Brews, turkey legs & crawfish. Here are 6 unique festivals happening in Georgia this month
Food trucks, fun games and live music. It is festival time in Georgia.
And if you like tacos, beer, art or crawfish, you’re in luck.
Here are six festivals happening this month to check out:
Uptown’s Riverfest - Columbus
When: May 12-13
Where: Uptown Columbus, Woodruff Park
What: Admission is free for this event, which will have more than 50 art, food and drink vendors. There will also be live music, a splash pad, zip line and more.
Perry Art in the Park - Perry
When: May 13
Where: downtown Perry
What: The third annual Art in the Park festival will feature regional artists and vendors, food trucks and live music. The event is free and will have an immersive arts area.
Tacos & Taps - Atlanta
When: May 13
Where: Atlantic Station, Pinnacle Lot
What: This is the first Tacos & Taps festival and tickets may be purchased online. This event will have mariachi bands, margarita bars, taco trucks and other vendors; there will even be a chili pepper eating contest.
Georgia Renaissance Festival - Fairburn
When: Now until June 4, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: 6732 Virlyn B. Smith Road, Fairburn, Georgia 30213
What: Turkey legs, duels and brews. You’re not going to want to miss this spectacular event with food, games, rides and shows/attractions for all ages.
Bon Temps Crawfish Festival - Dublin
When: May 20
Where: downtown Dublin
What: This crawfish festival will have plenty of food to go around; with more than 2,000 pounds of fresh crawfish as well as drinks, music and games, this event is not one to miss. Get your tickets now online, starting at $25.
Helen Bavarian Festival - Helen
When: May 27, 6 - 11 p.m.
Where: Helen Festhalle
What: Pretzels, beer, hot dogs and desserts for all. Come to this event and enjoy Memorial Day weekend like never before. Military and veterans get in free with one guest.
What festival are you most excited about? Comment below and let me know.
This story was originally published May 9, 2023 at 7:00 AM with the headline "Brews, turkey legs & crawfish. Here are 6 unique festivals happening in Georgia this month."
