Posts Tagged ‘Art’
Decatur Arts Festival Returns For 2024!
The Decatur Arts Festival is back for 2024 with an incredible lineup of events! Kicking off on Friday night with the ArtWalk, the family-friendly festival features an Artists Market, live music, hilarious performances, delicious food, and more – And best of all, it’s free to attend. Don’t miss it!
2024 Festival Dates
May 3rd – 5th
Festival Hours
Friday | 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location
Downtown Decatur
The ArtWalk opens the festival on Friday evening as local businesses host free art receptions with light refreshments. As the festival continues throughout Saturday and Sunday, sip on some local brews as you stroll through the work of 120 artists from all over the Southeast! Live music keeps the mood upbeat and relaxed, and the variety of comedic performances and stunning dance presentations make the Decatur Arts Festival such a unique experience – and the chalk art displays are always impressive as ever. On Saturday, keep the kiddos happy and engaged with their very own Kids’ Fest from 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.
9 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta: April 26th – 28th
We’ve already reached the last weekend of April, but the springtime fun is still in full bloom! Don’t miss a moment with our Top 9 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta This Weekend: Friday – Sunday, April 26th – 28th.
Kick off the weekend with a blast from the past at Fernbank’s 80’s-themed Adult Prom. The weekend is filled with a variety of festival fun for all ages – from the Historic Druid Hills Homes & Garden Tour to the Inman Park Festival & Tour of Homes! Enjoy a versatile and welcoming collection of art at the Wesleyan Artists Market, and be sure to soak up the sun at the Battle of the Paddle Pickleball Tournament!
Be sure to hop on over the the Atlanta BeltLine for a culmination of art and flavor for an oasis in the city – And as always, we have you covered with the city’s best Farmers Markets and a newly updated lineup of Inman Park’s best restaurants. Through all seasons, we will continue to have a spectacular lineup of fun each week – with events for couples, families, and running solo.
May High Frequency Friday | High Museum of Art
It’s Happy Hour meets Art Party with May’s HIGH Frequency Friday! Enjoy a moment of respite and fun as you explore the High Museum galleries this month. With a soundtrack to enhance your cultural experience, the evening is the High Museum’s sell-out event of art and music!
2024 Event Details: May
Friday | May 3rd
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30309
Windows Open: Christina Baker Solo Show | Anne Irwin Fine Art
Anne Irwin Fine Art proudly presents the newest works of Christina Baker in her first Solo Show of 2024, Windows Open . Come see firsthand how Christina’s works can not only transform your mood, but the mood of your entire environment! Just in time for a Spring refresh, we are excited to experience the uplifting calm her art brings to the walls of Anne Irwin Fine Art Gallery.
Exhibition Opening
April 12th, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Exhibit Runs Through May 2nd
Location
Anne Irwin Fine Art
690 Miami Circle NE, #150
Atlanta, GA 30324
Christina’s works have been featured as a beloved favorite at Anne Irwin Fine Art, showcasing serene pieces through playful shapes with romantic undertones. From dreamy landscapes to studies in color, her works are full of life in both rich and neutral colors combined. No matter the subject, Christina’s art is sure to put you in a better mood!
Windows Open
Enjoy an escape with Christina Baker’s gorgeous new exhibition! Inspired by small joys and the simpler things in life, the collection is filled with magic moments waiting to be explored.
Chamblee Art Fest
In celebration of creativity and community, the city of Chamblee is hosting its very first Arts Festival! Festival-goers of all ages will enjoy two full days filled with an array of art, food trucks with festival cuisine, a creative children’s area, strolling musicians, and more.
2024 Event Details
April 20th – 21st
Saturday | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location
Peachtree Road
Between Miller Drive and American Way
Chamblee, GA
14th Annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade
The 14th Annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade is lighting up the Westside Trail for 2023! This year’s festivities are a great way to spark creativity and build community while celebrating joy along the Atlanta BeltLine Westside Trail.
2024 Event Details
Saturday | May 11th
- 7:45 p.m. | Lineup begins at Adair Park I
- 8:45 p.m. | Parade steps off onto Westside Trail
- 9:15 – 10:00 p.m. | Parade finale “jam session” at Lee+White
Location
Adair Park & Atlanta Beltline Westside Trail
Creativity rules the parade, and anyone with a lantern is welcome to join! Step behind one of the 5 marching bands and get ready to enjoy one of Atlanta’s most magical events of the year. Whether you watch from the sidelines or dance your way through the parade, everyone will love all the wonderment, lights, and magic of the evening!
21st Annual Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes
Missing outdoor festivals? So are we! Jump pack into festival season, reconnect with community, and see why Kirkwood residents love their neighborhood at the 21st Annual Kirkwood Spring Fling Festival & Tour of Homes!
2024 Festival Details
Saturday | May 18th
12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
2024 Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K Road Race
8:30 a.m.
April Friday Jazz | High Museum of Art
Friday Jazz returns to the High Museum of Art for an entirely new twist on your favorite musical experience. Not your typical Friday Jazz, enjoy an evening with a signature cocktail and music in two locations throughout the Museum!
2024 Event Details
Friday | April 19th
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30309
Relax with a cold cocktail, explore the museum’s permanent collections, and enjoy the incredible variety of jazz from straight ahead to free jazz, bebop to swing, and more. The immersive experience will feature local talents layering notes, improvising melodies, and drawing on inspiration from jazz history.
52nd Annual Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes
Atlanta’s best street festival is returning to Inman Park with the 52nd Annual Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes!
2024 Festival Dates
Saturday & Sunday
April 27th – 28th
Tour of Homes Preview
Friday | April 26th
Inman Park Festival Parade
Saturday | April 27th
2:00 p.m.
Barbara Flowers Solo Show | Anne Irwin Fine Art
Anne Irwin Fine Art proudly presents the newest works of Barbara Flowers, showcasing a variety of subject matter through layers of generously painted colors!
2024 Show Opening
Friday, March 15th
Show Runs Through April 10th
Location
Anne Irwin Fine Art
690 Miami Circle NE, #150
Atlanta, GA 30324
Barbara’s mark is unique and distinct, whether she’s painting landscapes, figures, or her beloved still life paintings! Through rich, thickly layered oil paints, Barbara brings her subjects to life on her luscious, textured canvases.