Can’t Miss Experiences This Fall in Atlanta

By Joleen Pete

Published September 6, 2024
Last Updated December 2, 2024

With beautiful weather, fall colors and a lot of fun to be had, Atlanta is the perfect destination to visit in the fall. Here are some unique experiences you won’t want to miss. 

Kids Free September

Discover Atlanta’s must-visit attractions with Kids Free September. From Sept. 3 through 30, kids get in free at most attractions with adult/ general admission. Learn more about each attraction and what they’re offering for fall family fun.

Outdoor Enthusiast 

If you love the outdoors, you’re in for a real treat in the fall. Atlanta is brimming with beautiful green space and trees to see fall color. Check out our Atlanta outdoor guides to help you plan your next outdoor adventure to places like Cascade Springs Nature Preserve and Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. If backpacking piques your interest, Atlanta is just a 90-minute drive to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, located near Amicalola Falls. Closer to the city, you’ll want to visit Chattahoochee Nature Center any time in the fall for guided forest bathing, hikes and canoe trips. 

Fare for Foodies

Is there anything better than a warm and full belly on a cold day? Fall is known for harvest and thanksgiving after all. The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival takes place at various locations across Atlanta from Sept. 12 through 15. Chattahoochee Nature Center welcomes guests of all ages to the 9th annual outdoor food and craft beer festival, Harvest on the Hooch on Sept. 22. Grand Tasting Midtown is an event by Taste of Atlanta for guests 21+ to experience unlimited tastes from 25 of Atlanta’s best restaurants and includes wine, beer and cocktail tastings, a dessert bar, live music and more on Oct. 17. The Atlanta Chili Cook Off takes place at Brook Run Park on Saturday, Nov. 16. Get the MICHELIN experience year round at one of these MICHELIN-rated Atlanta restaurants. 

Solo Dates

As we enter the ‘ber months it’s important to take some time for yourself. Consider what might bring you the most joy and plan a solo date or two. If a little R&R is needed, (let’s be honest, when isn’t it?) treat yourself to a Zen getaway at one of these Atlanta hotels or show yourself some TLC with treatments at one of these must-try spas in Atlanta. Other solo date ideas include seeing a new exhibit or taking a unique tour of Atlanta. 

Celebrate Pride 

Celebrated around National Coming Out Day (Oct. 11), the Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade takes place in October in Midtown. Celebrate with a weekend of programming and festivities for all, starting with the 2024 Georgia Aquarium Pride Kickoff Party. 

For a complete list of things to do, check out our ultimate guide to fall in Atlanta. Articulo disponible en Español.

Joleen Pete lives outside Atlanta with her husband and their son. On the weekends they enjoy going into the city for family fun and exploration. Joleen is the family travel and lifestyle blogger behind Love, Joleen.