Culinary Events Calendar: Food Festivals in Atlanta

 

Atlanta has a thriving food scene, and there are many opportunities for food lovers to enjoy various culinary events throughout the year. Food festivals are a great way to try new foods from different restaurants and vendors and learn about different cuisines and cooking techniques.

Here is a calendar of some of the most popular food festivals in Atlanta:

January

• Atlanta Chili Cookoff

February

• Atlanta Wine & Food Festival

March

• Georgia Food & Wine Festival

April

• Taste of Atlanta
• Atlanta BBQ & Blues Festival

May

• Atlanta Taco Festival
• Atlanta Asian Food Festival

June

• Atlanta Grilled Cheese Festival
• Atlanta Lobster Festival

July

• Atlanta Peach Festival
• Atlanta Ice Cream Festival

August

• Atlanta Hot Chicken Festival
• Atlanta Beer Festival

September

• Atlanta Seafood Festival
• Atlanta Margarita Festival

October

• Atlanta Burger Festival
• Atlanta BBQ Festival
• Atlanta Wine & Chocolate Festival

November

• Atlanta Pizza Festival
• Atlanta Thanksgiving Food Festival

December

• Atlanta Holiday Food Festival
• Atlanta Cookie Festival

In addition to these specific festivals, several other culinary events occur in Atlanta throughout the year. For example, many restaurants offer special tasting menus and wine dinners during the holidays. There are also several cooking competitions and demonstrations that take place throughout the year.

To find out more about upcoming culinary events in Atlanta, you can visit the websites of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival. You can also follow local food bloggers and critics on social media for recommendations on the best culinary events to attend.

Tips for attending food festivals

• Arrive early to avoid the crowds.
• Cash is preferred because some businesses might not accept credit cards.
• Because you will be walking a lot, choose comfortable shoes.
• To stay hydrated, bring a bottle of water.
• Be prepared to share your food with others. Food festivals are a great place to meet new people and try new things.
• Be bold and ask questions. The vendors are usually happy to talk about their food and answer any questions you have.

Food festivals are a great way to experience the culinary scene in Atlanta. With so many different festivals, there is something for everyone to enjoy.