"As a small wheel in the movement of a clock is turned rapidly by the cogs of a larger wheel making slower revolutions, so the seasons are turned by the years … each one bringing its own special tradition."
– From 'Faces & Songs' by Barry Etris
January
Roswell Wedding Showcase
roswellweddings.com
February
Roswell Roots
"A Festival of Black History and Culture" - Numerous events taking place during the month of February that celebrate Roswell's African American culture and heritage. www.roswellroots.com
March
Great American Coverup Annual Quilt Show
This is a perfect outing for fabric lovers to explore quilts ranging from antique to contemporary. Over 200 of them will fill this lovely historic house!
As in years past, the Guild will have daily demonstrations showing the latest quilting techniques. www.bullochhall.org/quilt-show.html
April
Roswell Criterium Professional & Amateur Bicycle Race
in Roswell's Historic District
April 28th, 2013
HRC Returns for the 12th Year!
www.historicroswellcriterium.com
Down to Earth Kid's Fest
Celebrate Earth Day with the Chattahoochee Nature Center. www.chattnature
center.org
May
Colors Festival of Arts
Mother's Day Weekend
A juried arts show with artists from throughout the southeastern US. Food, arts and crafts for sale, children's activities, and dance & music performances from the bandstand.
- General information.
- View the Colors Festival video
- 2013 Artists Information & Application.
- Events Map
- 2013 Colors Festival of Arts Vendors
Roswell Memorial Day Ceremony & Picnic
Georgia's largest Memorial Day Celebration, held on the grounds of Roswell City Hall. Military displays, Military Ceremony, concert on the lawn follows the ceremony. www.roswellmemorialday.com
June
Possum Trot 10K & One Mile Fun Run
One of Atlanta's "longest-running" and most well-known qualifiers for the Peachtree Road Race. www.chattnaturecenter.org
Annual Roswell Lavender Festival
June 8th, 2013
Inspired by Miss Evelyn Simpson, Barrington Hall's own lavender queen! come celebrate summer with all things lavender. From aroma therapy to shortbread cookies, discover the many varieties, uses, and folk remedies associated with this ancient plant. Demonstrations, kid's activities, vendors, food, music, samples of lavender recipes, and many more surprises! On the grounds of Historic Barrington Hall. For more information call 770-640-3855 or visit www.southerntrilogy.com
11th Annual Back to the Chattahoochee River Race & Festival
June 15th
Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, the city of Roswell and the National Park Service present our annual race from Garrard Landing to Riverside Park, site of our free and family-friendly festival with music headliner Jimmy Hall and Band - featuring the frontman of Wet Willie (of "Keep on Smilin'" fame). We'll have kid-friendly activities such as face-painting and access to the park's Splash 'N Play. www.chattahoochee.org/river-race-festival.php
Hospitality Highway Century
June 30th, 2013
Be a part of history as we shut down GA 400 for the
Hospitality Highway Century!
www.ga400century.com
July
Chattahoochee Butterfly Festival
Chattahoochee Butterfly Festival Information
August
Trilogy Trolley Crawl
If you're looking for something really fun and different to do this summer, join A Southern Trilogy in Roswell for the 3rd Annual "Trilogy Trolley Crawl" happening the 3rd Saturday of August from 7-11:30 p.m.
September
Roswell Arts Festival
3rd Saturday in September
More information with vendor application. Artists from throughout the southeastern U.S. offer their creations for show and sale. www.roswellarts
festival.com
October
Youth Day Parade & Celebration
2nd Saturday in October
An annual event since 1950. Parade followed by outdoor festival in Roswell Area Park. www.roswellgov.com
Taste of Roswell
3rd Saturday in October
Sample food from Roswell restaurants while listening to Musical Entertainment and DJ Greg Talmadge! Entertainment, application and vendor information.
November/
December
Christmas In Roswell
We invite you to experience the magic and wonder of the holiday season in Historic Roswell. Bulloch Hall, Barrington Hall and Smith Plantation Home will be dressed in seasonal splendor and open for tour - More information with holiday schedule.
