This is how we cool off in Atlanta and with temperatures in the 90s. you now know one reason why Atlanta is called Hotlanta.  These children are participating in the traditional cool-off in the Olympic Rings fountain at Centennial Olympic Park. The water is synchronized and is programmed to spurt up or down. Centennial Olympic Park is a 21-acre, founded during the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.

Synchronized water and music shows occur daily 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Music in Centennial Olympic Park

There’s also music, R&B, jazz, and/or reggae  from noon to 1 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday until October.

Wednesday WindDown is another opportunity to catch a free live concert in the park. That takes place every Wednesday from 5:30 to 8 p.m. until September.

Movies in the Park

Movies on the Lawn are every Thursday at sunset in the park. It’s like a drive-In movie without having a car. Bring a picnic, but bottles and grills are not allowed. Here is the movie schedule.

The landscaping is lovely in Centennial Park.  It’s a good place to meet up with friends if you decide to split up and explore midtown. During the summer, concerts are often held in Centennial Park.

Getting to Centennial Olympic Park

Andrew Young International Blvd., Baker Street, Luckie Street, and Centennial Olympic Park Drive are adjacent to the park. Here is a map of downtown Atlanta and driving directions to the park.

Hours of Operation

The park is open daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Have you visited Centennial Olympic Park lately?

Post from: The Atlanta Traveler