Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Atlanta This Weekend
Thursday, September 17 - Sunday, September 20
Looking for family-friendly activities in Atlanta this weekend? Here are some fun events to add to your list for this weekend!
Best Things To Do This Weekend in and Near Atlanta With Kids
Fall on the Farm - Scottsdale Farms
Milton
Through November 1
A corn maze, hayride, zipline, and farm animals await kids at Scottsdale Farms. During your visit, you'll find plenty of autumn-themed photo ops and the perfect pumpkin from the patch (which opens a week earlier, on September 10). Website
Gwinnett County Fair
Lawrenceville
Opening weekend! September 17 - 27
The Gwinnett County Fair is back with all the concerts, rides, livestock shows and fair food families love. Website
Dirty Birds Rally at Atlantic Station
West Midtown- FREE
Friday, September 18
Atlanta Falcons fans are invited to kick off home-opener weekend at Atlantic Station with the Dirty Birds Rally presented by Truist. Website
Pumpkin Fest at Pettit Creek Farms
Cartersville
Select dates, September 19 - October 31
A ticket to Pumpkin Fest at Pettit Creek Farms includes scarecrow building and unlimited visits to the 2-acre corn maze, hayrides, ring toss, and petting zoo. The value pack tickets include giraffe feedings, pony rides, camel rides, swings, and bungee jumping. Older kids and teens can try the Aerial Adventure Course for a discounted fee when purchased with admission. Website
Fall Season at Southern Belle Farm
McDonough
Select dates, September 19 - November 15
A favorite U-pick farm, Southern Belle has families covered for fabulous fall adventures. Get lost in the 7-acre corn maze and take a hayride around the 330-acre farm. General admission (purchased online only) also includes corn cannons, pig races, a cow train, a pumpkin patch, and much more. Website
Uncle Shuck's Corn Maze
Dawsonville
Select dates, September 19 - November 8
Uncle Shuck’s 15-acre property offers almost four miles of "corn-fusing" twists and turns every fall and an awesome pumpkin patch. General admission tickets also include wagon rides, a bonfire, kiddie maze, goat walk, tire mountain, jump pad, and corn cannon. Website
Atlanta Hot Air Balloon Festival at Lanier Islands
Buford
September 18 & 19
For the first time ever, The Atlanta Balloon Festival will be held at Lanier Islands. Expect two days of fun, including a kids zone and more. Website
Hapeville Happy Days Weekend
Hapeville - FREE
September 18 & 19
Head to Jess Lucas Park for two nights of free concerts. Each night will include two performances as well as food and artist vendors. Website
Fall Fest at Atlanta History Center
Buckhead
Saturday, September 19
Celebrate the season with harvests, history, and hands-on fun at Atlanta History Center. Website
Suwanee Fest
Suwanee - FREE
September 19 & 20
This fun, free event 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. This year's theme is "Once Upon a Time." Website
Pup-a-Palooza
Johns Creek - FREE
Saturday, September 19
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. Website
Reynoldstown Wheelbarrow Festival
Reynoldstown - FREE
Saturday, September 19
Get ready for a wheel-y good time at the Wheelbarrow Festival. This annual neighborhood event and fundraiser includes live music, food, an artists market, and a kids zone. Website
I Spy! Music for the Very Young Concerts
Midtown
Select dates, September 19 - October 10
The world of Walter Wick's I SPY! books comes to life as kids and their families help musicians and actors discover new sights and sounds from I SPY! artwork. Website
Peachtree Corners Festival
Peachtree Corners Festival - FREE
September 19 & 20
Families head to the greenspace at Peachtree Corners Town Center for a community arts and crafts festival, complete with music, food vendors, a classic car show and kids' activities. Website
JapanFest Atlanta
Duluth
September 19 & 20
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! Website
Back to Your Roots Farm Fair
Roswell
Sunday, September 20
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. Website