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Stone Mountain Pumpkin Festival runs weekends September 13-November 2. Photo courtesy Stone Mountain Park
The Ultimate Guide to Fall Festivals for Atlanta Families
Atlanta fall festivals mean seasonal fun for all!
The fun of the beloved Georgia State Fair kicks off on September 26 and runs through October 5! Photo courtesy of Georgia State Fair
24 Best Things To Do in Atlanta with Kids September 2025, According to Mommy Poppins Editors
September in Atlanta means loads of fun, fall events!
Find the best pumpkin patches near Atlanta with our guide to the best things to do this fall near Atlanta with kids.
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Atlanta Fall Day Trips Guide: Orchards, Festivals, and Family Getaways 2025
Best fall fairs, pumpkin patches, and autumn fun for Atlanta families.
Georgia families know there is only one true beverage: Coca-Cola! Photo by Elsa Simcik
11 Things Only Georgia Families Know
Check out the inside things only Georgia families know!
Your little monsters will love glow-in-the-dark Monster Mini Golf in Marietta! Photo by author
Mini Golf in Atlanta Is a Hole-in-One for Fun
Mini golf in Atlanta means lots of big fun!
Ice cream never fails to put a smile on kids' faces! Photo by the author
Best Ice Cream Spots in Atlanta for Kids
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Celebrate a first birthday with the animals at Zoo Atlanta. Photo by Jack Parada Photography
Where to Have a First Birthday Party in Atlanta
These cute Atlanta venues celebrate your baby's first big year!
Bubble Vision Atlanta brings bubbly fun to your child's birthday party! Photo courtesy Bubble Vision
18 Atlanta Birthday Party Entertainers Who Bring the Party to You
Atlanta birthday party entertainers bring an event to life!
The Splatter Studio lets kids create art AND get messy at every visit. Photo courtesy of The Splatter Studio
Guide to Making Art (and a Mess) in Atlanta
Kids will love making art on the messy at these Atlanta art spots!
Playgrounds, like the one at Abernathy Greenway Park, are great free things to do in Atlanta with kids. Photo by Melanie Preis
90 Free Things To Do in Atlanta with Kids
Explore Atlanta on the cheap with these free things to do!
Amore e Amore welcomes muggles and wizards alike during its Harry Potter themed events. Photo by author
9 Themed Restaurants and Family-Friendly Dining Experiences in Atlanta
Enjoy the ultimate "eatertainment" experience at Atlanta themed restaurants.
SK8 the Roof makes for an awesome summer activity, where kids can enjoy rooftop roller skating! Photo by author
SK8 the Roof Opens at Ponce City Market for a Summer of Roller Skating Fun
Roll into fun at Atlanta's newest roller skating rink!
There's so much awesome public art in Duluth, GA!
37 Best Things to Do and Hotels in Duluth, GA for Kids and Families
Take the kids to Duluth, GA for major fun!
Head indoor for some fre fun at the mall of Georgia.
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Guide to Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces for Atlanta Kids
Where to go when it's too rainy or hot to play outside!
Kids are grouped by ages and skill level at Buckhead Gymnastics & Cheer to achieve their greatest potential. Photo by author
Best Gymnastics Classes for Kids in Atlanta
Check out our list of Atlanta gymnastics classes for kids!
Test your physical and mental prowess at Activate Atlanta, a gaming facility perfect for big kids, teens, and adults!
Activate Atlanta: A Physical Gaming Experience for Big Kids and Teens
Combine gaming with active play at Activate!
Historic Fourth Ward Skate Park was designed with input from the local skateboard community and received funding from Tony Hawk's foundation. Photo by Bill Leffler
16 Best Skate Parks in Atlanta for Kids
Take a ride on the wild side at these fun skate parks!
All Rowan piercings are performed by licensed nurses, using hypoallergenic jewelry. Photo courtesy Rowan
Best Places to Get Ear Piercings for Kids in Atlanta
Check out these Atlanta ear piercing studios for kids.
See Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch, Elmo, and other Sesame Street characters at the Center for Puppetry Arts. Photo by the author
Best Museums for Kids in Atlanta: Children’s Museums and Family-Friendly Museums in Atlanta
Our favorite Atlanta museums sure to make kids say, "WOW!"
Stone Mountain Park is one of the most visited attractions in Atlanta for a reason -- it's fun! Photo by author
Stone Mountain with Kids: 20 Best Things to Do in Stone Mountain, GA
Visit Stone Mountain and make a weekend of it!
Kids can hone their skills by taking pickleball classes at the Sharon Lester Tennis Center at Piedmont Park. Photo courtesy of the center
18 Best Pickleball Courts in Atlanta for Kids and Families
Play pickleball with kiddos at these fun Atlanta courts!
Kids get up close to gentle farm animals at Zoo Atlanta's petting zoo, Outback Station.
Best Petting Zoos, Animal Farms, and Wildlife Parks Near Atlanta
Bring kids to Atlanta petting zoos and animal farms for outdoor fun!
Root, root, root for the home team when you're in Atlanta...especially since the Atlanta Braves are, of course, the 2021 World Series champs! Photo by Bill Lefler
3 Days in Atlanta with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
Welcome to Atlanta! Enjoy three days in this fair Southern city!
Suwanee Fest kicks off with a parade at 9am on Saturday. Following the parade, everyone gathers at Town Center Park for food, entertainment, and family fun. Photo courtesy City of Suwanee
Georgia State Fair, Disney on Ice, and More Things to Do this Weekend in Atlanta with Kids
Enjoy the weekend with fun events for Atlanta families!

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Garden Playtime at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Atlanta Botanical Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Little Acorns at Avalon
Avalon - 10:00 AM Pick
Storytime at Little Shop of Stories
Little Shop of Stories - 11:00 AM Pick
North Georgia State Fair
Jim R. Miller Park - various times Pick
Burt's Pumpkin Farm
Burt's Pumpkin Farm - 9:00 AM
Storybook Time at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Atlanta Botanical Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Discovery Kids Club at Halcyon Forsyth
Halcyon - 10:00 AM Pick
Drop-in Kids Gardening at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Atlanta Botanical Garden - 10:30 AM Pick
Disney on Ice Movie Night at Gas South District
Gas South District LAWN - 5:30 PM Pick
North Georgia State Fair
Jim R. Miller Park - various times Pick
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Fall Family Festival at Bright Horizons
Multiple Locations Across the US - 3:30 PM
Toddler Thursdays at the High Museum of Art
High Museum of Art - 10:00 AM Pick
Storytime at Little Shop of Stories
Little Shop of Stories - 11:00 AM Pick
Garden Grooves at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Atlanta Botanical Garden - various times Pick
North Georgia State Fair
Jim R. Miller Park - various times Pick
Shows for Seedlings at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Atlanta Botanical Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
REEL Friday at Trilith Movie Series
Trilith - 7:00 PM Pick
Georgia State Fair
Atlanta Motor Speedway - various times Pick
North Georgia State Fair
Jim R. Miller Park - various times Pick
Blue Stone Arts and Music Festival
City Springs - various times Pick
Duluth Fall Festival
Downtown Duluth - 9:00 AM Pick
Fall Festival at Avalon
Avalon - 9:00 AM Pick
East Atlanta Strut
East Atlanta Village - 12:00 PM Pick
Harvest at the Station
Atlantic Station - 3:00 PM Pick
Free Entrance Days in the National Parks
National Parks - Multiple Locations - various times Pick
Duluth Fall Festival
Downtown Duluth - 9:00 AM Pick
Sunday in the Park Festival at Oakland Cemetery
Oakland Cemetery - 12:00 PM Pick
Georgia State Fair
Atlanta Motor Speedway - various times Pick
Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival
Historic Fourth Ward Park - various times Pick
North Georgia State Fair
Jim R. Miller Park - various times Pick
Georgia State Fair
Atlanta Motor Speedway - various times Pick
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience
Exhibition Hub Atlanta Art Center - various times Pick
Burt's Pumpkin Farm
Burt's Pumpkin Farm - 9:00 AM
Fall Fun at Yahoo Farm
Yahoo Farm - 10:00 AM
Oktoberfest in Helen
Helen Festhalle - various times

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