Atlanta Top Labor Day Picks

Labor Day Events and OutingsStarlight Six Drive-In
2000 Moreland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA
Check in at the annual Drive Invasion festival August 30-31, which is famous for cult classic movies, live bands and vendors.

Callaway Gardens
US Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Turn skyward for one last salute to summer fun during the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival August 31-September 2.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
1978 Island Ford Pkwy, Atlanta, GA
Shoot the 'Hooch, bike Sope Creek or jog the three-mile Cochran Trail.

Lake Lanier Islands
6950 Holiday Rd, Buford, GA
Bring water skis, beach towels and golf clubs to the default holiday destination for most of metro Atlanta.

Decatur Book Festival (Aug 29-31)

The AJC's annual book festival brings together literary fans, world-class authors, live music and cooking demonstrations to the Decatur square. Admission is free, and the festival lasts all weekend long.

Road to Freedom: Photographs of the Civil Rights Movement

Get a little reflective with one of the most powerful and legendary exhibits ever on display at the High Museum.

Grant Park
Corner of Berne St and Boulevard, Atlanta, GA
Invading Grant Park over the holiday weekend is the Cork and Fork festival. For $35 a person enjoy interesting wines and high-end beer, plus sample some of the best Pan-Asian in the city from new-comer, Steel Restaurant.

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Outdoor Restaurants and BarsTreehouse Pub
7 Kings Cir NE, Atlanta, GA
One of the coziest watering holes in town offers a busy after-work scene and intimate patio.

Park Tavern | Website
500 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA
Outdoor dining and a solid beer list complement a spectacular view overlooking Piedmont Park and the Atlanta skyline.

Wahoo! A Decatur Grill | Website
1042 W College Ave, Decatur, GA
Neighborhood bistro serves up stellar seafood and comfort food in a pleasant atmosphere.

Zaya
240 North Highland Ave., Atlanta, GA
Inman Park’s newest addition boasts seating right off the bustling Highland Avenue--great for people watching, and baba ghanuj noshing. Also with cheap drink specials, it's a nice pre-game spot before catching a show at Dad’s Garage.

Brewhouse Cafe
401 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
One of Atlanta’s best patios right in the middle of Little Five Points. The burgers and suds are indie-rific and people-scoping doesn’t get much better.

Diesel Filling Station
870 Highland Avenue, Atlanta, GA
Taking over the former Dish digs, this little burgers n’ brews joint has a covered patio, just in case the temps soar, summer-style.

Two Urban Licks | Website
820 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA
Two isn’t known for its happenin’ patio, and that’s because it’s a bit secret. Hidden in the very back of the old Poncey-Highland digs is a smattering of tables, perfect sky line view and (!!) a bocce ball court.

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Labor Day ShoppingNorth Georgia Premium Outlets
800 Hwy 400 S, Dawsonville, GA
If all else fails, you can always spend your day off shopping and bargain hunting.

Atlantic Station
18th St, Atlanta, GA
Retail space meets living quarters in a mini-metropolis in West Midtown.

Lenox Square
3393 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
Atlanta's signature mall is a tourist attraction and a weekend hangout for locals.

H&M North Point
1081 North Point Mall, Alpharetta, GA
Perhaps a reason for ladies to venture to NorthPoint mall, this H&M has less crowds, and only gifts for gals.

Virginia Highland
North Highland Ave, Atlanta, GA
Nothing like taking an early fall stroll through the city’s most picturesque neighborhood, stocked with boutique shops and great restaurants.

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