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| Martin Luther King Jnr. Week |
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Atlanta Boat Show (January 13-17) |
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This week is crammed with concerts, performances and moving religious gatherings to honor one of the most influential men in America's history. |
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All boating enthusiasts are encouraged to attend this festival which takes place at the Georgia World Congress Center. This exhibition has all the latest in boats and boating accessories. |
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| Febuary |
| Best of Atlanta |
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Southeastern Flower Show (February 20-23) |
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This is a culinary treat for those who love food. Sixty of the top restaurants in Atlanta display their best at the Cobb Galleria Centre. |
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The Atlanta Hall Exhibition Center is a great place to spend the day with kids during this show. The daily activities and shows include workshops, displays and flow demos. |
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| March |
| St. Patrick's Day Parade (March 13) |
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NASCAR Atlanta 500 |
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Although not specifically a Georgian tradition, the sizeable Irish community always makes this day one to remember – complete with Irish food, drink, dance and music. |
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This is one of the foremost exciting races on the NASCAR calendar, so if you happen to be in Atlanta you should be in for a treat. |
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| April |
| Atlanta Dogwood Festival (April 17-19) |
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Peidmont Park is the venue for this annual event which includes concerts, kids' parades, dog shows and hot air balloon races. |
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| May (May 23-25) |
| Atlanta Jazz Festival |
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Annual Laser Show |
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This festival takes place on Memorial Day weekend at Grant Park. It features some of the best local and national jazz artists around. |
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This is a festival of lights with a difference with music-accompanied laser shows happening from March to Labor Day onto the face of Stone Mountain. |
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| June |
| Georgia Shakespeare Festival |
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For a dose of culture, Oglethorpe University produces a series of Shakespeare classics from June to October. |
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| July |
| Independence Day Celebrations |
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Black Arts Festival (July 29 – August 2nd) |
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Atlanta is a good a place as any in the USA to get caught up in the festivities. You can choose between Peach Tree Street, Decatur Town Square and Turner Field for a great fireworks display. |
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This 10 day event celebrates creativity of African heritage and culture. It is truly one of the most amazing art exhibitions of its kind. |
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| August |
| Latino Festival (August 23) |
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Atlanta Underground Film Festival (August 26-30) |
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This festival celebrates all that is Latino, with dance, concerts, food, stalls and music. |
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This week-long event bridges the gap between film and art and is used to promote up-and-coming talent from around the world. |
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| September |
| Yellow Daisy Festival (September 10-13) |
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This is one of the most beautiful art displays around, set amidst a sea of flowers in Stone Mountain Park. |
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| October |
| Georgia National Fair (October 8-18) |
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The Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter is the venue for this 10 day display of food, entertainment and fireworks. This is another family-friendly environment. |
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| November |
| Lighting of the Tree (Thanksgiving, Lenox Square) |
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Thousands of people gather on Thanksgiving night at Underground Atlanta for carol singing, prayer and festivities as the gigantic tree is finally lit in honor of the holiday spirit. |
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| December |
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Concerts ( December 4 – 31, Woodruff
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First Night Atlanta (December 31, Midtown) |
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Woodruff Arts Centre is a great place to go to get into the festive spirit. Concerts take place on most days throughout December. |
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This takes place on New Year's Eve in Midtown Atlanta. With music, food and a no-alcohol policy, this is a very safe place to spend the evening with the family. |
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