Get ready for a season packed with music, moments, and memory-making in Alpharetta. All summer long, enjoy the can’t-miss concerts, patriotic celebrations, global excitement, signature festivals, AND a chance to score your own weekend getaway. Whether you’re here to rock out, explore, cheer, or unwind, Alpharetta is your home base for a summer that truly celebrates it all.
Enter to win a weekend getaway to Alpharetta, GA!
Contest runs from June 1– August 31, 2026.
Getaway package for one lucky winner includes:
- One-room, two-night weekend stay at One-Room, Two-Night Weekend Stay at The Hamilton, a Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel
- Two VIP Tickets and a VIP Parking Pass to see Breaking Benjamin on October 17 at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Total prize package valued at approximately $590. You can also enter by visiting the Alpharetta Welcome Center between June 1 and August 31, 2026, to enter in person. One entry per person. Winner will be selected and notified the week of September 1, 2026. Prize package is valued at $590. No cash value.
A full list of content rules can be found here. Offered by the Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Alpharetta Gears Up for the Summer of Global Soccer
Atlanta is set to welcome eight international soccer match ups in summer 2026, bringing high-energy competition, fan festivals, community gatherings, and celebrations throughout the metro area. Make Alpharetta your home for all the action. Stay in style at one of 31 modern hotels, dine in chef-driven restaurants, explore outdoor spaces, upscale shopping, and top-tier entertainment for fans from around the world. See why Alpharetta is the perfect destination offering First Class Hospitality for World Class Fans!
Celebrate America All Summer Long
Honor this historic 250th Independence Day with family and friends all weekend long!
The fun starts July 2 at the Alpharetta Welcome Center with our Happy Birthday America celebration, featuring giveaways and a balloon artist for the kids.
On July 3, visit the award-winning Alpharetta Farmers Market, held everyday Saturday in downtown Alpharetta. That night, come back for a concert on the town green featuring Party on the Moon followed by an amazing drone show!
On July 4, head to Wills Park for the annual Fourth of July fireworks show. Pack a picnic, bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and settle in for this crowd-pleasing spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night at dusk.
Walk Through History
In honor of the Semiquincentennial (that’s 250 years!) birthday of the United States, take a walk through downtown Alpharetta and be reminded of the milestones this great nation has reached since its founding. A Patriotic Pathway: A Walk Through Historic Alpharetta America250 Experience invites visitors and residents to discover how Alpharetta’s history connects with America’s larger story, from early settlement and innovation to civic engagement and technological leadership. Whether it’s the Founding Fathers, the first telephone, or the first transatlantic flight, let Alpharetta guide you on a historical journey!
Rock Out at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Turn up the volume at Alpharetta’s spectacular 12,000-capacity outdoor venue, Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, where the live music you’ve been anticipating finally takes the stage. Surrounded by lush greenery and featuring state-of-the-art screens and audio, there isn’t a bad seat in the house. You won’t miss a single drum solo, guitar riff, or signature dance move!
Acts this season include Hilary Duff, Santana and the Doobie Brothers, Train, Styx and Chicago, Jack Johnson, 311, and many more!
Upcoming Summer Events
Alpharetta Brew Moon Fest
Downtown Alpharetta – Rain or Shine
Downtown Alpharetta comes alive for this annual beer fest, featuring delicious food and craft beverages available for purchase. Settle in with your own chairs or elevate the experience with a table. Enjoy an unforgettable live music performance from the Chuck Martin Band, bringing the signature sound that keeps the crowd buzzing all night.
June 6, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Avalon Nights Live
400 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta, GA 30009
Unwind after a long week with live music in the Plaza every Friday from 6–8 pm at Avalon Nights Live! Grab your friends and family and get ready to dance the night away. The event is free, with drinks available for purchase.
June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2026
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2026
August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026
‘On The Green’ Alpharetta Concert Series
Alpharetta Town Green – 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Enjoy local music right in the center of the city on the Town Green. Bring a chair or blanket then grab a drink or dinner from one of the 30+ restaurants within walking distance.
June 12, 2026 – Thin Ice
June 26, 2026 – Audiovault
July 10, 2026 – Ashley Brooks
July 24, 2026 – Tialauna Live
August 14, 2026 – The Retro Brothers
August 28, 2026 – Hot Flash
Moonlight Market
Alpharetta City Center – 2001 Commerce St.
Discover unique finds from local artists and makers in the open-air market. Enjoy live music, and soak up the energy of Alpharetta after dark. Presented alongside the ‘On The Green’ Concert Series.
June 12 & 26, 2026
July 10 & 24, 2026
August 14 & 28, 2026
Home By Dark Concert Series
Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy a night of stories, songs, and inspiration you’ll never forget. This free music series happens select Saturdays in 2026 throughout the warmer months.
Songwriters at Sundown, An Evening with Home By Dark
2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA (located behind City Hall)
Select Saturdays, 7:30–9:30 pm
Free admission
June 13, 2026 – Sarah Darling & Jesse Ruben
July 11, 2026 – Phil Barton & Emily Shackelton
August 8, 2026 – Sam Robbins & Reed Waddel
Union Hill Park Concert Series 2026 Season
1590 Little Pine Trail, Alpharetta, GA
8:00–10:00 pm
Ticket purchase required
June 6, 2026 – Tommy Simms & Cindy Morgan
July 18, 2026 – Beth Wood
August 1, 2026 – Tony Arata
K9 5K Fundraiser
Dave & Buster’s – 6500 North Point Pkwy., Alpharetta, GA 30022
Walk or run the North Point Parkway route to raise funds that promote a safer, more connected community! The K9 5K Fundraiser benefits the Alpharetta Public Safety (APS) Foundation programs.
June 6, 2026 – 7:00 am to 11:00 am
Helium Comedy Club
Helium Comedy Club is a contemporary entertainment venue that brings stadium-sized talent to an intimate theater on a weekly basis.
Comedian: Shawn Chidiac
June 15, 2026 – 7:30 pm
Comedian: Rhys Darby
June 18, 2026 – 7:15 pm
June 19, 2026 – 7:00 pm & 9:00 pm
June 20, 2026 – 6:00 pm & 8:30 pm
Arts Alpharetta Exhibit
Save The Date: October 9-10, 2026
Experience the magic of the Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival, Alpharetta’s most anticipated two-day music celebration! Headlined by acclaimed singer-songwriters Corey Smith and Sister Hazel, this beloved festival fills the streets with rocking sounds and unforgettable performances.
More than 30 local, regional, and national artists take the stage across multiple venues throughout Downtown Alpharetta, from lively outdoor stages to cozy restaurants and neighborhood shops. Free admission.
