Fun Things To Do In Alpharetta, Georgia

I ran across an old email and while most of the people I know are freezing right now, summer isn't too far off.  This was a list for things to do in Alpharetta during the summer.  While some of the activities might not be available anymore, you can still find fun things to do!!!!!  We love going to Alpharetta when we visit family, so you can believe we will be making our own list of THINGS TO DO based upon what I am sharing with you!!!!

This is at a hotel in Alpharetta.

 The ABCs of Family Fun in Alpharetta

A is for Art Walk – Visit 20 sculptures across Alpharetta! Follow the map and read the stories/inspiration behind each sculpture in the Alpharetta Arts Brochure.

B is for Build-A-Bear – Create a plush best friend that will mark the memory of a fun summer exploring Alpharetta!

C is for Catching a movie – Enjoy a chill afternoon seeing the latest flick at Studio Movie Grill, AMC North Point Mall or Regal Cinemas Avalon!

 D is for Downtown Alpharetta – There is always something fun happening in downtown Alpharetta. Whether you’re visiting during an event like Taste of Alpharetta or the Alpharetta Farmers Market, or you want to run through the downtown water fountain on a warm, sunny day, Alpharetta’s downtown is fun for the whole family!

E is for Escape Games – Whether you choose Urban Escape Games or Odyssey Escape Game, your family can have loads of indoor fun, solving riddles and puzzles to beat the buzzer and break free.

F is for Fairway Social – Zombie dodgeball, basketball, golf, carnival games and more are at your disposal when playing the simulation games at Fairway Social. Outdoor fun awaits as well with The Back Nine—an awesome putting experience for the whole fam.

G is for: Geocaching – A real life treasure hunt for you and the family! Search Alpharetta’s zip codes 30004, 30005, 30009, 30022, 30023 to find all the locations throughout our community.

H is for History – Educate the family while having fun. Step back in time and explore the history of Alpharetta at the free Alpharetta & Old Milton County History Museum or follow the History Walk brochure to learn all about the people and the industries that made Alpharetta the awesome city it is today!

I is for Ippolito’s of Alpharetta – Pizza, pasta, Italian sandwiches and the not-to-miss garlic rolls will leave the whole family stuffed and happy!

J is for Janie and Jack – Head to Janie and Jack to find the perfect back to school outfits for boys and girls ages 0-18!

K is for Kilwins – Sweet treats are calling your name! No matter your desires, Kilwins has 75 different hand-crafted sweet creations ready for you to try.

L is for Learning Express Toys & Gifts – Grab all your back-to-school supplies and a new toy all in one stop!

M is for Main Event – Every type of game awaits at Main Event! Play your heart out with classic arcade games, a ropes course, bowling and laser tag. Earn tickets to redeem them for awesome prizes. Everyone will feel like a winner! 

N is for North Point Mall – There’s no shortage of activities for kids at North Point Mall. Play mini golf at Cosmic Golf, take perfect pictures in the Original Selfie Museum, create something amazing at the Lego Store and zoom through the mall on the back of motorized plush, fun animal creatures.

O is for Original Pancake House – Make breakfast extra sweet with tons of pancake flavors to choose from. Strawberry, blueberry, peach, banana and even Bacon Pancakes--vote on your favorite flavors and keep coming back for more!

P is for Pottery at All Fired Up – Let your inner artist shine by creating a long-lasting piece at All Fired Up. Everything from mugs and plates to decorative tiles and figurines—you will find the perfect piece to liven up your home!

Q is for Queen of Heart Antiques – Peruse the extensive booths of handmade goods and upcycled, unique items to find something new to you! Books, toys, decorations, and more are extra special when given a new life in a new home.

R is for: Riding motorcycles, dirt bikes or electric bikes – The Motorcycle Safety Foundation offers courses that allow attendees to release their inner daredevil SAFELY. If dirt bikes and motorcycles are too much for your crew, rent electric bikes from Pedego Alpharetta to coast on the Big Creek Greenway.

S is for Scream’n Nuts – Cool down with a scoop or two of your favorite ice cream served in a donut cone!

T is for Twirling on Ice– The best way to beat the heat is to lace up your skates and hit the ice rink! Ice skating at The Cooler is fun for all ages and skill levels.

U is for: Unleash and Unwind ™ at Fetch Park – Your fur child needs an outing too! Head to Fetch for your four-legged family member to get out some energy while you enjoy a coffee from Cubanos ATL or even a cocktail, glass of wine or beer from the BARk.

V is for Visit the Alpharetta Welcome Center – Stop by the Alpharetta Welcome Center to grab the latest brochures and get recommendations for a new restaurant, shop or attraction to visit!

W is for Wills Park– Whether hitting the Wills Park Pool to ride the slide, jump off the diving board, and splash about, taking Fido to Waggy World, playing on the swing sets, or challenging your family to a round of disc golf, Wills Park is packed with family-friendly fun!

X is for “X”treme fun at Dave & Buster’s – Virtual reality and hundreds of arcade games, as well as billiards tables are the start of fun at Dave & Buster’s. Turn your evening into a dining experience when you enjoy yummy entrees, desserts and cocktails for those who are 21+!

Y is for Yawning – A big day of family fun will probably end in a yawn or two, no matter how much your energetic kiddos resist it. Make it memorable and plan a staycation to let them lay their heads down at the end of a successful adventure on a comfy pillow at one of Alpharetta’s 30 modern, upscale hotels. With family-friendly and pet-friendly options, you’ll find the perfect accommodations for your crew.

Z is for: Zoning in on fun at Hi-Five Sports Zone – Perfect for your family’s sports lover, Hi-Five Zone is a 7,600 square foot facility with state-of-the-art equipment that is meant to help foster and encourage exploration of sports development.

One Christmas we went on a hunt to find the nutcrackers in Alpharetta.

Have you ever been to Alpharetta?  If you are close enough, I say make a trip and go... even if its for the day/ weekend or longer!!  There really is so much to see and do!