Atlanta’s most anticipated events are back! See if your favorite made our list.

Noon to Night: a fall fashion event benefiting Bert’s Big Adventure; photo courtesy of North American Properties

9/10

ProstAware’s Blue Ties Luncheon

In honor of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, ProstAware is hosting its premier annual fundraising event. Founded by Dr. Scott Miller, the Blue Ties Luncheon aims to spread prostate cancer awareness and education to those at risk. The luncheon will have enriching guest speakers and entertainment. 11:30AM-1:30PM, prostaware.com

Breakfast prep for Atlanta Food & Wine Festival; photo courtesy of The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival

9/11-12

Atlanta Food & Wine Festival

Southern cuisine shines at the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival at Historic Fourth Ward Park, where guests can choose between day passes and weekend-long tickets giving access to wine, beer, cocktails and unlimited food. Tasting tents offer quick bites from Atlanta’s favorite Southern vendors while intimate dinners give a more in-depth experience. With partners such as Four Roses Bourbon, Ketel One Vodka and Wicked Weed Brewing, and exhibitors such as Pie Bar, festivalgoers are in for a treat. 680 Dallas St. NE, atlfoodandwinefestival.com

Bubbles will flow at Piedmont Park Conservancy’s Landmark Luncheon; photo by Rick Moll

9/14

Landmark Luncheon

Home to 185 acres of land in the city, Piedmont Park Conservancy aims to maintain the urban green space that lies in the heart of Atlanta. The park will host its annual Landmark Luncheon benefit to enhance and preserve the historic park, highlighting Penny McPhee and her work with the Arthur M. Blank Foundation. Connect at the luncheon as they feature keynote speakers, lavish catered meals and community members. Promenade Lawn, 11AM- 1PM, piedmontpark.org

9/15-17

Swan Coach House Flea Market

Join the Swan Coach House in their annual fundraiser to benefit the forward arts foundation. This event has been known as an incredible treasure hunt through booths filled with previously loved designer fashions, children’s clothes, menswear, handbags, shoes jewelry, antiques, home accessories and more! Swan Coach House, 3130 Slaton Drive, swancoachhouse.com

9/17-19

Atlanta Underground Film Festival

Watch creative artists premiere groundbreaking movies at the 18th annual Atlanta Underground Film Festival. As part of Atlanta’s film series, the underground forum is where independent filmmakers make their mark. Experience a nonstop party celebrating short and feature films. auff.org

9/18-19

Music Midtown

This blowout festival was sorely missed in 2020, making the 2021 anticipation all the greater. This year’s lineup features stars such as Miley Cyrus, Megan Thee Stallion and the Jonas Brothers. When you’re not jamming out, enjoy the Midtown skyline from the Ferris wheel and nosh on a variety of food options. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Drive NE, musicmidtown.com

9/16

Noon to Night

Enter into a night of magic at the seventh annual Fall Fashion Benefit at Avalon Alpharetta. The event will benefit Bert’s Big Adventure, a nonprofit organization that provides the ultimate Walt Disney World experience for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. Avalon Boulevard will be transformed into a glittering blue runway, where kids will join celebrity models on the catwalk for an enchanting night. An auction for Fund the Need will be prior to the runway 6-8PM, 400 Avalon Blvd., experienceavalon.com

Celebrate nature, conservation and wildlife at Zoo Atlanta’s Twilight on the Savanna; photo courtesy of Zoo Atlanta

9/18

Beastly Feast

Experience Twilight on the Savanna, a night of elegance on the grounds of Zoo Atlanta, to honor wildlife and the conservation of nature. The gala in the grasslands will highlight the wildlife and have keynote speakers. An auction will be hosted benefiting Zoo Atlanta’s award-winning education programs and outstanding conservation efforts. 5-8PM, 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, zooatlanta.org

9/21-23

DISCOVER ADAC

As an architect, interior designer or builder, collaborate with top designers and showrooms to bring concepts to life all while exploring ADAC for luxury furnishings. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, adacatlanta.com

9/20-22

Fall Design Week

Join AmericasMart for Fall Design Week, charged with educational seminars and networking opportunities. Get an all-in-one showroom experience for interior designers, event planners, retailers and home stagers. Choose from hundreds of product orders, from lighting and home decor to stationery, fashion accessories and much more. 10AM-4PM, 230 John Portman Blvd. NW, americasmart.com

9/22

CHOA Ring the Bell Benefit

Join Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for a night of awareness. The event will highlight the mission to support research at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. 6-9PM, Glover Park Brewery, 65 Atlanta St., choa.org

9/23

CHOA Southern Sizzle

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta will host its end-of-season Southern Sizzle soiree at The Foundry at Puritan Mill. As one of the hottest events in town, there will be live entertainment, tasty bites, refreshing cocktails and more. 7-11PM, 916 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd. NW, choa.org

9/25

ACS Hope Ball

Join the American Cancer Society for a night of honoring U.S. Rep. John R. Lewis posthumously with the 2021 Hope Award. Lewis courageously shared his personal experience with pancreatic cancer. Atlanta’s business and philanthropic community members join one another for a common cause to raise awareness and funds to support the fight against cancer at The St. Regis Atlanta. The intimate affair will feature a cocktail hour, silent and live auctions, dinner and an inspirational program. 6:30-11PM, 88 W. Paces Ferry Road NW, hopeball.org

9/25

Atlanta Botanical Garden Garden of Eden Ball

One of Atlanta’s most anticipated events awaits. Experience a fabulous evening with the Garden of Eden Ball at the ever-evolving Atlanta Botanical Garden. City, business and social leaders gather for this black-tie affair to raise awareness for conservation, research and more. 7PM, Great Lawn, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, atlantabg.org

9/25

MedShare Kaleidoscope Gala

MedShare is a humanitarian aid organization that focuses on improving the quality of life, community and planet. Dedicated to making a domestic and international impact, MedShare will highlight delivering essential primary care products and services where needed. The gala will have live entertainment and special guests. 7PM, medshare.org