NOTE: According to a media alert, Saturday events are CANCELED due to Hurricane Isaias. HOWEVER, on Sunday the festival will continue with adjustments. The Parade will start at noon on Sunday. The music lineup … [Read more...] about UPDATE on Atlanta Pride: The Parade now happens on Sunday, and the festival continues with some adjustments
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St. Elias Mid-East Festival is rescheduled for Nov. 14th & 15th — save the dates
The annual St. Elias Mid-East Festival has been RESCHEDULED for Saturday & Sunday, November 14 Y 15, 2026. The original dates in October were canceled because of an unfavorable weather forecast that weekend. Admission is … [Read more...] about St. Elias Mid-East Festival is rescheduled for Nov. 14th & 15th — save the dates
Cartersville Fall Festival & Trick-or-Treat Trail at Dellinger Park on Oct. 24th
The 2nd annual Cartersville Fall Festival takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 4 to 8 p.m. It is FREE to attend at Dellinger Park. This family-friendly event features live music, bounce houses for the kids, carnival … [Read more...] about Cartersville Fall Festival & Trick-or-Treat Trail at Dellinger Park on Oct. 24th
The Great Fall Festival with truck-or-treat takes place at The Battery on Oct. 25th
The Great Fall Festival takes place at The Battery on Sunday, October 25, 2026. It is FREE to attend, from 2 to 5 p.m. Costumes are encouraged, and don't forget to bring treat bags for the kids. You'll also find festive fall experiences, … [Read more...] about The Great Fall Festival with truck-or-treat takes place at The Battery on Oct. 25th
Deep South Wrestling: attend a FREE pro wrestling match this Saturday at Atlanta Dairies (plus more October dates)
Deep South Wrestling puts on live shows that are completely FREE to attend. You don't need a ticket or a reservation, although you might pay a few bucks for parking at some of the venues that host events. (And of course, you'll find concessions for … [Read more...] about Deep South Wrestling: attend a FREE pro wrestling match this Saturday at Atlanta Dairies (plus more October dates)
Georgia State Fair runs thru Sunday
The 2026 Georgia State Fair: Free admission days, BOGO ride wristband deals, and ticket discounts. The Georgia State Fair returns to EchoPark Speedway (formerly Atlanta Motor Speedway) for it's annual fall run in 2026. And, as always, we've got the … [Read more...] about Georgia State Fair runs thru Sunday
FREE! Weekend Wind Down concert in Avondale Estates features the Buddy Red on Sunday
Avondale Estates will once again host its Weekend Wind Down concerts on the Town Green. These FREE concert events take place on select dates this year, and the schedule is below. The dates are mostly 2nd Sundays -- except for May and … [Read more...] about FREE! Weekend Wind Down concert in Avondale Estates features the Buddy Red on Sunday
The Avenue West Cobb hosts a FREE Halloween festival & trick-or-treating on October 31st
The Avenue West Cobb, an outdoor shopping center, is celebrating the year's spookiest season with their annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The event is FREE to attend and is family-friendly. Kids can … [Read more...] about The Avenue West Cobb hosts a FREE Halloween festival & trick-or-treating on October 31st
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 24, 2026, 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
Monsters & Movie on Main: spend Halloween in Lilburn with trick-or-treating, a movie, and family fun
Lilburn hosts the annual Monsters and Movie on Main event on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m. Kids can get dressed up in costume and head to downtown Lilburn for a safe, fun, supervised Halloween event. Start out by … [Read more...] about Monsters & Movie on Main: spend Halloween in Lilburn with trick-or-treating, a movie, and family fun
Fall-o-Ween Fest at the Home Depot Backyard on Oct. 23rd — Reserve FREE tickets now
Fall-O-Ween is back at the Home Depot Backyard with festivities, food, fun, and maybe a few frights. The event is FREE to attend, but you must register in advance, by the date of the event -- details below. There is, however, a parking fee … [Read more...] about Fall-o-Ween Fest at the Home Depot Backyard on Oct. 23rd — Reserve FREE tickets now
Halloween Farm Festival in Dunwoody on October 24th
Come to the Halloween Farm Festival on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from noon to 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend (with fees for activities) and takes place at Donaldson-Bannister Farm in Dunwoody. Kids of all ages can go on the “Trick or Treat … [Read more...] about Halloween Farm Festival in Dunwoody on October 24th
Tunnel of Terror: Visit this Haunted Car Wash in Gwinnett — your car will be scary clean!
It's back for 2026! Tommy's Express Car Wash in Lawrenceville is once again hosting a Haunted Car Wash experience in October. The car wash will become a Tunnel of Terror. The Haunted Car Wash takes place from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on these … [Read more...] about Tunnel of Terror: Visit this Haunted Car Wash in Gwinnett — your car will be scary clean!
The Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville hosts FREE Family Thursdays this week
The Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville holds a FREE Family Thursday event each month. The museum stays open late on those days, and the free admission hours are 4 to 8 p.m. The museum claims to be the world's largest permanent … [Read more...] about The Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville hosts FREE Family Thursdays this week
CANCELED. Fall Festival on Ponce features live music, art vendors, food, kids activities, more, this Saturday & Sunday
CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE, BOTH DAYS The Fall Festival on Ponce takes place over two days on the weekend of October 10th and 11th, 2026. As always, it will be held in the Olmsted Linear Parks, along Ponce de Leon Avenue. Admission is FREE, … [Read more...] about CANCELED. Fall Festival on Ponce features live music, art vendors, food, kids activities, more, this Saturday & Sunday
CANCELED! Oakhurst Porchfest features 100+ musical performances this Saturday
This event is canceled, due to Hurricane Isaias. Oakhurst Porchfest is back! The annual music festival takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from noon to 7 p.m. During Porchfest, you can wander around one square mile within Oakhurst … [Read more...] about CANCELED! Oakhurst Porchfest features 100+ musical performances this Saturday
Lilburn Daze is a family-friendly fall festival on Saturday
NOTE: It was announced on Facebook that this event is canceled due to the weather forecast. The Lilburn Daze Arts & Crafts Festival will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Admission is FREE. The event takes place at Lilburn City … [Read more...] about Lilburn Daze is a family-friendly fall festival on Saturday
Chalktoberfest on the Marietta Square is canceled
Due to the weather forecast, Chalktoberfest is canceled for October 10 and 11. We will update if it is rescheduled. IF you have a paid ticket to the Beer Festival, watch for an email regarding your options. It's a festival … [Read more...] about Chalktoberfest on the Marietta Square is canceled
The Atlanta Arab Festival is happening this Saturday & Sunday
The Atlanta Arab Festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11, 2026. This is the rain date -- it was originally scheduled for the previous weekend, but was canceled for weather concerns. Admission is … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Arab Festival is happening this Saturday & Sunday
Avondale Estates hosts FREE “Shakespeare at Sunset” performances on the Town Green
Avondale Estates is bringing live theater to the Town Green this fall, with Shakespeare at Sunset. The performances are FREE and family-friendly. The city has had two successful seasons of a popular community series known as A … [Read more...] about Avondale Estates hosts FREE “Shakespeare at Sunset” performances on the Town Green
The Great Pumpkin Fest and costume contest in Canton is RESCHEDULED for Oct. 31st
The Great Pumpkin Fest is a Halloween and fall festival in Cherokee County. It takes place on Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is FREE to attend. This date has been rescheduled to Halloween from earlier in October, due to … [Read more...] about The Great Pumpkin Fest and costume contest in Canton is RESCHEDULED for Oct. 31st
FREE Family Fall Festival in Suwanee this Saturday
New Life Atlanta and Friendship Christian School are hosting the annual Family Fall Festival on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Admission is FREE. The festival begins at 11 a.m. No end time was given, bizarrely enough. More … [Read more...] about FREE Family Fall Festival in Suwanee this Saturday
International Taste of Snellville: food samplings, kids activity area, and more on Saturday (this is the new rain date)
International Taste of Snellville takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 4 to 8 p.m., on the Snellville Towne Green. This is the rain date, as the original September date was postponed. Admission is FREE. Local restaurants … [Read more...] about International Taste of Snellville: food samplings, kids activity area, and more on Saturday (this is the new rain date)
The Dia de los Muertos Festival in Woodstock is a two-day event in November
Enjoy two days full of art, music, food and community perfect for the whole family! Woodstock Arts’ 3rd Annual Día De Los Muertos Festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8, 2026. Hours: Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 … [Read more...] about The Dia de los Muertos Festival in Woodstock is a two-day event in November
Canton Multicultural Festival takes place at Harmon Park this Saturday
The Canton Multicultural Festival takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. The festival will take place at Harmon Park -- NOT at Etowah River Park this year. It is FREE to attend. The event is designed to … [Read more...] about Canton Multicultural Festival takes place at Harmon Park this Saturday
Dunwoody’s Groovin’ on the Green closes the season this Saturday with Slippery When Wet (Bon Jovi tribute)
Dunwoody's signature FREE Summer concert series is back for 2026! The concerts take place at Brook Run Park, in the new amphitheater. They generally begin at 6 p.m., unless otherwise noted. If you'd like to spread out more, you … [Read more...] about Dunwoody’s Groovin’ on the Green closes the season this Saturday with Slippery When Wet (Bon Jovi tribute)
Head to one of these Oktoberfest celebrations this weekend
It may still feel like summer, but Atlanta is gearing up for a season of Oktoberfest celebrations! We can't promise you'll feel like you've been transported to Bavaria, but these events are definitely a great way to have some fall fun this September … [Read more...] about Head to one of these Oktoberfest celebrations this weekend
Our guide to free outdoor concerts in 2026 — enjoy a musical interlude this fall
Outdoor concerts are in season from early spring through late fall. No matter where you are in metro Atlanta, you can find FREE music around town. This is a rolling, day-by-day list of upcoming FREE concerts. Most of them are … [Read more...] about Our guide to free outdoor concerts in 2026 — enjoy a musical interlude this fall
Marietta Cobb Museum of Art: FREE admission on Sunday
Marietta Cobb Museum of Art is a small venue, housed in a historic Post Office near the Marietta Square. It is the only metro Atlanta area fine arts museum focusing solely on American art. The permanent collection houses works going back to the … [Read more...] about Marietta Cobb Museum of Art: FREE admission on Sunday
The Alive in Roswell street festival returns this Thursday
Roswell will again host its FREE monthly Alive in Roswell street festival, as a monthly event. The festivals take place on the third Thursday of each month, from 5 to 9 p.m., from April through November. Festival events are spread over … [Read more...] about The Alive in Roswell street festival returns this Thursday
Candler Park Fall Fest features two days of live music, kid zone, art market, and more this weekend
Candler Park Fall Fest takes place on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4, 2026. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. NOTE: According to a social media post, Sunday's Fall Fest is canceled due to weather concerns. The festival features two days … [Read more...] about Candler Park Fall Fest features two days of live music, kid zone, art market, and more this weekend
FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on Sunday at Town Center at Cobb
The monthly Caffeine & Octane car show is back for 2026. The huge car show event is FREE to attend, either as an exhibitor or spectator. Caffeine and Octane takes place at Town Center at Cobb , in the food court parking lot-- NOT at Perimeter … [Read more...] about FREE Caffeine and Octane car show on Sunday at Town Center at Cobb
FREE! Music in the Garden concert at Woodlands Garden in Decatur this Sunday
If you've not yet visited Woodlands Garden in Decatur, put it on your bucket list right now! Woodlands Garden is ALWAYS FREE to visit and enjoy. There are a variety of events there, and some are free and others come with a small fee. Woodlands … [Read more...] about FREE! Music in the Garden concert at Woodlands Garden in Decatur this Sunday
FREE Forum Flicks at Peachtree Corners: “Hocus Pocus” on Tuesday, Oct. 13th
The Forum at Peachtree Corners hosts FREE films on second Tuesdays The Forum at Peachtree Corners will host FREE family-friendly movies on the second Tuesday of the month, from April thru October. Movies take place in The Plaza from 6 to 8 … [Read more...] about FREE Forum Flicks at Peachtree Corners: “Hocus Pocus” on Tuesday, Oct. 13th
Pop-up Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival at Oakland Cemetery this Saturday & Sunday
Come to Oakland Cemetery on the weekend of October 3rd and 4th, 2026 and pick out your perfect pumpkin. This is a family-friendly event that is FREE to attend. The hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. At the Oakland Cemetery Pumpkin … [Read more...] about Pop-up Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival at Oakland Cemetery this Saturday & Sunday
Midtown Thursday Movie Night: Come for “Wicked” and enjoy free popcorn
The Midtown Alliance is hosting a series of FREE movie nights in 2026, complete with free popcorn. The movies will be screened in 10th Street Park, located at 1005 Peachtree Street, 30309. Bring your chairs or a blanket. The projector rolls at … [Read more...] about Midtown Thursday Movie Night: Come for “Wicked” and enjoy free popcorn
Flicks on the Bricks in Duluth features “Coco” on Friday, with food trucks & free activities
Flicks on the Bricks is a FREE outdoor summer movie series in Duluth. The events run from 6 to 9 p.m., and are part of the Rock the Block concert series in Duluth. The movie screen will be positioned at the top of Town Green (next to … [Read more...] about Flicks on the Bricks in Duluth features “Coco” on Friday, with food trucks & free activities
FREE: Punchline Comedy Night closes the season at Avalon on Monday
Avalon's popular Punchline Comedy Night is back for 2026, with shows on the first Monday of each month, April through October. Chase away those Monday blues with lots of laughs, a bite to eat, and a cocktail or two. Note that the September show is … [Read more...] about FREE: Punchline Comedy Night closes the season at Avalon on Monday
The Coweta County Fair is closing: Sunday is the last day
Coweta County Fair: Free admission days & ride deals The 2026 edition of the Coweta County Fair opens on Thursday, September 24th and runs through Sunday, October 4th. It takes place in Newnan. Opening day is a preview of the carnival … [Read more...] about The Coweta County Fair is closing: Sunday is the last day
The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival: 7 stages of music this Friday and Saturday
The Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival returns to Downtown Alpharetta for 2026!The headliner acts were announced in March -- they will be Corey Smith and Sister Hazel (see the info below about these performers). The festival takes place on … [Read more...] about The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival: 7 stages of music this Friday and Saturday
