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ATLANTA — This weekend in Atlanta is buzzing with excitement for all interests. From the lively Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain to cultural celebrations like JapanFest, there's something for everyone to enjoy across the city.

Here are 11 events happening in and near metro Atlanta this weekend:

See “A Raisin in the Sun”

Date and location: Sept. 13 – Oct. 6 at Theatrical Outfit, 84 Luckie St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30306

Short description of event: Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun comes to Atlanta with a fresh look at an American classic that proves to be as provocative and powerful today as it was in 1959.

Link to event details: A Raisin in the Sun

Pumpkin Festival - Play by Day, Glow by Night

Date and location: Sept. 14 – Nov. 3 at Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Drive, Stone Mountain

Short description of event: Enjoy family-friendly attractions and fall entertainment with classic storybook characters during the day. After sunset, experience a Glow-a-Long Party Parade, the World’s Largest Pumpkin Drone andamp; Light Show, and other glowing, not-so-spooky activities.

Link to event details: Pumpkin Festival Details

Atlanta Greek Festival

Date and location: Sept. 19 – Sept. 22 from 5-10 p.m. at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 2500 Clairmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30329

Short description of event: Escape to Greece without leaving the city! Enjoy Greek dancing, live music, and delicious Greek food at the outdoor Atlanta Greek Festival.

Link to event details: Atlanta Greek Festival

Characters andamp; Cocktails

Date and location: Sept. 20 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA), 1315 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Short description: Explore MODA’s new exhibition, Characters: Type in Action, focusing on typography in social justice and civil rights, while enjoying cocktails.

Link to event details: Characters andamp; Cocktails

REVOLT WORLD

Date and location: Sept. 20 – Sept. 22 at 3350 Greenbriar Parkway SW, Atlanta, GA

Short description of event: A 3-day immersive experience featuring live performances, masterclasses, and impactful conversations with cultural creatives.

Link to event details: Revolt World

2024 Million Meal Pack with the Atlanta Hawks

Date and location: Sept. 21 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at State Farm Arena, 1 State Farm Drive, Atlanta, GA 30303

Short description of event: Join the Atlanta Hawks and Hands On Atlanta in packing 1 million meals for families in need across Metro Atlanta.

Link to event details: Million Meal Pack

March of Dads

Date and location: Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 590 Cascade Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

Short description of event: A live event celebrating and empowering Black and brown fathers, while breaking negative stereotypes portrayed in the media.

Link to event details: March of Dads

BackYARD Fest

Date and location: Sept. 21 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Home Depot Backyard, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313

Short description of event: Celebrate HBCU culture with food trucks, performances, games, and a featured movie next to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Link to event details: BackYARD Fest

JapanFest Atlanta

Date and location: Sept. 21 – Sept. 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097

Short description of event: Celebrate Japanese culture through performances, food, comedy, and more at this annual festival.

Link to event details: JapanFest

Barks and Bites: Doggie Crawl on the Beltline

Date and location: Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Atlanta Beltline Arboretum Eastside Trail, 240 North Highland Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Short description of event: Take your dog on a restaurant crawl along the Beltline, with dog-friendly dishes, craft beer, and a special “Dog Brew.”

Link to event details: Doggie Crawl

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