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

Things to do in Atlanta in the fall - nature trail
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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

Things to do in Atlanta in fall - drink cider

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
Things to do in Atlanta this fall - Big Springs Farm
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

Things to do in Atlanta in the fall - walk a trail
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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

Things To Do In Atlanta This Fall

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

Things To Do In Atlanta This Fall

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

Things To Do In Atlanta This Fall

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

1658 Turner Church Rd, McDonough, GA 30252 |  (770) 288-2582
Things to do in Atlanta this fall - Southern Belle Farm
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

Things to do in Atlanta - Hay Rides

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

Here Are All The 2019 Atlanta Festivals (PICS & More)

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

10 Of The Best State Parks In Georgia

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:

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