Spring Festivals Around Metro Atlanta You Won’t Want to Miss
Spring is one of the best times of year to get out and explore everything Metro Atlanta has to offer. As the weather warms up, communities throughout the region host festivals, outdoor events, and local celebrations that highlight the culture, food, and creativity of the area.
One of the most well-known spring events is the Atlanta Dogwood Festival, held each year in Midtown’s Piedmont Park. This long-running event celebrates the blooming dogwood trees and features art vendors, live music, food, and family activities that attract visitors from across the region.
Another favorite is the Inman Park Festival, known for its lively neighborhood atmosphere, colorful parade, and impressive lineup of local artists. It’s a great way to experience one of Atlanta’s historic neighborhoods while enjoying food and entertainment throughout the weekend.
Music lovers often look forward to the SweetWater 420 Fest, which brings nationally known bands and a vibrant crowd together for a weekend of live music and environmental awareness.
Families throughout Metro Atlanta also enjoy the Georgia Renaissance Festival, a unique outdoor experience filled with themed entertainment, performances, food, and crafts. With events happening throughout the spring season, it’s easy to see why so many people love living in the Metro Atlanta area.
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
📍 Piedmont Park, Atlanta
📅 April
SweetWater 420 Fest
📍 Shirley Clarke Franklin Park, Atlanta
📅 April
Atlanta Science Festival
📍 Multiple locations across Metro Atlanta
📅 Early–mid March
Inman Park Festival
📍 Inman Park neighborhood (Atlanta / DeKalb area)
📅 Late April
Spring Festival on Ponce
📍 Olmsted Linear Park, Atlanta
📅 Early April
Chamblee Art Fest
📍 Downtown Chamblee
📅 April
Taste of Suwanee
📍 Town Center Park, Suwanee
📅 March
Hop Into Spring Festival
📍 George Pierce Park, Suwanee
📅 Late April
Gwinnett Multicultural Festival
📍 Gwinnett Place area, Duluth
📅 May
Sip & Swine BBQ Festival
📍 Gwinnett area (benefits Gwinnett Children’s Shelter)
📅 March
Cumming City Center Spring Market
📍 Cumming City Center
📅 Mid April
Mule Camp Market
📍 Downtown Gainesville
📅 April
Spring Chicken Festival
📍 Gainesville
📅 April
