Are you ready for another summer of fantastic festivals in Atlanta? No matter your interest, from films to healthy living, there's a local festival with your name on it. Atlanta's parks make for excellent community gathering places throughout the year and also play host to some of the city's biggest annual festivals. Our real estate agents love taking part in local events, and we've got the details on four festivals around Atlanta this summer that you definitely won't want to miss.

Celebrate at These Atlanta Festivals

• BronzeLens Film Festival – Atlanta Marriott Marquis, 265 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta | Aug. 21-25
  Entering its 10th year this summer, the BronzeLens Film Festival continues to fulfill its mission of promoting the growing film industry in Atlanta, with a focus on films created by African Americans. The goal is to promote Atlanta as a movie mecca and showcase the work of a new generation of filmmakers. The festival includes film showings at multiple local venues, informative, engaging discussion panels, and masterclasses led by some of the biggest names in film. It's also a great place for aspiring local filmmakers to network and build connections in the industry.

• Grant Park Summer Shade Festival – Grant Park, 800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta | Aug. 24-25
  Atlanta homes for sale make it easy to reach tons of great local parks. Grant Park has long been one of Atlanta's favorite summer spots, and the Grant Park Summer Shade Festival is the perfect opportunity to enjoy all that the park has to offer. This family-friendly festival features a full weekend of affordable outdoor fun. Participate in the 5K Run for the Park, sample food and craft beer from local vendors, catch a show with a full weekend of live music, and watch kids have the time of their life at the Kids Zone. Proceed from the festival benefit the Grant Park Conservancy, which renovates and maintains this beautiful public space.

• Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival – Piedmont Park, 1071 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta | Aug. 17-18
  The arts and Atlanta go hand-in-hand, so it's no surprise that the annual Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival is one of the most popular events of the season. This two-day, outdoor festival features art from a huge variety of local artists and offers fun for the whole family. View the work of more than 250 local painters, photographers, sculptors, jewelers, and crafters of all types. Shop for something unique to bring home and support local artists in the process. There will also be plenty of food, live music, artist demonstrations, and a children's play area that's sure to be a hit with younger members of the audience.

• Atlanta Natural Life Festival – Historic Fourth Ward Park, 680 Dallas St. NE, Atlanta | Aug. 31
  Head to Historic Fourth Ward Park on Labor Day weekend to celebrate healthy living at the Atlanta Natural Life Festival. This unique, local festival is all about helping attendees enjoy a healthy, mindful lifestyle and providing educational resources that align with those goals. The festival features fantastic local food, from vendors who offer natural, non-toxic products. Grab a bite from a wide variety of local food trucks, connect with others who are interested in a healthy lifestyle, enjoy educational workshops, and take in live performances all weekend long. Best of all, the Atlanta Natural Life Festival is free to attend.

Summer is a great season to explore all that Atlanta has to offer, and there are fun festivals to enjoy in the city all year round. Ready to find your own home in the city? Contact us to buy and sell homes throughout the Atlanta, GA area.