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Atlanta Fair Returns This Fall With New Rides, Food and Family Fun

Atlanta Fair Returns This Fall With New Rides, Food and Family Fun

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688 Central Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30315

Atlanta Fair, the city’s longest-running annual fair, returns Oct. 9–Nov. 8 with two new rides, Fireball and The Jumping Jumbos, joining the lineup of returning fan favorite attractions. Located at the corner of Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard and Central Avenue, across from Georgia State Stadium, this annual fall tradition will bring more than four weeks of high-flying thrills, classic carnival treats and family-friendly attractions for guests of all ages to enjoy.

The Atlanta Fair will feature returning heart-stopping rides such as the Expo Wheel, Nemesis 360 and Time Warp, among other fan favorites including bumper cars, the Himalaya and Orient Express. Younger guests can enjoy more family-friendly adventures on rides such as the Tea Cups, Scooby-Doo Kiddie Train and PuppyRoll.

Beyond the rides, guests can also look forward to classic fair treats and new local bites while taking in the sights and sounds of the midway. Offering something for thrill-seekers, families and food lovers alike, the Atlanta Fair brings over four weeks of fall fun for visitors of all ages.

WHAT:Atlanta Fair, Fall 2026

WHEN:Friday, Oct. 9 – Sunday, Nov. 8

Monday – Thursday: 5-10 p.m.

Friday: 5 – 11 p.m.

Saturday – Sunday: 1-11 p.m.

WHERE:Across from Georgia State (Center Parc Stadium)

688 Central Ave SW

Atlanta, GA 30315

HOW:Rides take between 2-4 tickets each per person.


Fair Entrance Fees:
Children (42” & under): $3

Monday – Thursday (42” & over): $5

Friday (42” & over): $10

Saturday (42” & over, opens at 1 p.m.): $10

Sunday (42” & over, opens at 1 p.m.): $10

Rides & Armbands

Unlimited Ride Armband: $35 (valid open-close, sold until 1 hour before closing)

Single tickets: $1.25 each

Book of 25 tickets: $25

Youth Attendance Policy

After 6 p.m. each day, no individual under the age of 17 will be allowed admission without a parent.

Clear Bag Policy

Only clear bags will be allowed and must not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”. One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags and small clutch purses, no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” are also permitted. Diaper bags and medically necessary items are allowed after proper inspection and tagging. ALL BAGS SUBJECT TO SEARCH.

Prohibited Items

Purses or clutch bags larger than 4.5” x 6.5”, backpacks, binocular cases, camera cases, cinch/drawstring bags, fanny packs, tinted or printed pattern plastic bags, oversize tote bags, mesh bags, briefcases, luggage of any kind and computer bags.

Gate Entry Policy
No fair entry is allowed Sunday through Thursday after 9:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday after 10:00 p.m.

About Atlanta Fair

Since its inception in 1980, The Atlanta Fair, across from Georgia State (Center Parc Stadium), has brought the thrills, excitement and sounds of the Midway to Georgia residents. Atlanta Fair has blossomed into one of the largest in-town fairs.

For more information, including weather updates, events and discounts visit Atlanta Fair online at atlantafair.net and on facebook.com/ATLFAIR

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