2013 Index of Winners

We'd venture to guess that the organizers behind the Decatur Book Festival want to make it impossible for you not to like them. Whether you like young adult books or cookbooks or political nonfiction or experimental poetry or novels, you will find at least some small sliver of programming devoted to your tastes. (Don't like books? They have pretty good corn dogs, too.) That's what makes this annual Labor Day weekend event the biggest and most popular book event of the year, every year. "Every Labor Day weekend. Downtown Decatur, E. Ponce de Leon Avenue and Church Street. less...

Perennial favorite Jeju offers the adventure of a Korean bathhouse at a pauper's price. For $25, customers gain access to 10 unisex saunas and steam rooms, Jacuzzis, and shower areas. Included among the domed saunas are the Jade Steam Room (for increased metabolism and circulation), the Charcoal Room (for toxin absorption), the Rock Salt Room (for stress release), and the Baked Clay Sauna (for melting muscle tension). Gender-specific areas are clothing-optional. And the Korean food court and massage options require additional costs. With 24/7 hours, it's always a convenient and economical escape to relax, release, and rejuvenate. less...

After 31 years, the Junkman's Daughter is more than just a neighborhood novelty; it's a bizarre bazaar. Seriously, this place was weird before weird was cool. And nothing's changed based on the inventory of gag gifts and total randomania. It's like Halloween 365 days a year, complete with My Little Pony tank tops in XL, Bride of Frankenstein bustiers, and everything in between. Whether you're seeking to come out of your shell or climb into one, it's a one-stop shop for alternative lifestyles. And the stock of outrageous patent-leather platforms would make Nancy Sinatra burst out in song. less...