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This is a good old fashioned parade. Originating from the celebration of our country’s Bicentennial in 1976, the parade is perfect for the solo traveler or as a family event. This year’s theme is “Happy Birthday” and will feature local marching bands, stunning parade floats, clowns, and performing animals. You might even be able to catch a glimpse of a surprise celebrity guest!

The parade route is about two miles long and runs from the intersection of Mount Vernon Road at 9:00 a.m. to Dunwoody Village. After the parade, be sure to head for the grounds in front of Dunwoody Village where there will be concerts, parade awards, citizenship swearing-in, kids zone, and plenty of local food vendors.

This annual festival benefits in the Civic Association, dedicated to keeping the Virginia-Highland Neighborhood of Atlanta the most resident-friendly by building new parks, local schools, and businesses within the community. Located about ten miles from our hotel, the festival is the perfect way to spend a weekend in Dunwoody.

Dozens of bands will take the main stage with a variety of tunes to put a song in your heart and a skip in your step. The festival also features two different artist’s markets. The Juried Artist Market is where you’ll find two hundred of the best artists in the Southeast showcasing their original work. The Makers’ Market is where you can stock up on fragrances, soaps, lotions, candles, honey, and other homemade items. Be sure to check out their events page for the full lineup.

Phoenix Rises
Atlanta is the only North American city to ever be razed to the ground. In 1864, General Sherman marched into Atlanta on a bitter November day and torched the city. Only 400 buildings were saved, but the city itself quite literally rose from the ashes. Our city's symbol is the phoenix.

Oh, the Peaches
Except you won’t find very many peaches here—at least not in their delicious, juicy form. It’s thought that the association with peaches in Atlanta is actually a mispronunciation of the English translation of the name “Standing Pitch Tree,” given to the area by the indigenous peoples. Today, over sixty streets in Atlanta are named “Peach Tree.”

Frequent Flyers—Really
Almost every airport on the planet claims to be the busiest in the world, but Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport actually is! The airport itself is larger than forty-five football fields put together. Atlanta is a mere three-hour flight from most major American cities, making this airport a popular travel staple.

Our beloved Atlanta Braves have called the park home since their move in 2017, but the park and grounds have much more to offer than the mere surge of adrenaline found from the seats of 40,000 screaming fans.

Behind home plate, you’ll find the most extensive collection of Braves memorabilia, artifacts, and history in the city. Art-lovers will appreciate the nine-foot-tall snapshot statue of the famous Hank Aaron, crafted by world-renown artist, Ross Rossin. Baseball fans will swoon when seeing the moment Aaron shattered Babe Ruth’s home run record captured in bronze. When you’re finished here, head beneath the dugouts and see your favorite players in action at the new indoor batting cages or make your way to the Terrapin Taproom and relax with a pint of Georgia’s favorite brew.

This park is fun for the whole family with an array of challenging obstacle runs, zip lines, and aboveground feats to dazzle and thrill. Whether you are a first-timer, novice, intermediate, or expert level tree walker, you’ll receive the training and resources necessary to keep you safe as you spend over two hours exploring the trees.

For your safety, be sure to wear closed-toe shoes to Treetop Quest—no flip flops or sandals of any kind will be permitted on the course. You’ll also need time to sign waivers for you and your children and time to learn how the harness equipment works. Try to show up to the park a half hour or more before your scheduled start time as instructors will be waiting to train you. Adventure is waiting. Find it in Dunwoody.

Sprawling out over 38,000 acres, Lake Lanier sits 45 minutes north of Atlanta. Constructed as a reservoir for the Chattahoochee River, the 59-square-mile basin was completed in 1956, and quickly became a favorite attraction for Georgians across the state.

From the intrepid outdoorsman to the Sunday lounger, Lake Lanier has something for everyone. The reservoir is stocked with largemouth bass, brook trout, and more, promising bountiful fishing. It’s 692 miles of shoreline are perfect for sunbathing, wading, and boat spotting; and with 10 marinas scattered along the coast, you can plan a soothing day of sailing. Looking for something a bit more involved? Grab an oar and hop in a racing shell: In 1996, Lake Lanier hosted the rowing and canoeing events at the Summer Olympics.

So rally your family, rent a car, and hit the road: The water’s calling.