Our Best of August
August is here! Beat the heat with a lineup of fabulous events across the Atlanta area
August 28–September 5 | Benefiting Cashiers Historical Society, the Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Cashiers Designer Showhouse celebrates its 29th year. Thirteen designers exemplify modern mountain living through the transformation of a beautiful modern-rustic cottage nestled on Cashiers Lake. cashiershistoricalsociety.org
“Six by Six” at ABV Gallery
Through August 9 | This is your last chance to visit ABV Gallery’s Locals Only and Six by Six exhibitions. Located in East Atlanta Village, the shows highlight Atlanta scenes, history, and cultural memories. The Locals Only exhibit features over 40 Atlanta-based artists. The show is a celebration of capturing the spirit of the South through the eyes of the artists who call it home. Six by Six features local, national, and international artists. However, each piece is limited to a 6-inch square canvas. Browse before it’s too late! abvgallery.com
Artwork by Lauren Ridenour
August 15–16 | Celebrate local creatives with the annual Piedmont Park Arts Festival in Midtown. With hundreds of painters, photographers, sculptors, glassblowers, jewelers, and more, attendees are sure to walk away with a new piece for their collection. After browsing art, don’t forget to try the many food and drink offerings. piedmontparkartsfestival.com
Courtesy of ADAC
August 19–21 | Don’t miss ADAC’s Fall Sample Sale! Open to both the public and trade, the three-day event allows attendees to shop exclusive discounts on premium indoor and outdoor furniture, rugs, lighting, accessories, and more from showrooms and design studios at ADAC and ADAC West. adacatlanta.com
Courtesy of the Fox Theatre
August 23 | Turn back the clock this August at the Fox Theatre. The fifth annual Fox Theatre Archives Day celebrates the Fox’s rich history and cultural significance. Guests will have the opportunity to discover archival materials. Artifacts, and exhibits that help tell the story of the iconic Atlanta institution. Located in the Grand Salon and Egyptian Ballroom, the event is a celebration of the theatre’s storied past and ongoing contribution to Atlanta. foxtheatre.org
Courtesy of Taste of Atlanta
August 27 | Presented by Taste of Atlanta, Grand Tasting Alpharetta highlights the town’s thriving culinary scene. Located at The Hotel at Avalon, this one-night tasting event features an unlimited selection of delicious food, drinks, and desserts as well as the opportunity to meet local rising-star chefs. alpharetta.tasteofatlanta.com
