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Alpharetta plays host to various festivals and events throughout the year. From concerts to culinary offerings, Alpharetta's calendar of events always has something to share.

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Saige's Scavenger Hunt at American Girl

Thursday, May 23, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

American Girl North Point Mall
1202 North Point Circle

Alpharetta, GA
877-247-5223

http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_atl.php#specialEvent
Event Type: Family Fun
Admission: Free

Your girl will go on a fun-filled scavenger hunt, collecting fun facts about Saige along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! For girls ages 8 and up

Decorate Coconut’s Cookie Cottage at American Girl

Thursday, May 23, 4:00 p.m.

American Girl North Point Mall
1202 North Point Circle

Alpharetta, GA
877-247-5223

http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_atl.php#specialEvent
Event Type: Family Fun
Tickets: $33 per person

Create a cookie cottage inspired by the adorable Westie puppy, Coconut™! This hands-on class includes everything your girl needs to decorate a pint-sized cottage for Coconut, including candies, icing, and other tasty treats. Includes a delicious snack. Reservations required, for girls ages 8 and up.

Alpharetta Food Truck Alley

Thursday, May 23, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Historic Downtown Alpharetta
Old Roswell Street

Alpharetta, GA
678-297-6078

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=Food_Truck_Alley
Event Type: Culinary
Admission: Free

Weekly gatherings will take place on Old Roswell Street with a variety of rotating food trucks and music each Thursday in May and June. Approximately 6-8 food trucks will roll out some amazing eats with seating available on the street.

First Annual Hot Air Balloon Glow & Festival

Thursday, May 23, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

King’s Ridge Christian School
2765 Bethany Bend

Alpharetta, GA
770-754-5738
sbeach@kingsridgecs.org
http://www.kingsridgecs.org
Event Type: Benefit
Admission: Free

King’s Ridge Christian School will host its first community hot air balloon glow and everyone is invited to join in on the old-fashioned fun! The event will include tethering for guests till dusk and the balloons will glow thereafter. Everyone should bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket to enjoy the festivities that include ice cream, hot dogs, cotton candy, games and face painting. There will be drawings for free Verizon Wireless Amphitheater tickets compliments of Alpharetta Convention Bureau.

The Piano Man: An Acoustic Musical Revue of the 1970's

Friday, May 24, 7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.

The Velvet Note
4075 Old Milton Parkway

Alpharetta, GA
855-583-5838

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=The Velvet Note
Event Type: Performing Arts - Music
Tickets: $25.

You will feel like you’re part of the show in this LIVE musical theater adventure of four high school friends reuniting for the first time in 35 years. Featuring the music of: Elton John, Billy Joel, Jim Croce, Jackson Brown, Carly Simon, Janice Ian and more! Starring: Arthur D. Turner, Jonathan Gale, Cameron Morrison Kane and Celia McDermott. Also featuring Tim Aucoin and Geoff Gill.

The Bonaventure Quartet at The Velvet Note

Saturday, May 25, 7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.

The Velvet Note
4075 Old Milton Parkway

Alpharetta, GA
855-583-5838

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=The Velvet Note
Event Type: Performing Arts - Music
Tickets: $20.

The repertoire of this group is diverse, with performances of classic standards, western swing, gypsy jazz and original compositions all preformed with the Reinhardt influence.

The Breeze Kings at Matilda's

Saturday, May 25, 8:00 p.m.

Matilda's Music under the Pines
377 South Main Street

Alpharetta, GA


http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=Matildas_Concerts
Event Type: Performing Arts - Music
Tickets: $15.00 Kids under 16 are free when accompanied by a parent.

Matilda’s offers live outdoor music “Under the Pines” throughout the spring and summer months. Bring your lawn chairs, a picnic and even your dog for an unforgettably laid back evening of entertainment. Bring your own food and drinks. Purchase tickets at the door.

Night Hike at Chattahoochee Nature Center

Saturday, May 25, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Chattahoochee Nature Center
9135 Willeo Road

Roswell, GA
770-992-2055
PR_specialevents@chattnaturecenter.org
http://www.chattnaturecenter.org
Event Type: Outdoor Activities
Admission: $10 General Public & $7 CNC Members

Start the summer of the right way by getting outdoors! Join a CNC naturalist to see what happens as the sun goes down and the night comes to life! Hike the CNC trails, visit with a nocturnal animal up close and enjoy a campfire complete with marshmallow roasting. Ages 5 – adult.

Gallery 35 presents "Alpharetta Art In The Park "

Saturday, May 25, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Old Milton Park
35 Milton Avenue

Alpharetta, GA
678-762-1035

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=Art_in_the_park
Event Type: Shopping
Admission: Free

Last full weekend of each month from April through October. Look for artists at work creating masterpieces right before your eyes at this outdoor market under the trees that attracts art lovers and exhibitors from all over the Atlanta area. Combine this with the Alpharetta’s Saturday morning Farmers Market to create a fun filled weekend.

Downtown Alpharetta Farmers Market

Saturday, May 25, 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Historic Downtown Alpharetta
Old Canton Street

Alpharetta, GA
404-402-5389
candawood@bellsouth.net
http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/Pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=Alpharetta_FarmersMarket
Event Type: Culinary
Admission: Free

You will find farmers with fruits and vegetables, gardeners with fresh flowers and plants, and makers of all sorts of edible home goods from yummy desserts to local raw honey and homemade sauces and jellies. Each Saturday – April 13 through Mid October.

Rolling Hills Hunter Jumper Western and Barrel Horse Show

Saturday, May 25, 8:00 a.m.

Wills Park Equestrian Center
11915 Wills Road

Alpharetta, GA
770-338-0143

http://www.alpharetta.ga.us/files/docs/pdfs/Equestrian_Schedule_2013.pdf
Event Type: Shows, Exhibitions & Expos
Admission: Free

Show is open to the public. Wills Park Equestrian Center is located on 50 rolling acres of fields and woods. There are eight shed row type barns with covered aisle ways, nestled in amongst the trees, 1 covered ring houses its own show office, announcers booth, viewing room, rest rooms, raised bleacher seating and picnic area, 2 uncovered rings with all-weather footings and two separate schooling rings. Horse owners may purchase daily or annual riding passes from the Equestrian Managers Office.

Joe Gransden & Kenny Banks CD Release Party

Sunday, May 25, 7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.

The Velvet Note
4075 Old Milton Parkway

Alpharetta, GA
855-583-5838

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=The Velvet Note
Event Type: Performing Arts - Music
Tickets: $20.

Come join Joe Gransden and Kenny Banks for their CD release party!!

American Girl Historical Character Scavenger Hunt

Sunday, May 26, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

American Girl North Point Mall
1202 North Point Circle

Alpharetta, GA
877-247-5223

http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_atl.php#specialEvent
Event Type: Family Fun
Admission: Free

Learn about the beloved American Girl historical characters! Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, collecting fun facts about each historical character along the way. She’ll discover what it was like to grow up in America’s past, and find hidden clues she’ll need to solve a fun puzzle. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! For girls ages 8 and up.

NCAA Golf Championships, Capital City Club Crabapple Course

May 27 - June 2, 8:00 a.m.

Capital City Club Crabapple
13802 New Providence Road

Milton, GA
888-Tech-Tix

http://www.ramblinwreck.com/2013ncaagolf.html
Event Type: Sports
Tickets: All days Adult $50. Youth/Senior $35., Daily Adult $15. Youth/Senior $10., 14 and under free access pass with/purchase of adult ticket

Georgia Tech will host the 2013 NCAA Golf Championships at the Capital City Club- Crabapple Course. Fans of all ages are encouraged to come out and watch as the nation's top amateur golf talent play right in your back yard. Interested in volunteering: kkitchens@athletics.gatech.edu)

Saige's Scavenger Hunt at American Girl

Thursday, May 30, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

American Girl North Point Mall
1202 North Point Circle

Alpharetta, GA
877-247-5223

http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_atl.php#specialEvent
Event Type: Family Fun
Admission: Free

Your girl will go on a fun-filled scavenger hunt, collecting fun facts about Saige along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! For girls ages 8 and up.

Alpharetta Food Truck Alley

Thursday, May 30, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Historic Downtown Alpharetta
Old Roswell Street

Alpharetta, GA
678-297-6078

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=Food_Truck_Alley
Event Type: Culinary
Admission: Free

Weekly gatherings will take place on Old Roswell Street with a variety of rotating food trucks and music each Thursday in May and June. Approximately 6-8 food trucks will roll out some amazing eats with seating available on the street.

Tony Bennett with very special guest Jackie Evancho

Friday, May 31, 8:00 p.m.

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
2200 Encore Parkway

Alpharetta, GA
404-733-5010

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=verizon_wireless_amphitheatre
Event Type: Performing Arts - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
Ticket Price: $125.00, $79.00, $59.00, $49.00 & $29.00 Reserved

Don’t miss legendary entertainer Tony Bennett live in concert when he brings his priceless treasure of song memories to the stage. On the same night, Jackie Evancho will return to the amphitheatre and perform with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Jackie will be singing songs from her fourth-full length album, Songs from the Silver Screen, released in October 2012.

Mid Summer Classic (s,G) Horse Show

May 31 - June 1, 8:00 a.m.

Wills Park Equestrian Center
11915 Wills Road

Alpharetta, GA
770-475-1244

http://www.alpharetta.ga.us/files/docs/pdfs/Equestrian_Schedule_2013.pdf
Event Type: Shows, Exhibitions & Expos
Admission: Free

Horse Show open to the public. Wills Park Equestrian Center is located on 50 rolling acres of fields and woods. There are eight shed row type barns with covered aisle ways, nestled in amongst the trees with a total of 298 stalls. The covered ring is 150 by 350 feet housing its own show office, announcers booth, viewing room, rest rooms, raised bleacher seating and picnic area.

Saige’s Horse Collage Craft at American Girl

Friday, May 31, 4:00 p.m.

American Girl North Point Mall
1202 North Point Circle

Alpharetta, GA
877-247-5223

http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_atl.php#specialEvent
Event Type: Family Fun
Admission: Free

Your girl’s creativity can shine, just like Saige — our newest Girl of the Year! During this free event, your girl can create a paper collage inspired by Saige’s love of horses and art. For girls ages 8 and up.

Saige’s Celebration at American Girl

Friday, May 31, 4:30 p.m.

American Girl North Point Mall
1202 North Point Circle

Alpharetta, GA
877-247-5223

http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_atl.php#specialEvent
Event Type: Family Fun
Tickets: $28 per person

Join American Girl to celebrate Saige, our newest Girl of the Year! She loves to paint and ride horses, and uses her imagination to create art and inspire change. Girls will learn about this new contemporary character, make fun crafts, and enjoy a delicious meal. Includes an American Girl book to take home. Reservations required, for girls ages 8 and up.

Amp Trio Concert at The Velvet Note

Friday, May 1, 7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.

The Velvet Note
4075 Old Milton Parkway

Alpharetta, GA
855-583-5838

http://www.awesomealpharetta.com/pages/ContentPage.aspx?ContentName=The Velvet Note
Event Type: Performing Arts - Music
Tickets: $20.

Georgia native Matt Young brings a trio comprised of his colleagues for an exciting night of music! The group is includes Addison Freim on piano and Perrin Grace on bass.