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Annual Gala / Fundraiser

Actors Express hosts its annual fundraiser gala.

2026–2027 Season Opens

The Alliance Theatre's new 2026–2027 season opens in fall 2026.

Annual Community Grants

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation offers an annual grant cycle supporting sports, wellness, and community programs across metro Atlanta.

Scarecrows in the Garden

From October 1 through November 2, 2026 the Atlanta Botanical Garden hosts its 23rd annual Scarecrows in the Garden community exhibit. It is included with general admission.

Can Can Ball

The Can Can Ball is an annual black-tie event co-hosted by the Atlanta Apartment Association and Atlanta Community Food Bank featuring live music, dancing, and auctions.

Bowl for Kids' Sake

Big Brothers Big Sisters Metro Atlanta hosts its annual Bowl for Kids' Sake bowling fundraiser. Teams fundraise and bowl at local alleys with 100% of proceeds supporting mentoring programs.

Cobb Bash

Boys & Girls Clubs Metro Atlanta hosts its annual premier Cobb County fundraising event supporting Great Futures for local youth.

Annual Programs & Fundraising Campaign

The CDC Foundation supports year-round public health initiatives with an annual fundraising campaign.

Annual Patron Dinner

Chattahoochee Riverkeeper hosts its annual Patron Dinner honoring river advocates, historically held in October at The Foundry at Puritan Mill.

Fall Family Programs & Events

The Children's Museum of Atlanta offers fall programming, seasonal exhibits, and special events.

Annual Harvest Festival / Fundraiser

Food Well Alliance hosts its annual Harvest Festival celebrating Atlanta's urban farm network.

Broadway & Touring Productions

The Fox Theatre offers year-round Broadway touring productions, concerts, and special events.

Empty the Shelters

Furkids participates in the national Empty the Shelters event with reduced adoption fees for cats around the first week of October.

Annual Reunion & Fundraiser

GRRA hosts its annual reunion and fundraiser for adopters, fosters, and supporters.

Haunted Seas

Georgia Aquarium hosts its annual spooky Halloween activation called Haunted Seas.

Welcome to Our Neighborhood Gala

Habitat for Humanity Atlanta hosts its annual flagship fundraiser with an elegant evening and live auction benefiting affordable homeownership.

Annual Civic Leaders Recognition

Hands On Atlanta hosts its annual celebration recognizing outstanding Civic Leaders and volunteers.

Heroes for Hope Gala

Hope Atlanta hosts its annual flagship Heroes for Hope Gala.

Annual Housing Summit

HouseATL hosts its annual affordable housing summit bringing together leaders, developers, and advocates.

Annual Family Engagement Events

KIPP Atlanta Schools hosts annual family engagement and fundraising events at its Collegiate and metro campuses.

Annual Gala

New American Pathways hosts its annual fundraiser gala supporting refugee resettlement and services.

Annual Events & Global Health Programs

The Task Force for Global Health offers year-round global health programs from its Decatur location.

Annual Fall Native Tree Sale

Trees Atlanta hosts its annual fall native tree sale.

Annual Campaign Kickoff

United Way Greater Atlanta launches its annual workplace giving campaign engaging hundreds of companies.

Annual Community Block Party & Fundraiser

Westside Future Fund hosts its annual community block party and fundraiser in Atlanta's historic Westside neighborhoods.

Fernbank After Dark

Held on the second Friday of every month at Fernbank Museum this adults-only event is open to the public.

Fast & Furriest 5K

Angels Among Us hosts its annual Fast & Furriest 5K at Webb Bridge Park in Alpharetta welcoming runners, walkers, and dogs.

UPS Second Sunday

On the second Sunday of every month the High Museum of Art offers free admission for all visitors from 12–5pm.

Venture Atlanta 2026 Conference

From October 14–15, 2026 at Woodruff Arts Center & Atlanta Symphony Hall the Venture Atlanta Conference is the Southeast's premier VC event with 1,600+ attendees.

JA Inspire / Annual Fundraiser

Junior Achievement of Georgia hosts its annual JA Inspire career and workforce readiness event at the Georgia World Congress Center.

Nature Navigator Walk

On the 3rd Saturday of the month Science ATL offers a free guided nature walk at a local Atlanta park.

Boo at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta hosts its annual Boo at the Zoo Halloween celebration with family-friendly costumes welcome.

Paws for Cocktails

Furkids hosts its annual Paws for Cocktails gala with open bar, auctions, dinner, and live music.

Boo at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta hosts its annual Boo at the Zoo Halloween celebration with family-friendly costumes welcome.

PNC Atlanta 10 Miler & 5K

On Sunday October 25, 2026 the PNC Atlanta 10 Miler & 5K starts at Atlantic Station with a 10-mile course through Buckhead plus shorter distances.

Party for the PAWS

PAWS Atlanta hosts its 60th anniversary Party for the PAWS gala with open bar, auctions, casino games, and doggy runway.

Bob Busse Memorial Golf Classic

On Monday October 26, 2026 at Country Club of Roswell the 31st annual Bob Busse Memorial Golf Classic benefits Special Olympics Georgia athletic programs.

14th Annual Gala

On Thursday October 29, 2026 Fix Georgia Pets hosts its 14th annual Under the Sea themed gala with open bar, food, and auctions.

Hunger Action Month & Holiday Drive

From November through December the Atlanta Community Food Bank runs its Hunger Action Month and holiday drive with volunteer sorting, fundraising, and giving. Every dollar provides 3 meals.

Annual ASO Gala

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra hosts its annual gala at Woodruff Arts Center with an elegant evening and ASO performance.

Youth of the Year Gala

Boys & Girls Clubs Metro Atlanta hosts its annual Youth of the Year Gala celebrating exceptional teen leaders.

Fall/Holiday Performance Season

The Center for Puppetry Arts offers fall and holiday family performances.

Annual Members Celebration

Chattahoochee Riverkeeper hosts its annual members celebration at Riverview Landing in Mableton with appetizers and drinks.

Thanksgiving Produce Drive

Concrete Jungle runs its annual Thanksgiving produce collection where volunteers distribute fresh produce for holiday meals.

A Timeless Affair

Fernbank Museum hosts its annual black-tie gala A Timeless Affair beneath the dinosaurs with bold cuisine, music, dancing, and auctions.

Annual Fundraiser Gala at Delta Flight Museum

Second Helpings Atlanta hosts its annual gala at Delta Flight Museum honoring Delta CEO Ed Bastian.

TAG Chair's Gala

TAG hosts its annual fall Chair's Gala recognizing Georgia's top tech visionaries.

Annual Campaign Celebration

United Way Greater Atlanta hosts its annual campaign celebration.

Season of Giving

From November 18 through December 7, 2026 United Way Greater Atlanta runs its Season of Giving with volunteer projects and community events.

Whitney M. Young Golf Classic

The Urban League Greater Atlanta hosts its annual Whitney M. Young Golf Classic fundraiser.

Fall Production

From November 7–15, 2026 Atlanta Opera presents its fall production at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

Lamplighter Gala

Shepherd Center hosts its annual Lamplighter Gala on the first Saturday of November with dining, dancing, and entertainment.

UPS Second Sunday

On the second Sunday of every month the High Museum of Art offers free admission for all visitors from 12–5pm.

IllumiNights Lantern Festival

Zoo Atlanta hosts its annual IllumiNights Lantern Festival. Tickets often sell out early.

Fernbank After Dark

Held on the second Friday of every month at Fernbank Museum this adults-only event is open to the public.

Garden Lights

From November 14, 2026 through January 10, 2027 Atlanta Botanical Garden presents its 16th annual Garden Lights, Holiday Nights with millions of LED lights. Timed-entry tickets are required and sell out early.

Fall 5K Celebration

Girls on the Run Georgia hosts its annual fall 5K celebration as a non-competitive event open to the public benefiting the scholarship fund.

Sleep Out

On the Thursday before Thanksgiving Covenant House Georgia hosts its annual Sleep Out where participants spend one night outdoors to raise funds for youth homelessness.

Nature Navigator Walk

On the 3rd Saturday of the month Science ATL offers a free guided nature walk at a local Atlanta park.

Thanksgiving Holiday Meal Service

On Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026 Atlanta Mission offers its annual holiday meal service.

Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon

On Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026 Atlanta Track Club hosts the Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon along with 5K and shorter distances.

Annual Thanksgiving Mega-Meal

On Thanksgiving Day Hosea Helps hosts one of Atlanta's largest annual mega-meals serving thousands of vulnerable residents.

Holiday Programs & Tours

Atlanta History Center offers annual holiday programming including Swan House holiday tours.

Winter Wonderland Holiday Campaign

Boys & Girls Clubs Metro Atlanta runs its annual December holiday campaign and toy drive.

Holiday Programs & Year-End Campaign

The Carter Center offers holiday programs and year-end giving events.

Holiday Community Meals & Giving

City of Refuge offers annual holiday meals and community giving programming.

Holiday at the Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium hosts its annual festive holiday event.

Holiday Food & Toy Drive

MUST Ministries runs its annual holiday food and toy drive benefiting families in Cherokee, Cobb, and Gwinnett counties.

2026 STEM Camps

Science ATL offers year-round STEM camps including winter sessions with hands-on programming.

Holiday Season of Giving

In December United Way Greater Atlanta runs its Holiday Season of Giving with volunteer opportunities across metro Atlanta.

The Nutcracker

From December 5–26, 2026 Atlanta Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre with live orchestra.

Eastside Beltline 12K-3K

On Saturday December 5, 2026 the Eastside Beltline 12K-3K takes place on the Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail.

Cookies with Santa

Zoo Atlanta hosts its annual Cookies with Santa event with crafts and photos. Tickets sell out every year.

Fernbank After Dark

Held on the second Friday of every month at Fernbank Museum this adults-only event is open to the public.

UPS Second Sunday

On the second Sunday of every month the High Museum of Art offers free admission for all visitors from 12–5pm.

Christmas Holiday Meal Service

On Christmas Day, December 25, 2026 Atlanta Mission offers its annual Christmas meal service.

Annual Christmas Mega-Meal

On Christmas Day Hosea Helps hosts its annual mega-meal serving thousands of vulnerable Atlantans.

New Year's Eve Mentee Benefit Gala

On Wednesday December 31, 2026 from 7pm–1am the 100 Black Men North Metro Atlanta hosts its annual New Year's Eve Mentee Benefit Gala.

Zoo Year's Eve

On Thursday December 31, 2026 Zoo Atlanta hosts its annual daytime New Year's Eve celebration from 11am–4pm with activities, countdowns, crafts, and party favors.