Homeschool & family fun in Atlanta

Homeschool days, free outings and family events, each checked with the venue.

91current listings

48with upcoming dates

44free or no fee listed

12good for little kids (2–4)

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Free with a library card

Every Georgia public library lends these Experience Passes (Georgia Public Library Service), and Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett and Cobb libraries add a few of their own. Most can't be put on hold, so check your library's catalog or call your branch first. From the Georgia Public Library Service passes page and the DeKalb, Gwinnett and Cobb pass pages, checked Oct 23, 2026.

Alliance Theatre Community Ticket PassUp to two tickets to designated Hertz Stage, Coca-Cola Stage and Goizueta Stage for Youth and Families performances, first come, first served. DeKalb's page says four tickets for Family Series performances. Official page
Center for Puppetry Arts: Passport to PuppetryAdmits four people to the World of Puppetry Museum, OR 25% off one All-Inclusive Ticket (call 404-873-3391 with code LIBRARY; not valid online or with other discounts). Official page
Chattahoochee Nature Center Family PassFour general admissions during normal hours. Not valid for special events or exhibits; may be limited to one use per family per day. Official page
Cobb-only passes: Smith-Gilbert Gardens, Marietta History Center, Marietta-Cobb Museum of ArtCobb's pass page lists these local passes alongside the statewide ones, plus "Local Parks and Recreation Centers". The page doesn't say how many people each admits; check the catalog record. Official page
Fernbank Science Center Planetarium Pass (DeKalb)Up to four free planetarium admissions. Official page
Georgia State Parks ParkPass + Historic Site Family PassParkPass hangtag: free parking at every Georgia state park and historic site (parking only). Historic Site Family Pass: two free general admissions to any Georgia historic site. A Discovery Backpack (binoculars and field guides) can be borrowed too. Official page
Go Fish Education Center Family PassUp to four free admissions. Official page
Michael C. Carlos Museum Family PassUp to six free general admissions. Children must be with a parent. Not valid for audio tours, special exhibits or programs. Official page
Mimms Museum of Technology and Art PassFour free general admissions. Not valid for special events or exhibits. Official page
Shakespeare Tavern Family Theatre PassUp to two free tickets to a general-admission performance (or two balcony tickets for tiered seating). Extra tickets $15 each with the pass. Bring both the pass and the Theatre Pass Voucher you get at checkout. Official page
Southeastern Railway Museum Pass (DeKalb & Gwinnett)DeKalb's pass: buy one admission, get one free; up to two free tickets per pass, each with one train ride. Gwinnett lists a Southeastern Railway Museum pass too. Official page
The Breman Museum Family PassFour free general admissions. Not valid for special events or exhibits. Official page

Which library? Fulton County Library System, DeKalb County Public Library, Gwinnett County Public Library and Cobb County Public Library all take part. Statewide passes go out for 7 days with one renewal, and each person or family can borrow each pass once every six months. Gwinnett asks you to bring the pass and your checkout receipt. DeKalb lets adult cardholders have two passes out at a time. Ask your branch about getting a card.

Full details, rules and sources (12 passes)

Alliance Theatre Community Ticket Pass

Alliance Theatre · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Arts & performanceFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Up to two tickets to designated Hertz Stage, Coca-Cola Stage and Goizueta Stage for Youth and Families performances, first come, first served. DeKalb's page says four tickets for Family Series performances.

When: Designated performances
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Center for Puppetry Arts: Passport to Puppetry

Center for Puppetry Arts · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Arts & performanceFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Admits four people to the World of Puppetry Museum, OR 25% off one All-Inclusive Ticket (call 404-873-3391 with code LIBRARY; not valid online or with other discounts).

When: Museum open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

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Georgia Public Library Service: Experience Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Chattahoochee Nature Center Family Pass

Chattahoochee Nature Center · Roswell (North Fulton)

Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementNorth Fulton

Four general admissions during normal hours. Not valid for special events or exhibits; may be limited to one use per family per day.

When: Center open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

Source:

Georgia Public Library Service: Experience Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Cobb-only passes: Smith-Gilbert Gardens, Marietta History Center, Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art

Cobb County Public Library · Marietta (Cobb County · Cobb)

MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementCobb

Cobb's pass page lists these local passes alongside the statewide ones, plus "Local Parks and Recreation Centers". The page doesn't say how many people each admits; check the catalog record.

When: Venue open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free or discounted (per Cobb's page; details in the catalog)
Ages: All ages
Booking: Cobb County Public Library: most passes can't be held, so check the catalog or call your branch before you go.

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Cobb County Public Library: Park and Museum Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Fernbank Science Center Planetarium Pass (DeKalb)

Fernbank Science Center (Jim Cherry Memorial Planetarium) · Atlanta (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Science & planetariumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementDeKalb

Up to four free planetarium admissions.

When: Planetarium show days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a DeKalb County Public Library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: DeKalb County Public Library: adult cardholders borrow at a branch; up to two passes at a time. Call your branch or check the catalog for availability.

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DeKalb County Public Library: Passes and Devices

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Georgia State Parks ParkPass + Historic Site Family Pass

Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites · Statewide

Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementSeveral locations

ParkPass hangtag: free parking at every Georgia state park and historic site (parking only). Historic Site Family Pass: two free general admissions to any Georgia historic site. A Discovery Backpack (binoculars and field guides) can be borrowed too.

When: Any open day
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Go Fish Education Center Family Pass

Go Fish Education Center · Perry (Statewide · Farther out)

MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementFarther out

Up to four free admissions.

When: Center open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

Source:

Georgia Public Library Service: Experience Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Michael C. Carlos Museum Family Pass

Michael C. Carlos Museum (Emory University) · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Up to six free general admissions. Children must be with a parent. Not valid for audio tours, special exhibits or programs.

When: Museum open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

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Georgia Public Library Service: Experience Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Mimms Museum of Technology and Art Pass

Mimms Museum of Technology and Art · Roswell (North Fulton)

MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementNorth Fulton

Four free general admissions. Not valid for special events or exhibits.

When: Museum open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

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Georgia Public Library Service: Experience Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Shakespeare Tavern Family Theatre Pass

Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Arts & performanceFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Up to two free tickets to a general-admission performance (or two balcony tickets for tiered seating). Extra tickets $15 each with the pass. Bring both the pass and the Theatre Pass Voucher you get at checkout.

When: Performance days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

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Georgia Public Library Service: Experience Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Southeastern Railway Museum Pass (DeKalb & Gwinnett)

Southeastern Railway Museum · Duluth (Gwinnett County · Gwinnett)

MuseumPaidOngoing / by arrangementGwinnett

DeKalb's pass: buy one admission, get one free; up to two free tickets per pass, each with one train ride. Gwinnett lists a Southeastern Railway Museum pass too.

When: Museum open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Buy one, get one free (DeKalb pass); see Gwinnett's catalog for its version
Ages: All ages
Booking: DeKalb County Public Library: adult cardholders borrow at a branch; up to two passes at a time. Call your branch or check the catalog for availability.

Source:

Last checked 2026-10-23.

The Breman Museum Family Pass

William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Four free general admissions. Not valid for special events or exhibits.

When: Museum open days
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a Georgia public library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Borrow at your library (7-day checkout, one renewal, no holds). A person or family can check out each pass once every six months.

Source:

Georgia Public Library Service: Experience Passes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Calendar

Tap a date to see that day's events. Only listings with set dates appear here; places you can visit any open day are listed further down.

Check before you go. We copy details from each venue's own page and show when we last checked. Where a page doesn't say something, we write "Not listed on source" instead of guessing. Dates sell out and programs change, so confirm with the venue.

The Good for little kids (2–4) marker means the venue's own page lists something for toddlers or preschoolers, such as a toddler storytime or free entry for the youngest kids. It's our planning note, not the venue's.

Coming up (next date for each)

Fri, Oct 23: Homeschool Teens at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center, Fulton County Library System – Central Library (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Fri, Oct 23: Pumpkin Festival, Stone Mountain Park (Crossroads) (Stone Mountain). Not listed on source
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Sat, Oct 24: Boo at the Zoo, Zoo Atlanta (Atlanta). Free with general admission; free for members and children under 3 (admission price not listed on this page)
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Sat, Oct 24: Fall Festival of Fun, Jim R. Miller Park and Event Center (Marietta). Admission not listed; haunted house $5
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Sat, Oct 24: Read or Treat! (grades K–5), Fulton County Library System – Wolf Creek Branch (Atlanta). Free (free registration through the library's Eventbrite link)
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Sat, Oct 24: Spooktacular Halloween Science Show with the Science Guys, Fulton County Library System – Sandy Springs Branch (Sandy Springs). No fee listed (public library program)
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Sat, Oct 24: Trick or Treating at Avalon, Avalon (Alpharetta). No fee listed (food from the Chick-fil-A pop-up is for sale)
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Mon, Oct 26: Pumpkin Palooza!, Fulton County Library System – East Point Branch (East Point). No fee listed (public library program)
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Tue, Oct 27: Beginner Home School Swim Lessons, City of Atlanta Parks & Rec – M.L. King Jr. Recreation & Aquatic Center (Atlanta). $65 residents / $80 non-residents
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Tue, Oct 27: Fearlessly Fall Festival: Stories, Songs, Crafts and Treats, Fulton County Library System – Peachtree Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Tue, Oct 27: National park fee-free days at Kennesaw Mountain, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park (Kennesaw). Free entrance for US citizens and residents on these days (normally $5 per day). Other fees may apply.
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Wed, Oct 28: Halloween Storytime, Fulton County Library System – Metropolitan Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Thu, Oct 29: Harvest Costume Night, Fulton County Library System – Cascade Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Thu, Oct 29: Spooktacular Halloween with the Science Guys, Fulton County Library System – Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch (Johns Creek). No fee listed (public library program)
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Thu, Oct 29: Truck or Treat, Brook Run Park (Dunwoody). No admission listed (food trucks sell food)
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Fri, Oct 30: Halloween Family Movie Night: Scooby-Doo and the Witch's Ghost, Fulton County Library System – Fairburn Branch (Fairburn). No fee listed (public library program)
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Fri, Oct 30: Homeschool Drop-In, DeKalb County Public Library – Scott Candler Library (Decatur). No fee listed (public library program)
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Fri, Oct 30: Scream on the Square: Halloween Edition, Decatur MARTA Plaza (Decatur). Not listed on source
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Sat, Oct 31: Halloween Scavenger Hunt, DeKalb County Public Library – Scott Candler Branch (Decatur). No fee listed (public library program)
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Sat, Oct 31: Haunting at High Street, High Street (The Green) (Dunwoody). Free (listed as an Eventbrite RSVP event)
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Sat, Oct 31: Hunny & Koko Halloween storytime parade, Fulton County Library System – East Atlanta Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Sat, Oct 31: Trick-or-Read!, Fulton County Library System – Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon (Atlanta). Free book for every child
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Sat, Oct 31: Trunk or Treat in Decatur, South DeKalb Family YMCA (Decatur). Free (RSVP on Eventbrite)
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Thu, Nov 5: Homeschool Adventures, Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center (Johns Creek). $50 per session; $45 for family-level members
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Thu, Nov 5: Homeschool Curiosity & Creativity, Cobb County Public Library – West Cobb Regional Library (Kennesaw). No fee listed (public library program)
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Fri, Nov 6: Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove opens, Zoo Atlanta (Atlanta). Zoo admission (price not listed on this page)
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Fri, Nov 6: Home School Friday art classes (ages 7–12), Booth Western Art Museum (Cartersville). $12 non-members; $10 members
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Sat, Nov 7: Holiday Craft, Fulton County Library System – Roswell Branch (Roswell). Free (materials provided)
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Sat, Nov 7 opens: Stone Mountain Christmas (through Sun, Jan 3), Stone Mountain Park (Stone Mountain). Attractions ticket or membership required for the drone show (price not listed on this page)
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Sun, Nov 8: UPS Second Sunday (free admission), High Museum of Art (Atlanta). Free admission. Parking $25 (prepaid parking recommended; free member parking excluded).
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Mon, Nov 9: Homeschool Hangout, Cobb County Public Library – Vinings Library (Atlanta (Vinings)). No fee listed (public library program)
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Mon, Nov 9: Homeschool Meetup Mondays, Fulton County Library System – Metropolitan Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Tue, Nov 10: Homeschool Naturalists, Chattahoochee Nature Center (Roswell). $70 per student non-member; $50 member
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Tue, Nov 10: Tuesdays in the Field (homeschool program), Georgia Aquarium (Atlanta). Not listed on source page (ticket price shown at checkout). Every student needs a program ticket; adults need one unless they hold an active membership.
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Wed, Nov 11: HomeSchool Academy (Fall), Zoo Atlanta (Atlanta). $45 per program or $130 per semester; members $40 per program or $105 per semester
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Wed, Nov 11: Homeschool Workshop: "Counterweights and Measures", Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History (Kennesaw). Included with museum admission (admission price not listed on this page); free for members
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Wed, Nov 11: Homeschool: Archaeology 101, Panola Mountain State Park (Stockbridge). Not listed on source
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Thu, Nov 12: Homeschool Hangout, Fulton County Library System – Fairburn Branch (Fairburn). No fee listed (public library program)
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Sat, Nov 14 opens: A Christmas Carol (through Sun, Dec 27), Alliance Theatre (Coca-Cola Stage) (Atlanta). Not listed on source
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Sat, Nov 14 opens: Garden Lights, Holiday Nights (through Sun, Jan 10), Atlanta Botanical Garden (Atlanta). Timed tickets (price not listed on this page). Members save $5 per ticket.
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Wed, Nov 18: Homeschool Hangout: Native Americans, Gwinnett County Public Library – Peachtree Corners Branch (Peachtree Corners). No fee listed (public library program)
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Thu, Nov 19: Homeschool Days, Atlanta History Center (Buckhead campus) (Atlanta). Included with museum admission (admission price not listed on this page)
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Fri, Nov 20: TEEN Home School Friday: "Light and Texture", Booth Western Art Museum (Cartersville). $12 non-members; $10 members
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Sat, Nov 21 opens: IllumiNights at the Zoo (through Sun, Jan 17), Zoo Atlanta (Atlanta). General admission: adult (12+) $20.99–$24.99, child (3–11) $17.99–$19.99. Members: adult $16.99–$20.99, child $14.99–$16.99. Age 2 and under free. Cherokee Avenue lot parking $6 flat.
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Sat, Nov 21: Santa at Rhodes Hall, Rhodes Hall (The Georgia Trust) (Atlanta). $60 per appointment; +$20 to use your own camera
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Mon, Nov 30: Homeschool Meetup Mondays STEM Club, Fulton County Library System – Cleveland Avenue Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Wed, Dec 2: Family Movies: The Muppet Christmas Carol, Fulton County Library System – Northside Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Fri, Dec 4: Winter Wonderland Story Time and Crafts for Toddlers, Fulton County Library System – College Park Branch (College Park). No fee listed (public library program)
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Sat, Dec 5 opens: The Nutcracker (through Sat, Dec 26), Atlanta Ballet at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre (Atlanta). Not listed on source
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Wed, Dec 9: Homeschool S.T.E.A.M. Day with We Create Tech, Fulton County Library System – Central Library (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Thu, Dec 10: Holiday Greeting Cards, Fulton County Library System – Palmetto Branch (Palmetto). No fee listed (public library program)
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Fri, Dec 11: Movie of the Month: The Nightmare Before Christmas, Fulton County Library System – Mechanicsville Branch (Atlanta). No fee listed (public library program)
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Fri, May 21: Homeschool Day, Atlanta Botanical Garden (Atlanta). Not listed on source
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Local homeschool resources & groups

Georgia homeschool laws (HSLDA). HSLDA's summary of Georgia's home study law. Last checked Fri, Oct 23, 2026.
Georgia Department of Education: Home School. The state's home school page, with the Declaration of Intent (due within 30 days of starting and by Sept 1 each year). Last checked Fri, Oct 23, 2026.
Georgia Home Education Association (GHEA). Statewide homeschool association with support-group and co-op listings, specialty classes and tutors. Last checked Fri, Oct 23, 2026.

Halloween & fall events, Oct 23–31 (13 listings)

Halloween events at zoos, parks and libraries across metro Atlanta. We checked each one on the organizer's own page (or the organizer's own Eventbrite listing) on Oct 23, 2026. Events we couldn't confirm are left out. Look for the Good for little kids (2–4) marker for early, toddler-friendly options.

Pumpkin Festival

Stone Mountain Park (Crossroads) · Stone Mountain (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Fri, Oct 23DeKalb

"Play by Day" with park attractions and entertainment, then "Glow by Night", a not-so-spooky nighttime experience for the whole family.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 23, 2026; Sat, Oct 24, 2026; Sun, Oct 25, 2026; Fri, Oct 30, 2026; Sat, Oct 31, 2026; Sun, Nov 1, 2026

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When: Fridays–Sundays through Nov 1, 2026
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages
Booking: See the park's ticket pages.

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Stone Mountain Park: Festivals & Events

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Boo at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Zoo & aquariumPaidNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)In town (Atlanta)

Halloween festival with trick-or-treating, photo ops, themed live entertainment, carnival games, crafts and costumed characters.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026; Sun, Oct 25, 2026; Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Oct 24, 25 and 31, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Price: Free with general admission; free for members and children under 3 (admission price not listed on this page)
Ages: All ages
Booking: Buy zoo admission online.

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Zoo Atlanta: Boo at the Zoo

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Spooktacular Halloween Science Show with the Science Guys

Fulton County Library System – Sandy Springs Branch · Sandy Springs (North Fulton)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)North Fulton

A spooky, funny science show.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Ages 3 and up
Booking: Registration required.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Fall Festival of Fun

Jim R. Miller Park and Event Center · Marietta (Cobb County · Cobb)

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Sat, Oct 24Cobb

Hayrides, carnival games, a petting zoo and character photo ops, plus a $5 haunted house. Costumes encouraged.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
Time: 5–9 p.m.
Price: Admission not listed; haunted house $5
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source.

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Cobb County: What's Inside the Fall 2026 Activity Guide

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Pumpkin Palooza!

Fulton County Library System – East Point Branch · East Point (South Metro)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Mon, Oct 26South Metro

National Pumpkin Day party with pumpkin decorating, crafts, games and seasonal snacks. The first ten people to sign up get a free pumpkin.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Oct 26, 2026

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When: Monday, Oct 26, 2026
Time: 4–5 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Sign up on the event page (first ten get a pumpkin).

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Fulton County Library event

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Fearlessly Fall Festival: Stories, Songs, Crafts and Treats

Fulton County Library System – Peachtree Branch · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Tue, Oct 27Good for little kids (2–4)In town (Atlanta)

Fall-holiday stories, songs, crafts and special treats. Costumes welcome.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Oct 27, 2026

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When: Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026
Time: 4–7 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Kids of all ages with a parent or caregiver
Booking: See the event page.

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Fulton County Library event

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween Storytime

Fulton County Library System – Metropolitan Branch · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Wed, Oct 28Good for little kids (2–4)In town (Atlanta)

Spooky storytime and craft. Costumes welcome.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Oct 28, 2026

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When: Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026
Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Recommended for ages 2–5 with an adult
Booking: See the event page.

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Fulton County Library event

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Harvest Costume Night

Fulton County Library System – Cascade Branch · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Thu, Oct 29In town (Atlanta)

Come in a favorite costume and take home a book.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thursday, Oct 29, 2026
Time: 4–5 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Children 12 and under
Booking: Registration required.

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Fulton County Library event

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Spooktacular Halloween with the Science Guys

Fulton County Library System – Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch · Johns Creek (North Fulton)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Thu, Oct 29North Fulton

Halloween celebration with spooky science experiments.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thursday, Oct 29, 2026
Time: 4–5 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: See the event page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween Family Movie Night: Scooby-Doo and the Witch's Ghost

Fulton County Library System – Fairburn Branch · Fairburn (South Metro)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Fri, Oct 30South Metro

Family movie with coloring sheets, puzzles, snacks and drinks. Costumes encouraged.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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When: Friday, Oct 30, 2026
Time: 4–5:30 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: All ages
Booking: See the event page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Scream on the Square: Halloween Edition

Decatur MARTA Plaza · Decatur (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Arts & performancePrice not listedNext: Fri, Oct 30DeKalb

The City of Decatur's Halloween edition of Scream on the Square. (The city's event page lists only the date, time and place.)

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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When: Friday, Oct 30, 2026
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Not listed on source. City of Decatur: 404-370-4100.

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City of Decatur: Scream on the Square: Halloween Edition

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Hunny & Koko Halloween storytime parade

Fulton County Library System – East Atlanta Branch · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)In town (Atlanta)

Hunny & Koko storytime with a Halloween parade. Come in costume.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026
Time: 4:30–5 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: See the event page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

DeKalb County Public Library – Scott Candler Branch · Decatur (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)DeKalb

Pick up a list of clues at the Circulation Desk, find every item and win a prize (while supplies last).

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026
Time: All day (library hours)
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Ages 3–12
Booking: Drop in during library hours.

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DeKalb County Public Library: Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Where to trick-or-treat in Metro Atlanta

Halloween is Saturday, Oct 31, 2026. Checked Oct 23, 2026. Free trick-or-treats from Saturday, Oct 24 through Halloween night. Each event links to its official page; events we couldn't confirm for 2026 are left out.

Trick-or-treat events, Oct 24–31

Sat, Oct 24, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.: Boo at the Zoo (also in Halloween events) Good for little kids (2–4)
Zoo Atlanta · In town (Atlanta) · Free with general admission; free for members and children under 3 (admission price not listed on this page) · Official page
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Sat, Oct 24, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.: Trick or Treating at Avalon Good for little kids (2–4)
Avalon, 400 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta, GA · North Fulton · No fee listed (food from the Chick-fil-A pop-up is for sale) · Official page
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Sat, Oct 24, 1–3 p.m.: Read or Treat! (grades K–5)
Fulton County Library System – Wolf Creek Branch, 3100 Enon Road, Atlanta, GA 30331 · In town (Atlanta) · Free (free registration through the library's Eventbrite link) · Official page
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Sun, Oct 25, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.: Boo at the Zoo (also in Halloween events) Good for little kids (2–4)
Zoo Atlanta · In town (Atlanta) · Free with general admission; free for members and children under 3 (admission price not listed on this page) · Official page
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Thu, Oct 29, Starts 5 p.m.: Truck or Treat Good for little kids (2–4)
Brook Run Park, 4770 N. Peachtree Road, Dunwoody, GA · DeKalb · No admission listed (food trucks sell food) · Official page
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Sat, Oct 31, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.: Boo at the Zoo (also in Halloween events) Good for little kids (2–4)
Zoo Atlanta · In town (Atlanta) · Free with general admission; free for members and children under 3 (admission price not listed on this page) · Official page
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Sat, Oct 31, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.: Trick-or-Read! Good for little kids (2–4)
Fulton County Library System – Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon, 980 Ponce de Leon Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 · In town (Atlanta) · Free book for every child · Official page
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Sat, Oct 31, 4–8 p.m.: Trunk or Treat in Decatur
South DeKalb Family YMCA, 2565 Snapfinger Road, Decatur, GA 30034 · DeKalb · Free (RSVP on Eventbrite) · Official page
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Sat, Oct 31, 5:30–8:30 p.m.: Haunting at High Street
High Street (The Green), 101 High St, Atlanta, GA 30346 · DeKalb · Free (listed as an Eventbrite RSVP event) · Official page
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Safety and tips

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year.
Dunwoody has set no official trick-or-treat hours for Oct 31; families choose their own times (Dunwoody Journal, last checked by the paper Oct 5, 2026).
Young children should go with an adult. Stay in well-lit areas and carry a charged phone.
Clocks fall back one hour overnight (Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov 1).

Event details

Read or Treat! (grades K–5)

Fulton County Library System – Wolf Creek Branch · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24In town (Atlanta)

Literacy afternoon with scavenger hunts, sensory activities, games and prizes.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Price: Free (free registration through the library's Eventbrite link)
Ages: Grades K–5
Booking: Free registration via the link on the library's event page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick or Treating at Avalon

Avalon · Alpharetta (North Fulton)

Skating, bowling & playNo fee listedNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)North Fulton

Trick-or-treating along The Boulevard. Start at Concierge for a map of participating stops. Kids' activities in The Plaza and a Rhythm & Shoes Halloween dance show at 11:30 a.m.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 (rain or shine)
Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (food from the Chick-fil-A pop-up is for sale)
Ages: Kids
Booking: No registration listed.

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Avalon: Trick or Treating

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Truck or Treat

Brook Run Park · Dunwoody (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Thu, Oct 29Good for little kids (2–4)DeKalb

Dunwoody Parks and Recreation, Dunwoody Police and the Dunwoody Homeowners Association host food trucks, live entertainment and trick-or-treating.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thursday, Oct 29, 2026
Time: Starts 5 p.m.
Price: No admission listed (food trucks sell food)
Ages: All ages
Booking: No registration listed. Questions: parks@dunwoodyga.gov.

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City of Dunwoody: Truck or Treat

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Haunting at High Street

High Street (The Green) · Dunwoody (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Arts & performanceFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31DeKalb

Live music, face painting, stilt walkers and a trick-or-treat scavenger hunt at High Street shops, plus a costume contest (winners at 7:45 p.m.).

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026
Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Price: Free (listed as an Eventbrite RSVP event)
Ages: All ages
Booking: RSVP on the organizer's Eventbrite page. Free parking.

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Eventbrite (organizer: High Street)

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick-or-Read!

Fulton County Library System – Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)In town (Atlanta)

Drop-in trick-or-treat at the library: every child gets a free book.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Price: Free book for every child
Ages: Kids
Booking: Drop in any time 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

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Fulton County Library event

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trunk or Treat in Decatur

South DeKalb Family YMCA · Decatur (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Skating, bowling & playFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31DeKalb

Free trunk-or-treat with bounce houses and candy, hosted by Just BeCAUSE, Inc.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026
Time: 4–8 p.m.
Price: Free (RSVP on Eventbrite)
Ages: All ages
Booking: RSVP on the organizer's Eventbrite page. Free parking.

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Eventbrite (organizer: Just BeCAUSE, Inc.)

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool days & classes (45 listings)

Homeschool Teens at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center

Fulton County Library System – Central Library · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Fri, Oct 23In town (Atlanta)

Weekday tech sessions for homeschool teens: Mondays Virtual Reality (Oculus headsets), Tuesdays Digital Arts (photography, video and editing), Wednesdays Coding & Robotics, Thursdays 3D Printing & Drawing (3D models, or graphic design in Adobe Creative Cloud or Paint), Fridays Recording Studio (GarageBand).

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 23, 2026; Mon, Oct 26, 2026; Tue, Oct 27, 2026; Wed, Oct 28, 2026; Thu, Oct 29, 2026; Fri, Oct 30, 2026; Mon, Nov 2, 2026; Tue, Nov 3, 2026; Wed, Nov 4, 2026; Thu, Nov 5, 2026; Fri, Nov 6, 2026; Mon, Nov 9, 2026; Tue, Nov 10, 2026; Thu, Nov 12, 2026; Fri, Nov 13, 2026; Mon, Nov 16, 2026; Tue, Nov 17, 2026; Wed, Nov 18, 2026; Thu, Nov 19, 2026; Fri, Nov 20, 2026; Mon, Nov 30, 2026; Tue, Dec 1, 2026; Wed, Dec 2, 2026; Thu, Dec 3, 2026; Fri, Dec 4, 2026; Mon, Dec 7, 2026; Tue, Dec 8, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026; Fri, Dec 11, 2026; Mon, Dec 14, 2026; Tue, Dec 15, 2026; Wed, Dec 16, 2026; Thu, Dec 17, 2026; Fri, Dec 18, 2026

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When: Mondays–Fridays through Dec 18, 2026 (no sessions Nov 11, Nov 23–27 or Dec 9 on the calendar)
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Homeschool teens (exact ages not listed)
Booking: See each event page. The Central Library has no free parking and does not validate; the library suggests MARTA to Peachtree Center Station.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Beginner Home School Swim Lessons

City of Atlanta Parks & Rec – M.L. King Jr. Recreation & Aquatic Center · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

PE, sports & swimPaidNext: Tue, Oct 27In town (Atlanta)

Beginner swim lessons for home school groups taught by certified water safety instructors.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Oct 27, 2026

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When: Oct 27–Dec 15, 2026, Tuesdays (description also says Tuesdays/Thursdays)
Time: 9:30–10:15 a.m.
Price: $65 residents / $80 non-residents
Ages: Ages 5–13
Booking: In-person registration only (no online registration).

⚠️ Source is the city's activity listing on the ActiveKids registration site.

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City of Atlanta DPR listing on ActiveKids

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Drop-In

DeKalb County Public Library – Scott Candler Library · Decatur (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Fri, Oct 30DeKalb

Time with other homeschool families; sessions include crafting days and guest speakers.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026; Fri, Nov 13, 2026

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When: Fridays: Oct 30 and Nov 13, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Ages 5–12
Booking: Drop-in. To join the email list, contact metzlerr@dekalblibrary.org.

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DeKalb County Public Library event

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Adventures

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center · Johns Creek (North Fulton)

Nature center, garden & parkPaidNext: Thu, Nov 5North Fulton

Drop-off day of environmental studies, nature, heritage and general science, with games, crafts and preserve exploration. Themes: Bugs (Nov 5), Birds (Nov 12), Colors of the Wild (Nov 19), Composting & Nature's Recyclers (Dec 3), Population Study (Dec 10), Nature's Artists (Dec 17).

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 5, 2026; Thu, Nov 12, 2026; Thu, Nov 19, 2026; Thu, Dec 3, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026; Thu, Dec 17, 2026

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When: Thursdays: Nov 5, 12, 19 and Dec 3, 10, 17, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Price: $50 per session; $45 for family-level members
Ages: Ages 5–14
Booking: Registration required through Autrey Mill's online system (account needed).

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Autrey Mill: Homeschool Adventures

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Curiosity & Creativity

Cobb County Public Library – West Cobb Regional Library · Kennesaw (Cobb County · Cobb)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Thu, Nov 5Cobb

Three monthly programs for homeschoolers: 1st Thursday STEM/animals/nature (Nov 5: weather preparedness with Cobb's crisis coordinator), 2nd Thursday Expressive Movement, 3rd Thursday arts and crafts (Nov 19: Art Week).

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 5, 2026; Thu, Nov 19, 2026

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When: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays monthly (Nov 5 and Nov 19 confirmed on source pages)
Time: 11 a.m.–12 p.m. (art class entry closes 11:15)
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Ages 5–12
Booking: No registration step shown. Younger siblings and parents can use the library during class.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Home School Friday art classes (ages 7–12)

Booth Western Art Museum · Cartersville (Bartow County · Farther out)

Arts & performancePaidNext: Fri, Nov 6Farther out

Art class plus a tour of related artwork. Nov 6: "Birds Eye View Mixed Media". Dec 4: "Pastel, Stamps and Paint".

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026; Fri, Dec 4, 2026

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When: Fridays: Nov 6 and Dec 4, 2026
Time: 1–2:30 p.m.
Price: $12 non-members; $10 members
Ages: Ages 7–12
Booking: Registration required; deadlines Oct 30 (for Nov 6) and Nov 27 (for Dec 4). Minimum 10 students. Info 770-387-1300 ext. 7271.

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Booth Western Art Museum: Home School

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Hangout

Cobb County Public Library – Vinings Library · Atlanta (Vinings) (Cobb County · Cobb)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Mon, Nov 9Cobb

Parents connect and share resources while children work together on lessons.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Nov 9, 2026

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When: Monday, Nov 9, 2026
Time: 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Ages 5–17 (elementary, tweens, teens)
Booking: See the event page.

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Cobb County: Homeschool Hangout (Vinings)

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Meetup Mondays

Fulton County Library System – Metropolitan Branch · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Mon, Nov 9In town (Atlanta)

The Happy Black Parent and guests bring stories, educational resources and group activities, with an outdoor part when the weather allows and a separate Teen Lounge. Homeschool and non-homeschool families are welcome.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Nov 9, 2026; Mon, Nov 16, 2026; Mon, Dec 14, 2026

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When: Select Mondays: Nov 9, Nov 16 and Dec 14, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Families; separate Teen Lounge for teens
Booking: See the event page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Naturalists

Chattahoochee Nature Center · Roswell (North Fulton)

Nature center, garden & parkPaidNext: Tue, Nov 10North Fulton

Quarterly series with themed programs, live animals and science activities. Homeschool parents also get 10% off at the Nature Store during Homeschool Science days.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Nov 10, 2026

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When: Quarterly, second Tuesdays (next listed: Nov 10, 2026)
Time: 1:30–3 p.m.
Price: $70 per student non-member; $50 member
Ages: Ages 5+
Booking: Register with CNC (770-992-2055).

⚠️ On Oct 23 the page's calendar widget still showed "No event found!" under the Nov 10 listing. Call 770-992-2055 to confirm before you plan on it.

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Chattahoochee Nature Center: Homeschool

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Tuesdays in the Field (homeschool program)

Georgia Aquarium · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Zoo & aquariumPrice not listedNext: Tue, Nov 10In town (Atlanta)

K–12 homeschool day with standards-based activities, guest speakers, access to some exclusive areas and admission to all galleries. Topics: Nov 10 "MOVEmber", Dec 8 "Dashing Through the Zones", Jan 12 whales, Feb 9 symbiosis, Mar 9 women in STEM.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Nov 10, 2026; Tue, Dec 8, 2026; Tue, Jan 12, 2027; Tue, Feb 9, 2027; Tue, Mar 9, 2027

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When: Second Tuesday of each month, September–March
Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (check-in ends 12 p.m.)
Price: Not listed on source page (ticket price shown at checkout). Every student needs a program ticket; adults need one unless they hold an active membership.
Ages: Grades K–12
Booking: Advance tickets only. Sales close 12 p.m. Eastern the day before. No refunds. Aqua Passes, Kids Free and other promotions are not valid.
Proof of homeschool: Bring a letter of intent or another state document showing homeschool status. Schedules, report cards or proof of homeschool-group membership also accepted.

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Georgia Aquarium: Tuesdays in the Field

Last checked 2026-10-23.

HomeSchool Academy (Fall)

Zoo Atlanta · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Zoo & aquariumPaidNext: Wed, Nov 11In town (Atlanta)

Two-hour, grade-banded drop-off program with hands-on activities and Zoo tours. Fall themes: K–2 "The Needs to Succeed", 3–5 "Grossology", 6–8 "Mythological Mysteries", 9–12 "Sci-Fi Science".

Upcoming dates: Wed, Nov 11, 2026; Wed, Dec 9, 2026

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When: Wednesdays: Nov 11 and Dec 9, 2026 (Sept 9 and Oct 21 sessions already closed)
Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Price: $45 per program or $130 per semester; members $40 per program or $105 per semester
Ages: Grades K–12 (register in the correct grade band)
Booking: Register online by grade band. Registration for each date closes two days before at 10 a.m. (Nov 11 closes Nov 9; Dec 9 closes Dec 7). Drop-off and pick-up at the Education Conservation Gate; parents stay in the car.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Workshop: "Counterweights and Measures"

Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History · Kennesaw (Cobb County · Cobb)

History & historic sitePaidNext: Wed, Nov 11Cobb

Drop-in, train-themed STEAM workshop with hands-on projects, guided activities and a presentation or tour every half hour.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Nov 11, 2026

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When: Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026 (third-party calendars suggest it is monthly; only this date was confirmed on the museum page)
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Price: Included with museum admission (admission price not listed on this page); free for members
Ages: Elementary students ages 5–12 with caregivers
Booking: Drop-in; no registration required.

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Southern Museum: Homeschool Workshop

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool: Archaeology 101

Panola Mountain State Park · Stockbridge (South Metro)

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Wed, Nov 11South Metro

Hands-on activity on how artifacts and context help us understand the past.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Nov 11, 2026

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When: Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026
Time: 10–11:30 a.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Designed for middle and high school; all homeschoolers welcome
Booking: Pre-registration required: 770-389-7801.

⚠️ Source is Georgia's official tourism event listing for the state park, not the park's own page.

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Explore Georgia (state tourism) event listing

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Hangout

Fulton County Library System – Fairburn Branch · Fairburn (South Metro)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Thu, Nov 12South Metro

Educational program for homeschool families to learn and build community.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 12, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026

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When: Thursdays: Nov 12 and Dec 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Recommended for elementary school students
Booking: Registration not required.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Hangout: Native Americans

Gwinnett County Public Library – Peachtree Corners Branch · Peachtree Corners (Gwinnett County · Gwinnett)

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Wed, Nov 18Gwinnett

Interactive stories about Georgia's Native American tribes for Native American Heritage Month.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Nov 18, 2026

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When: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026
Time: 1–2 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Ages 6–11
Booking: See the event page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Days

Atlanta History Center (Buckhead campus) · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

History & historic sitePaidNext: Thu, Nov 19In town (Atlanta)

Monthly themed program with 3–4 timed activities, hands-on artifact exploration and a craft station. Upcoming themes: Historical Hoaxes (Nov 19), STEAM Through the Museum (Jan 21), Civil Rights Tour of Georgia (Feb 18), Native Georgia (Apr 15).

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 19, 2026; Thu, Jan 21, 2027; Thu, Feb 18, 2027; Thu, Apr 15, 2027

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When: Third Thursday of the month
Time: 10 a.m.
Price: Included with museum admission (admission price not listed on this page)
Ages: Elementary to middle school students and their families
Booking: Buy museum admission; check the events calendar for each date.

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Atlanta History Center: Homeschool Days

Last checked 2026-10-23.

TEEN Home School Friday: "Light and Texture"

Booth Western Art Museum · Cartersville (Bartow County · Farther out)

Arts & performancePaidNext: Fri, Nov 20Farther out

Teen mixed-media and chalk-pastel class plus a tour of related artwork.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 20, 2026

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When: Friday, Nov 20, 2026
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Price: $12 non-members; $10 members
Ages: Ages 12–17
Booking: Registration deadline Friday, Nov 13. Minimum 10 students.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Meetup Mondays STEM Club

Fulton County Library System – Cleveland Avenue Branch · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Mon, Nov 30Good for little kids (2–4)In town (Atlanta)

The Happy Black Parent leads simple coding, math games and activities, and makerspace tables for homeschool families.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Nov 30, 2026

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When: Monday, Nov 30, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Homeschooling families with children from tots to teens
Booking: Please register beforehand so the library knows how many families to expect.

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Fulton County Library: Homeschool Meetup Mondays STEM Club

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool S.T.E.A.M. Day with We Create Tech

Fulton County Library System – Central Library · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

LibraryNo fee listedNext: Wed, Dec 9In town (Atlanta)

Homeschooled youth build technology projects (coding, A.I., video editing and more) with We Create Tech at the Teen Tech Center.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Dec 9, 2026

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When: Wednesday, Dec 9, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Price: No fee listed (public library program)
Ages: Ages 10–17
Booking: See the event page. No free parking at the Central Library.

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Fulton County Library: Homeschool S.T.E.A.M. Day

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Day

Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Fri, May 21In town (Atlanta)

Life science, botanical and environmental studies day at the Garden.

Upcoming dates: Fri, May 21, 2027

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When: Friday, May 21, 2027 (the 2026 date has passed)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Details via "Learn More" on the school programs page.

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Atlanta Botanical Garden: School Programs

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Backyard Scientists (homeschool nature class)

Dunwoody Nature Center · Dunwoody (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Nature center, garden & parkPaidOngoing / by arrangementDeKalb

Drop-off outdoor nature and science class led by naturalists: plant ID, weather, life cycles, games, crafts and experiments.

When: Thursdays, fall semester (began Sept 17, 2026)
Time: 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Price: $55 per day non-members; 10% off for members
Ages: Grades K–5
Booking: Register online; questions 770-394-3322.

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Dunwoody Nature Center: Homeschool Nature Classes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Children's tours for homeschool groups

Bulloch Hall · Roswell (North Fulton)

History & historic sitePrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementNorth Fulton

Hands-on local-history tours, including the Children's Museum Room, reconstructed slave quarters and gardens.

When: By arrangement
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed for small homeschool groups (the large-group tour requires 75+ children and a $75 deposit)
Ages: Ages 6+
Booking: "Special arrangements can be made for Home School Groups" — call 770-992-1731 ext. 4.

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Bulloch Hall: Children's Tours/Field Trips

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Fall farm field trips (homeschool outings welcome)

Southern Belle Farm · McDonough (South Metro)

FarmPaidOpen now · through Fri, Nov 6South Metro

Fall farm field trip on agriculture, animals and crops; the page names homeschool outings among welcome groups.

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When: Sept 23–Nov 6, 2026, Wednesday–Friday
Time: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Price: $15.95 per student; additional parents and siblings $15.95; one teacher free per 10 students
Ages: Preschool–2nd grade
Booking: Book on the farm's field-trip page; space is limited.

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Southern Belle Farm: 2026 Fall Field Trips

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Home School Program & Open House (skateboarding)

SkateATL · Chamblee (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Skating, bowling & playPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementDeKalb

Homeschool skateboarding program for beginners and experienced skaters, with an open house to try the park.

When: Not listed on source
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Contact contact@skateatl.com. A signed waiver is required for every participant (parent signs for under-18s).

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SkateATL: Home School Program

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Home School Public Skating

Sparkles Smyrna · Smyrna (Cobb County · Cobb)

Skating, bowling & playPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementCobb

All-ages homeschool public skate sessions.

When: August 2026–April 2027 (days and times not listed on the location page; see the monthly calendar)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages
Booking: Call (770) 432-6222 (office Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m.). All guests sign a waiver.

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Sparkles Smyrna location page

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Home School Stroke Clinic and Home School Team

Gwinnett Aquatics · Gwinnett County

PE, sports & swimPaidOngoing / by arrangementGwinnett

Stroke technique and conditioning with a certified coach (no meets). A Home School Team (12 and under) also swims meets.

When: Mondays and Fridays; Session 2: Feb 16–Mar 27 (2027, per the 2026–27 season)
Time: 10–11 a.m.
Price: Stroke clinic $180 per 6-week session, no registration fee, $5 sibling/multi-class discount. Team: regular team prices plus $70 registration.
Ages: Clinic: not listed; Team: 12 and under
Booking: New swimmers attend a free evaluation first (Tue/Thu 5:15 p.m.).

⚠️ The pool address is not on this page.

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Gwinnett Aquatics: Home School

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool art class

Children's Art Classes – Alpharetta · Alpharetta (North Fulton)

Art & enrichment classPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementNorth Fulton

Year-after-year homeschool art curriculum; ages 9+ follow the Art 1 curriculum (line, value, texture).

When: Page says "convenient daily class times"; duration and class size "TBD"
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Homeschooled students ages 5+
Booking: Register on the Alpharetta location site.

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Children's Art Classes Alpharetta: Homeschool

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool art groups (classical realism)

diDomizio Arts Center · Roswell (North Fulton)

Art & enrichment classPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementNorth Fulton

Classical-art homeschool art groups (drawing and painting, step-by-step progressive exercises), mixed ages and levels. New homeschool art groups can be formed in your area with 4 or more students.

When: Not listed on source
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Groups for ages 6–10 and 10–18; age 14+ can join the adult class in Roswell
Booking: Contact the center (770-634-7082). Groups of 4+ students can start a new group.

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diDomizio Arts Center: Home School Art Classes

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool classes and Environmental Expedition

Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center · Buford (Gwinnett County · Gwinnett)

Nature center, garden & parkPaidOngoing / by arrangementGwinnett

Classroom lessons on nature, science and technology from early childhood to high school; parents and siblings can explore the grounds meanwhile. Environmental Expedition is a 2-hour guided program.

When: By reservation
Time: Expedition: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–3 p.m.
Price: Homeschool classes: not listed on source. Environmental Expedition: $8 per person.
Ages: Expedition ages 5–12; classes early childhood–high school
Booking: Reserve in advance (770-904-3500 or EHCeducation@gwinnettcounty.com). Expedition has a 10-student minimum.

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Gwinnett County: GEHC Educational Programs

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool field classes

Elachee Nature Science Center · Gainesville (Hall County · Farther out)

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementFarther out

Monthly, Georgia-standards-aligned outdoor science field classes for homeschool families.

When: Monthly (dates not listed on this page)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Grades K–12
Booking: See Elachee's Homeschool Programs page (Learn More).

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Elachee: Camps & Programs

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool field trips

Tellus Science Museum · Cartersville (Bartow County · Farther out)

Science & planetariumPaidOngoing / by arrangementFarther out

Multi-age, Georgia-standards-based science programs designed for homeschool groups (not a full museum tour; you can explore afterward).

When: 2026–27 school year (registration opened May 18, 2026)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $12 per student (10-student minimum); parents and chaperones $20 or membership; planetarium add-on $2.50
Ages: Multi-age (specific ages not listed)
Booking: Reserve at least one week before. Pay at registration (cards only). Siblings and adults do not count toward the 10-student minimum.

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Tellus Science Museum: Homeschool Field Trips

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool field-trip programs

Bartow History Museum · Cartersville (Bartow County · Farther out)

History & historic sitePaidOngoing / by arrangementFarther out

Guided, Georgia-standards-based history programs for homeschool groups (e.g., Cherokee and Muscogee Cultures for 2nd grade; Civil War for 4th grade; 120 minutes).

When: By arrangement
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Student $7; parent/chaperone $11
Ages: Grade-specific programs
Booking: Guided programs need at least 10 students. Book via the museum (programs@bartowhistorymuseum.org or 770-382-3818 ext. 7352).

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Bartow History Museum: Homeschool

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool field-trip rates

Fernbank Museum of Natural History · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

MuseumPaidOngoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Families and small groups (under 10 students) get the student field-trip discount and can join daily drop-in programs. Groups of 10+ also get discounted adult tickets and one free chaperone per 10 students.

When: Any day the museum is open
Time: Not listed on source
Price: "Standard field trip rates" for students (amount not listed on this page). Under 10 students: regular adult prices. 10+ students: group adult prices.
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Groups of 10+ need a 48-hour advance reservation.
Proof of homeschool: State Letter of Intent required for the reduced educational rate.

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Fernbank Museum: Home-school Opportunities

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool group rate

LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Skating, bowling & playPaidOngoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

School pricing for homeschool groups at the indoor LEGO attraction.

When: School year
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $9 per person (students and adults); one free adult per 5 students
Ages: Attraction designed for ages 2–12
Booking: Minimum 10 child tickets. Pay online at booking. No outside food.

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LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta: Groups & Schools

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool programs (amphibians & wetlands)

Amphibian Foundation at Blue Heron Nature Preserve · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Nature center, garden & parkPaidOngoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Custom homeschool programs on amphibians, reptiles and habitats: single 2-hour visits, weekly series (3–28 weeks) or monthly series (3–9 months). Staff can also travel to groups in metro Atlanta.

When: By arrangement; weekly/monthly series September–May, Mon–Fri
Time: 1–4 hours
Price: $150 per hour (depends on length and group size)
Ages: Ages 6–14
Booking: Contact the education staff. Pay 2 weeks in advance; fees non-refundable but can be applied to a future program. Drop-off allowed.

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Amphibian Foundation: Homeschool Programs

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool show (Kids In Step)

Atlanta Ballet · Atlanta (Cobb County · Cobb)

Arts & performancePrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementCobb

Atlanta Ballet runs Kids In Step student matinees of The Nutcracker at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre (Dec 16 and Dec 17, 2026, 11 a.m.). The page says home schools should contact the ballet for "exclusive rates for our home school show".

When: Homeschool show date not listed on source
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Homeschool rate not listed (contact). Kids In Step school rate: $10 per person, 20-seat minimum.
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Contact Kate Biddle, 404-873-5811 x1207.

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Atlanta Ballet Centre: Kids In Step

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool tours and Homeschool Days

Michael C. Carlos Museum (Emory University) · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

MuseumPaidOngoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Docent-led tours on archaeology, conservation, world religion and art history. Themed Homeschool Days combine tours with hands-on art-making (dates are on the museum calendar, not this page).

When: Tours Tuesday–Friday
Time: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. (the page prints "10 p.m., 11 p.m." — likely a typo)
Price: Ages 5 and under free; ages 6–17 $8 each; one adult free per 10 children; additional adults $10
Ages: All ages; pricing bands 0–5 and 6–17
Booking: Schedule online at least 2 weeks ahead. 5–65 guests per tour. One chaperone per 10 students required. Custom invoice after booking.

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Carlos Museum: Homeschool Programs

Last checked 2026-10-23.

K–12 student group visits

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

History & historic siteFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Docent-guided or self-guided museum tours for K–12 student and youth groups.

When: Mondays–Saturdays during the school year
Time: Arrive between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Price: Free for K–12 students, plus one free adult per 10 students; other adults $12; college students $10
Ages: K–12
Booking: Submit the online reservation form at least 2 weeks ahead. Minimum 10 students, maximum 50 per visit.

⚠️ The page says "student and youth groups"; it does not name homeschool groups specifically. Ask when you book.

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Carter Library: Student Programming

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Planetarium group visits

Fernbank Science Center (DeKalb County School District) · Atlanta (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Science & planetariumPaidOngoing / by arrangementDeKalb

Standards-linked planetarium shows from Pre-K ("One World, One Sky") to high school ("Black Holes"). Homeschool groups are named as eligible.

When: By request, on the dates the center lists
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $5 per student, $10 per adult; one free adult per 10 students
Ages: Pre-K–12 (shows by grade)
Booking: Request at least 10 days ahead with the FSC Program Request Form. Not confirmed until paid.

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Fernbank Science Center: Group Visits

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Ranger-led and self-guided field trips

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park · Kennesaw (Cobb County · Cobb)

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementCobb

National Park Service education programs; the reservation form lists home school groups among eligible audiences.

When: School year: self-guided Mon–Fri; guided usually Mon–Thu (limited Fridays)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Submit the NPS Education Reservation Request form on the park page.

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NPS: In-Person Field Trips at Kennesaw Mountain

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Self-guided field trips for homeschool groups

Zoo Atlanta · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Zoo & aquariumPaidOngoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Discounted group admission for homeschool groups, with standards-based curriculum guides to use before and after the visit.

When: Available daily, year-round; timed entry slots
Time: Entry slots 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Price: $18.99 per student. One chaperone free per 10 students; extra chaperones pay the student price.
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Reserve and pay at least 14 days ahead. Minimum 10 students. No walk-up groups. Full refund if cancelled 7 days before. Optional $9.50 pre-ordered lunch.

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Zoo Atlanta: Self-Guided Field Trips: Homeschoolers

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Student matinees for homeschool groups

Alliance Theatre · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Arts & performancePrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

Homeschool families and groups may attend student matinees; there is no minimum ticket count.

When: Per season matinee schedule (not listed on the FAQ page)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Book through the Alliance school-day team (contact on the field trips pages).

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Alliance Theatre: Field Trip FAQs

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Weekly Homeschool Hangout, plus homeschool PE and drawing

Cobb County Parks – Boots Ward Recreation Center · Cobb County

PE, sports & swimPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementCobb

Cobb's Fall 2026 Activity Guide lists a weekly Homeschool Hangout at Boots Ward Recreation Center and homeschool PE and drawing classes.

When: Weekly (day, time and price are in the activity guide PDF; not checked)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Registration links and activity codes are in the Fall 2026 Activity Guide.

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Cobb County: What's Inside the Fall 2026 Activity Guide

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Weekly homeschool PE (Mondays)

Unite Homeschool Network at Kennesaw rec center · Kennesaw (Cobb County · Cobb)

PE, sports & swimPaidOngoing / by arrangementCobb

Weekly homeschool physical education class run by a homeschool network.

When: Mondays, August–April (no classes in December or May)
Time: 1:30–3 p.m.
Price: $7 per child per week (coaches' children free)
Ages: "Kids of all ages"
Booking: Register online for Mondays in Kennesaw.

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Unite Homeschool Network: Homeschool PE

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Weekly homeschool PE (Wednesdays)

Unite Homeschool Network at Woodstock Wrec · Woodstock (Cherokee County · Farther out)

PE, sports & swimPaidOngoing / by arrangementFarther out

Weekly homeschool physical education class run by a homeschool network.

When: Wednesdays, August–April (no classes in December or May)
Time: 1:30–3 p.m.
Price: $7 per child per week (coaches' children free)
Ages: "Kids of all ages"
Booking: Register online for Wednesdays in Woodstock.

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Unite Homeschool Network: Homeschool PE

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Free outings (3 listings)

National park fee-free days at Kennesaw Mountain

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park · Kennesaw (Cobb County · Cobb)

Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Next: Tue, Oct 27Cobb

The National Park Service waives entrance fees on its 2026 fee-free days. Kennesaw Mountain normally charges a $5 daily entrance fee. Remaining 2026 dates: Oct 27 (Theodore Roosevelt's birthday) and Nov 11 (Veterans Day).

Upcoming dates: Tue, Oct 27, 2026; Wed, Nov 11, 2026

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When: Tuesday, Oct 27 and Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026
Time: Park hours (not listed on the fees page)
Price: Free entrance for US citizens and residents on these days (normally $5 per day). Other fees may apply.
Ages: All ages
Booking: No booking. Families with a 4th grader can also get a free pass (NPS fees page).

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

UPS Second Sunday (free admission)

High Museum of Art · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

MuseumFree (per source)Next: Sun, Nov 8In town (Atlanta)

Free general admission for everyone on the second Sunday of each month, with drop-in art making (12–4:30 p.m., while supplies last) and family-friendly programming.

Upcoming dates: Sun, Nov 8, 2026; Sun, Dec 13, 2026

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When: Second Sundays: Nov 8 and Dec 13, 2026
Time: 12–5 p.m.
Price: Free admission. Parking $25 (prepaid parking recommended; free member parking excluded).
Ages: All ages
Booking: No ticket price; reserve parking ahead on busy weekends.

⚠️ The High says the Greene Family Learning Gallery is closed on UPS Second Sundays and special-exhibition access is not guaranteed. The Dec 13 date comes from the High's December event page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park (free)

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

History & historic siteFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementIn town (Atlanta)

No entrance fee. The visitor center, Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and Freedom Hall are open daily; ranger-led programs run several times a day. Dr. King's Birth Home is closed for renovations.

When: Daily, except Jan 1, Thanksgiving Day and Dec 25
Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Price: Free (no entrance pass required). Free visitor parking at 423 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE.
Ages: All ages
Booking: No reservation listed. Check the park calendar for program times.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Family events through Dec 31 (12 listings)

Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove opens

Zoo Atlanta · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Zoo & aquariumPaidNext: Fri, Nov 6In town (Atlanta)

Zoo Atlanta says its pandas' new home, the Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove, opens Nov 6.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026

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When: Opens Friday, Nov 6, 2026
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Zoo admission (price not listed on this page)
Ages: All ages
Booking: Buy zoo admission online.

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Zoo Atlanta (site-wide announcement)

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Holiday Craft

Fulton County Library System – Roswell Branch · Roswell (North Fulton)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Nov 7North Fulton

Turn wooden triangles into a holiday gnome, Santa or winter tree. Materials provided free.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026

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When: Saturday, Nov 7, 2026
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Price: Free (materials provided)
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: See the event page.

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Fulton County Library event

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Stone Mountain Christmas

Stone Mountain Park · Stone Mountain (DeKalb County · DeKalb)

Nature center, garden & parkPaidOpens Sat, Nov 7 · through Sun, Jan 3DeKalb

Over two million lights and holiday shows: the Christmas Parade, the Tree Lighting Ceremony with Santa's Big Flight, the Magical Christmas Drone & Light Show, Jurassic Christmas and a Rudolph 4-D experience.

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When: Weekends and holidays, Nov 7, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
Time: Parade 6 p.m.; Santa's Big Flight 6:30 p.m.; drone & light show 8:20 p.m. (7:20 Christmas Eve, 8:00 New Year's Eve)
Price: Attractions ticket or membership required for the drone show (price not listed on this page)
Ages: All ages
Booking: Buy tickets online. Shows can be delayed or cancelled for wind or weather.

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Stone Mountain Park: Stone Mountain Christmas

Last checked 2026-10-23.

A Christmas Carol

Alliance Theatre (Coca-Cola Stage) · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Arts & performancePrice not listedOpens Sat, Nov 14 · through Sun, Dec 27In town (Atlanta)

Dickens' classic with live music on the Coca-Cola Stage. The theatre calls it a holiday experience for audiences of all ages. About two hours with a 15-minute intermission.

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When: Nov 14–Dec 27, 2026
Time: See the theatre's performance calendar
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages (per the theatre)
Booking: Tickets through the Alliance Theatre. Library cardholders can borrow an Alliance Theatre pass (see "Free with a library card").

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Alliance Theatre: A Christmas Carol

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Atlanta Botanical Garden · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Nature center, garden & parkPaidOpens Sat, Nov 14 · through Sun, Jan 10In town (Atlanta)

Millions of colored lights and holiday displays throughout the Garden.

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When: Nov 14, 2026–Jan 10, 2027
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Timed tickets (price not listed on this page). Members save $5 per ticket.
Ages: All ages
Booking: Buy timed tickets online.

Source:

Atlanta Botanical Garden: Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Santa at Rhodes Hall

Rhodes Hall (The Georgia Trust) · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

History & historic sitePaidNext: Sat, Nov 21Good for little kids (2–4)In town (Atlanta)

Personal appointments with Santa at the "Castle on Peachtree", including a photo session and a custom 5×7 portrait.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 21, 2026; Sun, Nov 22, 2026; Sat, Dec 5, 2026; Sun, Dec 6, 2026; Fri, Dec 11, 2026; Sat, Dec 12, 2026; Sun, Dec 13, 2026

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When: Nov 21, 22 and Dec 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 2026 (Dec 2 and Dec 10 are pet nights)
Time: Sat 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (Nov 21: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.), Sun 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Fri Dec 11 5–8 p.m.
Price: $60 per appointment; +$20 to use your own camera
Ages: Children (groups of more than four children book an extra slot)
Booking: Reserve an appointment online. Free parking at the Rhodes Hall lot, 1495 Spring Street.

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The Georgia Trust: Santa at Rhodes Hall

Last checked 2026-10-23.

IllumiNights at the Zoo

Zoo Atlanta · Atlanta (City of Atlanta · In town (Atlanta))

Zoo & aquariumPaidOpens Sat, Nov 21 · through Sun, Jan 17In town (Atlanta)

Mile-long trail of illuminated wildlife lanterns, hot cocoa and marshmallow roasting at fire pits.

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When: Select nights, Nov 21, 2026–Jan 17, 2027 (the event page doesn't list which nights)
Time: 5:30–9:30 p.m. (last entry 8 p.m.)
Price: General admission: adult (12+) $20.99–$24.99, child (3–11) $17.99–$19.99. Members: adult $16.99–$20.99, child $14.99–$16.99. Age 2 and under free. Cherokee Avenue lot parking $6 flat.
Ages: All ages
Booking: Separately ticketed; buy in advance (limited capacity). SNAP, CityPASS and military discounts not accepted.

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