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Although the state of Georgia is a great destination for beach vacations from May to August, the fall season also has much to offer visitors. The Georgia National Fair with traditional Southern entertainment and plenty of food, the state's largest annual aerial extravaganza at the Wings Over North Georgia Air Show, and the most popular community festival in Atlanta, Candler Park Fall Fest – all of these events await you in October. And, of course, from October to early November, fall colors cover Georgia. April and May are also excellent months to visit, with events like the Atlanta Film Festival, Georgia State Fair, Atlanta Jazz Festival, and Georgia Renaissance Festival.

68 things to do in Georgia, USA

Georgia National Fair

October 3-13, 2024 Event

Traditional Southern entertainment and plenty of food

Wings Over North Georgia Air Show

October 17-19, 2025 Event

The largest annual aerial extravaganza in the state

Shaky Knees Music Festival

May 3-5, 2024 Event

One of the largest music festivals of the Southeast

SweetWater 420 Fest

April 20-21, 2024 Event

Much more than your typical beer festival with three core values—quality music, beer, and environment

Memorial Day Weekend

May 25–27, 2024 Event

Honor ceremonies, one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country, beer in the zoo, and plenty of other events await you in Atlanta

High Shoals Falls & Blue Hole Falls

all year round Activity

A short hike to two stunning waterfalls in a green forest near Helen, Georgia

Georgia State Fair

April 26–May 5, 2024 Event

One of the longest running fairs in the United States

North Georgia State Fair

September 19–29, 2024 Event

One of the largest carnival midways in the U.S.

Candler Park Fall Fest

October 5-6, 2024 Event

The most popular comunity festival in Atlanta

Georgia Renaissance Festival

April 13-June 2, 2024 Event

One of top 20 most popular events in the Southeast

Atlanta Film Festival

April 25-May 5, 2024 Event

The largest and longest running film festival in the South

Atlanta Jazz Festival

May 25–27, 2024 Event

Free jazz on the backdrop of the historic Piedmont Park

Atlanta International Auto Show

March 23–26, 2023 Event

A showcase of the latest models in the car industry

Atlanta Dogwood Festival

April 12-14, 2024 Event

One of the greatest spring traditions in Atlanta

Atlanta Science Festival

March 23, 2025 Event

A massive annual science and technology fair, interesting for all ages

Atlanta Pride

October 12–13, 2024 Event

The largest Pride festival of the Southeast United States

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

February 13-March 7, 2024 Event

One of the largest cinema events in Georgia

Atlanta Greek Festival

September 19-22, 2024 Event

A great celebration of Greek culture in the middle of Atlanta

Atlanta Air Show

October 26-27, 2024 Event

Witness breathtaking aerial feats at the Atlanta Air Show

Atlanta Ice Cream Festival

July 27, 2024 Event

Cool youself off with America's favourite dessert

Decatur Wine Festival

November 9, 2024 Event

The largest outdoor wine festival in Atlanta

Atlanta Caribbean Carnival

May 25, 2024 Event

A vibrant celebration of Caribbean music and culture

Atlanta Summer Beer Fest

June 22, 2025 Event

A large beer celebration offering over 200 varieties of your favourite drink

Atlanta International Fashion Week

September 28–29, 2024 Event

A global fashion experience in downtown Atlanta

Imagine Music Festival

September 14–17, 2023 Event

A bustling EDM event at Atlanta Motor Speedway

JapanFest Atlanta

September 21–22, 2024 Event

One of the largest Japanese cultural events in the U.S.A.

Children's Season on the Square

early December 2024 Event

One of the largest and most popular holiday celebrations in the South

Blade Show

June 7-9, 2024 Event

The planet's biggest knife show with a thousand exhibitors

The Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade

May 11, 2024 Event

Light up the BeltLine with thousands of colorful lanterns

Georgia Peach Festival

May 31–June 1, 2024 | June 8, 2024 Event

Could be the best peaches in the world

ONE Musicfest

October 26–27, 2024 Event

The prominent progressive urban music fest in the Southeast

Atlanta Black Theatre Festival

August 30-31, 2024 Event

A unique event of its kind and one of the top theatre​ festivals in Georgia

Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade & Events

March 2 & 15–16, 2024 Event

Atlanta's longest-running event celebrates all things Irish

Georgia 4th of July Events & Fireworks

June 29–July 7, 2024 Event

Southern hospitality and food spice up the Independence Day in Georgia

East Palisades Trail

all year round Activity

A great hike along the eastern banks of the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta

Atlanta Marathon

February 2, 2025 Event

See all the Olympic sites during one long run

Halloween in Atlanta: Festivals, Parades & Events

August 31–November 3, 2024 Event

Great food, family fun, and haunted tours

Christmas Lights

mid-November–early January Event

The best Christmas light displays in Georgia

Lakeside Lights Spectacular in Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

mid November–early January Event

Experience real winter fun and the magic of Christmas in Georgia

Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights

November 15, 2024–January 4, 2025 Event

A charming winter garden located just an hour southwest of Atlanta

International Cherry Blossom Festival in Macon

March 15-24, 2024 Event

A massive celebration in the cherry tree capital of America

Hot Air Balloon Festival at Callaway Gardens

August 31–September 1, 2024 Event

Dozens of balloons in one scenic spot!

Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race

May 30–June 1, 2024 Event

The only long-distance balloon race in the United States

Atlanta Labor Day Weekend

August 29–September 2, 2024 Event

What an adorable time to spend with your friends and family

Georgia Fall Colors

October–early November Nature

A blanket of red, orange, and yellow covers Georgia each fall. Here are the best ideas on how to take it all in

New Year's Eve in Atlanta

December 31 Event

Atlanta features some of the best events, parties, and things to do

New Year's Eve in Savannah

December 31 Event

Make beautiful memories by celebrating the upcoming year in Savannah

Hummingbird Migration

early March–mid-October (migration) | mid-November–December (wintering) Nature

Some of the zippy little guys visit the Peach State between spring and fall, while others stay here over winter

Baltimore Oriole

April–September Nature

Attracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens

Anna Ruby Falls

March–December Nature

Discover a pair of beautiful waterfalls amidst the forests of Northern Georgia

Dragon Con Atlanta

August 29–September 2, 2024 Event

One of the country's top fantasy and sci-fi conventions in Atlanta, Georgia

Stargazing

all year round (best September–February) Nature

Observatories and stargazing spots in northern Georgia

Suds of the Square

May 18, 2024 Event

Beer, wine, and live music in downtown Fayetteville

Savannah 4th of July Fireworks, Events & Shows

July 4 Event

Celebrate Independence Day in one of the coziest cities in America

Alive in Roswell Festival

every third Thursday of each month (April - October) Event

After visiting this fest once, you'll want to do it every month

Mule Day

November 1-2, 2024 Event

Celebration of hard-working donkeys and the region's agriculture

Georgia Apple Festival in Ellijay

October 12–13, 2024 | October 19–20, 2024 Event

Enjoy two exciting weekends full of apples and fun activities for the whole family

Elberton Fair

October 17-27, 2024 Event

Over ten days of unstoppable fun in Elberton, GA

Georgia-Carolina State Fair in Augusta

October 18–27, 2024 Event

Spend the best 10 days of your life at this fun-packed state fair

Perry Dogwood Festival

April 13-14, 2025 Event

Get a cuteness overload at this dog festival

Tybee Island Pirate Fest

October 10–13, 2024 Event

One of the most popular annual events on a barrier island near Savannah

Savannah Music Festival

March 28-April 13, 2025 Event

A world of music in a single city!

Vidalia Onion Festival

April 25–28, 2024 Event

One of the top US food festivals is not only about food

Savannah Jazz Festival

September 18–22, 2024 Event

A week of world-class music at one of jazz's birthplaces

Martin Luther King Day

January 20, 2025 Event

Savannah offers an array of activities to celebrate MLK Day

SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival

mid-April Event

A colorful celebration of creativity in Savannah

Skidaway Island Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

February 22, 2025 Event

Expereince the beauty of Skidaway Island on a run

Best Beaches in Savannah

May–October Nature

Discover some of the top beach escapes of the southeastern U.S.

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