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Your guide to free fun for the whole family

A trip to the farmers market can help your summer cooking.

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A trip to the farmers market can help your summer cooking.
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Who says you need to spend money to have fun? These next three picks make planning your weekend easy and affordable, especially if you’re trying to beat the heat or explore something new.

🆓DHA Farmers Market: Visiting your local farmers market is always a fun and inexpensive way to get out of the house. If you haven’t been yet, make sure to swing by Brook Run Park every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon for the DHA Farmers Market. Kids can also enjoy the playground, dog park and zipline.

🆓Acworth Beach: A free, family-friendly place to cool off this summer. It’s the perfect spot for swimming, picnicking or relaxing. The beach is open daily and there’s plenty for the kids to enjoy.

🆓Fernbank Science Center: A trip to Fernbank Science Center is always a must, and the best part is it’s free to visit. Explore different animal exhibits and displays that will keep everyone entertained.

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Catherine Sorto is the Editor for Access Atlanta, a platform focused on celebrating the city of Atlanta and highlighting all it has to offer. Whether you’re on the hunt for your next date night, a family-friendly event or the latest and greatest in ATL – you can depend on our team to keep you in the loop.

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