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When is Sparks in the Park at E.E. Robinson Park in Sugar Hill GA?

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2018 Sparks in the Park Date, Time and Location Details

America is celebrating her 242nd birthday this year, and cities all across Georgia are celebrating that milestone in a big way with huge Fourth of July events and festivals. One of those cities is Sugar Hill, GA, which will once again be putting on its Sparks in the Park Independence Day celebration. But when is Sparks in the Park this year? And where exactly is it? You can find all of that out right here as we dig into the date, time and location details for the 2018 Sparks in the Park event in Sugar Hill, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Is There a Fourth of July Festival at the Mall of Georgia in Buford?

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All You Need to Know About 2018 Star Spangled Fourth in Burford GA

We’re less than a month away from America’s 242nd birthday, which means it’s time to start checking in on some of the best Fourth of July activities Georgia has to offer. There’s a ton going on for Fourth of July 2018 in Georgia, but we think one of the best Fourth of July events taking place is the Star Spangled Fourth at the Mall of Georgia in Buford. With that in mind, here’s all you need to know about the date, time and location of the 2018 Star Spangled Fourth in Burford, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When is the Fourth of July Extravaganza at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta in Georgia?

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2018 Fourth of July Extravaganza Date, Time and Location Details

This year will mark the 242nd year of American independence, and the Children’s Museum of Atlanta in Georgia is looking to celebrate that anniversary in a big way. More specifically, the Children’s Museum of Atlanta will once again be the home of the Fourth of July Extravaganza. But when is the 2018 Fourth of July Extravaganza? Where exactly is it? And what’s it all about? We’re going to answer all of those questions and more as we take a look at the date, time and location details of the 2018 Fourth of July Extravaganza at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta in Georgia. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When is the 19th Annual Butterfly Festival at the Chattahoochee Nature Center near Atlanta GA?

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2018 Chattahoochee Butterfly Festival Date and Attraction Details

There’s nothing like taking in all the beauty nature has to offer on our hot Georgia summer days, and there’s no better way to take in all that beauty than with a trip to the 2018 Chattahoochee Butterfly Festival. Entering its 19th year, the Chattahoochee Butterfly Festival is the perfect way for kids and adults alike to learn about and experience Georgia’s natural beauty at its finest – while also having a ton of fun. With that in mind, we decided now is the perfect time to go over the date and attraction details for the 2018 Chattahoochee Butterfly Festival so you have all you need to know to prepare for this one-of-a-kind event near Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When is the 2018 Atlanta Food and Wine Festival?

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2018 Atlanta Food and Wine Festival Date, Time and Location Details

Atlanta is known for many wonderful and amazing things, most of which it doesn’t get enough credit for nationally, if we’re being completely honest. And one of those things is the beyond impressive restaurant and bar scene the city boasts. But while the rest of the country may not give Atlanta the props it deserves, the people of Atlanta and the surrounding area surely will. And when it’s time to celebrate the food and drinks that make Atlanta such a wonderful place to live, there’s nothing better than the Atlanta Food and Wine Festival. But when is this year’s event? And where is it? We’re going to go over all of that right here as we check out the date, time and location details of the 2018 Atlanta Food and Wine Festival. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When and Where is the 2018 Atlanta Caribbean Carnival?

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2018 Atlanta Caribbean Carnival Date, Time and Location Details

Memorial Day Weekend is a three-day weekend everyone looks forward to because it’s the perfect time to get together with family and friends and celebrate those who have given everything for our great country. And those celebrations include barbeques, family gatherings, and a wide variety of festivals and events. One of those festivals is the 2018 Atlanta Caribbean Carnival, which is taking place over Memorial Day Weekend right in downtown Atlanta, GA. No matter what you’ve got planned for Memorial Day Weekend, you’re going to want to make sure you make the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival part of those plans. To ensure you don’t miss out on the fun, here are the date, time and location details you need to know for the 2018 Atlanta Caribbean Carnival. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When and Where is the 34th Annual Sweet Auburn Springfest in Atlanta GA?

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2018 Sweet Auburn Springfest Time and Location Details

As much as we love Atlanta, GA, any time of the year, the city truly shines once spring and summer hit. One of the main reasons for that is that Atlanta is home to so many fun, family-friendly festivals and events. There are so many incredible happenings taking place all around the city, in fact, that it can be hard to decide which festival you’re going to go to next. One festival that you’re going to want to make sure you don’t miss is the 34th Annual Sweet Auburn Springfest taking place over Mother’s Day weekend right here in Atlanta, GA. To ensure you know all you need to know about the festival, we’re going to go over all of the time and location details for the 2018 Sweet Auburn Springfest right here. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When and Where are the Best Summer 2018 Music Festivals In and Around Atlanta, GA?

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Summer 2018 Music Festivals in Atlanta GA

There are a lot of things to love about living in and around Atlanta, GA. But one of the things we love most about living in and around Atlanta is the diverse music scene. From rock and roll to hip hop to jazz – and everything in between – Atlanta has it all and then some, with an incredible local music scene and the venues and events needed to bring in some of the biggest acts in the world. Because of that, it’s no surprise that Atlanta is home to some of the best music festivals around. With that in mind, here are three of the best music festivals taking place in Atlanta, GA, during the summer of 2018. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When Festivals and Events are Coming Up in April and May around Atlanta GA?

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Spring 2018 Festivals and Events In and Around Atlanta GA

With spring in full swing and summer right around the corner, many people in and around Atlanta, GA, are beginning to plan the fun family adventures they’re going to embark on. And since we live in and around Atlanta, GA, there’s a ton of fun festivals and events for us to choose from. There are so many, in fact, that it can be hard to decide what all you want to do. With that in mind, here are three incredibly fun family-friendly spring 2018 festivals and events in and around Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Where’s the Best Place for Karaoke around Atlanta GA?

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3 Best Karaoke Bars in Atlanta GA

Here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, we know how much people love belting out their favorite songs as they drive along in their new Ford cars, trucks and SUVs. But we also know those crooners get just as much enjoyment wowing the crowds with their personal renditions of their favorite songs at local karaoke spots. And, boy, are there a lot of karaoke options in and around Atlanta, GA. That’s exactly why we put together this list of what we consider to be the three best karaoke bars in Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>