APRIL
SAT APR 10-0CT 30 The 2026 Historic Downtown Acworth Farmer’s Market will take place on Friday mornings between April 10 and October 30, and Saturday mornings between May 16 and November 14 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The market is located in the Logan Farm Park Expansion, located at 4405 Cherokee Street in Acworth. There will be no farmers market on the following Saturdays: July 25, October 17, and October 24. The Acworth Farmer’s Market is proudly sponsored by the Acworth Downtown Development Authority. If you have questions about the market, please contact Jeff Chase at jchase@acworth-ga.gov.
FRI & SAT APRIL 17 & 18 COBB COUNTY ANNUAL PLANT SALE The 26th Annual Plant Sale and Expo will be hosted on Friday, April 17th, and Saturday, April 18th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Jim R. Miller Park Covered Arena (2245 Callaway Rd SW, Marietta, GA, 30008). The 26th Annual Plant Sale & Expo features a wide selection of plants in every price range. Perennials, herbs, ferns, native plants, ornamental trees, shrubs, and more will be for sale from knowledgeable vendors and from the home gardens of the Master Gardeners. There will be something for everyone, including unusual and unique plants, gardening supplies and accessories, yard art, bird and bee products, furniture, wood/glass crafts, and more from 79 specialty vendors and artisans from around the Southeast. Children are welcome and special activities are being planned at a children’s corner. Free admission and parking.
SAT APR 18 POP-IN FOR FAMILY FUN: MOUNTAIN TO MARIETTA. April Pop-In for Family Fun: Mountain to Marietta Discover the outdoors and how history and nature connect during Pop-In for Family Fun on Saturday, April 18th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Pop-Ins offer an exciting opportunity for children and their families to engage with the museum through themed activities and crafts. “Mountain to Marietta: How Nature and History Meet” connects families to regional geography like Kennesaw Mountain, and how nature and history connect! Presented by the Marietta History Center, 1 Depot St., Marietta, More information at https://www.mariettahistory.org/pop-in-for-family-fun
SAT, April 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. SMITH GILBERT GARDENS Spring Plant & Print Sale Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop shrubs, trees, perennials, vegetables, and botanical prints. Members shop 9–10 a.m. Admission is free. Plants available while supplies last. Card payments only. Free SGG-branded plant pots available with plant purchases, while supplies last. This event takes place at Smith Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA, A list of plants is available at: https://smithgilbertgardens.com/event/spring-plant-print-sale/
SAT & SUNDAY APRIL 18 & 19- BIG SHANTY FESTIVAL. Celebrate 50 years of the Big Shanty Festival in Downtown Kennesaw on April 18–19, 2026. This free, family friendly event features hundreds of arts and crafts vendors, a wide variety of food, live entertainment across multiple stages, a kids zone and crowd-favorite attractions like the ReadyGo Dog Show. Held throughout downtown and Depot Park, the festival draws tens of thousands each year for a full weekend of community celebration, local businesses and entertainment. Visit www.bigshantyfestival.com for more information including the band concerts that will take place on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
BAND CONCERT SCHEDULE ON THE DEPOT STAGE:
Saturday: 10:15 – 10:45 – North Metro Marching Eagles; 11:00 – 12:00 – Allatoona High School Band; 12:00 – 12:30 – Dog Show (Ground Act); 1:00 – 2:00 – Freedom Praise Band; 2:00 – 2:30 – Dog Show (Ground Act); 3:00 – 4:00 – Northstar Praise Band; 4;00 – 4:30 – Dog Show (Ground Act); 5:00 – 6:00 – Weekend Getaway Band
Sunday: 12:00 – 12:30 – Dog Show (Ground Act); 1:00 – 2:00 – North Cobb Jazz Band; 2:00 – 2:30 – Dog Show (Ground Act); 3:00 – 4:00 – Allatoona High School Band; 4;00 – 4:30 – Dog Show (Ground Act)
MON APR 19-APR 25 Marietta Daisies Self Guided Walking Tour During Garden Week in Georgia, The Marietta Daisies warmly invite our neighbors and friends to celebrate alongside us! In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America, the Marietta Daisies have created a patriotic display featuring vibrant red, white, and blue plantings throughout the Marietta community. Enjoy a Self-Guided Garden Tour designed
for your convenience, perfect for a leisurely stroll, a scenic drive-by, or exploring over several days at your own pace.
A simple tour map makes each stop easy to find and enjoyable to experience. Discover four beautiful garden spaces lovingly restored and maintained by the Marietta Daisies Garden Club. For more information: Visit Marietta Daisies Garden Club and scroll down to information.
THUR APR 23 11:30-1:00 BROOKWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL TEA – This year the Tea and Silent Auction will be held in the auditorium at Brookwood Christian on Thursday, April 23 from 11:30 -1:00. Whether you are looking for a fun afternoon out or a chance to network and market your own business, this is the event for you. And yes, men are welcome. Text “TEA” to 404-491-7724 to buy tickets and sponsorships. Email office@brookwoodchristian.com with any questions.
FRI APR 24 GLOVER PARK CONCERT. The Downtown Marietta Development Authority and the City of Marietta are proud to announce the 2026 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. The April Concert is Yacht Rock Schooner playing 70’s Smooth Rock. A limited number of stage-adjacent tables can be reserved for a fee on the first working day of each month beginning at 8:00 a.m. Attendees can bring a picnic or dine in one of the many fine restaurants located on the square. 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. All personal tables must be set up in the street after 6:00 p.m., not in the park.Free street parking, City Hall parking deck, 205 Lawrence St and the Care Here of Marietta parking lot, 268 Lawrence St. https://www.mariettaga.gov/1462/Downtown-Parking
SAT, APR 25 COBB EMC RECYCLE DAY Cobb EMC hosts a metal and paper recycling event that is free to members. Join us on April 25, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1000 EMC Parkway, Marietta, GA, 30060, to dispose of your accepted unwanted materials. You may bring your old phones, computer equipment, cameras, metal items, small appliances, and refrigerators for proper, eco-friendly disposal. We also offer on-site shredding for secure document destruction, as well as information on ways you can help make a positive impact on our environment. Cardboard boxes and medicine are not accepted at the event. A cash-only fee applies to TVs ($20) and computer monitors ($10). Attendees are responsible for bringing all items to be recycled to the event. We are not able to pick up items.
SAT APR 25 LIVE AT LOGAN FARM PARK 5:00 PM Live at Logan Farm Park returns this year Saturday, April 25, 2026 beginning at 5:00 pm. 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.
SUN APR 26 TASTE OF MARIETTA The Taste of Marietta will be held on Sunday, April 26th, 2026 – 11:00 AM until 7:00 PM on The Historic Marietta Square FREE Admission. More than 50,000 people are expected to attend the 2026 event. Come visit the array of diverse restaurants that will be offering “tastes” from $2.00 to $10.00. Prices will vary for drinks and some activities in the kids zone. Parking:The Cobb County Parking Deck, all county court lots and the Mill Street lot will be available for parking. Please note, parking is not allowed at church parking lots around the square. https://www.mariettaga.gov/1462/Downtown-Parking Taste of Marietta is Cobb County’s largest and longest running food festival, celebrating 31 years in 2026. Proceeds from the event benefit Visit Marietta, a non-profit organization in conjunction with the City of Marietta that promotes the culture and heritage of Marietta, Georgia. For more information visit: https://www.tasteofmarietta.com/.
MAY
FRI. MAY 1 FIRST FRIDAY CONCERTS From April through October, excluding July, Downtown Kennesaw comes alive on the first Friday of each month with live music, local brews and food from 7 to 9 p.m. Set against the backdrop of the Main Street Plaza, each concert offers a way to unwind, connect and kick off the weekend in the heart of the city. The May 1 Concert is Kränberries. Atlanta-based trio Kränberries delivers a high-energy mix of alternative rock, pop and classic rock covers. Known for its lively, dance-ready sets, the band performs hits spanning multiple decades, creating an engaging experience for a wide range of audienceVIP seating is available for purchase at kennesaw-downtown-merchants-association.square.site. Presented by the Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority and the Kennesaw Downtown Merchants Association
SAT MAY 2 DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL 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 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m VISIT https://acworthdragonboatfest.com/ for more information. Registration ends April 15.
SAT MAY 2 KENNESAW CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS Boy Band Review 7:00 PM on stage at the United Bankshares AMPHITHEATER Downtown Kennesaw.
Boy Band Review brings the ultimate throwback party, celebrating the biggest boy band hits of the ’90s and early 2000s. With a full live band, polished choreography, and nonstop crowd interaction, the group recreates the excitement of *NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, New Kids on the Block, and more, delivering a fun, sing-along experience that spans generations. Kennesaw Concert Series is presented by Wellstar Health System. For concert details or to purchase seating, visit www.amphitheateratdepotpark.com.
SAT MAY 2, MARIETTA POPS ORCHESTRA 7:00 pm invites you to attend as they kick off the celebration of the 250th anniversary of our great county with patriotic music and the reading of the Declaration of Independence. Tickets are $20. Purchase online www.mariettapops.org or at the door. The concert will be held at the First Baptist Church in Marietta. Located at 148 Church St NE Marietta Georgia United States 30060
MONDAY MAY 4 LARRY CEMINSKY PARK The City of Marietta is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, May 4 at 1:00 PM at 125 West Dixie Avenue for the renovations of Larry Ceminsky Park. For those of you who didn’t have the honor of knowing Larry, he was a beloved member of the Marietta Kiwanis for many years. He served on their Board of Directors but he is best known for his undying support of their flag project but it didn’t stop there. His involvement in our Field of Flags project will go down in our history books. Not only was he physically involved in making sure this was a community-wide project but after the event was over, Larry stored the remaining flags at his lawn mower shop for those still wanting to purchase a flag would have a point of contact and purchase location. Larry collected the funds for the sales and turned it over to the club. After Larry’s passing, his step-son has stepped in and is still storing flags for us and helping with our flag project.
Please join us for this special recognition day of Larry Ceminsky.
WED MAY 6 KENNESAW SENIOR LUNCHEON – The 2026 Spring Senior Luncheon Series at the Kennesaw Recreation Center runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets are $6 per luncheon. The last luncheon of the series is the first Wednesday in May – May 6. The event includes a social hour, lunch with a presentation, and bingo. Registration is available at 770-422-9714 or https://secure.rec1.com/GA/kennesaw-ga/catalog, click on senior category on far right of screen.
THURSDAY MAY 7 KENNESAW’ FARMER’S MARKET – the Kennesaw Farmers Market, open this spring in the heart of Downtown Kennesaw. The market will showcase fresh food, handcrafted goods, and the local farmers and makers behind them. The market will run Thursdays from 3:00 – 7:00 PM, May 7 through August 27, 2026, at Depot Park. The market will be located in the parking lot on the Sardis Street side of the park, with additional booths extending into the adjacent trail area. Limited on-site parking will remain available near the Community House.
SAT MAY 9 The Cemetery Preservation Commission will host Decoration Day from 9:00 am until noon at the Kennesaw City Cemetery. Volunteers will help preserve this historic site by cleaning headstones, gravesites, and surrounding grounds. Cleaning supplies will be provided, though volunteers are encouraged to bring work gloves. A guided history tour will follow at 11 a.m., highlighting notable individuals buried at the cemetery.
SAT MAY 9 KENNESAW’S Document Shredding Event The City of Kennesaw will host a document shredding event Saturday, May 9, at Swift-Cantrell Park, 3140 Old 41 Highway, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Only personal and private documents will be accepted; glass, metal, and electronics are not allowed. Each household or business is limited to 10 boxes. The event is free and open to all.
SAT MAY 9 COBB COUNTY MASTER GARDEN TOUR The 23rd Annual Garden Tour will be hosted on Saturday, May 9th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Marietta and will feature three private home gardens of Cobb County Master Gardener volunteers and one Master Gardener Demonstration Garden Project.
The 23rd Annual Garden Tour is designed to inspire and help homeowners learn from the gardens designed and maintained by Cobb Master Gardeners who love to garden and follow research-based horticulture practices. Enjoy a day of self-guided discovery at four gardens, located in East Cobb, in any order on May 9th, 2026, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, and learn from the homeowners and Master Gardener volunteers who will be on site to answer questions. Tickets ($15 per person) will be available to purchase online starting April 17th. Children 17 and under are free. This is a rain-or-shine event. More info: https://www.cobbmastergardeners.com/calendar/garden-tour/
MAY 8 & 9 SMOKE ON THE LAKE BBQ FESTIVAL The North Cobb Rotary Club, City of Acworth, and the Georgia Barbecue Association partner each year to host the Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival. The event will take place on Friday, May 8, 5-10 pm, and Saturday, May 9, 11-4 pm at Logan Farm Park. All proceeds are distributed to over 35 local charities. Come out and help make a difference in your community! Gates open at 5:00 p.m. and festivities will last until 10:00 p.m. 293 BAND will perform classic and contemporary dance, pop, and rock hits on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM. To better enjoy the concert, we recommend reserving a table for your group. Dinner tables are arranged with the narrow end facing the bandstand on the grassy lawn. There are six chairs at each table. Tablecloths are included. RESERVE YOUR TABLE AT www.smokeonthelake.org.
ONGOING
SAT APR 10-0CT 30 The 2026 Historic Downtown Acworth Farmer’s Market will take place on Friday mornings between April 10 and October 30, and Saturday mornings between May 16 and November 14 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The market is located in the Logan Farm Park Expansion, located at 4405 Cherokee Street in Acworth. There will be no farmers market on the following Saturdays: July 25, October 17, and October 24. The Acworth Farmer’s Market is proudly sponsored by the Acworth Downtown Development Authority. If you have questions about the market, please contact Jeff Chase at jchase@acworth-ga.gov.
THURSDAY MAY 7 KENNESAW’ FARMER’S MARKET – the Kennesaw Farmers Market, open this spring in the heart of Downtown Kennesaw. The market will showcase fresh food, handcrafted goods, and the local farmers and makers behind them.The market will run Thursdays from 3:00 – 7:00 PM, May 7 through August 27, 2026, at Depot Park. The market will be located in the parking lot on the Sardis Street side of the park, with additional booths extending into the adjacent trail area. Limited on-site parking will remain available near the Community House.
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
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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