Mardi Gras On The Roof And Gardening 101: Atlanta This Weekend

ATLANTA, GA — This weekend there are plenty of lively parties to attend around the city. Atlanta United are back at it with a game on Sunday, so head to UrbanTree Cidery for a cider cocktail and their watch party. And with Mardi Gras taking place in March, the good times will be rolling at a crawfish boil atop Ponce City Market for Mardi Gras On The Roof.

And if nature seems a little more appealing to you this weekend, Truly Living Well Collegetown Farm will be hosting a Gardening 101 class.

Here's what else is happening around the city:

Atlanta Jewelry Show

Neighborhood: Cobb

If you’re an industry professional in the market for new bling, you can expect to find an assortment of vendors at the Atlanta Jewelry Show. Attendees can look forward to a gallery featuring a curated collection of top industry vendors and designers, a signature collection featuring fashion forward and trendy pieces and more.

Where: Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway SE

When: Friday, March 1, at 10 a.m.

Gardening 101: The Basics

Neighborhood: West End

Get your green thumb back in the swing of things with a Gardening 101 class at Truly Living Well Collegetown Farm. The $30 admission to the class will grant attendees the opportunity to take part in an interactive discussion on composting, garden planning, year-round planting, seed saving, and more.

Where: Truly Living Well Collegetown Farm, 324 Lawton Street NW

When: Saturday, March 2, at 10 a.m.

AAP Leadership Luncheon With Common

Neighborhood: Downtown

Soak up some knowledge from rapper/actor Common while also supporting a great cause, during the AAP Leadership Luncheon. The entertainer and philanthropist will detail how he was able to mesh his experience in Hollywood with his social justice work.

Where: Hyatt Regency Atlanta, 265 Peachtree Street NE

When: Saturday, March 2, at 11:30 a.m.

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

Neighborhood: Midtown

Beer, bourbon and barbecue are all equally delicious on their own, so when the three are combined, you’re likely in store for something very special. For the fifth time, the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is heading to Atlanta for what it describes as its annual “pork-out.” Once you need a break from all the grub and libations, be sure to check out the festival’s various seminars and their gaming area.

Where: Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive NW

When: Saturday, March 2, at 12 noon

Mardi Gras On The Roof

Neighborhood: Old Fourth Ward

This weekend, The Roof at Ponce City Market will be the place to be for Mardi Gras. In addition to holding a Mardi Gras party, The Roof will host a crawfish boil that includes whole boiled crawfish, andouille sausage, corn on the cob, red potatoes and more.

Where: The Roof, 675 Ponce De Leon Avenue NE

When: Saturday, March 2, at 3 p.m.

2019 Monster Energy Supercross

Neighborhood: Downtown

The home of Atlanta United and the Atlanta Falcons will soon be transformed into a dirt track for the Monster Energy Supercross. The Supercross will be preceded by a FanFest that will take place in the Home Depot Backyard.

Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 1 AMB Drive NW

When: Saturday, March 2, at 6: 30 p.m.

Atlanta United Watch Party

Neighborhood: West Midtown

It seems like it was just yesterday that the entire city celebrated Atlanta United’s win at the MLS Cup. The first game of the season is set to take place this weekend, and UrbanTree Cidery will hold a special viewing to celebrate the occasion. Attendees can enjoy cider flights and cider cocktails as they watch the game on a projector.

Where: UrbanTree Cidery, 1465 Howell Mill Road NW

When: Sunday, March 3, at 6 p.m.