Visit Us at the Peachtree City Visitors Center!

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

Visiting Peachtree City? If so, take a few minutes to stop by the Peachtree City Visitors Center located in the heart of Peachtree City in the McIntosh Trail Recreation Complex. We have a wealth of Peachtree City information from golf courses to concerts at “The Fred” and a helpful staff ready to answer all your questions about our beautiful town.

Take our Virtual Golf Cart Tour

Take our virtual golf cart tour, a five-minute video that will show you the sights of Peachtree City from the seat of our very special golf cart! 

If you want to take one of our popular Southern Hollywood Film Tours, we can schedule it for you. We also can provide you with information on our Official Peachtree City GeoTour, a 19-cache tour the entire family will enjoy. 

Sign up for a Southern Hollywood Film Tour

Before you leave, take a look around the entire 50-acre McIntosh Trail Complex, the hub for many of Peachtree City’s special events throughout the year. You’ll see The Fred, our first class outdoor entertainment venue, and the William L. Davis BMX track. The complex also is the starting point for the Flat Creek Nature Preserve trail. You also will find a large picnic pavilion, walking trails, horseshoes, a skateboard ramp, and the Peachtree City Dog Park.

Come by and you will find out just a few of the reasons Peachtree City is such a great place to live—and visit!

Peachtree City Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City 30269
(P) 678-216-0282
(F) 770-631-0430
(E) info@visitpeachtreecity.com

Operating Hours are: 
Mon-Fri: 8 am – 5 pm 
Sat: 10am – 2pm 
Sun: 1pm – 5pm

Celebrate July 4th in Peachtree City!

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB 

Tomorrow begins one of Peachtree City’s most anticipated holiday celebrations—the 4th of July! From decoration streaming from golf carts to fireworks exploding over Lake Peachtree, this is a hometown celebration you will not want to miss!

The weekend officially kicks off with a live concert at the Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater on Friday, July 3. MJ LIVE — the #1 Michael Jackson Tribute in the world will perform, featuring all Jackson’s biggest hits, including Bad, Billie Jean, Beat It, Dangerous, Smooth Criminal, Black & White, I Want You Back, and many others. Relive the energy, excitement, spectacle and pure joy of this legendary superstar and his music. Witness the awesome sound, lighting, and effects. Feel the energy from the MJ LIVE band straight from Vegas with mega talented MJ LIVE dancers. Sing along to some of the greatest hits of all time. Tickets are still available: $30 Reserved, $25 Lawn, and 210 for Picnic tables that seat 6. Call The Fred box office for tickets or go online at amphitheater.org. Gates open at The Fred at 7 pm, the opening act goes on at 8, and MJ LIVE takes the stage at 9.

MJ LIVE at The Fred July 3

July 4th festivities begin at 9 am with our Annual Peachtree City Parade. Spectators line the street to watch decorated floats, bands, and golf carts drive by as the parade travels north on Peachtree Parkway from Robinson Road. The parade ends at 11 am in the McIntosh Trail Complex.

To wrap up the day, fireworks begin at dusk (approximately 9 pm) over Lake Peachtree in the heart of town.

If you need a hotel room, information on dining, or other activities in Peachtree City, visit our website. Enjoy Peachtree City’s Independence Day celebration!

Spend an Evening with Michael McDonald

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

The Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater is a perfect place to spend a summer evening, and this weekend in Peachtree City promises to be memorable. One of the most recognizable voices in music plays at The Fred on Saturday night, June 12—the legendary Michael McDonald.

Michael McDonald, June 12

"Distinctive and soulful, McDonald’s voice is one of the most yearningly emotive instruments of our times. To this, add formidable songwriting and keyboard skills, and you have an artist who has been a singular musical presence for our decades. From 70’s era Doobie Brothers classics such as “What a Fool Believes” and solo hits like “I Keep Forgettin’” through two highly acclaimed Motown covers albums and recent genre-busting guest spots with alternative buzz bands Grizzly Bear and holy Ghost, the five-time Grammy-winning McDonald is that rare thing in contemporary pop — an artist whose work is both timeless and ever-evolving."

Hurry, if you want to spend an evening at The Fred with this amazing artist. There are a limited amount of reserved seats available. Reserve tickets are $55 - $75 while The Lawn is $45. Tickets can be purchased at The Fred Box Office or by calling 770-631-0630. Or you can go online at amphitheater.org. For information about an overnight stay at one of our hotels as well as where to eat and other things to do, visit our Peachtree City CVB website.

Gates for the show open at 7pm. Michael’s son, Dylan McDonald performing with his band The Avians, opens for his dad at 8pm with McDonald going on at 9pm.

Boz Skaggs Opens The Fred’s Summer Concert Series!

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

The weather forecast says “Perfect Night Under the Stars!” this Saturday, May 2, when Boz Scaggs kicks off The Fred’s Summer Concert Series. If you haven’t made it to Peachtree City for a concert at The Frederick Brown, Jr. Amphitheater, this could be the perfect weekend!

Singer/Songwriter Boz Skaggs

With his soulful songs that float between genres of rock, R&B, and jazz, the Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter has earned acclaim from music industry insiders since his first release in 1965. Skaggs, who first gained fame in the 1960s as a guitarist and sometime lead singer with the Steve Miller Band, has released a new album, A Fool to Care. He says he’s “having a lot of fun with music, more than ever,” and you’ll hear everything from the popular “Lido Shuffle” to this newest tracks.

Scaggs is the opening show in the concert series presented by Lexus of South Atlanta. Gates open at 7pm with Nashville alternative country music artist Rayland Baxter performing at 8pm and Skaggs taking the stage at 9pm.

Tickets are still available and can be purchased at The Fred Box Office, online at www.ticketalternative.com, or by calling 770-631-0630.

Book a room at one of our hotels and have a fabulous weekend in Peachtree City! For more information about Peachtree City, visit our website.

We’re Celebrating Tourism Week!

The Peachtree City Convention & Visitors Bureau will celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week May 2-10th! We invite everyone to visit the Visitors Center at 201 McIntosh Trail during this week to receive special giveaways and treats from local retailers.

Stop by the PTC Visitors Center during Tourism Week!

If you have a local business and would like to participate, please call us at 678-216-0282. The Visitors Center is open Monday – Friday from 8am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, and Sunday 1pm-5pm.

For more information about Peachtree City, visit our website!

Peachtree City CVB Wins Advertising Award

By Peachtree City CVB

The Peachtree City Convention and Visitors Bureau took home an award at the Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus’ (GACVB) Best Ideas Competition recently held in Valdosta, Ga. The Best Print Advertising Award was voted on and presented at the GACVB annual Winter Conference.

The print advertising campaign, titled Peachtree City - Just What You Unexpected, was created by the Peachtree City CVB in partnership with Rhyme and Reason Design Agency. The ad campaign highlights the unique qualities of the community, such as zombies driving a golf cart and corporate team building.

“The Peachtree City CVB is honored to receive this award that recognizes our new campaign and creative marketing efforts,” said Nancy Price, Executive Director of the CVB. “Our entire staff worked with Rhyme and Reason to come up with a theme that showcases our assets in a unique and cutting edge way. It feels great to have our efforts recognized by other CVB’s and state tourism leaders.” 

The annual competition is designed to recognize creative excellence and effectiveness in tourism marketing, advertising, sales, promotional campaigns and management techniques at destination marketing organizations throughout Georgia.

For more information about Peachtree City, visit out website!

Play Cornhole This Weekend in Peachtree City!

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

Today and tomorrow, Peachtree City will host it’s first American Cornhole Tournament! Everyone is invited to come out, watch, and try your hand at the game.

But what is Cornhole? Here are some facts from the American Cornhole Organization website:

“It has been called many things, Corn Toss, Bean Bag, Bean Toss, Soft Horseshoes, Indiana Horseshoes, but to many of us born and raised in Kentucky and the southern part of Ohio, the game is passionately referred to as Cornhole.

It has been said that the game originated in Germany in the 14th century, and then was rediscovered in the hills of Kentucky over 100 years ago.

The truth is, who really knows, but the game is great fun for all ages and can be played anywhere!

Cornhole or Corn Toss is similar to horseshoes except you use wooden boxes called cornhole platforms and corn bags instead of horseshoes and metal stakes. Contestants take turns pitching their corn bags at the cornhole platform until a contestant reaches the score of 21 points. A corn bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the platform scores 1 point.

Scoring can be swift and the lead may change hands several times in a match before the winner is decided.

The game is generally played tournament style with an individual or team being named the champion at the end of the tournament.

Corn Toss...Bean Bag...Bean Toss...Cornhole?

Why play Cornhole / Corn Toss?

The biggest reasons to play Cornhole or Corn Toss instead of horseshoes or other similar games is that Cornhole can be played anywhere and everyone can play Cornhole.

If you can aim and toss a corn bag 30 feet, you can master the game of Cornhole – It’s great for family outings.

Cornhole can be played anywhere – driveways, parks, backyard, campgrounds, beaches and even in-doors.

Safe for everyone – no metal or pointed objects. Corn bags are made of extra soft 12 oz. duck canvas material and filled with pliable high quality feed corn.

No muss; no fuss. Two cornhole platforms and 8 corn bags and you’re ready to play the game.

Very portable. Can be taken anywhere. Fits in most car trunks and there arefold-down models that are even more portable.

Horseshoes require a sand pit and are hard for the kids to pitch, lawn darts require a lawn and hasn’t been seen since the 70’s, ring toss was made for children and bean bags are for wimps; Cornhole is the game for everyone!”

The Peachtree City CVB invites everyone to come out and give Cornhole a try. The 2-day event is at the Peachtree City Tennis Center and begins this afternoon at 4pm. There will be music, food, and fun! Just $5.

For more information, visit our website.

Happy Birthday Peachtree City!

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

In the 1950’s, a group of real estate developers amassed over 12,000 acres in Fayette County to build a planned community. Peachtree City was chartered March 9, 1959. The city was planned to be developed into villages, each with its own shopping areas, elementary schools, recreational parks, facilities and more. Peachtree City's current villages are Aberdeen, Braelinn, Glenloch, Kedron, and Wilksmoor.

Outdoor recreation in Peachtree City.

On Monday, March 9, Peachtree City turns 56 years old! Plan a visit to our town and see what we’ve done in 56 years! Take advantage of over 24 square miles of resort-style living and 90 miles of multi-use recreational and golf cart paths. Peachtree City's green lifestyle offers a unique setting for outdoor recreation, leisure activities, and much more.

Peachtree City is one of the best known and most successful planned cities in the nation. To hear an interview by WABE 90.1 FM reporter Steve Goss with Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn about the concept of planned cities and the beginning history of Peachtree City, go to the WABE website.

To learn more about our planned city and to make plans to experience Peachtree City for yourself, check out our Peachtree City Convention and Visitors Bureau website.

Summer Time at The Fred

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

Don’t let the weather fool you! Summer concerts under the stars at the Frederick Brown, Jr. Amphitheater will be starting up before you know it. Plan the weekend in Peachtree City and take in one of the great concerts we have lined up at The Fred!

The Fred has established itself as one of the leading outdoor entertainment venues in the metro Atlanta area and has hosted hometown favorites, national and touring acts for more than thirty years. See the ticket sale dates below, and plan for a unique and intimate concert experience!

Summer Concert Series 2015:
May 2 - Boz Scaggs
May 9 - Night Ranger
June 6 - Al Jarreau
June 13 - Michael McDonald
July 11 - KC & The Sunshine Band
August 15 - Grammy Award Winning Peter Frampton & Cheap Trick

2015 Spotlight Shows:
June 19 - Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: The Two Man Group
June 26 - Brass Transit: Chicago Tribute
July 3 - MJ Live- The #1 Michael Jackson Tribute in the World!
July 24 - Queen Nation: Queen Tribute

Ticket Sale Dates are as follows:

2014 Series Ticket Holders can Renew thru Feb 27th
Previous Series Ticket Holders may purchase March 4th
New Series Ticket Holders On Sale March 5th
Individual Tickets On Sale March 13th.

For more information, visit the Peachtree City Convention and Visitors Bureau website of The Fred website.

Bring Your Valentine To Peachtree City

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

Valentine’s Day weekend is approaching. Why not spend it in Peachtree City?

Book a night at one of our premiere hotels or award-winning conference centers—you are sure to find one that fits your Valentine budget—then let your romantic weekend begin!

Make a reservation at one our numerous restaurants. Many are promoting Valentine's Day specials, including the Wyndham Peachtree Hotel and Conference Center’s Valentine’s Day Seafood Buffet. 
  

The Wyndham Peachtree Hotel & Conference Center

Hop on board one of Peachtree City’s signature vehicles—a golf cart—and travel a few of our 90 miles of paved paths. Visit one of two Saturday morning farmer’s markets. Both carry locally grown seasonal produce, homemade breads, jams, jellies, local honey, grass-fed meats, goat cheese and much more.

Explore the nature trails of Flat Creek and Line Creek nature areas. Flat Creek, a 513-acre wetland, has a 1200-foot boardwalk and two viewing platforms. Line Creek, a 70-acre public preserve, offers a fishing dock on a small pond, a gazebo, and several miles of nature trails.

Sign up for the Saturday afternoon Southern Hollywood Film Tour. The entertaining 90-minute van ride through Fayette and Coweta counties points out filming locations for popular movies and television shows, like “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Fried Green Tomatoes,” and “The Walking Dead.”

Golf, tennis, bike, shop…they are all available when you visit Peachtree City. For more information, visit our website or call the Peachtree City Visitor’s Center at 678-216-0282.

Atlanta Track Club 5K/10K in Peachtree City Tomorrow!

By Nancy Price, Executive Director Peachtree City CVB

Rain or Shine! The Atlanta Track Club comes bright and early to Peachtree City tomorrow for the second running event in its 2015 Atlanta Track Club Grand Prix Series. Hosted with the Peachtree City Running Club, the Peachtree City 5K & 10K will showcase the wonderful paths that meander through Peachtree City. The moderately hilly course winds through wooded areas and neighborhoods, over bridges, and through tunnels.

5K & 10K in PTC this Sat.

Whether you are coming to run or watch family and friends, we welcome you to spend the day in our beautiful town. The rain promises to let up, and the sun should be peaking out behind the clouds by noon. Rent a golf cart and travel around the paths at a leisurely pace. Eat at one of our many diverse restaurants. Shop at our village centers or The Avenue. Spend the night! We have a number of hotels and conference centers with rooms to fit any budget.

The running event begins at the Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater, which is right next door to the Peachtree City Visitor’s Center. Stop by and we will help you plan your day. Take our virtual golf cart tour to learn more about our town. If there are seats left, you might be able to join our Southern Hollywood Film Tour, which leaves at 2pm!

Peachtree City Visitor's Center

For more information about Peachtree City, you also can visit our website at visitpeachtreecity.com.

For more information about the Peachtree City 5K & 10K, visit the Atlanta Track Club’s website at atlantatrackclub.org.