Best Festivals in Atlanta: Spring and Summer 2026

Atlanta Dogwood Festival

There’s plenty of family fun at these festivals featuring food trucks, children’s activities, artist markets and more.

Town Center at Cobb Carnival at Town Center at Cobb

Enjoy thrills and fun with rides for all ages. March 26-April 12.

Georgia Food + Wine Festival at Jim R. Miller Park

Presented by Georgia Grown, this festival celebrates the best of Georgian and Southern food and drinks with culinary experts, artisans, live musicians and more. March 27-29.

Daffodil Days at Atlanta Athletic Club

Bounce on inflatables, play carnival games, enjoy thrilling rides, make crafts and more at this spring carnival. March 28.

Spring Artisan Market at Halcyon

Shop more than 50 talented local artisans with jewelry, pottery, home decor and more. March 28.

Cherry Blossom Festival at Blackburn Park

Watch concerts, shop the artists market, enjoy tasty food and more. March 28-29.

Panda Fest

Panda Fest at Atlantic Station

Explore Asian food, culture, performances and more with food vendors, artisan markets, oversized panda installations and more. April 3-5.

Sandy Springs Artsapalooza in Sandy Springs

This outdoor festival includes a children’s play area, local musicians, interactive art stations and more. April 4-5.

Atlanta Dogwood Festival at Piedmont Park

Celebrate the 90th anniversary of this festival featuring performances on the International Stage, an artist market, a Kids Village and more. April 10-12.

Festival on Ponce at Olmsted Linear Park

Browse 125 displays of fine arts and crafts, folk art and more. April 11-12.

Suwanee Arts Festival at Suwanee Town Center

See talented artists exhibiting and selling a variety of art, entertainment on the stage and more. April 11-12.

Acworth Art Fest in Downtown Acworth

Explore the beautiful art scene from this city. April 11-12.

The Georgia Renaissance Festival in Fairburn

Travel back in time for Renaissance entertainment, shopping and food. April 11-May 31.

The Atlanta Fair at Old Turner Field – Grey Lot

Kick off spring with classic carnival games, mouth-watering fair food, thrill rides and more. Through April 12.

Illumine at Oakland Cemetery

Through innovative lighting and art installations, explore Atlanta in a new way. April 16-26.

Alive in Roswell in Historic Downtown Roswell

This family-friendly festival is held every third Thursday. April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 17 and Oct. 15.

The International Night Market Atlanta at Suwanee Town Center Park

Explore diverse cultures and global cuisines at this event. April 17-18.

Spring Promenade at Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center

Celebrate spring with the festive weaving of ribbons around a traditional maypole, help paint a park mural and more. April 18.

Kennesaw Big Shanty Festival in Downtown Kennesaw

More than 200 arts and crafts booths, food booths, two entertainment stages and more. April 18-19.

Atlanta Streets Alive at Atlanta Beltline

This festival turns the street into a park space for biking, walking, playing and more. April 19, May 31 and June 14.

Lemonade Days

Lemonade Days Festival at Brook Run Park

This festival features more than 20 rides, a fabulous food court, pony rides, a petting zoo and more. April 22-26.

Wesleyan Artist Market at Wesleyan School

View art from more than 80 professional artists and select student artists. April 24-25.

Inman Park Festival & Tour of Homes in Inman Park

Watch a festive parade, listen to live music, go on a Tour of Homes and more. April 24-26.

Georgia State Fair at EchoPark Speedway

Enjoy tons of rides, including ones just for kids, visit the petting zoo, taste fair food and more. April 24-May 3.

Kids Day at DeKalb CHaRM

Enjoy hands-on activities and educational experiences for all ages focused on recycling, materials management and sustainable living. April 25.

ARTucker at Tucker Town Green

Explore local artists, artisans and performers’ works, enjoy children’s activities, listen to music and more. April 25.

Art Hatch: Spring Arts Festival at Smith-Gilbert Gardens

Explore the arts with live music, theater performances, artist demonstrations, arts and crafts and a scavenger hunt. April 25.

Spring Jonquil Festival in Downtown Smyrna

Enjoy spring with arts and crafts booths, food booths, children’s activities and a local entertainment stage. April 25-26.

Taste of Marietta at Historic Marietta Square

This food festival showcases Cobb County restaurants and caterers, along with musical entertainment, fun and games in the Kid’s Alley and a food judging competition. April 26.

Taste of Spring Festival at Olde Town Conyers

This festival features food, craft vendors, live entertainment, activities and a car show. May 2.

Taste of East Cobb at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church

Enjoy live music, local restaurant tastings and a huge Kids’ Zone. May 2.

Acworth-Cobb Dragon Boat Festival at Dallas Landing Park

Watch local cities, companies and individuals compete in Dragon Boat races. May 2.

Johns Creek International Festival at Atlanta Athletic Club

Celebrate countries and cultures from around the world with music, performances, a global market and more. May 2.

May-retta Daze at Marietta Square

This annual festival features local artists, great shopping, festival food, a kid’s zone and live music. May 2-3.

Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival at Logan Farm Park

Enjoy a concert under the stars and some of the best BBQ around. May 8-9.

Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair at Jim R. Miller Park

Watch high-flying trapeze acts, aerials and acrobats, hop on carnival rides, play midway games and enjoy delicious treats. May 8-17.

Cherokee County Mother’s Day Powwow & Indian Festival at Boling Park

Shop art from native artists, enjoy authentic cuisine, explore educational camps and more. May 9-10.

Sweet Auburn Springfest at Sweet Auburn Historic District

Enjoy music from national acts and local legends, taste Southern classic food, watch a parade, go on a history tour and more. May 9-10.

Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival at Chastain Park

Enjoy fine art and crafts, a children’s area, acoustic musicians and local food and beverage options. May 9-10.

Dunwoody Art Festival at Dunwoody Village Shopping Center

Explore more than 130 artisans, a creative Kidz Zone and tasty cuisine. May 9-10.

Taste of Alpharetta at Downtown Alpharetta

Celebrate the vibrant food community of Alpharetta with dining events, cooking demos, culinary collaborations and tasting tents. May 14.

Marietta Greek Festival

Marietta Greek Festival at Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church

Taste delicious Greek food while watching live entertainment and musical performances. May 15-17.

Kirkwood Spring Fling at Bessie Branham Park

Play in the Kids Area, taste wings, go on a Tour of Homes and more. May 16.

Taste of Douglasville at Douglasville Town Green

A showcase of the area’s restaurants and business, arts and crafts items, local performers and a Kids Korner children’s entertainment area. May 16.

Duluth Spring Arts Festival at Duluth Town Center

This outdoor festival features 86 painters, photographers, sculptors and more, along with artist demonstrations, live music and more. May 16-17.

Alpharetta Arts Streetfest at Wills Park

Explore artisans, vendors and exhibitors, and enjoy children’s activities and street performers. May 23-24.

Virginia-Highland Summerfest in Virginia-Highland

Celebrate summer with live music, art, food, a 5K run, games and more at this neighborhood festival. June 5-7.

Butterfly Festival at Chattahoochee Nature Center

Celebrate all things butterflies with live butterflies, pollinator experts and educators, playing in the Migration Game, live entertainment and more. June 6-7.

Atlanta African Dance & Drum Festival at Moving in the Spirit

Enjoy African dance and drum performances, shop the marketplace and participate in classes. July 17-19.

The Happy Black Parent Children’s Book Festival at Pittsburgh Yards

Celebrate your favorite children’s books with stories, performances, giveaways and author meet-and-greets. July 25.

Southern-Fried Gaming Expo at Marriott Renaissance Waverly

Enjoy all things gaming with more than 300 arcade and pinball machines, new and retro console systems, tabletop games, tournaments and more. July 31-Aug. 2.