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Celebrate Atlanta with a festival for the season

Whether it’s honoring a holiday or simply celebrating the season, Atlanta’s neighborhoods love to come together for food, music, and family fun. From spring flower festivals to summer block parties, fall arts events, and festive winter markets, Atlanta shines as an all-season hub for unforgettable experiences. Can’t-miss festivals in Atlanta range from major cultural celebrations like Juneteenth’s Atlanta Parade & Music Festival to local hidden gems like Taste of Soul Atlanta, offering something for every taste and interest. Whether you’re a foodie, art lover, or music fan, there’s always a popular festival in Atlanta worth planning your trip around. Browse upcoming events below and get inspired to join the celebration.

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8/21/26 – 8/30/26

17th Annual BronzeLens Film Festival

The BronzeLens Film Festival of Atlanta, Georgia is a non-profit organization, founded in 2009, that…

Multiple Locations

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9/19/26 – 9/20/26

JapanFest Atlanta

JapanFest Atlanta is an annual festival dedicated to the culture and heritage of Japan. This…

Gas South Convention Center

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9/3/26 – 9/5/26

Atlanta Black Theatre Festival

Experience the power of storytelling and live performances with a marathon of curated performances from…

Multiple Locations

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9/3/26 – 9/7/26

Dragoncon 2026

Dragon Con is the largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction & fantasy,…

Downtown Atlanta

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9/5/26 – 9/6/26

Atlanta Hip Hop Day Festival

The culture returns. For 17 years, ATL Hip Hop Day has brought together artists, DJs,…

Old Fourth Ward Park

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9/10/26 – 9/13/26

Atlanta Food & Wine Festival 2026

Atlanta Food & Wine Festival Presented by Invesco QQQ is a four-day culinary extravaganza spotlighting…

Home Depot Backyard at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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9/10/26 – 9/13/26

Yellow Daisy Festival

Voted one of the top arts & crafts shows in the nation by Sunshine Artist…

Stone Mountain Park

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9/26/26 – 9/27/26

Sweet Auburn Music Festival

Sweet Auburn Music Fest is an annual urban music festival held in Atlanta, US. We…

Auburn Avenue Historic District

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10/3/26 – 10/4/26

Candler Park Fall Festival 2026

FALL FEST IN CANDLER PARK is among the most beloved festivals in metro Atlanta. Two…

Candler Park

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10/10/26 – 10/11/26

Atlanta Pride Festival & Parade 2026

Atlanta Pride is turning up the volume for 2026. We’re thrilled to announce that rapper,…

Piedmont Park

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10/29/26 – 11/1/26

Native American Festival & Pow Wow

Bring your family to experience the energy and color of the largest Native American gathering…

Stone Mountain Park

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11/7/26

Cabbagetown Chomp & Stomp

Chomp & Stomp Atlanta, GA Chili Cookoff & Free Outdoor Music Festival Since its inception…

Cabbagetown Neighborhood

8/27/26

2026 CARE For W.H.O.S.E. FESTIVAL

Butterfly Journey Human Services has been organizing and promoting this free event, CARE For W.H.O.S.E….

Location on registration

8/27/26

Grand Tasting Alpharetta

Experience Grand Tasting Alpharetta presented by Taste of Atlanta at The Hotel at Avalon on…

The Hotel at Avalon

9/2/26 – 9/7/26

Atlanta Black Pride Weekend

20 year anniversary #1 Pride Celebration in the Country Atlanta Black Pride Weekend stands as…

Multiple Locations

9/5/26 – 9/6/26

Taste of Soul Atlanta

Get ready to indulge your taste buds at Taste of Soul Atlanta 2026, the city’s…

Downtown Atlanta

9/12/26

Black Authors Festival

The Black Authors Festival is more than a celebration of books; it is a call…

Norwood Vineyard & Gardens

9/12/26

Taste & Brews Music Fest

Taste & Brews Music Fest – Begin your Fall with Music, Flavors & Brews Whether…

Etowah River Park

9/18/26 – 9/19/26

Hot Air Balloon Festival

Get ready for one of the most vibrant, high-energy events of the year at Lanier…

Lake Lanier Islands Resort

9/19/26 – 9/20/26

2026 Korean Festival in Atlanta

Cultural Outreach: Promotes Korea’s heritage—from traditional arts to K-pop—acting as a bridge for cross-cultural exchange…

Gwinnett Place Mall

9/19/26

Atlanta India Festival

Experience one of Georgia’s largest celebrations of Indian culture at the Atlanta India Festival on…

St. Mary’s Orthodox Church

9/19/26

The Veggie Taste – 16th Annual

We are celebrating 16 years Supporting attendees with their transitioning into a Healthier Eating Lifestyle…

West End

9/26/26

Atlanta AIDS Walk and Music Festival

Join us for a 5K and music festival you won’t want to miss. Your support…

Charles Allen Gate at Piedmont Park

9/27/26

Estamos Aquí Fiesta

Estamos Aquí Fiesta is a family-friendly festival kicking off Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. Organized by the…

Old Fourth Ward Skatepark/Historic Fourth Ward

10/1/26 – 10/4/26

Atlanta Fashion Week

Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) returns bigger and better October 1 – 4, 2026. Atlanta Fashion…

Multiple Locations

10/3/26

Big Green Egg EGGtoberfest

EGGtoberfest is an annual event held in Atlanta each October. The fest originated in 1998…

Coolray Field

11/7/26

Suwanee Wine Fest

Suwanee Wine Festival, brought to you by organizers of the award-winning Suwanee American Craft Beer…

Suwanee Town Center

8/17/26 – 9/5/26

18th Annual Atlanta Quilt Festival

The 18th Annual Atlanta Quilt Festival runs July 31–September 5, 2026 at the Southwest Arts…

Southwest Arts Center

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