All the most important info to know if you’re attending today’s A Taste of the Highlands.
We’re looking forward to seeing you at A Taste of the Highlands on Saturday, May 14, from 2:00-5:00 PM. Below are a few details and reminders that you may find helpful:
What should I bring with me?
- Please bring your driver’s license to pick up tickets, and to be able to drink adult beverages.
- If you purchased multiple tickets, we will need to see everyone’s ID (except for children) in order for them to be admitted into the event. Example: you can not pick up the wrist bands for your guests – each person must check in and present ID.
- For student tickets, you will need to bring your valid student ID along with your driver’s license.
- A camera (take lots of photos and share them with us during and after the event!)
- Sunscreen if it is sunny. Rain gear if rain is in the forecast.
- A good appetite!
I purchased tickets online, how do I get my tickets?
All tickets purchased online are held at the door to pick up day of event. If you purchased tickets online, please come to the event and check in at the registration table.
When does the event start and end?
The 9th Annual A Taste of the Highlands will take place Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM.
Pro tip: arrive near the start of the event rather than later. Arriving later is fine, but you won’t have as much time to enjoy the all you can eat food. Arriving near the closing time isn’t recommended.
Where am I going?
A Taste of the Highlands will take place at John Howell Park [click for map] in Virginia-Highland.
The Registration Table will be located on Virginia about 200 yards south of the intersection of Virginia and Barnett.
Where should I park my car?
If you live in the neighborhood, we encourage you to walk to the event. And don’t forget about MARTA. Otherwise, street parking in the neighborhood is available. Please be respectful of driveways.
Remember to lock your car. Do not leave any valuable items in your car. Among other things, do not leave electronics (GPS, camera, cell phone, laptop, etc.) in your car.
What if there is inclement weather?
The event is rain or shine. Responding to various questions that have come up the past two days:
- Q: “If there is rain in the forecast, what could I bring?” A: I’m a practical person and I’d bring an umbrella. I’d bring a Gore-Tex rain jacket.
- Q: “If it rains Saturday, will the event be moved indoors?” A: The festival is permitted for John Howell Park for more than 1,000 people. There is no indoor facility to move the event to.
- Q: “Is there an alternate date if it rains?” A: The event is “rain or shine”. There is not an alternate date.
- Q: “Will there be tents/cover if it is raining?” A: The event is not permitted for tents. But we’re told that everyone is welcome to bring any tailgate tents if they’ve got ‘em.
- Q: “What if it rains Saturday?” A: My best advice: keep the big picture in mind. The event is for a good cause and the children who are patients at Children’s Healthcare are going through a much rougher time than getting rained on. We’re here to help them. Let’s have a good time Saturday, regardless of the weather!
Are dogs allowed at the event?
City of Atlanta does not permit dogs at special park events, like A Taste of the Highlands. Please leave your pet(s) at home.
What’s the Twitter hashtag?
Follow the event on Twitter @tasteofvahi and use hashtag #TOTH11 to Tweet or follow other tweeters.
Use hashtag #TOTH11 when posting photos online to Flickr and Twitter.
Is it too late to have a friend register for tickets?
Tickets will be available to purchase day of event at the door for $45.00 until sold out.
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We look forward to hosting and meeting you at A Taste of the Highlands 2011! We have a great festival in store with food, drinks and music and we’re so glad you can join us for this event benefiting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
Best regards,
David Eckoff
A Taste of the Highlands volunteer
