North Georgia State Fair: Free admission days & ride discounts The North Georgia State Fair returns to Marietta in the fall of 2026! It opens on Thursday, September 24th and runs through Sunday, October 4th. The 2026 Fair promises to be … [Read more...] about North Georgia State Fair: Closing weekend discounts
Arts & Entertainment
FREE Friday Movies by Moonlight in Sandy Springs: See “Hocus Pocus” this week
Head to Sandy Springs for Movies by Moonlight on the Heritage Amphitheatre Lawn. These are FREE and family-friendly events. Bring your blanket or chair, or settle in at one of the benches at the Green, to enjoy a family-friendly film on a giant … [Read more...] about FREE Friday Movies by Moonlight in Sandy Springs: See “Hocus Pocus” this week
Trick or Treating at The Forum on Peachtree Parkway on Oct. 24th
Head to The Forum in Peachtree Corners for a FREE trick-or-treating event on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Check-in at The Plaza to pick up your Trick or Treating map & bag, then stop by participating … [Read more...] about Trick or Treating at The Forum on Peachtree Parkway on Oct. 24th
Dia de Muertos festival and outdoor movie at The Mill on Etowah on Sunday, Nov. 1st
Come to the Dia de Muertos Festival at the Mill on Etowah, happening on Sunday, November 1, 2026 from 2 to 7 p.m. It is FREE to attend and family-friendly. This is a vibrant and heartfelt Day of the Dead celebration. Bring your … [Read more...] about Dia de Muertos festival and outdoor movie at The Mill on Etowah on Sunday, Nov. 1st
The Magnolia Arts Festival returns to Peachtree City
NOTE: there is no info for 2026 and the festival website has not been updated. We assume this event is not happening this year. The 2025 Magnolia Arts Festival takes place in Peachtree City over the weekend of October 18th and … [Read more...] about The Magnolia Arts Festival returns to Peachtree City
Scare on the Square: Bring the kids to Colony Square for the Little Monsters Bash on Oct. 27th
It's a Halloween party at Colony Square in midtown Atlanta! The Little Monsters Bash takes place on Tuesday, October 27th, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. This is a special edition of Colony Kids, which happens monthly. Celebrate the spookiest … [Read more...] about Scare on the Square: Bring the kids to Colony Square for the Little Monsters Bash on Oct. 27th
Have a night of creativity & culture at the Hapeville Fall Gallery Crawl on Friday. Oct. 9th
Experience a night of creativity and culture at the Hapeville Gallery Crawl! It takes place on Friday, October 9, 2026 from 5 to 9 p.m., in downtown Hapeville. The event is completely FREE, and you can move at your own pace. Local … [Read more...] about Have a night of creativity & culture at the Hapeville Fall Gallery Crawl on Friday. Oct. 9th
Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw on Nov. 7th
Bring your appetite to the Taste of Kennesaw food festival! The event is happening in downtown Kennesaw on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is FREE. More than 40 different local restaurants will be on site, … [Read more...] about Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw on Nov. 7th
Decatur Scream on the Square: outdoor movie, trick-or-treating, activities, more on Oct. 30th
Get ready for a reel good time on the square in downtown Decatur! The Screen on the Square Movie Series features family-friendly movies this summer and fall. Save the dates, and plan to bring a blanket or chairs. The movies start around 7 … [Read more...] about Decatur Scream on the Square: outdoor movie, trick-or-treating, activities, more on Oct. 30th
FREE Family Fun Festival at St. Mark’s Methodist Church in midtown Atlanta on Nov. 21st
St. Mark's United Methodist Church will hold a FREE Family Fun Festival on Saturday, November 21, 2026. Hours are noon to 2 p.m. and the event is open to the public. Enjoy live music, food, ice cream, a bounce house, games, and … [Read more...] about FREE Family Fun Festival at St. Mark’s Methodist Church in midtown Atlanta on Nov. 21st
Visit Dinoverse: An Epic Journey to the Jurassic
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Dinoverse is a family exhibition where kids and adults can explore giant skeletons, interactive dino zones, and creative activities. It is suitable for kids age 6 and up. Plan to spend about 60 minutes walking through the exhibition. You will … [Read more...] about Visit Dinoverse: An Epic Journey to the Jurassic
Taste of Canton CANCELED on Sunday, Oct. 4th, due to weather
CANCELED due to the weather forecast. See the announcement here. Taste of Canton takes place on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 2 to 6 p.m. It is FREE to attend, but you'll pay to taste. The location is the Mill at Etowah, … [Read more...] about Taste of Canton CANCELED on Sunday, Oct. 4th, due to weather
Get tickets for Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Halloween Spooktacular concert — just $15 for lawn seats on Oct. 11th
Take in a spellbinding symphony performance, as the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs Halloween classics live -- including Danse Macabre and film score favorites from Harry Potter and E.T. The Symphony at Sunset: Halloween … [Read more...] about Get tickets for Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Halloween Spooktacular concert — just $15 for lawn seats on Oct. 11th
The Taste of BBQ Festival moves from Suwanee to Sugar Hill, happening Saturday, Oct. 3rd
The event formerly known as Suwanee Taste of BBQ Festival is moving to Sugar Hill in 2026! This is a family-friendly annual event. Admission is FREE. It takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. You'll enjoy live … [Read more...] about The Taste of BBQ Festival moves from Suwanee to Sugar Hill, happening Saturday, Oct. 3rd
Free outdoor movies at Colony Square on first Thursdays — “Hocus Pocus” is up next
Head to midtown Atlanta for Movies On The Square, happening on first Thursdays each month from April to October. Kick back and relax to film classics on the jumbo screen, starting at 7 p.m. in The Plaza at Colony Square. The movies are FREE to … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Colony Square on first Thursdays — “Hocus Pocus” is up next
The Suwanee Chili Cook-Off moves to Sugar Hill this year – save the date for Nov. 14th
The event formerly known as the Suwanee Chili Cook-Off Festival is moving to Sugar Hill in 2026. The organizers say that only the location has changed, and it's still the same great festival. Save the date for Saturday, November … [Read more...] about The Suwanee Chili Cook-Off moves to Sugar Hill this year – save the date for Nov. 14th
The Gwinnett County Fair is open: Free admission for military & first responders every day
Gwinnett County Fair: ticket discounts & free entry days The 2026 edition of the Gwinnett County Fair opens on Thursday, September 17th and runs through Sunday, Sept. 27th. You can purchase advance tickets NOW, at a discount. Note there is … [Read more...] about The Gwinnett County Fair is open: Free admission for military & first responders every day
Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett on Sept. 25 & 26
The City of Lawrenceville will host "Around the World in the DTL" once again in 2026. The FREE, two-day event will feature a diverse selection of food, music, and activities for all ages. Events are spread across two days: Friday, September 25 and … [Read more...] about Around the World in the DTL: a multi-cultural festival + concert in Gwinnett on Sept. 25 & 26
FREE: the Sweet Auburn Music Fest runs thru Sunday with music, food, kids area, vendors, more
The Sweet Auburn Music Fest takes place on Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th, 2026. It is FREE to attend. Festival hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days. You can spend the weekend listening to live R&B, Hip-Hop, … [Read more...] about FREE: the Sweet Auburn Music Fest runs thru Sunday with music, food, kids area, vendors, more
FREE! Screen on the Green Thursday movies at Atlantic Station: “The Blind Side” is playing this week
Atlantic Station’s Screen on the Green events are back for 2026, including a summer series and a Halloween film in the fall. These are all family-friendly films, on a large outdoor screen. Bring your blankets or chairs and choose your own … [Read more...] about FREE! Screen on the Green Thursday movies at Atlantic Station: “The Blind Side” is playing this week
The East Atlanta Strut promises a day of quirky fun and a porchfest-style event on Saturday, Sept. 26th
Come out for the East Atlanta Strut! This iconic and oh-so-quirky street festival is back for just one day -- and it's happening on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from noon to 6 p.m. This is a porchfest-style party that's spread out across the … [Read more...] about The East Atlanta Strut promises a day of quirky fun and a porchfest-style event on Saturday, Sept. 26th
The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival features music, food, and fun on Sept. 19th
The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This is a day filled with music, food, and a market of local vendors. Festival hours are noon to 7 p.m. It is FREE to attend. It takes place in Lang Carson … [Read more...] about The Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival features music, food, and fun on Sept. 19th
Magic Lantern Night: a FREE festival & lantern parade in Norcross this Friday & Saturday
This September, ATL Southern Night Market invites you back to Norcross for a magical fall festival -- filled with Asian street food, glowing lanterns, live entertainment, and fun for the whole family. The event takes place on two … [Read more...] about Magic Lantern Night: a FREE festival & lantern parade in Norcross this Friday & Saturday
The *rescheduled* Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade is this Saturday, Sept. 26th
Need to make a lantern? See the free and cheap workshops listed below. Hey, Atlanta! Can you believe it's been over 15 years since the very first lantern parade, the one that started them all? Well, it's time to light up the night … [Read more...] about The *rescheduled* Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade is this Saturday, Sept. 26th
Kennesaw’s FREE concert series closes the season with Dancing Dream (ABBA tribute) this Saturday
The Kennesaw Concert Series is back for the 2026 season! The FREE concerts take place at the amphitheater at Depot Park, in downtown Kennesaw. They are scheduled for select Saturday nights from 7 to 10 p.m. The schedule is just … [Read more...] about Kennesaw’s FREE concert series closes the season with Dancing Dream (ABBA tribute) this Saturday
The Duluth Fall Festival runs thru Sunday
Duluth Fall Festival: concert, parade, live entertainment, family fun, and more! The Duluth Fall Festival is back for 2026! The beloved event takes place over three days -- the Festival Concert on Saturday, September 12 AND the main … [Read more...] about The Duluth Fall Festival runs thru Sunday
Oakland Cemetery’s “Tunes from the Tombs” & “Sunday in the Park” event takes place on Sunday
Sunday in the Park is Oakland Cemetery's beloved fall festival. It's based on the Victorian tradition of spending a leisurely day in the cemetery. It takes place on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Hours are noon to 7:30 p.m. In the past, Sunday in … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery’s “Tunes from the Tombs” & “Sunday in the Park” event takes place on Sunday
Have a ball at Riverfest, taking place at Etowah River Park in Canton on Saturday & Sunday
Riverfest takes place at Etowah River Park in Canton over the fourth weekend in September. This is a classic fall festival with arts and crafts, food, music, and more. Dates are Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th, 2026. Hours are … [Read more...] about Have a ball at Riverfest, taking place at Etowah River Park in Canton on Saturday & Sunday
Snellville Latin Fest brings a cultural experience to the Towne Green on Saturday
Snellville Latin Fest takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 4 to 8 p.m., on the Snellville Towne Green. Admission is FREE, but there is a fee for the Kids Zone. This is a family-friendly cultural celebration, featuring … [Read more...] about Snellville Latin Fest brings a cultural experience to the Towne Green on Saturday
The Buckhead Arts Festival takes place on September 19th and 20th
This outdoor arts festivalis happening on September 19 and 20, 2026. It features 100 vendor booths, including painters, photographers, sculptors, metalworks and more, with artist demonstrations and live music. It takes place in the … [Read more...] about The Buckhead Arts Festival takes place on September 19th and 20th
The Atlanta Greek Festival takes place as a drive-thru Greek Feast
In 2026, due to building renovations and construction on the Cathedral Campus, the Atlanta Greek Festival is taking a pause until 2027. But don't despair -- instead of the usual festival format, the organizers will offer a Greek Feast Drive-Thru from … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Greek Festival takes place as a drive-thru Greek Feast
The Pumpkin Patch Festival is FREE and family-friendly at Dunwoody Nature Center on Saturday
Dunwoody Nature Center is hosting a Pumpkin Patch Festival on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from noon to 4 p.m. The event is FREE and family-friendly. There's something for the whole family, including: Live music DJ Petting zoo Face … [Read more...] about The Pumpkin Patch Festival is FREE and family-friendly at Dunwoody Nature Center on Saturday
Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday at Town Center Market in Snellville
Towne Center Market & Crooked Can Brewing will host an Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from noon to 10 p.m. The event is FREE to attend. Town Center Market, located in Snellville, is an indoor artisan food hall … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday at Town Center Market in Snellville
FREE Movies on the Lawn at Uptown: “Hocus Pocus” is up on Thursday
Movie buffs, grab your popcorn! Uptown Atlanta is launching an outdoor movie series, to take place weekly outdoors at Uptown, the mixed use destination around the Lindbergh MARTA station. (Formerly known as Lindbergh City Center.) The … [Read more...] about FREE Movies on the Lawn at Uptown: “Hocus Pocus” is up on Thursday
Screen on the Green at High Street with free popcorn: “The Nightmare Before Christmas” closes the season on Thursday
The High Street mixed-use district in Dunwoody will host an outdoor movie series -- including FREE popcorn -- on first Thursdays of each month from April thru October in 2026. The events are FREE to attend, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Films … [Read more...] about Screen on the Green at High Street with free popcorn: “The Nightmare Before Christmas” closes the season on Thursday
Arts on the Boardwalk is FREE & family-friendly in Johns Creek on Saturday
Johns Creek will hold Arts on the Boardwalk on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 1 to 4 p.m. The one day festival will celebrate the arts at The Boardwalk at Town Center. Arts on the Boardwalk features: juried art exhibit local … [Read more...] about Arts on the Boardwalk is FREE & family-friendly in Johns Creek on Saturday
FREE: The Miami Circle Gallery Stroll lets you browse art, home decor, and antiques on Saturday
Miami Circle is a shopping district in Buckhead, just off Piedmont Road, that features fine art galleries, home decor, and antiques. It's not the cheapest place to shop by a long shot -- but you can experience the art galleries during the Miami … [Read more...] about FREE: The Miami Circle Gallery Stroll lets you browse art, home decor, and antiques on Saturday
The Peachtree Corners Festival is a 2-day event this weekend
Mark your calendar for the 13th annual Peachtree Corners Festival, coming to the Town Green on September 19 and 20, 2026. The festival is FREE to attend, with plenty of free parking in the parking deck next to the Town Green. It … [Read more...] about The Peachtree Corners Festival is a 2-day event this weekend
The “Kids Play Free” promotion: FREE admission for children to 15+ must-see attractions in September
Here's a really great promotion that was pulled together by the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, called Kids Play Free September. They've coordinated with over 15 local venues to offer FREE admission to children during the month of … [Read more...] about The “Kids Play Free” promotion: FREE admission for children to 15+ must-see attractions in September
Loganville’s Groovin’ on the Green concerts will close the season with R&B, Inc. this weekend
Loganville built its Town Green to bring people together -- so bring your lawn chair and dancing shoes to this community space for the 2026 summer concert series. Groovin' on the Green takes place at 7:30 on the third Friday of each month from May … [Read more...] about Loganville’s Groovin’ on the Green concerts will close the season with R&B, Inc. this weekend
