12 Atlanta Summer Festivals You Don’t Want To Miss

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Along with the best Atlanta weekend events, you don’t want to miss Atlanta’s summer festivals.

This summer, there are going to be some awesome events that you don’t want to miss, especially outdoors.

We’re going to show you some of the best summer festivals the city has to offer. You don’t want to miss any of these!

Here Are The Best Atlanta Summer Festivals To Attend

From Comic Con to Music Midtown and more, some great summer festivals in Atlanta that are coming up. 

In this article, we’ll go over some of the best summer festivals in Atlanta for you to attend in 2022. Some of these events may stretch into the fall, but you’ll enjoy them all the same!

R&B Seafood Festival

The R&B Seafood Festival celebrates the very best of America’s coastal cuisine. The date is Sun, May 26, 12 – 4 PM. It’s happening at Underground Atlanta 50 Upper Alabama St, Atlanta, GA.

Atlanta Jazz Festival

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The Atlanta Jazz Festival is Memorial Day weekend in Midtown’s Piedmont Park. The Memorial Day weekend event, slated for May 25 and 26, once again looks to bring the city together to enjoy the sweet sounds of music.

Atlanta R&B Wine, Food and Music Festival

Who doesn’t like to enjoy a good meal while they listen to live music outdoors? The Atlanta R&B Wine Food & Music Festival is happening on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

Atlanta Caribbean Carnival

Atlanta’s largest carnival celebration kicks off Thursday, May 23, 2 PM – Monday, May 27, in downtown Atlanta and various locations. Learn more.

Virginia-Highland Summerfest

The Virginia-Highland Summerfest is happening on the following days in Atlanta:

  • June 7, Friday Night Kick-off: 6pm – 9 pm
  • June 8: Saturday Festival: 10am – 10pm
  • June 9: Sunday Festival: 11am-5pm

The festival and feature fine artists, live music, a KidsFest, and

Atlanta Summer Wine Fest

The Atlanta Summer Wine Fest is set for the second weekend in August from 12 noon to 10 p.m. The event is taking place at City Winery in Midtown Atlanta.

BronzeLens Film Festival

The BronzeLens Festival will take place in Atlanta, Georgia from Aug 21 to 25, 2024. The dates have not been confirmed yet, but here are some of the top events you can expect to experience:

  • Film Selections
  • Movie Screenings
  • Workshops
  • Networking Opportunities

See the details.

Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival

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The Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, 18, 2024, is a two-day outdoor family-oriented event that will have something for all ages.

A boon for the city’s thriving arts community, the event is one of the Sou

Atlanta Ice Cream Festival

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The Atlanta Ice Cream Festival returns to the city on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 11 AM – 6 PM. This year’s Atlanta Ice Cream Festival is once again slated to take place at Piedmont Park in Midtown. We’ll update you with the latest details as they come in. See more details.

Final Word

If you want to really have a good time outside in Atlanta, Georgia, going to a festival is a must.

Atlanta in the summertime is one of the most fun places you could ever be: hot weather, live music and cold beer can be had in abundance. All you have to do is attend one of the many summer festivals. But which ones are the best?

NO matter what you plan to get into, have fun and stay safe in Atlanta! See our Atlanta Festival Guide for more fun!
 
Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.
 
As the weather warms, you can expect Atlanta festivals, many who probably have never heard of, to hit every weekend.
Don’t worry, AtlantaFi.com has got you covered.

Whether you enjoy food-focused festivals, or some downhome blues under the sunset. We’re going to cover them all.

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Tee Johnson: Tee Johnson is the co-founder of AtlantaFi.com and as an unofficial ambassador of the city, she's a lover of all things Atlanta. She writes about Travel News, Events, Business, Hair Care (Wigs!) and Money.