Celebrate Memorial Day 2017 at Stone Mountain Park near Atlanta GA

Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor all those who have given their lives in service to our great country, while also thanking all active and retired military personnel who are still with us and fighting the good fight in the name of the United States. And what better way to do that than to make sure all of them can easily enjoy a weekend of family fun in their honor? That’s why all active and retired military personnel are going to want to celebrate Memorial Day 2017 at Stone Mountain Park near Atlanta, GA. With free tickets and discounts available over the entire Memorial Day weekend, Stone Mountain Park is working to make sure all of our American Heroes get a fun weekend with their friends and family. Read the rest of this entry >>

St. Patrick’s Day 2017 Activities near Atlanta GA

St. Patrick’s Day 2017 is right around the corner. That’s right, the day when everyone is Irish is almost upon us. And as an added bonus, it’s on a Friday this year. You know what that means – no one will have an excuse not to go out covered in green to celebrate. And since we live near the greatest city in America – Atlanta, Georgia – you know there’s plenty of St. Patrick’s Day 2017 activities going on. To help you get your St. Paddy’s plans in order, here are a few of the best 2017 St. Patrick’s Day activities near Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

Valentine’s Day Activities in Atlanta GA

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Faster than most of us are ready for, probably. Are you all prepared with a romantic evening or getaway for you and your loved one? We hope so, because aside from birthdays and anniversaries, there’s perhaps no other day that elicits more stress – in a good way, of course – than Valentine’s Day. It can be overwhelming. But don’t worry if you’re not ready, as we’ve decided to give you a hand this year and take a look at some of the best Valentine’s Day activities in Atlanta, Georgia. Whether you’re celebrating right on Feb. 14, or using the weekend as a starting point, these suggestions are sure to put you in the good graces of the one you love more than any other. Read the rest of this entry >>

December 2016 Christmas plays in Atlanta GA

The holiday season is an excellent time to enjoy a great show at one of Atlanta’s best theaters. Seeing one of your favorite stories live can be a great way to have fun during the holidays. If you are looking for December 2016 Christmas plays in Atlanta GA, Akins Ford has put together this great list. Read the rest of this entry >>

Labor Day Weekend is almost here. This means that we all have just a few more weeks to have some fun before summer winds to an end and fall begins. If you are looking to head out and have some fun this holiday, check out these great Labor Day Weekend 2016 events near Atlanta GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

Botanical Gardens Near Athens, GA

The summer fun and sun can lead to a ton of great activities. Botanical gardens can be a great way to get away from the city noise and enjoy nature. If you are looking for botanical gardens near Athens, GA, here’s a list of some of our favorites at Akins Ford. Read the rest of this entry >>