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Activities for Kids in Atlanta
in September 2025
Best Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids this September
Apple Pickin' Jubilee at Hillcrest Orchards and Farms
Ellijay
Weekends, August 30 - October 26, 2025
On weekends in September and October, visitors to Hillcrest Orchards get to pick apples and experience all kinds of attractions like the apple tree maze, cow train rides, cow milking, mini golf, wagon rides, as well as live shows, like pig racing. Visit the website here.
Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain
September 4 - 7, 2025
This popular arts and crafts festival is back! Visitors to Stone Mountain Park can explore the event with hundreds of vendors plus food trucks and The Yellow Daisy Vintage Village. Visit the website here.
Oktoberfest in Helen
Helen
Select days, September 4 - November 2, 2025
Head north about 1.5 hours to join the German celebration in Helen for its 53rd year. Visitors embrace all things Bavarian from food to beverages to music and dancing. Kids enjoy the festivities too with their own dance floor (and the always kid-favorite chicken dance). Visit the website here.
Atlanta Hot Air Balloon Festival at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Hampton
September 5 & 6, 2025
Everyone is invited to the Atlanta Balloon Festival at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton for two days of fun, including a kids zone with rock walls, a bounce house, trains, and more. Note: This event was rescheduled from the original date in June 2025. Visit the website here.
Panda Fest at Atlantic Station
West Midtown
September 5 - 7, 2025
Panda fest is one of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the US with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs that showcases the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from Asia. Visit the website here.
Dunwoody Nature Center's Butterfly Experience
Dunwoody
September 6 & 7, 2025
Kids and parents celebrate butterfly migration with music, food, and lots of butterfly-related activities. Get up close to the stars of the show in the butterfly tents. Visit the website here.
Buford Corn Maze
Buford
Select days, September 6 - November 23, 2025
Buford Corn Maze features a 5-acre corn maze, farm animals, a popcorn jumping pillow, hayride, pony ride, and even a haunted forest walk. In late September, the pumpkins arrive! Visit the website here.
Gwinnett County Fair
Lawrenceville
September 11 - 21, 2025
The Gwinnett County Fair is back with all the concerts, rides, livestock shows and fair food families love. Visit the website here.
Around the World in the DTL
Lawrenceville - FREE
September 12 & 13, 2025
Families are invited to travel the globe at Around the World in the DTL at the Lawrenceville Lawn. Presented in partnership with the Atlanta International Night Market, this two-day festival celebrates diverse cultures with unique wares and delicious cuisine from all over the world. Visit the website here.
Pup-a-Palooza
Johns Creek - FREE
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Dogs and their owners descend on Newtown Park for this canine carnival. Visitors enjoy balloon animals and watch contests like best dressed dog and best dog trick. Dogs can also enjoy the Newtown Dream Dog Park. Visit the website here.
Sandy Springs Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
Sandy Springs - FREE
September 13 & 14, 2025
Families shop arts and crafts, enjoy local musicians and hit the children's play area at the Sandy Springs Fall Arts & Crafts Festival. Visit the website here.
Taste & Brews Festival in Canton
Canton
September 13 & 14, 2025
The Taste & Brews Festival is the ultimate destination for food lovers, craft beer enthusiasts, and families seeking a fun and budget-friendly Fall weekend experience. Visit the website here.
North Georgia State Fair
Marietta
September 18 - 28, 2025
The North Georgia State Fair is back with all the rides, shows and food families love. The fair has a mega slide and a petting zoo too. Visit the website here.
Fall Festival at Atlanta History Center
Buckhead
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Celebrate the season with a day of harvests, history, and hands-on fun! Enjoy historic demonstrations, seasonal garden activities, interactive programs from Georgia 4-H Extension, fall-themed games, delicious food, and more. Visit the website here.
Suwanee Fest
Suwanee - FREE
September 20 & 21, 2025
This fun, free event in Suwanee kicks off with a parade at 9am on Saturday. Following the parade, everyone gathers at Town Center Park for food, live performances and a family fun zone. The theme is Dinosuars. Visit the website here.
JapanFest Atlanta
Duluth
September 20 & 21, 2025
Learn more about the culture of Japan at JapanFest Atlanta! Festival events include kids activities, martial arts performances, cosplay contest, live performances, food, and more! Visit the website here.
Back to Your Roots Farm Fair
Roswell
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Animal lovers get a kick out of this family fun day at the Chattahoochee Nature Center (CNC). Visitors can interact with farm animals, bring a picnic, and get down in the dirt. Visit the website here.
Blue Stone Arts and Music Festival
Sandy Springs
September 26 & 27, 2025
The Blue Stone Arts and Music Festival returns to City Springs district with an artist market, live music (headliners Lit on Friday and Rumours (A Fleetwood Mac tribute band on Saturday) on multiple stages and even a kids' zone and sports zone. Visit the website here.
Disney on Ice at Gas South Arena
Duluth
September 25 - 28, 2025
Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy will take you on a journey through unforgettable moments, powered by a Magical MousePad. Discover thrilling adventures from Zootopia, Inside Out 2, and the all-new Moana 2. Relive the timeless tales of Toy Story, Frozen, and Encanto, and the dazzling Disney Princesses. And hold on tight as Stitch grabs the Magical MousePad and shakes things up! Visit the website here.
Georgia State Fair
Hampton
September 26 - October 5, 2025
Georgia's State Fair promises carnival rides, children's attractions and carousels, live shows, concessions, a family magic show, a petting zoo, and more. It all takes place at the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton. Visit the website here.
East Atlanta Strut
Atlanta - FREE
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Folks can participate in this East Atlanta tradition or just watch. Either way, families have fun celebrating the neighborhood's arts, culture and personality. The strut takes place all over East Atlanta. See the map for details on how to watch. Visit the website here.
Duluth Fall Festival
Duluth - FREE
September 27 & 28, 2025
Duluth residents look forward to this huge festival every year. The festival includes booths, food, carnival rides and live entertainment. It all kicks off with a parade on Saturday morning. Visit the website here.
Sunday in the Park Festival at Oakland Cemetery
Downtown
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Atlanta’s most unique festival returns to historic Oakland Cemetery for its 47th year! Inspired by the Victorian tradition of spending a leisurely day in the cemetery, Oakland’s iconic Sunday in the Park ft. Tunes from the Tombs festival blends history, live music, and family fun in one unique experience. Visit the website here.
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