Today marks the first day of fall which means it’s time for cooler temperatures, fall foliage and pumpkin spice EVERYTHING! It is also the first day of the North Georgia State Fair. Even though the days are about to get a little bit shorter, there are still some great activities to keep little ones occupied by enjoying all the free and cheap activities Atlanta has to offer this week, September 22-28.
THURSDAY
North Georgia State Fair
Sep 22 – Oct 2
Hours vary by day
Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta, Ga
$7 adults, Free for ages 10 and under, Ride tickets sold separately
The quintessential fall fair kicks off today and will feature rides, delicious treats, entertainment and more! September 25 is the Fish Family Fun Day where children ages 12 and under are admitted free! Click here for more info.
FRIDAY
Pajama Night En Français
September 23
6-10 p.m.
Alliance Française d’Atlanta, Colony Square, 1197 Peachtree St # 511, Atlanta, GA 30361
$ 30 for 1 kid; $45 for 2 kids
Enjoy date night in vibrant Midtown while your children enjoy a night of French immersion in a safe and fun environment. Parking is validated for 4 hours. For more info, click here or call 404-875-1211.
SATURDAY
Jim Henson Bash
September 24
11am-5pm
Center For Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
Included with cost of admission
The Center for Puppetry Arts is hosting a momentous occasion to celebrate Jim Henson’s 80th birthday. The special birthday bash will include a special guided tour of the Jim Henson Collection, story time, puppet building, and more! All activities will take place in and around the Jim Henson Collection in the newly expanded Worlds of Puppetry Museum. Click here for more info.
YEA (Young Emerging Artists) Event 2016
September 24
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Harmony Park in Oakhurst Village
FREE!
This unique arts festival features the art of local students in grades K-12. Shop at the juried outdoor artists market or enjoy live performances at a stage in Harmony Park at Oakhurst Village! For more info click here.
SUNDAY
Mazel Tov Atlanta-Bar & Bat Mitzvah EXPO
September 25
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Emory Conference Center, Atlanta
FREE!
The Mazel Tov Atlanta Expo will showcase all of the companies services you need to plan a fabulous bar/bat mitzvah. In lieu of an entry fee guests are encouraged to bring a kosher food item. All donated food will go directly to the JF&CS Kosher Food Pantry.
For more info click here or email MazelTovAtlanta@gmail.com.
MONDAY
Grandma Snazzy’s Storytime
September 26
10:00 AM
Crabapple Kroger, 12460 Crabapple Road, Crabapple
FREE!
Grandma Snazzy is a bit of a story telling legend in Atlanta. She’s spunky and fun and knows the names of all the children who visit the Crabapple Kroger for their weekly story time. Enjoy storytime, crafts, songs, and snacks. Before showing up, you should call to confirm that Grandma Snazzy will be there. Call 770-740-2050 for more information.
TUESDAY
On Your Mark, Get Set, Read! Story time at East Atlanta Library
September 27
10:30 a.m.
400 Flat Shoals Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
FREE!
Tuesday’s story litime is geared for toddlers ages 3 and under. Storytime is in the meeting room. Afterwards, visit the children’s section of the library, where you can cuddle on a cushioned window seat with your toddler and a big pile of board books or get creative with the crayons and free coloring sheets available. There’s plenty of parking in the library lot or on the street. For more info, call 404-730-5438.
WEDNESDAY
Open Studio at Little House of Art
September 28
10am-1pm
Little House of ART Pencil Factory (Downtown) 349 Decatur St Suite D, Atlanta 30312
$10
Bring your little ones to create memories to take home! Paint on unlimited custom easels & blackboards; create a DIY paper craft, dig in sensory bins, and bounce in Arty’s Bouncing Playhouse! Click here for more info.
