Metro Atlanta, October 7, 2025
News Summary
Metro Atlanta is bustling with activity as festival season begins, offering a variety of events for music lovers and families. Highlights include the Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival featuring top artists like Wang Chung and Gaelic Storm, as well as activities such as Ladies Night Out and Oktoberfest celebrations. With free admission to many events, it’s a great time to explore local talent and community spirit.
Metro Atlanta
It’s officially festival season in metro Atlanta this weekend, promising a plethora of exciting activities for music lovers, families, and friends alike. A series of festivals and events across the region are set to kick off, highlighting local talent and providing free entertainment.
Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival
The Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival will take place on October 10-11 in Downtown Alpharetta. The festival features over 30 singer-songwriters performing across 6 stages, offering two days of free music. Performances are scheduled from 6-11 PM on Friday and noon to 9:30 PM on Saturday. This year’s standout lineup includes the British new wave band Wang Chung performing on Friday, and the popular Celtic band Gaelic Storm on Saturday.
Additionally, attendees can enjoy a ticketed Listening Room concert featuring Randall Bramblett & Friends for $30. The festival also supports local artists through the city’s Music Match program, ensuring that homegrown talent is showcased.
Other Exciting Activities
Several other activities are planned for this weekend in metro Atlanta. On October 9, Ladies Night Out in Chamblee from 6-8 PM will offer terrarium building and music from a local DJ, with free admission. On October 11, Decatur will host a front porch music festival showcasing live music from noon to 7 PM, also free to the public. Meanwhile, Dunwoody will hold a fall festival featuring carnival games and a pumpkin patch from 10 AM to 1 PM, with free admission.
Fire Maker Brewing Company in West Midtown will celebrate Oktoberfest on October 11, with free admission from noon to 7 PM. Additionally, aerial performances at the Atlanta Regional Airport in Peachtree City are scheduled for October 11-12, with an admission fee starting at $36.75.
Art and Culture Showcase
Downtown Norcross will showcase local art, food, and live music on October 11-12, with free admission from 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and 10 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. Chalktoberfest in Marietta features 80 artists and over 120 beers on October 11-12, also with free entry. The Festival on Ponce at Olmsted Linear Park will occur on the same dates, featuring local vendors and live entertainment with free admission.
The Museum of Design Atlanta is hosting a Halloween-themed event for kids on October 12 from 1-5 PM, providing free access to all attendees. Parking options will be available at various locations throughout Alpharetta for those participating in the weekend festivities. Each festival highlights the vibrancy and creativity of the metro Atlanta area.
Conclusion
This weekend’s lineup of events promises something for everyone in metro Atlanta, making it an ideal time for families and friends to get together and enjoy the local arts, culture, and community spirit.
FAQs
What is the Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival?
The Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival will take place on October 10-11 in Downtown Alpharetta, featuring over 30 singer-songwriters across 6 stages with 2 days of free music.
When does the festival take place?
The festival will take place on October 10-11, with performances scheduled from 6-11 PM on Friday and noon to 9:30 PM on Saturday.
What other activities are happening in metro Atlanta this weekend?
Other activities include Ladies Night Out in Chamblee, a front porch music festival in Decatur, a fall festival in Dunwoody, and Oktoberfest at Fire Maker Brewing Company, among others.
Key Features Chart
| Event | Date | Location | Admission Fee | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival | October 10-11 | Downtown Alpharetta | Free | Over 30 singer-songwriters, Wang Chung, Gaelic Storm |
| Ladies Night Out | October 9 | Chamblee | Free | Terrarium building, local DJ |
| Front Porch Music Festival | October 11 | Decatur | Free | Live music from noon to 7 PM |
| Fall Festival | October 11 | Dunwoody | Free | Carnival games, pumpkin patch |
| Oktoberfest | October 11 | Fire Maker Brewing Company, West Midtown | Free | Celebrate beer and food |
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Additional Resources
- Wire & Wood Alpharetta Music Festival
- Appen Media: Wang Chung & Other Artists
- AJC: Fall Festivals in Atlanta
- Globely News: Outlaw Music Festival
- Awesome Alpharetta Events & Entertainment
- Wikipedia: Festival
- Google Search: Music Festivals in Atlanta
- Google Scholar: Music Festivals
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Music Festival
- Google News: Atlanta Music Festivals
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