Fall is just around the corner, and there are so many wonderful events and happenings to check out in Atlanta as the seasons change! September means the start of pumpkin spice latte season, all things cozy, and of course, the end of summer. Keep scrolling for all the fun things to check out this September in the ATL!
Grab a picnic blanket — enjoy a free evening of ASO music in Piedmont Park! Add this can’t-miss September outing to your calendar: the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs a free outdoor concert at Piedmont Park on Wednesday, September 9 at 7:30 PM, featuring summer-themed classical favorites, family activities, and food trucks (no outside alcohol).
Don’t miss the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival Sept 10–13, 2026 — four days of chef-driven tastings, celebrity hosts, and multi-day pass savings.
If you’re looking for a can’t-miss September splurge in Atlanta, the 16th annual Atlanta Food & Wine Festival, presented by Invesco QQQ, takes place September 10–13, 2026 at The Home Depot Backyard and features chef-driven tastings, celebrity hosts, and multiple ticketed events across the weekend. Individual event prices range from around $109 to $195, with multi-day and all-event passes available.
See over 200 works by Banksy in an immersive Atlanta exhibition. If you’re looking to add some thought-provoking art to your September plans, don’t miss this immersive exhibition in Atlanta showcasing more than 200 works by Banksy, including originals, prints, sculptures and large-scale installations.
If you’re looking for a truly ATL music festival to check out, then you’ve gotta head to Shaky Knees! With a killer lineup, it’s a full weekend of musical fun!
Here’s a little preview of the headliners (but there are TONS of other bands and musicians coming!)
- Friday – The Strokes, Turnstile, Fontaines D.C., and Geese
- Saturday – Twenty-One Pilots, Pierce The Veil, The Prodigy, Pavement
- Sunday – Gorillaz, LCD Soundsystem, Wu-Tang Clan
See all five Hunger Games films back on the big screen Sept. 3–7 ahead of ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’. If you’re ready for a big-screen throwback, all five Hunger Games films will be screened in movie theaters nationwide over a special long weekend from Sept. 3–7, with each film scheduled on a specific day to lead into the release of the new film ‘Sunrise on the Reaping.’
Midtown Green opens in September with free fitness, food trucks and artisan markets.
One of the newest spots to add to your September Atlanta plans is Midtown Green, a new community hub at 98 14th Street in Midtown. It opens with free programming beginning in September 2026, including outdoor fitness, food trucks, artisan markets and family-friendly activities.
Join Atlanta’s Gluten Freedom Festival on Sept. 27 for a full day of gluten-free food, drinks, and community at Monday Night Brewing.
If you’re looking for a can’t-miss September event, the 2nd annual Gluten Freedom Festival ATL returns to Monday Night Brewing’s Garage on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, with a fully gluten-free food lineup, exclusive GF beers, live music, vendors, and family-friendly activities.
The event is free to attend with an optional $15 early-access pass.
Drive through the world’s largest drive-through pumpkin at Burt’s Farm this fall! If you’re looking for an unforgettable fall day trip from Atlanta, head to Burt’s Farm in Dawsonville, which is debuting an interactive giant pumpkin — billed as the world’s largest drive-through pumpkin — as part of its seasonal attractions. Along with the massive pumpkin experience, you can also enjoy hayrides, trick-or-treater events, and a family-friendly pumpkin patch.
The farm opens for the season on September 1st, welcoming visitors to check out the new Autumn & Gordy’s Harvest House and other activities.
Whether you’re searching for the perfect romantic date, a fun trip out with your pals, or a fun family outing, there’s a stunning Candlelight Concert with your name on it.
Here are just a few of the many September Candlelight Concert options:
- Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
- Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings
- Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings
Along with so many more!
This year, go all-out for Oktoberfest with delicious beer, German food, and tons of amazing cultural events! Georgia’s very own adorable little German town, Helen, GA, hosts a massive Oktoberfest celebration all throughout September and October, and you don’t wanna miss it.
Enjoy delicious German food, dancing, music, and of course, all the German beer you want! Learn more at Helen’s website here!
Stomp grapes at Paradise Hills on Sept 5 — wine, music, vendors and family fun all day.
If you’re up for a fun day trip outside Atlanta, head to Blairsville for Paradise Hills Winery Resort & Spa’s annual Grape Stomp Festival on September 5, 2026, featuring live music, wine, craft vendors, vineyard tours and scheduled grape stomping demonstrations.
Kick off your fall at Metro Atlanta’s biggest state fair — rides, fried treats, and family fun! For a classic September outing just outside the city, the North Georgia State Fair runs September 24 to October 4 at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta, featuring classic signature rides, new attractions, fair food like fried Oreos and lemonade, and free-admission days and discounts.
September is the perfect time to enjoy some beautiful sunflowers, blooming in late summer! You can take beautiful photos, enjoy the beauty of nature, and of course, buy a bouquet to take home with you! Fausett Farms will open up this fall for all your sunflower desires!
Address: 11336 Hwy 136 West, Dawsonville, GA 30534
Apply online September 8–22, 2026 for a chance to receive an Atlanta e-bike rebate! If you’re looking for a practical way to get around Atlanta this fall, don’t miss the 2026 Atlanta E-Bike Rebate Program.
The City of Atlanta, Atlanta Regional Commission, and Propel ATL are offering an E-Bike Rebate Program to help eligible City of Atlanta residents afford e-bikes. Applications must be submitted online between September 8, 2026 and September 22, 2026; winners are chosen by lottery and have 60 days to redeem at participating retailers.
This September, check out one of our state’s coolest new attractions: a capybara cafe! You can play with these adorable little creatures, feed them and get your capybara cuddle fix all in one! Check out all the details on how you can meet baby capybaras and many other adorable little critters right here!
Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Monday, Sep. 15, 2025 to Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, and we’re so excited to celebrate! One great way to uplift our Hispanic neighbors is to shop Hispanic-owned during the month, including eating at delicious Hispanic-owned restaurants! Celebrate the many different cultures, foods, practices and more of hispanic countries and peoples this month!
See our full roundup of delicious Hispanic-owned spots here.
One of the best ways to celebrate the end of summer is by heading to one of the many awesome rooftops on offer in the ATL. From refreshing cocktails with a killer view of the skyline, to Sunday brunch in the sun, enjoy the weather as it cools off at one of these amazing rooftop bars and restaurants!
And check out some of our other recommendations here:
- Moonlight, O4W
- Drawbar, West Midtown
- Virtue Rooftop, Midtown
- Hotel Clermont, Poncey-Highland
There’s nothing quite like a classy night of jazz to kick off your fall the right way! So grab a yummy cocktail or mocktail, and sway to the jazzy tunes coming from one of Atlanta’s best jazz clubs!
See over 150 African-American inspired quilts and enjoy free events and workshops at the Southwest Arts Center this summer!
If you’re looking to round out your September plans with something artsy and inspiring, the Atlanta Quilt Festival celebrates African American quilting and fiber arts with over 150 quilts, workshops, lectures, vendor shopping and special events at the Southwest Arts Center.
Spend a luxury weekend at Chateau Elan’s celebrated Vineyard Fest — wine, food, music and curated experiences await. If you’re craving a fall-leaning getaway from Atlanta, Chateau Elan’s annual Vineyard Fest returns for a two-day celebration of wine, regional food, live music and hands-on experiences in the North Georgia mountains. The main festival day runs Sunday, September 20, 2026, with VIP preview events on Saturday.
September is the perfect time to enjoy a nice patio beer with your pals! And lucky for us, Atlanta is home to so many incredible breweries, tap rooms, and brewpubs.
For our full round-up of Atlantan craft breweries, check out our recommendations here!
No fall plan is complete without a good day of picking apples! Luckily for Atlantans, Georgia is full of amazing apple orchards where you can pick your own apples.
Check out this list of great spots to pick apples until your heart’s content!