Stone Mountain Park is bringing back the classic version of the Lasershow that you remember from the '80s and '90s! It will run on select Saturdays in August and September, plus all of Labor Day Weekend. The dates are listed below. Best … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain is running the old Classic Lasershow for FREE this Saturday
Labor Day Weekend
Make a plan for Labor Day Weekend: things to do & places to go
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Labor Day Weekend 2026 will feature many of the usual festivals, events, and traditions that we're used to in Atlanta and the extended metro area. We're highlighting a few of the special events happening over Labor Day Weekend in Atlanta. And, at … [Read more...] about Make a plan for Labor Day Weekend: things to do & places to go
The Douglasville Labor Day Parade happens on Monday, Sept. 7th — set up your viewing spot along Church St.
The Douglasville Labor Day Parade is back on Monday, September 7, 2026. The event is FREE to watch with free parking nearby. The Sweetwater Shrine Club has run the parade for decades. You'll see: Shriner clowns and tiny cars, … [Read more...] about The Douglasville Labor Day Parade happens on Monday, Sept. 7th — set up your viewing spot along Church St.
Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square this Labor Day Weekend, running thru Monday
A Labor Day Weekend tradition! Art in the Park returns to the Marietta Square in 2026. The fine arts festival will run from Saturday, Sept. 5 to Monday, Sept. 7, 2026. Admission is FREE. The festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each … [Read more...] about Marietta Art in the Park Festival takes place on the Square this Labor Day Weekend, running thru Monday
Jimmy John’s: Buy-one-get-one FREE sandwich deal for Labor Day weekend
From September 4 to 7, 2026, Jimmy John’s is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE Regular Toasted or Favorite Sandwich at participating locations. The offer is valid for all Toasted Sandwiches on the menu, including Favorites. Any add-ons are … [Read more...] about Jimmy John’s: Buy-one-get-one FREE sandwich deal for Labor Day weekend
The Pioneer Days Festival & Carnival runs Friday thru Monday for Labor Day weekend fun
Pioneer Days Festival: 4 fun days over Labor Day weekend, featuring carnival rides, games, & food The annual Pioneer Days Festival takes place on four days over Labor Day Weekend, from Friday, September 4 through Monday, … [Read more...] about The Pioneer Days Festival & Carnival runs Friday thru Monday for Labor Day weekend fun
The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
Dragon Con is back for 2026! The five-day convention and parade have been an annual Labor Day Weekend tradition in Atlanta since 1987 (including that awful summer of 2020, when it was reinvented as a virtual event). Dragon Con … [Read more...] about The iconic Dragon Con Parade is back for Labor Day Weekend
House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park pm Sunday
House in the Park takes place at Grant Park on Sunday, September 6, 2026-- which is Labor Day Weekend. This is a super-affordable, one-day music festival. Advance tickets for House in the Park Music Festival are just $25. If there are still … [Read more...] about House in the Park Music Festival at Grant Park pm Sunday
The Decatur Book Festival returns to the Square this weekend
The Decatur Book Festival will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Prior to the pandemic, The Decatur Book Festival was one of Atlanta's signature Labor Day Weekend events, right up there with Dragon Con. It was spread across three days and … [Read more...] about The Decatur Book Festival returns to the Square this weekend
Concert for a Cause at Lanier Islands: $15 ticket includes live music, parking, food discount on Sunday, Sept. 6th
On Sunday, September 6, 2026, the Fleetwood Mac tribute band – Rumours ATL – will perform at Lanier Islands Resort, to raise funds for two nonprofits. Proceeds from every $15 ticket will directly benefit the Georgia Mountain Food Bank and … [Read more...] about Concert for a Cause at Lanier Islands: $15 ticket includes live music, parking, food discount on Sunday, Sept. 6th
Papa Johns celebrates Labor Day with a FREE pizza giveaway
No need to labor over a meal this Labor Day weekend! Pizza is always the perfect choice -- and Papa Johns is providing the opportunity for a frugal feast with a FREE pizza giveaway. If you're not already a Papa Johns Rewards member, you'll want to … [Read more...] about Papa Johns celebrates Labor Day with a FREE pizza giveaway
Labor Day Live at Pleasantdale Park: FREE kids zone, concerts, food trucks, more
The public is invited to Labor Day Live, a FREE event happening on Sunday, September 1st in Dekalb County. This family-friendly event takes place at Pleasantdale Park from 6 to 9 p.m. Pleasantdale Park is located at: 3686 Pleasantdale … [Read more...] about Labor Day Live at Pleasantdale Park: FREE kids zone, concerts, food trucks, more
FREE movie & concert: See “Jesse’s Gift” at the Mill on Etowah in Canton (it was filmed locally!)
Kick off the Labor Day Weekend with a FREE movie and concert at the Mill on Etowah on Friday, September 1, 2023. The event has a lot of local significance. The feature-length movie, Jesse's Gift, premiered this August at the Cobb International … [Read more...] about FREE movie & concert: See “Jesse’s Gift” at the Mill on Etowah in Canton (it was filmed locally!)
National Cinema Day: Get $4 tickets at most theaters for most films, on one day only
This Sunday, you can enjoy a summer blockbuster in an air-conditioned theater, on the cheap. How does a $4 movie ticket sound? That super-cheap, $4 price tag is a reality on Sunday, August 27, 2023 -- which has been designated as … [Read more...] about National Cinema Day: Get $4 tickets at most theaters for most films, on one day only
Downtown Cartersville Sidewalk Series: Live music every Saturday this summer
It's a summer of live music in Historic Downtown Cartersville. From June through September, the Downtown Cartersville Sidewalk Series will present two live acoustic artists. The artists will perform each Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. on both sides … [Read more...] about Downtown Cartersville Sidewalk Series: Live music every Saturday this summer
Free: Taste of Soul Atlanta Festival on Labor Day Weekend
The Taste of Soul Atlanta Festival is a FREE festival that takes place downtown, in the heart of America's soul food capital. It is said to be the largest intown festival west of Peachtree Street. This family festival celebrates soul food and … [Read more...] about Free: Taste of Soul Atlanta Festival on Labor Day Weekend
ENDING SOON: Kids eat free at Romano’s Macaroni Grill thru August 31st
If you missed this deal earlier in the month, it's not too late to take advantage of it now, during the final few days of August. With the Labor Day Weekend looming, maybe you'd like to take a break from the kitchen and head out for a … [Read more...] about ENDING SOON: Kids eat free at Romano’s Macaroni Grill thru August 31st
Austell Labor Day Day Festival with live music and fireworks
Come out to Austell for family fun on Saturday, August 31st from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Labor Day Festival in Austell will feature a parade, live music, vendors, and a fireworks finale. Admission is FREE. It all takes place in the Austell downtown … [Read more...] about Austell Labor Day Day Festival with live music and fireworks
Discounts to NASCAR Weekend at the Atlanta Motor Speedway on February 23-25, 2018
[exp] [/exp]Race fans, take note: NASCAR Weekend is happening at the Atlanta Motor Speedway from February 23-25, 2018. And you've got plenty of ways to save when you go: On Friday, the on-track action gets underway with the NASCAR Monster … [Read more...] about Discounts to NASCAR Weekend at the Atlanta Motor Speedway on February 23-25, 2018
