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From the archives: August 11, 2008

Celebrate Labor Day in Atlanta: Find local events, activities and the best outdoor restaurants and bars.

On this page:Labor Day Events and Outings, Outdoor Restaurants and Bars, Labor Day Shopping.

Labor Day Events and Outings

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Starlight 6 Drive In
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    2000 Moreland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 (map)

    Check in at the annual Drive Invasion festival August 30-31, which is famous for cult classic movies, live bands and vendors.

  2. 2 Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
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    1978 Island Ford Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30350 (map)

    Shoot the 'Hooch, bike Sope Creek or jog the three-mile Cochran Trail.

  3. 3 3 Star Rating: Average Lake Lanier Islands Resorts
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    6950 Holiday Rd, Buford, GA 30518 (map)

    Bring water skis, beach towels and golf clubs to the default holiday destination for most of metro Atlanta.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Callaway Gardens
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    US Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 (map)

    Turn skyward for one last salute to summer fun during the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival August 31-September 2.

Outdoor Restaurants and Bars

  1. 5 3 Star Rating: Average Diesel
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    870 Highland Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30306 (map)

    Taking over the former Dish digs, this little burgers n? brews joint has a covered patio, just in case the temps soar, summer-style.

  2. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended TWO urban licks
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    820 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30306 (map)

    Two isn?t known for its happenin? patio, and that?s because it?s a bit secret. Hidden in the very back of the old Poncey-Highland digs is a smattering of tables, perfect sky line view and (!!) a bocce ball court.

  3. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Park Tavern
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    500 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 (map)

    The only thing we overlook is the park

  4. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Wahoo! Grill
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    1042 W College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 (map)

    Fresh Seafood in an elegant, casual garden atmosphere; located in Historic Oakhurst

  5. 9 3.5 Star Rating: Average Treehouse Restaurant & Pub
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    7 Kings Cir NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 (map)

  6. 10 3.5 Star Rating: Average Zaya Mediterranean Cuisine
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    240 North Highland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307 (map)

    Inman Park?s newest addition boasts seating right off the bustling Highland Avenue--great for people watching, and baba ghanuj noshing. Also with cheap drink specials, it's a nice pre-game spot before catching a show at Dad?s Garage.

  7. 11 3.5 Star Rating: Average Brewhouse Cafe Inc
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    401 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 (map)

    One of Atlanta?s best patios right in the middle of Little Five Points. The burgers and suds are indie-rific and people-scoping doesn?t get much better.

Labor Day Shopping

  1. 12 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended North Georgia Premium Outlet
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    800 Hwy 400 S, Dawsonville, GA 30534 (map)

    If all else fails, you can always spend your day off shopping and bargain hunting.

  2. 13 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Lenox Square
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    3393 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 (map)

  3. 14 H&M
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    1081 North Point Mall, Alpharetta, GA 30022 (map)

    Perhaps a reason for ladies to venture to NorthPoint mall, this H&M has less crowds, and only gifts for gals.

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