Free things to do in Atlanta! Once again, we present to you our eclectic assortment of FREE & CHEAP events around town. Make sure to click on each link for details, because some free events require pre-registration. If you … [Read more...] about Free & cheap things to do this week in Atlanta and suburbs
Arts & Entertainment
See this NEW light & art show at Peachtree Corners Town Center, free to enjoy!
All month long, you can visit Peachtree Corners Town Center at dusk to view a new public art and light installation by Atlanta-based artist Eddie Farr. The art and light exhibit will be on display from October 1 to November 7, … [Read more...] about See this NEW light & art show at Peachtree Corners Town Center, free to enjoy!
Regal’s 31 Screams on Screen: See a scary movie every day in October for just $8.99
During the month of October, Regal Cinemas is hosting its 31 Screams on Screen film showcase. Each day for 31 days, you can see a scary film on the big screen for just $8.99 at a participating Regal theater near you. The showcase … [Read more...] about Regal’s 31 Screams on Screen: See a scary movie every day in October for just $8.99
Celebrate Diwali on the green at Atlantic Station on Thursday, Oct. 16th
Atlantic Station will host its annual Diwali Festival on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m. It is FREE to attend and takes place on the Atlantic Green. Come and celebrate the Festival of Lights! You'll enjoy a free … [Read more...] about Celebrate Diwali on the green at Atlantic Station on Thursday, Oct. 16th
Taste of Canton is happening on Thursday, October 16th
Taste of Canton takes place on Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. It is FREE to attend, but you'll pay to taste. The location is the Mill at Etowah, located at: 141 Railroad Ave Canton, GA 30114 This event is an opportunity for … [Read more...] about Taste of Canton is happening on Thursday, October 16th
NEW free live music series at The Battery, on Thursdays this fall
The Battery Atlanta turns back time with its nostalgic live music series, Throwback Thursdays. The FREE concerts take place on select Thursdays in October and November, from 4 to 6 p.m. The early evening shows are designed to kick off … [Read more...] about NEW free live music series at The Battery, on Thursdays this fall
Alive in Roswell street festival is back for another run this Thursday
Roswell will again host its FREE monthly Alive in Roswell street festival, beginning on Thursday, April 17, 2025 and continuing through the season. The festivals take place on the third Thursday of each month, from 5 to 9 p.m., through October … [Read more...] about Alive in Roswell street festival is back for another run this Thursday
FREE! Stream “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” without a paid subscription this weekend only
How to watch the Charlie Brown Halloween, Thanksgiving, & Christmas specials in 2025 (they're not on network TV!) You may remember that the Charlie Brown holiday specials left network TV a few years ago. They moved to Apple TV+, which … [Read more...] about FREE! Stream “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” without a paid subscription this weekend only
Carvin’ in Crabapple: Bring a pumpkin to decorate, plus a Trunk-or-Treat festival
The city of Milton is hosting Halloween festivities on Saturday, October 25, 2025 -- including a pumpkin decorating event and Trunk-or-Treat for the kids. From 4 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 25th, you can bring your own pumpkin to the … [Read more...] about Carvin’ in Crabapple: Bring a pumpkin to decorate, plus a Trunk-or-Treat festival
Diwali Festival at Cumming City Center on Sunday
Celebrate Diwali at Cumming City Center on Sunday, October 19, 2025 from 1 to 6 p.m. The event is FREE to attend. More info Cumming City Center is located at: 423 Canton Rd. Cumming, GA 30040 … [Read more...] about Diwali Festival at Cumming City Center on Sunday
LAST CALL: Fairies in the Garden runs daily at Woodlands Garden in Decatur, thru Saturday
Woodlands Garden in Decatur is hosting the 11th annual Fairies in the Garden exhibit. It is FREE to attend, and runs from October 4th to 18th, 2025. On opening day, October 4th, there is a special celebration -- see the details below! The … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Fairies in the Garden runs daily at Woodlands Garden in Decatur, thru Saturday
Visit this Haunted Car Wash in Gwinnett for spooky fun this Friday & Saturday
Tommy's Express Car Wash in Lawrenceville is hosting a Haunted Car Wash experience, taking place the last two weekends in October. The car wash will become a Tunnel of Terror. The Haunted Car Wash takes place on: Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 … [Read more...] about Visit this Haunted Car Wash in Gwinnett for spooky fun this Friday & Saturday
See “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with live shadow cast at the Plaza Theatre on Friday nights
Let's do the Time Warp again... and again... and again... For those who don't know, that cult classic known as The Rocky Horror Picture Show plays every Friday night at the Plaza Theatre in midtown Atlanta -- with a live shadow cast. Shadow cast … [Read more...] about See “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with live shadow cast at the Plaza Theatre on Friday nights
FREE and family-friendly Truck-or-Treat event at The Battery on Halloween
Come to The Battery Atlanta on Halloween for a FREE and family-friendly event. Truck-or-Treat takes place on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 3 to 6 p.m. Costumes are highly encouraged and don’t forget your treat bags! Event … [Read more...] about FREE and family-friendly Truck-or-Treat event at The Battery on Halloween
Pumpkins in the Park: FREE pumpkin decorating event & costume contest in Newnan on Sunday
Pumpkins in the Park takes place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. The location is Newnan High School, on the Practice Field, located off Armory Road in Historic Downtown Newnan. There will be FREE pumpkins and decorating … [Read more...] about Pumpkins in the Park: FREE pumpkin decorating event & costume contest in Newnan on Sunday
Dinner and a Boo-vie, with a film double feature and trick-or-treating in Suwanee’s Town Center
Dinner and a Boovie takes place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Suwanee's Town Center. Come in costume! The events are FREE to attend. The festivities go from 5 to 10 p.m. There will be inflatables and games for the kids, along with food … [Read more...] about Dinner and a Boo-vie, with a film double feature and trick-or-treating in Suwanee’s Town Center
FREE! Xfinity Fall Movie Series at The Battery on Fridays: “Migration” is up this week
Enjoy a movie under the stars, now that the cooler fall weather has arrived. The Xfinity Fall Movie Series is FREE to attend. It is taking place at The Battery Atlanta on Friday nights. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Parking is free for the … [Read more...] about FREE! Xfinity Fall Movie Series at The Battery on Fridays: “Migration” is up this week
FREE! Community Board Game Night on third Saturdays in Dunwoody
Come out to socialize and play the classic board games you remember from childhood -- or discover new-to-you games. It promises to be a fun night for the whole family, and it happens monthly. Board Game Night is sponsored by Dunwoody Preservation … [Read more...] about FREE! Community Board Game Night on third Saturdays in Dunwoody
The annual Sprayberry Halloween trunk-or-treat event is happening on Oct. 29th
This event is packed full of fall fun and and Halloween treats! The Sprayberry Trunk-or-Treat Jam-BOO-ree takes place on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Hours are 5:30 to 8 p.m. You'll find festival food, a huge kid zone, spooky attractions, … [Read more...] about The annual Sprayberry Halloween trunk-or-treat event is happening on Oct. 29th
Loganville Autumn Fest returns to the Town Green with food, vendors, music, kids zone, more
The town of Loganville will host its annual AutumnFest on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The location is the Loganville Town Green, located at 235 Main St., Loganville, GA 30052. You'll find over 175 vendor booths lining Main … [Read more...] about Loganville Autumn Fest returns to the Town Green with food, vendors, music, kids zone, more
The Magnolia Arts Festival returns to Peachtree City this weekend
The 2025 Magnolia Arts Festival takes place in Peachtree City over the weekend of October 18th and 19th. Festival admission is FREE. You'll find a juried fine art market, a student art exhibit, plenty of great food, a kids activity area, and … [Read more...] about The Magnolia Arts Festival returns to Peachtree City this weekend
Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival on Saturday
Marietta's HarvestFest is back for 2025! This an annual festival every October. It includes the HarvestFest Arts & Crafts Show, Touch-A-Truck, Scarecrows In The Square, a costume contest, and the Halloween Happenings children's festival. In … [Read more...] about Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival on Saturday
Brookhaven International Festival is happening this weekend, at a new location for 2025
An assortment of cultures will be woven together on Saturday, Oct. 18, and Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, to create Brookhaven’s annual International Festival. The festival has a NEW location this year -- it will take place at Lenox Park (1277 Lenox … [Read more...] about Brookhaven International Festival is happening this weekend, at a new location for 2025
The Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade is back with some frightful fun this weekend
The Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade will take place over two days on the weekend of October 18th and 19th, 2025. Admission is FREE. Hours for the festival are noon to 8 p.m. on both days. The annual Little Five Points … [Read more...] about The Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade is back with some frightful fun this weekend
FREE! Mall of Georgia hosts Movies Under the Stars: “Ghostbusters” is up on Saturday
It's family fun time at the Mall of Georgia this summer. On select Saturday nights, you can bring your blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a FREE outdoor movie on the giant screen. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. and may include family-friendly … [Read more...] about FREE! Mall of Georgia hosts Movies Under the Stars: “Ghostbusters” is up on Saturday
The Romanian Festival happens in Lilburn this weekend
Celebrate Romanian culture and taste traditional food at the Romanian Festival this October. The event takes place over two days -- Saturday, October 18th and Sunday, October 19th, 2025. Festival hours are 1 to 7 p.m. The Romanian Festival … [Read more...] about The Romanian Festival happens in Lilburn this weekend
Hapeville summer concert series features a chili cookoff this Saturday
Hapeville's annual Downtown Live Concert Series is returning to Jess Lucas Park in the summer of 2025. The schedule of events is just below. All events are FREE and family-friendly. Each event features a concert and a … [Read more...] about Hapeville summer concert series features a chili cookoff this Saturday
Taste of Chamblee features foodie treats & family fun on Saturday
Taste of Chamblee is back, and ready to celebrate the diverse restaurant scene in this multi-cultural community on the Perimeter. The tasting event takes place on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. In addition to food, … [Read more...] about Taste of Chamblee features foodie treats & family fun on Saturday
Hogansville Hummingbird Festival is a charming, small-town street fest this weekend
The Hogansville Hummingbird Festival is a charming, small town street fest -- and an easy drive for anyone living south of Atlanta. It takes place on Saturday, October 18th and Sunday, October 19th, 2025, in historic downtown Hogansville. This … [Read more...] about Hogansville Hummingbird Festival is a charming, small-town street fest this weekend
Have some fun at Olde Town Conyers Fall Festival this Saturday
Welcome fall at Conyers' longest running festival, the Olde Town Fall Festival! The event takes place on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It features arts and crafts vendors, festival food, entertainment, children's activities, … [Read more...] about Have some fun at Olde Town Conyers Fall Festival this Saturday
Sandy Springs hosts its annual OktoberFEAST celebration on Oct. 18th & 19th
The City of Sandy Springs presents the second annual OktoberFEAST event, promising family fun on tap, on October 18th and 19th, 2025. Enjoy live music by the Swinging Bavarians, German beer on tap, authentic Bavarian cuisine, and polka! Admission … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs hosts its annual OktoberFEAST celebration on Oct. 18th & 19th
Eat, drink, and be spooky at the Spirits and Spice Festival in Newnan on October 25th
It’s time to eat, drink, and get spooky! Come to downtown Newnan for the Spirits & Spice Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025. It is FREE to attend, and hours are 2 to 7 p.m. Adults can get their "boos" on by walking the Downtown Spirits … [Read more...] about Eat, drink, and be spooky at the Spirits and Spice Festival in Newnan on October 25th
The Sugar Rush Arts Festival kicks off with a Friday Night Concert, then two days of fun
Save the date for the Sugar Rush Arts Festival on Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025. There is also a kickoff concert on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. The festival features arts vendors, food trucks, and family-friendly … [Read more...] about The Sugar Rush Arts Festival kicks off with a Friday Night Concert, then two days of fun
Snellville Fall Festival and Halloween costume contest on Oct. 25th
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The town of Snellville will hold its 15th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25th, 2025. The art market and entertainment are FREE, and the Kids Zone requires a paid wristband. The festival takes place on the Snellville Towne Green, … [Read more...] about Snellville Fall Festival and Halloween costume contest on Oct. 25th
Scarecrows everywhere! Where to see the best fall scarerow displays for great photo opps!
Updated for 2025! Want to get outside, take a stroll in the autumn sunshine, and create some great photo opps? Head to a scarecrow display! These fun scarecrow collections pop up all around town every October, in parks and suburban town … [Read more...] about Scarecrows everywhere! Where to see the best fall scarerow displays for great photo opps!
Register now, then come to the High Museum on Wednesday: FREE admission, live performances, art-making workshops, and more
The High Museum of Art is not only a popular attraction in Atlanta, it's an organization that is committed to making the arts accessible to everyone in the community, regardless of income or demographics. For many years now, the High Museum has … [Read more...] about Register now, then come to the High Museum on Wednesday: FREE admission, live performances, art-making workshops, and more
The annual “Howl on the Green” Halloween celebration returns to Duluth
The city of Duluth is hosting its annual Halloween event, Howl on the Green, on Friday, October 24th, 2025. There will be food trucks, costume contests, live music, special activities, trick-or-treating opportunities, and plenty of … [Read more...] about The annual “Howl on the Green” Halloween celebration returns to Duluth
FREE trick-or-treating at Town Brookhaven on Halloween
Bring the kids to Town Brookhaven on October 31, 2025 for some Halloween fun! Starting at 5 p.m., you can pick up a trick-or-treat map at the booth on the Town Green, then work your way around the complex to visit participating stores and … [Read more...] about FREE trick-or-treating at Town Brookhaven on Halloween
Regal Cinemas hosts a $5 advance screening on Mystery Movie Monday, Oct. 13th
If you love the movies, adore a bargain, and enjoy surprises, this is a deal for you! Lots of movie fans are thrilled by a good plot twist at the end of a suspenseful thriller. Now, you can enjoy that twist before the movie even begins, thanks to … [Read more...] about Regal Cinemas hosts a $5 advance screening on Mystery Movie Monday, Oct. 13th
Things to do for spooky fun in Atlanta: celebrate Halloween all month long
What to do for Halloween in Atlanta? This is a list of Halloween activities, organized by date and appearing in chronological order. Of course, you can find these on our main calendar as well, but this listing cuts through the noise and lists only … [Read more...] about Things to do for spooky fun in Atlanta: celebrate Halloween all month long
