Located 30 miles north of Atlanta in Cherokee County, Woodstock was once just a stop along the Louisville-Nashville Railroad. Its vibrant culture and access to nature have transformed this city of 38,000 residents into a permanent destination. Woodstock's central downtown is almost always filled with locals dining at eateries or attending events. To the north, golf courses sit near Lake Allatoona, and to the south, neighborhood parks feature popular mountain biking trails. "It's such a melting pot of young and old, professionals and families, people and pets — the city's just so welcoming and warm to everyone," says David Piver, a resident of 15 years and a former city employee. According to Census data, Woodstock was the second fastest-growing city in Georgia between 2010 and 2020. Major local employers include the healthcare system and the Cherokee County School District.
The Woodstock neighborhood is nestled into trees with views of the Appalachian Mountains.
Reformation Brewery is the hotspot for gathering in Woodstock.
Downtown Woodstock boasts shops and restaurants like Jekyll Brewery.
Woodstock used to be just a stop along the Louisville-Nashville Railroad.
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Woodstock's golf communities and midcentury homes
Woodstock's growing population has come with rising housing prices. The median home price is around $480,000, slightly higher than the national average. "We have infrastructure here that's 130 years old, and then we have newer homes that just aren't," Piver says. "But really, we want our new developments to be as welcoming to growth as possible." Contemporary single-family homes around downtown Woodstock and to the north in golf communities often sell between $600,000 and $800,000.
Townhomes in Woodstock are built on the edge of Greenprints Trail.
The Millennium styled homes are often found in Woodstock.
Woodstock features a variety of home types that feature covered front porches.
The Millennium styled homes are often found in Woodstock.
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Summer tunes at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater
Events and art shows keep downtown Woodstock a lively place throughout the year. "We have a huge focus on the arts here," says Stacy Brown, Woodstock's marketing and communications manager. Woodstock Arts, a multidisciplinary nonprofit, hosts galleries at the Reeves House and puts on plays at its theater downtown. "One time they got international attention when they performed at the Park at City Center, and they had to do interviews in French," Brown recounts. The city also hosts the Summer Concert Series downtown at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater.
The Park at City Center features the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater in Woodstock.
Performing arts can be found at Woodstock Arts Center in the Woodstock neighborhood.
Residents gather in Downtown Woodstock for the Christmas Jubilee & Parade of Lights.
There is plenty of artwork for sale at the Woodstock Farmers Market.
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Drinks at Reformation Brewery and shopping for essentials
"Everything we do is through downtown," says Brian Borden, Woodstock's Parks and Recreation director. "On any given weekend, you're going to see downtown filled with people looking to shop, eat and get together." Inside century-old buildings, locally owned retailers range from bicycle shops to fashion boutiques, while busy bars and restaurants can be found all around. "The real gathering place is Reformation Brewery, where on any given day, you'll see crowds of people hanging out," Piver says. Reformation sits directly in the center of downtown, and its backyard is home to the second-oldest elm tree in the state. Shopping plazas, box chains and familiar supermarkets are located in the city's corners and south of downtown.
Grab a beer from one of the local restaurants in Woodstock and sit outside with your pets.
Reformation Brewery offers hosts events in Woodstock like the Cadencefair.
You can sit and enjoy live music at Reformation Brewery in Downtown Woodstock.
The Reeves House features a coffee shop, art gallery, and art studio.
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Boating at Lake Allatoona
Woodstock has over 400 acres of maintained parkland within city limits. "We have some of the best mountain biking trails around, and they're used by tons of people every year," Brown says. More experienced riders can find 14 miles of biking trails north of downtown on the Little River at Olde Rope Mill, which is also popular for fishing and kayaking. Numerous golf courses, including the Arnold Palmer-designed Eagle Watch, are scattered around the city. The city is also building the Greenprints Trail System, which will feature paved, multiuse paths that connect neighborhoods to parks and downtown. The 12,000-acre Lake Allatoona is at Woodstock's northern edge and is a hot spot for sailing and swimming.
Residents can set sail on Lake Allatoona.
The trails at Olde Rope Mill Park in Woodstock are popular with residents and visitors.
Residents bring their children to the Downtown Playground on Elm Street in Woodstock.
The Greenprints Trail is a wonderful place to be a part of nature in the Woodstock neighborhood.
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Heading to Kennesaw State University
Cherokee County Schools earns an A-minus on Niche. Top-rated private schools, such as the Walker School, are in neighboring cities. Chattahoochee Technical College is just north of downtown and shares the LINK program with Kennesaw State University, making it easier for students to continue their studies at a four-year college.
Woodstock Elementary School receives an overall grade of A- on Niche.
Woodstock Middle School in Woodstock, GA welcomes students grades six through eight.
Woodstock High School receives an overall grade of A- on Niche.
Some students at Kennesaw State University reside in Woodstock.
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Catching the Xpress bus to Atlanta
Interstate 575 runs directly through Woodstock and connects to I-75, which flows into Georgia's capital. At the Woodstock Park and Ride south of downtown, Xpress buses travel to and from Atlanta. A few medical centers are within city limits, and the expansive Northside Hospital Cherokee is only 13 miles north in Canton. The major hub of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located 38 miles south.
Crime statistics and weather patterns in Woodstock
According to FBI statistics, violent and property crime rates in Woodstock are at least 50% lower than rates in Georgia and the nation. While Woodstock experiences all four seasons, winters tend to be mild.
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