Free things to do in Atlanta! Once again, we present to you our eclectic assortment of FREE & CHEAP events around town. Make sure to click on each link for details, … [Read More...]
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National Taco Day is this Tuesday and there are amazing deals & freebies all over town
National Taco Day is Tuesday, October 7, 2025!The date for this food holiday going forward will be the first Tuesday in October each year, so it will always align with Taco Tuesday … [Read More...]

The Georgia Apple Festival is happening this weekend, plus 9 orchards to visit
It may be too early for colored leaves, but there's another reason to head to the north Georgia mountains -- it's apple picking time! The town of Ellijay in Gilmer County is the … [Read More...]

Don’t miss the October Super Harvest Moon this week: when and where to view it
On Monday, October 6th and Tuesday, October 7, 2025, the full moon will shine brightly in the Atlanta skies. It will be a Super Moon, which is perfect for amateur sky-gazers to … [Read More...]

The best fall festivals & fairs around metro Atlanta — things to do in October & November
The best fall festivals in metro Atlanta in 2025 -- including state fairs, county fairs, carnivals, harvest celebrations, Oktoberfests, arts and music festivals, and … [Read More...]

The best things to do in October, all around metro Atlanta
Updated for 2025! Welcome to October! Fall is here and the weather is mild. It's time for apple orchards, corn mazes, woodland walks, county and state fairs, and plenty of … [Read More...]

DISCOUNTS for Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival Glow-by-Night attraction, running now
Light shows aren't just for Christmas anymore! The 2025 Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park has a theme of Play by Day, Glow by Night and it is amazing! See the … [Read More...]

13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to visit this fall
UPDATED for 2025! Ready for some fall fun? Check out this list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, petting zoos, jumping pillows, and spooky Halloween-themed … [Read More...]

Splish splash! Take your pup to a doggy swim day at a local pool this weekend
Dog swim days are held at public swimming pools around metro Atlanta in late summer -- just before the pools are drained and closed for the season. These doggy swim days are about … [Read More...]

FREE & CHEAP things to do this weekend, all over metro Atlanta
Free things to do in Atlanta! Stay busy without depleting your wallet, with our listing of free and cheap events happening around metro Atlanta all weekend long. Please click … [Read More...]

Head to an Oktoberfest celebration this weekend
It may still feel like summer, but Atlanta is gearing up for a season of Oktoberfest celebrations! We can't promise you'll feel like you've been transported to Bavaria, but these … [Read More...]

Our guide to free outdoor concerts in 2025 — enjoy a musical interlude this summer
Outdoor spring and summer concerts are back in 2025! No matter where you are in metro Atlanta, you can find FREE music around town. This is a rolling, day-by-day list … [Read More...]
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Free & cheap things to do this week in Atlanta and suburbs

FREE “Days of Play” in Lilburn coming up on Thursday

The Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville hosts FREE Family Thursday this week

Register now, then come to the High Museum on Oct. 15th: FREE admission, live performances, art-making workshops, and more

FREE Haunted Trail Hike at Henderson Park West in Tucker on Friday, Oct. 24th

Gwinnett Stripers host Boo at the Ballpark, a free Halloween fest at Coolray Field (reserve tickets now)

FREE: Pride on the Square event with live drag queen performances on Friday, Oct. 10th

Spooky Fridays at Ashford Lane: see a free Halloween movie every Friday in October

The Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra hosts a FREE concert on Sunday, Oct. 19th

Tunes by the Tracks is back, with FREE live music on Friday nights in Stone Mountain Village

Have some fall fun at the Great Pumpkin Fest and costume contest in Canton on Saturday
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National Taco Day is this Tuesday and there are amazing deals & freebies all over town
National Taco Day is Tuesday, October 7, 2025!The date for this food holiday going forward will be the first Tuesday in … [Read More...]

Krispy Kreme: Wear a costume and get a FREE doughnut on Oct. 25th and 31st
Krispy Kreme transforms to “Krispy Skreme” this Halloween season, with a new spooky doughnut collection and TWO … [Read More...]

The Woodstock International Food Festival is a 3-day event this weekend
The Woodstock International Food Festival returns in 2025! Festival dates are Friday, Oct. 10th through Sunday, Oct. … [Read More...]

Suwanee Taste of BBQ & Music Festival is a family-friendly event on Saturday
Suwanee Taste of BBQ & Music Festival is a family-friendly annual event. Admission is FREE. It takes place on … [Read More...]

National Taco Day at Chuy’s: Dress like a taco and get a FREE entree on Tuesday, Oct. 7th
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 is National Taco Day. If you're feeling especially silly, you can dress up like a taco … [Read More...]

Del Taco’s “Tacoberfest” features FREE food, BOGO specials, and discounts every day in October
It’s time for 2025 Tacoberfest! Del Taco is celebrating October with lots of tasty savings. The popular fast-food … [Read More...]
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Looking for things to do with the kiddos? Check out these upcoming events and current deals! This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

FREE “Days of Play” in Lilburn coming up on Thursday
Gwinnett County hosts FREE "Days of Play" in Lawrenceville & Lilburn & Norcross! Be Active Gwinnett is … [Read More...]

FREE Haunted Trail Hike at Henderson Park West in Tucker on Friday, Oct. 24th
The Haunted Trail Hike takes place at Henderson Park West on Friday, October 24, 2025 between 4 and 7 p.m. Note that … [Read More...]

Gwinnett Stripers host Boo at the Ballpark, a free Halloween fest at Coolray Field (reserve tickets now)
The Gwinnett Stripers will host Boo at the Ballpark on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The Halloween-themed event … [Read More...]

Boo Bash & mall-wide trick-or-treating at Town Center at Cobb on Saturday, Oct. 18th
Town Center at Cobb will host mall-wide trick-or-treating on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 2 to 4 p.m. The event … [Read More...]

Reserve now for the FREE Fall-o-Ween Fest at the Home Depot Backyard on Oct. 25th
Fall-O-Ween is back at the Home Depot Backyard in 2025 with festivities, food, fun, and maybe a few frights. The event … [Read More...]

The Georgia Apple Festival is happening this weekend, plus 9 orchards to visit
It may be too early for colored leaves, but there's another reason to head to the north Georgia mountains -- it's apple … [Read More...]

Scarecrow Harvest: Come see over 150 scarecrows in downtown Alpharetta
This year's Scarecrow Harvest is bigger and better than ever. Downtown Alpharetta is overflowing with more than … [Read More...]

The Fall Festival on Ponce features live music, art vendors, food, kids activities, more
The Fall Festival on Ponce takes place over two days on the weekend of October 11th and 12th, 2025. As always, it … [Read More...]
Holiday Fun in Atlanta
'Tis the season! Catch the holiday spirit with these events, activities, and discounts. This section updates automatically as new posts are added.

Marietta History Center hosts its FREE Family Fun Day on third Saturdays
Marietta History Center hosts FREE family fun days on third Saturdays The Marietta History Center hosts a Family … [Read More...]

FLASH SALE on tickets for “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at the Center for Puppetry Arts
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer will be showing at the Center for Puppetry Arts from November 12 through December 28, … [Read More...]

Stone Mountain Christmas: discount admission days
Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Want to wander through a magical wonderland of winter lights? 'Tis the season for … [Read More...]

The Georgia Festival of Trees is back with a NEW location at Gas South Convention Center in Duluth
It's that time of year again -- time to kick off the holiday season with the Georgia Festival of Trees. This eight-day … [Read More...]

The Atlanta Christkindl Market has a NEW location in 2025
Atlanta's Christkindl Market returns in 2025 -- but with a NEW location. Past venues have included Atlantic … [Read More...]

Shop with 175+ vendors at the Piedmont Park Holiday Market this November
This is the fourth year for this event, presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces. The holiday market … [Read More...]

Wendy’s: Give a Frosty Key Tag for Valentine’s Day, just $3 for free Frostys all year
Want to get a FREE Jr. Frosty at Wendy’s throughout 2025? All you have to do is purchase a cool Frosty Keychain Tag for … [Read More...]

Last call for Avalon On Ice, open thru Monday
At Avalon on Ice, you can take advantage of open-air ice skating at Avalon in Alpharetta. The rink was inspired by the … [Read More...]

Christmasville Tinseltown: McDonough’s FREE walkable light show runs through Monday
The city of McDonough will host a FREE walkable light show this holiday season. Opening night is Saturday, November … [Read More...]

Save 50% on the Winter Lantern Festival at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds
The Winter Lantern Festival returns for a fifth year, bringing a stunning collection of dazzling lanterns to the … [Read More...]

9 family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve and extra-early NYE celebrations for kids
Want to ring in the new year with your entire family, without busting the kids' bedtime routine? Consider one of these … [Read More...]

Frosty Fun in Duluth features winter break activities thru the weekend
Duluth launches Frosty Fun -- 16 days of amazing & FREE winter activities for all ages There will be a flurry … [Read More...]