Whether you’ve got an extra day off for Labor Day this year or not, there are TONS of fun happenings around the ATL for Labor Day weekend! If you wanna have some fun but you’re not sure what to do, don’t worry. We’ve got ya covered. Keep scrolling to see all the fun Labor Day Weekend events happening in and around Atlanta this year!
1. Check out Callaway Gardens’ massive hot air balloon & firework show
This Labor Day, you can head to Callaway Gardens for a massive display of glowing hot air balloons, fun events, fireworks and more! End your summer with a bang at this beautiful festival and soak up just a few more memories before the weather starts getting chilly!
Learn all about the hot air balloon festival here!2. Check out the largest multi-media & pop culture convention at Atlanta’s Dragon Con
Atlanta is hosting the massive annual Dragon Con on Labor Day this year, and you can’t miss out! With TONS of incredible things to do and see, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Dragon Con. Convention-attendees can expect:
- The spectacular Dragon Con parade (in cosplay, of course)
- vendors
- gaming opporutnities
- workshops hosted by industry professionals
- costume contests
- live events & demonstrations
And SO much more. Check out all the fun here!
3. Enjoy the start of football season in the ATL!
Football season officially begins during the Aflac Kickoff Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- Aug. 30, 2025: Tennessee vs. Syracuse
- Aug. 31, 2025: Georgia vs. Clemson
Whether you get tickets to the game or you wanna watch at one of Atlanta’s many sports bars, there’s something fun for everyone to enjoy this football season! Grab your jersey and get ready for an awesome season!
Learn more about the Aflac Kickoff Game on their website, here!4. Head to a free laser show at Stone Mountain
This Labor Day, Stone Mountain’s iconic FREE laser show is back for all the enjoy! Whether you want to grab a pass and enjoy the park’s classic family-friendly events or you just wanna stop by for the laser show, there’s a little something for everyone to enjoy at Stone Mountain!
Learn more about their iconic laser show and firework display on their website, here!5. Stop by Marietta’s iconic ‘Art in the Park’ festival for some family fun
If you’re searching for the perfect family-friendly spot to grab some delicious food, cool art, and participate in some fun events, search no further than the Marietta Art in the Park Festival! This free festival has live music, fun activities for the kids and more! Learn all about the art festival here!
6. Go for a Labor Day hike with a group to East Palisades trail
When: 8:30am – 11:00am
Where: East Palisades, North Loop and Bamboo Forest, Georgia
Step into a magical bamboo forest on a group hike this Labor Day! Head out with the Lawrenceville Hikers’ club for a nice hike with new friends. You can learn more bout this hike on Meetup’s website, here!
7. Shoot the ‘Hooch with friends this Labor Day
Send off the summer the right way: with a nice relaxing float down the Chattahoochee River! Rent a float Cool River Adventures and set off on a nice drift down the cool water. Whether you’re going with friends or you’ve got little ones with you, there’s something fun for everyone to enjoy in the gorgeous natural river!
Learn more about shootin’ the ‘Hooch here!8. Take your loved ones out for ice cream
Summer might be wrapping up, but there are still tons of delicious ice cream shops to check out in the ATL! Get yourself a nice little sweet treat, whether you’re celebrating the start to school, the end of summer, or you just need a little pick-me-up! You can see our full list of ice cream recommendations here!
9. Check out the largest Black gay pride celebration in the country at Atlanta Black Pride 2025
It’s time for Black Pride 2025, and the celebration is going all weekend long this Labor Day! From amazing parties to cool dating events, vendors, community gatherings and so much more, you definitely don’t want to miss out on Black Pride 2025!
See the full rundown of fun events and celebrations on their website, here!Don’t miss out on all the fun Labor Day happenings, Atlanta! And enjoy your day off!