May-Retta Daze
May-Retta Daze is a two-day art, crafts & music outdoor festival held annually, the first weekend in May at the Historic Marietta Square. The festival features exhibitors and artists showcasing handmade goods including painting, pottery, woodwork, metal, glass, fabric, soap, candles and more. In addition to a wide variety of arts & crafts, the Music Festival will showcase various live acoustic musical performances from local artists throughout both days. There is something for everyone with festival food, kid's zone and live music. Bring the entire family to shop, relax and soak up the sounds on the Marietta Square.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Arts, Crafts, and Music Festival Schedule
Saturday
- 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. - Arts & Crafts Show, Kid's Zone, Festival Food
- 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Music Festival performances by local musicians on the Glover Park stage
- 11:30a.m - May-retta Derby Daze Hat Parade!!
Sunday
- 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Arts & Crafts Show, Kid's Zone, Festival Food
- 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Music Festival by local musicians on the Glover Park stage
Music Festival Lineup -
We will be seeking local musicians to add to our music festival lineup as part of the 48th Annual May-Retta Daze Festival. Singer/Songwriter musicians (cover and original music) are all welcome to apply. Musicians that are selected to perform on the main stage during peak festival hours based on talent/skill, will receive compensation.
An ONLINE link to apply can be found HERE Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - Music Festival Lineup Applications are closed for 2023 MEET THE MUSICIANS!! Music Festival Lineup -. You can also download the application HERE Version OptionsMay-Retta DazeHeadlineMusician Applications are now OPEN!! Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - 2023 Musician Applications are OPEN Music Festival Lineup - Music Festival Lineup Applications are closed for 2023 MEET THE MUSICIANS!! Music Festival Lineup -. Application will be accepted after January 5th until March 27th.
Completed applications must be sent to specialevents@mariettaga.gov or mailed to:
City of Marietta Parks, Recreation, and Facilities
Attn: Special Events
205 Lawrence St NE/ 3rd Floor
PO Box 609
Marietta GA 30061
Line Up TBD...
SATURDAY | |
10:00 - 11:00am | |
11:00am - 12:00pm | |
12:00-1:00pm | |
1:00 - 2:00pm | |
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3:00 - 4:00pm | |
4:00 -5:00pm | |
5:00 - 6:00pm | |
6:00-7:00pm | |
SUNDAY | |
11:00 - 12:00pm | |
12:00 - 1:00pm | |
1:00 - 2:00pm | |
2:00 - 3:00pm | |
3:00 - 4:00pm | |
4:00 - 5:00pm | |
The MAY-RETTA DERBY DAZE HAT PARADE!
All walking parade through the May-retta Daze Festival celebrating Kentucky Derby Day! The City invites everyone to dress up in your best Derby garb and don your most elaborate hat! Prizes will be given away to individuals with the most creative hats! *Only hand-made hats eligible for prizes*
Meet at the Glover Park Gazebo at 11AM Saturday, for an 11:30AM post time. No pre-sign-up necessary.
Live Showcase Stage
Saturday May 3rd
- Schedule to be determined.
Sunday May 4th
- Schedule to be determined.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING AT OUR EVENTS??
The City of Marietta is grateful to any group, club, organization, business or individual that wishes to volunteer their time to help the Special Events division put on the best events possible. If you are interested in volunteering for our events, please fill out our volunteer form. A representative of the team will contact you with more information!
*All individuals who directly interact with minors (under age 18) are required to consent to a criminal background check prior to working their first event*
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Maggi Moss
Community Engagement Supervisor
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Emily Hartsfield
Recreation Coordinator - Special Events
SPONSORS
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Superior Plumbing - PRESENTING SPONSOR
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GA Grown - PRESENTING SPONSOR
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Power Home Remodeling
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Renewal by Andersen
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BGAD Group
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Captial Vacations
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Guardian Garage
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Gutter Guard
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Leaf Guard
Vendor/Sponsor Applications
Vendor Opportunities
Food vendors applications are also selected by JRM Management. Click here for the application
Sponsor Opportunities
Additional Information
For more information, call the Marietta Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department at 770-794-5601.
Parking Information
Free and paid parking is available around the Marietta Square. Visit the Marietta Parking Map.