AFOMFTs Memorial Day Weekend 09 Guide

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FRIDAY



What the dil? 21st Annual Decatur Arts Festival Art Walk

Where do I go? All around Decatur


When do I show up? May 22, 5 -10 PM (Artists Market on May 23 & 24)


Whats it gonna cost me? Nada


Why should I bother? Local shops, retailers and restaurants host Decatur's largest, single-night art experience with city-wide art show openings and receptions that are free and open to the public.



SATURDAY





What the dil? 32nd Annual Atlanta 2009 Jazz Festival



Where do I go? Historic Grant Park



When do I show up? May 23 & 24, 2 -10 PM



Whats it gonna cost me? Nada



Why should I bother? The annual musical showcase celebrates jazz legends and the up-and-coming on a finale note capping off 31 days of Jazz around the city. And hello. Jazz music for free?





What the dil? Atlanta Classic's Bar Crawl



Where do I go? Virginia Highland's Classic Bars. Various locations on North Highland Avenue



When do I show up? May 23, 1 -6 PM



Whats it gonna cost me? $10 advance, $20 at the door



Why should I bother? Celebrate Memorial Day with Virginia Highland's oldest and wisest bars and drink history. Benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.





SUNDAY



What the dil? 2nd Annual Rockin Blues, Brews & Barbecue Fest



Where do I go? Park Tavern @ Piedmont Park



When do I show up? May 24, 2 -10 PM



Whats it gonna cost me? $10 in advance, $15 at the door:

  • $4 Sweetwater Beers
  • $8 Barbecue Plates w/ Cole Slaw, Chips & Baked Beans
  • $8 Barbecue Ribs (Half Rack) w/ Cole Slaw, Chips, Baked Beans & Bread
  • $8 Fried Oysters w/ Cole Slaw, Chips & Baked Beans

Why should I bother? Live Jazz music from legend Francine Reed + BBQ & Brews...what else could you need?



What the dil? Memorial Day Weekend Salute to the Troops



Where do I go? Stone Mountain Park

When do I show up? May 23-25, 5 PM



Whats it gonna cost me? Free w/ $10 parking



Why should I bother? Bring your blankets and get ready for the Lasershow Spectacular with a special Memorial Day tribute finale including a fireworks show.







MONDAY



What the dil? Zac Brown Band Memorial Day Picnic



Where do I go? Chastain Park Amphitheatre



When do I show up? May 25, 5 PM



Whats it gonna cost me? $28 before add'l fees



Why should I bother? Hometown heroes ZBB have made waves on the national country circuit and I can't think of a better place to be on my Memorial Day. Its also a table show, so bring your picnic baskets!

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