Hop on down to the Aquarium, find a spot on Peachtree or at Sweet Auburn - or race to beat hunger this weekend with these...
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- PRINCESS DAY (PRINCES AND FROGS, TOO)
When/Where: Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm at .
Why Go: This 3rd annual Princess Day will feature the Georgia Aquarium’s own princesses and princes appearing in person to highlight the struggles of the world’s amphibians and to raise awareness for frog conservation.
Pricing: FREE to children under 12 years old who are wearing a princess, prince, or frog costume and are accompanied by a paying adult or member.
When/Where: Saturday at 12:00pm, Peachtree Street, Downtown Atlanta.
Why Go: Cheer as over 200 units and 2011 Grand Marshal and Ireland’s first Consul General in Atlanta, Paul Gleeson, proceed down Peachtree Street in Atlanta’s 129th St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Pricing: Free.
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When/Where: Saturday at 12:00pm - 5:00pm, Underground Atlanta.
Why Go: Watch the parade’s conclusion at Underground Atlanta and then continue to celebrate while enjoying bag pipers,magicians, music and dance performances, Atlanta’s White Man Statue, a Kid’s Zone, Atlanta Women’s Pro Soccer, food and special vendors. Don’t forget to bring your contribution to the Pot of Gold Campaign benefiting the Atlanta Community Food Bank by dropping canned food off at the Underground Atlanta Information Booth through March 12th.
Pricing: Free entertainment.
When/Where: Saturday from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at the Sweet Auburn Curb Market.
Why Go: Don’t miss the first Urban Picnic of 2011. Head over after the parade for a Westside Creamery ice cream or sorbet made from local ingredients - or grab lunch from one of six to ten food trucks serving up delicious creations perfect for an Urban Picnic for the whole family.
Pricing: Prices vary by food truck.
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When/Where: Sunday, 12:00pm - 4:00pm at the Turner Field Green Lot (Run/Walk begins at 2:00pm).
Why Go: The HWR2011 benefits six organizations. Choose the organization your family would like to support and then register! Enjoy entertainment, food and games before the race begins.
Pricing: $25.00 to run. No fee to walk but you must register and raise a minimum of $25.00 to receive a t-shirt on the day of the event.
Enjoy your weekend!