ROSWELL, GA.- With just weeks to go, anticipation is growing for the Festival of the Painted Rock, taking place Saturday, August 30 at the scenic Chattahoochee Nature Center.

Presented by Roswell Arts Fund, this one-day outdoor festival offers a rich blend of live music, art installations, and natural beauty—creating a unique experience at the intersection of creativity and community. The event also serves a greater purpose: supporting public art and environmental education in Roswell.

Headline Acts Bring National Talent to the Stage

Leading this year’s lineup are three acclaimed national performers:

• Maggie Rose delivers a dynamic mix of rock, soul, and Americana. A Grammy nominee praised by Rolling Stone and Billboard, she has performed at Bonnaroo, Newport Folk Festival, and the Grand Ole Opry. Her acclaimed podcast, Salute the Songbird, highlights conversations with women in music. Expect a powerful and genre-spanning closing set.

• Sunny Sweeney, a Texas country standout, combines heartfelt songwriting with sharp wit. She was the first female artist to earn back-to-back No. 1 singles on the Texas Music Chart and has been nominated for an ACM Award. Her performances offer a compelling mix of honesty, humor, and classic country sensibility.

• Chatham County Line, a Raleigh-based trio, brings rich harmonies and a blend of bluegrass, folk, country, and rock. With nine albums under their belt and multiple Billboard Bluegrass Chart-toppers, they’ve collaborated with artists like Judy Collins and Sharon Van Etten and developed a global following.

These national acts are joined by a talented supporting lineup, including Athens favorites Wim Tapley & The Cannons and Hotel Fiction, Atlanta’s atmospheric Slow Parade, and local singer-songwriter Solo Lowit, adding regional depth and fresh energy to the day.

A Full-Sensory Experience at the Chattahoochee Nature Center

Festivalgoers will enjoy full access to the Nature Center’s trails and gardens, including the final weekend of the popular Butterfly Encounter. Temporary art installations will be featured throughout the site, offering opportunities for inspiration and interaction. Guests can also enjoy delicious food and drink from local favorites like From the Earth Brewing Company and Bask Steakhouse, plus other creative experiences designed to spark imagination.

A Celebration with Purpose

More than a day of performances, the Festival of the Painted Rock is a fundraiser supporting two cornerstone organizations in Roswell’s cultural and environmental landscape. Proceeds benefit the Roswell Arts Fund, which champions public art and cultural initiatives, and the Chattahoochee Nature Center, a leader in environmental education, conservation, and stewardship.

By attending, guests help sustain and grow Roswell's creative vitality and natural beauty for future generations.