Candler Park Fall Fest 2026
📅 Sunday, October 4: 5K begins at 9:00 AM; festival activities begin at 11:00 AM
Candler Park | 1500 McLendon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
FREE Bike Valet Sponsored by Northside Hospital
Celebrate 25 years of Candler Park Fall Fest! One of Atlanta's favorite neighborhood festivals returns for a full weekend of live music, local art, food, family activities, and community fun in beautiful Candler Park. The free, volunteer-run festival attracts approximately 20,000 visitors each day, while raising money that goes right back into the community. Proceeds support the Candler Park Neighborhood Organization, park improvements, and local nonprofit organizations.
🎶 Two Days of FREE Live Music
Fall Fest features two stages of live music throughout the weekend, with a 2026 lineup spanning rock, blues, jazz, folk, and country. Music is scheduled from 11:00 AM–7:00 PM on both Saturday and Sunday.
🎨 Artist Market, Food & Family Fun
Explore the huge Artist Market featuring local and regional artists and makers, grab something delicious from festival food vendors, and bring the kids to Kidlandia for family-friendly activities. The Artist Market, food vendors, and Kidlandia are scheduled from 11:00 AM–6:00 PM both days.
🏃 Sunday Morning 5K & Fun Run
Start Sunday with the Candler Park 5K at 9:00 AM, followed by the 1-Mile Fun Run at 10:00 AM. The course travels through the Candler Park neighborhood and scenic Freedom Park paths, and the 5K is an official 2027 AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifier. Race proceeds benefit the Candler Park Neighborhood Organization and Candler Park Conservancy.
🚲 Ride to Fall Fest — We've Got Your Bike!
Parking around Candler Park is extremely limited, and festival organizers specifically encourage attendees to walk, bike, take MARTA, rideshare, or use other alternative transportation. That's where we come in!
Two Wheel Valet ATL will provide FREE, secure bike valet throughout the entire festival weekend, sponsored by Northside Hospital. Ride your bike, e-bike, scooter, OneWheel, or other micromobility device to Candler Park, check your wheels with our team, and enjoy the festival without worrying about parking.
🎶 Live Music: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM both days
📍 Location: Candler Park, 1500 McLendon Ave NE
🎟️ Festival Admission: FREE
🚲 Bike Valet: FREE — Sponsored by Northside Hospital
Come ride, park with us, and spend the weekend celebrating 25 years of music, art, food, and community in Candler Park!