March 2012
Family Reunion Workshop
Date: March 10
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Conference Center Annex
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 678-715-6069 or www.visitdouglasville.com
Learn tips and ideas from a specialized planner on how to organize your family reunion, and receive helpful information on complimentary services offered to you and your out-of-town guests by the Douglasville CVB.
Historic Downtown Douglasville St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Date: March 16 – March 17
Time: March 16, 5 – 11 p.m. at the Pub and plaza with festivities continuing until 2 a.m. inside the Pub. March 17, 2 – 11 p.m. at the Pub and plaza with festivities continuing until 2 a.m. inside the Pub.
Location: Irish Bread Pub and O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 678-324-1649 or www.theirishbredpub.com
Come join in the “Best Irish Festival west of Atlanta” at the annual Historic Downtown Douglasville St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! The two-day event will take place at the Irish Bread Pub and on O'Neal Plaza in downtown Douglasville featuring live Celtic, rock and rockabilly music, as well as Irish dancers, bagpipes, giveaways and more! This can’t miss event is fun for the entire family.
Main Street Farmers’ Market
Date: Thursdays, March 22 – May 10
Time: 3 – 7 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 678-715-6092
At Douglasville’s weekly Farmers’ Market, you’ll find everything from fresh produce, baked goods and other locally-grown products.
April 2012
DC Chamber Douglas County Business-to-Community EXPO Date: April 14
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Arbor Place Mall
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 770-942-5022
Opportunity for chamber member businesses and organizations to showcase their goods and services to Douglas County and regional residents.
Bridal Showcase and Reception
Date: April 27
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Downtown Conference Center
Fee: Free and open to registered brides.
Contact: 678-715-6069
Presented by the City of Douglasville Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB). The event will showcase premier bridal vendors and specialty services offered by the Douglasville CVB. Attending brides will be registered to win exclusive prizes and giveaways.
May 2012
Main Street Spring Market
Date: May 5
Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public to attend. Vendor booths $50 each. Contact: 678-715-609
Presented by the City of Douglasville Downtown Development Authority. The market will include local vendors selling art, crafts and antiques.
Douglasville's Got Talent Competition
Date: May 5
Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public to attend. Registration fee for an individual or two-person act is $25. Fee for groups of three or more is $40.
Contact: 678-715-2039
Showcase your talent or come see fascinating acts at the Douglasville’s Got Talent competition. Talents of all types and ages are invited to participate. Registration deadline is April 20.
Spring Tour of Homes
Date: May 5
Time: 1 – 6 p.m.
Location: Various homes within the city limits.
Fee: Tickets $15
Contact: 678-715-6092
Visit, explore, and be inspired. Tour some of the finest and most unique houses in Douglasville as city residents open up their homes for tours and interior décor showcasing. Presented by the City of Douglasville Downtown Development Authority.
Spring Concerts on the Plaza
Date: May 5, 12 and 26
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 770-949-2787 or www.artsdouglas.org
Free concerts on O’Neal Plaza presented by the Cultural Arts Center.
Taste of Douglasville Kickoff and Preview Party
Date: May 18
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Tickets $15 ($12 for CAC members)
Contact: 770-949-2787 or www.artsdouglas.org
Presented by the Cultural Arts Center (CAC) featuring a wine tasting and appetizers.
Taste of Douglasville
Date: May 19
Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: $1 per ticket, one ticket per taste.
Contact: 770-949-2787 or www.artsdouglas.org
Presented by the Cultural Arts Center (CAC) featuring food, fun, an arts exhibit, crafts and entertainment.
June 2012
Penny McHenry Hydrangea Festival
Date: June 2 – 3
Time: Various event times
Location: Douglas County Courthouse
Fee: Festival Market Free; Garden Tours $25; Moonlight & Magnolias $50; Full Tea $25, Lite Tea $15
Contact: 770-949-4090 or www.pennymchenryhydrangeafestival.com
The Penny McHenry Hydrangea Festival is a two-day event named in honor of Penny McHenry, American Hydrangea Society founder. In celebration of the festival, Douglas County homes and businesses decorate their property with hydrangeas and ribbons. Kicking of the weekend is the Festival Market, Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. A flower show runs Saturday 12:30 - 5 p.m. and continues Sunday 1 - 5 p.m. With the festival market, garden tours, national award-winning flower show, exquisite tea, food, and entertainment, the Hydrangea Festival is an event not to be missed.
Wednesday Wind Down
Date: Wednesdays, June 6 – August 8;
End of Summer Concert August 11
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 770-947-5920
Bring your lawn chair and relax to smooth jazz and blues music performed live Wednesdays in June, July and August. The series will conclude with an “End of Summer Concert.”
Friday Night Flicks: Kung Fu Panda 2
Date: June 8
Time: 8 p.m. (Movie begins at dark)
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 770-947-5920
Presented by the City of Douglasville Convention & Visitors Bureau. Enjoy a free, family-friendly movie on the plaza with pre-show entertainment and concessions from downtown Douglasville restaurants. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs for seating. No alcoholic beverages allowed.
Juneteenth Opening Reception
Date: June 15
Time: 6:15 - 7 p.m.
Location: Downtown Conference Center
Fee: Tickets $10 on sale at the Douglasville Welcome Center
Contact: 770-947-5920 or www.behejuneteenth.com
Presented by the Black Education Historical Exhibit (BEHE) to thank supporters and to kickoff Juneteenth festivities. John Stewart, Tuskegee Atlanta Chapter member and former Public Relations Officer, will be the guest of honor and keynote speaker. The reception will also feature other members of Atlanta Chapter, Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.
Juneteenth Festival
Date: June 16
Time: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: O’Neal Plaza
Fee: Free and open to the public.
Contact: 770-947-5920 or www.behejuneteenth.com
Presented by the Black Education Historical Exhibit (BEHE) and supported by both city and county governments, Juneteenth is a celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the U.S. Festivities include vendor booths, face painting, storytelling, book signings, speakers, musical performances, health screenings and senior bingo.
July 2012
Summer Sampler Wine & Food Tasting
Date: July 27
Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
Location: Cultural Arts Center (CAC)
Fee: Tickets $20
Contact: 770-947-5920 or www.downtowndouglasville.org
The Summer Sampler is presented by the Douglasville Downtown Development Authority. Tickets entitle each guest to a Summer Sampler souvenir glass, light hors d’oeuvres, live music and sample wine tasting in an entertaining atmosphere surrounded by an art gallery.
July 4th Parade and Fireworks
Date: July 4
Time: 10 a.m. Parade; Fireworks start at dark
Location: Downtown Douglasville
Fee: Free and open to the public. $25 parade float registration.
Contact: 678-715-2039
Patriotic parade along Church Street in downtown Douglasville. Fireworks displayed from West Pines Golf Course. Best viewing sites include Arbor Place Mall and surrounding areas.
Independence Day Festival
Date: July 4
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Hunter Park
Fee: Vendor booths $50. Barbecue plates $7 each.
Contact: 770-949-0626 or www.sharehousedouglas.org
This family-friendly event hosted by the City of Douglasville and SHARE House, includes the Douglasville Idol Competition, arts & craft vendors, entertainment, kid’s activities, barbeque and more! All proceeds benefit SHARE House, a family violence crises center.
** All dates and times are tentative and are subject to change. Please check www.visitdouglasville.com for the most up to date information or call 770.947.5920 |
