25+ Not-to-Miss September Events

Disney On Ice Presents Frozen & Encanto / Feld Entertainment

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.

Do You Love the Dark? at Alliance Theatre

A young girl tries to conquer her fear of the dark in this play inspired by Maya Lawrence and R. Gregory Christie’s book. Sept. 28-Oct 30.

Sunday in the Park with George at Woodstock Arts

Painter Georges Seurat and his future descendant are struggling artistically when their paths magically cross in this musical. Sept. 30-Oct. 2.

La Cucarachita Martina at Center for Puppetry Arts

Based on the popular Cuban and Puerto Rican children’s tale, this Latin rock-n-roll musical follows a roach on her journey for true love. Through Oct. 2.

Naturally Artistic at Chattahoochee Nature Center

Celebrate the connection between art and nature with creations from local artists and art-making activities. Through Nov. 30.

PAW Patrol: Adventure Play at Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Help Marshall, Chase, Skye, Rubble, Everest, Rocky, Zuma and Tracker as you adventure together to explore your abilities, overcome challenges and help friends. Through Jan. 8.

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Dragon Con in Downtown Atlanta

This popular culture convention features a parade, guests, performances, games and more. Sept. 1-5.

Georgia Cool Cruisers Car Show at Southeastern Railway Museum

See tons of cool makes and models of cars, ride a real train, enter a raffle and taste delicious hot dogs or burgers. Sept. 3.

Free First Saturday at Dunwoody Nature Center

Learn more about incredible butterflies, including their color combinations, cool adaptations and migration patterns, with a hike and an activity. Sept. 3.

Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family at Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Explore the diverse species and life span of the Tyrannosaurs family tree with real fossils and skeletons. Through Sept. 5.

Paquita and Mixed Repertory at Gas South Theater

Presented by the Northeast Atlanta Ballet, this performance showcases the works of award-winning and emerging choreographers. Sept. 10.

Monster Jam at Gas South Arena

This action-packed motorsport shows athletes compete in speed and skill with 12,000-pound monster trucks. Sept. 10-11.

Paw Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure at Fox Theatre

Ryder and his team of pirate pups must rescues Cap’n Turbot from a mysterious cavern in time for the Pirate Day celebration. Sept. 10-11.

Butterfly Experience at Dunwoody Nature Center

Get an up-close look at the beautiful and delicate butterfly species with educator-led programs and activities, live animal shows, music performances, crafts and more. Sept. 10-11.

UPS Second Sunday at High Museum of Art

Enjoy drop-in art-making activities, music by a DJ and permanent and special exhibitions. Sept. 11.

Fall Family Night Hike at Chattahoochee Nature Center

Explore nature at night before roasting marshmallows around the campfire. 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. 17.

Artful Stories at Carlos Museum

Listen to “Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes” by Roseanne Thong before exploring the galleries, making and eating tortillas and creating collages of different shapes. Sept. 17.

Pop-in for Family Fun at Marietta History Center

Explore family-friendly activities and crafts around the theme of “Natural Wonders.” Sept. 17.

Back to Your Roots Farm Fair at Chattahoochee Nature Center

Join in the fall harvest with live farm animals, the unity garden, booth, activities and lawn games. Sept. 18.

The Tortoise, the Hare & Other Aesop’s Fables at Center for Puppetry Arts

Aesop’s circus is in town and features a stilt-walking crane, a full-body puppet lion and more animals from Aesop’s fables and the big race as the finale. Through Sept. 18.

Mary Poppins at Aurora Theatre

Magical nanny Mary Poppins takes the Banks children on adventures and teaches the family to love each other. Through Sept. 18.

Disney On Ice Presents Frozen & Encanto at State Farm Arena

Step into the magical worlds of “Frozen” and “Encanto” with ice skating, aerial acrobatics, along with your favorite characters, Anna, Elsa, Maribel and more. Sept. 21-25.

CoComelon Live: JJ’s Journey at Fox Theatre

JJ and his family are putting on a show, and JJ is writing his own song. He needs a little help from an interactive audience in this musical that encourages kids to sing and dance along. Sept. 24.

Weird Science Day at Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Elephant and Piggie’s “We Are in a Play” at OnStage Atlanta

Watch these beloved book characters come to life as they put on an amusing performance. Through Sept. 24.

Sunday in the Park at Oakland Cemetery

Celebrate the history of Victorians bringing blankets and musical instruments to picnic in cemeteries with pop-up performances, Tunes from the Tombs music festival, an artist market, food trucks and more. Sept. 25.

Cole Porter’s Anything Goes at Byers Theater

This fun musical depicts singer Reno Sweeney’s adventures aboard the “SS American.” Through Sept. 25.