Atlanta Motor Speedway
1500 Hwy. 19/41 South
Hampton, GA 30228
(770) 946-4211 | Ticket Office/(770) 707-7970
Gift Shop www.atlantamotorspeedway.com
Known as the track "Where the Fast Go Faster," Henry County is the proud home of Atlanta Motor Speedway, a 1.54 mile track that is one of the premier motorsports facilities in the country. Two annual NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races, which take place in March and Labor Day weekend, rev up the crowd at Atlanta Motor Speedway, as well as the Thursday Thunder summer-racing series and Friday Night Drags. Tours operate daily from the gift shop.
Cubihatcha Outdoor Center
100 Collins Road
Locust Grove, GA 30248
678-583-3930 | www.hcwsa.com
The Cubihatcha Outdoor Center was created to improve and protect existing wildlife habitats, while also providing an avenue for public education and enjoyment. The center has 10 miles of nature trails nestled between reservoirs and showcases typical Piedmont features. The enhancement corridor is home to many diverse types of native plants and animals. The Center has a naturalist on duty.
Fun Town of Henry County
300 Highway 155
McDonough, GA 30252
770-898-4272 | www.myfunbowl.com
An indoor & outdoor family entertainment complex featuring: bowling, go-karts, mini-golf, video arcades and the brand new addition, Back Alley Billiards, an upscale billiards parlor.
Heritage Park
101 Lake Dow Road
McDonough, GA 30252
770-288-7300 | www.hcprd.org
Heritage Park is the home of a museum and historic village featuring a log cabin, detached cookhouse, schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, library and 1934 steam engine locomotive. Tours available by appointment. A covered arena that can accommodate 3,800 for concerts and events opened at the park in 2007.
Veterans Wall of Honor
101 Lake Dow Road
McDonough, GA 30252
770-288-7300 | www.veteranswallofhonor.org
The Veterans Wall of Honor is a unique national monument that honors all veterans, living and deceased, for their service and sacrifices to secure our freedom. Dedicated on Veterans Day 2008, it sits on a 2.5 acre hilltop site in the historic Heritage Park in McDonough, Georgia. Old Glory, the 50 state flags and the emblems of all the military branches provide a grand backdrop for the focal point, a 75-foot long granite wall laser-engraved with depictions of various scenes of battle and service by our military, as well as famous quotes by our nation's leaders and excerpts from inspirational poems.
JailHouse Brewing Company
8 Cherry Street
Hampton, GA 30228
404-729-7681| Jailhousebrewing.com/
Brewed in the former city jail in Hampton, Georgia, JailHouse Brewing Company offers hand-crafted beers that marry small-batch ingenuity with refreshing palatability. JailHouse brands Slammer Wheat and Mugshot IPA are satisfying, refreshing and designed to enhance Southern cuisine. Look for the black and white striped tap handle in local restaurants throughout Henry County. Glenn Golden, owner and Hampton native, offers brewery tours Wednesday through Friday from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Come see how simple ingredients - barley, water and hops - become something to celebrate. Tours available by appointment.
Nash Farm Battlefield
4361 Jonesboro Road
Hampton, GA 30228
770-288-7300 | www.hcprd.org
The 204-acre Nash Farm Battlefield was the site of the largest Calvary raid in Georgia's history and a huge Confederate campsite. It is one of very few Civil War battlefields that remains intact and meticulously preserved so that visitors can step back in time to the final days of the Atlanta Campaign. Tours available by appointment. While at the park, don’t miss the new Veteran's Historical Museum. The museum hosts an impressive collection of original uniforms and military paraphernalia from World War I to present. Veteran tour guides offers visitors a look into the life of the soldiers who wore the uniforms on display. Tours Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and by appointment.
Noah's Ark
712 Locust Grove - Griffin Road
Locust Grove, GA 30248
770-957-0888 | www.noahs-ark.org
Noah's Ark rehabs several hundred animals a year and has more than 1,000 animals living there year-round. Don't miss visiting "Evidence" the renowned zebra. Walk the nature trails, visit the animal habitats and witness the power and effectiveness of love.
Southern Belle Farm
1658 Turner Church Road
McDonough, GA 30252
770-898-0999 | www.southernbellefarm.com
'Family Fun Down on the Farm' is just what you'll find at this 200-acre working farm. Our specialties are homegrown family fun, fresh produce and wholesome memories! Open seasonally, you'll find U-Pick berries in the Spring, and lots of Fall fun getting lost in a cornfield maze, taking a hayride, picking a pumpkin and more! It's fun for all ages!
Starlite Skating Center
3710 N. Henry Boulevard
Stockbridge, GA 30281
770-474-7655 | www.starliteskatingcenter.com
Have fun skating in a family atmosphere! Skaters love Starlite's hardwood maple floor as well as the games and prizes. Five private rooms are available for parties.
Hot Shots Paintball at Windy Hill
100 A Windy Hill Road
McDonough, GA 30253
678-432-7766 | www.shaneshotshots.com
Hot Shots Paintball at Windy Hill Park is the premier paintball facility in Metro Atlanta! Along with four paintball fields, it also offers a 79,000 square foot "Fort Deadwood" old-west scenario field. It is a great location for birthday parties, corporate events, and family reunions. Call for special group rates. Open Saturdays from 11am - 5pm and Monday thru Friday by appointment.
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