On behalf of the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau, I welcome you to explore our dynamic city where visitors from around the world come to experience what the locals live every day. Spend a week or a weekend in one of our modern, affordable hotels and you’ll understand why readers of Southern Living® Magazine named Alpharetta one of The South’s Best in 2023. Whether it is a family road trip, getaway with the girls, romantic retreat, or extending a business trip for a little fun, Alpharetta has something for everyone! The city suits the outdoors crowd with award-winning parks, hiking and biking trails, arboretums, and free fitness experiences. Savvy shoppers will love the 250+ shops in a five-mile radius with eclectic boutiques, luxury brands, and renowned retail stores. More than 200 dining options with locally owned and chef-driven restaurants will delight every imaginable culinary preference. It’s a place where you can stay and play or take an adventure out to surrounding locations, only to return for vibrant evenings of nightlife and entertainment. Our thriving music scene includes the award-winning, 12,000 seat Ameris Bank Amphitheatre drawing mainstream performers; The Velvet Note, where you can find the best in jazz; Matilda’s Under the Pines showcasing folk, country and blues; Avalon Nights Live each Friday night April–October; Home by Dark Concert Series at Brooke Street Park and Union Hill Park and Alpharetta Music Match concert series at restaurants throughout the city. Main Event Entertainment, Topgolf, Urban Escape Games, MiniMe Factory, Dave & Buster’s, Fairway Social, Motorcycle Safety Foundation, Roaring Social and Odyssey Escape Game await with fun and games to entertain your group. On any given weekend, visitors may find a farmers market, festival, or art in the park– all unique Alpharetta experiences to feel like part of the community. The charming downtown district of Alpharetta showcases unique shops, restaurants, and attractions bringing energy to the heart of our city. Visit awesomealpharetta.com to discover your options for dining, lodging, shopping, and adventure. Sign up for our e-newsletter to stay “in the know” on all our city offers. Stop by the Alpharetta Welcome Center when you arrive for insider tips on the area’s must-sees. This is a destination packed full of fun with gorgeous weather, impeccable service, and upscale Southern hospitality. This is Awesome Alpharetta, Georgia. Come find YOUR awesome here! Sincerely, Janet Rodgers, President and CEO Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau