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Bounce to your heart's content at Funbox, a huge traveling inflatable experience, in Atlanta for the start of fall. Photo by Holly McCaffrey
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8/30/24 - By Elsa Simcik

Labor Day kicks off September activities, launching Atlanta's season of apple picking, fall festivals, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes.

Families have lots of opportunities to make memories this September in Atlanta. The only way to properly start September in Atlanta is Dragon Con, the five-day, comic/costume/superhero extravaganza. Also happening on Labor Day weekend is Callaway Gardens' Hot Air Balloon Festival, featuring hot air balloons, nightly fireworks, and other attractions. Every weekend in September families can get into fall fun with the Buford Corn Maze (animals, jumpy pillow, hay rides) and the Apple Pickin' Jubilee in Ellijay (train rides, mini golf, pig races). 

Since we're on the subject of fall and apples, you might be thinking, "Where can I take my kids for some adorable apple picking?" Check out our list of the Best Apple Orchards Near Atlanta with Kids as the ultimate fall activity.  

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Best Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids this September

Dragon Con

Atlanta
August 29 - September 2, 2024
Fans of comics descend on downtown Atlanta Labor Day weekend, costumes and all. But it's not just about comics; Dragon Con is a huge multi-media event focusing on science fiction & fantasy, gaming, music and more. Kids especially enjoy the parade which will be held on Saturday.  READ MORE

Labor Day Hot Air Balloon Festival Weekend at Callaway Gardens

Pine Mountain
August 30 - September 1, 2024
Callaway Gardens is holding its annual Hot Air Balloon Festival. Explore the Balloon Glow and nightly fireworks for the weekend. READ MORE

Funbox World's Biggest Bounce Park at Mall of Georgia

Buford
August 30 - November 4, 2024
Kids and parents bounce in the Funbox, a huge traveling inflatable experience. Guests purchase tickets online for 90-minute sessions. The bouncy is 25,000 sq. ft. of continuous jumping zones connecting 10 different play areas. READ MORE

Marietta Art in the Park

Marietta - FREE!
August 31 - September 2, 2024
Families flock to Glover Park on the Marietta Square for Labor Day weekend's Art in the Park. Visitors check out hundreds of artist vendors, food trucks and the children's art alley.  READ MORE

Apple Pickin' Jubilee at Hillcrest Orchards and Farms

Ellijay
Weekends, August 31 - October 27, 2024
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. ​ READ MORE

Oktoberfest in Helen

Helen
Select days, September 5 - October 27, 2024
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).  The 2024 Oktoberfest Parade will begin at 12:00 PM on Saturday, September 7, 2024.   READ MORE

Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park

Stone Mountain
September 5 - 8, 2024
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 READ MORE

Play the Animal Way at Zoo Atlanta

Atlanta
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Watch your favorite zoo residents investigate the most colorful treats of the year, sniff out their favorite scents, and solve challenging puzzles at Play the Animal Way. READ MORE

Dunwoody Nature Center's Butterfly Experience

Dunwoody
September 7 & 8, 2024
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.    READ MORE

Buford Corn Maze

Buford
Select days, September 7 - November 17, 2024
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!  READ MORE

Bluey and Bingo Meet-and-Greet at CAMP Atlanta

Dunwoody
Select days, September 12 - 29, 2024
Fans of the famous Heeler family get to meet Bluey and Bingo and take pics at Camp Atlanta!  READ MORE

Gwinnett County Fair

Lawrenceville
September 12 - 22, 2024
The Gwinnett County Fair is back with all the concerts, rides, livestock shows and fair food families love.  READ MORE

Around the World in the DTL

Lawrenceville - FREE!
September 13 & 14, 2024
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. READ MORE

Pup-a-Palooza

Johns Creek - FREE!
Saturday, September 14, 2024
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.  READ MORE

Sandy Springs Fall Arts Festival

Sandy Springs - FREE
September 14 & 15, 2024
Families shop arts and crafts, enjoy local musicians and hit the children's play area at Artsapalooza.  READ MORE

Back to Your Roots Farm Fair

Roswell
Sunday, September 15, 2024
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.  READ MORE

Atlanta Greek Festival

Atlanta
September 19-22, 2024
Take a trip to Greece without ever leaving Atlanta! Families can satisfy their cravings for Greek fare such as spanakopita, gyro and baklava for days. Also enjoy live music, dancing, and more! READ MORE

North Georgia State Fair

Marietta
September 19 - 29, 2024
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.  READ MORE

JapanFest Atlanta

Duluth
September 21 & 22, 2024
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! READ MORE

Georgia State Fair

Hampton
September 27-October 6, 2024
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. READ MORE

East Atlanta Strut

Atlanta - FREE!
Saturday, September 28, 2024
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.  READ MORE

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