Fall Break Fun Around Atlanta
Student Walking on Campus Amid Fall Foliage
Classes will not meet Oct. 14 – 15 for fall break. If you’re looking to explore the city, there are plenty of events and attractions to get you in the fall spirit.
When: Oct. 10 – 13
Where: Atlanta Expo Centers, 3650 Jonesboro Rd. SE, Atlanta, GA 30354
Peruse over 360,000 square feet of antiques and vintage furniture, clothing, art, and more at the “world’s largest monthly indoor antique and interiors show.” The market opens the second weekend of every month.
When: Friday, Oct. 11, 7 – 11 p.m.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History
As Halloween approaches, get in the holiday spirit at the Fernbank Museum for a “spooky night filled with potions, poisons, and hands-on science experiments.”
When: Oct. 11 – 12
Where: Downtown Alpharetta
The Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival will feature more than 30 performances on six stages over two days. Musicians will be sharing the stories behind their songs and discussing the importance of music in the community. Admission to the festival is free.
When: Oct. 12 – 13
Where: Piedmont Park
Hosted by Atlanta Pride, the festival includes musical performances, entertainment, and community engagement opportunities. The Georgia Tech LGBTQIA Resource Center will participate in Sunday’s parade.
Wellness by the Water: Mantras and Mantas
When: Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Georgia Aquarium
With the Georgia Aquarium’s largest exhibit as a backdrop, instructors from Dancing Dog Yoga will lead a yoga session for all skill levels. Proceeds from the event benefit the aquarium’s research and conservation efforts.
Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes
Dates and hours vary by venue.
Find the perfect pumpkin for your fall decor and navigate through a corn maze to celebrate the arrival of fall, with each location offering a unique lineup of family-friendly activities.
- Randy’s Pumpkin Patch, Lawrenceville
- Buford Corn Maze, Buford
- Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze, Dawsonville
- Sleepy Hallow Farm, Powder Springs
- Southern Belle Farm, McDonough
- Burt’s Farm, Dawsonville
- Pettit Creek Farms, Cartersville
- Berry Patch Farms, Woodstock
When: Tuesday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: 1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground, GA 30107
As the leaves change, take a trip north of Atlanta to Gibbs Gardens, one of the nation’s largest residential estate gardens. The 300-acre property features plants from all over the world, along with ponds and waterfalls throughout.
Dates and times vary
Take a trip through the historic Atlanta neighborhood, visiting historic and haunted landmarks on the mile-long tour. Tickets are available for multiple times each night.
More information.
Spend Time in Nature
With sunshine and cooler temperatures in the forecast for fall break, enjoy a hike on walking trails around the metro area.