Taste of Marietta

Get a Taste of Marietta, one of the largest and tastiest events in Georgia, returns to the Historic Marietta Square in 2024. With an impressive variety of restaurants – some new to the event, along with past favorites – the 2024 festival is sure to be better than ever.

Entertainment Lineup

Cobb Life Stage
11:30am – 12:30pm -- Mildly Aggressive Folk
1:00pm – 2:00pm -- Francisco Vidal

Bandstand
11:00am – 11:35pm -- Marietta Theatre in the Square Revue
12:00pm – 1:00pm -- Takiya Mason & the Band of Angels
1:30 - 2:30 -- Sarah Nova Band
3:00 - 4:30 -- Better By Daylight
5:00am – 7:00pm -- Forever young

Entertainers

Takiya Mason

Get ready to be electrified by Takiya Mason & The Band Of Angels! Their style is a magnificent mix of alternative, soul, rock, and reggae, which will take you on a musical adventure like no other. With every note, they captivate and bring their fans together, creating an unforgettable atmosphere of unity, peace, and love. Brace yourself to be inspired and uplifted because this band absolutely knows how to connect with their audience. Get ready for an amazing musical ride!

Francisco Vidal

The Francisco Vidal Band, an acoustic, rock/pop power trio, hails from Atlanta and will light your rock and roll fire. Fronted by Atlanta guitarist/singer/songwriter Francisco Vidal, FVB fills venues with loyal fans--old and new. He fuses virtuosic skill and poise on guitar, with strong, memorable vocals and tireless enthusiasm for live performance. His unique brand of feel-good rock will have you singing along with him at the top of your lungs.

Francisco has played on more than a dozen Sixthman music cruises, like The Rock Boat, Simple Man Cruise and Mayercraft Carrier. He has performed alongside national acts such as Zac Brown Band, Marshall Tucker Band, Edwin McCain, John Mayer, Sister Hazel and many other renowned artists. He has also headlined at festivals and major venues from Panama City, to Minneapolis, to Los Angeles. Francisco is on a heavy hitting tour schedule, playing 350 shows a year across the country.

Sarah Nova Band

Sarah Nova is a dynamic singer known for infusing her unique style into the songs she covers. From a young age, Sarah has been passionately singing, showcasing her exceptional talent since the tender age of 4. With a soulful voice and undeniable charisma, she captivates audiences with every performance.

With a deep love for music and a commitment to authenticity, Sarah Nova continues to leave her mark on the music industry, captivating listeners and inspiring fellow artists alike with her boundless talent and infectious passion.

Forever Young

Forever Young is a high energy 80’s tribute band that brings the iconic era of 80s music to life. With their electrifying performances, they transport their audiences back in time to relive the music, fashion and club scenes of the 80s. The band, formed in Marietta Georgia, is passionate about recreating the quintessential sound of the 80s with their unique style and interpretation. Led by Chad Yochum and Kayte Burgess, who bears an uncanny resemblance to the legendary artists of the era, Forever Young captures the essence of 80s music through their powerhouse renditions of popular hits, including "Take on Me" by A-ha, "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper, "Hungry Like the Wolf" by Duran Duran and so many more! In addition to their impressive musical range, Forever Young's stage presence is truly unmatched. From their vibrant costumes to their dynamic dance moves, they are sure to get everyone on their feet dancing and sing along. Forever Young has performed in numerous venues across the region and have thrilled audiences of all ages with their infectious energy and undeniable talent. Forever Young is not just a tribute band, but a visual and sonic celebration of the unforgettable era of 80s music that continues to inspire and entertain generations.

Better By Daylight

Better By Daylight is good old fashioned rock n' roll cover band. Anchored by old Stetson University Law School classmates Bert Reeves (vocals, guitars, piano, harmonica) and Bobby Johnson (bass) - BBD features an almost full band of Cobb County based attorneys. The band members have all been in the Cobb music scene for decades, playing music in various other bands throughout the years. Attorneys Joe Murphy (drums) and Sam Britt (guitars) round out the other lawyer members of the band, while Tom Hamlin (guitars) represents the non-lawyer people of the industry (and therefore is de facto the most sane and tolerable member of the band). Most band practices are evenly divided with loud rock n' roll and debate about pressing legal matters such as the proper usage of the Oxford Comma. With a set of rock standards ranging from the Rolling Stones to The Georgia Satellites to Joe Walsh, if you are a fan of rock n' roll music, you will enjoy every second of the performance of Better By Daylight!

Admission to the festival is FREE. The only costs are the cost of food – ‘tastes’ ranging from $2.00 to $9.00 – and drinks and some activities in the Kids Alley.