Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Sept. 26-28, 2025
Here is a list of fun things to do in metro Atlanta and North Georgia this weekend, including live music, comedy, theater, fairs and festivals, sporting events and more.
Here is a list of fun things to do in metro Atlanta and North Georgia this weekend, including live music, comedy, theater, fairs and festivals, sporting events and more.
Arrest in shooting death of 9-month-old at Cobb County motel off Windy Hill Road
Ladarrius Tremelle Brown, 22, was arrested and charged with felony murder in the infant’s death.
Ladarrius Tremelle Brown, 22, was arrested and charged with felony murder in the infant’s death.
9-month-old shot at Cobb County motel off Windy Hill Road has died
A young child was shot Tuesday evening at a Cobb County motel, and police are working to determine who is responsible.
A young child was shot Tuesday evening at a Cobb County motel, and police are working to determine who is responsible.
Smyrna man convicted of murder after ankle monitor ties him to scene
Bobby Pegues, also known as Bobby Porter, was convicted on multiple charges stemming from a 2024 murder.
Bobby Pegues, also known as Bobby Porter, was convicted on multiple charges stemming from a 2024 murder.
‘Special Friends Day’ at North Georgia State Fair
For a few hours, the fairgrounds were reserved exclusively for children and young adults with special needs and their families
For a few hours, the fairgrounds were reserved exclusively for children and young adults with special needs and their families
Marietta SWAT team responds after taxi driver reports assault
A SWAT standoff ended with an arrest on Carolyn Street in Marietta.
A SWAT standoff ended with an arrest on Carolyn Street in Marietta.
NAACP defends Cobb teachers disciplined over Charlie Kirk comments
Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs said that the organization is standing behind Cobb County teachers disciplined over comments related to Charlie Kirk.
Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs said that the organization is standing behind Cobb County teachers disciplined over comments related to Charlie Kirk.
Pope High names field after late football player Matt Hobby
Pope High School marked the 20th anniversary of its annual football fundraiser by officially naming its stadium field after a former player who inspired the effort.
Pope High School marked the 20th anniversary of its annual football fundraiser by officially naming its stadium field after a former player who inspired the effort.
Cobb County Brick Convention: A LEGO wonderland for fans of all ages
The Cobb County Brick Convention supports Creations for Charity, raising over $50,000 for LEGO sets for underprivileged children since 2023.
The Cobb County Brick Convention supports Creations for Charity, raising over $50,000 for LEGO sets for underprivileged children since 2023.
Security being increased for Kennesaw city council meetings
Elected officials and others are clearly on edge after the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk.
Elected officials and others are clearly on edge after the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk.
Suspicious contents in car near IHOP on Alpharetta Highway deemed safe
The suspicious contents in a vehicle in a car in a parking lot of an IHOP on Alpharetta Highway have been determined not to be a danger.
The suspicious contents in a vehicle in a car in a parking lot of an IHOP on Alpharetta Highway have been determined not to be a danger.
Split reaction to discipline of Cobb teachers for Charlie Kirk posts
Several Cobb County educators are off the job after school officials say they posted social media comments which were contrary to district policy.
Several Cobb County educators are off the job after school officials say they posted social media comments which were contrary to district policy.
DeKalb County Master Firefighter Preston Fant remembered as 'dedicated, selfless, faithful to his Lord'
Master Firefighter Preston Fant died while rescuing colleague in a warehouse fire.
Master Firefighter Preston Fant died while rescuing colleague in a warehouse fire.
Marietta church's inclusivity sign stolen twice, sparking community concerns
The church's inclusivity sign was stolen twice in three months, reflecting heightened societal tensions and intolerance.
The church's inclusivity sign was stolen twice in three months, reflecting heightened societal tensions and intolerance.
Woman dies from blood poisoning; husband convicted of felony murder, neglect
Gary Williams was sentenced to life in prison for felony murder and neglect in his wife's death.
Gary Williams was sentenced to life in prison for felony murder and neglect in his wife's death.
Procession route following funeral for DeKalb County firefighter released
A funeral procession honoring fallen DeKalb County Master Firefighter Preston Fant will take place Thursday afternoon, traveling from Truist Park through the city of Marietta.
A funeral procession honoring fallen DeKalb County Master Firefighter Preston Fant will take place Thursday afternoon, traveling from Truist Park through the city of Marietta.
Chick-fil-A Acworth celebrates 99th birthday of Navy veteran
Acworth Chick-fil-a celebrates a Navy veteran's birthday.
Acworth Chick-fil-a celebrates a Navy veteran's birthday.
Marietta business owner convicted of bribing foreign officials
A Georgia business owner has been convicted on federal charges of bribing foreign government officials, prosecutors announced.
A Georgia business owner has been convicted on federal charges of bribing foreign government officials, prosecutors announced.
Pebblebrook High School senior fatally stabbed; classmate charged with murder
A 16-year-old classmate has been charged with felony murder in the stabbing death of 17-year-old David Daniel, a Pebblebrook High School senior.
A 16-year-old classmate has been charged with felony murder in the stabbing death of 17-year-old David Daniel, a Pebblebrook High School senior.
Cobb County inmate dies while in jail custody
A Cobb County inmate died Saturday while in the custody of the county jail.
A Cobb County inmate died Saturday while in the custody of the county jail.