5 Things: Pro Wakeboard Tour Returns to Acworth

1. Weather. Showers and thunderstorms are possible after 2 p.m. today, with mostly cloudy skies and a high temp near 65 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Northwest wind is between 5 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent. There will be a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight, with mostly cloudy skies and a low around 44. Northwest wind will be between 10 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent.

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3. Happening now. The Pro Wakeboard Tour makes its return to in Acworth this Thursday, May 19 through Saturday, May 21. The main event will take place on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. On Thursday and Friday the event begins at 9 a.m. and ends around 4 p.m., but not all of the action takes place on the water. On land, fans will experience great food and music, athlete autograph signings, chances to win free stuff, and shopping at the most cutting-edge stores for water-sports equipment including boats, wakeboards, wakeskates, sunglasses and the latest in wakeboarding and surfing fashions. This is a family oriented event and will provide a fun filled day of sun, surf and excitement for all who attend.

To purchase tickets in advance, visit www.prowakeboardtour.com. Tickets will also be available for purchase on event dates at Dallas Landing Park: $13.00 for ages 13 and older, $5 for ages 6 to 12, and ages 5 and under are admitted free. Parking will be available at the park Thursday and Friday. Limited parking will be available at the park on Saturday. Shuttles will be provided from downtown Acworth.

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