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The Georgia State Fair takes place at the Atlanta Motor Speedway with rides, games, food, and daily attractions. Photo courtesy of the fair
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9/27/23 - By Elsa Simcik

Looking for the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your weekend list! 

Fall is in full swing and that means great Atlanta events like the kick off of the Georgia State Fair —families enjoy rides, yummy food, and live shows Friday through October 8. If you missed out on Disney on Ice: Magic in the Stars, when it was in downtown Atlanta, the characters hit the ice again this weekend in Duluth at Gas South Arena. And Candler Park Fall Fest welcomes everyone to this beloved Atlanta event, with live music, art, rides, and more! This weekend marks the debut of the Blue Stone Arts and Music Festival in Sandy Springs, a FREE event featureing all kinds of music. 

For all things fall, head to our Fall Fun Guide for Atlanta Kids, packed with fun inspo like the Best Pumpkin Patches Near Atlanta as well as our Fall Bucket List for Atlanta Kids. We even have the not-so-scary scoop on the Best Halloween Events around Atlanta!

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North Georgia State Fair

Marietta - Final weekend! Through Sunday, October 1
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

Disney on Ice: Magic in the Stars

Duluth - September 28-October 1
Audiences experience the magic of Disney in this show which includes tons of kids' favorite characters: Mickey, Minnie, Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, as well as today's favorites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. Plus, audiences witness the on-ice debut of Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon.  READ MORE

Blue Stone Arts and Music Festival

Sandy Springs - September 29 & 30
The Blue Stone Arts and Music Festival makes its debut in the City Springs district with an artist market, live music on multiple stages and even a kids' zone and sports zone.  READ MORE

Georgia State Fair

Hampton - Opening weekend! September 29-October 8
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Mago Junior Show

Lawrenceville - Saturday, September 30
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Peachtree Corners Summer Concert Series

Peachtree Corners - Saturday, September 30
The free concerts on Peachtree Corners Summer Concert series are popular among residents. Families head to Peachtree Corners Town Green on the last Saturday of May-October for this fun, free event.  READ MORE

Candler Park Fall Fest

Candler Park - September 30 & October 1
One of the most popular events in Candler Park and the surrounding metro Atlanta area, the Fall Fest has an artist market, food trucks, and live music. Candler Park Fall Fest features an awesome children's area called Kidlandia.  READ MORE

Duluth Fall Festival

Duluth - September 30 & October 1
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.  READ MORE

Repticon

Lawrenceville- September 30 & October 1
Reptile enthusiasts gather at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds for all-things reptile. Visitors come to buy, sell and see reptiles. Tickets must be purchased online in advance.  READ MORE

Big Springs Farm Pumpkin Patch

Woodstock - Opening weekend! Select days, September 30-October 29
The fall season at Big Springs Farms begins September 30 with the annual Antique Tractor Show. In addition to the pumpkin patch, enjoy the corn maze and hayride, $5 each. Other separately priced fall activities include a jumping pillow, bounce house, and gem mining. READ MORE

Ole McDermitt's Farm

Carrollton- Opening weekend! Weekends, September 30- October 29
See if your family escapes Farmer Kenny’s Corn Maze at Ole McDermitt's Farm. Not sure about a corn maze? Take the hayride around the maze and visit peacocks, chickens, goats, and other animals. The admission ticket also includes slides, rubber duck races, and playground structures. READ MORE

Woodland Spirits at Fernbank

Druid Hills - Opening weekend! September 30 - November 5
In this Halloween-themed outdoor exhibit, guests explore 10 acres of Fernbank's WildWoods and find spooky sculptures, ghostly figures, and a monster garden.  READ MORE

Fall on the Farm - Scottsdale Farms

Milton - Opening weekend! October 1 - 28
A corn maze, hayride, sunflower field, and goats await kids on weekends in October at Scottsdale Farms. During your visit, you'll find plenty of autumn-themed photo ops and the perfect pumpkin from the patch. Plan to eat lunch at the on-site cafe (with a kids' menu) if your little ones get hungry. READ MORE

Funbox Bounce House at Town Center at Cobb

Kennesaw - Through December 5
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
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