SPRING
The Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 3rd
The Easter Egg Hunt is a City sponsored event that is held in Willis Park by the swimming pool on Dartmouth Avenue. Children of all ages up to 10 years old are welcome to participate in this annual event.
The Antique Car Parade
Sunday, April 4th
The Antique Car Parade is held on Easter Sunday. The parade begins on South Avondale Road and ends at Willis Park where the cars remain for display.
Music-At-The-Lake
Friday, May 14th
Further details TBA
SUMMER
Avondale Fishing Derby
Each year residents gather at Lake Avondale to compete for the best "catch" of the day during the Avondale Fishing Derby. Prizes are awarded for the largest fish, the most fish caught, the youngest and oldest fisherman to catch a fish.
The 4th of July Celebration
The 4th of July Celebration is a time-honored tradition here in Avondale Estates. Residents and friends come together to enjoy the festivities, including the parade and the fireworks at Lake Avondale. Avondale Estates is truly a "blast" on the 4th of July!
Annual Labor Day 5K Race and 1 Mile Race
Monday, September 6th
Strap up those sneakers and join the walkers and runners in Avondale Estates for the Labor Day 5K Race and 1 Mile Race. Walkers and runners of all ages and athletic levels are invited to participate in this annual event.
Music-At-The-Lake
Saturday, September 25th
Details TBA
AutumnFest
Saturday, October 23rd
Sunday, October 24th
AutumnFest is a celebration of the arts in Avondale Estates. The festival fesatures an art show and artists' market, live performances and vendors. For more information, visit www.avondaleutumnfest.org.
Halloween
Each year, residents decorate their homes in celebration of Halloween. Judges will select a group of homes that show the most spirit and will present those homes with a Halloween Spirit Award. The City also has one of the largest trick-or-treatings in DeKalb County. Halloween Hours: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting; Santa & Fire Engine Parade
The Avondale Estates Christmas celebration begins on Monday, November 29th with the lighting of the Christmas Tree located at the intersection of Clarendon Avenue and South Avondale Road. The festivities start with Boy Scout Troop 6 offering hot dog dinners then The Avondale First Baptist Church begins caroling. The tree lighting will follow and cider and donuts will be served. After the tree is lit, Santa Claus makes a personal appearance to officially ring in the Christmas season.
The Mayor's Motorcade
The Mayor's Motorcade is an annual event that is coordinated through Georgia Municipal Association to provide Christmas gifts to patients of Georgia Regional Mental Health Hospital. Residents can donate unwrapped gifts and make monetary contributions.
Lake Tree Lighting
The 14th Annual Lighting of the "Christmas Tree on the Lake" will be Saturday, December 4th. This spectacular event has become on of the City's favorite traditions.
Christmas Spirit Awards
Judges will select a group of homes that show the most spirit and will present those homes with a Christmas Sprit Award. Dates TBA.
Menorah Lighting
Plan to attend the Menorah lighting to celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah, the eight-day Festival of Lights.
Christmas Tour of Homes & Holiday Market
The Annual Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes and Holiday Market provides an opportunity to tour the beautifully decorated homes during daylight hours, as well as by candlelight. For further details visit www.avondaletourofhomes.com.
