It’s time to come out of the Batcave and into the light as we get ready to celebrate the end of summer with some of the best Labor Day activities this side of the Mississippi. In fact, we’re excited for two awesome Labor Day 2017 events here in Atlanta, GA, in particular – the 19th annual Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival and the 2017 Dragon Con. Find all you need to know about both events below. Read the rest of this entry
Here in Atlanta, GA, we’re blessed with some amazing summer weather. Actually, we’re blessed with some pretty amazing weather all year long. But even with the sun shining as much as it does, there are still some days when the weather simply won’t cooperate. That’s no fun any time of the year, but it’s especially troublesome during the summer when our kids just want to get outside and play. So, what should we do on those rainy days? Well, we’ve got a few ideas for you in this list of the top three indoor kids’ activities in Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry
School’s out for summer! That means your kids are probably already driving you up the wall as they look to you to give them things to do each and every day. Luckily for you, we live near Atlanta, GA, which has a ton of fun summer activities for kids. There are so many, in fact, that it can be hard to decide what to do next. But since summer is all about getting outside and enjoying the beautiful weather, we came up with this list of the top three outdoor summer kids’ activities around Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry
It’s almost the Fourth of July, which means our skies in and around Atlanta, GA, will soon be filled with the beautiful fireworks displays America’s favorite holiday is known for. The only question now is: where will you go to see the fireworks and celebrate Independence Day? You’ve got plenty of options, which is why we put together this list of the three best 4th of July 2017 Fireworks shows in and around Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry
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 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 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
The holiday season is now here! If you are looking for fun ways to get in the festive spirit, Atlanta is a great city to visit. There are so many fun things to do around this time of the year. If you are looking for 2016 Christmas lights displays in Atlanta GA, Akins Ford has put together this list of great places offering impressive holiday light displays. Read the rest of this entry
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
The holiday season is in full swing. Atlanta is a city that always offers many fun events and activities during the holidays. If you are looking for December 2016 events near Atlanta GA, Akins Ford has put together an excellent list of fun things to do. Read the rest of this entry
