The city of Duluth is hosting its annual Halloween event, Howl on the Green, on Friday, October 29th, 2021. There will be food trucks, costume contests, live music, special activities, trick-or-treating opportunities, and plenty of … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 2021 “Howl on the Green” Halloween celebration in Duluth this Friday
Fall Fun
Fifth Friday Halloween Party in downtown Canton, with food trucks & live music
Canton has brought back its popular First Friday live music events in 2021. All of the First Friday events take place between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., around Cannon Park in downtown Canton. (Need an address for your GPS? Use 130 E. Main St., … [Read more...] about Fifth Friday Halloween Party in downtown Canton, with food trucks & live music
Free: Fall Jonquil Festival in Smyrna this weekend
After an absence of two years, the Smyrna Fall Jonquil Festival returns to the Village Green in downtown Smyrna. The festival takes place on Saturday, October 23 and Sunday, October 24, 2021. Admission is FREE. There will be 150 arts and crafts … [Read more...] about Free: Fall Jonquil Festival in Smyrna this weekend
Game Day on the Square: FREE outdoor football watch parties at Colony Square
Come to The Plaza at Colony Square to kick back and watch some football in "Midtown's Living Room." Game Day on the Square watch parties are FREE to attend and you don't need a ticket. Seating is first-come, first-served. You're encouraged … [Read more...] about Game Day on the Square: FREE outdoor football watch parties at Colony Square
Drive-thru Fall Festival of Fun and trick-or-treat event in Marietta
Cobb County Parks presents the 22nd Annual Fall Festival of Fun, which will take place as a drive-thru event again in 2021. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 23rd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. It is FREE to attend. It takes place at Jim … [Read more...] about Drive-thru Fall Festival of Fun and trick-or-treat event in Marietta
Norcross fall festival and 150th anniversary celebration, with live music , food, fireworks, and more
The city of Norcross is celebrating its 150th anniversary belatedly, after last year's plans were canceled. Norcross was incorporated in 1870. The festivities are FREE to attend -- just come to Lillian Webb Park on Saturday, October 23, … [Read more...] about Norcross fall festival and 150th anniversary celebration, with live music , food, fireworks, and more
Howl-O-Ween at The Forum: trick-or-treating, costume contest, & outdoor showing of “Hocus Pocus”
Head to The Forum in Peachtree Corners for the 2021 Howl-O-Ween Family Fest, happening on Saturday, Oct. 23rd from 5 to 8 p.m. This is a dog-friendly event -- you're encouraged to come in costume and dress up your pup as well. There will … [Read more...] about Howl-O-Ween at The Forum: trick-or-treating, costume contest, & outdoor showing of “Hocus Pocus”
Dunwoody Pics in the Park — “The Goonies” is playing next, with FREE popcorn
Come to Pernoshal Park in Dunwoody for a FREE family feature film! The Goonies will play on a giant screen on Saturday, October 23, 2021. The movie starts around 7:15 p.m. and there will be FREE popcorn, starting around 6:45, while supplies … [Read more...] about Dunwoody Pics in the Park — “The Goonies” is playing next, with FREE popcorn
The best apple festivals and you-pick apple orchards to visit this fall
It may be too early for colored leaves, but there's another reason to head to the north Georgia mountains over the next few weekends -- it's apple picking time! The town of Ellijay in Gilmer County is the center of Georgia’s apple-growing region – … [Read more...] about The best apple festivals and you-pick apple orchards to visit this fall
FREE Friday night movies at the Outlet Shoppes in Woodstock: “Beetlejuice” is up next
The Outlet Shoppes is hosting FREE Friday night movies, plus family entertainment on Saturdays, and live music on Saturdays and Sundays. This the Friday night movie schedule for October 2021. Friday, Oct. 15th The Nightmare Before Christmas … [Read more...] about FREE Friday night movies at the Outlet Shoppes in Woodstock: “Beetlejuice” is up next
Scarecrows everywhere! Where to see the best scarecrow displays this fall
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 squares. Some are just for … [Read more...] about Scarecrows everywhere! Where to see the best scarecrow displays this fall
Johns Creek Arts Festival this weekend: food, artist market, Kid Zone, live entertainment
The 2021 Johns Creek Arts Festival will return for the ninth year, on the weekend of October 16th and 17th. Admission is FREE. You'll find roughly 130 artist booths, showcasing artisans from around the country. Shop for paintings, pottery, … [Read more...] about Johns Creek Arts Festival this weekend: food, artist market, Kid Zone, live entertainment
The 6th annual Magnolia Arts Festival takes place in Peachtree City this weekend
The 2021 Magnolia Arts Festival takes place in Peachtree City over the weekend of October 16th and 17th. 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 6th annual Magnolia Arts Festival takes place in Peachtree City this weekend
The Cumming Greek Festival is back and better than ever this weekend
The Cumming Greek Festival is back for 2021, as a live event. (It was a drive-thru food event last year.) It takes place over three days, from Friday, Oct. 15th thru Sunday, Oct. 17th. Admission is FREE. This is said to be the largest ethnic … [Read more...] about The Cumming Greek Festival is back and better than ever this weekend
The 2021 Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival returns to the Square this week
Marietta's HarvestFest is back for 2021! 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 The 2021 Marietta HarvestFest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival returns to the Square this week
The Rescue Dog Games & Howl-O-Ween Party at Piedmont Park
The Rescue Dog Games returns to Piedmont Park this fall. The event takes place on Saturday, October 16th, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. -- so save the date! This is a festival for dogs and their humans. It shines a spotlight on the value of pet … [Read more...] about The Rescue Dog Games & Howl-O-Ween Party at Piedmont Park
Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
What’s better than a haunted house for fall fun? A whole haunted village, that's what! The Village is a brand new attraction, taking place on the grounds of the Georgia Renaissance Festival. This is an immersive, outdoor experience that … [Read more...] about Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
The Avenue East Cobb hosts FREE live comedy on select Mondays (outdoor shows)
Comedy Live at The Avenue is a FREE event on select Monday nights. It features comedians from Punchline Comedy Club. The shows are recommended for ages 13 and older. Bring your own tailgate chairs to the Central Blvd, the section between Kale … [Read more...] about The Avenue East Cobb hosts FREE live comedy on select Mondays (outdoor shows)
Pop-up pumpkin patch and fall decor sale at Oakland Cemetery this weekend
Come to Oakland Cemetery on the weekend of October 9th and 10th, 2021, and pick out your perfect pumpkin. This is a family-friendly, low-contact event that is FREE to attend. The hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. At the Oakland Cemetery … [Read more...] about Pop-up pumpkin patch and fall decor sale at Oakland Cemetery this weekend
The Fall Festival on Ponce features live music, art vendors, food, kids activities, more
The Fall Festival on Ponce takes place over two days on the weekend of October 9th and 10th in 2021. As always, it will be held in the Olmsted Linear Parks, along Ponce de Leon Avenue. Admission is FREE, and you may bring a leashed … [Read more...] about The Fall Festival on Ponce features live music, art vendors, food, kids activities, more
Chalktoberfest is back this October, with two days of live music on the Marietta Square
It's a festival that celebrates street art and craft beer! Enjoy a fall afternoon at Chalktoberfest, in the Marietta Square. You can sample craft beers, listen to live music from local artists, eat great food, and watch the work of professional … [Read more...] about Chalktoberfest is back this October, with two days of live music on the Marietta Square
FREE: Oakhurst Porchfest features 100+ musical performances
Oakhurst Porchfest is back for 2021! The annual music festival takes place on Saturday, October 9th from noon to 7 p.m. During Porchfest, you can wander around one square mile within Oakhurst neighborhood and enjoy one-hour performances that … [Read more...] about FREE: Oakhurst Porchfest features 100+ musical performances
FREE and family-friendly: Mable House Harvest Festival in Mableton this Saturday
The Mable House Harvest Festival takes place on Saturday, October 09, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is FREE, and there is plenty to do for kids and families. You'll find a petting farm, storytelling, hayrides, crafts, music, … [Read more...] about FREE and family-friendly: Mable House Harvest Festival in Mableton this Saturday
FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)
The Dunwoody Preservation Trust is hosting a FREE tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery. This is a history and storytelling tour, featuring tales of the people who are buried there -- it is not a scary Halloween tour. It is appropriate for families and … [Read more...] about FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)
Scarecrow Harvest: Come see over 150 scarecrows in downtown Alpharetta this fall
This year's Scarecrow Harvest is bigger and better than ever. Downtown Alpharetta is overflowing with more than 150 scarecrows from local schools, non-profits, neighborhood associations, local businesses, and more. The 2021 Scarecrow Harvest … [Read more...] about Scarecrow Harvest: Come see over 150 scarecrows in downtown Alpharetta this fall