Special Events in Atlanta
Every Season Offers Something for Everyone
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
An arts and crafts Atlanta festival held at Piedmont Park each Spring
Atlanta Film Festival
An Academy Award qualifying, international film festival. It started in 1977 and occurs every April, the Atlanta festival shows a diverse range of independent films, including genre films such as horror and sci-fi.
Pride Festival
A week-long annual lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender pride event in Atlanta. Established in 1971, it is one of the oldest pride parades in the United States.
SEC Championship Game
Game determining the Southeastern Conference's football season champion. The championship game pits the SEC Western Division representative versus the Eastern Division representative in an Atlanta event held after the regular season has been completed.