Atlanta Urban Forest Festival: Time, Date, Info

Are you ready for some outdoor fun on the west side Atlanta? It’s happening on Saturday, April 12.

Come celebrate the day at the Urban Forest Festival 2025, exploring all three sites of Atlanta’s Children’s Forest Network as we honor the urban forests we cherish.

Urban Forest Festival: What To Know

Kick off the day by walking, skating, or biking to the lesser-known Lionel Hampton Beech Nature Preserve in West Atlanta for a morning immersed in nature.

Next, join us at the Outdoor Activity Center to mark its 50th Anniversary with a lively Forest Disco Party, featuring a ribbon cutting, mushroom workshops, screen-printing, and more.

Finally, wrap up at Cascade Springs Nature Preserve for an Earth & Art Celebration tribute to Radcliffe Bailey—don your finest Black dandy or AfroFuturistic attire!

Schedule:

  • 9:00 AM – Lionel Hampton Beech Nature Preserve
  • 9:00 AM – Special Edition: Service Saturday
  • 11:30 AM – Outdoor Activity Center
  • 3:00 PM – Cascade Springs Nature Preserve

Final Word

Festivals are year-round in the city. Every Atlanta weekend has something cool to do. The city has a thriving cultural, food, sports and music scene, with venues like the Tabernacle and the Fox Theatre hosting concerts and shows throughout the year.

The city is also home to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the Atlanta Opera, offering world-class performances for music lovers.Atlanta has a lot of cool things to do and places to eat, including some of the top soul food joints and remarkable Thai food spots. 
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