10 Happenings Around Atlanta This Labor Day Weekend
We officially enter the BER months this weekend! As we embrace a new month, a holiday weekend, and the shifting of the seasons, don’t miss a moment with our Top 7 Weekend Happenings Around Atlanta This Weekend: Thursday – Monday, August 29th – September 2nd.
Start the weekend early on Thursday and swing by Cocktails in Wonderland for an immersive experience lit after dark! Looking for some family fun? Summertime outdoor movies are still happening all throughout town.
The weekend heats up with an End of Summer Luau at the Roof on Ponce City Market, an Atlanta Wine Walk (who doesn’t love to mix and mingle for a great cause?!), and the annual return of Atlanta’s favorite Labor Day race: the Big Peach Sizzler.
Wind down the weekend fun on Sunday evening with Atlanta’s best local talent and sunset location at Park Tavern’s Sunset Summers.
Be sure to hop on over the the Atlanta BeltLine for a culmination of art and flavor for an oasis in the city – And as always, we have you covered with the city’s best Farmers Markets and a newly updated lineup of Inman Park’s best restaurants. Through all seasons, we will continue to have a spectacular lineup of fun each week – with events for couples, families, and running solo.
Our Top 10 Events This Weekend
Outdoor Movies
All Weekend Long!
It’s not too late to enjoy a Summertime Movie! Whether you are looking for an outdoor family flick, a date night on the town, or to keep the kiddos busy during the week – We have you covered with the schedules, locations, and highlights to fill your summer with some budget-friendly fun for all ages!
Cocktails in Wonderland
Thursday, August 29th
The beloved weekly event features live music and Atlanta Botanical Garden’s summer exhibition, Alice’s Wonderland Returns, spectacularly lit after dark. As Atlanta’s favorite outdoor escape, local musicians have an exclusive chance to reconnect with audiences in the Garden. Cool down each week while sipping a refreshing cocktail, taking in live tunes, and an after-hours look at the latest exhibits dramatically lit at night. The after-hours social is Atlanta’s most beautiful cocktail party in the city! Whether you’re looking for a serene evening stroll or an engaging party atmosphere, you’ll find something for everyone.
End of Summer Luau
Saturday, August 31st
Complete with Polynesian-inspired delicacies, refreshing cocktails, and limbo contests, PCM Roof’s End of Summer Luau will transport you to a tropical oasis without having to leave the city this Labor Day weekend! Luau Admission Tickets include unlimited access to The Roof, boardwalk games, mini golf, Heege Tower, a three-story slide, and rides. So grab your Hawaiian shirt and a grass skirt as you are transported to the beaches of Maui!
Atlanta Wine Walk
Saturday, August 31st
Fellow wine lovers are invited to sip and savor a variety of select wines and spritzes throughout an afternoon filled with local vendors, live music, and more! The Atlanta Wine Walk. benefits Bert’s Big Adventure, including an incredible lineup of vendors to shop from alongside live music from local musicians. With General Admission and VIP ticketing options available, you won’t want to miss it!
Sunset Summers at Park Tavern
Sunday, September 1st
The weekly concerts continue all summer long with alternative performances from Atlanta’s most buzz-worthy artists through October. Unwind with friends, soak up the sunset, and enjoy the best of Atlanta’s music scene alongside friends and fur pals! Located conveniently off of the Atlanta BeltLine, performances will be held under the spacious, air conditioned Garden Tent of Park Tavern. With Piedmont Park and the Midtown Skyline as its backdrop, it’s the perfect way to spend a summer evening in Atlanta. This week’s music by DJ Just James.
Big Peach Sizzler
Monday, September 2nd
With a runner and walker-friendly course, the Big Peach Sizzler 10K & 5K is the perfect way to kick off your Labor Day festivities. Atlanta’s End of Summer Celebration also includes a post-race Beer & Biscuits Party with music, food from Flying Biscuit Cafe, beer from StillFire Brewing, and more!
Join the Chastain Challenge!
Kicks Off Sunday, September 1st
Runs Through October 15th
Lace up your running shoes for a great cause, and join the Chastain Park Conservancy in their mission to keep the park clean, safe, and green! By signing up and participating, you have an opportunity to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones while rallying around the Chastain Park PATH. Register as a participant, make a one-time donation, or even get friends to sponsor you as you complete the Challenge. The event is sponsored by All Day Running Co., who will be hosting fun community gathering events throughout the Challenge!
Food and Street Art Tour on the BeltLine
Saturdays
Enjoy 6 delicious tastings across 4 popular Atlanta BeltLine restaurants and experience some surprise interactions with local street art! The immersive experience takes you along Atlanta BeltLine’s Eastside Trail, not only showcasing the city’s hub of diverse flavor, but why the BeltLine is called the South’s largest outdoor art gallery. Come out and see the ways the Atlanta BeltLine is completely transforming the city!
Taste Your Way Through Inman Park
What better way to experience Atlanta than to delve into its hub of flavor? With over 70 incredible bars and restaurants within walking distance, Inman Park is home to Atlanta’s best flavors and dining experiences. We’ve compiled a list to help you get the most out of your dining experience with our favorite stops along the way!
Explore Atlanta’s Best Farmers’ Markets!
NEWLY UPDATED FOR 2024
Grab those market bags and get ready to experience the city’s local flavors at their very best with our 2024 Guide to Atlanta’s Best Farmers Markets. Enjoy a leisurely Saturday morning sipping hot brewed coffee as you stroll through a rainbow of organic produce, listening to live music and exploring local art. Even the kids will enjoy the variety of family-friendly options, including activity centers, baby animals, picnics, and more! Shopping local has never been easier, and Atlanta turns a weekly stop for food into a remarkable experience for everyone.