The delightful weather and the blooming flowers and trees, are just a couple reasons to love springtime in McDonough, Georgia! We are blessed to enjoy all 4 weather seasons (most of the time) in Georgia, but some of us may enjoy one season over another, and spring is always a favorite, with warm sunshine and temps averaging from the 60s to the 80s.
Here are five things to do during the spring season in McDonough, GA!
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Visit a park.
Plan a play date with friends at the park. Walk the dog. Bring the kids to run and play. Or just enjoy a walk and get your steps in outdoors at one of our local parks.
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Pick your own strawberries.
Strawberries at Southern Belle Farm are typically available starting in April, and they are a sweet treat you can experience picking yourself.
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Play baseball.
Whether you are a spectator or a player, spring baseball is a popular sport to enjoy around town.
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Dine outdoors.
Springtime weather makes for the perfect patio dining experience. Sip cocktails or grab a bite to eat with friends and family.
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Attend festivals, including the annual Geranium Festival.
This annual craft festival is a huge hit for festival-goers held in the historic downtown McDonough, GA. The Geranium Festival is held the 3rd Saturday in May.
Make plans for a New Year’s Eve Geranium Drop in downtown McDonough, GA!
Bring your loved ones out for a night of fun entertainment, late night shopping, dinner and drinks with the McDonough Take Me Along cups! Enjoy dinner and live music at local restaurants, and join us on the Square as we countdown at midnight.
R&G LIVE will be here to provide music and entertainment starting at 9pm.
Watch for NYE specials from local restaurants and shops to be announced …
This is the 10th Geranium Drop and it’s hosted by: City of McDonough, Main Street McDonough, McDonough Hospitality and Tourism Board.
The Geranium Festival is back!
This year is our 44th annual Geranium Festival! This event is well-known and draws visitors from all across the southeast, to stroll the streets and sidewalks of downtown McDonough, GA to shop the many booths filled with arts & crafts, handmade goods, delicious festival foods, games and more! This festival is fun for the entire family!
The festival will be held Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 9am – 5pm in downtown McDonough.
For parking and festival maps, click here.
3 Things To Do This Spring Break
With warmer weather and kiddos having a break from school, might we suggest some fun, outdoor experiences for the whole family in and around McDonough, GA!
- Strawberry picking at Southern Belle Farm. Be sure to check the farm’s spring hours and availability at SouthernBelleFarm.com.
- Take in some history at the Heritage Park Veterans Museum and Wall of Honor, located at 101 Lake Dow Rd, McDonough, Ga. Enjoy a picnic under the pavilion and let the kids run and play on the playground too!
- Stroll through downtown McDonough and enjoy all the beautiful works of art! Check out the Art Walk Guide for ideas, or stop in the Welcome Center on the square and ask for a copy of the guide. Be sure to take photos and tag us on Instagram @mcdonoughga! We’d love to see your photos!
