February might be almost over, but there's no shortage of events during this short month. There's still plenty to do to keep you occupied (and keep your mind off the cold weather.) Here are four upcoming events happening this month. As a bonus, we've also included ongoing ways to save year-round.
1. Movie location hunt
The charm of Castleberry Hill has made it a hot spot for attracting film and television crews, with such credits under it’s belt as "Fast & Furious," "The Walking Dead" and "Vampire Diaries." This historic community was included in USA TODAY’s “10 Best city art districts around the USA.” Talk a stroll downtown and see if you can recognize famous filming locales. Hint: Rick rode a horse across a bridge here in the first season of "The Walking Dead." If you want to dive deeper in movie knowledge, Atlanta Movie Tours office is conveniently located here as well.
Ongoing Way to Save
The Castleberry Hill Friday Art Stroll is offered every second Friday of the month. Check their website for date specific specials.Details at castleberryhill.org/chartstroll
2. High Museum of Art
Admission is half-priced after 4pm during Friday Night Lates. Snag discounted audio guides and enjoy them until the extended 9pm closing.
Ongoing Way to Save
With Bank of America's "Museums on Us" program, BOA cardholders get free admission on the first full weekend of the month. Each first Saturday of the month, Fulton County residents can take advantage of free walk-up admission. Details at high.org/visit
3. Winter Owl Prowl on the Chattahoochee River
On February 21, spend an evening by the Chattahoochee River listening to the sounds of nature. Sit around the campfire and meet one of the resident owls of the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Take all your newly learned knowledge and venture out on a guided hike. The $3 entrance fee is waived for this program. Don't forget your flashlight and s'mores fixings. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/owlprowl
Ongoing Way to Save
Ongoing free or cheap programming and events can be found on the National Park Service website. Find even more in parks all around the State of Georgia, with many in the metro Atlanta area. Details at nps.gov/calendar
4. Boozy Fests
Feb. 27 kicks off Decatur Stirs, a weekend of ticketed craft cocktail classes and tastings. This free kickoff event has local experts shaking up their best concoctions. While no tastings are included, you can stalk the latest and greatest to plan your next outing for artfully prepared libations. Cash bar and light appetizers are available. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/decaturstirs
Ongoing Way to Save
The number and quality of booze-centric festivals is growing, so a little research and planning can go a long way for your wallet. Plan ahead and look for early bird tickets, which can be available as far as three months out. Many of these festivals include some delicious food to complement your beverages, like the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ fest happening in late February. If imbibing is not your style, check if the festival offers a designated driver ticket at a discount and enjoy the food, friends and fun the festivals offer. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/beerbourbonbbq
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