Step into Fall Activities in Atlanta at Stone Mountain Park

Feel the crisp fall air as you arrive at Stone Mountain Park and step into a world where fall activities in Atlanta come alive. With over 3,200 acres of colorful trees, winding trails, peaceful gardens, and sparkling lakes, this is the perfect backdrop for autumn discoveries with family. Between September 13 and November 2, 2025, our Pumpkin Festival transforms the park into a festive wonderland full of daytime fun and nightly glow magic. Come make memories in this welcoming autumn escape you’ll want to experience again and again.

Enjoy the Stone Mountain Park’s Fall Pumpkin Festival

Stone Mountain Park shines among fall activities in Atlanta thanks to its brilliant foliage and friendly fall celebrations. You can enjoy refreshing hikes and nature walks, then step into seasonal entertainment that warms the heart. From September through November 2025, our Pumpkin Festival invites you to create magical moments at every turn. 

Play by Day at the Pumpkin Festival: Fun Fall Activities for Families

Experience a joyful lineup of daytime festival fun designed for kids and adults alike. Dive into festive festivities, then continue your adventure with classic attractions and gorgeous scenery.

• Character Meet-and-Greets & Storytelling: Meet fairy tale characters while enjoying lively storytelling sessions perfect for young guests and capturing fall photo moments.
• Pie-Eating Contest with the Mad Hatter: Join the quirky Mad Hatter for a pie party unlike any other, fun, messy, and full of laughter.
• Enchanting Fairy-Tale Scenes & Photo Spots: Stroll through enchanting fairytale displays that offer the perfect backdrop for seasonal pictures and family memories.

Explore Outdoor Fall Adventures in Atlanta at Stone Mountain Park

When you add autumn colors to trails and attractions, every outing becomes an adventure. Stone Mountain Park offers plenty to explore in nature and fun attractions under crisp fall skies.

• Walk‑Up Trail to Summit: Hike the 1.3‑mile Walk‑Up Trail together amid beautiful fall colors as leaves shift to warm reds and golds. Reaching the summit delivers breathtaking 360‑degree views of Atlanta and the north Georgia hills, with invigorating cool breezes at the top. 
• Cherokee Trail Loop: Circle the mountain on this gentle five‑mile loop through oak‑hickory forest, flowing streams, and colorful fall foliage. It’s an ideal pace for relaxed family walks with plenty of scenic photo stops and rest areas. 
• Nature Garden Trail & Songbird Habitat: Wander peaceful loop trails through mature native plant gardens and bird-filled habitats offering moments of calm amid autumn splendor. These short, easy trails are perfect for nature lovers and little explorers alike. 
• Summit Skyride: Glide in the Swiss-designed cable car starting at 10 AM with a smooth ride up to the mountain’s peak to admire fall colors from above. It pairs perfectly with a morning hike or train ride. 
• Scenic Railroad: All aboard the open-air train ride that loops five miles around the mountain base, passing woods warm with fall hues and gentle terrain. Sit back, relax, and enjoy elevated perspectives of the park’s autumn scenery with the whole family. 
• Dinosaur Explore & 4D Theater: Walk a wooded path filled with more than 20 life-size dinosaurs that roar and move amid fall foliage, exciting for kids and adults alike. Then head indoors to enjoy a short seasonal 4D movie full of thrills and surprises to settle into after outdoor fun.

Glow by Night with Magical Evening Fall Activities

When dusk settles, Stone Mountain Park transforms into a glowing wonderland. The whole park fills with cozy lights and glowing fun that sparkles across the night sky. Every corner glows brighter at night, bringing a sense of fall magic that’s perfect for families.

• Glow‑In‑The‑Dark Mini‑Golf & Illuminated Trails: Play a round of mini‑golf with glow‑in‑the‑dark golf balls, under twinkling lights and fall-themed decorations. Stroll illuminated trails like Enchanted Forest or Treasure Island, lined with glowing pumpkins and storybook characters.
• Giant Carved Pumpkins & Themed Areas: Wander through more than 40 vibrant storybook-themed scenes, each lit by glowing pumpkins, bubbles, fog, and enchanting lights. 
• Pumpkin Tree Lighting & Glow‑a‑Long Parade: Watch in wonder as Cinderella floats overhead and lights the giant pumpkin tree, setting off a festive glow. Then dance along in the Glow‑a‑Long Parade with glowing floats and storybook friends, followed by a fireworks finale on Memorial Lawn.
• Pumpkin Drone & Light Show: Marvel at hundreds of color‑changing drones choreographed to music, forming pumpkins, bats, spiders, and more above Stone Mountain. The immersive drone show ends with fireworks that light up the autumn night sky in beautiful patterns.

Plan Your Visit: Dining, Tickets & Stays for Fall Fun

Stone Mountain Park helps you plan your fall escape with ease and style.

Easy Eats & Picnic Spots

Grab fresh meals to go at a welcoming open-air market. Campfire Smokehouse and Big Rock Café offer BBQ, burgers, and more with indoor and outdoor seating. Pack a picnic to enjoy at scenic spots like Studdard or Triangle Picnic Area, surrounded by fall foliage.

Stay Overnight for Fall Magic

Choose from cozy camping spots, tents, RVs, yurts, or relax indoors at The Inn at Stone Mountain Park or Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort with lake or forest views. All are just steps away from festival fun and autumn trails.

Tickets & Memberships Made Easy

Pick a one-day Attractions Ticket or go for a Mountain Membership for access to Pumpkin Festival, rides, and glow shows. Members enjoy perks like free parking, discounts on food or lodging, guest passes, and front-of-line access on busy days.

Make Stone Mountain Park Your Fall Retreat in Atlanta

Stone Mountain Park brings together lush fall scenery, seasonal celebrations, and outdoor adventure for a joyful family outing. Walk through autumn woods, ride high in the sky, dine under oak trees, and end the day in glowing light.
Ready to make autumn memories? Book Your Tickets and secure lodging or camping for the Pumpkin Festival. Want help planning? Contact Us for assistance and ready answers. Start your fall escape at Stone Mountain Park, where fall activities in Atlanta blossom into a season of wonder and fun.