20+ Not-to-Miss September Events
We have you covered for the best family-friendly events this month. Celebrate Labor Day with these events. Don’t miss apple picking, corn mazes and fall festivals for more seasonal fun; enjoy these local exhibits and free movies and concerts.
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Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars at Gas South Arena
Chart a course through the night sky with characters from “Frozen,” “Encanto,” “Aladdin” and more. Sept. 28-Oct. 1.
Oodles of Doodles at Alliance Theatre
Concert in the Park at Piedmont Park
Mago Junior Show at Aurora Theatre
Venezuelan artist Mago Junior Ascanio combines the arts of magic, clown, mime, juggling, music and more to create a hilarious show. Sept. 30.
Repticon at Gwinnett County Fairground
Explore exotic animals from around the world, and learn what it’s like to care for reptiles. Sept. 30-Oct. 1.
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Dragon Con in Downtown Atlanta
The highlight of this popular culture convention is the parade, where you’ll see tons of your favorite costumed characters from movies, shows and more. Aug. 31-Sept. 4.
TinyCON at Children’s Museum of Atlanta
At this con for kids, festivities include creating your own hat, making slimy ogre snot, watching a spectacular Spiderman Science show, training like a Jedi and more. Sept. 1-4.
Aanika’s Elephants at Center for Puppetry Arts
Aanika is a young African girl who grows up with Little, an orphaned baby elephant, and her courage is tested in order to save Little and her new family from poachers. Through Sept. 3.
PAW Patrol Live! at Fox Theatre
Help the PAW Patrol as they rescue Robo Dog from Mayor Humdinger and restore order to the city. Sept. 8-10.
The Planets: A Universe of Friends at Aurora Theatre
Blast off with musician and storyteller Jerry G. White for an interactive and intergalactic adventure. Sept. 9.
Monster Jam at Gas South Arena
Watch athletes compete in enormous monster trucks. Sept. 9-10.
Butterfly Experience at Dunwoody Nature Center
Discover hundreds of butterflies up close, and enjoy activities, crafts and educational experiences. Sept. 9-10.
UPS Second Sunday at High Museum of Art
Special family programming includes music by a local Atlanta DJ, drop-in art making and smARTboxes. Sept. 10.
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane at Synchronicity Theatre
China rabbit Edward Tulane must battle the high seas, befriend a happy hobo, comfort a sick child and more on his adventure to find his way home. Sept. 13-17.
Pop-in for Family Fun at Marietta History Center
Explore family-friendly activities and crafts around the theme of “Books, Books, Books.” Sept. 16.
Pup-a-Palooza at Newtown Park
Enjoy live music, an animal balloon twister and food trucks, along with pet contests, pet care and new pet products. Sept. 16.
Truck-A-Palooza at Town Center Mall
Back to Your Roots Farm Fair at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Celebrate the harvesting season with live farm animals, games, crafts and the opening of “Naturally Artistic.” Sept. 17.
Twilight Trek at Zoo Atlanta
After the sun goes down, explore the Zoo for an evening adventure with night-vision technology and special activities. Sept. 22.
Sunday in the Park featuring Tunes from the Tombs at Oakland Cemetery
Honor Victorian tradition with live music, tours, craft beers and wine, an artist market, food trucks, a craft area and more. Sept. 24.
Brother Coyote, Sister Fox at Center for Puppetry Arts
This Mexican folktale showcases Brother Coyote, who plans to eat all the plump chickens himself, but quick-witted Sister Fox is able to stay one step ahead of him. Through Sept. 24.