Piedmont Park Conservancy, Inc.

Atlanta Jingle Bell Jog (Assembly)
2025-12-21 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
victoria@marathonmajic.com
Event Description: Celebrating the spirit of Christmas, enjoying a healthy lifestyle. Fun for the entire family.
Event Location: Piedmont Park(10th Street & Piedmont) – 1320 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, GA 30309
*ASSEMBLY-EVENT PERMIT ISSUED*
*OUTDOOR FESTIVAL-EVENT PERMIT CANCELLED*

Polar Opposite Peachtree
2026-01-03 09:00 - 10:30
0EVENT DESCRIPTION: Atlanta Track Club is excited to announce a brand new event taking place in early 2025: the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Polar Opposite Peachtree Road Race! Experience the race like never before – in the winter and in reverse. Starting at Piedmont Park and finishing at Lenox Square, there is no left on 10th – you’ll be turning right. And instead of climbing Cardiac Hill, you’ll run downhill.
Participants will receive guaranteed entry into the July 4th Peachtree, a cozy fleece hoodie, and bragging rights to say you were part of the event. Registration details will be announced soon, so keep an eye out on our social media channels for more information! We’ll see you this winter.
EVENT LOCATION/ROUTE: Piedmont Park/10th St/Peachtree St/12th St/Peachtree Rd/Lenox Mall
*EVENT PERMIT ISSUED*

Weekly Walking Club
2026-01-06 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-01-13 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-01-20 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-01-27 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-02-24 10:00 - 10:45 | Dockside, Atlanta, GA, 30357, United States
Join the Conservancy and fellow park fans for a weekly group walk in Piedmont Park!
Every Tuesday, we host a 45-minute walk on Tuesdays at 10am. Each walk will feature different popular paths while answering any questions you may have about Piedmont Park or the Conservancy.
For questions, please contact Kaycee Walker at programs@piedmontpark.org.
Meet in front of Dockside near the 12th gate entrance, five minutes prior to departure. Walk up, no RSVP required.

Community Craft Night – Vision Board (FREE EVENT)
2026-01-13 18:00 - 21:00
Jan 13 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Start the year with vision boards and build a map for everything you want to grow, with special support from Heather Baker of Paper and Penny. Community Craft Nights offer a monthly opportunity to gather in the Park and create in a relaxed, supportive environment. With the help of Scraplanta’s recycled materials, participants can try new craft ideas or continue projects they bring from home. The program is free and designed to welcome every level of experience!
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Connect and Learn: Classic Game Night (FREE EVENT)
2026-01-14 18:00 - 20:00
Jan 14 | 6:00 pm -8:00pm

Step into a welcoming evening of strategy, learning, and community connection. This free, two-hour program at the Community Center invites participants of all experience levels to play classic games like Mah Jongg, Chess, and Bridge.
Whether you’ve never cracked open a mah jongg set, want to sharpen your chess openings, or grew up watching relatives play Rummikub and finally want to learn, this is your chance. Experienced players are encouraged to join in, share tips, and help newcomers discover the joy of these timeless games.
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Figure Drawing - 1/15
2026-01-15 19:00 - 21:00
Join Piedmont Park Conservancy as we host monthly Figure Drawing Sessions! We will start at 7PM and end at 9PM.Practice your creativity with Piedmont Park Conservancy during our monthly Figure Drawing session! Please plan to bring your own materials. This will feature a live model and include shorter gesture poses as well as longer poses. This is self-directed practice with no formal instruction provided.Pre-registration required for each session. 10 registrants minimum required for program to run. Piedmont Park Conservancy believes cost should not be a barrier to participation. Please reach out to programs@piedmontpark.org for information on financial assistance. Contact for additional questions: Kaycee Walker – kwalker@piedmontpark.org.

Zero-Proof Garden Mixology
2026-01-21 18:15 - 20:15
Kick off the new year with a fresh take on wellness and creativity. In this hands-on Conservancy workshop, participants use Georgia’s winter produce to create balanced, alcohol-free drinks. Staff will guide the group through making simple syrups, infusions, and garnishes featuring citrus, herbs, honey, and roots. The session encourages curiosity and connection while celebrating local flavors and seasonal ingredients.

8 registrants minimum needed to run program. Piedmont Park Conservancy believes that cost should not be a barrier to participation. Please contact programs@piedmontpark.org for additional information on financial assistance or with any questions.

Mushroom Growing Workshop
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00
Come join us as we inoculate hardwood logs with oyster mushroom spawn. This technique is used to produce various kinds of mushrooms commercially or at home. Participants can expect to learn the basics of how mushrooms grow and how to grow them in this way including drilling holes, using specialized tools to fill these holes with sawdust spawn, and sealing the holes with wax. We will also discuss other cultivation techniques used commercially as well as ones suited to the at-home hobbyist. It will be a fun way to learn a new skill, make some friends, and make use of the shadier parts of your yard or garden. Each participant will leave with their very own inoculated log.
Pre-registration required for each session. 10 registrants minimum required for program to run. Piedmont Park Conservancy believes cost should not be a barrier to participation. Please reach out to programs@piedmontpark.org for information on financial assistance.
Contact for additional questions: Kaycee Walker – kwalker@piedmontpark.org.

Piedmont Passions: Urban Birding (FREE EVENT)
2026-01-24 08:30 - 10:30
Jan 24 | 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Piedmont Passions is a free community series created for both curious newcomers and dedicated hobbyists. Every program invites folks to learn something new, share skills, and connect with others who love the Park. Urban Bird Watching begins at the Community Center with insights from local bird enthusiast Alice Rolls, followed by a guided walk through the Park. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars, though extras will be available to share along with bird guides.
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Crochet Workshop 1.5 - Patterns
2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:30
Let’s level up our crochet skills! During this 2 hour long program participants will expand on their knowledge. In this Pattern Workshop you can expect discussions around new patterns, starting/stopping Granny Square sections, and a review of introductory skills. You’ll be set and on track to finish either a tote bag or a blanket at home! Instruction is provided, bring your hook + yarn. Skeins/hooks will be available to purchase in person if needed ($5)!
This program requires 8 participants minimum to run. Piedmont Park Conservancy believes that cost should not be a barrier to participation. Please reach out to programs@piedmontpark.org – for more information about financial assistance, booking this as a group activity, or if you have additional questions regarding this program.

Block Printing: Valentine's Cards
2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00
Create your very own Valentine’s cheer! Local artist Heather Baker of @paperandpenny is instructing and you’ll make 5 specialty cards together! Learn how to carve your own designs into linocut blocks to be used each season for homemade cards.This program requires 8 participants minimum to run. Piedmont Park Conservancy believes that cost should not be a barrier to participation. Please reach out to programs@piedmontpark.org – for more information about financial assistance or if you have additional questions regarding this program.

Crochet Workshop 101 - Basics
2026-02-05 17:30 - 19:30
Let’s learn to crochet! During this 2 hour long program participants will learn the basics to crocheting, leaving with confidence and a new skill in their back pocket. Our first session will go over basics: key crochet concepts, chain stitches, and single crochet stitches. Instruction and materials are provided, participants will have the opportunity to leave with crochet hooks + yarn.
This program requires 8 participants minimum to run. Piedmont Park Conservancy believes that cost should not be a barrier to participation. Please reach out to programs@piedmontpark.org – for more information about financial assistance, booking this as a group activity, or if you have additional questions regarding this program.

Garden Mixology
2026-02-12 18:15 - 19:45
Celebrate Valentine’s season with a fun, hands-on evening of creativity and connection. This Conservancy workshop invites participants to mix, shake, and stir their own festive drinks using Georgia’s seasonal ingredients. No partner required—bring a friend or come solo and make new ones. Staff will guide the group through crafting colorful syrups, infusions, and garnishes that capture the flavors of February.

Paint + Sip: Valentine's Edition
2026-02-13 18:30 - 20:30
Looking for an activity perfect for a Galentine’s hang out *or* a date night? Or maybe you simply enjoy celebrating the season of love! Join us for Paint and Sip! We’ll paint using the beautiful Park as inspiration – you’ll take home a one of a kind piece! Your art will make great decor or would be a wonderful sentimental gift for the Park lover in your life.
Our evening will include instruction and all materials will be included. Participants are welcome to BYOB (beer and wine only – no spirits). We will provide water, ice, and cups/plasticware as needed. Program requires 15 participants minimum to run. Reach out to the listed contact below for information/assistance with booking this program as a group activity.

February Fun Camp 2026
2026-02-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-17 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-20 09:00 - 16:00
Join Piedmont Park Conservancy for our February Fun camp! We’ll spend the week of February 16-20 playing outside, participating in STEAM-focused activities, and learning about the plants and animals that call the Park home. This program is designed for students in grades K-5. Please pack two snacks, a lunch, and a water bottle. Drop off: 8:30-9:00am Program: 9:00am-4:00pm Pickup: 4:00pm-4:30pm.

Fermentation Workshop
2026-02-18 17:30 - 19:00
Join Garden Manager Matthew Bagshaw for a workshop that covers all things fermented food! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll make sauerkraut, with each participant leaving with their own jar to take home and ferment. We’ll talk about bacteria and yeast and the role they play in many of the foods we eat from bread and beer to pickles and yogurt and learn some tips on how to steer the microbes in the right direction for your at home projects.

10 registrants minimum required for program to run. Piedmont Park Conservancy believes cost should not be a barrier to participation. Please reach out to programs@piedmontpark.org for information on financial assistance and other questions.

Figure Drawing - 2/19
2026-02-19 19:00 - 21:00
Join Piedmont Park Conservancy as we host monthly Figure Drawing Sessions! We will start at 7PM and end at 9PM.Practice your creativity with Piedmont Park Conservancy during our monthly Figure Drawing session! Please plan to bring your own materials. This will feature a live model and include shorter gesture poses as well as longer poses. This is self-directed practice with no formal instruction provided.Pre-registration required for each session. 10 registrants minimum required for program to run. Reach out to programs@piedmontpark.org for information/assistance with booking this program as a group activity, or for information on financial assistance.

Community Game Night, Free Community Program!
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Center
Whether you’ve never cracked open a mah jongg set, want to sharpen your chess openings, or have a game box collecting dust on the shelf…. this is your chance to come together and play! Experienced players are encouraged to join in, share tips, and help newcomers discover the joy of a good game night. We will have various games available.
