Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, September 18 to Sunday, September 20. Be sure to check the information in the provided links to verify time and date, and to check for any changes, cancellations or sell-outs (also for any mistakes that we at the Courier might have made in transcribing the event information … we are not infallible :-).
Friday, September 18
Walking for Wellness
Venue: Freeman Poole Senior Center
Date: Friday, September 18
Time: 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Address: 4025 South Hurt Road, Smyrna, GA 30082
Description: Join Freeman Poole Senior Center staff for a two-mile walk through Heritage Park designed to promote physical fitness, emotional well-being and social engagement. Registration is required.
Cost: Free
More information: Walking for Wellness
SHIP Medicare Counseling
Venue: Senior Wellness Center
Date: Friday, September 18
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Address: 1150 Powder Springs Street, Marietta, GA 30064
Description: Certified State Health Insurance Assistance Program counselors provide free, unbiased information and one-on-one assistance with Medicare health and prescription drug plans. Appointments are required.
Cost: Free
More information: SHIP Medicare Counseling
Community Feeding & Clothing by He’s Able Foundation
Venue: South Cobb Regional Library
Date: Friday, September 18
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Address: 805 Clay Road, Mableton, GA 30126
Description: He’s Able Outreach Foundation and the library offer free meals, clothing and other resources for people in need. All are welcome.
Cost: Free
More information: Community Feeding & Clothing by He’s Able Foundation
ENGLISH Conversation Group
Venue: Sibley Library
Date: Friday, September 18
Time: 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Address: 1539 South Cobb Drive, Marietta, GA 30060
Description: A conversation group for people already learning English who want to build speaking and listening confidence through conversations and simple group activities. This is not an English-language lesson. Registration is required.
Age range: Adults ages 18+ and seniors ages 60+
More information: ENGLISH Conversation Group
Saturday, September 19
Marietta Square Farmers Market
Venue: Marietta Square Farmers Market
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 9 a.m. – noon
Address: 41 Mill Street, Marietta, GA 30060
Description: Shop from dozens of vendors offering fresh produce and other locally produced foods and goods.
More information: Marietta Square Farmers Market
Pop-In for Family Fun: Music of Marietta
Venue: Marietta History Center
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Address: 1 Depot Street, Marietta, GA 30060
Description: Families can explore the Music of Marietta through an instrument “petting zoo,” live music in the galleries and music- and rhythm-themed crafts and activities.
Age range: Children and families
Cost: Free
More information: Pop-In for Family Fun: Music of Marietta
Georgia’s Prehistoric Native Plants: Our 300-million-year-old Garden
Venue: Switzer Library
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 10:30 a.m. – noon
Address: 266 Roswell Street, Marietta, GA 30060
Description: Jose Santamaria, Executive Director Emeritus of Tellus Science Museum, discusses the geology, paleo-climate and diversity of Georgia’s ancient native plants and their fossil record. Sponsored by the Georgia Native Plant Society North Metro Chapter.
More information: Georgia’s Prehistoric Native Plants
Monthly Makers – Kinusaiga (Japanese No-Sew Fabric Art)
Venue: North Cobb Regional Library
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Address: 3535 Old 41 Highway, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Description: The library’s Monthly Makers program celebrates its 50th session with an introduction to Kinusaiga, the Japanese art of creating designs with fabric without sewing. Materials are provided. Registration is required and space is limited.
Age range: Ages 14+
More information: Monthly Makers – Kinusaiga
Paws for Justice Community Event
Venue: RedBud Blossom Family Justice Center
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: Noon – 3 p.m.
Address: 277 Fairground Street SE, Marietta, GA 30060
Description: A family- and pet-friendly community event celebrating comfort dog Rose’s five years of service and welcoming new comfort dogs Lexi and Justice. Activities include free pet adoptions, animal nail clipping, animal portraits, snowcones and free cupcakes while supplies last.
Age range: Family-friendly
Cost: Free activities are offered
More information: Paws for Justice Community Event
Yo Soy Smyrna: Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Venue: Village Green Park
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Address: 1250 Powder Springs Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Description: Smyrna celebrates National Hispanic American Heritage Month with live entertainment, Hispanic cuisine, local vendors, music and cultural activities.
Age range: All ages
Cost: Free
More information: Yo Soy Smyrna: Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Guns N’ Roses at Truist Park
Venue: Truist Park
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 6:25 p.m.; doors open at 5 p.m.
Address: 755 Battery Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30339
Description: Guns N’ Roses brings its 2026 World Tour to Truist Park for a Saturday night concert.
More information: Guns N’ Roses at Truist Park
Root House Harvest Dinner
Venue: William Root House
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Address: 80 N. Marietta Parkway NW, Marietta, GA 30060
Description: A special evening at the historic William Root House featuring after-hours museum access followed by an intimate dinner on the grounds. Reservations are required and space is limited.
More information: Root House Harvest Dinner
Sunday, September 20
Epic Farmer’s Market
Venue: Riverside EpiCenter
Date: Sunday, September 20
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Address: 135 Riverside Parkway, Mableton, GA 30168
Description: Riverside EpiCenter and Event HelperZ host a weekly farmers market featuring vendors offering fresh and locally produced goods.
More information: Epic Farmer’s Market
Smyrna Market
Venue: Market Village
Date: Sunday, September 20
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Address: 1265 W. Spring Street, Smyrna, GA 30080
Description: A weekly community market with more than 60 vendors offering international foods, local honey, handmade soaps, baked goods, crafts and more.
More information: Smyrna Market
Farmers Markets at The Battery Atlanta
Venue: The Plaza at The Battery Atlanta
Date: Sunday, September 20
Time: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Address: 755 Battery Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30339
Description: Browse regional vendors offering produce, artisanal foods, wellness products, pet products and more. The event also includes a petting zoo and Bark Market.
Age range: Family-friendly
Cost: Free
More information: Farmers Markets at The Battery Atlanta
Don’t Be Cruel: The Elvis Experience
Venue: Jennie T. Anderson Theatre
Date: Sunday, September 20
Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Address: 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta, GA 30060
Description: Cobb PARKS presents a live tribute performance celebrating the music, style and legacy of Elvis Presley.
More information: Don’t Be Cruel: The Elvis Experience
Level 1 & 2 Improv Graduation Showcase
Venue: The Alley Stage
Date: Sunday, September 20
Address: 11 Anderson Street, Marietta, GA 30064
Description: Students from The Alley Stage’s Level 1 and Level 2 improv classes take the stage for a live showcase built from audience suggestions, with scenes created on the spot and nothing scripted or rehearsed.
More information: Level 1 & 2 Improv Graduation Showcase
This is just a sampling of things to do this weekend
To plan your weekend calendar based on your and your family’s interested, browse the following websites:
Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre
Marietta Cobb Museum of Arts events page
Georgia Symphony Orchestra events page
Editor’s note: AI was used in the production of this article. To read about when and why we made use of AI, read our article “How, When and Why the Cobb County Courier uses AI.”