Happy May! It’s going to be a jam-packed month with all the exciting events happening around Cobb County! From festivities to taste of cities, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Get ready for a fun-filled month. Have a great month!
May 9, 2024.
Brown Bag Concert Series (Marietta).
Every Thursday in May and September, enjoy lunch from one of the numerous excellent restaurants around the square and join your friends and colleagues at Glover Park for the Brown Bag Concert Series.
This outdoor event takes place in Marietta Square from noon to 1 p.m., offering free music performances. The concerts are held in the Historic Marietta Square and provide a great opportunity to relax and unwind during your lunch break.
The Brown Bag Concert Series is organized by the Marietta Welcome Center and Visitors Bureau in collaboration with the Cobb County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
May 4, 2024.
Acworth Dragon Boat Race & Festival (Acworth).
The Acworth-Cobb Dragon Boat Festival is a yearly event held at Dallas Landing Park, featuring competitive races among teams of paddlers in 46-foot-long boats adorned with dragon motifs. Dragon boating is a rising sport that may soon become part of the Olympics.
In addition to the races, the festival offers live performances, food vendors, and a variety of family-friendly attractions. The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival is a lively occasion to enjoy the outdoors, get active, and support the local community. It’s a favorite event for both participants and onlookers, offering a unique glimpse into the culture of Acworth and its neighboring areas.
May 4 & 5, 2024.
May-retta Daze (Marietta).
www.mariettaga.gov/1262/May-Retta-Daze
May-retta Daze (Marietta Days) is a festival that showcases artists and their handcrafted works, created without the use of machines, manufacturing, or mass production.
The event features a diverse group of exhibitors and artists presenting handmade items such as paintings, pottery, woodwork, metalwork, glass art, fabric crafts, soaps, candles, and more. All creations are crafted and displayed by the artists themselves, attracting both local Georgia talent and artists from across the Southeast.
May 8, 2024.
Powder Springs Marketplace (Powder Springs).
www.cityofpowdersprings.org/800/Powder-Springs-Marketplace
Shop vendors, grab dinner, and stock up at the Farmers Market.
May 8, 2024.
Stand Up Comedy Open Mic (Marietta).
www.alleystage.org/shows/260834
Laugh till your sides hurt at The Alley Stage’s uproarious weekly Comedy Open Mic Night! Join them on Wednesday evenings for a hilarious dose of stand-up comedy.
May 9, 2024.
Taste of Truist Park & The Battery Atlanta (Smyrna/Atlanta).
May 10, 2024.
Acworth Farmers Market (Acworth).
www.acworthtourism.org/events/acworth-farmers-market
Farm fresh fun! Make sure to grab a Beignet. They are the best.
May 10, 2024.
The Ray Howard Band: The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience (Marietta).
May 10, 2024.
Dear Mom: A Mother's Day Cabaret (Marietta).
May 10-11, 2024.
VI Fridays (Marietta).
Party all night with Krushmore Entertainment at the VI (Virgin Island) Caribbean party.
May 10-11, 2024.
Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival (Acworth).
May 10-11, 2024.
Comedy on the Square (Marietta).
May 11, 2024.
Kennesaw Gran Prix - Fit City 5k (Kennesaw).
www.kennesaw-ga.gov/kennesawgrandprix
The Kennesaw Grand Prix Series consists of a set of 5K races held in the city of Kennesaw. These events take place on a predominantly flat, quick asphalt course that is professionally timed and certified by USATF, winding through the scenic Downtown Kennesaw and Swift-Cantrell Park. This course is ideal for competitive runners aiming to qualify for the Peachtree Road Race.
However, the festive atmosphere and abundance of food and drink options also make these races appealing to beginner runners and walkers, as well as families looking for a fun outing.
May 11, 2024.
M2R TrailFest (Marietta).
The M2R (Mountain to River) TrailFest is a public arts celebration that showcases a variety of art installations and live performances along the scenic Mountain to River Trail. This trail stretches from Lewis Park near WellStar Kennestone Hospital to the pedestrian bridge adjacent to Brown Park.
During the festival, Atherton Square will be adorned with new sculptures, enhancing the area’s ongoing mural program. Attendees can also enjoy free art drops and scavenger hunts, bringing an extra layer of fun and discovery to the event.
May 12, 2024.
Farmers Markets at The Battery Atlanta (Smyrna/Atlanta).
