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Free things to do with kids this weekend in Atlanta (October 9–11)

Updated October 10, 2026

The weekend of October 9–11 in Atlanta brings Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival at Downtown Alpharetta (Friday) and GWTI Teacher Professional Development at Atlanta History Center (Saturday). Every listing comes from the organizer's own calendar, with times, venues, and official links — free ones are marked.

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Free family events in Atlanta this weekend: October 9–11

Friday, October 9

9 events · 9 free · already happened

  1. Homeschool Fun Friday

    Brookhaven Library · Atlanta · Ages 5–13

    Ages 5 to 12 years Join us as we play games, meet new friends, and do our October activity—junk journaling.

    Free Official ↗

  2. Preschool Storytime

    Doraville Library · Doraville · Ages 1–5

    Ages 3 to 5 years An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, fun activities, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.

    Free Official ↗

  3. Building Blocks

    Redan-Trotti Library · Lithonia · Ages 1–5

    Ages 0 to 24 months Building Blocks provides an environment where children and caregivers begin to develop language, motor, and social skills together.

    Free Official ↗

  4. Homeschool Friday

    Embry Hills Library · Chamblee · Ages 3–12

    Family (All Ages) Homeschoolers, come to the branch to interact with other homeschoolers and parents.

    Free Official ↗

  5. Once Upon A Not So Spooky Maze

    Once Upon a Maze · Alpharetta · Ages 5–12

    Join us for a Not-So-Spooky holiday adventure for the whole family!

    Free Official ↗

  6. Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

    Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio · Suwanee · Ages 3–12

    A hands-on program showing how to use a sewing machine.

    Free Official ↗

  7. Pony Bead Wall Art

    Hairston Crossing Library · Stone Mountain · Ages 10–13

    Ages 13 to 17 years Make a small fall-themed art piece to hang on your wall using pony beads.

    Free Official ↗

  8. Plot Buddies

    Salem-Panola Library · Lithonia · Ages 5–13

    Ages 8 to 12 years This club is for beginning and aspiring young writers to develop their creative writing technique and find other creatives to share their works.

    Free Official ↗

  9. Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival

    Downtown Alpharetta · Alpharetta · Ages 3–12

    Enjoy live music from more than 30 performers at six outdoor stages through the streets of Downtown Alpharetta as local, regional and…

    Free Official ↗

Saturday, October 10

20 events · 20 free

  1. GWTI Teacher Professional Development

    Atlanta History Center · Atlanta · Ages 3–12

    Free with RSVP RSVP Capacity is limited to 50 participants on a first-come first-served basis.

    Free Official ↗

  2. Chalktoberfest

    Marietta Square · Marietta · Ages 5–12

    is an art-filled weekend with something for the whole family to enjoy.

    Free Official ↗

  3. Fall Family Fun

    Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

    in the Children’s Garden will delight youngsters of all ages!

    Free Official ↗

  4. Family Nature Program

    Atlanta Parks and Recreation · Atlanta · Ages 3–13

    Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Atlanta.

    Free Official ↗

  5. Frog Feeding

    Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

    s at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals.

    Free Official ↗

  6. Sensory Playtime

    Hairston Crossing Library · Stone Mountain · Ages 1–5

    Ages 1 to 5 years Sensory play encourages young children to engage with all of their senses and helps develop language and motor skills.

    Free Official ↗

  7. Hiking Storytime

    Stonecrest Library · Lithonia · Ages 3–12

    Family (All Ages) An interactive storytime on the move outdoors.

    Free Official ↗

  8. Sensory Play

    Salem-Panola Library · Lithonia · Ages 1–5

    Ages 1 to 4 years Songs, activities, and more to engage the senses and develop language and motor skills.

    Free Official ↗

  9. Community | Hispanic Heritage Trivia

    Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch · Lawrenceville · Ages 3–12

    Bring the whole family to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by joining our Trivia Game!

    Free Official ↗

  10. Once Upon A Not So Spooky Maze

    Once Upon a Maze · Alpharetta · Ages 5–12

    Join us for a Not-So-Spooky holiday adventure for the whole family!

    Free Official ↗

  11. Garden Chef Demo: Pamela D. Jones Mack

    Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta · Ages 3–12

    Select Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. during the Fall.

    Free Official ↗

  12. Saturday Matinee at the Library

    Embry Hills Library · Chamblee · Ages 3–12

    Family (All Ages) Come watch a movie and have some popcorn on us.

    Free Official ↗

  13. Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival

    Downtown Alpharetta · Alpharetta · Ages 3–12

    Enjoy live music from more than 30 performers at six outdoor stages through the streets of Downtown Alpharetta as local, regional and…

    Free Official ↗

  14. GOTSpace Rocketry Program

    Covington Library · Decatur · Ages 5–13

    Ages 12 to 18 years Join Georgia Tech’s two rocket teams for a rocketry activity.

    Free Official ↗

  15. Family Fitness and Play

    Atlanta Parks and Recreation · Atlanta · Ages 5–13

    Low-pressure movement, games, and recreation for families in Atlanta.

    Free Official ↗

  16. Hoop Group: Embroidery and Cross Stitch

    Redan-Trotti Library · Lithonia · Ages 3–12

    Family (All Ages) From beginners to experts, all are welcome to socialize, share in-progress projects, and learn tips and tricks for cross-stitch and embroidery.

    Free Official ↗

  17. Magic: The Gathering for Teens

    Chamblee Library · Chamblee · Ages 10–13

    Ages 12 to 18 years Invite your friends and bring everything you need to play Magic: The Gathering.

    Free Official ↗

  18. Movies Under the Stars: E.T.

    Church Street Park · Marietta · Ages 3–12

    Free monthly outdoor movie nights in Church Street Park.

    Free Official ↗

  19. Atlanta Pride 2026

    Piedmont Park Conservancy · Atlanta · Ages 3–12

    *This event is hosted by an external partner and is not produced by Piedmont Park Conservancy.

    Free Official ↗

  20. Take & Make Saturdays

    Decatur Library · Decatur · Ages 5–12

    Ages 5 to 10 years Pick up a craft kit and craft at home while supplies last.

    Free Official ↗

Sunday, October 11

5 events · 5 free

  1. Fall Family Fun

    Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta · Ages 5–12

    in the Children’s Garden will delight youngsters of all ages!

    Free Official ↗

  2. Family Nature Program

    Atlanta Parks and Recreation · Atlanta · Ages 3–13

    Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Atlanta.

    Free Official ↗

  3. Chalktoberfest

    Marietta Square · Marietta · Ages 5–12

    is an art-filled weekend with something for the whole family to enjoy.

    Free Official ↗

  4. Once Upon A Not So Spooky Maze

    Once Upon a Maze · Alpharetta · Ages 5–12

    Join us for a Not-So-Spooky holiday adventure for the whole family!

    Free Official ↗

  5. Gaming | Grayson Chess Club

    Grayson Branch · Grayson · Ages 3–12

    Checkmate boredom and join us for some friendly competition!

    Free Official ↗