Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers: First Home Game Of The Season

Tens of thousands of people are expected to flock downtown as the Atlanta Falcons take on the Carolina Falcons on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2018. When it comes to things to do this weekend in Atlanta, this is a big one.

Not only are the Panthers a main NFC South rival of the Falcons, but thousands of evacuees from North Carolina are in town because they fled Hurricane Florence, which lashed the Carolinas.

To show some Southern hospitality, numerous Atlanta establishments are giving away freebies to the newly arrived visitors — but the Falcons are trying to give the Panthers an L!

On Friday, Atlanta City Hall hosted a Falcons Day pep rally for thousands of fans to come out and support the home team. If it’s any indication, Sunday is going to be rocking at MercBenz Stadium.

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CJ Johnson: CJ is a longtime Atlantan who has written a book about Atlanta's food scene. He has also fallen in love with the city's music and sports scenes. He writes about Food, Restaurants, Travel, Sports and Atlanta Culture. Check out the book. https://amzn.to/3RPmbZM