Fall festival & fair guide for metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025
ATLANTA - The following is a list of upcoming festivals and fairs in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Check back often for additions to this list.
SEPTEMBER
Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival
Sept. 18–20
Downtown Blue Ridge
Blues performances with BBQ vendors and Appalachian flair.
Helen Oktoberfest 2025
Through Nov. 2
Helen Festhalle, Helen
The nation’s longest-running Oktoberfest celebrates its 55th year with weeks of live music, Bavarian traditions, parades, keg tapping, food, and beer in the Alpine village of Helen.
Stone Mountain Pumpkin Festival
Through Nov. 2
Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain
Fall celebration with glowing pumpkins, fairy tale exhibits, parades, shows and fireworks.
North Georgia State Fair
Sept. 18–28
Jim R. Miller Park, Marietta
Carnival rides, food, shows and family entertainment.
Kiwanis Coweta County Fair
Sept. 18–28
Coweta County Fairgrounds, Newnan
Carnival rides, shows, exhibits and live entertainment.
Blues & BBQ at Old Toccoa Farm
Sept. 19
Mineral Bluff
One-day event with blues music, BBQ, food and local vendors.
Arts Fest
Sept. 19–21
Creative Arts Guild, Dalton
Fine arts and crafts festival with markets, exhibitions and a preview party.
Clermont Days Festival & Parade
Sept. 19–20
Downtown Clermont
Small-town celebration with arts, food, music and a Saturday parade.
Inman Farm Heritage Days
Sept. 19–21
Minter’s Farm, South Metro
Antique tractors, engines and hands-on farm activities.
Azucar Music Festival
Sept. 20
Wolf Creek Amphitheater, South Fulton
World-class performances, food and great vibes.
JapanFest Atlanta
Sept. 20–21
Gas South Convention Center, Duluth
Celebration of Japanese culture, food, anime, martial arts and vendors.
Suwanee Fall Festival
Sept. 20, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sept. 21, noon–5 p.m.
Town Center, 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee
Parade, live performances, kids’ inflatables, games and crafts. Free admission; rides $1–$5.
Fall Festival at Atlanta History Center
Sept. 20, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Atlanta History Center, Atlanta
Family-friendly festival with historic demonstrations, garden activities, games, food and more.
Roswell Arts Festival
Sept. 20–21
City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell
The 59th annual festival features the work of more than 75 artists, live entertainment, food trucks and children’s activities. Free admission; proceeds benefit Roswell parks and recreation projects.
Big Red Apple Festival
Sept. 20
Downtown Cornelia
Apple-themed festival with local vendors and live entertainment.
Finster Fest
Sept. 20–21
Paradise Garden, Summerville
70+ folk, craft and fine artists, live music on three stages, food and fun.
Harvest Festival at Cartecay Vineyards
Sept. 20–21 & 27–28
Cartecay Vineyards, Ellijay
Vineyard celebration with wine, music, vendors and views.
Buckhead Arts Festival
Sept. 20–21
2025 Peachtree Road, Atlanta
Two-day outdoor festival with about 100 artists across multiple mediums.
Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival
Sept. 20, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sept. 21, noon–5 p.m.
McIntosh Trail Recreation Complex, 191 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City
Handcrafted goods, food and drinks along Shakerag Knoll. Free admission.
Brew Moon Festival
Sept. 27, 6–10:30 p.m.
Downtown Alpharetta
Beer, wine, food tents, live music and Georgia vs. Alabama on a big screen. $15 admission; reserved tables available.
Dunwoody Oktoberfest
Sept. 27, noon–6 p.m.
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 4755 N. Peachtree Road, Dunwoody
Biergarten, polka music, concessions and KinderZone with games. Free admission; $20 wristbands for kids’ activities.
Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival
Sept. 27–28
Historic Fourth Ward Park, 680 Dallas St. NE, Atlanta
Browse art booths featuring painting, photography, jewelry and more, enjoy live music, and explore the children’s play area.
Free admission
Rocktoberfest in Ball Ground
Sept. 26–28
RockSolid Brewing Co., Ball Ground
Three-day Oktoberfest celebration with live music, special Festbier release, food vendors, pup parade, games, market under the stars, and cider tasting.
Riverfest 2025: 41st Annual Arts & Crafts Show
Sept. 27–28
Etowah River Park, Canton
Two-day festival with more than 150 vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities, concessions, and free parking.
Duluth Fall Festival
Sept. 27, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sept. 28, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
3142 Hill St., Duluth
Parade, 5K run, live entertainment, food, rides, crafts, petting zoo and more. Free admission.
Sweet Auburn Music Fest
Sept. 27–28
Sweet Auburn, Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta
Outdoor festival featuring live R&B, gospel, alternative and more.
Free admission
OCTOBER
Atlanta Greek Festival
Oct. 2, 5–10 p.m.; Oct. 3, 5–11 p.m.; Oct. 4, 11 a.m.–11 p.m.; Oct. 5, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 2500 Clairmont Road, Atlanta
Authentic Greek food, live music, dance, cathedral tours and market. $5–$7 admission; free for kids 12 and under and select groups with ID.
Cumming Country Fair & Festival
Oct. 2–12
Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming
Enjoy fair food, thrilling rides, concerts and family entertainment.
Admission varies
Oktoberfest
Oct. 3
Downtown Newnan, Court Square, Newnan
Annual beer tasting event with Georgia craft brews, refreshments, retail sales and treats.
Admission varies
Decatur Book Fest
Oct. 3–4
Downtown Decatur, Decatur Square, Decatur
Celebrate reading with author talks, keynote speakers, literary merchandise and more.
Free admission
Atlanta Fair
Oct. 3–Nov. 2
Georgia State Stadium, 755 Hank Aaron Drive SE, Atlanta
Fair with unlimited rides, games and classic fair food and treats.
Admission varies
Annual African American Culture & Arts Festival
Oct. 4
Suwanee Town Center, 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee
Performances, food, arts and crafts celebrating African American culture and history.
Free admission
153rd Birthday Celebration/Culture & Spirit Festival
Oct. 4
Smyrna Community Center & surrounding areas, Smyrna
Music, performances and community activities celebrating Smyrna’s birthday.
Free admission
Porches & Pies Fest
Oct. 4
Adair Park, 742 Catherine St. SW, Atlanta
Sample pies and vote for your favorite, enjoy live entertainment and kids’ activities.
Admission varies
FallFest
Oct. 4
Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, 1911 Sweetbay Drive, Gainesville
Celebrate fall with live music, food, activities and performances.
Admission included with garden ticket
Crabapple Fest
Oct. 4
Downtown Milton, Broadwell Road & Crabapple Road, Milton
Annual arts and antiques festival featuring a market, food and vendor booths.
Free admission
Oktoberfest at Printer’s Ale
Oct. 4
Printer’s Ale Manufacturing Co., 115 Gil Reese Parkway, Carrollton
German-inspired day with beer, live music, food specials, contests and more.
Admission varies
Korean Festival
Oct. 4–5
Sugarloaf Mills, 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville
Celebrate Korean culture with music, dance and traditional performances.
Free admission
Georgia Marble Festival
Oct. 4 & 5
500 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Jasper
Multiple vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and tours of marble quarries. Cost for tours.
Fall Festival at Candler Park
Oct. 4–5
Candler Park, 1500 McLendon Ave. NE, Atlanta
Festival with live music on two stages, artist market, food trucks and kids’ area.
Free admission
Serb Fest Atlanta
Oct. 4–5
Sts. Peter and Paul Serbian Orthodox Church, 1880 Skylar Hill Drive, Lawrenceville
Enjoy Serbian cuisine, Balkan traditions, traditional dancing and cultural exhibits.
Admission varies
Atlanta Arab Festival
Oct. 4–5
Alif Institute, 3288 Marjan Drive, Atlanta
Festival with Arabic cuisine, cultural performances, workshops and shopping.
Admission varies
Foxfire Mountaineer Festival
Oct. 4, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Rabun County Civic Center Pavilions, Clayton
$10 adults (16+), $5 ages 6–15, free ages 5 & under. Appalachian heritage celebration with 58+ craft vendors, heritage skill demos, wagon rides, children’s games, and live gospel, bluegrass, and clogging. Proceeds benefit Foxfire’s nonprofit mission.
Westside Stride
Oct. 5
Upper Westside, Howell Mill Road corridor, Atlanta
Street festival featuring live music, Maker’s Market, pumpkin patch, petting zoo and food.
Free admission
Conyers Latin Festival
Oct. 5
Olde Town Conyers, 901 Railroad St. NW, Conyers
Celebrate Latin American culture with performances, food and activities.
Free admission
Fall Festival on Ponce
Oct. 10–11
Olmsted Linear Park, 1451 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta
Arts and crafts festival with a children’s area, food and beverages.
Free admission
Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival
Oct. 10, 6–11 p.m.; Oct. 11, noon–11 p.m.
Downtown Alpharetta
30+ performances, music-themed market, art and food vendors. Free admission.
Euharlee Covered Bridge Fall Festival
Oct. 10–11
Frankie Harris Park, 19 Covered Bridge Road, Euharlee
Festival with hayrides, cornhole, food, crafts and family entertainment.
Free admission
Chalktoberfest Chalk & Beer Festival
Oct. 11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Oct. 12, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (Chalk Festival)
Marietta Square, Atlanta & Anderson Streets, Marietta
Chalk art festival both days. Oct. 11 only: craft beer festival for ages 21+. Free festival admission; beer fest $50–$55.
Lilburn Daze
Oct. 11
Lilburn City Park, 76 Main St. NW, Lilburn
Annual festival with shopping, games, food trucks and entertainment.
Free admission
Atlanta Pride Festival
Oct. 11–12
Piedmont Park, 400 Park Drive, Atlanta
Parade, marches, drag shows, live entertainment and 200+ vendors. Free admission; premium passes from $95.
Norcross Art Splash Festival
Oct. 11–12
Downtown Norcross, 65 Lawrenceville St., Norcross
Nationally known artists with folk art, ceramics, paintings and an interactive Kidz Zone.
Free admission
Alive! Expo
Oct. 11
Suwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee
Community event featuring a Taste of BBQ, live music, artist market and kids’ fun zone.
Free admission
Roswell Motoring Festival
Oct. 11
Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell
Car, boat and bike show with food, snow cones, face painting and photo booth.
Admission varies
Canton Multicultural Festival
Oct. 11
Harmon Park, 600 Univeter Road, Canton
Celebrate diverse cultures with food tastings, music, performances and demonstrations.
Free admission
Taste of Acworth
Oct. 11
Downtown Acworth, Main Street, Acworth
Food tastings, two entertainment stages, dog show, fashion show and more.
Free admission
Diwali Market
Oct. 11
Johns Creek City Hall, 11360 Lakefield Drive, Johns Creek
Festival market with food and retail vendors, entertainment and cultural activities.
Free admission
Pine LakeFest
Oct. 11–12
Pine Lake Beach & Park, 4580 Lakeshore Drive, Pine Lake
Arts and crafts, live music, chalk art and sand sculpture contests.
Free admission
Sorghum in the Mountains Festival
Oct. 11-12
Meeks Park, Blairsville
Festival highlights art of cooking sweet syrup from locally grown sorghum cane, live music, crafts, food and more.
Stone Mountain Highland Games and Scottish Festival
Oct. 17–19
Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain
Traditional Highland Games with Southern flair, plus food and entertainment.
Admission varies
Cumming Greek Festival
Oct. 17–19
Saints Raphael, Nicholas & Irene Greek Orthodox Church, 3074 Bethelview Road, Cumming
Festival featuring Greek food, dancing, music and cultural traditions.
Admission varies
Brookhaven International Festival
Oct. 18–19
Lenox Park, 1277 Lenox Park Blvd. NE, Brookhaven
Enjoy cultural performances, international cuisine, an art walk and Kidz Zone.
Free admission
Taste of Chamblee
Oct. 18
Downtown Chamblee, Peachtree Road, Chamblee
Sample food, shop artisans, enjoy a kids’ zone and watch football on big screens.
Free admission
Loganville Autumn Fest
Oct. 18
Downtown Loganville, Main Street, Loganville
Festival with local vendors, dance academy shows, Battle of the Bands and more.
Free admission
Olde Town Fall Festival
Oct. 18
Olde Town Conyers, 901 Railroad St. NW, Conyers
Day of arts and crafts, food, kids’ activities, contests and live entertainment.
Free admission
OktoberFEAST
Oct. 18–19
City Green, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs
German beers, Bavarian food, polka lessons, live music and yard games.
Admission varies
HarvestFest
Oct. 18, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Glover Park at Historic Marietta Square, 50 N. Park Square NE, Marietta
Market, Touch-A-Truck, kids’ festival, scarecrow contest, football watch party. Free admission.
Olde Town Fall Festival
Oct. 18, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
901 Railroad St., Conyers
45th annual festival with arts, crafts, food, kids’ activities and pets/kids costume contests. Free admission.
Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade
Oct. 18–19, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Little Five Points, Atlanta
Two-day Halloween party with 100+ vendors, music, skate ramps, wrestling and a parade Oct. 19 at noon. Free admission.
Peachtree City Fall Festival & Movie Night
Oct. 24
Drake Field, 155 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City
Games, activities, food and an outdoor family movie night.
Free admission
West Fest
Oct. 25
Booth Western Art Museum, 501 Museum Drive, Cartersville
Festival with demonstrators, vendors, Native American dancers and art activities.
Admission varies
Snellville Fall Festival
Oct. 25
Snellville Towne Green, 2437 Main St. E, Snellville
Craft vendors, food, costume contest, Kids Zone with mini golf and rock wall.
Free admission
Deutsche-Klassic All-German Autoberfest
Oct. 25
Downtown Historic Norcross, 65 Lawrenceville St., Norcross
See 200+ German cars, enjoy German food and vote for your favorite.
Admission varies
Auburnfest
Oct. 25
Downtown Auburn, 1369 Fourth Ave., Auburn
Festival with arts, crafts, food, live music, contests and more.
Free admission
Cars & ‘Q
Oct. 25
Choate Construction Co., 8200 Roberts Drive, Atlanta
Fundraiser with unique cars, BBQ, craft beer, wine and live music.
Admission varies
Crafts & Drafts
Oct. 25–26
Downtown Smyrna, 2800 King St. SE, Smyrna
Event with arts and crafts, football on big screens, beer and family fun.
Free admission
Braselton Antique & Artisan Festival
Oct. 25–26
Downtown Braselton, 9924 Davis St., Braselton
Festival featuring handmade goods and artisan crafts.
Free admission
Emory Village Fall Festival
Oct. 26, 1–6 p.m.
South Oxford Road, Emory Village
Family-friendly festival with a costume parade, trunk-or-treat, games, music, vendors, and pet blessings, plus food and beverage options for adults.
NOVEMBER
Chastain Park Arts Festival
Nov. 1, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Nov. 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Chastain Park, 4469 Stella Drive, Atlanta
More than 175 artists, acoustic music, food and drink options. Free admission.
Georgia Renaissance Festival Fall Fling
Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 28–29 & Dec. 6
Renaissance Festival Grounds, 6905 Virlyn B. Smith Road, Fairburn
Step back in time with performances, shopping, games, rides and food.
Admission varies
Taste of Kennesaw
Nov. 1
Downtown Kennesaw, Main Street, Kennesaw
Food vendors, beer garden, entertainment and kids’ activities.
Free admission
Native American Festival and Pow Wow
Nov. 1–2
Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain
Celebrate Native American culture with dancing, crafts, storytelling and music.
Admission varies
Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival
Nov. 1–2
Chastain Park, 4469 Stella Drive NW, Atlanta
Juried festival showcasing nearly 175 artists and artisans.
Free admission
Pumpkin Festival
Through Nov. 2
Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain
Family event with attractions, storybook characters, glowing displays and parades.
Admission varies
Oktoberfest at Six Flags Over Georgia
Through Nov. 2
Six Flags Over Georgia, 275 Riverside Parkway, Austell
German-inspired food, beers, live performances and family activities.
Admission varies
IrishFest
Nov. 7–9
Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell
Festival with Irish music, dance, tea and cultural programs.
Admission varies
Brookhaven Art Splash Fest
Nov. 8–9
Brookhaven Park, 4158 Peachtree Road NE, Brookhaven
Festival featuring art, handmade goods and live entertainment.
Free admission
Decatur Wine Festival
Nov. 8, 12:30–4:30 p.m.
Downtown Decatur, 101 E. Court Square, Decatur
Sample 450+ wines, enjoy food trucks and a DJ. Fundraiser for the Decatur Arts Alliance. $50–$60 admission.
Snellville Book Festival
Nov. 8, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Grace Snellville, 1400 Dogwood Rd. SW, Snellville
Free, family-friendly festival featuring 80 authors with books spanning children’s, fantasy, thrillers, romance, horror, and more. Sponsored by the Georgia Independent Author Association.
December
Indie Author Book Fair
Dec. 13, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
West Cobb Regional Library, Kennesaw
Meet and support 14 Georgia authors across genres including children’s, young adult, romance, fantasy, nonfiction, poetry, and more, with books available for purchase.
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