Annual Events

There’s always something fun happening in Sandy Springs!

With festivals and events ranging from holiday gift markets to paddleboard races, visitors of all interests can find events to enjoy during all seasons.

Sandy Springs Lantern Parade

Celebrate the Chattahoochee River and the Sandy Springs community at this colorful summer tradition. Stroll alongside glowing lanterns and imaginative creations before arriving at Morgan Falls Overlook Park for an evening of entertainment, family-friendly fun and beautiful views of the Chattahoochee River. Each year brings new surprises, making this one-of-a-kind celebration a memorable way to spend a summer evening.

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City Green Live

Held on City Green at City Springs, City Green Live is a free outdoor concert series that brings the community together during the warmer months. Featuring a lively mix of local talent and nationally known musicians, each performance offers a fun and welcoming night of live music in the heart of Sandy Springs. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, gather your friends and family, and enjoy an evening under the stars at one of the city’s signature outdoor events.

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Stars & Stripes at City Springs

Celebrate Independence Day in the heart of Sandy Springs at the Stars & Stripes Fireworks Celebration at City Springs. Gather your friends and family, spread out a blanket on City Green and enjoy an evening filled with live music, great food and festive fun. Pack a picnic, grab a bite from a food truck or order from a nearby restaurant before dancing along to the music. As night falls, look to the sky for a dazzling fireworks display that brings the celebration to a spectacular finish.


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Concerts By The Springs

Concerts by the Springs invites music lovers to enjoy live performances at the Heritage Amphitheatre on select Sunday evenings. Set against the backdrop of the lawn, this concert series features a variety of musical acts in an outdoor setting. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic, relax with family and friends, and enjoy an evening of live music.

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Food That Rocks

Taste of Atlanta brings Sandy Springs’ culinary scene together for an all-inclusive evening of bold flavors, craft cocktail tastings and memorable experiences. Sample your way through dishes from more than 25 local restaurants and enjoy everything the event has to offer without reaching for your wallet once you arrive.

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Spooky Springs

Celebrate the Halloween season at Spooky Springs, a free, family-friendly event designed especially for young trick-or-treaters. Held at Abernathy Greenway Playable Art Park, this festive fall tradition invites families to dress in their favorite costumes and enjoy an evening of Halloween fun. Explore trick-or-treat candy stations, get creative with face painting and enjoy music, food vendors and plenty of spooky atmosphere along the way.

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Elegant Elf Marketplace

The Elegant Elf Marketplace is a beloved Sandy Springs holiday tradition and a popular shopping destination for visitors throughout metro Atlanta. This stylish two-day gift market brings together more than 100 carefully selected vendors offering handcrafted goods, original artwork, gourmet treats and other unique finds perfect for holiday gifting, home décor or a little something special for yourself.

Hosted by The Sandy Springs Society, the marketplace is also one of the organization’s premier annual fundraisers. Since its launch in 2011, the event has raised more than half a million dollars to support the community. Proceeds help fund grants for local nonprofit organizations working to strengthen the arts, heritage, education, environment and social services in Sandy Springs.

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Sparkle Sandy Springs

Celebrate the holiday season at Sparkle Sandy Springs, the city’s annual winter celebration at City Springs. The district transforms into a festive wonderland filled with twinkling lights, holiday music, seasonal treats and plenty of family-friendly fun. Explore the holiday market, browse gifts from local artists, snap photos with larger-than-life displays and enjoy the excitement of the award-winning nighttime parade featuring illuminated floats, marching bands, dancers and more. The celebration concludes with the lighting of the Christmas tree and menorah, creating a memorable holiday tradition for the entire community.

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