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Celebrate the holiday season in the heart of Atlanta! ✨🎄 Whether you're planning a company holiday party, a festive gathering with friends, or an elegant winter celebration, Piedmont Park Conservancy offers unique venues and beautiful settings to bring everyone together. Our Venue Rentals team is here to help you find the perfect space and bring your holiday celebration to life. Best of all, every event hosted at one of our venues helps support the year-round care and preservation of Piedmont Park. 💚 Holiday dates are filling up! Explore our venues and start planning your celebration through the Venue Rentals link in our bio

Fall at Piedmont Park's Green Market! 🍂🍎 From fresh seasonal produce to locally made goods and handmade finds, there's plenty to discover while enjoying a fall morning in the Park. We're grateful for the local farmers, artisans, and small businesses who bring Green Market to life each week, and for the community that continues to show up and support them! 💚 🍁 Join us on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and enjoy the season with us!

Fall is finding its way to Piedmont Park! 🍂💚 From leaves beginning to change color to peaceful walks along tree-lined paths, there's plenty to enjoy as the season settles in. Whether you're taking a stroll, relaxing by the lake, or simply enjoying the scenery, it's a beautiful time to experience the Park. What's your favorite way to enjoy fall in Piedmont Park? 🍁

There's a good chance you've seen the work of our individual volunteers during a visit to Piedmont Park, even if you didn't realize it! 🌳💚 They're the people helping keep the Park clean through Pitch In and Pick Up, planting and mulching during Stewardship Saturdays, sharing stories of the Park's past as History Tour Docents, and lending a hand at community events. And those are just a few of the ways they contribute! We're grateful for the individuals who share their time and talents to help care for Piedmont Park and make it a welcoming place for everyone. Want to be part of it? Explore individual volunteer opportunities through the Volunteer link in our bio.

November brings new ways to enjoy Piedmont Park. 🍂💚 Get creative, spend time outdoors, connect with others, and enjoy seasonal experiences throughout the month. This calendar highlights programs and events hosted by Piedmont Park Conservancy. To explore additional happenings across the Park, including those organized by other groups, visit our full website calendar. Interested in joining a program? Availability can change throughout the month, so we encourage you to check out our website for the latest openings and registration details. Comment “LINK” and we’ll send you a direct message with more information, or visit the Programs link in our bio. Community Partners: @paperandpenny @scrapatl

Happy Halloween! Planning an event shouldn't be a scary experience! From choosing the perfect venue to bringing your vision to life, event planning can sometimes feel like a haunted house full of surprises. But fear not! At Piedmont Park Conservancy, our team is here to guide you through the process, help you navigate the details, and make planning your next event a treat — not a trick. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate gathering, celebration, or special event, we have the perfect space waiting for you in the heart of Atlanta. 💚 Visit the Venue Rental page through the link in our bio.

Meet the Paws of Piedmont! 🐾🌳 We’re excited to introduce a new series celebrating some of the four-legged friends who make Piedmont Park such a special place to explore, play and spend time together. First up: meet Wells and Winston, two corgi brothers who love their morning hangouts at the Park. 💚 Wells and Winston, are self-described “Velcro dogs” who are never too far from their people—or each other. They love attention, puzzle games and dental treats (good hygiene is very important to these two!). And with their natural herding instincts, there’s usually no question about who’s keeping the pack together. Thanks to their parent, @ericatreadwell, for introducing us to Wells and Winston! Keep an eye out for more of the pets we meet around Piedmont Park. 🐶

We got creative at Piedmont Park during our recent Block Printing: Seasonal Cards workshop! 🍂🖐️ Participants joined Heather Baker of @paperandpenny to carve their own linocut designs and turn them into a set of handmade seasonal cards. Just in time for Halloween, Heather guided the group through the process from carving to printing, while each participant brought their own style to playful pumpkins, ghosts, and other seasonal designs. It was such a fun way to spend an evening learning a new technique and making something by hand. 🎃👻💚 Explore more upcoming workshops and programs through the link in our bio.

We can't wait to see Piedmont Park filled with handmade lanterns at this year's Lantern Parade & Lighting Ceremony on November 22! ✨ Have your Light Up the Season Lantern-Making Kit ready? Follow along with our step-by-step video tutorial to assemble, decorate, and light your lantern. Add your own creative touches to make it one of a kind! Don't have a kit yet? There are still ways to get ready for the parade! 🏮 November 10: Join us at Community Craft Night to make your lantern with us. Free kits available while supplies last. 🏮 November 21: Pick up a free lantern kit at the Piedmont Park Green Market while supplies last, then make it at home! Or use your own materials and create a lantern entirely from scratch (check out our other video for inspiration)! ✨ Lantern Parade & Lighting Ceremony 📅 Sunday, November 22 🏮 Lantern-Making Party at 3:30 p.m. | Parade at 5 p.m. 📍 Parade begins at Greystone in Piedmont Park The celebration is free and open to everyone, and you don't need a lantern to participate! RSVP and learn more about Light Up the Season through the link in our bio.

We can't wait to see Piedmont Park filled with handmade lanterns at this year's Lantern Parade & Lighting Ceremony on November 22! Want to create your own? Follow along with our step-by-step DIY tutorial to assemble, decorate, and light your lantern. Add your favorite craft materials and creative touches to make it your own, then bring it along as we celebrate Light Up the Season together! 🏮 Lantern Parade & Lighting Ceremony 📅 Sunday, November 22 ✨ Festivities begin at 3:30 p.m. | Parade at 5 p.m. 📍 Piedmont Park The celebration is free and open to everyone! RSVP and learn more about Light Up the Season through the link in our bio.

We got into the Halloween spirit at Piedmont Park during last night's Hand Embroidery Workshop: Halloween Edition! 🎃🧵 Participants joined Sarah Roberts of @quiet_hours to learn embroidery techniques and stitch their own moonlit Atlanta skylines, a fitting project for spooky season. 🌙 Thank you to Sarah for sharing her craft and to everyone who joined us for an evening of creativity, community, and supporting local artists! Explore more upcoming workshops and programs through the link in our bio.

A little spooky, a little creative, and a lot of fun. 🎃🌿 At our recent Cemeterium: Halloween Terrarium Workshop, participants joined Travis Ronis of @overall_designs to build their own seasonal terrariums, complete with plants, decorative details, and plenty of personality. We loved seeing everyone put their own spin on the theme and leave with something uniquely their own. 💚 Want to join us for another creative program in the Park? Visit our Programs page through the link in our bio to see what’s coming up next.

Who's a good dog? Who deserves their very own bench? 🐶💚 We might be a little biased, but we think every pup in Piedmont Park is worthy of a little recognition. Celebrate your favorite four-legged friend with a personalized bench plaque in one of our Dog Parks through the Adopt-a-Bench program. Because being a very good dog deserves a little something extra. Learn more at the link in our bio.

Can we talk about last week's wedding at Piedmont Park?! 💍✨ Beautiful weather, gorgeous details, and a setting right in the heart of Atlanta. From the first look at the venue to the final touches, everything came together for a celebration worth remembering. 💚 One of our favorite things about hosting weddings is seeing how each couple transforms the space to reflect their own style and vision. And last week's celebration certainly gave us plenty to admire! Have a wedding on the horizon? Come see what makes Piedmont Park such a wonderful place to say “I do.” Explore our venues and connect with our Venue Rentals team through the link in our bio. 📸 @erindealphotography

Midtown Quality of Life spent years bringing neighbors together and working on behalf of the Midtown community. Following the organization’s sunset in 2025, MQL members chose to commemorate its years of service through the Conservancy’s Adopt-a-Bench program. Now, MQL’s story has a place in the Park—a place to pause, reflect, and remember the work that brought people together. 🌳💚 Want to create a meaningful connection to Piedmont Park that lasts? Explore commemorative giving opportunities, including Adopt-a-Bench, through the link in our bio.

When autumn leaves begin to gather beneath Piedmont Park’s trees, they become part of the care that keeps the Park thriving. 🍂🌳 Our Operations team puts them back to work around trees, where they can act as a natural mulch. As the leaves break down, they help retain soil moisture, moderate soil temperatures, reduce weeds, and return organic matter to the soil. From everyday landscape care to long-term improvements, stewardship is in the details—and those details help keep Piedmont Park healthy, beautiful, and welcoming for everyone who spends time here. 💚 You can put fallen leaves to work at home, too! Try leaving a layer of leaves around your own trees to help nourish and protect the soil.

✨ One month until our Lantern Parade & Lighting Ceremony! 🏮 Light Up the Season returns to Piedmont Park this November, bringing our community together for a season of light, celebration and connection. On November 22, our annual Lighting Ceremony returns with an exciting new addition: a Lantern Parade! Join us for an evening of lantern-making, music and festive fun, culminating in the lighting of the Park's Great Tree, Menorah and Kinara. Festivities begin at 3:30 p.m., with the parade stepping off at 5 p.m. Free and open to all! RSVP and explore the full season of events at the link in our bio.

At our recent Crochet Workshop 101: Basics, participants learned the building blocks of crochet—from key concepts and chain stitches to single crochet—while practicing together and building confidence along the way. 🧶💚 With hooks, yarn, and plenty of patience, everyone left with a new skill to keep practicing at home. Interested in learning something new with Piedmont Park Conservancy? Explore upcoming workshops and programs through the link in our bio.

🍂🌳 Our Fall Fun Camp brought a week of outdoor play, hands-on learning, and STEAM-focused activities as campers in grades K–5 explored Piedmont Park and learned more about the plants and animals that call it home. We loved seeing their curiosity, creativity, and energy come to life throughout the Park. 💚

The holiday season is just around the corner! ✨ Now is the perfect time to start planning your company holiday party, winter gala, or New Year’s celebration in the heart of Piedmont Park. From festive gatherings to elegant corporate events, our venues offer a memorable setting to bring your team together, celebrate the season, and toast to a wonderful year. Celebrate the season. Make memories. Give back to the Park. 💚 Holiday dates are booking now, so now’s a great time to save your preferred date.

From quiet mornings to active afternoons, Piedmont Park creates space for people to experience the outdoors in their own way, season after season. We’re thankful for partners like @Officialkpga who help support community experiences in the Park.

A big thank you to our Corporate Volunteer Partner Balentine for another day of giving back to Piedmont Park! 🌳💚 Their team got to work adding fresh mulch around trees throughout the Park. Mulch does more than tidy up the landscape — it helps protect tree roots, retain moisture, reduce weeds, and support healthier growing conditions. We’re grateful to the Balentine team for bringing their time, energy, and teamwork back to the Park. Thank you for making a meaningful difference through another day of hands-on care!

At our recent Community Craft Night, participants brought a little of the outdoors into their creative process, using natural inspiration alongside recycled materials from Scraplanta to explore new ideas and create together. 🎨🌳 We love making space for the community to slow down, create, and connect in new ways. 💚 Want to join us for an upcoming program? Visit the Featured Programs page through the link in our bio to see what’s coming up next.

From quiet corners beneath the trees to the wildlife that calls the Park home, there’s always something new to spot along the way. 🌳🐿️ Slow down, take a look around, and enjoy the small details that make Piedmont Park feel alive.

A park this special doesn't stay that way on its own. 🌳 Every day, Piedmont Park Conservancy's Operations team works behind the scenes to care for the Park's more than 200 acres- from maintaining landscapes and caring for the trees and gardens to repairing infrastructure and keeping spaces welcoming for millions of visitors each year. Their work is at the heart of our commitment to protecting, maintaining, and improving Piedmont Park, ensuring it remains a place for Atlanta to gather, connect, and enjoy for generations to come.

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Atlanta Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 Piedmont Park has been part of the many love stories - first dates, anniversaries, proposals, weddings, and all the ordinary moments in between. This Pride weekend, we're celebrating LGBTQ+ love in all its forms and all the stories still being written. And for those moments worth gathering for, the Conservancy's venues are proud to offer beautiful space to celebrate right here in the heart of Atlanta 💚 Here's to love, joy, and being exactly who you are.

Piedmont Park is honored to be the site selected by Dr. Fayron Epps for her BenchMark for Science Project commemorative bench, celebrating her work as a nationally recognized nurse, scholar, and educator. Founded by Denetra Hampton, the BenchMark for Science Project honors changemakers in science, culture, and health through storytelling benches in community parks. Piedmont Park is proud to be the third site to receive this honor and to provide a lasting place to share Dr. Epps’ story and impact.

A big thank you to The Home Depot for spending time giving back to Piedmont Park! 🌳🧡 As a Guardian Sponsor of Piedmont Park Conservancy, The Home Depot continues to support the Park in meaningful ways—including hands-on service alongside our team. We’re grateful for their continued partnership and for the time and energy this team brought to helping care for Piedmont Park. 💚

Art, fresh air, and plenty of Piedmont Park inspiration 🎨🌳 Recently, artists from Virginia Highland Plein Air set up throughout the Park, capturing the scenery around them and turning those views into original works of art. We loved seeing Piedmont Park through their eyes and are grateful for their support of the Park. 💚 Thank you to the artists and everyone who stopped by to celebrate local creativity with us.

✨ A New Tradition Is Coming to Light Up the Season ✨ Light Up the Season is getting even brighter this year with a new Lantern Parade before our Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, November 22. 🏮✨ Beginning at 3:30 p.m., join us for lantern-making, live music and holiday cheer before the parade makes its way through Piedmont Park, culminating in the lighting of the Park’s Great Tree, Menorah and Kinara. It’s an evening designed to bring friends, families, and neighbors together as we celebrate the season in Atlanta’s Green Heart. 💚 And the celebration continues throughout Light Up the Season, with seasonal programs, creative workshops and festive experiences planned throughout November and December.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Splish Splash Doggie Bash 2026! From first jumps in the pool to post-swim zoomies, it was such a joy seeing so many pups—and their people—spend the weekend with us at Piedmont Park. 🐶💦 By joining us for Splish Splash, you also helped support the care of Piedmont Park’s Dog Parks throughout the year. Thank you for making the weekend so much fun while giving back to a place our four-legged Park fans enjoy year-round. 💚 Couldn’t make it but still want to support Piedmont Park’s Dog Parks? Make a gift online through the link in our bio. Already looking forward to next year? Save the date for October 2–3, 2027, and get ready to make another splash with us!

For Caroline and Cooper, Piedmont Park has been part of their story for years, making Magnolia Hall a meaningful setting for their rehearsal dinner . “Magnolia Hall was the perfect setting for our rehearsal dinner. With Piedmont Park holding so many special memories for Caroline and Cooper, the evening felt even more meaningful. It was a beautiful night filled with love, family, and memories to cherish.” — Dawn Brock, Mother of the Groom We’re grateful to have been part of such a special evening. 💚 Planning a rehearsal dinner, wedding, or celebration of your own? Explore our venues through the link in our bio.

During our recent Cider Making Workshop, community members pressed locally sourced apples into fresh cider from start to finish. There’s something about making cider the old-fashioned way that just feels like fall. 🍎🍂 From working the press to pouring the finished cider, the afternoon was full of learning, laughter, and plenty of well-earned sips. 💚 Want to join us for another cider-making workshop this fall? Check out upcoming dates through the link in our bio.

October brings a fresh season of ways to enjoy Piedmont Park 🍂 Whether you’re looking to get creative, try something new, spend time outdoors, or connect with others, there are plenty of ways to experience the Park this month. This calendar features Conservancy-hosted programs and events. Visit our website calendar to explore additional events happening throughout Piedmont Park. Comment “LINK” and we’ll send you a direct message with more information, or visit the Programs link in our bio. Community Partners: @overalldesigns @thequiethours @paperandpenny

During our recent Guided Workshop: Painting Flowers, participants joined instructor @bethbcullen to try a new approach to drawing and painting—starting their flowers upside down before flipping the canvas and bringing them to life in black and white. We loved seeing everyone try something new, get creative, and build confidence along the way. 💚 Explore more upcoming workshops and programs through the link in our bio.

A little September scene from Lake Clara Meer. 🦆🌿 Piedmont Park is still mostly green and the days are still warm, but the first signs of fall are beginning to appear. For now, we’re in that sweet spot between seasons—warm afternoons by the lake, cooler mornings, and a Park that’s just beginning to change.

A year ago today, Rachel and Mack celebrated their wedding surrounded by family, friends, and plenty of joy at Greystone. 💚 Happy 1st anniversary to you both! We’re so grateful you chose Piedmont Park and Greystone to be part of such a special day, and we wish you many more happy years together. If you’re dreaming up a celebration of your own, our venues offer beautiful spaces in the heart of Atlanta for weddings, special events, and everything in between. 📸 Photos by Marilyn Morgan Photography

A big thank you to our Corporate Volunteer Partner Capital One for spending the day giving back to Piedmont Park! 🌳💚 Their team got to work in the Small Dog Park, spreading 12.5 tons of mulch across the space. That mulch does more than refresh the landscape — it helps create a softer, fast-draining surface for dogs to enjoy and can stay cooler under the sun than other materials. We’re grateful to the Capital One team for bringing their time, energy, and teamwork to the Park. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact in just one day!

You know Piedmont Park—but how well do you know the Conservancy? 🌳💚 From free community programs and volunteer opportunities to long-term planning and the year-round work that happens across more than 200 acres, Piedmont Park Conservancy plays a role in the Park that extends far beyond what you might see during a visit. We’re sharing five things you might not know about the Conservancy and the work we do for Piedmont Park. Read more through the link in our bio.

Calling all Piedmont Park pups! 🐾 We’re giving away two sets of tickets to Splish Splash Doggie Bash, with each set good for two dogs and two people! To enter: 🐾 Share a photo of your pup at Piedmont Park 🐾 Include #SSDB2026Giveaway in your post 🐾 Make sure your post is public so we can find your entry Whether they’re exploring the trails, relaxing in the grass or enjoying their favorite spot in the Park, we want to see your Piedmont Park pups! 🌳🐶 Entries will be accepted through Thursday, September 24 at 12:00 p.m. ET, and two winners will be randomly selected and contacted by Piedmont Park Conservancy on Friday, September 25. Good luck—and we hope to see you and your pups at Splish Splash Doggie Bash! 💚 #SSDB2026Giveaway #SplishSplashDoggieBash #PiedmontPark

Shaky Knees got you thinking about your next big event? 👀 Okay… maybe not that big. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or an event for a few hundred guests, Piedmont Park Conservancy offers four unique venues for weddings, corporate events, galas, celebrations, festivals, and more. 🌳✨ And the best part? When you host your event with us, you’re giving back to the Park — 100% of venue rental revenue supports Piedmont Park. 💚 Ready to find the right space for your next event? Explore our venues through the link in our bio!

Looking for a meaningful way to spend your Saturday in Piedmont Park? Keep It Green Stewardship Saturdays take place on the first and third Saturday of each month from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., giving individuals, families, neighbors, and small groups the chance to help care for the Park. Recently, volunteers helped mulch the newly landscaped area along Park Drive, where three new benches will be installed, as well as trees near the Bocce Ball courts. You can also lend a hand at the Green Market, where volunteers support local farmers with setup and breakdown while spending time outdoors and giving back to the Park. Whether you’re helping care for the landscape or supporting the Market, Saturdays are a great opportunity to get involved, meet others, and make a difference in Piedmont Park. Interested in volunteering? Learn more and sign up through the link in our bio.

Last week, participants joined local artist Heather Baker of @paperandpenny for an afternoon of block printing in Piedmont Park. 🎨 After learning how to carve, ink and press their own designs, everyone put their new skills to work creating two matching bandanas—one for themselves and another for a friend (or four-legged one). 🐾 Thank you to Heather for sharing her craft with us and to everyone who joined us! Interested in trying something new? Explore upcoming programs and workshops on our website.

This year, we’re excited to welcome four students from Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School through the Corporate Work Study Program, with each student joining a different department across Piedmont Park Conservancy. After celebrating their placements at Cristo Rey’s Draft Day, the students recently connected with their respective directors and are beginning a year of hands-on learning, new experiences, and opportunities to grow. A special thank you to The Speedwell Foundation for helping make this opportunity possible and for supporting programs that give young people meaningful exposure to the workplace, career pathways, and workforce development. 💚 We’re so glad to have these students with us and look forward to seeing all they learn and accomplish this year.

Some people come to the Park to move. Others come to reset. Most come for a little of both. Thank you to @officialkpga for supporting wellness and connection in Piedmont Park.

Behind every event at Piedmont Park is a team helping bring all the details together. 🌳✨ Meet Ericka Sims, Sales and Service Manager for Venue Rentals & Special Events. From working with clients to helping each event come together in one of the Park’s unique spaces, Ericka is part of the team that helps turn plans into celebrations. Whether it’s a wedding, corporate gathering, or special occasion, our Venue Rentals team is here to help create an experience that feels right for you—and every rental helps support the Conservancy’s work to care for Piedmont Park. Take a look behind the events with Ericka, and start imagining what your next celebration could look like in the Park. Learn more about our venues at the link in our bio!

A beautiful evening of music, community, and connection in Piedmont Park. 🎶🌳 We’re grateful to our donors, board members, and supporters who joined us to gather, connect, and enjoy the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra alongside the community. Thank you for being part of an evening that brought so many people together in the Park—and for your continued support of Piedmont Park Conservancy. 💚

Atlanta’s favorite dog pool party is making a splash again! 🐶💦 Splish Splash Doggie Bash returns October 3 & 4 to the Piedmont Park Aquatic Center, giving your pup the chance to swim, play and enjoy a pool day made just for them. Choose the session that works best for you and your four-legged friend, and don’t wait too long—spots are limited! 🐾 🎟️ Register now through the link in our bio.

It may only be September, but holiday party planning starts now! Bring your team together this holiday season with a celebration in the heart of Piedmont Park. With distinctive venues, beautiful Park surroundings and the Atlanta skyline just beyond, it’s a setting that makes the annual office party feel anything but ordinary. Contact our Venue Rentals team for more information about hosting your company holiday party at Piedmont Park.

From forest and farmland to historic exposition grounds and the green space we know today, the Park’s story is deeply connected to the story of Atlanta. Last weekend, visitors explored that history firsthand during one of our Piedmont Park History Walking Tours, uncovering the people, places, and moments that helped shape the Park over time. Want to experience it for yourself? Join us at 10:00 am on Saturdays during the Green Market and discover Piedmont Park from a whole new perspective. Advance registration is required, so be sure to sign up ahead of time through the History Tour link in our bio. 💚

September brings plenty of ways to enjoy Piedmont Park. 💚 Whether you’re looking to get active, try something creative, connect with others, or simply spend more time outdoors, there are lots of ways to make the most of the Park this month. This calendar features Conservancy-hosted programs and events. Visit our website calendar to explore additional events happening throughout Piedmont Park. Comment “LINK” and we’ll send you a direct message with more information, or visit the Programs link in our bio. Community Partners: @lululemon + @ddyatl @paperandpenny

A morning well spent connecting, learning, and talking about what it means to lead with purpose. ☕️ Last week, our Young Professionals gathered for Coffee & Conversation: The Business of Giving Back, part of our 2026 Leadership Development Series. A special thank you to Emily Balentine Barbour, Executive Vice President and Partner at Balentine, for sharing her perspective on philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, and creating meaningful community impact. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us, made new connections, and shared in the conversation. We look forward to more opportunities to bring our Young Professionals together! 💚

Happy 1-Year Anniversary to Almeera & Haaris! 🤍 One year ago, you celebrated the beginning of forever surrounded by love, laughter, and so many unforgettable moments at Greystone. We’re honored to have been part of such a special chapter in your story and hope your first year of marriage has been filled with just as much joy as your wedding day. Here’s to one year down and a lifetime of beautiful memories still to come. ✨

Last Thursday, Warner Bros. Discovery joined us at Piedmont Park as a Corporate Volunteer Partner.💚 Their team spent the day helping restore the island at Lake Clara Meer, laying rock and mulch to protect the soil, regulate temperature, and help prevent erosion. Along the way, colleagues from across the organization had the opportunity to work side by side, build connections, and make a tangible impact on a special part of the Park. Thank you to Warner Bros. Discovery for investing your time and energy in the care of Piedmont Park. We’re grateful for your partnership!

A little creativity can go a long way. 💚 From embroidery and block printing to painted pet portraits, our art programs offer new ways to learn, create, and connect in Piedmont Park—all while supporting the local artists and educators who help make Atlanta vibrant. Read more from Public Programs Manager Kaycee Walker about why supporting local creatives is central to our approach, and how these programs are creating new opportunities for connection in the Park. Click the link in our bio to learn more!

Happy National Dog Day! 🐶💦 What better way to celebrate than planning the ultimate pool day for your pup? Splish Splash Doggie Bash returns October 3 & 4 for two days of swimming, splashing and tail-wagging fun at the Piedmont Park Aquatic Center! Pick the day that works best for you and your pup—but don’t wait, sessions fill up fast! 🐾 🎟️ Spots are limited—register at the link in our bio!

Just another afternoon in Piedmont Park. 🌿 Spotted near Lake Clara Meer, this Muscovy duck found a quiet spot among the greenery.

Pool season may be winding down, but private events are just getting started. 💦 After Labor Day, the Piedmont Park Pool is available to rent for private events for a limited time—offering an unexpected setting, skyline views, and plenty of room to make the space your own. Planning something a little different? Contact our Venue Rentals team to explore dates and availability.

Last night, participants joined Sarah Roberts of In the Quiet Hours for a hands-on introduction to embroidery, learning three different stitches while working on their own Atlanta-inspired projects. 🪡 Thank you to Sarah for sharing her craft with our community and to everyone who joined us to learn something new and get creative in Piedmont Park! Interested in joining us for a future workshop? Explore upcoming programs at the link in our bio.

Earlier this month, the team from Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau joined us in Piedmont Park to help remove invasive species along the Wetlands Trails, supporting the health and care of this important area of the Park. After getting their hands dirty, the group had a chance to experience another side of Piedmont Park with a tour of several of our venues. Thank you to the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau team for spending the morning with us and investing your time in Atlanta’s Green Heart!

Atlanta's favorite dog pool party is back! 🐾💦 Splish Splash Doggie Bash returns October 3 & 4 for two days of swimming, splashing and tail-wagging fun at the Piedmont Park Aquatic Center! Bring your pup for a one-of-a-kind day at the pool while supporting Piedmont Park's dog parks. Spots are limited and sessions fill up, so don't wait to reserve your pup's place! 🐶 October 3 & 4 💦 Piedmont Park Aquatic Center 🎟️ Register today at the link in our bio Photo: Rick Moll Photography

Did you know you can host your next celebration right in the heart of Piedmont Park? 🌿 Our three unique venues offer a setting for every kind of occasion: ✨ Magnolia Hall – historic charm surrounded by the Park ✨ Dockside – an intimate setting along Lake Clara Meer ✨ Greystone – an elegant venue with beautiful lake views From weddings and milestone celebrations to corporate gatherings, your event becomes part of the experience of Piedmont Park—with Atlanta’s skyline and more than 200 acres of green space as your backdrop. Ready to start planning? Submit a rental inquiry through our website.

Join Young Professionals for Piedmont Park on August 27 for Coffee & Conversation: The Business of Giving Back, the next installment of our 2026 Leadership Development Series. We’ll sit down with Emily Balentine Barbour, Executive Vice President and Partner at Balentine, for a fireside conversation about corporate social responsibility, philanthropy, and purpose-driven leadership—followed by guided speed networking with fellow young professionals from across Atlanta. ☕ Coffee & breakfast 💬 Leadership conversation 🤝 Guided networking 📅 August 27 Come for the conversation, make a few new connections, and learn more about ways to get involved with Young Professionals for Piedmont Park. Space is limited and registration is required. Reserve your spot at the link in our bio.

Some of the best summer days in Piedmont Park are the simplest ones—time outside, space to play, and a reason to stay a little longer. We’re grateful to Kaiser Permanente for supporting the Park and the many ways our community experiences it each season.

🍑 Last week, participants rolled up their sleeves and learned the art of home canning with Garden Manager Matthew Bagshaw. Together, they explored the basics of safe food preservation, prepared fresh peaches, and worked as a group to create a batch of shelf-stable canned peaches—each participant taking home a jar of their own. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of learning, conversation, and a new skill to enjoy long after peach season ends. Explore more upcoming programs and workshops at the link in our bio.

Every unforgettable event starts long before the first guest arrives. Meet Leslie Dickinson, our Sales Manager for Venue Rentals & Special Events. From the initial planning stages to the final touches before guests arrive, Leslie helps transform Piedmont Park’s unique venues into memorable settings for weddings, corporate events, celebrations, and more. One of our favorite things about hosting events in the Park? Every rental helps support the Conservancy’s work to care for and preserve Atlanta’s most iconic green space. If you’ve been dreaming up your next event, Leslie would love to help bring your vision to life. Learn more about our venues at the link in our bio.

More than six million people visit Piedmont Park each year—but we're not the only ones who call it home. From Great Blue Herons along Lake Clara Meer to countless other birds, pollinators, and wildlife, the Park provides an important urban habitat right in the middle of Atlanta. Protecting and caring for these natural spaces helps ensure they'll continue to support both people and wildlife for generations to come.

Make the most of August at Piedmont Park. 💚 Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, get moving, explore the Park's history, or simply spend more time outdoors, there's something for everyone this month. This calendar features events and programs hosted by Piedmont Park Conservancy. Other events may also take place in the Park throughout the month—visit our website calendar to explore additional happenings and plan your next visit. Comment "LINK" and we'll send you a direct message with a link to learn more, or visit the Programs link in our bio. Additional Note: We've recently become aware of an increase in unauthorized of fraudulent events claiming to take place in Piedmont Park. Before purchasing tickets or registering as a vendor, please verify the event's legitimacy. Piedmont Park Conservancy events are listed on our website, and events hosted by other organizations can be verified through the City of Atlanta's event calendar.

Join one of our free History Walking Tours and discover how the Park evolved from forest to farm, fairgrounds, and ultimately Atlanta's most iconic urban green space. Led by our volunteer docents, each tour offers a new perspective on a place you may think you already know. 📍 Saturdays at 10 a.m. (during the Green Market) 🎟️ Free with advance registration. Reserve your spot at the link in our bio.

As the school year begins, the Piedmont Park Pool will transition to its school-year schedule beginning Monday, August 3. 💦☀️ Visit our website to view updated pool hours, Pool Pass holder hours, admission information, and everything you need to plan your next visit. We look forward to welcoming you for the rest of the pool season!

As Park and Recreation Month comes to a close, we're reflecting on what makes Piedmont Park more than just a park. It's a place where people gather, celebrate, volunteer, exercise, learn, and simply enjoy being together. That sense of connection is one of the greatest powers parks have, and it's why we're proud to care for Atlanta's Green Heart every day.

Last week, Block Printing participants joined local artist Heather Baker of @paperandpenny to learn the art of linocut printmaking, carving their own designs and creating a collection of handmade summer cards. Programs like these bring people together to learn something new, support local artists, and experience Piedmont Park in a creative way. Thank you to Heather for sharing her talent with our community and to everyone who joined us. Explore more upcoming programs and workshops at the link in our bio.

Greystone is so much more than a beautiful wedding venue. Today we're celebrating @JoiningHearts and one of our favorite annual traditions in the Park! Over the years, they've transformed Greystone into incredible themed experiences—from Tutti Frutti 🍓 to Under the Sea 🌊 to a wild Safari Adventure 🦒. Each year they completely reimagine the space, proving that Greystone can become whatever your vision inspires. Their creativity never fails to knock it out of the park! Happy Joining Hearts! Thank you for continuing to create unforgettable experiences while supporting such an incredible cause.

For Ashley, Piedmont Park wasn’t just a place to visit—it was part of his story. From weekend walks and marathon training to celebrating life’s milestones, the Park became woven into the memories he shared with his husband, Janak. Today, a commemorative Sweetbay Magnolia overlooking Lake Clara Meer honors that story and creates a place where those memories can continue to grow. Read the full story at the link in our bio.

Summer isn't over yet. ☀️💦 There's still time to cool off with a swim at the Piedmont Park Pool before the back-to-school routine begins. Whether you're swimming laps, splashing with the family, or simply soaking up the sunshine, we'll see you poolside. Extended summer hours remain in effect until August 2 — visit our website to learn more about the updated operating hours beginning August 3.

Park and Recreation Month is a reminder that parks don’t just provide places to gather—they provide opportunities to reconnect with the natural world. Whether it’s the shade of a tree canopy, a walk around Lake Clara Meer, or the changing colors of the seasons, nature has the power to restore, inspire, and slow us down. Protecting these landscapes is at the heart of Piedmont Park Conservancy’s mission.

Summer days in Piedmont Park can get hot quickly—and staying hydrated is an important part of enjoying them safely. ☀️💧 Our partners at Northside Hospital (@northsidehosp) are sharing expert guidance on hydration in the heat, including when to drink, signs of dehydration to watch for, and what to consider when spending extended time outdoors. Whether you're walking, running, playing, or simply spending the day in the Park, take care of yourself and come prepared for the summer heat. Read the full Q&A from Northside Hospital at the link in our bio. Thank you to Northside Hospital for supporting Piedmont Park and helping our community stay active and well.

Today we're celebrating the people behind Piedmont Park. 💚 Whether they're maintaining the landscape, planning programs and events, welcoming visitors, or working behind the scenes, our team is passionate about caring for a place that means so much to Atlanta. Thank you to our incredible staff for all you do. Happy Park and Recreation Professionals Day! #NRPAParkandRecDay

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