My, oh my, do I have another weekend packed full of fun things to do! There are events for the nature-lover, the basketball player, the Poke'man player, and more. There will also be Atlanta's annual St. Patrick's Day parade. It looks like the weather will cooperate for all the events, so grab your kids and go do something fun this weekend!
1. Basketball Fun
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When: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 12
Where: The Arena at Gwinnet, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, Georgia 30097. Parking information here.
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Why Go: Have you always wanted to see the legendary Harlem Globetrotters perform? Well, this is your chance. Take the family and go experience a one-of-kind event. In addition to their famous tricks and antics, they have implemented two new four-point spots (12-feet beyond the NBA's three-point line), which will lead to an even more exciting game to watch.
Pricing: $14.50-$150. Online Box Ofice.
2. Test Your Building Skills
What: B
When: 10 a.m., Saturday, March 12
Where: Your local Lowe's Store
Why Go: Your little builder (ages 5 and older) will enjoy building their very own toy basketball game with you or other family and friends. At the end of the event, children get to take it home and show everyone how it works!
Pricing: Free!
3. Discover Nature
What: Hiking at Arabia Mountain
When: 7 a.m. - sunset, daily nature preserve hours
Where: Arabia Mountain, 3787 Klondike Road, Lithonia, GA 30038. 770-484-3060. Trail is located near the west entrance of Stonecrest Mall.
Why Go: If you and your family are nature lovers, then this is the place to be. Hike over rocks the size of football fields, see streams and waterfalls, and visit a 100-acre farm. Spring is blooming at Arabia Mountain, so you are sure to see flowers, moss, trees and all the little critters that seem to appear, as well. The preserve has hiking, walking and biking trails.
Pricing: Free!
4. Poke'mon Madness
What: Poke'mon Mall Tour at Discover Mills
When: March 12-13.
Where: Discover Mills Mall, 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043. (678) 847-5000.
Why Go: Does your kid love Poke'man? Well then, this is the place to be this weekend. The Nintendo Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version video games will be at Discover Mills this weekend only. Your kids will get the chance to play the demo game and meet Pokémon characters: Snivy, Tepig and Oshawott, as well. The mall is hosting several other activities, including contests and prizes.
BONUS: Free movie -- Pokémon—Zoroark: Master of Illusions, a feature-length film to be shown at the AMC movie theatre. Showtimes are 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 6 p.m. Limited tickets are sold only at the Pokémon information booth, so come early.
Pricing: Some events are free, and other special events have additional fees. Call Discover Mills for more information at (678) 847-5000.
5. St. Patrick's Day Parade
What: Atlanta's 129th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
When: 11 a.m., opening performance; 12 p.m., parade; and 2 p.m., family fun at Underground Atlanta, Saturday, March 13.
Where: Parade begins at Peachtree Street at the corner of Ralph McGill and proceeds down Peachtree Street, past Woodruff Park and Decatur Street. Parade takes a right turn onto Pryor Street and finishes at Underground Atlanta.
Parking: Atlanta Underground decks. You may also take MARTA to Civic Center Station, or at Civic Center. Plan to be there early for best parking and parade watching spots!
Why Go: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this spectacular annual event filled to the brim with fun stuff for you and your family. More than 250 parade units including floats, marching bands, clowns, animals, fire trucks, police vehicles, and more. The family event at Underground Atlanta will include performances by drill teams, Irish dancers, singers and others. Of course there will be tons of great food.
Pricing: Parade and performances are free! Food, drink, and parking prices vary.
