There is so much going on in Atlanta this weekend, where do we start?
Best bet for Book Lovers:AJC Decatur Book Festival
Saturday, Sep 4 10:00a to 6:00p
at Old Courthouse Square, Decatur, GA
The annual Atlanta Journal-Constitution Decatur Book Festival welcomes you to join in the literary festivities during Labor Day weekend, 2010. Festivities include poetry, author signings and lectures, children’s events, live music, cooking demmonstrations, a barbecue and more.Locations all within walking distance of the Old Courthouse Square.Price: Free
Phone: (404) 625-5448
Age Suitability: All Ages http://www.decaturbookfestival.com/2010/index.php
Best bet for a Music Festival:Celebrate Freedom
Saturday, Sep 4 10am- ending with Fireworks
at Jim R. Miller Park, Marietta, GA
This annual Christian music festival is sponsered by 104.7 FM The Fish Atlanta and Winshape Foundation. The lineup of music artists includes: Jonny Diaz, Echoeing Angels, Point of Grace, Switchfoot, and others. Fireworks will follow the music! Weather calls for a chill in the air, so don’t forget a light jacket. For more details: click here
Best bet for people watching: Dragon*Con
at Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta, GA
The annual multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction and fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, television and film. Among those scheduled to appear are the three principal actors from ’60s sitcom “I Dream of Jeannie” (Barbara Eden, Larry Hagman and Bill Daily), cast members from HBO’s “True Blood” and a sprinkling of actors from various “Star Trek” series. read more
Best Bet for Out of the City:Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival at Callaway Gardens
at Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain, GA
End the Summer on a high note! Marvel at the beautiful Balloon Glow on Friday evening. Float up in the air in a balloon safely tethered to the ground as you watch the sky fill with color at Callaway’s annual hot air balloon festival. Between the morning and afternoon balloon launches, the days are filled with entertainment, family activities, exhibits, demonstrations and more.Price: $25/adult; $12.50/child 6-12; children five and under are free (Half-price admission applies 9/4-5 before 9:00 a.m.)
Age Suitability: All Ages http://www.callawaygardens.com/