October
Alpharetta Scarecrow Harvest
A celebration of the fall harvest with colorful scarecrows made by local school children lining Main Street. Bring the family for barbecue and live folk music! Hay rides, face painting, storytelling and fall children’s crafts. Alpharetta Farmers Market fresh produce and live scarecrows add to the seasonal fun.
Octobber
American Adventures Fall Family Festival
Haunted Hayrides, stroytelling, pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treat street and a pumpkin patch on Saturdays and Sundays all month long. These special events are in the parks regular rides and attractions.
Six Flags Website
October
Norcross Art Fest In Historic Downtown
Visit Norcross Ga Website
October
Flag Day-Atlanta Pride
This outdoor party attracts thousands -- gay, straight and in between -- to Piedmont Park for a weekend of music, inspirational and political messages and drinking. A parade down Peachtree Street features nearly naked dancers, preachers, politicians, transsexuals and celebrities, making it one of the largest gay-themed festivals in the country. www.atlantapride.org
October
Pumpkin Festival
Celebrate the season's greatest gourd with Stone Mountain's pumpkin tree, a pumpkin patch and talking pumpkins. Arts and crafts, train rides, live entertainment and a pumpkin pie eating contest add even more fun at Stone Mountain Park.
Stone Mountain Park Website
October
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October
Taste Of Atlanta
This 2 day outdoor food festival features cuisine from more than 70 local restaurants, cooking demonstrations, live entertainment and more. Atlantic Station.
Taste Of Atlanta Website
October
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October
Atlanta Greek Festival
This 4 day festival is dedicated to celebrating Greek Culture with traditional foods, arts, music and dance, all orgainized by members of the Cathedral Congregation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation.
Atlanta Greek Festival Website
October
Columbus Day
October
Atlanta Parent Magazines Family Block Party
Tons of arts and crafts activities, great food and entertaining characters make this festival a must for fall.
Atlanta Parent Website
October
Halloween
October
Corn Mazes
Acres of puzzling entertainment for you and your family can be found at mazes throughout the area including Cagle's Dairy Maize, Kernal Kob Corn Maze, Uncle Shuck's Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch and Washington Farms.
October
Cumming Country Fair And Festival
This annual festival features exhibits, musical stages, as well as attractions, rides and more. Cumming Fairgrounds.
Cumming Fair Website
October
Day of the Dead Festival
Come celebrate this day, also know as Halloween, while learning about its origins at Atlanta History Center.
Atlanta History Center Website
October
Great Georgia Air Show
This popular event in Peachtree City features commercial and military aviation as well as civilian acrobatics and historic war birds. Organizers estimate the two-day event draws between 30,000 and 60,000. The Great Georgia Air Show
Late October
Little Five Points Halloween
The community of L5P, a hang-out for colorful characters and those who just want to be, stages an annual Halloween parade, usually a week or so before the date. You'll see costume approaches you never even imagined. Little 5 Point Halloween
October
Harvest Midtown
October
A-Maizing We Will Go!
October
Georgia Mountains Fall Festival
October
Georgia Sorghum Festival
October
Georgia Apple Festival
October
Georgia National Fair
October
CUMBERLAND MALL HOLIDAY JOB FAIR
Cumberland Mall. Atlanta. Retailers will be taking applications for seasonal, full-time and part-time positions. Call 770-435-2206 or visit web site for information. Cumberland Mall for information.
October
FAMILY FRIGHT FEST
Six Flags Over Georgia. The entire park transforms into a haunted wonderland, featuring haunted houses, concerts, and games that are fun for the whole family. Call 770-948-9290 or visit Six Flags Over Georgia for information.
October
NORTH COBB ARTS LEAGUE EXHIBIT
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. 10am-5pm. Call for weekend hours. Juried multi media art exhibit by members of the North Cobb Arts League. Call 770-514-5930.
October
MOMMY AND ME CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SERIES-WHAT DO FREIGHT TRAINS CARRY?
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-11am. Free with museum admission. Imagine, explore, create! This program is designed for pre-school age children and their parents. The Museum’s history, themes, and exhibits provide a fun and exciting starting point for educational activities. Call 770-427-2117, x 116 or visit www. Southern Museum for information.
October
FIRST FRIDAYS
Downtown Acworth. 5-10pm. The merchants of historic downtown Acworth stay open late on the first Friday of every month. Call 770-974-3112 or visit acworth.org for information.
October -December
ART OF THE GOLDEN GENERATION
Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. Tues.-Fri. 11am-5pm; Sat. 11am-4pm. Adults $5; Seniors/Students $3; Member Free. 6th Annual juried exhibition presented by Kennesaw State University’s CAREing Center. The CAREing Center promotes successful aging through education, applied research and service through continuing education. The Art of the Golden Generation is open to all artists who are over 50. Call 770-528-1444 or visit Marietta Cobb Art Museum for information
October
HOMESCHOOL DAY
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-2pm. Children of all ages who are homeschooled can explore the Museum’s exhibits for a special rate. Call 770-427-2117 x 114 or visit Southern Museum for information.
October
TOP IN BLUE PERFORMS AT MABLE HOUSE AMPHITHEATRE
The United States Air Force Services will present the 2007 world tour of Tops in Blue's performance "The Fly-By" at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre
Tuesday, Oct. 9. The performance is a music al tribute to 60 years of proud Air Force history. Tops in Blue serves as an expeditionary unit to provide quality entertainment, with priority to Air Force personnel stationed worldwide at remote and deployed locations, while simultaneously promoting community relations, supporting recruiting efforts and serving as ambassadors for the nation and the United States Air Force. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. and is free. Mable House is located at 5239 Floyd Road in Mableton. For more information, visit Mable House Web Site.
October
LUNCH AND LEARN: PRESERVING YOUR FAMILY TREASURES
Marietta Museum of History. 11:30am-12:30pm. Free for members. $5 for non-members. Bring your own brown bag lunch and hear Krista McKay, MHP, the Museum Registrar share important tops on preserving your special family treasures from wedding gowns to photographs and important documents. Call 770-794-5710 or visit Marietta History for information.
October
WHITMAN COIN AND COLLECTIBLES ATLANTA EXPO
Cobb Galleria Centre. Atlanta. 10am-6pm. Free. Dealers from across the country with coins, currency, supplies and books for sale. Auctions by Stack’s and American Numismatic Rarities, educational seminars, educational exhibits, special program for young collector and book signings by the leading authors in the business. Call 404-214-4373 or visit Whitman Expo for more information.
October
INCREDIBLE PUMPKIN TRAIL
The Depot. Kennesaw. Fri. 6:30-9:30pm. Sat. 4-9pm. Free. Everyone is invited to contribute their time and talents by creating unique, colorful and playful pumpkin displays. Pumpkins will be displayed along the walking path for public viewing. Call 770-422-9714 or visit Pumpkin Trail for information.
October
FOLK TALES OF THE RAILS
The Depot. Kennesaw. 4-9pm. Free. Storytelling, music, poetry, and entertainment. This annual event presented by the Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Department and the Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Call 770-422-9714 or visit kennesaw-ga for more information.
October
COBB SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES
The Dozier Centre for the Performing Arts. Kennesaw. Sat. 8pm; Sun. 3pm. Admission $15-$35. Benefiting Camp Hope Kidz2Leaders program. Call 770-429-7016 or visit Cobb Symphony for information.
October
MISTLETOE MARKET
Cobb Civic Center.. Thursday and Friday 9am-7pm; Saturday 9am-6pm. $6 one day ticket; $10 three day ticket. Marietta’s premier holiday themed gift bazaar featuring jewelry, women’s and children’s clothing and accessories, home decorating items, and many other gift items! The money raised supports the efforts of the Junior League of Cobb-Marietta. Call 770-422-5266 for information.
October
CENTURY EXPO-HOME AND LIFESTYLE EXPO
Cumberland Mall Atlanta. Various home, garden and lifestyle businesses and organizations will set up booths throughout the mall. Call 770-435-2206 or visit Cumberland Mall for information.
October
PREMIER PROMOTIONS FALL HOME SHOW
Town Center at Cobb. Kennesaw. During Mall Hours. Vendor set-ups that pertain to the home, landscaping and more. Call 77-424-0742 or visit Simon Mall for information.
October
HALLOWEEN HIKES
Chattahoochee Nature Center. Roswell. 7-10pm. $7 tickets; Children 2 and under are free. This non-scary Halloween alternative will thrill and delight you. This family friendly event, in its 22nd year, gives kids and adults a chance to re-connect to nature and enjoy the unique excitement of the season. You’ll experience the mystery of guided night hikes as you walk through the lighted Nature Center trails and meet friendly forest creatures with a tale to tell. Join us for an evening full of fun activities! For more information, call the Nature Center at 770-992-2055 ext 236.
October
CHILDREN’S HISTORY WORKSHOP-OLD TIME TOYS AND GAMES
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-4pm. $10 per child; Museum members $7 per child. Advanced registration required by Oct. 13. New series of hands-on workshops helps bring history to life for children ages 7 and up. Call 770-427-2117 x 116 or visit Southern Museum for information.
October
TASTE OF AUSTELL
Jim R. Miller Park. Marietta. 11am-7pm. Free admission. Food tasting from restaurants. Arts & Crafts. $2 parking fee. Call 678-945-4802 for information.
October
"TEE-IT-UP FOR KIDS"
Golf Tournaments benefiting Cobb Christmas
Cobb Christmas, Inc., the county's oldest and largest holiday assistance program, is planning its biggest fundraiser of the year. The Annual Cobb Christmas Golf Classic fundraiser will be Mon held at Cobblestone Golf Course and you don't want to miss all the fun! Registration begins at 11 a.m. with complimentary range balls and a light hors d'oeurvre lunch. The shotgun start to the Scramble format tournament begins at 1 p.m. The tournament concludes at 5 p.m. with an awards ceremony and barbecue dinner. It promises to be a GREAT TIME, and, of course, it benefits a GREAT CAUSE! To register online, visit Cobb Christmas and click "Donate Now!"
October
ANNUAL YOUNG ARTIST EXHIBIT
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. 10am-5pm. Call for weekend hours. K-12 grades are the featured artists. Call 770-514-5930.
October
CASPER’S FRIENDLY CASTLE
Smyrna Community Center. 10am-12noon. Free. Friendly Halloween fun for the little ones at the happy, friendly Community Center.
Call 770-431-2842 or visit Smyrna City for information.
October
HALLOWEEN HIKES
Chattahoochee Nature Center. Roswell. 7-10pm. $7 tickets; Children 2 and under are free. This non-scary Halloween alternative will thrill and delight you. This family friendly event, in its 22nd year, gives kids and adults a chance to re-connect to nature and enjoy the unique excitement of the season. You’ll experience the mystery of guided night hikes as you walk through the lighted Nature Center trails and meet friendly forest creatures with a tale to tell. Join us for an evening full of fun activities! For more information, call the Nature Center at 770-992-2055 ext 236.
October
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL
Logan Farm Park. Acworth. Free. 5-9pm. Carnival games are set up for children to enjoy. Game tickets cost $1. Call 770-917-1234 or visit acworth.org for information.
October
FALL JONQUIL FESTIVAL
Village Green. Smyrna. Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 12-5pm. $1; under 12 & seniors are free. Featuring over 150 artists/crafters from across the country. Call 770-434-6600 or visit smyrna city for information.
October
THE GEORGIA BALLET PRESENTS: FIREBIRD
Cobb County Civic Center. Marietta. Sat. 2pm & 7pm; Sun. 2pm. Admission: $24.50-$31.50. A Russian folk tale gets a new treatment in this world premiere ballet, accompanied by George Balanchine’s Concerto Barocco. Call 770-528-0880 or visit Georgia Ballet for information.
October
HALLOWEEN BOO BASH
Town Center at Cobb. Kennesaw. 6-8pm. Free. Trick or Treat! Children go from store to store and get candy. Call 770-424-9486 or visit Simon Mall for information.
