LIST | 11 things to do in Atlanta; Oct. 4 – 6 | 11alive.com

ATLANTA — It’s been a whirlwind few weeks for metro Atlanta, but with these events lined up, it’s time to take a deep breath and enjoy some fun.

From the Georgia National Fair in Perry to the Candler Park Fall Festival and even a record-breaking celebration at the Big Green Egg “EGGtoberfest,” there’s no shortage of ways to regain a sense of normalcy. Here is our pick of 11 events this weekend.

Date and locationOct. 5, 2024 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Coolray Field, 2500 Buford Dr NE, Lawrenceville, GA 30043

Short description of event:Join the world’s largest EGGhead gathering celebrating 50 years of live-fire cooking on the Big Green Egg. Enjoy samples from over 200 cook teams from the U.S. and 20+ countries, live music, cooking demos, and more. Kids under 12 get in free, and the event will feature an attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest serving of chicken wings.

Link to event details: Big Green Egg EGGtoberfest

Date and locationOct. 5-6, 2024 | 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.Candler Park, 1500 McLendon Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Short description of event:The Candler Park Fall Festival is one of metro Atlanta’s most beloved events, featuring two days of live music, art, food, games, rides, and special attractions that draw 20,000 people daily. Best of all, the festival is free, and every dollar raised goes toward funding community and park improvements.

Link to event details: Candler Park Fall Festival

Date and locationMultiple days until Nov. 3, 2024, | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Short description of event:Atlanta’s favorite fall tradition is back for its 22nd year! Scarecrows in the Garden features colorful and creative scarecrow displays from local community members, along with a judged competition and the return of the People’s Choice Award. Visitors can vote for their favorite scarecrow for a chance to win a Family Membership.

Link to event details: Scarecrows in the Garden

Date and locationOct. 2 - Nov. 3, 2024 | 2 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Short description of event:Celebrate the season at Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival! Enjoy family-friendly attractions and fall entertainment by day, and then experience the park’s Glow-a-Long Party Parade, World’s Largest Pumpkin Drone & Light Show, and other glowing nighttime activities after dark.

Link to event details:Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park

Date and locationOct. 3 - Oct. 13, 2024 | 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry, GA

Short description of event:The Georgia National Fair returns with 11 days of rides, live performances, food, and fun. Attendees can enjoy unique attractions like the Disc-Connected K9's Frisbee dog show and the Nerveless Nocks Extreme Waterski and Stunt Spectacular, along with nightly fireworks and live music. Don’t forget to try some iconic fair food and explore hundreds of vendors offering handmade crafts and specialty items.

Link to event details: Georgia National Fair

Date and locationOct. 4-5, 2024Atlanta Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Short description of event:Experience the beloved film "How to Train Your Dragon" like never before with a live symphony orchestra. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will perform the movie’s score, bringing the animated adventure to life with every soaring note.

Link to event details: How to Train Your Dragon: Live in Concert

Date and locationOct. 6, 2024 | From 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.Historic Fourth Ward Park, 680 Dallas St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Short description of event:Atlanta’s Latin arts and music fest returns with captivating performances, delicious Latin cuisine, vibrant art installations, and engaging cultural activities for attendees of all ages.

Link to event details: Oye! Fest

Date and locationOct. 4, 2024 | 8 p.m. to 11:15 p.m.Wild Heaven Beer, 1010 White Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

Short description of event:Join Saxsquatch, a 7-foot-tall electronic music artist and producer, for a night of live performances featuring his unique saxophone-infused sound. With collaborations with artists like John Oates and Billy Ray Cyrus and music featured in Fortnite, this event promises an unforgettable rave experience.

Link to event details: Saxsquatch Rave

Date and locationOct. 5, 2024 | 7 p.m.Newtown Park Amphitheater, 3150 Old Alabama Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30022

Short description of event:Join the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra as they kick off their 2024-2025 season with a free concert celebrating the vibrant energy of K-pop music. Led by conductor Henry Cheng, the performance will feature orchestral renditions of hits by BTS, PSY, and other K-pop artists, blending classical elements with modern pop for an unforgettable musical experience.

Link to event details: Classical K-pop Concert

Date and locationOct. 5, 2024 | 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.The Gallery at South DeKalb, 2801 Candler Road, Decatur, GA 30034

Short description of event:Join Pink Sisters Surviving, INC for a fun and energetic line dance fundraising event to support breast cancer awareness and research. This free event is open to all, with every registration helping the organization move closer to its mission of creating a brighter, more compassionate world for survivors and supporters.

Link to event details: Breast Cancer Line Dance Fundraiser 2024