FASHION FORWARD
EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED IN ATLANTA THIS FALL WITH A VIBRANT FASHION SCENE, TOP ATTRACTIONS, FALL FESTIVALS AND MUCH MORE.
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EDITOR’S PICKS
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
Sept. 12-15
Celebrating the theme “Big Top Bazaar,” the festival is back at historic Fourth Ward Park with a carnival-themed weekend filled with culinary and beverage experiences, demonstrations, tasting tents and more.
ELEVATE
Sept. 20-Oct. 13
Atlanta’s annual citywide arts event will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs with “50 Years of Culture” on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Atlanta Pride Festival
Oct. 12-13
The Atlanta Pride Festival will feature
ATLANTA WELCOMES
Aug. 29-Sept. 2
Dragon Con 2024
Sept. 8-11
2024 APWA Public Works Expo
Aug. 31
2024 Aflac Kickoff Game
Sept. 12-14
National Bleeding Disorders Foundation 2024 Conference
Sept. 15-18
2024 Georgia Governor’s Tourism Conference
Sept. 23-26 Tech Expo 2024
Oct. 8-10
NRPA 2024 Annual Conference
Oct. 17-19
The Global Produce & Floral Show 2024
marches, educational and social events, and a marketplace centered mostly in Piedmont Park, plus the opening event at Georgia Aquarium and the can’t-miss, signature parade down Peachtree Street.
ONE MusicFest
Oct. 26-27
The Southeast’s largest two-day urban progressive music festival celebrates diversity, love and acceptance, all at Piedmont Park.
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Oct. 20-23
2024 NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange and MBDA National MED Week
Oct. 30-Nov. 1
METALCON International 2024
Nov. 8-12
2024 AAMC Annual Meeting
Nov. 17-22 SC24
FASHION IN ATLANTA: TRANSFORMING STYLE
Atlanta has long been recognized for its contributions to music, film and the arts. The city also has been making waves in the fashion industry, establishing itself as a burgeoning hub of style and innovation.
BY DANIELA CINTRON
The rise of fashion in Atlanta is attributed to several key factors. Designers and brands in the city draw inspiration from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, resulting in a unique blend of styles that is distinctly Atlantan.
The music and entertainment industries, particularly hip-hop and R&B, play a crucial role in shaping the Atlanta fashion scene. Musical artists have become fashion trendsetters.
A new generation of designers is nurtured on the Atlanta campus of SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) where students from all over the world use the city as their muse.
The supportive environment for creatives in Atlanta is the magnet for designers and fashion entrepreneurs from all over the world to make the city their base and an incubator of world-changing ideas.
Atlanta offers an array of options to help you find your Atlanta-inspired style.
FASHION SHOWS
Fashion events happen year-round in the city, but here are three that you don’t want to miss:
RAGTRADE ATLANTA is a creative and event production agency for Atlanta’s fashion ecosystem, helping put together events such as Atlanta Fashion Week, which will take place Oct. 2–7 across the city. The five-day event showcases the latest fashion trends and innovations, and features art, music and culture.
Atlanta International Fashion Show also is a must-do for those looking for inspiration and the latest trends. Thousands, including celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Jermaine Dupri, Dallas Austin, Dwight Howard, Floyd Mayweather and stars of “America’s Next Top Model” have attended. Featuring more than 500 designers, the annual event takes place Sept. 2429 across the city.
The FACEs of Fashion is a 14-day celebration of fashion, art, culture
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Atlanta local Everett Johnson’s sophisticated street-wear brand, S3ktion8
Phipps Plaza
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and education, starting Sept. 29 with the FACEs Gala. This multi-tiered event around Atlanta features local designers and highlights influential fashion figures in Fulton County, which includes the city of Atlanta.
SHOPPING
Year-round, find a great place to shop for unique and stylish pieces that reflect the flavor of Atlanta across its neighborhoods.
Little Five Points
Often compared to New York’s
Greenwich Village and San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury due to its alternative, counterculture vibe, L5P is home to a diverse array of stores. The energetic neighborhood’s colorful murals and quirky storefronts create a lively and welcoming atmosphere where shopping is a fun adventure. Make a stop at Wish ATL, a boutique inspired by Atlanta’s culture with a curated selection of street wear, sneakers and contemporary fashion.
Buckhead
With a variety of locally owned boutiques and global brands, Buckhead is a must-stop for fashionistas. Make a
trip to Phipps Plaza to shop the latest in luxury brands including Dior, Christian Louboutin, Balenciaga, Valentino, Versace and many more. Just across the street, Lenox Square boasts Neiman Marcus and nearly 250 specialty stores including Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Prada.
Eastside
Ponce City Market is a stop, not only for great food, but also for fun shopping. The bustling destination features a variety of boutiques offering global brands and locally designed fashion.
Across the City
With pop-ups across the city, Atlanta Streetwear Market is a haven for streetwear enthusiasts, showcasing local brands and designers. It offers a unique shopping experience where you can find exclusive drops and limited-edition pieces. Visit atlantastreetwearmarket.com to see where to find them next.
Interested in vintage fashion and thrifting? Please visit DiscoverAtlanta.com and find our recommendations.
Gucci at Lenox Square
FALL PERFORMING ARTS SHOWCASE
“The Ghastly Dreadfuls”
Fall in Atlanta brings new shows to stages across the city.
BY CAROL CARTER
Atlanta Opera
The Atlanta Opera presents “La bohème” at Pullman Yards through Oct. 5 and “Rent” through Oct. 6. The two operas will be performed on the same set, with the action unfolding in and around the seated audience.
The season continues Nov. 2-10 with “Magic Flute” on stage at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.
Alliance Theatre
Alliance Theatre jump-starts the holiday season, opening its annual production of “A Christmas Carol” Nov. 9.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
“How to Train Your Dragon” will be shown Oct. 4 and 5, with the score performed live by Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO). The punk band
“Hairspray”
Violent Femmes performs its debut album alongside the ASO on Oct. 6. It’s the Atlanta Pops Orchestra with Gucci Mane on Oct 12.
Center for Puppetry Arts
The Mexican folktale “Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote” tells of a drought forcing Papa Rabbit to go north to find work. Little Pancho sets out on a journey to find his papa. He encounters a coyote who offers to help. Beware, Pancho. Through Oct. 20.
“The Ghastly Dreadfuls” returns from the dead Oct. 2-26 for their yearly transit among the living. This deadly ensemble takes audiences beyond this mortal plane with creepy stories, frightful songs and devilish dances.
Fox Theatre
Disney’s “The Lion King,” winner of six Tony Awards including Best Musical, returns to the Fox Theatre Oct. 2-20 with music by Tony Award-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice.
“Dracula: The Failings of Men”
Out Front Theatre
Out Front Theatre’s new season opens with the Tony Award-winning musical “Hairspray,” Oct. 24-Nov. 9. Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire – to dance on the “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy becomes a star and uses her power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen and win the affections of Link Larkin.
Rialto Center for the Arts
Cirque Kalabanté – Afrique en Cirque, inspired by daily life in Guinea, performs at the Rialto Center for the Arts Oct. 6. On Oct. 19, The Tower of Power brings R&B to the Rialto stage, followed by säje, performing its vocals on Oct. 26.
Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse
The greatest vampire hunt of all time, led by Dr. Ada Van Helsing and Dr. Jack Seward, takes the stage Oct. 5-Nov. 3 during “Dracula: The Failings of Men.” When a deserted ship crashes, strange things begin to happen.
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CAN’T MISS ANNUAL FESTIVALS AND EVENTS THIS FALL
Fall is arguably the best season to be outdoors in Atlanta. The air is crisp and autumn color is abundant. Visit these annual fall festivals and events and enjoy the season, local fare, the arts, music and more.
BY JOLEEN PETE
Dragon Con
Aug. 29-Sept. 2
It wouldn’t be fall without this annual pop-culture phenomenon. Dragon Con is where fantasy meets sci-fi, mixed with gaming, comics, film and more. Encounter a variety of costumed characters (or join them) while visiting this convention with a vast array of booths selling games, cards, toys, collectibles and more. Sign up for gaming sessions, enjoy costume contests and get autographs from your favorite authors, actors and artists. Don’t miss the Dragon Con parade for a magical cast of characters and creatures.
Hispanic Heritage Month
September is Hispanic Heritage
Month and Atlanta is full of festivals and activities to celebrate the month. From art exhibitions at the Michael C. Carlos Museum to a bevy of festivals and even a day of soccer, Atlanta offers a wide variety of ways to celebrate Hispanic heritage.
Yellow Daisy Festival
Sept. 5-8
Continuously rated one of the top arts and crafts festivals in the country, the Yellow Daisy Festival is in its 56th year. Visit Stone Mountain Park for this fourday event featuring more than 400 juried artists and artisans, demonstrations, live music, festival food and more. Shop Vintage Village for curated farmhouse chic and vintage finds.
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
Sept. 12-15
Perhaps the most delicious food festival each year, the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival showcases the best in the region, with more than 200 renowned chefs, sommeliers, mixologists and industry insiders. Savor the South’s culinary scene with the theme “Big Top Bazaar,” a carnival-themed experience with tasting tents, demonstrations and culinary experiences, all at historic Fourth Ward Park.
ELEVATE
Sept. 20-22, 27-29; Oct. 4-6, 10-13
ELEVATE celebrates 50 years of the Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs, which invigorates Atlanta through visual art,
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Yellow Daisy Festival
Dragon Con
performance and cultural affairs. Events will take place over the weekends with many free experiences available to the public.
InnovATL
Oct. 1-19
InnovATL will host a series of special events promoting the entrepreneurs, creators, tech pioneers and influencers pushing metro Atlanta forward. From gaming to women’s leadership, design, digital solutions, cinematography and more, there will be something for everyone at multiple locations including Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Tech and Woodruff Arts Center.
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Decatur Book Festival
Oct. 4-5
One of the largest independent book festivals in the country offers author signings and readings, poetry slams, writing workshops and much more. Saturday’s event will open with “Kidnote Speaker” Stacey Abrams discussing the third installment of her book series “Stacey Speaks Up” at First Baptist Church Decatur. Events will also happen around the Decatur Square, the Marriott Courtyard, DeKalb County Public Library and The Reading Room.
Westside Stride
Oct. 6
The Westside Stride will happen Sunday, Oct. 6, where Howell Mill Road on the Westside will be closed to cars between Trabert Avenue and 8th Street. Bike, walk or scooter while enjoying live music, food and fun for all ages from 12-6 p.m.
Atlanta Pride Festival
Oct. 12-13
Since 1970 Atlanta Pride has been celebrated at Piedmont Park. This year’s
event will coincide with National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11. In addition to the festival, the Atlanta Pride Committee will host three marches and the official Festival Parade during Pride Weekend.
Grand Tasting Midtown
Oct. 17
Consider yourself a foodie? Love to eat? Don’t miss Grand Tasting Midtown at Epicurean Hotel Atlanta where visitors will have access to unlimited food, craft beer, wine and craft cocktails from 25 of Midtown’s top restaurants. The evening will include demos by chefs and bartenders, DJ music and other interactive experiences.
ONE Musicfest
Oct. 26-27
ONE Musicfest is an experience for music lovers that is not to be missed. Featuring non-stop music, food trucks, an arts and craft Merch Village and an interactive Visual Artist Village, this festival unites music lovers of all ages. Acts in the past have included Janet Jackson, Kendrick Lamar, Lauryn Hill, Outkast, Erykah Badu, SZA and so many more.
For more events happening in Atlanta, visit discoveratlanta.com/events
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
DASHWOOD
On view through Sept. 29 On view through Jan. 1, 2025 Select nights, Nov. through Feb.
Armored Animals is designed and developed by Gaston Design. Sponsored locally in part by the Frances Wood Wilson Foundation.
THE BIG BOO: HALLOWEEN IN ATLANTA
Halloween in Atlanta brings sinister events to the city. There are adventures especially for families, but young ghosts and goblins should go into hiding when the big ghouls come out to haunt.
BY GRANT MERKEL
DANNY PRICE
“Dracula: The Failings of Men”
Boo at the Zoo
NETHERWORLD Haunted House
Sept. 20 – Nov. 9
Two new haunts, Wake the Dead and Mr. Grendel’s Birthday Party of Horrors, will terrorize only the bravest souls with pulse-pounding horror featuring Hollywood-quality special effects, cutting-edge theatrics, elaborate sets and nightmare-inducing monsters lurking in the shadows.
Boo at the Zoo
Oct 19-20, 26-27
Kids can come in costume and go trick or treating around Zoo Atlanta while experiencing new activities.
Scarecrows in the Garden
Oct. 6-31
Scarecrows in the Garden finds decorated scarecrows lining the garden paths at Atlanta Botanical Garden, all decked out with autumnal scenes.
Pumpkin Festival
Sept 14-Nov 3
During the day, enjoy park attractions and special fall entertainment at Stone Mountain Park. At night, experience a Glow-a-Long Party Parade, the World’s Largest Pumpkin Drone & Light Show and other fun activities.
Six Flags Fright Fest
Select nights, Sept. 14 – Nov. 3
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Fright Fest at Six Flags Over Georgia, one of Atlanta’s most popular Halloween events.
Capturing the Spirit of Oakland
Oct. 17- 27
Take a Halloween tour around Oakland Cemetery to learn its history and hear stories from its “residents.”
Little 5 Points Halloween Parade
October 19-20
The popular Halloween festival in Little Five Points returns with its wacky parade set for Oct. 20.
Fright Night
Oct. 25
Fernbank Museum of Natural History plans an evening of Halloween thrills. Exclusively for souls age 21+, Fright Night includes drinks, dancing and more. Costumes are encouraged.
Dino Trick-or-Treat
Oct. 26
Fernbank Museum of Natural History invites kiddos to the annual Dino Trick-or-Treat affair. Costumes are encouraged. Expect seasonal decorations and treats.
“Dracula: The Failings of Men”
Oct. 5-Nov. 3
The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse presents “Dracula: The Failings of Men” in an action-horror re-imagining of Bram Stoker’s classic work.
Family Concert Spooktacular and “Ghostbusters”
Oct. 27, Nov. 1-2
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is getting into the Halloween spirit with a family concert spooktacular on Oct. 27. A few days later, the classic film “Ghostbusters” will be played, along with live accompaniment by Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.
Buried Alive Atlanta Film Festival
Nov. 7-10
Plaza Theatre
The Buried Alive Atlanta Film Festival is back, featuring spooky films and short films created for the “sinema” contest by people who aren’t professional filmmakers.
Haunted Seas
October
Explore haunted passages at Georgia Aquarium, decorated with ghoulish decor. The dolphin and sea lion presentations will include hair-raising encounters and trick or treating will be available on weekends.
SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA
Six Flags Fright Fest
ATLANTA ATTRACTIONS TO VISIT THIS FALL
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ATTRACTIONS
Autumn is the perfect time to “fall” in love with Atlanta. Visitors can enjoy some of Atlanta’s top attractions without the crowds or blazing heat. Check out some exciting exhibits and events at Atlanta attractions this fall.
BY MARIA SMITH
The Breman
The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum is devoted to telling the resilient story of Jewish history, culture and the arts. In addition to the permanent exhibits, The Breman hosts cultural and artistic events such as the current exhibition, “Visions of Society: The Photographic Insight of Ruth-Marion Baruch.”
Museum of Design Atlanta
Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA), open Wednesday through Sunday, is the only museum in the Southeast dedicated exclusively to design. Visit this fall for its newest exhibit, “CHARACTERS: TYPE & PROGRESS,” featuring work from multidisciplinary designer Tré Seals. The exhibition explores typography as a tool of oppression and liberation and is a reminder of the importance of diverse everyday perspectives.
Oakland Cemetery
A cemetery is a tourist attraction? In Atlanta, yes. Historic Oakland Cemetery is Atlanta’s oldest public park and the resting place of many of the city’s most noted citizens. Look for popular events this fall, such as Tunes from the Tombs at Sunday in the Park on Sept. 29, a community festival celebrating music, history and food.
Atlanta History Center
Visit the 33-acre Atlanta History Center in Buckhead this fall to enjoy historic houses, gardens and awardwinning exhibits, author talks, family days and special events. The current exhibit (through September 2025) “More Than Brave,” celebrates the life and legacy of Hall of Fame baseball player Hank Aaron. On Sept. 18, experience a night of fun at the Party with the Past Block Party on Broad Street, one of the oldest streets in Atlanta. The center will host a parade at the newly reopened Midtown campus at Margaret Mitchell House where veterans and families can watch the parade, play lawn games and sample refreshments.
Atlanta History Center’s Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony returns on Nov. 11 in Veterans Park on the Center’s Buckhead campus.
Georgia Aquarium
Come to Georgia Aquarium to see magnificent animals at the largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere. The new Explorers Cove will include two touch pools where visitors can interact with guitarfish, sturgeon, sharks and rays. Enjoy special events like the 15th anniversary of Dragon Con Night at Georgia Aquarium on Aug. 31. Channel your inner sci-fi-loving cosplay at this official Dragon Con event, which includes after-hours views of the aquarium galleries and exclusive presentations. On Oct. 11, kick off Pride festivities at the aquarium for one of the most-anticipated LGBTQ+ parties in Atlanta. For a more chill experience, check out the Wellness by the WaterSound Bath on Sept. 17 for a 60-minute calming and refreshing experience.
Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame
Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame is one of the best places to visit in the fall. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the hall’s opening in downtown Atlanta. Join in the seasonlong celebration that includes Tailgate Saturdays, an epic way to watch the best of college football, a fan fest and exciting new experiences. Embrace all things college football and fandom at this popular destination.
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Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA)
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Visitors to Fernbank Museum of Natural History can enjoy indoor and outdoor hands-on learning. At this museum, guests explore dinosaurs, prehistoric cultures and scientific discoveries. Special events and exhibits coming up are: “Forest Forms” outdoor exhibit (through Sept. 29); “Golden Opportunity: Botanical Illustration” (Aug. 31– Jan. 1, 2025); and “Armored Animals” (Oct. 5–Jan. 5, 2025).
Michael C. Carlos Museum
Visit Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University to experience global art, history and culture. Linger in the intriguing permanent exhibits, take a break at the second location of Golden Drops Café, opening in August, and enjoy exhibitions on view this fall: “Docta” (through Dec. 22); “Nicholas Galanin” (through April 5); “Picture Worlds Greek, Maya, and Moche Pottery” (Sept. 14Dec. 15); and “La Vaughn Belle or Come Ruin or Rapture” (Sept. 19-Dec. 8).
Center for Puppetry Arts
Center for Puppetry Arts is one of Atlanta’s most unique experiences. This magical place entertains and educates the whole family. Fall programming includes: Down in Fraggle Rock museum exhibition (through Nov. 3); “Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote” (Sept. 18-Oct. 20); “The Ghastly Dreadfuls” (Oct. 2-26); “The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Silly Hollow” (Oct. 23-27) and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” (Nov. 14-Dec. 29).
High Museum of Art
High Museum of Art welcomes several compelling exhibits: “Tyler Mitchell: Idyllic Space” (through Dec. 1); “Patterns in Abstraction: Black Quilts from the High’s Collection” (through Jan. 5, 2025); “Kelli Connell: Pictures for Charis” (Sept. 20-Jan. 5, 2025); “Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys” (Sept. 13-Jan. 19, 2025); and “Georgia O’Keeffe: ‘My New Yorks’” (Oct. 25- Feb. 16, 2025).
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum sits on 35 acres in downtown Atlanta. Visitors can learn more about the 39th president, his family and his accomplishments through hands-on exhibits and educational events. On Sept. 28, 2024, guests can celebrate President Jimmy Carter’s 100th year with an all-day film festival that includes free museum and event admission.
Museum of Illusions
The new Museum of Illusions in Midtown’s Atlantic Station teaches visitors that nothing is what it seems. Stop by this attraction to be immersed in visual, sensory and educational experiences in illusion rooms and mindbending installations.
SCAD FASH | Museum of Fashion + Film
SCAD FASH highlights the future of fashion design and offers exhibitions, films and educational events. Exhibitions on view include “Imane Ayissi: From Africa to the World,” (Sept. 13-Feb. 23,
2025) highlighting garments with couture pieces that feature raffia, Obom bark cloth, Faso Dan Fani stripes and Kente cloth. SCAD AnimationFest happens Sept. 26-28, showcasing groundbreaking work and animated content across film, television, game design, social media and more. The exhibition “Sandy Powell” (Oct. 11-March 16, 2025) will highlight Powell’s legacy and will feature costumes from films such as “Shakespeare in Love,” “Wolf of Wall Street” and “How to Talk to Girls at Parties.”
Children’s Museum of Atlanta
For families with children younger than 8, Children’s Museum of Atlanta is a fantastic place for hands-on exploration and discovery. Its newest exhibit “Wallace & Gromit: Get Cracking!” (Sept. 21-Jan. 12, 2025), allows guests to enter the English home of cheese-loving inventor Wallace and his loyal dog, Gromit. This brand-new exhibit builds STEM-based problem-solving skills in fun and engaging ways while sparking imagination and creativity.
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EXPLORANDO CULTURAS
DEL MUNDO EN ATLANTA
La cultura de Atlanta esta formada por la influencia de inmigrantes de todas partes del mundo en la ciudad. Aquí no necesitas un pasaporte para dar un recorrido al mundo. Esta guía es un punto de partida para explorar la amplia diversidad cultural que ofrece la ciudad.
POR LUZ CASTILLO
Michael C. Carlos Museum
Con la colección de arte antiguo más grande del sureste con objetos de todo el mundo, Michael C. Carlos Museum resalta la diversidad cultural e incluye una diversa colección de exhibiciones que rotan por temporada.
Atlanta Chinatown Mall
Establecido hace más de 35 años, el Atlanta Chinatown Mall es un centro de congregación para los inmigrantes de muchos países asiáticos con una selección de tiendas y un centro de comida. En la entrada principal encontrarás un diseño inspirado por el estilo de los palacios de las dinastías Qin o Han, adornado con monumentos de dos leones en cada lado.
Festivales de la cultura Alemana
En Atlanta, hay varias organizaciones
dedicadas a promover fiestas y tradiciones Alemanas. En octubre, puedes disfrutar de Oktoberfest, el festival que se lleva a cabo todo un fin de semana en Old Forth Ward. Entre mucha cerveza y comida alemana, también hay amplio entretenimiento para toda la familia.
Buford Highway
Buford Highway cruza aproximadamente 30 millas de distancia. Desde los años 70, el área ha atraído inmigrantes de todas partes del mundo, convirtiendose en hogar de una de las poblaciones de extranjeros más concentradas en el país. En este espectacular destino multicultural, encontrarás cerca de mil establecimientos, negocios y restaurantes operados por inmigrantes representando nacionalidades de todo el mundo.
Plaza Fiesta
Desde el momento en que su colorida fachada te da la bienvenida, en Plaza Fiesta te sentirás transportado a Latinoamerica. Con una selección de vendedores independientes especializados en todo lo imaginable, aqui encontraras desde artesanías, joyería y botas vaqueras hasta vestidos de quinceañera, comida y mucho más.
Arte de la dispersión Africana
En West End hay una multitud de oportunidades para aprender más sobre la cultura africana y afroamericana y como ha sido parte del desarrollo de la ciudad. Spelman College Museum of Fine Art es el único museo del país que se especializa en arte creado por mujeres de la dispersión africana y dedicado a sí mismas. Su colección permanente presenta figuras importantes como la sudafricana Nandipha Mntambo y la cubana María Magdalena CamposPons. Muy cerca, el Hammonds House Museum también exhibe arte de la dispersión africana. Su colección de 250 piezas representa el trabajo de artistas afroamericanos desde finales del siglo XIX hasta la actualidad.
Encuentra mas opciones para seguir tu recorrido cultural en DiscoverAtlanta.com/es.
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“ATLANTA CON SABOR LATINO”
Desde la comida hasta el arte y la música que nos mueve, Atlanta es mejor con un poco de sabor latino.
POR DANIELA CINTRON
Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau se ha unido a Telemundo Atlanta para producir “Atlanta con Sabor Latino”, una serie de estilo de vida creativa y bilingüe que muestra la cultura y la cocina latina a través de historias entrelazadas de latinos que consideran Atlanta su hogar. La vibrante población hispana representa el 13% de la población de Atlanta, y este documental de seis partes celebra sus historias, su evolución y el impacto que tienen en la cultura de Atlanta.
Tras una exitosa primera temporada que logró un premio Emmy en el capítulo del sudeste, el equipo de producción se dirigió a las calles de Atlanta por segundo año para darle vida a la segunda temporada.
“Atlanta Con Sabor Latino” presenta a algunos de los latinos más emblemáticos que están dejando huella en la ciudad aportando sus colores y su cultura a lo que hacen. Desde chefs a artistas, bailarines y líderes empresariales, cada uno compartió sus inspiradoras historias y explicó cómo Atlanta ha desempeñado un papel en sus trayectorias.
Entre los entrevistados de la primera temporada figuran el artista y activista Yehimi Cambrón; el chef Santiago Gómez; el director general del Hotel Omni Atlanta, Ramón Reyes; el bailarín del Atlanta Ballet, Miguel Montoya; el primer violinista de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Atlanta, Juan R. Ramírez-Hernández; y muchos más.
El documental muestra los vibrantes barrios de Atlanta y lugares emblemáticos como Ponce City Market, Atlanta Beltline, Grant Park, Centennial Olympic Park y el High Museum of Art, entre muchos otros.
Los episodios semanales de la segunda temporada se estrenan en el otoño del 2024, emitiendo en más de 25 mercados afiliados a Telemundo en estados como
Georgia, Alabama, Texas, Tennessee, Nevada, Ohio, Hawai y Colorado. La serie también estará disponible en todo el mundo a través de la plataforma Zeam y en YouTube.
Para más detalles, visite DiscoverAtlanta.com/Atlanta-con-saborlatino. Sintonice y celebre el impacto de los sabores latinos en Atlanta.
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LGBTQ+ GUIDE TO ATLANTA
Welcome to the Gay Capital of the South. Atlanta is a global partner for the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA), an organization of cities committed to inclusiveness. When you visit Atlanta, the city that is “too busy to hate,” you’ll find endless activities and places to explore.
BY TAYLOR BOSER
Looking for the perfect photo opportunity? Head to the Rainbow Crosswalk at the intersection of 10th Street and Piedmont Avenue in Midtown. The idea behind the Rainbow Crosswalk was started by Robert Sepúlveda Jr. in 2014. The crosswalk was temporarily painted in 2015 ahead of Atlanta Pride then became a permanent attraction in 2017. The Atlanta Pride Parade route passes over the crosswalk. Around the area, you’ll find popular gay bars like Bulldogs, the oldest gay bar in Atlanta, X Midtown and Blake’s on the Park. If you’re in the mood to bar hop, head to the Ansley Square Shopping Center on Piedmont Avenue. You’ll find a variety of gay bars with dancing, karaoke, themed-nights and good food. Check out Felix’s Atlanta, Oscar’s Bar, Atlanta Eagle and Mixx Atlanta.
Out On Film is an 11-day celebration of LGBTQ+ narrative features, documentaries, short films and premieres. Out On Film became an Oscar-qualifying film festival in 2020 and is one of only two LGTBQ+ film
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festivals in the U.S. and one of only six LGTBQ+ film festivals in the world to receive that recognition. The 37th annual festival is happening Sept. 26 through Oct. 6.
The AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival and 5K Run supports HIV and AIDS service organizations. This year’s event occurs Sept. 28 at The Meadow in Piedmont Park. The music festival includes performances, games, food trucks and good vibes.
The Atlanta Pride Festival is set for Oct. 12-13 with the theme, “United With Pride.” The festival weekend includes performances, events and the iconic parade stepping off at noon on Oct. 13. There are three additional parades including the Bi and Pan, Dyke and Trans marches. The festival is one of the oldest and biggest celebrations in the nation, drawing hundreds of thousands of people to the city for a weekend full of fun and love.
There are drag shows, brunches and bingo all around Atlanta. LIPS Atlanta is the ultimate in drag dining with shows five nights a week. Also see performances at MSR My Sisters Room, Oscar’s Bar or City Winery. Future Atlanta in Underground Atlanta offers drag with a cabaret show. Other options are Shameless Sundays, Late Night Tuesdays, the Disco Dollz on Fridays and Fantasy Girls on Saturdays.
Sports fans can’t go wrong with Woofs Atlanta. It’s a full-service sports bar serving the LGBTQ+ community. Along with the good food and beer, Woofs has poker night, music bingo and drink deals.
Charis Books and More in Decatur is the South’s oldest independent feminist bookstore with books on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer fiction and non-fiction. Hop on MARTA, Atlanta’s public transit, to the Decatur Station. The bookstore is just a few steps away.
Atlanta has bars and restaurants that support the LGTBQ+ community yearround. Welcome to our city.
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Top: Atlanta Pride Festival in Piedmont Park; middle: Woofs Sports Bar; bottom: Rainbow Crosswalk at 10th Street and Piedmont Avenue in Midtown.
DISCOVER ATLANTA’S INTERNATIONAL DINING SCENE
MICHELIN restaurants might bring to mind white tablecloths and plated entrees, perfect for anniversaries or a birthday celebration. While many of Atlanta’s MICHELIN restaurants can certainly serve as special occasion restaurants, there are many that celebrate the diversity of Atlanta’s international cuisine, in all price points. In addition to upscale international fare, casual eateries and even street food make appearances on Atlanta’s MICHELIN lists.
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In Atlanta, we have Southern food, as one might suspect, but our soul is no longer found in traditional American comfort food. Our roots run deep into what some would consider the New South: a spicy mix of cultures and tastes. We still savor our collard greens and nowadays we might add a bit of Asian hot sauce and spices to flavor our greens. Our cornmeal-battered fish might well be touched with the smoky taste of chipotle. While we still love our tall glasses of Southern sweet tea, you’re just as apt to see us with a boba tea in hand or a refreshing Thai iced tea.
MICHELIN Guide recognized this melding of flavors when it awarded MICHELIN stars to some of our restaurants, as well as listing many international restaurants on the Bib Gourmand and MICHELIN Recommended lists. The MICHELIN inspectors found 25 types of cuisine during their 2023 review for the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Atlanta that include Japanese, Middle Eastern, European, Indian, Vietnamese, Malaysian, Filipino and Venezuelan offerings, among many more. Dive in and discover flavors that are uniquely Atlanta.
Combining Cultures
Heirloom Market BBQ blends Southern barbecue with Korean marinades and spices, creating a uniquely distinct package in this small, pickup-only destination in a northern suburb of Atlanta. Chef Cody Taylor and chef Jinyeon Lee tend smoked meats paired with Korean pickles and smoked wings that are tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce and served with kimchi mayo. From the spicy Korean pork to tender brisket, homemade banana pudding, sweet and spicy tofu and both traditional Southern and kimchi slaw, it’s possible to create a diverse plate of flavors at this MICHELIN Bib Gourmand spot.
Local Harvests Fuel International Fare
Atlanta’s proximity to Georgia’s many farms and purveyors makes it easy for local ingredients to permeate a menu. The pop-up-turned-restaurant Talat Market is found in the Summerhill neighborhood, very close to Downtown.
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Nam Phuong Vietnamese
The MICHELIN Recommended spot offers co-owners Rod Lassiter and Parnass Savang the opportunity to serve stunning plates full of local Georgia ingredients prepared with Thai techniques. Georgia peaches are juiced for the restaurant’s hamachi crudo, and fresh Georgia trout might show up on the menu, cooked with Thai spices.
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Arepa Mia is situated in Avondale Estates and plates up crispy arepas stuffed with grass-fed beef, shredded chicken with caramelized peppers and roasted pork. Fresh vegetables picked from local Georgia gardens accent these Venezuelan delicacies as well as the cachapas, fresh corn pancakes topped with vegetables and meats then folded in half.
Omakase Dining
Take your dining to another level with several omakase experiences in Atlanta. These Japanese-style, multi-course feasts allow guests to unearth unique flavors. The MICHELIN-starred MUJŌ offers a modern, edomae-style sushiya. This restaurant started as a pop-up. Executive chef J. Trent Harris now serves an omakase-only tasting experience at MUJŌ, complete with small plates that are followed by nigiri flown in from Japan. At Hayakawa in West Midtown, also MICHELIN-starred, chef Atsushi Hayakawa sources his fish from Tokyo’s toyosu market to create a unique Japanese sushiya experience rarely found outside of Japan.
MICHELIN Recommended Tomo Japanese Restaurant in Buckhead offers an omakase experience focusing on plated courses and sushi with a personalized experience. The varied Chef’s Menu features a la carte dishes ranging from crispy okra tempura to shrimp dumplings, toro tartare, fresh nigiri and sushi.
Tastes of Europe
European flavors emanate from several destinations in the city. MICHELIN Recommended Lyla Lila artfully presents dishes from Southern Europe with a
focus on Italian winemakers and wines from other Southern European regions. The restaurant’s local, seasonal fare is evident in executive chef Craig Richards’ pasta creations, which you can also make during his scheduled pastamaking classes.
Antico Pizza Napoletana has garnered more than 50 accolades and awards including the coveted MICHELIN Bib Gourmand award. Owner Giovanni Di Palma opened Antico Pizza along with his 8-year-old son in 2009 near Georgia Tech. Di Palma’s family Napoletana pizza recipe is prepared with 00 flour and imported San Marzano tomatoes before the pizzas are flash-baked in 1,000-degree ovens created from Santa Maria brick and volcanic rock from Mount Vesuvius.
In Buckhead, MICHELIN Recommended Storico Fresco Alimentari offers lasagnas and pastas shaped into light-as-air pappardelle and tagliatelle, grilled branzino and tiramisu.
MICHELIN Recommended Tiny Lou’s breathes French inspiration into its cuisine. The mod spot with supper club vibes is found in the lower level of the equally hip Clermont Hotel, coincidently garnering a One MICHELIN Key this year.
Neighborhood Finds
Atlanta’s diverse communities make perfect places to start a restaurant. Owners Hope Webb and Walter Cortado of Estrellita chose the in-town Grant Park neighborhood for their cozy Filipino restaurant because of its diversity. The MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant introduces bright flavors in its crispy lumpia and Filipino fried chicken brined in a citrus marinade.
MICHELIN Recommended Chai Pani serves fun, affordable Indian street food in the diverse city of Decatur as chef Meherwan Irani dishes out chaat (street snacks), thalis, Indian sandwiches and self-proclaimed “mindblasting” desserts. In the Inman Park neighborhood, MICHELIN Recommended Delbar offers Middle Eastern delicacies from Iranian born chef Fares Kargar. He strives to transport guests to the countryside of Iran with recipes from his homeland that range from char-grilled wings to tangy dill labneh and lamb Baghali Tahchin topped with a crispy mound of basmati rice.
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Buford Highway: Not Just a Street Atlanta’s international corridor of Buford Highway is much more than a stretch of road. It’s an international gathering of immigrant-owned eateries and restaurants ranging from Korean barbecue to a 24-hour taco joint, noodle houses, dim sum palaces and Plaza Fiesta. Many MICHELIN Recommended restaurants are found on this corridor. Han Il Kwan serves traditional Korean recipes such as savory barbecue, comforting stews, spicy soups and fresh grilled fish. Food Terminal (with other locations around the city) reflects the cuisine of Malaysia with a gigantic menu of choices, quite heavy in Asian-style street food. Kamayan ATL started as a pop-up before graduating to its brick and mortar location serving authentic Filipino comfort food. LanZhou Ramen satisfies customers with hand-pulled noodles and soup dumplings while Nam Phuong Vietnamese serves award winning dishes with a repertoire that includes crunchy rolls and the must-have glazed chicken wings in fish sauce.
Introducing New Cultures
MICHELIN Recommended Snackboxe Bistro in Duluth introduced Laotian food to the Atlanta community with heaps of fried wings tossed in jeow bong sauce, steaming khao poon (vermicelli curry soup) and pork belly laap. Chef and owner Thip Athakhanh slightly blends her menu with Vietnamese and Thai food for even more variety in this bright spot in the northern suburbs.
MICHELIN Recommended Xi’an Gourmet House (Midtown) offers counter service as eager customers find glorious handpulled biang biang noodles, steaming shrimp, lamb or pork dumplings and fresh salads, all from the Xi’an region of China. Our city’s international flavors certainly don’t end at our MICHELIN recognized restaurants - that’s just the start of our food odyssey. Use this guide as a springboard to discover all the flavors of Atlanta. The city’s creative conglomeration of dishes comes together to serve something amazing to everyone.
KEY TO MICHELIN DESIGNATIONS
Starred: Awarded to restaurants offering outstanding cooking. Bib Gourmand: Recognizes friendly establishments that serve good food at moderate prices. Recommended: Recognized by the MICHELIN Guide for serving food at a high level.
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WHERE TO WATCH SPORTS
Even if you don’t have a ticket to the game, it’s easy to cheer on your favorite team.
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Bold Monk Brewing Co.
Bold Monk offers a taste of Europe with a beer garden offering Belgian brews.
Der Biergarten
Located Downtown, this destination offers a spacious outdoor patio.
Gibney’s Pub
Gibney’s features lively entertainment, pool tables and video games.
Live! at the Battery Atlanta
Live! at the Battery Atlanta includes Sports & Social, a two-level sports bar, gaming parlor and social lounge right next to Truist Park.
Margaritaville Atlanta
This Downtown watering hole allows
guests to escape at one of the laid-back bars such as the License to Chill Bar, the Tiki Bar or 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar.
Max Lager’s Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery
Atlanta’s oldest operating independent brewery restaurant is located Downtown.
Monday Night Brewing
Head to Monday Night Brewing in West Midtown or the Garage at the Lee + White development on the Westside Atlanta Beltline.
Nest on Four
This upscale gastropub at Signia Atlanta allows sports fans to enjoy reimagined stadium, ballpark fare and Georgiaproduced beers and spirits.
New Realm Brewing Company
Watch Atlanta United matches and more at this hop-filled brewing destination in the Old Fourth Ward.
Park Bar
Park Bar has become a favorite destination before and after Downtown happenings.
STATS Brewpub
Score a seat on the rooftop patio at downtown Atlanta’s ultimate sports bar.
Taco Mac
With several locations including Metropolis and Virginia Highland, this Georgia-grown watering hole is known for its wings and extensive beer menu.
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PARADISE Escape to
The weather, along with handcrafted cocktails, flavorful dishes & unmatched hospitality, is here, and we wish you were too. From escaping your travel to celebrating, you made it to the middle of the week, so come to where it’s always 5 o’Clock. Join us and indulge in our new menu items like the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes or Cajun Seafood Pasta. Or kick back with a Perfect Margarita and a Cheeseburger in Paradise. The options are endless, but the only decision you will need to make is what to order.
SHOPS YOU’LL FIND ONLY IN ATLANTA
Atlanta has plenty of places to shop that are off-the-beaten path, but you just need to know where to go. That perfect gift or souvenir might be waiting for you at a nighttime market, within a neighborhood boutique or inside a co-op that celebrates the city’s diverse culture. Here are only a few of Atlanta’s out-of-the-ordinary shopping stops for memorable items, apparel and even plants.
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Pullman Yards Chefs Market
Atlanta’s largest weekly food festival is a market-meets-bazaar with more than 30 local and regional food, beverage and artisan vendors. Happening each weekend at Pullman Yards, the market also features live music and interactive entertainment, elevating this market a little higher on the festive spectrum. Come Fridays from 6-11 p.m. and Saturdays from 4-10 p.m., and stay tuned for special events like the AAPI Night Market (every fourth Friday) and the Mercado de la Noche (every third Friday). While you’re there, take advantage of the 17,000-square-foot beverage hall called AlcoHall and restaurants Zarate Kitchen –a Filipino pop-up – and Fishmonger II, a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand pick.
The Village Retail
Shop local at The Village Retail, showcasing high quality products from numerous Black entrepreneurs from around the city. Founded by Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon, the community-driven shop offers a curated retail experience where makers and businesses have a home to sell their goods and merchandise. Shop clothing, home goods, accessories and much more at The Village Retail’s Ponce City Market store. You’ll find around 25 Black-owned brands offering amazing products and souvenirs. Come for the Maker’s Market on Sept. 28; the Black Friday / Anniversary Sale on Nov. 29; and several Holiday Markets happening Nov. 23, Nov. 30, Dec. 14 and Dec. 21.
Leafy New Finds
Find exotic cacti and tropical potted plants, handmade soil blends, gardening tools and house plants at The Victorian Atlanta in Ponce City Market. Founders Libby Hockenberry and Cary Smith offer green thumb consultations and at-home “greenterior” consultations, as well as workshops and more at this creative plant shop.
The Kai Garden is a creative pop-up nursery offering rare and unusual plants including perennials, annuals, exotic
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and evergreen varieties. Owner and creative artist Eric Mac curates these events and offers one of the best rare plant pop-up opportunities in the city at his East Lake home.
Adelina Social Goods
This inspirational spot in The Works Upper Westside is a curated store full of things that owner Sarah Noble and her husband Ted love. Pick up one of their signature Cocktail Kits that come in many flavor combinations to suit different tastes. Each kit is themed around a seasonal cocktail mixer with bitters, garnishes and other ingredients added to make a variety of cocktails. Recipe cards, cocktail napkins and other bar tools complete the package. A variety of entertaining accessories are available, from glassware and serve ware to boards and trays, and the store also carries food items, scented candles, body products and other home goods. A selection of curated stationery and greeting cards brings correspondence back in style. The store celebrates its fourth anniversary during Labor Day Weekend, so stop in for cocktail samples and some fun promotions.
Citizen Supply
Also found at Ponce City Market, this artisan marketplace inspires the maker in all of us with local vendors and small businesses offering one-of-a-kind wares. Citizen Supply started nine years ago to bridge the gap between the local community and small businesses. Find
brands offering graphic apparel, unique hats, luxury street wear and even original paintings. The all-inclusive apparel line Emacity Threads is inspired by pop culture, and Everythang Dope is a vintage shop inspired by ‘80s and ‘90s brands. If you’re feeling crafty, pick up a modern cross stitch kit by Spot Colors and settle in at the co-working space where visitors can complete projects together. Special events, workshops and art classes are always happening at this spot that’s always buzzing.
City Issue
City Issue specializes in mid-century modern furnishings, lighting and home decor items. Looking for pieces from the 1950s through the 1970s? This is your stop. Most items have been sourced from the original East Coast owners. Based in Candler Park, City Issue can work with locals and visitors, and ships across the country. Every Thursday, the owners at City Issue update their groovy gear and inventory, making sure that the store is fresh with new pieces. From light fixtures emanating 1960s vibes with mushroom domes to genie bottle-style lamps and a pair of walnut lounge chairs, City Issue will help furnish your space with pieces that are truly out of sight.
Young Blood Boutique
It’s easy to get lost in the moment when browsing the shelves in this boutique situated in its new home in Candler Park. The Atlanta-based independent design store celebrates artisans and creators
who make really cool products. Artisanmade jewelry and accessories will create an instant new look for the fall. Products are hand-picked and include personal fragrances, fine jewelry, decor and food items such as finishing salt from Loria Stern or oven-baked cheese rusks. The lavender and frankincense hand wash by NA NIN will soothe tired hands while Tinned Candle offers fragrances in smoked rosewater, handmade in Atlanta and crafted with premium soy wax.
THE OUTLET SHOPPES AT ATLANTA
Complete your fall shopping at the Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, located just one hour north of the city. From Adidas to Zumiez, you’ll find everything you need to complete a new fall look.
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Citizen Supply at Ponce City Market
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FALL SPORTS IN THE ATL
Check out our Atlanta sports scene. From basketball to football, baseball and more, we have your ticket to the hottest games in town.
BY DEMETRIUS BELL
Atlanta Falcons
Football season is finally here and the Falcons are looking at new starting quarterback Kirk Cousins to lead them back to the playoffs. The first football Sunday of the season at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be Sept. 8, which is when the Falcons start the season against the Pittsburgh Steelers. On Sept. 22, Atlanta will host Patrick Mahomes and the defending Super Bowl champions Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. The rivals from New Orleans will be visiting the week after and then the Falcons host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football, Oct. 3. The Seattle Seahawks will be
the next visitors Oct. 20, and the Dallas Cowboys will roll into town Nov. 3. Even if you can’t make it to the stadium for the action, there’s always one of the many bars in the metro area that are part of the Bud Light Falcons Bar Network that will be having watch parties on game day.
Atlanta Hawks
The new-look Hawks with Trae Young and 2024 NBA Draft first overall pick, Zaccharie Risacher, are back at it for another season that tips off at State Farm Arena this fall. Once again, the
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Hawks will not just have the march to the playoffs to deal with – the path to the post season now includes the in-season NBA Cup, which the Hawks will be using as an opportunity to lift a trophy while also putting a nice chunk of change in the players’ pockets. With State Farm Arena being one of the top venues for basketball in the NBA, Hawks games will once again be a thrill-a-minute for basketball fans in Atlanta.
Atlanta Braves
Truist Park at The Battery will host 16 home games in the season’s final month of September, including a big four-game series Friday, Sept. 13 through Monday, Sept. 16 when Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers will be visiting. Additionally, there will be a Sean Murphy bobblehead giveaway Sept. 3 against the Rockies, a Ludacris bobblehead giveaway the next night and then the Braves are offering a Hogwarts-themed Braves jersey as part of a Harry Potter ticket package on Sept. 5. There will be a City Connect jersey
giveaway for the first 15,000 fans through the gate on Sept. 24 against the Mets, and the Braves will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the annual Los Bravos night on the following night. The final home game of the regular season takes place Sept. 29 against the Royals.
Atlanta United FC
Even after a summer full of soccer in Atlanta, the MLS regular season continues into the fall for Atlanta United FC. There are a handful of home matches left for Atlanta United FC before the playoffs start, and the biggest match left on the home calendar is when international superstar Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF come to play on Sept. 18. This will take place four days after Latin Heritage Night Sept. 14 against Nashville SC. The next home game for Atlanta United FC won’t take place until Oct. 2 against CF Montréal. The regular season ends on Decision Day Oct. 5 as Atlanta United FC hosts the New York Red Bulls with a special ticket package for Boy Scouts. Just like the Falcons, if you can’t get to the stadium for a game, then take advantage of the Atlanta United Pub Partner program where you can visit one of the many bars across town that host watch parties for any given match.
Atlanta Dream
Rhyne Howard and the Atlanta Dream are winding down their regular season and have four home games left in September before the curtain comes down on their WNBA season. Two of those home games are of the special Friday night variety, as the Dream face the Dallas Wings Sept. 6 and the Washington Mystics Sept. 13. Meanwhile, the Dream will celebrate and honor Black college Greek culture Sept. 10 with Divine Nine Night at the Gateway Center Arena. The home finale for the Dream is Sept. 17 against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky – however, this hot ticket is already sold out, which means that you should get tickets to the other Dream games as soon as possible.
Georgia Tech
Head Coach Brent Key and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are looking to follow up their Gasparilla Bowl win in 2023 by ascending to even greater heights in 2024 in the ACC. In addition to the usual
conference schedule that will take place on fall Saturdays at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field, the Yellow Jackets will play their annual game at MercedesBenz Stadium Oct. 19. That is when Tech will host opposing head coach Marcus Freeman and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish for what will surely be one of the more interesting college football games of that particular weekend.
Georgia State University
The early portion of the season will see the new Georgia State Panthers head football coach Dell McGee and his team
stay busy at Center Parc Stadium. Starting with the Sept. 7 home opener against the Chattanooga Mocs, and an out-ofconference game on Sept. 14 against the SEC’s Vanderbilt Commodores, and two Sun Belt Conference games after that, the Panthers will play four straight home games at one point. This includes the annual “Modern Day Hate” rivalry game Sept. 28 against Georgia Southern and then a home game against the Old Dominion Monarchs. If you’re planning on seeing the Panthers in gridiron action locally then this figures to be the perfect time to do so.
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BUCKHEAD HOTELS
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Y’ALL COME BACK
Ready for another trip? Come back soon to Atlanta, where we have beloved holiday traditions, bowl games and special performances. Below are only a few of our top picks for the holiday season and beyond.
“A Christmas Carol”
Nov. 9-Dec. 24
This Atlanta tradition returns to Alliance Theatre with live music, a stunning set and an all-star local cast.
Stone Mountain Christmas
Nov. 9-Jan. 5, 2025
Stone Mountain Park will offer Christmas shows, Santa visits, themed treats and the world’s largest Christmas light show. New this year is Magical Flight to the North Pole where Summit Skyride takes guests to the top of the mountain for an enchanted experience.
Miracle on Peachtree
November-December
Many holiday-themed events are planned in Buckhead, such as performances, twinkling lights and special shopping opportunities.
IllumiNights
Mid-November through mid-January
Colorful lanterns in the shapes of animals, flowers and arches appear throughout Zoo Atlanta during evening hours.
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights
Nov. 16 - Jan. 12, 2025
Atlanta Botanical Garden will glow with holiday lights, dazzling colors and festive music for the whole family.
Winter Wonderland
Nov. 23- Jan. 12, 2025
Explore Fernbank Museum of Natural History’s dazzling trees and other displays that grace two floors, recognizing cultural celebrations, events and traditions from around the world.
SEC Championship
Dec. 6-7
The SEC Championship returns to downtown Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, kicking off an exciting weekend with the Dr Pepper SEC FanFare inside Georgia World Congress Center. Join for interactive attractions, games and the T-Mobile Championship Concert. The game itself starts at 4 p.m. on Dec. 7.
“A Christmas Carol”
Dec. 7-23
The familiar tale is presented with a handful of actors in an intimate performance at Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse.
“The Nutcracker”
Dec. 7-26
At Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, Atlanta Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will be performed with a larger-thanlife production featuring a dream-like winter wonderland.
Cricket Celebration Bowl
Dec. 14
Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host the 9th Cricket
Celebration Bowl football game, featuring the champions of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and the Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl
Jan. 1, 2025
The annual Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl football game, a College Football Playoff quarterfinal, will be held in Mercedes-Benz Stadium with fan activities surrounding the event, even for those without tickets.
CFP National Championship
Jan. 20, 2025
The Cotton Bowl champion will face off against the Orange Bowl champion at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with fan activities surrounding this event. DISCOVER
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“A Christmas Carol” at Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse
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