There’s nothing quite like fall here in Atlanta! From the beautiful changing leaves to the cozy vibes and fun happenings, there’s always something fun to do to celebrate the city’s favorite season! We’re stoked for all the spooky happenings, delicious fall flavors, and of course, fall festivals!
Without further ado, here’s our ultimate Atlanta fall bucket list!
1. Plan the perfect Halloween this spooky season
With spooky haunted houses, pumpkin patches, costume parties, and so much more, there’s a ton of incredible Halloween happenings this fall in Atlanta! You don’t want to miss out on any of the frighteningly fun events! To see the full list, head to our Halloween roundup here!
2. Celebrate Oktoberfest in Georgia’s adorable Alpine village, Helen
Celebrate Oktoberfest in one of the most authentic ways possible (without actually going to Germany, that is)! Head to Helen, Georgia’s adorable Alpine village for real German culture, dancing, cuisine, and of course, all the German beer your heart desires! Oktoberfest runs for longer than ever this year, and they’ve even got some fun Halloween happenings in Helen!
Get all the details here!3. Get mesmerized by music at these enchanting Candlelight concerts
Everything is cozier by candle light! Check out these amazingly beautiful Candlelight Concerts just in time for fall! Perfect for a romantic date, a beautiful experience with friends, or an awe-inspiring solo adventure!
Our recommended plans
Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, and More
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
Candlelight: Hip Hop on Strings
4. Pick your perfect pumpkin at these awesome pumpkin patches!
The best way to get into the Halloween spirit is by carving a pumpkin of course! Atlanta has tons of great pumpkin patches around, where you can find the perfect jack-o-lantern for you! Here are some of our recommendations:
- Burt’s Farm, Dawsonville
- Jaemor Farms, Alto
- Southern Belle Farms, McDonough
- Pettit Creek Farms, Cartersville
5. Get loud and proud at Atlanta’s free Pride Festival
Atlanta Pride is a huge celebration of queerness, and you don’t want to miss out! Wear your best pride merch, grab your rainbows (and your iced honey lavender oatmilk lattes… I know) and celebrate being exactly who you are! Get all the details for Atlanta’s spectacular Pride weekend here!
6.Wander through a beautiful sunflower field just an hour from Atlanta
Fall is the absolute perfect time to take a little trip from the city and wander through a field of yellow sunflowers! Get all your fall photos, enjoy the beauty of nature, and, of course, bring a bouquet home to brighten your kitchen!
Fausett Farms will open up this fall for all your sunflower desires. You can keep up with their opening dates on their website here!
7. Soak up the autumnal views at these awesome spots for fall foliage!
As Atlantans, we’re so lucky to have so much green space in our city. And that means, as the seasons transition into fall, we get to watch the leaves turn to beautiful shades of brown and orange. Get your camera set, and get ready for fall in A-Town by checking out our favorite spots for fall foliage.
- Sweetwater Creek, Lithia Springs
- Piedmont Park, Midtown
- Fernbank Museum, Druid Hills
- Roswell Mill, Fulton County
8. Lock into the UGA football season with live gametime and overtime coverage from Atlanta News First
College football season is back! Join former Georgia QB Jake Fromm as he dives into the action via new pre and postgame shows on Atlanta News First (ANF). The broadcast station will cover every UGA game this fall, bringing you immediate reactions and insights during and after each game.
ANF offers the best local post-game show dedicated to die-hard Georgia fans, encouraging viewers to “Flip to First” for the best UGA content out there. No more waiting for coverage on your favorite team – as soon as the final whistle blows, ANF is on! Learn more here.
9. Enjoy the weather as it cools off by taking a nice hike in Atlanta
Speaking of seeing all the leaves change, there’s so much nature to enjoy and explore in the ATL! Grab some pals, your S.O., or your dog and head out to some of the coolest hikes around, right here in the city in the forest! For our recommendations of beautiful hikes, you’ve gotta check out this roundup here!
10. Get spooked at these terrifying haunted houses in and around Atlanta
Get into the spooky season spirit by checking out some of these terrifying haunted houses. And grab your friends… you don’t want to go alone! Our recommendations are below!
- Netherworld Haunted House, Stone Mountain
- Nightmare’s Gate, Douglasville
- Haunted Forest, Buford
11. Get away from the city for a bit
Enjoy the serenity and coziness of the fall by getting out of the city for a bit! And the best way to do it? Enjoy nature and the falling leaves from one of Georgia’s prime glamping locations! With a comfy bed and running water/electricity, you’ll have all the modern comforts, but you’ll still be able to unplug and enjoy nature! If you need some glamping recommendations, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered here!
12. Get cozy on Atlanta’s favorite heated outdoor patios
Things are getting cooler, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some of Atlanta’s favorite outdoor dining hotspots! From campfire vibes, to some of the ATL’s finest eateries, keep enjoying your meals outside this fall. Check out some recommendations below or click here for the full round-up.
- Ecco, Midtown & Buckhead
- The White Bull, Decatur
- Gypsy Kitchen, Buckhead
- Bar.bacoa, Virginia Highland
13. Get completely lost at one of ATL’s cool corn mazes!
As one of Atlanta’s favorite (and everyone’s, let’s be honest) family-friendly Halloween traditions, going to one of the corn mazes in and around the Metropolitan area is a great option for celebrating this creepy time of year. Check out our recommendations below.
- Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze, Dawsonville
- Buford Corn Maze, Buford
- Mitcham Farm, Oxford
- Southern Belle Farm, McDonough
14. Check out the colorful world of bubbles at Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience
Enter a surreal and colorful world of bubbles and let your inner child run wild! This massive bubble experience gives you the chance to learn all about the magic of science and immerse all five of your senses into the vibrant world of oversized bubbles, balloons, soap, and more!
15. Enjoy a fun Vampire-themed cocktail experience with a real vampire historian
The Vampire Cocktail Club: A Dark Immersive Cocktail Experience in Atlanta is the perfect place to enjoy vampire history along with some truly killer drinks! Blood and spirits entwine in a decadent dance of myth, music, and mixology at this cocktail club!
Learn more and snag your tickets here!16. Celebrate Oktoberfest at one of our favorite breweries or venues
Celebrate Oktoberfest (and then keep the fun going all season) at some of the best breweries in the ATL! Several spots are doing Oktoberfest parties and events, so check back in as they update their calendars, we’ll update yours!
17. Cuddle up with a cozy book from one of these amazing local bookstores
Fall is the perfect time to get a blanket, a nice coffee, and get cozy with a new book. If you’re looking to buy your next page-turner, you’ve gotta check out all the cool bookstores in Atlanta! From the best indie spots with local authors to international bestsellers, these ATL bookshops have it all!
18. See a flick at one of Atlanta’s best movie theaters
Whether you’re looking for a cozy rom-com or a terrifying horror film, fall is the perfect time to enjoy the movies with your pals or S.O.! And lucky for us in the ATL, we’ve got so many amazing movie theaters to enjoy the big screen! Here’s our list of the best theaters you’ve gotta check out in Atlanta!
19. Check out the weekly live action Rocky Horror at The Plaza
One of Atlanta’s absolute gems, the Plaza Theatre, as a running tradition you don’t want to miss out on. Every Friday at 11pm during the spooky season (up until Halloween), The Plaza plays Rocky Horror Picture Show with LDOD, a group of artists who perform “screen accurate productions of The Rocky Horror Picture Show… as an alternative entertainment source for the metro Atlanta area.”
Get ready for full audience interaction and a hilarious and fun filled evening where you never know quite what to expect!
For more information, check out their website!
20. Get as many pumpkin spice lattes as your heart desires
Yes, it’s fall-time which means it’s the anticipated return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte. Skip Starbucks this year and shop local for your perfect PSL! There are so many amazing spots to grab your yummy fall treat, but for a quick fix, check out these spots below!
- Dancing Goats Coffee, Buckhead, Midtown, Decatur, and more!
- Drip Coffee, Glenwood Park
- Banjo, Avondale Estates
- Ash Coffee, Virginia-Highland
21. Go apple picking (it’s fall, duh!)
It’s that time of year! Whether you’re chomping at the bit to go apple picking or you’re doing it to please your significant other, there are plenty of fun places to go apple picking in the ATL! Enjoy the deliciously crisp fruit right from the tree or a deliciously farm-fresh homemade apple treat, right here in Atlanta! See the full list of amazing apple farms here!