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Augusta, GA
Best Events (Events)
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Masters Practice Rounds |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 6 - April 8, 2009
2604 Washington Rd Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta 30904 • 706-667-6000 |
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Description:
Before the Big Daddy of golf tournaments, the pros take two days for what is affectionately known as "practice rounds." What these two days have evolved into over the past few years is a relaxed, amiable event that allows golf fans to exchange banter with the likes of Greg Norman, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Hal Sutton, and more. Sharpies are readily available, as the fans collect players' autographs on whatever is available: shirts, bits of paper, hats, and even skin! |
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Masters Tournament |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 6 - April 12, 2009
2604 Washington Rd Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta 30904 • 706-667-6000 |
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The first weekend in April throws Augusta into the global spotlight, with the best golfers from around the world competing for the coveted green jacket of the Masters. First held in 1934 and continuing today as the premier golf tournament, Augusta National rivals the likes of St. Andrews, Scotland. The only color to rival the vivid pinks, reds, and lavender azaleas is the silhouette of a dapper green blazer on the shoulders of a new champion. Hopefully, you may know someone who is connected, as the waiting list for tickets is as long as a Georgia mile. |
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The Garden Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 24 - April 26, 2009
1301 Greene St Sacred Heart Cultural Center, Augusta 30901 • 706-826-4700 |
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Description:
Did you know Augusta is known as the Garden City? The Garden Festival, held for three days and hosted by the Sacred Heart Cultural Center, celebrates history, horticulture, and the ever-progressing development of Augusta. All proceeds from the Festival go to the continued restoration of the Sacred Heart Center. Featuring creative gardens and exotic floral exhibits, public and private garden tours, and comprehensive horticultural demonstrations and lectures. An open "City Market," featuring fabulous garden items for sale, is also a very popular feature of this festival. |
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RiverBlast July Fourth Celebration |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
July 4, 2009
Riverwalk-Augusta Common, Augusta • 706-821-1754 |
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Augusta celebrates Independence Day every year, lining the Savannah River to ooh and aah the crowd with sights and sounds of colorful and sonic fireworks. An arts and crafts bazaar, a variety of musical entertainment, dance and activities for the entire family are part of the festivities. There will also be a patriotic concert held in the Jessye Norman Amphitheater. Street vendors sell funnel cakes, beer, hot dogs, and commemorative t-shirts. Fun for everyone. |
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Augusta Southern Nationals Drag Boat Race |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
July 17 - July 19, 2009
Savannah River at the Augusta Riverfront, Augusta • 706-823-6600 |
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Description:
This exciting event is the world's richest drag boat race – last year over $120,000 in cash and prizes. Going strong for over 15 years, its popularity continues to grow. Held on the Savannah River, all proceeds go to the Augusta chapter of the Special Olympics. |
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National Barrel Horse Championships |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 26 - October 31, 2009
601 7th St Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center, Augusta 30903 • 706-722-3521 |
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Description:
Augusta is the headquarters for the National Barrel Horse Association. Last year, over 1200 entries from all over the country competed for cash, prizes, and most of all the prestige of being a champion. |
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