Celebrate Good Times
Every season in Sandy Springs offers annual events you'll want to attend again and again.
Spring
SANDY SPRINGS LANTERN PARADE
Luminous lanterns light the night during this festive event. Begin the evening at a sunset block party, complete with a DJ and food trucks. Spectators line the streets as participants display their homemade creations. The parade ends at Morgan Falls Overlook Park with live music along the Chattahoochee River.
SANDY SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET
Beginning in April and running through November, vendors set up shop at City Springs every Saturday morning. Purchase fresh produce, artisan treats, and prepared specialty foods. Enjoy an impressive repertoire of live music as you peruse local goods and enjoy the open green space.
Summer
FOOD THAT ROCKS
Sip, savor, and celebrate the city's vibrant culinary scene at Food that Rocks. This one-of-a-kind food festival includes unlimited samples from local restaurants and bakeries, wine, beer, and cocktail tastings, live music, and cooking demonstrations.
Attendees enjoy all-inclusive food, decadent desserts, and entertainment on the City Green.
CITY GREEN LIVE
Grab a blanket and head to the free lawn seating with friends at this outdoor concert experience featuring nationally touring artists. Enjoy live music under the stars, order from a local food truck, and savor the sounds of summer. Reserved table seating is also available.
CONCERTS BY THE SPRING
Put on your dancing shoes for Concerts by the Springs at Heritage Amphitheatre. This fun series features various genres of music, from the sounds of funk to Motown classics and tribute bands. Lawn seating is free, and tables are available for reservations.
STARS & STRIPES
Independence Day goes off with a bang during Stars & Stripes at City Springs. Find a spot on the lawn, then grab some grub from one of several food trucks. Kick off the evening with energetic live music as you await a fantastic fireworks show after sundown.
Fall
BLUE STONE ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL
This festival attracts thousands of attendees with two days of entertaining experiences, art, live music, vendors, and a Kids Zone. Explore the City Springs district, shop unique artisan products made by local and regional craftspeople, and enjoy tunes from top national artists on multiple stages.
SANDY SPRINGS WINE FESTIVAL
Sip away the afternoon at this festival featuring more than 100 wines available to sample while listening to live music in the outdoor setting of Heritage Amphitheatre. Get an exclusive experience with the Reserve package, which includes early entry, tastings of uncommon, sommelier-curated wines, a swag bag, and light bites from local restaurants.
SPOOKY SPRINGS
Get the whole family in the Halloween spirit during Spooky Springs. Young trick-or-treaters are invited to don their favorite costume and visit numerous themed candy stations at Abernathy Greenway Park. Face painting, a fog machine, food trucks, and a DJ are sure to make this a not-so-scary time for everyone.
Winter
SPARKLY SANDY SPRINGS
Celebrate the holiday season with snowflakes, lights, and live music. Visit Sparkle Village, a display of miniature homes decked out in festive decor and twinkling lights. Take in a special nighttime parade with lanterns, homemade floats, performance groups, and more. This magical evening comes to an end with a menorah and tree lighting.
MLK JR. ART & FILM CELEBRATION
Learn about the civil rights icon's life, teachings, and activism at this family-friendly annual event at City Springs. Celebrate King's birthday and his legacy with interactive art projects, games, story time, and a movie screening. This free event includes complimentary parking in the City Springs deck.
SKATE CITY SPRINGS
Test your skills gliding on the ice at Skate City Springs, a 5,000-square-foot outdoor rink open daily at City Springs from November to January. From toddlers to seasoned skaters, all skill levels are welcome. Music, hot cocoa, and plenty of photo ops round out the fun.
THE NUTCRACKER, PRESENTED BY ROSWELL DANCE THEATRE
The beloved holiday story is brought to life by the performers of the Roswell Dance Theatre at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. Audiences are delighted with fantastic costumes, magical scenery, beloved music, and talented dancers. Make this an annual tradition to get in the holiday spirit.
NEW YEAR’S EVE
Ring in the new year with the internationally acclaimed Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as they take the stage at the eSandy Springs Performing Arts Center. Then dance, dine, and make memories at an exciting after-party just steps away at Studio Theatre beginning at 10 pm.
This article was originally published in the 2025 Sandy Springs Visitor Guide.
