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The Beautiful Block Party
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The Beautiful Block Party

The Beautiful Block Party

It’s time to celebrate the beautiful game in Acworth! On Thursday, June 25, the City of Acworth will host The Beautiful Block Party downtown on Center Street, screening three live international soccer matches from 4pm-12am. Come celebrate the excitement of the event in Historic Downtown Acworth! This will be a public viewing of the matches between: 4pm: Ecuador v. Germany 7pm: Tunisia v. Netherlands 10pm: Turkey v. USA The Beautiful Block Party will take place on Center Street behind Henry’s Louisiana Grill and in front READ MORE

Taylor Aubrey2026-06-18T11:20:23-04:00June 12, 2026|

Ribbon Cutting in Celebration of the Expanding Horizons and Acworth Achievers

Mayor Allegood, Alderman Tim Houston, Alderwoman Kimberly Haase, and the City Team were thrilled to host a ribbon cutting on Thursday, March 19 in honor of the newly renovated North Cobb Rotary Club Learning & Leadership Center for the Acworth Expanding Horizons Program! This space, which had not been renovated since 2013, serves as a home-base for the Expanding Horizons and Acworth Achievers, and will continue to offer a positive and supportive environment to students for years to come. The City is incredibly grateful to READ MORE

Haley Hunter2026-03-24T08:19:02-04:00March 20, 2026|

Proclamation Celebrating Georgia Arbor Day

At the Thursday, February 19 regular city council meeting, Mayor Allegood presented the annual Georgia Arbor Day Proclamation to Lori Perkins, Chair of the Acworth Tree Commission and the Acworth Community Garden Manager! She was accompanied by our Acworth Parks, Recreation, and Community Resource Department Business Manager Ash Jordan Fox and Director Kim Watt. The City of Acworth has received its Tree City USA designation since 1998 by the National Arbor Day Foundation, and will continue its tree-planting practices through the commission, and with the READ MORE

Haley Hunter2026-02-24T15:33:37-05:00February 24, 2026|

Horizon Ability Gala
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Horizon Ability Gala

Horizon Ability Gala

The Special Needs Development Group invites you to the 2026 Cobb EMC Foundation Horizon Ability Gala. The Gala will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026, at the Tanyard Creek Overlook (Acworth Community Center) and includes a night of culinary delights, live entrainment, dancing and a silent action—all for a remarkable cause. Proceeds from the Gala go directly to the Horizon League and will help to continue to keep registration costs down and offer quality programs. Within the last several years, businesses and residents of READ MORE

Taylor Aubrey2026-02-16T16:07:57-05:00February 16, 2026|

Taste of Acworth
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Taste of Acworth

Taste of Acworth

The Taste of Acworth is an annual event that will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The City of Acworth partners with the Acworth Business Association and JRM Management to host this event on Main Street in Downtown Acworth. This event benefits numerous local schools and charities in our community. Approximately 18,000 visitors taste their way through this collection of delicacies every year and it is expected to evolve tremendously! There are over 150 booths from local restaurants READ MORE

Daulton Hill2026-01-22T10:42:59-05:00January 22, 2026|

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating Rena Henton Theatre

The City team joined Mayor Allegood and Acworth Cultural Arts on Thursday, January 15, for a ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of the Rena Henton Theatre at the Roberts School Community and Education Center. The new black box theater is named after beloved Acworth resident, Rena Henton, who lived in her home on Cherokee Street for over 70 years before it was tragically destroyed by fire in 1988. Remembered as a familiar and caring presence to so many in the community, her story, resilience, READ MORE

Haley Hunter2026-01-21T16:40:24-05:00January 16, 2026|

Breakfast with the Grinch
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Breakfast with the Grinch

Breakfast with the Grinch

He's been on the naughty list but he's trying to be nice. The Acworth Parks, Recreation, and Community Resource Department is excited to host Breakfast with the Grinch Presented by JD's Bar-B-Que at the Acworth Community Center again on Saturday, December 12, 2026. Enjoy breakfast while the Grinch visits each table for photo opportunities and to share Christmas wishes. After breakfast, the Grinch will join us as we create Grinch-themed ornaments and crafts. Space is limited and you must register each person attending or reserve READ MORE

Daulton Hill2026-01-22T11:14:03-05:00November 11, 2025|

Ripple Effect: The Great Lake Clean-Up
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Ripple Effect: The Great Lake Clean-Up

Ripple Effect: The Great Lake Clean-Up

Ripple Effect: The Great Lake Clean-Up is hosted by the Lake Allatoona Association, and will take place on Saturday, October 3 at Cauble Park. Murf's Surf will be on-site to provide paddleboard rentals to volunteers who would like to help in and around the lake! To register for volunteer opportunities, visit here: 2026 GLAC Volunteer Registration

Haley Hunter2026-07-15T16:05:59-04:00September 8, 2025|

Acworth Beer & Wine Fest
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Acworth Beer & Wine Fest

Acworth Beer & Wine Fest

The annual Acworth Beer & Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Logan Farm Park. Come out and join us and enjoy over 100 craft beers, wine, live music, great food, and TONS of fun! This event is for people 21 and older, no kids or pets will be allowed. Tickets include event entry, souvenir cup, unlimited beer and wine samples, and entertainment! Designated Driver tickets will be available at the gate. For all additional details, to view the beer list, READ MORE

Daulton Hill2025-07-16T15:08:48-04:00July 16, 2025|

Presentation by the Rotary Club of North Cobb to thank the Mayor and Board of Aldermen for their continued support of Smoke on the Lake

At the Thursday, June 5 regular city council meeting, Rotary Club of North Cobb members expressed gratitude to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen for the city’s support for the 2025 annual Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival that raised significant funds despite weather challenges this year. Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival is an annual event held at Logan Farm Park in partnership with North Cobb Rotary, Acworth Business Association, and the Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department, and serves as one of READ MORE

Haley Hunter2025-06-11T11:45:29-04:00June 10, 2025|