Spring Break Festivals for Everyone

Looking for something to do this Spring Break? Well look no further, because the following is a list of some of the hottest spring break festivals in America.

Atlanta Dogwood Festival

The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is one of the places to be. This festival celebrates the annual blooming of the Dogwood (hence the name). For three days each spring, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival keeps thousands enjoyed with live music, crafts, food and family-friendly activities.

Be sure to attend the U.S. Disc Dog Southern Nationals. This competition will feature some of the top frisbie catching dogs in the world. Other attractions at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival include face painting and rock climbing for the kids. A lot of the profits go to charity foundations and organizations, so you can have fun and know you're helping at the same time! Musical entertainment at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival will be provided and can range from bluegrass and country to rock and soul. The event itself is free!

Going on from April 17-19, 2009 at Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GA.

For more information visit:

www.dogwood.org

Family Spring Break Days Festival At Silver Dollar City

This March, have fun at Silver Dollar City's new Family Spring Break Days Festival! Bring the entire family and enjoy a special spring break preview of the Silver Dollar City Theme Parks! Enjoy Silver Dollar City's fantastic rides, unique shops and special performances throughout the entire park. It's a great way to get outdoors and be with family and friends! Entertainment will never be in shortage and it's a sure place to have fun!

Happening March 19 to March 27 at Silver Dollar City, Branson, MO

For more information visit:

http://www.bransongrandplaza.com/event_info/MO/Branson/39/Family-Spring-Break-Days-Festival-At-Silver-Dollar-City.html

Atlanta Film Festival

The annual Atlanta Film Festival shows independent films from all over the globe. Essential viewing for independent film fanatics, movie fans and filmmakers, the Atlanta Film Festival screens more than 150 films in a little over a week. Cinematic entries in the Atlanta Film Festival include a variety of genres including documentaries, narratives, foreign films, experimental film, animation and local productions. The Atlanta Film Festival is also an Academy Award qualifier for narrative short films.

Also on the Atlanta Film Festival agenda are awards ceremonies, opening- and closing-night galas, and panel discussions. Among the participants in the Atlanta, Georgia Film Festival is an international array of filmmakers and movie industry representatives. Dont miss a chance to talk about movies with well-known actors and directors! A big event for any movie lovers or actors just looking to have a good time. Free to the public. Visitors arriving by private vehicle may expect to pay $5 to $20 in nearby parking lots.

Occurring in early April in Atlanta, GA

For more information visit:

www.atlantafilmfestival.com

Arizona Aloha Festival

During this festival there are several stages of live entertainment, including music, dance, and lectures of Hawaii and Polynesia. The Island Marketplace is huge, with vendors offering traditional crafts such as fresh flower leis, baskets, hats, carved bone necklaces, and tapa cloth. Crafts are the main attraction at this event, because the islanders pride themselves on their unique methods of transforming everyday items into treasure. There are also island wood products, and Hawaiian jewelry, surfer shorts, Hawaiian coffee, and Hawaiian music. Dont miss the chance to experience Hawii without actually traveling to the island. The food court offers traditional American snacks, but be sure to try some of the favorite foods of the people of Hawaii and the South Pacific. Exotic dishes can include kahlua pig, manapua, haupia, Vilo Vilo chicken, or Spam musubi. Children can make island crafts to take with them. On Sunday afternoon, the Island Jam offers an open invitation for everyone to dance. A very laid back and friendly festival so feel free to join! It is FREE for everyone.

This event will be held March 14 and 15 at Tempe Beach Park, Tempe, Arizona.

For more information visit:

www.phoenix.about.com and look up Arizona Aloha Festival

Stone Mountain Park Spring FUN Break

Go to Stone Mountain Park if you're looking for fun, action, and adventure. Climb high up in the trees on the all new Sky Hike, America's largest adventure ropes course. Also be sure to attend Storytelling, Backyard Circus and much more. Stone Mountain Park's Adventure Pass guarantees a full day for the family with access to all of the Spring FUN Break Festival activities. And if that wasn't enough, everyone will be able to play at all of Stone Mountain Park's attractions including the Great Locomotive Chase Adventure Golf, the Summit Sky ride,the scenic train ride, the Antebellum Plantation & Farmyard and the museums. The Laser show Spectacular can be seen only from April 4-11 during Spring FUN Break.

An Adventure Pass** gives your family access to all of the Spring FUN Break activities and Stone Mountain Park's attractions. The Adventure Pass* is $26 for adults and $21 children ages 3-11 (tax not included). Become a Mountain Member and attend Spring FUN Break for FREE.

Parking permit required for vehicle entry to the Park - $8.00 for a one-day permit or $35 for an annual permit.

Happening April 4-12 at Stone Mountain Park, Atlanta, GA

For more information visit:

www.stonemountainpark.com