ATLANTA — This weekend in Atlanta is buzzing with excitement for all interests. From the lively Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain to cultural celebrations like JapanFest, there's something for everyone to enjoy across the city.
Here are 11 events happening in and near metro Atlanta this weekend:
See “A Raisin in the Sun”
Date and location: Sept. 13 – Oct. 6 at Theatrical Outfit, 84 Luckie St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30306
Short description of event: Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun comes to Atlanta with a fresh look at an American classic that proves to be as provocative and powerful today as it was in 1959.
Link to event details: A Raisin in the Sun
Pumpkin Festival - Play by Day, Glow by Night
Date and location: Sept. 14 – Nov. 3 at Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Drive, Stone Mountain
Short description of event: Enjoy family-friendly attractions and fall entertainment with classic storybook characters during the day. After sunset, experience a Glow-a-Long Party Parade, the World’s Largest Pumpkin Drone & Light Show, and other glowing, not-so-spooky activities.
Link to event details: Pumpkin Festival Details
Atlanta Greek Festival
Date and location: Sept. 19 – Sept. 22 from 5-10 p.m. at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 2500 Clairmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30329
Short description of event: Escape to Greece without leaving the city! Enjoy Greek dancing, live music, and delicious Greek food at the outdoor Atlanta Greek Festival.
Link to event details: Atlanta Greek Festival
Characters & Cocktails
Date and location: Sept. 20 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA), 1315 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Short description: Explore MODA’s new exhibition, Characters: Type in Action, focusing on typography in social justice and civil rights, while enjoying cocktails.
Link to event details: Characters & Cocktails
REVOLT WORLD
Date and location: Sept. 20 – Sept. 22 at 3350 Greenbriar Parkway SW, Atlanta, GA
Short description of event: A 3-day immersive experience featuring live performances, masterclasses, and impactful conversations with cultural creatives.
Link to event details: Revolt World
2024 Million Meal Pack with the Atlanta Hawks
Date and location: Sept. 21 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at State Farm Arena, 1 State Farm Drive, Atlanta, GA 30303
Short description of event: Join the Atlanta Hawks and Hands On Atlanta in packing 1 million meals for families in need across Metro Atlanta.
Link to event details: Million Meal Pack
March of Dads
Date and location: Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 590 Cascade Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Short description of event: A live event celebrating and empowering Black and brown fathers, while breaking negative stereotypes portrayed in the media.
Link to event details: March of Dads
BackYARD Fest
Date and location: Sept. 21 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Home Depot Backyard, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313
Short description of event: Celebrate HBCU culture with food trucks, performances, games, and a featured movie next to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Link to event details: BackYARD Fest
JapanFest Atlanta
Date and location: Sept. 21 – Sept. 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097
Short description of event: Celebrate Japanese culture through performances, food, comedy, and more at this annual festival.
Link to event details: JapanFest
Barks and Bites: Doggie Crawl on the Beltline
Date and location: Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Atlanta Beltline Arboretum Eastside Trail, 240 North Highland Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
Short description of event: Take your dog on a restaurant crawl along the Beltline, with dog-friendly dishes, craft beer, and a special “Dog Brew.”
Link to event details: Doggie Crawl
Roller Derby Double Header
Date and location: Sept. 22 from 12 to 4 p.m. at Acworth Beach, 4425 Beach St. NW, Acworth, GA 30101
Short description of event: Enjoy a double header roller derby bout hosted by Peach State Roller Derby, featuring top players from across the country.
Link to event details: Roller Derby Double Header
