Atlanta Film Festival. In its fourth decade, the Atlanta Film Festival is one of the longest-running film festivals in the nation. More than 25,000 people are expected to view new independent, international, animated, documentary and short films on three screens and two venues. The festival will be held March 28-April 6. More than 200 filmmakers and members of the industry from around the world will attend. Regular shows are $10 each. An all-you-can-watch movie hopper card is $50, and priority access passes to films, panels and parties start at $125. But the festival is more than just movies. There's a "Food on Film" party at 2:15 p.m. March 29 at the Plaza Theatre. The opening night film is "Joe," starring Nicolas Cage. Atlanta Film Festival screenings will be at the Plaza Theatre and 7 Stages. www.atlantafilmfestival.com.
Acworth Art Fest. Two days of art and fun on historic Main Street in downtown Acworth. Paintings, pottery, metalwork, folk art, glass, jewelry and yard art. Lake Acworth is a short and shaded stroll away if you can pull yourself away from local restaurants Henry's and Fusco's or the old-fashioned street-front shops in the little town. Kidz Zone for the children for play and creative activities. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 5; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. April 6. Free. Main Street in downtown Acworth. 770-452-1727, http://acworthartfest.splashfestivals.com.
Festival on Ponce. A Frederick Olmsted Sr.-designed linear park, just east of the Poncey-Highland neighborhood, is the star of this festival, along with carefully curated artwork, acoustic music, a children's area and local food and drink. There will be 125 displays of arts and crafts, including folk art and outsider art. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 5; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. April 6. Free. 1451 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta. 404-873-1222,www.festivalonponce.com.
38th WRFG Peachblossom Bluegrass Festival. This annual fundraiser includes nearly a dozen local and regional bluegrass bands, crafts, and food and beverage vendors. Proceeds help cover operating expenses for Community Radio 89.3 FM, WRFG Atlanta. Bands will include Playing on the Planet, Cedar Hill, Facing South, Whoa Nelly, 8th of January, and Tucker Station. 2:30-9 p.m. April 5. $12 advance, $15 at the door, WRFG members and seniors, $10, students age 6 and older $6, children under age 6 free. Clarkston Community Center, 3701 College Ave., Clarkston. 404-523-3471, www.wrfg.org.
Sandy Springs Artsapalooza. This festival for artists and run with the help of artists includes a children's play area, local musicians, interactive art stations, plus up to 150 arts and crafts participants. Those include painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craftspeople, glass blowers, jewelers and more. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 12; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. April 13. Free. 6100 Lake Forrest Drive N.E., Sandy Springs. 404-873-1222, www.sandyspringsartsapalooza.com.
Lemonade Days. An old-fashioned town carnival in Dunwoody features rides, food, live music, face painting, petting zoo, games and family-friendly activities. 4-10 p.m. April 23-24; 4-11 p.m. April 25; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. April 26; noon-6 p.m. April 27. Free. Brook Run Park in Dunwoody, 4770 N. Peachtree Road.http://dunwoodylemonadedays.org.
2014 Garden Show. Formerly called the Southeastern Flower Show, this show in Buckhead will feature plant speakers on issues from landscaping to floral design, chefs, photography exhibit, a marketplace and food and drink. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 25-27. $16.74-$21.99, depending on number of days you choose to attend and whether you are a member of the Southeastern Horticultural Society. Buckhead Theatre, 3110 Roswell Road N.E., Atlanta. 404-351-1074,www.sehort.org.
Taste of East Point. Downtown East Point comes alive for food and wine paired with a leisurely stroll past local art displays and talented musicians. Area restaurants take pride in their annual display. Artists who live and work in the East Point, Hapeville and College Park area show their wares in paintings, prints, handmade jewelry and more. 1612 W. Cleveland Ave., East Point. Located across from the East Point MARTA station and East Point City Hall. 2-9 p.m. April 26. Free but tastes are $1. www.downtowneastpoint.com/tasteofeastpoint.
World War II Heritage Days. From a swing dance and dinner to re-enactors and some of the fabulous flying machines and vehicles that helped the U.S. win the war, this event honors those who fought or sacrificed to help win the war. The theme for 2014 is "Honoring the Women of the Greatest Generation." 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 26-27. Free, but $5 donation for adults is suggested. $50 for dinner and dance, 6-11 p.m. April 26. 1200 Echo Court, Falcon Field, Peachtree City. 678-364-1110, www.wwiidays.org.
Alpharetta Arts StreetFest. Celebrate the arts at one of the city's most popular events. Downtown streets are closed to traffic and opened to nearly 100 artists, musicians and performers from throughout the U.S. Outdoor galleries filled with fine art; a chance to create children's art; live jazz, roots rock, Celtic music, cultural dancing and food. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 26-27. Free. Milton Avenue and Main Street in Alpharetta.www.awesomealpharetta.com.
Atlanta Arab Festival. Food, singing, folk dancing, storytelling, books, arts and crafts, paintings, groceries, rugs, jewelry, traditional home accessories and traditional clothes. Come and immerse yourself in the sounds, smells and celebrations of the Mideast. Art exhibit and arts and crafts, henna and calligraphy, games and backgammon competitions, and of course, shopping at the souk (market). 11 a.m.-7 p.m. April 26; noon-6 p.m. April 27. $2 per person or $5 per family. At the Alif Institute, 3288 Marjan Drive, Atlanta. 770-936-8770,www.alifinstitute.org.
Smyrna Spring Jonquil Festival. The city of Smyrna welcomes spring April 26 and 27 on its downtown Village Green featuring music, art, handmade crafts and entertainment. The rain-or-shine festival brings in about 175 Southeastern artists to showcase and sell paintings, jewelry, clothing and furniture. The family-oriented entertainment includes Peter Hart's Atlanta Puppet Show and acoustic music from Scott Thompson. A Jonquil City Jog 5K Run/Walk starts at 8 a.m. April 26, and a separate crawfish boil will be held at the Market Village. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 26; noon-5 p.m. April 27. 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna. 770-434-6600, www.smyrnacity.com.
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