Fall is in the air, and there's no better time to explore all the festive fun that Marietta and Kennesaw have to offer! From vibrant festivals to cozy family activities, this season is packed with opportunities to make unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Whether you're looking for pumpkin patches, fall crafts, or outdoor adventures, this guide has got you covered. And the best part? We're continuously updating it with the latest events, tips, and more, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often. Let’s dive into the best of fall in our community!
Fall Festivals
September 6
Enjoy an evening of live music, performances, and local art as you shop, dine, and experience all Marietta Square has to offer at the Marietta Square Art Walk!
Bring your family and friends to enjoy delicious food trucks and explore the coolest trucks in the community, including awesome vehicles from first responders, buses, and cranes!
September 14
East Cobber Parade and Festival
A hometown tradition for the past 26 years, this special event aims to builds a sense of community and reinforce East Cobb’s status as one of the best places to live in the Atlanta area by giving thanks and special tribute to those who contribute to the quality of life in East Cobb such as principals, schools, clubs, elected officials, and civic leaders.
September 15
2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival of Marietta
Join us for the 2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival, a vibrant celebration of Latin American culture!
September 19 - 29
As the largest fair in metro Atlanta, the North Georgia State Fair attracts over 300,000 people every year from north Georgia and neighboring states.
September 21
Fall Market at Town Center at Cobb
Fall Market Center at Cobb all day + Shop artisan, gift and craft Vendors + Giveaways, performances, DJ, music and fun for the whole family
October 12
Join us for an unforgettable day of music, fun, and community as we come together to support a great cause! The Love Out Loud Music Festival is back for its second year, and we couldn't be more excited to see you there.
October 19
HarvestFest and Scarecrows in The Square
Marietta’s HarvestFest is an annual festival held each October. The festival includes the HarvestFest Arts & Crafts Show, Touch-A-Truck, Scarecrows In The Square, Costume Contest, Pie Eating Contest presented by Pie Bar, and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival. The festival is sure to please the whole family!
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Fall Festival
Join us for our Fall Festival on October 19 from 4-7 PM! 
Enjoy delicious food, fun games, live music, and more. Bring the whole family, invite your friends and neighbors for a fantastic
October 26
Marietta PAL Fall Festival Family Fun House
The Kennesaw Grand Prix Series is the premier 5K race series in North Georgia. The course is mostly asphalt and is flat and fast. The race begins at Kennesaw First Baptist Church, heads north on Main Street, meanders through Swift-Cantrell Park, and finishes in historic downtown Kennesaw. Runners will cross the finish line into a post-race party for the awards ceremony and celebration.
October 31
Fall Festival at The Avenue West Cobb
Join The Avenue West Cobb for our annual Fall Festival on Halloween, October 31st from 4-6 PM. Enjoy safe store-to-store trick-or-treating, pumpkins, balloon artists, maze, your favorite movie characters, strolling entertainers, pet costume contest and much more
November 1
Enjoy an evening of live music, performances, and local art as you shop, dine, and experience all Marietta Square has to offer at the Marietta Square Art Walk!
November 2
More than 30 restaurants will participate in the 2024 Taste of Kennesaw. Grab an adult beverage from the Beer Garden & sample delicious food from local restaurants including Solacito Lindo, Nagel’s Bagels, Alumni Cookie Dough, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Bernie’s, Williamson Brothers BBQ, 1885 Grill, & many more!
Fall Activities
September 21
Kids' Workshop - Harvest Hayride
Join DIY-U kids for an autumn adventure where mini builders will create their very own harvest hayride toy.
October 5
This will be our LAST YEAR DOING OUR ANNUAL GHOST CROWNS for our halloween Pageant!
October 19
Pop-In for Family Fun - Boo! Halloween
Explore the Marietta History Center on the 3rd Saturday of each month with family fun activities! Activities are held from 10 am. to 4 p.m. in the galleries.
Halloween Adventures
October 3
Lights, Camera, Avenue - Hocus Pocus
Gather in East Cobb’s hometown hangout to kick back, relax, + enjoy movie classics on the jumbo LED screen starting at 6PM.
Scary Movies at The Strand: Scream (1996)
A year after the murder of her mother, a teenage girl is terrorized by a masked killer who targets her and her friends by using scary movies as part of a deadly game.
October 5
Strand Ole Opry: Fa-BOO-lous Halloween Hits
Calling all Country Goblins and Ghouls for a celebration full of Fa-BOO-lous Halloween Hits!
October 10
Scary Movies at The Strand: Young Frankenstein (1974)
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein is a nostalgic, hilarious spoof-tribute to classic horror films featuring a fantastic performance by Gene Wilder. One of writer-producer-director Mel Brooks' best films, Young Frankenstein was made with obvious affection for Mary Shelley's classic novel about corpse revival by a God-aspiring mad scientist. See it on the big screen at The Strand this October!
October 17
Four young friends bound by a tragic accident are reunited when they find themselves being stalked by a hook-wielding maniac in their small seaside town.
October 19
Pop-In for Family Fun - Boo! Halloween
Explore the Marietta History Center on the 3rd Saturday of each month with family fun activities! Activities are held from 10 am. to 4 p.m. in the galleries.
City of Kennesaw Parks & Recreation beckons area ghouls, ninjas, superheroes, and princesses to “Spook-Central Park” for its annual Fall-O-Ween Fest at Swift-Cantrell Park on Saturday, October 19 from 3:00 – 7:00 PM. Admission is free.
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Fall Festival
Fall Market Center at Cobb all day + Shop artisan, gift and craft Vendors + Giveaways, performances, DJ, music and fun for the whole family
October 20
Infinity: Halloween Mega Battle
Come join us at noon on Oct 20th at Hobbytown USA for the third annual Infinity Halloween Mega Battle!
WCG Digimon Card Game Halloween Event
Spooky times in the digital world! This special event helps to celebrate the scary festivities of Halloween!
October 24
Scary Movies at The Strand: Friday The 13th (1980)
When a group of teenage camp counselors attempts to re-open an abandoned summer camp with a tragic past, they are stalked by a mysterious relentless killer.
October 25
Scary Movies at The Strand: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) 8pm
Not just a movie, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a cult tradition that has been passed down through generations. As always, patrons are invited to enjoy the movie in costume. A live organ pre-show on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ will begin thirty minutes before showtime.
Scary Movies at The Strand: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) 11:59pm
Not just a movie, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a cult tradition that has been passed down through generations. As always, patrons are invited to enjoy the movie in costume. A live organ pre-show on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ will begin thirty minutes before showtime.
October 26
Halloween Party at Town Center at Cobb
Trick or Treat at the Halloween Party at Town Center at Cobb all day + Shop Fall Vendors, Giveaways, performances, DJ, music and fun for the whole family from 11a-6p in Center Court at Town Center at Cobb. Come in Costume!
Scary Movies at the Strand: Hocus Pocus (1991)
Celebrate Halloween with the beloved classic Hocus Pocus at The Strand!
The Kennesaw Grand Prix Series is the premier 5K race series in North Georgia.
Bring your tots to Avenue East Cobb for an afternoon they won’t forget at Avenue Kids! Each month will feature themed activities, crafts, games + more to help their imagination grow. Avenue Kids is recommended for children under 7.
Magic the Gathering: Hobbytown Halloween Horror
Celebrate Halloween with a spook-tacular event that invites players to participate in Sealed Deck events with a chilling twist.
Enjoy a safe place to Trick or Treat from the trunks of Cobb County Police vehicles and community partners.
Marietta PAL Fall Festival Family Fun House
Marietta PAL’s Fall Fesitval Family Fun House is fun for all ages! Enjoy vendors, interactive games, fun photo ops, costume prizes, food, and more at the Hugh L. Grogan Jr. Community Center.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow! A 5th Edition One-Shot
A schoolmaster vanishes in an isolated farming community in the Towering WOod of the Eldeen Reaches, while an ages-old curse is reawakened and an enchanted forest burns under the hooves of nightmare.
October 27
Discover Price Park - Trick or Treat Through the Meadow
Please join us for an evening of strolling through the meadow, making friends and trick or treating. Festivities begin at 5:00pm.
October 31
Join The Avenue West Cobb for our annual Fall Festival on Halloween, October 31st from 4-6 PM. Enjoy safe store-to-store trick-or-treating, pumpkins, balloon artists, maze, your favorite movie characters, strolling entertainers, pet costume contest and much more!
Scary Movies at The Strand: Nightmare On Elm Street (1984)
Written and directed by Wes Craven, Nightmare on Elm Street is about teenager Nancy Thompson who must uncover the dark truth concealed by her parents after she and her friends become targets of the spirit of a serial killer with a bladed glove in their dreams, in which if they die, it kills them in real life.
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Marietta & Kennesaw Apple Picking Fun: Guide to Local(ish) Orchards
It's apple-picking time in Marietta & Kennesaw! Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, Marietta & Kennesaw has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards nearby to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking spots close to Marietta & Kennesaw. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!
Top Fall Break Camps in Marietta & Kennesaw: Fun-Filled Options
As the vibrant colors of fall start to paint our Marietta and Kennesaw communities, the excitement of Fall Break approaches. Whether you’re looking for a way to keep the kids entertained while school’s out or seeking a unique experience to help them explore new interests, our guide to Fall Break Camps has you covered. From arts and crafts to sports and outdoor adventures, there’s something for every child to enjoy during this beautiful season. So, grab a warm cup of apple cider, cozy up, and discover the perfect camp for your little ones to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a Book
September 15 - October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month and we have created a booklist for all ages. Help us celebrate the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States with these books by Latinx authors!
We hope this guide helps you make the most of this beautiful season with your family and friends. As you explore all the fall fun our area has to offer, remember to keep checking back for more updates and new events. Whether you're carving pumpkins, enjoying a local festival, or simply taking in the crisp autumn air, we wish you a season full of warmth, joy, and cherished memories. Happy fall, y'all!
