Melanie Preis
Melanie Preis is a writer, editor, wife, and mom of three (including her beloved bernedoodle). Before joining Mommy Poppins, she worked at StyleBlueprint, Turner Broadcasting, and HowStuffWorks. She loves reading, anything Bravo, art fairs, and, of course, her bernedoodle.
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Halloween events in Atlanta allow kids (and adults) to celebrate fall, dress up in costumes, and eat WAY too much candy. There are so many Halloween events this year, it's impossible to show up at everything. We've rounded up our favorite Atlanta Halloween events that will have you screaming for joy (and fright)!
Our list of top Halloween events for families in Atlanta include Kids Boo Fest at Six Flags, Stone Mountain Park Pumpkin Festival, a monster parade in Little Five Points, and so much more. Read on for a sweet treat—our top Halloween events in Atlanta—and the trick is to put them in your family calendar. And as always, check our Fun Atlanta Fall Guide for the best local pumpkin patches, fall festivals, corn mazes, and more!
It might not feel like fall just yet (thanks, lingering heatwaves), but the season of pumpkin spice lattes (iced, of course... this is Florida) is officially here! Fall in Orlando brings a welcome break from the heat, and with it comes a lineup of seasonal events that make the most of gentle temperatures and festive vibes. From epic fall festivals to family-friendly happenings, Orlando knows how to celebrate every season in style!
We’ve gathered our favorite fall things to do in Orlando, perfect for families of all shapes and sizes. Find Central Florida fall festivals and more Orlando fall activities in our Orlando Fall Guide.
Find me a kid who doesn't love bubbles...it's impossible! Honor this age-old pastime of chasing/popping/making bubbles at the Bubble Planet Experience that just opened in Atlanta. This pop-up exhibit (get it?!) celebrates bubbles of all sizes and offers the "experience to dream big!" Visitors of all ages voyage through fantastical, pastel landscapes designed to appeal to all the senses. Read on for more bouncy fun!
As school starts up again across the country, tweens and teens are beginning the arduous adventure that is middle school. And thanks to pretty much all of pop culture—and many adults who have gone through the middle school years and lived to tell the tale—kids go into middle school fearing the worst. You know—classmates are terrible. School is terrible. Everything is terrible.
We're here to assure you—and your anxious middle schooler—that middle school can, in fact, be the best. Many teachers say middle school kids are their favorite age to teach. That's because they're learning to think critically, joke cleverly, and care deeply. They're growing, learning, and finding their spark. In other words, middle schoolers are becoming themselves.
Read on for middle school tips for parents that will help you encourage, inspire, and celebrate your kids. You'll learn how to make middle school better for your children so they'll become happy and thriving in middle school.
Our 2025-2026 Back-to-School Guide has even more advice on how to make this the best school year yet, including our list of the best school supplies (from a veteran teacher).
Atlanta apple picking checks every box for an enjoyable fall outing—get close to Mother Nature, let children frolic in an apple farm, take home delicious apples, and enjoy autumn weather. Besides the actual apple picking, many Atlanta apple orchards and apple u-picks feature attractions for families.
Apple picking near Atlanta may include hay rides, petting zoos, and of course, filling one's face with as many apple-related baked goods as possible from the on-site bakery. There are no rotten apples in this bunch of wonderful Atlanta orchards!
Gymnastics classes for kids promote flexibility, balance, and coordination, as well as self-confidence and a strong work ethic. Even young toddlers can join in the bouncy fun of gymnastics classes, which assist with gross motor development and social skills! Atlanta is full of amazing gymnastics classes and tumbling studios for babies, toddlers, kids, and teens -- both recreational and competitive. In addition to these Atlanta gymnastics classes, many are open to parents and caregivers, like Mommy-and-Me classes, so everyone can get in on the fun!
Orlando birthday party rentals, like bounce houses and jump houses, enhance a child's big day with bigger-than-life entertainment. These inflatable castles bring a birthday party to the next level with hours of backyard fun. And most of these Orlando bounce house companies set up and break down the giant structures, as well as teach party hosts the safest, best ways to properly bounce around! Take a look at these awesome Orlando bounce house rental companies for your next birthday party!
Mini golf is a family-friendly activity that has withstood the test of time! Mini golf near Atlanta is always a reliable outing that's part entertainment, part sport, and all fun! Mini golf courses run the gamut of themes, from pirates and carnivals to monsters and dinosaurs, and some even include glow in the dark mini golf. Indoor mini golf in Atlanta features creative settings and blessed air conditioning; outdoor mini golf offers colorful themes and space to spread out. And regardless of your age, there's something strangely exhilirating about holding those tiny golf pencils, right?!
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