Trade your flip flops for snow boots this winter for a flurry of fun at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands! Coming to Margaritaville at Lanier Islands November 16th, is License to Chill — Jimmy Buffett's version of snow island. License to Chill … [Read more...]
Forced Family Fun
We’ve all been there. You get a “free” day in your weekend, and the debate over “what are we going to do?” is imminent. Forced Family Fun is just that: it is an activity that should have a little something in it for everyone in your group. It will keep Dad happy, as well as your unwilling-to –join-in teen. Have Grandma and Grandpa coming in for a visit? We have suggestions for activities that will, at the very least, make for an entertaining experience for everyone. Whether you are the outdoorsy type, or more of a museum buff, we can recommend something. We can’t guarantee you won’t get eye rolls initially, but we can give you some great suggestions, even for the hardest to please of family members. If you are looking for a place to enjoy with your family north of Atlanta in the suburbs of Acworth, Alpharetta, Canton, Cumming, Marietta, Roswell, Woodstock and more - enjoy our unique recommendations for Forced Family Fun!
Haunted Houses… if you dare!
Believe it or not, some people LOVE Haunted Houses! Apparently, they enjoy the anticipation of the unknown around each corner, the thrill of being scared and the fear of the unknown... I am not one of those people. I just want to enjoy all of the … [Read more...]
Corn Mazes OTP
Fall is almost officially here and a great way to have some wholesome family fun is by getting lost in a corn maze. Here are some great ones we've found OTP! One maze you can visit is Uncle Shuck's Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch in Dawsonville, just north … [Read more...]
Six Flags Over GA’s Newest Ride
Pandemonium, Six Flags Over Georgia's newest ride will debut in Spring 2019. Towering a staggering 15-stories tall, this impressive giant disk will reach speeds up to 70 miles per hour as it whips back and forth, higher and higher giving riders an … [Read more...]
Atlanta Area Businesses Participate in #AtlantaKindness
Several Atlanta restaurants and entertainment destinations are extending a warm welcome to Hurricane Florence evacuees by offering discounts and special promotions to those in need this weekend. Atkins Park Restaurant and Bar (Virginia Highland) Kids eat … [Read more...]
Owl-O-Ween Hot Air Balloon Festival & Costume Party
Owl-O-Ween is Atlanta’s largest hot air balloon festival and costume party. The Kennesaw State University Sports + Entertainment Park is thrilled to announce the return of this two-day event (Presented by Zaxby’s). 2018 marks six consecutive years for … [Read more...]
Apple Picking and Pumpkin Patches
'Tis the season to pick apples and visit pumpkin patches - so many to choose from! Here is a quick reference for what Scoop thinks are the best in OTP (and a little bit north) for all the fall fun you can handle! Plus, read all about the Truett's Rock … [Read more...]
Are you ready for some football?
As the high school football teams start their scrimmage games under the Friday night lights, it also means that college and the professional teams are about to kick off the season. Here's a few events around town that may interest you: Taco Mac … [Read more...]
Lake Allatoona Day Use Areas & Acworth Water Slide
Updated for 2018 It's time to enjoy Lake Allatoona before summer's over. This Florida girl misses her beaches, and these OTP lake access areas at least get your feet in the sand! There are several beaches and day use areas. Entrance to the parks … [Read more...]
Strawberry Picking
It's strawberry picking season! This is one of those events where you have visions of this beautiful day, picking fresh fruit with your child. In reality -- it is a fun day that maybe also include a bug bite, a trip and fall, and most likely, some sweat! … [Read more...]
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