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The beautiful leaves are changing colors in Atlanta and you know what that means: Fall is officially here. If you’re looking for things to do in Atlanta in fall, you’ve come to the right place.
Atlanta’s beautiful tree canopy is turning brown and the leaves are beginning to fall, which is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the weather.
Hit the trails
Photo credit: Andrew Ridley via Unsplash The big advantage that autumn has over the other seasons is that it’s cooler so you can stand being outside longer. You also get to take in the brilliant colors of the leaves. And nowhere is this more apparent than on a trail.
You can find some great trails in all the major metropolitan counties surrounding Atlanta. Here are some great ones.
Go on a cider run
Drinking cider is not only a seasonal tradition in autumn, but it’s absolutely delicious. Here are Atlanta spots where you can get some good cider.
Of course, these are not all of the spots you can get cider in Atlanta. If you know of a place, let us know in the comments.
Big Springs Farm
2100 Sugar Pike Rd, Woodstock, GA 30188 |(678) 899-3900
Big Springs Farm in Woodstock has a vast pumpkin patch that has events such as a harvest festival and tractor show out there.Here’s what one Google reviewer says aobut Big Springs Farm: “So much fun! Def a must do in Fall. The candles are a great gift and beautiful assortment of pumpkins. Bouncy house and play bulls for kiddos. Loved the farms animals. Super sweet and will let you pet them.”Find your way through a corn maze
Photo credit: Jesse Gardner @plasticmind / Unsplash True, corn is not a major crop in Georgia, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t corn mazes in the metro area.Yule Forest
3565 GA-155 N, Stockbridge, GA 30281 | (770) 954-9356
Take the family to Yule Forest in nearby Stockbridge, Georgia for a fun time amidst nature. Yule Forest is one of the most fun places in Henry County.
Sleepy Hollow Farm
628 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127 | (770) 880-8846
Sleepy Hollow Farm in Powder Springs is a family-owned farm that offers escape rooms, hopper cabins and more for a good time.
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Sleepy Hollow Farm: “Took my 10 year old brother and we had a blast today! The staff was very friendly and farm was very cute the kids could pet the goats and the little play ground was my brothers favorite. I was a little worried because of the reviews but I think for the money it’s fantastic. I don’t think it’s the most entertaining for just adults but if you have kids with you you’ll enjoy it.”
Berry Patch Farms
786 Arnold Mill Rd, Woodstock, GA 30188 | (770) 926-0561
Come to Woodstock’s Berry Patch Farms if you want to take part in a harvest of pumpkins, berries and more. This family-run farm has Christmas trees, blueberry & pumpkin picking, hayrides, a playground, snacks and more.Here’s what one reviewer says about Berry Patch Farms: “Ever since moving to Georgia I have wanted to take the kids blueberry picking, and every year I have missed it because they get picked out so quickly. This time we made it on opening day and we managed to pick 8lbs of blueberries! No entry fee only pay by pound, and the farm itself was so charming! The staff was kind and accommodating and the whole experience was great.”Southern Belle Farm is about 40 minutes south of Atlanta and offers some great fruit picking and harvest events centered around pumpkins, berries and more.Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Southern Belle Farm: “I love this farm, I always go here for strawberry and peach picking. I enjoyed the farm here, just 35-40 minutes from Downtown ATLANTA. The place is cleaned and well maintained. The lovely peach orchard. Good place to get some photos too. I had a good time here .”Go for a hay ride
If you don’t think hay rides are fun, you haven’t been on the right hay ride. Here are some places to do hay rides in and around Atlanta:Attend a fall festival
All the fall festivals happening in Atlanta, there’s no reason why the whole family can’t have a good time out and about. Every weekend, there’s a fall festival to attend with food, live music and fun activities for the kids.
Visit a state park
Georgia has some of the most beautiful state parks in the Southeast. Check out this list of some of the best ones.
Explore all the things to do in Atlanta this fall
The autumn time is a good time to really explore Atlanta. To find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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Atlanta has a sizeable Greek population and it’s going to celebrate its culture this weekend at the Atlanta Greek Festival.
This three-day event is set for Sept. 27-29 at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation.
Atlanta Greek Festival: Everything you need to know
Atlanta’s annual taste of Greece will offer attendees a chance to immerse themselves in the vibrant and diverse culture of Greeks.
This festival will feature vibrant music, art, history, authentic cuisine, and more.
Buy tickets here
Here is Friday’s Atlanta Greek Festival Schedule. See the complete schedule here:
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Atlanta has a sizeable Greek population and it’s going to celebrate its culture this weekend at the Atlanta Greek Festival.
This three-day event is set for Sept. 27-29 at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation.
Atlanta Greek Festival: Everything you need to know
Atlanta’s annual taste of Greece will offer attendees a chance to immerse themselves in the vibrant and diverse culture of Greeks.
This festival will feature vibrant music, art, history, authentic cuisine, and more.
Buy tickets here
Here is Friday’s Atlanta Greek Festival Schedule. See the complete schedule here:
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We all know that Georgia’s largest city is the place to be when it comes to movie and TV production. But the city is also trying to become a writer’s mecca. If you want to know how to become a screenwriter in Atlanta, here are some steps you should follow.
Atlanta has replaced Hollywood as a movie mecca, but to a large extent, all the writers rooms remain in California. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be a screenwriter in Atlanta.
How to become a screenwriter in Atlanta
In this article, we’re going to show you how to become a screenwriter in Atlanta so that your storytelling can make it to the big and small screen.
AtlantaFi.com enlisted an expert, Tequoia Urbina, an Atlanta-based screenwriter and producer to help us break down the steps. She said she’s been doing video production since age 12 and has worked on various projects throughout her career.
“I create stories with strong female protagonists and diverse characters,” she said. “I believe in weaving current events and global issues that will provoke discourse and inspire change.”
If you want to do the same and become a screenwriter in Atlanta, here is a step-by-step process to make it happen:
1. Get the skills, education & know-how
If you’re serious about becoming a screenwriter, you’ll want to devote the time, energy (and money) it takes to go to school for it.
Urbina attended a performing and visual arts magnet school in Savannah, Georgia from the sixth through 11th grade. She then went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in film from Georgia State University in downtown Atlanta.She then earned her M.S. in Communications from Northeastern University.
Once you graduate or have amassed the experience you think you need to be successful in screenwriting, it’s time to start coming up with a project to write.
2. Write your project
Make sure your storytelling skills express something you think is either sellable or you’re passionate about. Also, make sure you stick with a genre you’ve researched and are able to do well.
Urbina said the #1 way to make your project a success is to make it unique.
“BE ORIGINAL, the more unique your script, the more difficult to steal.”
3. Make connections / network
Your work is going to stand on its own merits, but it always helps to make some helpful connections along the way. Urbina said you should use your social media accounts to try to reach people that can help your project take off.
“I use social media platforms to make industry connections,” she said. “I have found LinkedIn to be the most effective platform for connecting with people in the industry and forming businesses relationships. I also highly recommend joining industry groups and attending local networking events.”
4. Get your screenplay seen
Now that you have this awesome screenplay, you may be wondering how the right person will read it. This is where you find ways to get it out there.
“The best way to have screenplays read is to submit them to competitions,” Urbina said. “I advise that you use recognized sites like Blacklist and Coverfly for details on legitimate contests.”
Of course, you can always go the DIY route to get your film before the masses. Here’s what Urbina said about that:
“If you have a budget, film your project and promote it on social media.”
Urbina said that many contests offer critique on submissions for an extra fee. “It is a great way to get objective feedback on your scripts and possibly the attention of industry professionals.”
If you follow these steps, you will have a great chance of becoming a successful screenwriting career in Atlanta. But don’t think it happens overnight.
Urbina said the process can be long or relatively short, depending on many factors. “There is no specific time frame. All contests have their own processing rate.”
Here’s the #1 thing you want to remember as you submit screenplays
Urbina said the #1 thing you can do is protect your original work.
“The best advice that I can offer is to always copyright your work before submitting or sharing,” she said. “Also, don’t be afraid to send off your work for fear of someone stealing your idea. Yes, it is a risk but it is worth it if it lands in the right hands.”
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Got any other questions about being a screenwriter? You can reach Tequoia Urbina on Instagram @TQthewriter.81She will answer any production/screenwriting questions that you have!Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Whether you’re visiting or live here, Atlanta has a jam-packed week of events on deck. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend that it’s going to be difficult to decide one (or two) or three.
From festivals to conventions, to concerts, parties, soirees and other Atlanta events, the city has it all this weekend. Looking for something fun to jump into? Here are some of our best bets.
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend: Sept. 27-29
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend include parties, conventions, comedians concerts, spring festivals and much, much more.
Best bets: Sugar Factory Grand Opening feat. Nick Cannon
Best bets: Atlanta Durag Festival
Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
Things to do on Friday, Sept. 27
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Park(ing) Day in South Downtown11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / Broad St.
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You Got Time Comedy Show7:00 p.m. / The Village Theatre
Don’t miss: The Chef-Off at Monday Night Garage
Things to do on Saturday, Sept. 28
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Festival de la Cultura Latina2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. / The Home Depot Backyard
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Maker Faire Atlanta 201910:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Georgia State Stadium
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Yoga in the Park9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. / Woodruff Park
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ADNA Downtown Scavenger Hunt12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Closing: Atlanta International Fashion WeekGeorgia World Congress Center
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GameDay Tailgate, Built by The Home DepotCollege Football Hall Of Fame
Atlanta’s clubs will be on 10 this weekend. See the hottest ATL nightclubs this week and what’s going on.
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend: Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019
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Falcons vs. Titans1:00 p.m. / Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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Maker Faire Atlanta 201910:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Georgia State Stadium
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Sunday in the Park at Oakland Cemetery12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
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Closing: Disney on IceState Farm Arena
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Closing: Our Town & The Laramie ProjectThe Balzer Theater at Herren’s
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Closing: Roald Dahl’s CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at the Fox TheatreTuesday – Thursday, 7:30 p.m. / Friday, 8 p.m. / Saturday, 2 p.m., 8 p.m. / Sunday, 1 p.m., 6:30 p.m / The Fox Theatre
Atlanta has so much to do that you need a curated guide to help you sort through it all. Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
Explore Atlanta at your own pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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- Here are the REALLY FUN things to do in Atlanta
- Check out these FREE events in Atlanta
- Feeling adventurous? Here are some outdoorsy things to do in ATL
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DJ Envy, New York radio personality and producer, is hosting a real estate seminar in Atlanta. This event is set for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, 11 a.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center, Building A, Room 302 – 305 Atlanta, GA 30313.
Join Cesar (flipping_nj) and DJ Envy for a life-changing experience where they share their knowledge and industry secrets.
Cesar & DJ Envy’s Real Estate Seminar come to Atlanta
Hear from real estate experts such as mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, hard money lenders, credit consultants, construction and rehab professionals, and others who will walk you through the ins and outs of real estate.
If you’re an investor, first time home buyer, or interested in how to make money in real estate you cannot miss this seminar. Get ready to take notes in order to prepare yourself for a great investment! Space is limited.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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The Future and Meek Mill 2019 Legendary Nights Tour comes to Atlanta on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. The show begins at 7 PM.
Fans of Future and Meek Mill can also get to see YG, Mustard and Megan Thee Stallion, who will perform there as well.
Atlanta: Future and Meek Mill 2019 Legendary Nights Tour
Meek will perform hits from his 2018 album “Championship,” while Future will do a medley of hits from his seven albums, including the EP he released in June, “Save Me.”
Here are the remaining dates of the Legendary Nights Tour:
September 23 – Tampa, FL @ Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
September 24 – West Palm Beach, FL @ Coral Sky Amphitheatre
September 27 – Austin, TX @ Austin360 Amphitheatre+
September 29 – Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
October 1 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
October 3 – Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion
October 5 – Las Vegas, NV @ Mandalay Bay Events CenterThere are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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Starting this weekend on Saturday, Sept. 7, Wonderkid will have a pop-up restaurant at We Suki Suki in East Atlanta. The pop-up will take place every Saturday in September from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Wonderkid pop-up will happen on the following dates:
- Sept. 7
- Sept. 14
- Sept. 21
- Sept. 28
Each week, Wonderkid will feature a menu item from. Food AND admission will be free. Here are the menu items for each week:
- 9/7: Meatloaf Melt with beef + pork meatloaf, pimento cheese, bacon jam, and arugula
- 9/14: Bodega BEC with Pine St. Mkt bacon, farm egg cheese omelet, and hollandaise
- 9/21: Heritage Turkey Sandwich with cranberry relish, fresh mozzarella and arugula
- 9/28: Cakes & Pies (a selection)
Suki Suki is located at 479-b Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. Here is a map to help you find it.
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It’s a happy time around metro Atlanta this week. That’s because the new Chick-Fil-A in Covington at Salem Bridge at 12290 Brown Bridge is offering free food.
The new restaurant opens on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019 — but not without a great freebie for customers. The first 100 adults have a chance to win free Chick-fil-A meals for a year.
There will also be an overnight First 100 Campout party that will include fun, engaging activities for participants who also enjoy Chick-fil-A throughout the countdown to the opening. Registration begins at the restaurant at6 p.m. on Mon, Sept. 9.
The new Chick-Fil-A is owned by Operator Chris Giella.
“I am excited to have an opportunity to further expand my service and impact on the Covington community both inside and outside my restaurants,” said Giella. “I am committed to continue developing my 200 Team Members at both the Salem Bridge and Covington locations as together we provide a remarkable experience to our guests who become part of our family.”
Here’s how to get free food at Chick-Fil-A
Up to 100 adults can win a digital offer card with a year of free Chick-fil-A meals (52 meals with each consisting of a Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, medium Waffle Potato Fries and a medium beverage).
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Wild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens is set for Saturday, Sept. 7 in Atlanta. The brewery’s grand opening will be a feast for the senses.
The Wild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens celebration will have free yoga, a patio DJ, a ribbon cutting ceremony and more.
Grand opening: Wild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens in Atlanta
This is Wild Heaven’s second metro Atlanta location; the original location is in Avondale Estates.
Saturday will also include the opening of FINA, Wild Heaven’s restaurant and more festivities.
This is yet another huge opening for the Lee+White development in Atlanta’s West End neighborhood.
Where is Wild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens located?
Wild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens is located at 1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310. Here’s a map to help you find it.Beginning September 9th, regular hours will be Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. or later. For more information, visit wildheavenbeer.com.
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken a/nd waffles.