August 25, 2022
Lifestyle, culture, Community,
The end of summer? Already, really? Worry not. While Labor Day weekend is speedily approaching there is a fabulous array of activities and specials happening in and around the city that are seriously worth checking out. Art festivals, sporting events, and unique outdoor experiences are set to make this Labor Day weekend a memorable one.
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Art In The Park Marietta Square
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Marietta Square / Website
Dates: Friday, Sept. 2 - Monday, Sept. 5
Head to Marietta Park for Atlanta’s annual juried fine art festival and its 36th anniversary. Browse through artworks from a curated selection of 175 accomplished artists from around the country. Chat with artists, explore the various mediums of art at the fest, listen to live music, and let the kids loose in the crafty kids' area, there is sure to be something to please everyone in your crew.
Atlanta Black Pride Festival
188 14th Street NE / Website
Dates: Wednesday, Aug. 31 - Sunday, Sept. 4
Party all week long at this star-studded live music festival. It’s known as the largest Black pride event in the U.S.This year, Atlanta-local Latto will perform on Saturday of the festival, with bottle service, outdoor seating, and VIP sections available. There’s a lot to explore at this fun festival, check out their website for the full roster of events.
Atlanta Braves Games
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Truist Park / Website
Dates: Thursday, Sept. 1 - Sunday, Sept. 4
Close out the traditional summer season with a Labor Day Weekend baseball game. The Braves will face off against the Colorado Rockies on Thursday, Sept. 1, and the Marlins in the next three games. Saturday’s game will conclude with live music, and Sunday’s game will offer players autographs before the game.
Big Peach Sizzler 5K & 10K
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5238 Peachtree Road NE, Chamblee / Website
Date: Monday, Sept. 5
Run or walk for a cure to Cystic Fibrosis. This race course spans from Chamblee to Buckhead, and runners can choose to compete in a 5K or a 10K. All finishers are set to receive a T-shirt and medal. The post-race party will feature live music, food from Flying Biscuit Cafe, beer from StillFire Brewing, and a variety of local vendors. Register for the event here.
Chick-Fil-A Kickoff Game Oregon vs. Georgia
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Mercedes Benz Stadium / Website
Date: Saturday, Sept. 3
Return to Mercedes Benz Stadium for the first football game of the season. Georgia will face off against Oregon at this end-of-summer spectacle. Gather your crew, good brews, and your perfect Georgia-themed fit for the ideal weekend.
Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival Callaway Gardens
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17617 US-27, Pine Mountain / Website
Dates: Friday, Sept. 2 - Sunday, Sept. 4
Relax at Robin Lake Beach as beautiful hot air balloons float by. This three-day festival includes access to the beach, mini-golf, inflatable floating obstacle courses, and nightly hot air balloon presentations. Tickets can be purchased here.
Stone Mountain Labor Day Weekend Celebration
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1000 Robert E Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain / Website
Dates: Saturday, Sept. 3 - Monday, Sept. 5
Enjoy an action-packed day suited to the whole family at Stone Mountain. There will be a BMX stunt show, nightly laser shows, and the “world’s largest flame cannon.” Tickets can be purchased here.
Make the most of this Labor Day weekend by exploring some of the fabulous activities happening locally in Atlanta.
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