September 5–7, 2026 · The long weekend
5 worthwhile events, plus three easy outings. Atlanta · Dunwoody · Marietta · Stone Mountain.
5 events in Atlanta
Saturday–Sunday: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1:30–4:30 p.m.
Separate special-event ticket; advance reservation required · Best for ages 4–8
Dress up for a convention built for younger fans, with creative activities and a K-Pop Demon Hunters theme.
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Saturday–Sunday; timed tent entry, festival activities end 4 p.m.
$18 general admission; members $15; ages 3 and under free · All ages
Look closely at native butterflies, follow pollinator stations, and enjoy children’s activities before or after your butterfly-tent session.
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Saturday–Monday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free admission and Children’s Art Alley; some activities and purchases extra · All ages
Watch artists at work, browse handmade pieces, and make a small creation in the Children’s Art Alley.
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Saturday–Monday; family programming times vary
Convention membership required; check day-pass availability · Best for school-age children and teens; choose age-appropriate sessions
Explore costumes, comics, gaming, and creative fandom with a daytime plan tailored to your child’s interests.
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Saturday–Monday: attractions 10:30 a.m.–9 p.m.; Lasershow 9:30 p.m.
Attractions and vehicle parking paid; evening Lasershow free · All ages; late fireworks best for children comfortable with noise
Choose family attractions in the daytime, then stay for the evening Lasershow and an extended holiday fireworks finale.
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A little more adventure
More things to do with kids in Atlanta. Keep one in your back pocket for the long weekend.
An underwater escape
Pick a favorite ocean gallery at Georgia Aquarium and take your time at the large viewing windows. Reserve tickets and check show availability.
Dinosaurs with room to explore
Start with the dinosaur displays at Fernbank, then decide whether to add an outdoor trail. Check museum and forest hours separately.
A world of puppets
Explore the puppet museum or reserve a family performance. Check the current show’s age guidance and ticket inclusions.
Labor Day is Monday, September 7, 2026. This guide covers Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7. All times are local to Atlanta.
Marietta Art in the Park offer free admission. Food, rides, parking and special exhibitions can cost extra; free does not always mean no reservation.
TinyCON is designed for younger fans; Dragon Con is a much larger convention. Book butterfly tent entry ahead, or choose free admission at Marietta Art in the Park.
Georgia Aquarium, Fernbank Museum, and the Center for Puppetry Arts are indoor alternatives. TinyCON also takes place indoors but requires a special-event ticket.
Use each organizer link to confirm the latest admission rules and availability. A listing here is not a live ticket inventory. Reserve timed or dated admission before traveling, and check outdoor-event updates on the day.
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