Name: Sweet Auburn Barbecue Fires Up the McDonough BBQ & Bluegrass Festival
Start: 2026-10-10T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Sweet Auburn BBQ

Sweet Auburn BBQ

Sweet Auburn Barbecue is bringing barbecue, bluegrass and a little friendly competition to McDonough on Saturday, October 10, from noon to 4 p.m. The inaugural McDonough BBQ &amp; Bluegrass Festival will feature Sweet Auburn Barbecue, Terminus City Barbecue, Dhaba BBQ and NO Sauce Smokehouse serving dishes created for the occasion, plus live music from Dusty Roads, a People’s Choice competition, local vendors, a Kids Zone and more. Tickets are $45 for adults and $25 for kids and include barbecue from all participating pitmasters. Sweet Auburn Barbecue is located at 1828 Jonesboro Road in McDonough. For more information and tickets, visit sweetauburnbbq.com and follow @sweetauburnbbq and @sweetauburnbbq_mcd on Instagram.

Local Event: Sweet Auburn Barbecue Fires Up the McDonough BBQ & Bluegrass Festival

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Ryan has done stand up on Last Call With Carson Daly, Adam Devine’s House Party, and has recorded a Comedy Central Half Hour special. He’s also known for his viral “Overly Excited Tourist” web series.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156363/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

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Go beyond the usual suspects and discover some of Europe’s lesser-known grape varieties at TBB 122 on Wednesday, October 7 at 5:30 p.m.
This tasting takes you on a journey through Spain, Italy and France, showcasing distinctive wines made from grapes that may not always get the spotlight—but definitely deserve a place at the table.
$45 per person | Small bites included
The Tasting Lineup:
Mont Rubi, “L’Ancestral” Rosé 100% Sumoll, Penedès, Spain 
Mont Rubi, “White” 100% Xarel·lo, Penedès, Spain
Domaine de Gry Sablon, Gamay 100% Gamay, AOC Beaujolais Villages, France
Cantina Sampietrana, “Centoare”, 100% Primitivo, IGP Puglia, Italy 
Cantine de Falco, “Serre di Sant’ Elia” 80% Negroamaro, 20% Malvasia Nera, DOP Squinzano, Italy 
Come taste, explore and discover a few grapes that may be new to you—because sometimes the underdogs make the most memorable pours. 🍷
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 
5:30 p.m. 
$45 per person | Small bites included
Reservations are required.
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Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University

Experience Mel Brooks’ classic comedy “Young Frankenstein” starring Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Marty Feldman, Teri Garr, Cloris Leachman, Madeline Kahn and Gene Hackman. Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (“that’s Fronk-en-steen!) is an American medical lecturer distancing himself from his infamous grandfather's legacy, only to inherit the family’s Transylvania castle and again test historic reanimation experiments with hilarious results. Nominated for two Oscars and ranked among the best comedies captured on film, this 1974 hit is presented with Rialto’s recently upgraded digital projector, screen and sound system.

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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” &amp; under): $3
Monday – Thursday (42” &amp; over): $5
Friday (42” &amp; over): $10
Saturday (42” &amp; over, opens at 1 p.m.): $10
Sunday (42” &amp; over, opens at 1 p.m.): $10
Rides &amp; 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, <a href="https://atlantafair.net/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Atlanta Fair</a>, 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 <a href="https://atlantafair.net/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">atlantafair.net</a> and on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ATLfair" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/ATLFAIR</a>

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