What an absolutely incredible weekend that showcases Atlanta as a major destination for contemporary art and cultural celebration! The Atlanta Art Fair is establishing our city on the art world map with 60+ galleries at Pullman Yards, while the Sweet Auburn Music Fest celebrates our rich musical heritage with R&B and gospel performances. Add in the quirky East Atlanta Village Strut with Llama Poop Bingo, ABV Gallery's 15th anniversary featuring 70+ artists, plus major sports action with the Braves facing Pittsburgh and the Falcons taking on Washington—there's truly world-class entertainment happening across every corner of our metro.

Atlanta continues evolving with exciting developments like the Krog District announcing four major new tenants including Eggslut and YETI along the BeltLine, REV3's 17 modern townhomes breaking ground near Avondale Estates, and Kirkwood's Bessie Branham Park getting a complete refresh. Our dining scene reflects this constant innovation with Glide Pizza opening its first full dine-in location in Decatur featuring nostalgic arcade vibes, unique concepts like Viennoiseries After Dark delivering warm croissants to doorsteps, plus Brewhouse Cafe expanding to South Downtown ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

From the Fox Theatre's upcoming renovations and spooky Ghost Tours to the BeltLine's ambitious $3.5 billion expansion plan featuring light rail with 26 stations by 2030, this weekend captures our city's perfect balance of honoring traditions while embracing bold innovation. Whether you're ready to explore cutting-edge art installations, cheer on our teams, discover neighborhood festivals, or join us for our 5th Annual Fall Festival on October 19th (RSVP by October 6th HERE), Atlanta continues proving why our blend of culture, creativity, and community attracts people from around the world. Ready to explore what's happening in the ATL?

Atlanta Art Fair | Major commercial art fair featuring diverse programming, talks, performances, installations, and around 60 participating galleries.
📍 Pullman Yards 📅 Thu, September 25 - Sat, September 28

Joelanta Collectible Toy Convention | Toy convention with dealers, displays, and family activities.
📍 Gas South Convention Center 📅 Thur, September 26 - Sat, September 28

MagicCon: Atlanta | Fan convention for magic, comics, fantasy, and sci-fi.
📍 Georgia World Congress Center 📅 Thur, September 26 - Sat, September 28

Aqua Vino - Wine Tasting Event | Special after-hours wine tasting to benefit aquarium conservation efforts.
📍 Georgia Aquarium 📅 Thur, September 26

East Atlanta Village Strut | Celebrate East Atlanta's art, culture and quirkiness with neighborhood-wide activities including Leaf Blower Madness, Strut Your Bake, and Llama Poop Bingo.
📍 East Atlanta Village 📅 Fri, September 27

ABV Gallery 15 Year Anniversary Celebration | Giant day-to-night celebration with 10 new large-scale murals painted live, EXPLORATIONS group exhibition featuring 70+ artists, DJs, food trucks, and specialty cocktails.
📍 ABV Gallery & ABV Art Yard 📅 Sat, September 27

Sweet Auburn Music Fest | Annual urban music festival featuring live R&B, gospel, food, art vendors, and vibrant cultural celebration.
📍 Historic Sweet Auburn District 📅 Fri, September 27 - Sat, September 28

Atlanta Tattoo Festival | Live tattooing, art exhibits, contests, and workshops.
📍 Downtown Atlanta 📅 Fri, September 27 - Sun, September 29

Sunday In The Park Festival | Music festival with tours, Victorian costume contest, craft beer, food trucks, and living history.
📍 Oakland Cemetery 📅 Sun, September 28

Summer Market | Vendor market with local Atlanta artisans and beyond, featuring coffee and wine from the host venue.
📍 Larkin ATL 📅 Sat, September 27

Community Market | Local queer-celebrating market with vendors, plus opportunity to check out Side Saddle Wine Bar at the same time.
📍 Finca to Filter & Side Saddle Wine 📅 Sat, September 27

Jimmy Carr Comedy Show 📍 Center Stage 📅 Thur, September 26
Ben Rector 📍 Coca-Cola Roxy 📅 Thur, September 26 - Fri, September 27
Chance the Rapper 📍 Coca-Cola Roxy 📅 Sun, September 29

⚾ Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – Thursday, September 26
🏐 Miami Hurricanes vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets – Friday, September 26
⚽ Atlanta United vs. New England Revolution – Saturday, September 27
⚾ Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – Friday, September 27
🏈 Atlanta Falcons vs. Washington Commanders – Sunday, September 28
⚾ Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – Saturday, September 28

🛍️ The Krog District is announcing a major wave of new retailers along the BeltLine. Four new tenants—Eggslut, Nando's, Tyde Tate Kitchen, and YETI—will open between October and spring 2026 throughout Krog Street Market and SPX Alley, boosting the district's appeal as an all-day cultural food and shopping destination along the Eastside Trail.

🏡 A sleek new townhome project called REV3 is breaking ground near Decatur and Avondale Estates. The 17-unit development will feature modern design, rooftop decks, and walkable access to local spots once construction wraps in 2026.

🌳 DeKalb County is considering reclaiming 40 acres of leased land from Blackhall Real Estate after the company failed to meet its agreement to build public greenspace. The land was part of a larger deal when the film studio expanded, but with no visible progress, the county may pursue a new vision for the property.

🛝 Kirkwood's beloved Bessie Branham Park is getting a major glow-up with construction officially underway. The full refresh includes a new playground, shade structures, and improved walkways to make it more accessible and family-friendly for the neighborhood.

🏘️ A prime development opportunity just hit the market in booming Summerhill. A full block zoned for commercial use is ideal for retail, restaurant, or mixed-use development as the neighborhood continues its explosive growth.

⚽ Little Five Points' Brewhouse Cafe, named "best soccer bar in the U.S.," is opening a second South Downtown location on Broad Street just weeks before FIFA World Cup matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2026. The expansion joins a growing roster of restaurants moving to the redeveloped historic district.

🍕 Glide Pizza opened its first full dine-in location in Decatur's former Chando's Tacos space on West Ponce. After five years as takeout windows, the new restaurant features an expanded menu, full bar, seating for 95 people, and nostalgic design with arcade games—aiming to become a neighborhood hangout where families can create lasting memories.

🍽️ Open Hand's 22nd annual "Party in the Kitchen" fundraiser happens September 25 at The Foundry at Puritan Mill. The event features celebrated chefs like Terry Koval and Pat Pascarella, craft cocktails, silent auctions, and entertainment, with proceeds supporting medically tailored meals for individuals with chronic illness and food insecurity across Georgia.

🥐 Atlanta college student Chloë Chadet and her mother launched Viennoiseries After Dark, delivering warm, freshly baked croissants to doorsteps on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings within a 13-mile radius of their Westside location, with boxes starting around $18 and plans to expand through delivery apps this fall.

🍽️ Chef Hudson Rouse is opening Babygirl, an all-day cafe in East Lake by April 2026, focusing on health-conscious, vegetable-forward fare with seasonal dishes, natural wines, and a clean minimalist design with 90 total seats including patios.

🎭 Midtown's iconic Fox Theatre is planning subtle renovations to improve year-round use. Updates include a reimagined lobby entrance, more flexible event spaces, and better accessibility—all while preserving the historic charm that makes this venue so beloved.

👻 Perfect timing for spooky season! Ghost Tours are back at the Fox Theatre, offering haunted walk-throughs with real paranormal tales and access to normally off-limits areas—ideal for both history buffs and ghost hunters looking for their Halloween thrills.

🎨 Atlanta Art Fair returns to Pullman Yards September 27-29 with more than 80 galleries, food vendors, and design-forward installations. Pro tip: Visit Friday night for VIP energy or Sunday afternoon for quieter browsing and potential art discounts.

🚊 The Atlanta BeltLine is advancing a $3.5 billion plan to complete its 22-mile loop of trails, parks, and light rail by 2030, featuring 26 planned stations with trains every 10 minutes and funded primarily through the More MARTA half-penny sales tax, though construction challenges remain in the northwest corridor's costly 5.5-mile stretch.

🎃🌻 Fall is better together! Join us on October 19 for our 5th Annual Fall Festival—a day filled with music, food, laughter, and all the cozy autumn vibes. 🍂✨

📅  RSVP by October 6 to let us know you’re coming!

👉 Be sure to RSVP here - www.vestaconsultinggroup.com/fall-fest