Got a green thumb? Or wish you had one? Then you’ll love this event, which is sponsored by WABE.
The Atlanta Soil Festival returns to Atlanta this weekend from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 at Maddox Park. Learn about the importance of healthy soil, meet inspiring local growers, and enjoy a day of fun and learning.
In addition to hearing from local farmers, you’ll also learn the best time to grow fruits and vegetables in Georgia.
What to Expect:
- Delicious food from local vendors
- Engaging workshops on composting, beekeeping, and gardening
- Growers’ panel featuring local food leaders
- Farmers market & plant sale featuring local vendors
- Beer garden
- Free compost giveaway
- Kids’ activities & cooking demos for the whole family
The Atlanta Soil Festival costs between $4 and $25 for a ticket. This ticket covers admission, food, beverages, and more, and the festival aims to support local farms and community gardens.
Explore Your Atlanta
Atlanta has just what you need, not just today but every weekend. From exploring the city’s diverse restaurant scene to taking in a beautiful park greenspace or even checking out the hidden gems, Atlanta has some of everything.
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are.
If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.
We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.
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