Family-Friendly Events

Experience family fun in Atlanta

There is no shortage of family fun in Atlanta. Outdoors or in, summer or fall, Atlanta is the place to be for family-friendly events. Take your kids out to a neighborhood festival where there is fun for mom and dad too, or venture to one of Atlanta’s top-notch attractions and discover a world of wonder. Whether you’re in town for one day or a week, your family can experience non-stop excitement with these family-friendly events in Atlanta.

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Every weekend for 0 weeks until 11/01/2020

HALLOWFEST Presented by SNICKERS® at Six Flags

HALLOWFEST Presented by SNICKERS® Six Flags Introduces HALLOWFEST, Presented by Snickers® A Spooktacular Celebration of…

Six Flags Over Georgia Railroad

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Every day for 0 weeks until 11/01/2020

Pumpkin Festival

Stone Mountain Park’s annual Pumpkin Festival has become a family favorite with kids and parents…

Stone Mountain Park

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Every day for 0 weeks until 11/01/2020

Scarecrows in the Garden

Scarecrows in the Garden brings to the Garden dozens of creations by local artists, crafters,…

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Inc.

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1/1/21

Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl

The Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl has always been one of the country’s most exciting college football…

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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10/29/20 – 5/22/21

Atlanta Caribbean Carnival

The Atlanta Caribbean Carnival celebrates the Caribbean this May, promoting a broader understanding and deeper…

Central Park

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10/31/20

Haunted Hall of Fame

It’s the spookiest time of the year, and with that comes the resurrection of Haunted…

Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame

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Every day for 9 weeks until 01/03/2021

Candy Rush presented by World of Illumination

The world’s largest holiday drive-through animated light show comes to Marietta! A delicious whimsical wonderland…

White Water Park – Six Flags Over Georgia White Water Park

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Every day for 11 weeks until 01/16/2021

Garden Lights Holiday Nights

Be among the first to experience the 10th annual holiday lights show before it opens…

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Inc.

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11/14/20

Stone Mountain Christmas

Each day of Stone Mountain Christmas, you can enjoy park attractions including Summit Skyride, Scenic…

Stone Mountain Park

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10/29/20 – 11/15/20

Virginia Highland Summerfest

The 35th Annual Virginia-Highland Summerfest brings over 250 fine artists, live music, a KidsFest, and…

John Howell Park

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Every day for 16 weeks until 02/21/2021

Lakeside Lights Spectacular

Kick start your holidays with a visit to Margaritaville’s all-new Lakeside Lights Spectacular for a…

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

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12/5/20

Children’s Christmas Parade

As a true Atlanta holiday tradition, the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade has grown…

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12/12/20

Jungle Bells at Zoo Atlanta

Bring the whole family for Zoo Atlanta’s annual holiday tree lighting with festive activities, treat…

Zoo Atlanta

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10/29/20 – 7/13/21

Southern-Fried Gaming Expo

The Southern-Fried Gaming Expo is a 3-day fan convention focused exclusively on gaming. SFGE is…

Renaissance Waverly Hotel & Convention Center

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Every weekend for 0 weeks until 10/31/2020

Boo at the Zoo

Join us for the return of Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival! Sample treats throughout…

Zoo Atlanta

Every day for 0 weeks until 10/31/2020

The Supernow Halloween Spooktacular

Join Camp Supernow for an interactive Halloween mystery adventure to find the missing Halloween candy!…

Online

10/31/20

Halloween on The Roof

Spooky season is here! Join us Saturday, October 31st for Halloween on THE ROOF all…

Ponce City Market

Every day for 1 weeks until 11/08/2020

Chastain Park Arts Festival

The tenth annual festival of fine art and crafts will feature a children’s area, gourmet…

Chastain Park

10/29/20 – 11/15/20

Virginia-Highland Summerfest

Best festival in Atlanta. The 37th annual Virginia-Highland Summerfest brings over 250 fine artists, live…

Atlanta

11/23/20

Santa at Avalon

Ho, ho, ho! Beginning Nov. 23, the jolly man in red will take up residence…

Avalon

12/6/20

NIA Holiday Event

We understand the holidays can be difficult for the families of incarcerated individuals. That is…

Buckhead Space

Every day for 8 weeks from 11/22/20 until 01/18/2021

Avalon on Ice

Avalon

Multiple weekdays for 9 weeks until 12/31/2020

Wild Encounter: Elephant

Days Available: Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday No creature looms larger over the savanna than…

Zoo Atlanta

10/29/20 – 1/4/20

Adventure Cubs

Calling all Adventure Cubs, ages 0-5, and their favorite grownups for a morning of exploration,…

Zoo Atlanta

10/29/20 – 2/23/20

Girl Scout NightCrawler

As the sun sets on Zoo Atlanta, the fun is just beginning! Spend the night…

Zoo Atlanta

10/29/20 – 4/25/20

Girl Scout Workshop

Have a wild time exploring the Zoo while working toward Petals or Badges. Come with…

Zoo Atlanta

11/6/20

License to Chill Snow Island

Take the crew snow tubing, get your skates on and practice your figure eights at…

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

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