Citizens who serve in the military not only keep America safe, but they also put their lives on the line to protect the freedoms and liberties that this country was founded on. DeKalb residents, show how much you value and appreciate the service and sacrifice of the nation's veterans by attending one of the tributes, ceremonies and celebrations happening around town this Memorial Day weekend.
Stone Mountain
Stone Mountain Park Salute the Troops Weekend. Attractions 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., lasershow and fireworks 9:30 p.m. May 27-30. Active or retired military receive free Adventure Pass and 30 percent off ticket, regular entrance $21.95. Stone Mountain Park. 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain. 800-401-2407.
Come take part in the largest Memorial Day weekend event happening in DeKalb County and the Greater Atlanta area at Stone Mountain Park. What better way to honor veterans for their service than with a Stone Mountain lasershow? At this Salute the Troops Weekend, Stone Mountain Park will offer deep discounts for both active and retired military, an extended patriotic fireworks finale and special fire effects at the Lasershow Spectacular.
Dunwoody
Dunwoody Memorial Day Tribute. 10-11 a.m. May 30. Free. Brook Run Park Veteran's Memorial. 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody. 678-382-6700.
Hosted by the City of Dunwoody, this event will pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed so much for this country.
Pine Lake
PLAIN's Ice Cream Social and Memorial Day Picnic. 1-2 p.m. May 28. Free. Pine Lake Beach House. Lakeshore Drive, Stone Mountain. 404-292-4250.
On May 28, the Pine Lake Association of Involved Neighbors will host an Ice Cream Social and Memorial Day Picnic. Starting at 1 p.m. at the Beach House on Lakeshore Drive, visitors can remember those who have fallen while serving their country, as well as men and women actively serving in the military at this family-friendly event.
Decatur
Decatur Arts Festival. 5-10 p.m. May 27, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 28, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 29. Free. Downtown Decatur. 404-371-9583.
This Memorial Day weekend, bring your friends and family to the Decatur Arts Festival on May 27 through 29. Throughout Downtown Decatur, you can experience the ArtWalk gallery showcase on Friday evening, followed by one of the largest art festivals in the city on Saturday and Sunday. Features and activities include a parade, silent auction, live music, stand-up comedy, an artist marketplace, kids art festival and performing arts presentations. On Sunday, the Callanwolde Concert Band and the Chancel Choir of Decatur First United Methodist Church will perform "For the Fallen," a special Memorial Day concert to honor veterans.
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More things to do Memorial Day Weekend: AJC Memorial Day Weekend Calendar
Memorial Day Events in Stone Mountain, Decatur, Tucker and DeKalb County
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