Name: Kickstart Holiday Shopping at Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival
Start: 2026-11-07T10:00:00-05:00

Get a head start on holiday shopping as the Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival returns to beautiful Chastain Park in Buckhead on Saturday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 8, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, the award-winning, two-day festival will feature more than 155 local and regional artists showcasing original artwork and handcrafted goods, including paintings, photography, sculptures, jewelry, hand-blown glass, leather goods and metalwork. 
Festivalgoers can get a jump on their holiday gift lists, meet the artists behind the work and find one-of-a-kind pieces while exploring the park. The weekend will also feature live artist demonstrations, hands-on activities, a children's area, food trucks and vendors, and music from a live DJ. 
The Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival is free to attend and open to all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome. The festival is located at Chastain Park, 4469 Stella Drive, Atlanta, GA 30327. For more information, visit chastainparkartsfestival.com or affps.com. Follow @affps_festivals on Instagram for updates.

Local Event: Kickstart Holiday Shopping at Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival

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Atlanta

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Kickstart Holiday Shopping at Chastain Park...

Get a head start on holiday shopping as the Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival returns to beautiful Chastain Park in Buckhead on...

Kickstart Holiday Shopping at Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival

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Georgia Tech Women's Basketball is back in action at McCamish Pavilion as they take on the Hofstra Lions on November 2nd at 10:30am EST!

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Zoo Atlanta

Keeper for a Day: Elephants
Join the team at the Zambezi Elephant Center and immerse yourself in what it takes to care for the largest land animals on the planet!
Spend the morning working alongside the Elephant Care Team to prepare the habitat for the day and ensure the elephants’ needs are met.
This unique experience is sure to educate and inspire you about these special individuals, help you learn more about the rigorous requirements of professional elephant care, and gain an understanding of the ways Zoo Atlanta is working to protect wild populations. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Keeper for a Day programs is voluntary for the animals.
Before registering, please understand that during this program: 
<ul>
 <li>Participants will perform similar tasks as members of the Elephant Care Team, which may include raking, sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, and shoveling, and should expect to do some hard work and be comfortable getting dirty. </li>
 <li>Participants will be expected to participate in all weather conditions, lift up to 30 pounds, and be on their feet for up to four hours. </li>
 <li>Participants must have the physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. </li>
 <li>Participants may be exposed to potential allergens such as insects, hay, animal waste, and other potential allergens. Please reach out in advance if you have any questions or concerns.</li>
</ul>
Upcoming 2026 Dates: 
Saturday, August 22 
Thursday, September 3 
Sunday, September 20 
Sunday, October 4 
Thursday, October 15 
Thursday, November 5 
Sunday, November 15 
Thursday, December 3 
Sunday, December 20
Times: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 
 
Member Cost: $325 
Non-Member Cost: $360 
 
Age Range: 16 and up

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The Rome International Film Festival (RIFF) returns to downtown Rome, Georgia, Nov. 5-8, 2026, celebrating its 23rd year with four days of film screenings, celebrity appearances, filmmaker conversations, networking opportunities, parties and special events. Recognized as one of the Southeast's notable film festivals, RIFF brings together acclaimed actors, directors, producers, emerging filmmakers, students and film enthusiasts for an exciting celebration of independent cinema and storytelling.
Headlining this year's festival is actor, writer, producer and filmmaker Danny McBride, who will attend on Saturday, Nov. 7, to receive the prestigious Flannery O'Connor Award for Storytelling. Presented with permission from the Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust, the award honors artists whose work reflects the originality, distinctive voice, humor and complexity associated with the legendary Georgia author. McBride joins previous recipients Billy Bob Thornton, Ethan and Maya Hawke, Tim Blake Nelson and Jerusha Hess.
Opening night on Thursday, Nov. 5, features The Accountant, starring McKinnon and Walton Goggins. The film won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film in 2002.&nbsp;The festival will present a special selection of McBride's work during the weekend, along with opportunities for festival attendees to hear from him about his career in film and television. Select meet-and-greet opportunities will also be available for Rome Film and Entertainment Society passholders.
McBride will participate in a special festival talkback and Q&amp;A as part of RIFF's headline programming. 
Filmmakers Jared Hess and Jerusha Hess will also be featured guests during the festival.
Jared Hess is the writer and director behind films including "Napoleon Dynamite," "Nacho Libre," "Gentlemen Broncos" and "A Minecraft Movie," and is currently involved with its upcoming sequel. Jerusha Hess, the 2025 recipient of RIFF's “Flannery O'Connor Award for Storytelling,” is the writer and director of "Austenland" and has collaborated with Jared on several of their most beloved films.
The Hesses will present their 2015 comedy "Don Verdean," starring Sam Rockwell and Jemaine Clement and featuring Danny McBride, as part of the festival's Friday, Nov. 6, programming.
Jerusha Hess will also unveil her new short film, "Your Daughter Clytnyann," starring Edi Patterson and Tony Hale, during the festival.
Beyond its celebrity headliners, RIFF showcases an international selection of narrative features, documentaries, animated films, student productions and shorts. Featured programming includes Once Upon a Time in Macon, Slay, starring Jimmi Simpson, and the closing-night feature Frogtown. The festival also highlights Georgia filmmaking through The Red Clay Rumble, a special collection celebrating productions created in the state.
RIFF's industry jury includes French Stewart, Vanessa Stewart, Ethan Embry, Lisa Ferrell and Sunny Mabrey. Throughout the weekend, attendees can enjoy filmmaker Q&amp;As, industry panels, red carpets, networking receptions and opportunities to connect with entertainment professionals.
The festival concludes Sunday, Nov. 8, with "Rome Remembers Dolly: A Tribute to Dolly Parton," a special closing-night concert celebrating the legendary entertainer's music and enduring cultural influence. Whiskey Revival will serve as the house band, joined by talented singers and musicians from Rome and Northwest Georgia performing beloved Dolly Parton songs.
Set against the backdrop of historic downtown Rome, RIFF offers an intimate, walkable festival experience combining cinema, music, Southern hospitality and community. The nonprofit organization remains dedicated to supporting independent filmmakers, encouraging artistic discovery and bringing world-class entertainment to Northwest Georgia.

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La Tavola Trattoria

From November 5–15, La Tavola invites guests to celebrate the flavors of autumn in Italy with its annual Abbondanza menu. The seasonal menu highlights roasted vegetables, earthy herbs and comforting dishes inspired by Italy’s fall harvest. The regular dinner menu will also be available, with reservations offered through OpenTable.

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Motorcycles, barbecue and a good cause come together for the final <a href="https://www.sweetauburnbbq.com/events-1/monthly-bike-night-2026-07-02-17-00" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bike Night</a> of the year at Sweet Auburn Barbecue on Thursday, November 5, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at its McDonough location.
Closing out the monthly series for 2026, the evening welcomes motorcycle enthusiasts, barbecue lovers and curious neighbors for one last gathering filled with slow-smoked barbecue, ice-cold drinks and an impressive lineup of bikes.
Guests can check out everything from vintage rides to custom builds, swap stories and connect with fellow riders before Bike Night returns next year.
A portion of the evening's proceeds will benefit <a href="https://www.henryhavenhouse.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Haven House</a>, an organization dedicated to supporting survivors of family violence.
No registration or admission fee is required. For additional details, visit <a href="https://www.sweetauburnbbq.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.sweetauburnbbq.com</a>.
Sweet Auburn Barbecue McDonough is located at 1828 Jonesboro Rd., McDonough, GA 30253. Follow along on Instagram and Facebook at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sweetauburnbbq_mcd/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@sweetauburnbbq_mcd</a>.

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Epicurean Atlanta’s Blind Tasting Wine Down (Nov. 5, 6:30-8 p.m.) is a wine lover’s dream scenario. This immersive wine-tasting workshop features three rounds of blind tasting battles where attendees will identify six wines from various regions. Kelly Cornett of A Cork in the Road and Chelsea Young of The Oenophile Institute will host the exploratory event, sharing expert insights into tasting techniques and regional wine characteristics. Tickets are $50 per person, including six wines and a charcuterie spread, and can be purchased <a href="https://www.epicureanhotelatlanta.com/events/2026/blind-tasting-wine-down-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">online</a>.

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