There are a multitude of activities in Alpharetta! Festivals and attractions abound.
Here are some recommendations: Attractions: Verizon Wireless Ampitheater
A new outdoor venue with 12,000 seats. See the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra or various touring acts, performers, and bands.
Encore Pkwy
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Get Directions: (404) 733-5010
North Point MallA great mall with over 150 stores – a variety of shopping sure to please the whole family.
1000 N Point Cir
Alpharetta, GA 30022
(770) 740-8636
Wills Park
This favorite Alpharetta park features baseball fields, several playgrounds, tennis courts, and an equestrian center.
11925 Wills Road (park) and 11915 Wills Road (equestrian center)
Alpharetta, GA 30009
678-297-6130 (park)
678-297-6120 (equestrian center)
Big Creek Greenway
Total length of the Big Creek Greenway, from Webb Bridge Road to Mansell Road, is approximately 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). Historic Mansell HouseA turn-of-the century home with period antiques and furnishings. The house is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
1835 Old Milton Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-4663
Open Monday & Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Any other times by appointment only.
Festivals:
Alpharetta's FunFest & Classic Car Show - September 2008
Rides, games, arts and crafts, and more! Fun for the entire family.
Scarecrow Harvest – October 2008
Locally made scarecrows sit sentinel on Main Street, and watch the festivities including hayrides, folk music, and other fall fun. Be a part of it all and visit Alpharetta in October.
Tree Lighting Ceremony – December 2008
A beautiful spruce is decked in thousands of tiny lights, and everyone in town, including the mayor, is here to kick off the Christmas season.
10th Annual Touch a Truck – April 2009
What child doesn't have a fascination with big trucks? Bring them to North Park and let them see these wondrous machines up close.
Alpharetta Arts Street Fest - April 2009
Main Street becomes a haven for arts and crafts, entertainment, and fun for kids. Streets are closed to traffic.
The Taste of Alpharetta – May 2009
Live music, fantastic local food, kids' activities, rides, crafts, and more! Enjoy the best of what Alpharetta has to offer.
Mayor's Challenge Road Race - May 2009
Run this 5K/10K race to Qualify for the Peachtree Road Race, or use it as an enjoyable jog, walk, or outing for the entire family.
4th of July Celebration - July 2009
Wills Park is the place to be for the 4th of July! Live music and games for the kids, as well as a gorgeous fireworks show in the evening.
7th Annual Youth Fishing Derby - July 2009
Children ages 5-12 can fish for the day, and also fish for the prizes for longest fish and most fish caught.
56th Annual Old Soldiers Day Parade & Road Race - August 2009
This event is kicked off by a memorial service in front of City Hall, followed by a parade, and capping off with a Race on Old Milton Parkway (at Wills Park, near the City Pool).
Special Thanks to Awesome Alpharetta, the Alpharetta Historical Society, and the City of Alpharetta. |
