Lots of festivities and celebrations going on in our community. SPRING is in the air and definitely here!
APRIL
TUES APRIL 15 COUNTY WIDE JOB FAIR The City of Kennesaw, in partnership with Cobb County, is hosting a County-Wide Job Fair! This is a great opportunity to bring talent and workforce to your organization, collect resumes for future use, expose your business to hundreds of possible patrons and network with other businesses! All businesses and industries are welcome! The job fair will be held at the Cobb Civic Center on April 15, 2025 between the hours of 11:00am – 2:00pm. All vendors will be required to arrive at least an hour early for setup, and MUST STAY for the duration of the event. Tables and chairs will not be provided. All businesses will be required to pay a $50 booth fee to participate in the fair. Register at this link: https://secure.rec1.com/GA/kennesaw-ga/catalog? Click on Special Events, scroll to Job Fair. We look forward to seeing you there!
THURS APR 17 TACO NIGHT WITH THE KENNESAW POLICE DEPT. Join our police department for tacos and an open conversation on how OUR KPD secures our City. This event is on Thursday April 17 from 6-8 pm at the Ben Robertson Community Center, Kennesaw. Free Tacos and refreshments plus community Conversation.
FRI & SAT APR 18 & 19 MASTER GARDENER PLANT SALE – Celebrate Earth Day and Easter this year with your local Master Gardeners at the 25th Annual Cobb Master Gardener Plant Sale and Expo: April 18th and 19th, 10:00 am to 4:00 at Jim Miller Park’s covered arena. Learn, explore, and shop from over 90 vendors! Plants, (including plants grown by our own master gardeners), gardening supplies, bird and bee products, yard art, crafts, pottery, and more will be available. The ever popular “Ask A Master Gardener” table will be staffed each day by experts to answer your gardening questions. This event is free to the public. Learn more at cobbmastergardeners.com.
ATTENTION EGG HUNT LOVERS!
SAT APR 19 NORTHEAST COBB COMMUNITY EGG DROP. hosted by Piedmont Church and Cobb County School District.. Plan to join us for the 14th Annual Northeast Cobb Community Egg Drop at Sprayberry High School. There will be fun, food, games, DJ, activities, and of course egg hunts for everyone. Kids will marvel as a helicopter drops thousands of eggs onto the Sprayberry High School football field to kick-off the hunt. There will be more than 90,000 eggs and candy for the various hunts, which includes hunts for Special Needs, Toddlers, and the rest of the excited Children. Free photos with the Easter Bunny are scheduled from 11:00 am til 3:00 pm. Kids Zone has unlimited rides for $10 per child. And you don’t want to miss Peter Hart with his puppet shows through out the day. The funds raised from the Egg Drop go to support multiple organizations in our community. Last year more than $24,000.00 went right back into the community from the event. The fun begins at 10:00 and lasts till 4:00. Admission and parking are FREE. A big thanks to all of our sponsors including C&S Paving, Carl Black, Lookout Pest Control, Parker Chase Preschool, Three-13 Salon & Spa, S.A. White Oil Company and Window World of Atlanta. Sprayberry High School is located at 1710 Piedmont Rd., N.E. Marietta, 30066.
SAT APR 19 MARIETTA’S BUNNY BREAKFAST – The City of Marietta’s Parks & Recreation Department invites families to register for the annual Bunny Brunch, a fun-filled Easter event at Custer Park Sports & Fitness Center on Saturday, April 19, 2025. The fun begins at 10:00 am at Custer Park Sports & Fitness Center, 545 Kenneth E. Marcus Way, Marietta, GA 30060. Fees: Ages 3 and under: $4; Ages 4-12: $8; Ages 13 and up: $10 Note: These prices listed are for Cobb County residents. Non-Cobb County residents will incur an additional $2 per person.For more information, call Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center, 770-794-5630 or visit mariettaparks.com. Online registration is available.
SAT APR 19 ART HATCH AT KENNESAW DEPOT PARK The Art Hatch event, a highly anticipated celebration of art and nature, will be held at Depot Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 19. The event will feature a variety of interactive activities, performances and art installations suitable for all ages. This is part of the community-wide Art Blooms initiative, where colorful art eggs are installed throughout Downtown Kennesaw, Swift-Cantrell Park, and along the Noonday Creek Trail starting April 1. The colorful egg exhibit is designed to showcase student creativity while encouraging the community’s engagement with the theme of “Seeds of Change.”
SAT APR 19 POP IN MUSEUM HISTORY CENTER – Farm to Table Fun The Marietta History Center invites families to join them for their monthly Pop-In event on Saturday, April 19th from 10 am to 4 pm. Held on the 3rd Saturday of every month, Pop-Ins offer an exciting opportunity for children and their families to engage with the museum through themed activities and crafts. This month, the focus is Farm to Table Fun! Thank you to the generous sponsorship of Cauthorn, Owen, and Sanders, Pop-In for Family Fun programming & museum admission are completely FREE for all to enjoy. For more information visit https://www.mariettahistory.org and click on Events.
WED APR 23 Cobb County Senior Services Annual Expo! Join us for a day filled with resources, connections, and valuable information at the Cobb County Senior Services Annual Expo! Mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 23, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Cobb Civic Center (548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060). This free event is open to the public, and parking is FREE! Discover a variety of vendors offering services in life enrichment, transportation, nutrition, senior living, Medicare, wellness, safety, and much more. Plus, Northside Hospital will be providing free health screenings, and we’ll have informative seminars on important topics throughout the day. For more information visit https://www.cobbcounty.org/ senior-services.
WED APR 23 ACWORTH SPRING TOWN HALL MEETING will be held at the Acworth Community Center starting at 6:30 pm. Come can hear about ongoing and upcoming projects your City Team is working on. This is a great opportunity to meet our team leaders, ask questions, and learn more about how your City Team is serving our community every day.
THUR APR 24 BROOKWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL TEA AND AUCTION: Join us for a delightful afternoon at the Cowan Historical Mill (4271 Southside Dr, Acworth, GA 30101) on April 24th from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Enjoy a delicious catered lunch from Henry’s Louisiana Grill, sip on refreshments, and bid on incredible auction items ranging from gift baskets to luxury vacations. Tickets are $40 per person, which includes a catered lunch and access to the silent auction. For tickets, text TEA to 404-491-7724.
FRI APR 25 TOMMY NOBIS – will host its 27th Annual Galaxy of Stars Luncheon on Friday, April 25, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at Cobb Energy Centre. As TNC’s premier fundraising event and awards ceremony, Galaxy of Stars celebrates the incredible accomplishments of individuals with disabilities and recognizes the community leaders who champion their success. In addition to the luncheon, an online auction will open on April 4 at 10:00 a.m., offering supporters another way to contribute to TNC’s mission. For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to participate in the auction, please visit https://tommynobiscenter.org/galaxy.
FRI APR 25 GLOVER PARK CONCERT – A TRIBUTE TO THE RAT PACK -8:00 PM Glover Park Concert Series, presented by Wellstar Health System. These free concerts take place monthly in Glover Park on the Marietta Square from April through September. Blankets and lawn chairs may be set up in the park anytime on Friday. No plastic ground covering, ropes, tape, stakes, etc. used to section off areas are permitted inside the park as they will be removed and all personal tables must be set up in the street after 6:00 p.m., not in the park. More information online at www.facebook.com/GloverParkConcertSeries.
SAT APR 26 LIVE AT LOGAN FARM PARK 5:00 pm til 10:00 PM Live at Logan Farm Park returns this year Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Acworth Arts Alliance will be partnering with the City of Acworth to bring you Live at Logan Farm Park featuring a free concert. Live at Logan Farm Park is the annual Acworth Arts Alliance and the Acworth Art House fundraiser. Event proceeds from sponsor tables support the Acworth Arts Alliance, specifically to fund a scholarship for students pursuing a degree in art as well as to fund arts initiatives in underfunded programs and among the underserved in our community. The concert is free and open to the public! For more information on this event or to purchase a table, please visit www.acworthartsalliance.org.
SAT APR 26 FIT CITY 5K The 2025 Kennesaw Grand Prix 5K series is set to return, offering four races on a fast USATF-certified course through downtown Kennesaw and Swift-Cantrell Park. Recognized as North Georgia’s premier race series, the event provides an opportunity for competitive runners seeking a Peachtree Road Race qualifying time while also catering to beginners, walkers and families with a festival-like atmosphere. The first race will be held on Sat April 26. The race-day schedule includes a one-mile fun run at 7:30 a.m., the 5K at 8 a.m. and a Tot Trot at 8:55 a.m., followed by an awards ceremony at 9:15 a.m. The entry fee is $35 per race and includes a race T-shirt. Early bird pricing is available at $30 per race or $105 for the full series. To REGISTER and for more information visit kennesawgrandprix.com.
SAT APR 26 OUT DOOR MOVIE NIGHT kicking off the season with a special screening of DreamWorks Animation Studios: Wicked Sing-Along on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Swift-Cantrell Park. The movie will be shown on a large inflatable screen at 8:15 p.m. and is rated PG, making it a perfect family-friendly event. While the movie begins promptly at 8:15 p.m., guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the pre-movie festivities. VIP tent rentals are available for $50. To reserve a VIP tent, visit secure.rec1.com/GA/kennesaw-ga/catalog, click on Special Events, scroll down to Outdoor Movie.
SUN APR 27 TASTE OF MARIETTA – The Taste of Marietta will be held on Sunday, April 27th, 2025 – 11:00 AM until 7:00 PM on The Historic Marietta Square. More than fifty area restaurants will be showcasing their best dishes. We will have musical entertainment all day on stages throughout the festival, fun and games in the kids’ zone. In addition to a food judging competition, local chef spotlights on stage, and unique shopping opportunities. New this year will be the Publix VIP Lounge at Boxwood Social and the Georgia Grown Member Village.
MAY
FRI MAY 2 FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT. May 2 – Rich Brock (Comedian) Known for his clean, high-energy comedy, Rich Brock—also known as “Big Rich”—brings humor rooted in storytelling and life experience. A former pastor from small-town Georgia, Brock shares witty takes on marriage, parenting, career changes and dating in his 50s, all delivered with warmth and laughter. VIP seating is available for purchase at kennesaw-downtown-merchants-association.square.site. Sponsored by The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority and the Kennesaw Downtown Merchants Association
SAT MAY 3 – DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Dragon Boat Atlanta and The City of Acworth are excited to bring back the Acworth Dragon Boat Festival! This event will be held at Dallas Landing Park on Saturday, May 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Many communities hold dragon boat races as different means to benefit charitable organizations within the community. These festivals are fun filled with days for all ages featuring corporate and community teams racing in 46-foot long ornamental dragon boats. Race day combines various cultural activities with food and fun for spectators and participants. People love the thrill, the teamwork, the adrenaline, and positive interaction in the boat. People who never thought of themselves as athletes can thrive in a dragon boat and discover a challenging alternative to other sports, which is why this is currently the fastest growing water sport!
SAT MAY 3 KENNESAW CONCERT BON JOVI tribute Shot Thru the Heart: The Bon Jovi Experience This premier tribute band delivers the ultimate Bon Jovi concert experience, playing the greatest hits with the energy and authenticity of the original band. Attendees are encouraged to bring collapsible lawn chairs, beach chairs, bag chairs, or camping chairs to enjoy the shows. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from a variety of vendors. For more information on the 2025 Kennesaw Concert Series or to purchase seating, visit www.amphitheateratdepotpark.com.
SAT & SUN MAY 3 & 4 MARIETTA DAZE – a two-day arts, crafts, and music festival, presented by Superior Plumbing, takes place Saturday, May 3rd and Sunday, May 4th at the Historic Marietta Square. This annual festival brings together local artisans, musicians, and festival-goers for a weekend full of creativity, entertainment, and family fun. May-Retta Daze Festival will feature an impressive lineup of handmade goods, including paintings, pottery, woodworking, metalwork, glass, fabric, soap, candles, and much more. Whether you are an art lover or looking for something unique, you’ll find something special from local exhibitors and artists. In addition to the arts and crafts, the Music Festival will highlight the best in local acoustic performances throughout both days on the Glover Park stage, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy live music. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of festival foods and explore the Kid’s Zone, making this event fun for the whole family.
WED-SAT MAY 7-10 NCHS PLANT SALE. (NCHS students – Greenhouse Gang – are members of the Garden Club of Georgia and are hosting their annual PLANT Sale. Wed, Thursday. And Friday times are 3:30-5:30 pm. Sat . May 10. 9-1:00 pm. All takes place in front of NCHS between the front office and the auditorium. Cash, Checks, Credit Cards, accepted.
ONGOING
MON KENNESAW FARMER’S MARKET OPENS Monday, May 5, at the city-owned parking lot at the corner of Main Street and Moon Station Road. The market will be open from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. every Monday through August 25, with the exception of May 27 (Memorial Day) when the market will be closed.Shoppers can look forward to a variety of fresh produce, local vegetables, fruits, baked goods and specialty items provided by area farmers and makers. This event offers a unique opportunity to support local vendors while enjoying a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.In case of inclement weather, the market will proceed rain or shine unless safety concerns require cancellation. Updates will be posted on the Kennesaw Farmers Market Facebook page.
THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH ACWORTH’S Senior Luncheon Join us every third Wednesday of the month for lunch and bingo at the City of Acworth’s Senior Luncheon This program is FREE to all City of Acworth seniors and $10.00 to all outside the city limits. You must RSVP to attend. Reservations will be accepted the week prior to the event. The event is the 3rd Wednesday of the Month at the Acworth Community Center (4361 Cherokee Street Acworth, Ga 30101) RSVP: (770) 917-1234
FRI Acworth Farmers Market will take place on Friday mornings between April 5 and October 25 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The market is located in the Logan Farm Park Expansion, located at 4405 Cherokee Street in Acworth. Market customers will have a wide variety of garden ripe Georgia grown vegetables, eggs, cheese, bedding plants, fresh-baked bread, pies, cakes, honey, and jams to choose from each week. This year’s market will be bigger and better than previous years and shoppers won’t believe the selection of homegrown goodies! The Acworth Farmer’s Market is proudly sponsored by the Acworth Downtown Development Authority.
SAT The Marietta Square Artisan Market is an open-air showcase of locally-created fine art and premium hand-crafted goods. It is held every Saturday from 9 am until 2 pm from March to December. Enjoy the paintings, drawings, and photography of fine artists settled alongside skilled craftspeople who feature an eclectic roster of distinctive goods including fire pits, cutting boards, terraria, pens, and fine jewelry. Located in the parking lot beside the Marietta Square Market, this art ecosystem connects local fine artists and artisans with the community adding culture and charm to the Historic Marietta Square experience.
SAT MARIETTA FARMER’S MARKET. Year round on Saturdays from 9am-12pm. Takes up residence on 41 MILL STREET between Powder Springs and the Square.. Market customers have a variety of produce to choose from including heirloom tomatoes, fruits and vegetables that are rarely, available from the grocery store. Plus staples such as potatoes, onions, tomatoes, squash, beans, amazing cut flower arrangements, local honey, herbal soaps, whole grain breads, fudge pies, jelly, jam and preserves. Contact Market Director Johnny Fulmer at 770-499-9393 or Jfulmer@churchstreetmarket.com or visit mariettasquarefarmersmarket.com.
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