August or Late July
Early Learners Conference
Learn about the latest trends in homeschooling through speakers, exhibits, and seminars. Children can attend KidsZone and enjoy puppet shows, live entertainment and their own workshops.
Georgia Home School Web Site
August
Jewish Festival
This outdoor festival is designed to showcase music, foods, exhibits and dance that celebrate the Jewish culture.
www.atlantajcc.org
August
Annual Old Soldiers Day Parade And Road Race
Memorial services in front of City Hall. Parade begins immediately following the ceremony and will include bands, floats, military groups, antique vehicles, civic organizations, and more. Race will begins on Old Milton Parkway near the City Pool at Wills Park.
August
Annual Atlanta Underground Film Festival
The Annual Atlanta Unground Film Festival will be held in August as part of Independent film Month in Atlanta, Georgia. Venues include Eyedrum, the goat Farm, and the Landtrust. AUFF will feature almost 100 films from across the world, and Will present a Series of Indoor and outdoor Film screenings, live music, Art, and special events including the annual Animation Attack!
The Atlanta Underground Film Festival Web Site
August
Summer Shade Festival
The festival is located along the shaded pedestrian roadways of historic L.P. Grant Park, Atlanta’s oldest public park. The weekend is filled with a variety of featured events including the Artist Market, food vendors, the Adams Realtors 5K RUN FOR THE PARK on Saturday morning, live performance stages and a children’s fun center. And, don't forget Corks & Forks — A Fine Food & Wine Event featuring top chefs/restaurants each day and some of the coolest wines/ales to hit the market.
Annual Summer Shade Festival In Historic Grant Park
August
COLLEGE STUDENT MONTH
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. Finally college students can afford to do something fun! Have price admission with a valid college ID throughout the month of August. Call 770-427-2117, x 114 or visit SouthernMuseum.org for information.
August
Shop Till You Rock
Cumberland Mall. Atlanta. Just in time for Back-to-School shopping! Georgia Sales will give you an advantage to save on certain school supplies, clothing, computers and more. Visit www.cumberlandmall.com for information
August
FIRST FRIDAYS
Downtown Acworth. 5-10pm. The merchants of historic downtown Acworth stay open late on the first Friday of every month. Call 770-974-3112 or visit acworth.org for information.
August
ATLANTA ARTIST CENTER EXHIBIT
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. 10am-5pm. Juried multi media art exhibit by members of the Atlanta Artist Center. Call 770-514-5930 or visit www.artstationcobb.org for information.
August
SMYRNA’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Village Green. 6-10pm. Free. Fireworks and the works! Every year this big deal gets better and better and the cake just gets bigger! Bring the entire family and celebrate the birth of our city. Call 770-434-6600 or visit smyrnacity.com for information.
August
KID’S FEST
Six Flags Over Georgia. Young children and parents will have the time of their lives at this celebration of youth and high spirits, as Six Flags transforms into a universe of kid-friendly activities and attractions. Call 770-948-9290 or visit sixflags.com for information.
August
THE GEORGIA BRIDAL SHOW
Cobb Galleria Centre. Atlanta. 12:30-5:30pm. $10. Come and see Atlanta's top bridal merchants and the South's most talked about bridal fashion show! Visit www.eliteevents.com for information.
August
MOMMY And ME CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SERIES
Southern Museum of Civil War And Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-11am. Free with museum admission. Imagine, explore, create! This program is designed for pre-school age children and their parents. The Museum’s history, themes, and exhibits provide a fun and exciting starting point for educational activities. Call 770-427-2117, x 116 or visit southernmuseum.org for information.
August
KENNESAW’S PIGS And PEACHES BBQ CONTEST
The Depot. Kennesaw. Free. Fri. “Anything Butt” cooking competition followed by Bluegrass music at 7pm. Sat. 12noon BBQ cooking and peach dessert contests. Cash prizes. Call 770-422-9714 or visit www.kennesaw-ga.govfor information.
August
HISTORICAL SOCIETY LECTURE SERIES
Southern Museum of Civil War And Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 2-3pm. Free for lecture. Discover the fascinating history of the Southern Railroad with local authors Pat Cates and Dick Hillman. Call 770-427-2117 x 114 or visit southernmuseum.org for information.
August
FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
The Depot. Downtown Kennesaw. 8pm. Join us for another great season of outdoor music. Bring a blanket and lawn chairs, and enjoy an evening under the stars. broadBRAND, an all-girls rockin’ country group from Nashville will perform. Call 770-422-9714 or visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov for information.
August
MOVIES ON THE LAWN
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. Movie begins at 7pm. ET- The Extraterrestrial will be playing, Call 770-514-5930 or visit www.artstationcobb.org for information.
August
Mable House Barnes Amphitheater
Mableton. 8pm. Tickets range from $25-70. Call 770-819-3285 or visit www.mablehouse.org/amphitheatre.html for information.
August
WOMEN’S TRIATHLON
Dallas Landing Park. Acworth. 7:30am. Free. This sprint triathlon is open to women of all ages and abilities. Visit www.gamultisports.com for more information.
August
STARLIGHT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Kennesaw State University. Gazebo Amphitheater. 7:30pm. $5 admission. Bring your own lawn chairs and a picnic! Regina Carter will perform. Call 770-423-6650 or visit www.kennesaw.edu for information.
August-October
“BEST OF” STUDENT EXHIBITION
Kennesaw State University’s Fine Arts Gallery. Free. Exhibition of works in various media created by Kennesaw State University art students. Call 770-499-3223 or visit www.kennesaw.edu for information.
August
ANNUAL SOUTHERN ROUNDBALL CLASSIC
A men's invitational basketball tournament that brings some of the best basketball players to the ATL.Location. For more information, please visit the website at www.scroundball.com
August
MELODIES ON THE MEADOW
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. Bring your blanket or chairs to enjoy concerts on the lawn. Call 770-514-5930 or visit www.artstationcobb.org for information.
August
MOMMY AND ME CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SERIES
Southern Museum of Civil War And Locomotive History. Kennesaw. Free with museum admission. Imagine, explore, create! This program is designed for pre-school age children and their parents. The Museum’s history, themes, and exhibits provide a fun and exciting starting point for educational activities. Call 770-427-2117, x 114 or visit www.southernmuseum.com for information.
August
GLOVER PARK EVENING CONCERT SERIES
Glover Park. Marietta Square. 8pm. Free. The place to be in Marietta the last Friday evening of each month April through August. The park is the perfect setting for families and friends to enjoy and listen to music under the stars. Call 770-794-5601 for information.
August
COBB COUNTY CLASSIC RODEO
Jim R. Miller Park. Marietta. Children 5 and under are usually free. Call 770-684-7277 for information.
August
MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT
Tolleson Park. Smyrna. Enjoy the dog days of summer with some movie fun under the stars. All movies are full –length feature films suitable for kids and adults of all ages. Call 770-431-2842 for movie details.
August
MVAA FREE SUMMER STAR OUTDOOR CONCERT
The Art Place. Marietta. 7:30pm. Call 770-509-2700 or visit www.theartplace.us for information.
August
STARLIGHT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Kennesaw State University. Gazebo Amphitheater. 7:30pm. admission. Bring your own lawn chairs and a picnic! Call 770-423-6650 or visit kennesaw.edu for information.
