MORE ATLANTA EVENTS: May and June 2009

Just after I pushed the “publish” button for the Atlanta May and June 2009 Events posted on Wednesday, we came across more events that should be on this list. Here are some additional Atlanta events to mark your calendars for in May and June.

Musica Ardiente Festival | May 27 – June 6, 2009 | Atlanta
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s ¡Música Ardiente! Festival is here for two weeks happening in various places in Atlanta. Experience the culture and music found along the Inca Trail and in South & Latin America. The first week entitled Caminos Del Inka on May 28 and 30, 2009 will explore the rich and varied music along the Inca Trail. The second week from June 4-6, 2009, will celebrate, through song and dance, the modern evolution of the music of Latin America in a program entitled Tango, Fados and Dance! Though some events require paid admission, there are free events to enjoy as well. For more information, location and show schedule for the Musica Ardiente Festival, visit their website at: www.musicaardiente.org

4th Annual 97.1 The River Wing  N’ Rock Fest | Saturday, May 30, 2009  | Marietta
97.1 The River presents the 4th Annual Wing N’ Rock Fest this Saturday from 1:30 p.m.  – 9:30 p.m. This free event located in the Marietta Square will feature multiple chicken wing restaurants, cold beer from Miller Lite & Miller Chill and classic rock cover & tribute bands all day.  Wings will come from vendors such as: Taco Mac, Wild Wing Cafe, Twisted Taco, Buffalo Wind Wings & more.  The live music line up includes: Chain Reaction (A Tribute to Journey), Rock Fight (Tom Petty & John Cougar Mellancamp Tribute) and more. No cost for general admission. Pay for food, drinks and beer. For more information on the 97.1 The River Wing  N’ Rock Fest, visit their website at: http://www.wingandrockfest.com/home.html

7th Annual S. Virginia Highlands Spring Bar Crawl | Saturday, June 6, 2009  | Virginia Higlands
After you enjoy the live music and artist market at the Virginia Highland Summerfest, the party will continue in Virginia Highland here. The 7th Annual S. Virginia Highlands Spring Bar Crawl features 6 participating Bars & Restaurants to offer drink and food specials from 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Enjoy $5 house wine at all bars. The places particpating are: Limerick Junction, Diesel, Pozole Nuevo Latino & Tequila Bar, Atkins Park, Dark Horse Tavern &  Hand in Hand. Tickets must be purchased and are $5 in advance or $10 at the door. Start at Atkins Park for Registration and to purchase tickets at the door.  For more information on the 7th Annual S. Virginia Highlands Spring Bar Crawl, visit their website at: http://www.atlantabartours.com/vahi.html

Screen on the Green | June 11, 18 and 25, 2009 | Atlanta
It’s time again for the free 2009 Screen on the Green Movie Series. Originally held in Piedmont Park, this year’s series will be held in Centennial Olympic Park. Get to the park as early as 6 p.m and wait the for the movie to begin at sunset. Bring blankets, chairs and your picnic to enjoy. You cannot bring your own alcholic beverages but can purchase them at the event. Admission is free. Here’s the line up of movies:  June 11 – Field of Dreams, June 18 – Home Alone and June 25 – Viewer’s Choice – Big, Ghostbusters or Princess Bride. For more information on the Screen on the Green, visit the Peachtree TV website at: http://www.peachtreetv.com/specials/sotg2009.jsp

Check out our first Atlanta Events post which includes information on the East Atlanta Beer Festival, Virginia Highlands Summerfest, Decatur Concerts on the Square,  Avondale Fishing Derby and Music on the Lake, Smyrna 2009 Summer Concert Series, Decatur Beach Party and Summerfest on the Green (by clicking the link above).