season in full swing, SweetWater 420 Fest returns for its 15th year this weekend, April 19-20, at Centennial Olympic Park, with promises to be not just a festival, but an experience.

Spring in Atlanta is jam-packed with events, but some events stand out because of a charitable element. One such event, 500 Songs for Kids, kicks off April 26 at Vinyl at Center Stage, in Midtown.

Disney fans, have you heard? Over 50 of Disney’s unforgettable characters are skating into Atlanta this month for Disney On Ice. Some special characters include “mouse-ters” of ceremonies Mickey and Minnie Mouse, along with Donald Duck, Goofy and many of the Disney princesses.

Spring in Atlanta means two things to me – pollen and lots of exciting activities.

Beautiful flowers, colorful eggs and, of course, delicious brunch foods make Easter one of my favorite holidays. For those with kids, another fun way to celebrate is participating in the many Easter egg hunts taking place around Atlanta. A few include: