As the second weekend of July 2026 arrives, Atlanta is gearing up for one of its sweetest annual traditions: PeachFest 2026, one of the best Atlanta festivals you can attend.

Now in its 12th year, the city’s signature summer tasting event transforms downtown into a vibrant homage to Georgia peaches on Sunday, July 12. This year, it moves to the historic Underground Atlanta (50 Upper Alabama St. SW), promising an immersive, all-inclusive culinary experience unlike any before.

What to Expect at PeachFest 2026

PeachFest isn’t your average food festival. Attendees will stroll through a live peach orchard—courtesy of Pearson Farm, which is trucking in fruit-bearing trees from Fort Valley, Georgia, right inside Underground Atlanta. Read why Georgia is called the Peach State.

The venue will feature over 50 celebrated chefs and bartenders serving peach-forward dishes and cocktails, from savory creations like peach pasta to sweet treats and innovative pies. Expect live fire cooking, pop-ups, and the buzz of Atlanta’s top culinary talent.

Highlights include:

  • The Peach Pit Invitational: 20 of Atlanta’s best bartenders compete for a $1,000 cash prize with original peach cocktails made using Pearson Farm peaches (no added sugar). Guests get to sip every entry and weigh in, with celebrity judges crowning the winner. Presented by Código 1530 Tequila.
  • Fireside Chats: Intimate conversations on Georgia peach farming (30 seasons with Pearson Farm), “The New South” in Atlanta’s culinary scene with Christan Willis, and a live chef demo/book signing with Monti Carlo, Hector Santiago, and Julio Delgado of Spanglish Cocina (making its Atlanta debut).
  • Live Music, Photo Ops, and More: All-inclusive tastings, craft pours, and a community vibe with no stages or barriers—everyone mingles among the chefs.

The event runs from 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM (VIP early entry at 3 PM). It aligns perfectly with heightened downtown energy during World Cup week, offering a chance to explore Underground Atlanta’s revitalized spaces.

Ticket Options and Details

  • VIP Access ($130): Early entry at 3 PM, first dibs on stations, plus exclusive perks like photo ops and priority access.
  • General Admission ($95): Doors open at 4 PM; full access to all tastings, cocktails, chats, and the orchard.

Tickets are available at peachfest.org. Supplies are limited, especially for VIP, so grab yours soon.

A Festival with Heart

Beyond the bites, PeachFest supports local agriculture and gives back. A silent auction benefits CURE Childhood Cancer (Atlanta-founded research organization) and Piggy Bank’s Farm (disaster relief and seed support for Southern farmers). It’s a delicious way to celebrate sustainability, community, and Georgia’s peach heritage.

Whether you’re a foodie hunting for the next big flavor, a cocktail enthusiast ready to judge the best peach sip in town, or just looking for a fun summer afternoon with friends, PeachFest 2026 delivers. Atlanta’s downtown will smell like ripe peaches, and the energy will be electric.

Mark your calendar: Sunday, July 12, at Underground Atlanta. Bring your appetite—and maybe a designated driver for all those peach cocktails. Follow @atlpeachfest on Instagram for updates, chef announcements, and more.

This is one peach of an event you won’t want to miss.