The Atlanta Dogwood festival will celebrate 90 years at next month’s annual event. Held each year in April, the weekend festivities are a spring tradition that marks the blooming of the many trees that line the city streets.
In April 1936 the city invited visitors to the first dogwood festival started by Walter Rich, a department store owner. Rich wanted Atlanta to be known around the world for its dogwood trees, most of which were planted by individuals and garden clubs as a way to beautify the landscape.
Music and art are a large part of the modern festival events. Hundreds of artists participate each year in a juried festival featuring multiple art disciplines. The artist market attracts some of the country’s top painters, sculptors, potters and other crafters. In addition, the festival places a spotlight on young artists as it hosts the Atlanta High School Art Exhibition.
Individual and group musicians and performers will provide entertainment through shows on both the Main Stage and the International Stage. For children, the festival will offer puppet shows, craft projects, face painting and more.
Food trucks and beverage stands will be set up to offer festival refreshments. Entrepreneurs who participate in large community events such as this often use flyer printing as part of their advertising.
The 90th Atlanta Dogwood Festival will be held April 10-12, 2026 in Piedmont Park.
