Whether you're looking for a few ways to lead a healthier lifestyle, improve your diet or simply to feel inspired, the health and fitness festivals taking place this August have you covered. Throughout the month, organizations around the Metro will host free health screenings, food and fitness demonstrations, giveaways, vendors and more as an initiative to improve the health and well being of the community.
Jump-start your health this August with one of these healthy living expos and festivals near you:
All of Us Women's Health Expo. Aug. 3. Free. Decatur Recreation Center. 231 Sycamore St., Decatur. www.eventbrite.com.
Join Master of Ceremonies Monica Kaufman Pearson for the Women's Health Expo taking place at the Decatur Rec. Center August 3rd. This event will feature a Q&A session with Dr. Alvero, Dr. Malloy and John Stepp from Logic Based Health, as well as free health screenings, fitness and cooking demonstrations, consultations and local health-related resources.
Loving Spirit's Community Health Fair and School Supply Giveaway. Aug. 3. Free. Antioch Loving Spirit, M.B.C.. 6280 Britt Road, Mableton. 678-632-1266. www.mypraiseatl.com.
Stop by Antioch Loving Spirit August 3rd for free health screenings, free school supplies for kids, refreshments, a bounce house, financial services, resources and a full day of fun and fellowship.
The Atlanta Urban Vegan Fest. Aug. 3-4, Free. 2001 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW, Atlanta. 478-227-5208. www.eventbrite.com.
If you're thinking of becoming a vegan, or already follow a vegan lifestyle, don't miss out on The Atlanta Urban Vegan Fest taking place August 3-4. Visitors will enjoy food demonstrations, specialty vendors offering vegan accessories, jewelry and skin care products, music, games and more.
Credit: Courtesy of Dirty South Yoga Fest
Credit: Courtesy of Dirty South Yoga Fest
Dirty South Yoga Fest. Aug. 9-11. $5-$250 per person. The Loudermilk Center. 40 Courtland St. NE, Atlanta. www.dirtysouthyogafest.com.
Start a new yoga practice with expert guidance by attending the Dirty South Yoga Fest at The Loudermilk Center. This not-to-miss event will feature local yoga instructors, over 50 different classes, workshops, spa treatments, energy work, vendors and food trucks.
Community Health and Wellness Extravaganza. Aug. 10. Free. S4L Fitness Studio. 2325 Powder Springs Road SW, Suite 500, Marietta. 404-775-7695. www.s4lpersonaltraining.com.
S4L Fitness Studio will host a free Community Health and Wellness Extravaganza August 10th with free fitness assessments and health screenings, light refreshments, samples, free goody bags, music and local vendors.
Jump to Your Health Day Party. Aug. 10. $5 per person. 2060 Bratton St. NW, Atlanta. www.eventbrite.com.
Mark your calendar so you won't miss the 1st Annual Jump to Your Health Day Party with a live DJ, panel discussions with physicians and influencers, fitness sessions, a Kid Zone, giveaways, Swag and Sweat Bags, dance classes, on-site massages, health checks, customized food kits and much more.
Credit: Courtesy of Suwanee Health and Fitness Festival
Credit: Courtesy of Suwanee Health and Fitness Festival
Suwanee Health and Fitness Festival. Aug. 24. Free admission, $25 for 5K, registration required for special event offerings. Suwanee Town Center Park. 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee. 678-765-2413. www.suwaneehealthandfitnessfestival.com.
At the end of the month, head over to Town Center Park for the 1st Annual Suwanee Health and Fitness Festival. This free, family-friendly event will include a 5K run/walk, a wheelchair race, obstacle courses, inflatables, Zumba and Hula Hoop classes, music and vendors. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local nonprofits.
Living Fit Expo. Aug. 24. Free. Rhodes Jordan Park. 100 East Crogan St., Lawrenceville. www.eventbrite.com.
Get advice from weight loss experts, take part in boot camp sessions and get inspired at the Living Fit Expo taking place August 24th at Rhodes Jordan Park. This event will feature a live DJ, demonstrations, classes and special guests that include Gianluca Serafinelli, Rap Artist Hilite Real, Founder of Models on a Mission Aieshia Dickey and Fitness Model Dhashi Perera.
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