By David Clifford
Mark those calendars for October 26, 2024, because the Benteen Park Fall Fest is making a grand return—bigger, better, and packed with more fun than ever! From 11 am to 6 pm, the park will come alive with music, entertainment, and activities sure to make this year’s festival unforgettable. Get ready for a day full of live performances, fun activities, and community spirit!
Here’s a little teaser at what’s coming your way:
11:00am – 12:00pm: DJ Skooter. Kicking off the festival with high-energy tunes and keeping the party going between sets all day!
12:00pm – 12:45pm: Jonathan Brenner. Atlanta-based singer-songwriter blending pop, country, folk, Americana, and jazz. FB: JonathanBrennerMusic | IG: @jonathanbrennermusic | Website: jonathanbrennermusic.com
1:00pm: Mini Pumpkin Toss Competition. A fan favorite! Toss mini pumpkins while increasing the distance—how far can you go?
1:30pm: Deep South Wrestling. Get ready for high-flying acrobatics, over-the-top theatrics, and larger-than-life characters as Deep South Wrestling brings its unforgettable spectacle to the Benteen Park Fall Fest! With 30+ years in the wrestling business and a recent resurgence, DSW has become the standard for pro wrestling in Atlanta. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the scene, this family-friendly event will deliver an action-packed experience you won’t want to miss. FB: dswga | IG: @deepsouthwrestling | Website: www.wearedeepsouth.com
1:45pm – 2:30pm: Predawn Pours. Local dad band playing original tunes sure to get your feet stomping. FB: PredawnPours | IG: @predawnpours
2:45pm: Scarecrow Stop, Squirrel Sprint. Join us for a Halloween twist on Red Light, Green Light – fun for the whole family!
3:00pm – 5:00pm: Dad’s Garage Street Performance. Hilarious improv from Atlanta’s own Dad’s Garage, roaming the vendor market.
3:30pm – 4:15 pm: Six Foot Ramblers. Bluegrass, old-time, country, and western music from a band born of backyard fire pit jams. FB: SixFootRamblers | IG: @sixfootramblers | Website: sixfootramblers.com
4:30pm: Halloween Costume Contest (Kids/Adults/Dogs). Get creative with your costumes for a chance to win in this fun-filled contest.
5:00pm – 5:45pm: Dead Rabbits VI. Celtic folk rock featuring pennywhistle, fiddle, and more. Inspired by Flogging Molly and Dropkick Murphys, this band will keep you dancing to close out the festival. FB: TheDeadRabbitsConyers | IG: @deadrabbitsvi
This year’s festival promises to bring fun for everyone, from fantastic local musicians to exciting activities, local vendors, food trucks, and attractions for all ages. We’re also excited to feature adorable adoptable dogs from PAWS Atlanta and LifeLine Animal Project. Volunteers will be on hand to discuss the various programs and services that LifeLine offers such as low-cost veterinary care, resources to help those in need (free food, pet supplies, etc.), spay/neuter services, volunteer opportunities, and their foster program. Foster parents will sign up to bring their dogs to the festival and adoptions can happen on the spot. In fact, a member of our festival planning committee adopted a dog named Brad from the festival last year!
We want to extend a special thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible. Benteen Park Fall Fest is hosted by the South Atlantans for Neighborhood Development (SAND) and presented by our Harvest Hero sponsors: Round Trip Brewing Company, Neon Cardigan, Red’s Beer Garden, and Empire Communities. We’re also grateful to our Pumpkin Pal sponsors: Atlanta City Council Members Jason Winston and Matt Westmoreland, Earthshaking Music, and WRFG 89.3 FM.
For more details and updates, visit our website at benteenparkfallfest.com and follow us on social media for the latest information.
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors, and join us at Benteen Park on October 26 for an amazing day of music, laughter, and community. See you there!
