Destination Dunwoody Blog

Every June, there's one week in Dunwoody that is bigger, better, and tastier than the others. It's a week where foodies and the fiscally responsible rejoice in unison. It's a week where more than 20 restaurants offer their best dishes for the best discounts. It's the 8th Annual Dunwoody Restaurant Week and it returns June 8-15! There will be lots of options, but not a lot of time, so we've taken the liberty of breaking things down for you. Here's what you can expect:

Everyone knows the quickest way to the heart of a man is through his stomach. Everyone also knows that major cities like Atlanta are a nightmare during holidays. Your best bet is to travel outside Atlanta, for about 10 miles, into the city of Dunwoody. We have food, and we especially have fun. 

Tis summer aka the season of family travel. While you look for an abundance of things to do with the

It's no secret - we love food. Food makes us happy. It keeps us alive. It's the cornerstone of any celebratory event, and it brings people together. We think that food itself should be celebrated. So much that we devoted an entire week to it. Calling all foodies! Dunwoody's most delicious week of the year is BACK. Join us June 8-15 as we kickoff the 8th Annual Dunwoody Restaurant Week!

No time for siesta, let us fiesta! Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner and there is no better place to celebrate than 10 miles above Atlanta in Dunwoody. We have enough fiesta and food to keep your holiday full of fun. Make a whole weekend out of it and consider these suggestions below as you make plans to celebrate. (If you take them with a grain of salt, all we ask is that you add a slice of lime.)

In Dunwoody, the arrival of April means one thing: it's time for Lemonade Days! The Dunwoody Preservation Trust, in partnership with Dunwoody Crown Towers, Peachtree Rides, and the city of Dunwoody, presents Lemonade Days at Brook Run Park from April 24-28. This FREE five-day festival originating from humble beginnings has grown into an annual can't miss event in its 20th year. Though the circumstances behind its birth have improved, the cause of Lemonade Days remains the same. Here's everything you should know about the event including why you should attend!

Ah, spring. That time of year where we welcome back warm weather, long days, and outdoor festivals. We sure did miss you. Get those fold up chairs out of storage, and pack your picnic baskets because we can't stop the festive feeling. Here are 8 of our favorite Atlanta spring festivals we look forward to year after year. We even listed them in chronological order so you can plan faster. 👌

There’s a pot of gold at the end of every rainbow, and this year you should follow the rainbow that leads to Dunwoody! Not quite sure what to do? Consider these suggestions as you plan a jolly good time.

We always brag about the attractions and establishments that make Dunwoody so great, but what about the people? Some pretty cool (not to mention famous) individuals have ties to Dunwoody. Some grew up here while others moved here or started businesses here. We're recognizing (because they truly are recognizable) some local stars who really make Dunwoody shine. If Dunwoody had a walk of fame, they'd for sure have a star on it. But in the meantime, they'll have a honorable mention in this blog.

Thanks to Atlanta's burgeoning film scene, Dunwoody has made an appearance in several movies and TV shows lately, all of which you've certainly seen and treasured. Yes, this means our city is famous. Yes, we've already purchased our Academy Awards outfit from Perimeter Mall on the off-chance we'll be invited. No, the Awards people have not returned our calls. But our mom has, and she's very proud. You might be too, once we tell you all about it.