We’ve lined up lots of fun activities to keep your little ones busy before school starts. The EAST COBBER Frugal FunMom is proud to bring you the best frugal field trips for the family! Have a great last week of summer break, everybody!
SATURDAY, JULY 23
Christmas in July on the Marietta Square. Santa will be visiting with guests in Glover Park from 10am-2pm and families can enjoy Christmas all around the square, the farmers market, and artisan market.
The day will also include specials, raffles, and giveaways. Both Marietta City Schools and Cobb Christmas will be taking donations at the event. Enjoy some mid-summer cheer and celebrate Christmas in July in Marietta!
Cost: Free
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta 30060
More info: https://www.mariettaga.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3754
SUNDAY, JULY 24
Take a swim at Sewell Park Pool.
Don’t let summer slip by without another dip in the pool.
Cost: Residents: $3.50/Children 3-17; $4.50/Adults. Non-Residents: $5.25/Children 3-17; $6.75/Adults
Time: 1-4pm (Saturdays & Sundays in July)
Location: Sewell Park Pool, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30067
For more info: https://www.cobbcounty.org/parks/recreation/aquatics/sewell-park-pool
MONDAY, JULY 25
Encanto Sing-Along
Are we talking about Bruno? Are we singing about Bruno?! Before you head back to school, come sing yours hearts out to the hit movie Encanto! Encanto will be projected on the wall of the Children’s Program Room at Switzer Library. Coloring pages will be available in the back of the room. The room is dark enough to see the movie but is sensory-friendly.
Cost: Free
Time: 2-3:40pm
Location: Switzer Library, 266 Roswell Street, Marietta 30066
For more info: https://www.cobbcounty.org/library/events/encanto-back-school-sing-along
TUESDAY, JULY 26
Avenue Kids
If the warm weather has your family yearning to get out and mingle, head over to the Avenue East Cobb and met some animal friends at Avenue Kids. The children will have the opportunity to interact with some friendly goats, pigs, rabbits, sheep, and more! Hop a ride around Avenue East Cobb with the little ones on Avenue Express! Avenue Kids is recommended for children under 7.
Cost: Free activities. Train ride: $6
Time: 4-6pm
Location: Avenue East Cobb, 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta 30062
For more info: https://avenueeastcobb.com/events/avenue-kids/
WEDNESDAY, JULY 27
Kids Play Wednesday Series featuring My Reptile Guys
Enjoy crafts, activities and featured guests, My Reptile Guys, that will engage kids in a fun and educational way. A parent or guardian must stay with each child during the program and this is best suited for ages 4-9. Register at the link below.
Cost: Free, but registration required
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: The Works — Upper Westside Atlanta, at the SpurgStage, 1295 Chattahoochee Avenue Northwest, Atlanta 30318
For more info/Registration: https://theworksatl.com/event/happy-campers-kids-play-wednesdays-july-27/
THURSDAY, JULY 28
Park Fun!
Enjoy a refreshing day outdoors at Morgan Falls Overlook Park in Sandy Springs. Hike on one of the many walking trails, fish with your kids, and have some fun on the park playground. There’s plenty of fun for everyone in the family!
Cost: Free
Time: Sunrise- sunset
Location: Morgan Falls Overlook Park, 200 Morgan Falls Road, Sandy Springs 30350
For more info: https://www.sandyspringsga.gov/places/morgan-falls-overlook-park
FRIDAY, JULY 29
Fireworks and Concert Rescheduled at City Green Live
The Smithereens, with guest vocalist Marshall Crenshaw, will be the featured act. The fireworks will light the night sky immediately following the concert (approximately 10pm). Food and beverages can be pre-ordered until 3pm on Tuesday, July 26. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a 4th of July do-over!
Cost: Free
Time: Lawn opens at 4pm, Concert at 7:30pm, Fireworks at approximately 10pm
Location: City Green, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs 30328
For more info: https://www.sandyspringsga.gov/news/fireworks-celebration-rescheduled