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Music @ Noon at Centennial Park
http://www.centennialpark.com/events/man.html
Dates: Thu, Apr 10, 2008 - Thu, Oct 30, 2008
Time: Noon - 1 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Southern Company Amphitheater, Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta
Take a break from the office and enjoy sunny skies and lunch while listening to a variety of music. Performance schedules are available online.
Wednesday WindDown at Centennial Park
http://www.centennialpark.com/events/wwd.html
Dates: Wed, Apr 16, 2008 - Wed, Jun 25, 2008
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Southern Company Amphitheater, Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta
Atlanta’s longest running free concert series features music from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. from a variety of artists, including jazz, pop, and R&B groups. Performance schedules are available online.
Appalachian Jam
Dates: Sat, Apr 19, 2008 - Sat, Oct 25, 2008
Time: Every Saturday
Phone: 706.864.3513
Location: Dahlonega
Singers and pickers are invited to join the mountain-style musicians who gather in front of the Dahlonega Gold Museum.
Glover Park Concert Series
http://www.mariettaga.gov/departments/parks_rec/calendarview.aspx?id=73
Dates: Fri, Apr 25, 2008 - Fri, Aug 29, 2008
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Admission: Free, Tables $45-$55
Location: Glover Park, Marietta Square
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and head down to Glover Park in Marietta Square! It’s the perfect setting for families and friends to enjoy a picnic and listen to music under stars. Concerts are free, but a limited number of tables are available for $45 and $55.
Ashford Manor Concerts on the Lawn
http://www.ambedandbreakfast.com
Dates: Wed, May 07, 2008 - Wed, Oct 15, 2008
Location: Watkinsville
The grounds of the charming bed and breakfast set the stage for a popular outdoor music affair with groups like Dappled Grays, Funkle Ester, Packway Handle Band, the Modern Skirts and the Wildcats. Picnic or pre-order catered meals.
The Day Celebration Bluegrass Festival
http://www.thedaycelebration.com
Dates: Fri, May 09, 2008 - Sat, May 10, 2008
Location: Atlanta's Buckhead area
Held at Triple B Farm in rural Buckhead (far outside the metro Atlanta enclave), the second annual Day Celebration includes Col. Bruce Hampton & the Quark Alliance, Blueground Undergrass, Ralph Roddenberry and Stop Drop & Roll.
Sweet Auburn Springfest
http://www.sweetauburn.com
Dates: Fri, May 09, 2008 - Sun, May 11, 2008
Location: Atlanta
Discover the spirit of Sweet Auburn with 10 stages of entertainment, an outdoor health & fitness fair, art and literature market, Kids’ Fantastic Fun Zone and much more.
Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival
http://www.blindwillie.com
Dates: Sat, May 10, 2008
Location: Thomson, Ga.
The 15th annual festival proudly presents soul and gospel legend Mavis Staples, along with Duke Robillard, Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets, Mary Flower, Mike Farris, Geoff Achison and Crosstie Walkers.
Hillside Bluegrass Festival
http://www.hillsidebluegrassrvpark.com
Dates: Fri, May 16, 2008 - Sat, May 17, 2008
Location: Cochran
Out on New Found Road in Cochran, the Chapmans and Riverbend play the two-day festival also featuring vendors, playground, pond fishing and camping.
Six Flags Over Georgia Thursday Night Concert Series
http://www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia/events/TNCS_2008.aspx
Dates: Thu, Jun 05, 2008 - Tue, Jun 24, 2008
Location: Six Flags Over Georgia
See national artists including Taylor Hicks, Cheyenne, JoJo and The Jonas Brothers. Free with paid admission to the park; though attendees are required to pick up free tickets to the show.
Georgia Mountain Roots & Music Festival
http://www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com
Dates: Fri, Jun 13, 2008 - Sat, Jun 14, 2008
Location: Hiawassee
Experience two days of traditional and contemporary bluegrass, Americana and folk music on multiple stages at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Catch Donna Hughes, Cherryholmes, the Lovell Sisters, the Sam Bush Band and the Infamous Stringdusters or bring your own instrument and join in at the Pickin’ Pavillion.
AthFest
http://www.athfest.com
Dates: Wed, Jun 18, 2008 - Sun, Jun 22, 2008
Location: Athens
One of the state’s premier festivals, Athfest takes place in the heart of downtown Athens with music, arts and kids events. 2008 headliners include Dark Meat, Modern Skirts and Dubconscious. Check out the website for a complete lineup or to order the 2008 Athfest CD Compilation.
Atlanta Fest
http://www.atlantafest.com
Dates: Thu, Jun 19, 2008 - Sat, Jun 21, 2008
Location: Stone Mountain Park
The premier Christian Music Festival features Casting Crowns, Barlow Girl, Shane and Shane, TobyMac, Jeremy Camp and Building 429. Also on the bill: seminars, a talent search, camping and more.
30th Annual Georgia Music Hall of Fame
Dates: Sat, Sep 20, 2008
Time: 8pm
Phone: 770.934.0906
Location: Georgia World Congress Center - Atlanta
The annual ceremony honors 2008 inductees in a gala event telecast on GPTV. Individual tickets and tables are available through Friends of Georgia Music, Inc. at 770.934.0906.
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