The seasons have changed from summer to fall bringing cooler temperatures and many exciting events for metro Atlanta. Whether you’re visiting or moving to Atlanta, you have been a long-time resident or you’re a native Atlantan, almost everyone can enjoy these things to do in the coming weeks.
1. Sports
Pick your choice of sports events to attend in Atlanta, from youth sports to college-level athletics to pro-level games. Our professional teams have a lot to look forward to!
Atlanta Braves (playoff games begin on Friday against the Cardinals)
Atlanta Falcons (their successful season so far has been on-the-edge-of-your-seat thrilling!)
Atlanta Hawks (bleacherreport.com named them the biggest sleeper team for 2012-2013)
2. Festivals
It seems that there is a festival every weekend in almost every neighborhood! Here are a few in Alpharetta.
Saturday, October 6 - Alpharetta Brew Moon Fest: Street Dance, Brew and Shenanigans
The Brew Moon Fest is fall fun at its finest and it’s returning to downtown Alpharetta, Saturday, October 6 at 6:30 p.m. Don’t miss this uniquely Alpharetta celebration from the Alpharetta Business Association.
October 20 and 21 – Alpharetta Arts & Music Festival
Music and art come together in Historic Downtown Alpharetta at the Arts and Music Fall Festival. Come and enjoy a weekend of live jazz, blues and acoustic music performances while viewing art from over 100 artists in the Southeast.
3. Halloween
Photo credit: Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau
October’s spooky holiday brings costumes, hayrides, pumpkins, and more to metro Atlanta. Click here for a full list of events happening in Alpharetta from the Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau. We look forward to experiencing the Hayrides at Wills Park on October 27, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, as it’s the perfect non-scary alternative and an important fundraiser for the Chattahoochee Nature Center.
