Cirque du Soleil Returns to Atlantic Station, Restaurant Week and More Thrilling October Events
Tuesday, October 4th, 2022
Prepare to be thrilled for Atlantic Station’s October events lineup! The long-awaited, jaw-dropping acrobatic tricks of Cirque du Soleil return under the big top this month in the Pinnacle Lot. Make a difference and support the community through several runs, walks and races at Atlantic Station, including the Atlanta Kidney Walk, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and more. Celebrate Halloween early with a showing of Halloweentown on Atlantic Green on Oct. 8 and a Spooky Station-themed Tot Spot on Oct. 11. In celebration of its 17th anniversary on Oct. 21, Atlantic Station will host the second annual Restaurant Week from Oct. 17-23 with deals and discounts you won’t want to miss. Shop local every weekend at Maker’s Market featuring Atlanta’s most talented creators. Make Atlantic Station your go-to spot this month with October’s stacked events lineup.
The full October events lineup is outlined below:
Wellness Wednesdays
Wednesday, Oct. 5 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Give your mind and body some love by joining Atlantic Station and atl kula for the last free outdoor wellness classes of the season in support of the kula care foundation. To learn more about Wellness Wednesday and atl kula visit https://www.atlkula.com/schedule.
Cirque du Soleil: KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities
Thursday, Oct. 6 through Saturday, December 24
The wait is over as the amazing acrobats of Cirque du Soleil make their grand return to Atlantic Station! Experience the fantastical, impossible, colossal, unimaginable world of Cirque du Soleil by stepping into the curio cabinet of an ambitious inventor who defies the laws of time, space and dimension in order to reinvent everything around him. Suddenly, the visible becomes invisible, perspectives are transformed and the world is literally turned upside down. Cirque du Soleil offers regular and group tickets, accessible seating and more. Show times vary. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/cirque-du-soleil-kurios-cabinet-of-curiosities/.
Hallo-Greentown
Saturday, Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Feel the magic of Halloween on the Green! Join Atlantic Station for 12 hours of Halloween fun with a nonstop marathon of Disney classic, Halloweentown. Be sure to bring your own blanket or chairs and settle in for a SPELL of a good time. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests can enjoy photo opportunities with character-look-alikes from the film, face painting, free treats from Concierge and more. This is a family-friendly event and costumes are highly encouraged. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/hallo-greentown-halloweentown-movie-marathon/.
Tot Spot
Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. - noon
The last Tot Spot of the year's theme is Spooky Station! Get your little ones ready for a spook-tacular time filled with crafts, snacks and more. Costumes (and sunscreen) are encouraged! Tot Spot is free to attend and designed for children ages five and under, but all are welcome! All Tot Spot attendees will receive a special Tot Spot A-Card that can be used at select restaurants and retailers for discounts, so stick around after playtime for a delicious lunch. Tot Spot will take place on the second Tuesday of each month through October. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/tot-spot-2/2022-10-11/.
Atlanta Kidney Walk
Saturday, Oct. 15 from 8 a.m. - noon
Lace up your tennis shoes and help support the National Kidney Foundation at the annual Atlanta Kidney Walk hosted by Atlantic Station. Held in over 70 communities, Kidney Walk is the National Kidney Foundation’s largest awareness campaign and the country’s leading walk to fight kidney disease, uniting local communities to enhance the future for those affected by kidney disease. Proceeds will provide lifesaving programs that support patients, their families and those at risk. For more information or to register for the walk, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/2022-atlanta-kidney-walk/.
ATL Tiny Doors Open Studio
Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Stop in and meet Atlantic Station’s artist-in-residence, Karen Anderson Singer of Tiny Doors ATL, when she opens her studio for a behind-the-scenes peek into how her public art comes to life. See Tiny Doors in progress, shop exclusive merchandise, view the retired door gallery and learn how she has become one of Atlanta’s most popular and well known artists. The studio will be open on the third Saturday of every month. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/tiny-doors-atl-open-studio-2/2022-10-15/.
PNC Atlanta 10 Miler & 5k
Sunday, Oct. 16 from 5:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Join Atlantic Station for one of the city’s most popular running and walking events, PNC Atlanta 10 Miler & 5k. Participants will weave through the Buckhead neighborhood and finish the race at Atlantic Station where runners can celebrate with a post-race meal or retail therapy at one of the many restaurants and retailers that will be offering discounts and specials during race weekend. For more information or to register for the race, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/pnc-10-miler-5k-2/
Atlantic Station Restaurant Week
Monday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 23
Join Atlantic Station in celebrating its 17th anniversary with the second annual Atlantic Station Restaurant Week! From Oct. 17 - Oct. 23, participating restaurants including Azotea Cantina, Yard House, HOBNOB, Toscano Ristorante Italiano, Atlantic Grill and more will offer curated menus and exclusive deals throughout the week. In addition, retailers including Athleta, Athlete’s Foot, Dillards, Banana Republic and more will offer exclusive discounts with proof of a receipt from one of the participating restaurants. On Oct. 21, guests can also enjoy a free night of Live Jazz on the Green in honor of Atlantic Station’s 17th anniversary from 5p.m. to 8 p.m. Treat your taste buds to something special at Atlantic Station’s Restaurant Week! For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/restaurant-week/.
Overtime Elite Games
Throughout October
Dribble on down to the Overtime Elite arena for the start of this year’s season! Watch exciting basketball games as some of the country’s best players go head-to-head in rigorous matchups. Opening weekend starts on Oct. 20 with exciting activities including special performances, celebrity guests, surprise giveaways and more! See below for the October schedule and to purchase tickets, visit
Thursday, Oct. 20 - Hoop Nation (Centennial) vs. Cold Hearts; The Explorers (Christopher Columbus) vs. YNG Dreamerz; California Basketball Club (Sierra Canyon) vs. City Reapers
Friday, Oct. 21 - Hoop Nation (Centennial) vs. YNG Dreamerz; The Explorers (Christopher Columbus) vs. Cold Hearts; Wheeler vs. City Reapers
Friday, Oct. 28 - Queen’s Defenders vs. City Reapers; Orangeville Prep vs. Cold Hearts
Saturday, Oct. 29 - Queen’s Defenders vs. YNG Dreamerz; Orangeville Prep vs. City Reapers
Make Strides Against Breast Cancer
Saturday, Oct. 22 from 7 - 11 a.m.
Making strides is more than just a walk, it’s about making a difference! Help end breast cancer and be a part of this special day in October honoring and celebrating warriors. Every dollar raised helps put an end to breast cancer through life saving research, education, support and resources. For more information or to register for the race, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/making-strides-against-breast-cancer-2/.
Atlantic Station Connect Community Open House
Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 4 - 6 p.m.
Atlantic Station Connect is a strategic transportation master plan that will guide future investments to ensure that Atlantic Station continues to be a great place in five, 10 and 20 years from now. The plan focuses on two qualities: enhancing accessibility by all modes and increasing the functional and aesthetic qualities of the transportation environment. During the open house, the project team and stakeholder advisory committee will share potential projects and programming opportunities identified through the planning process and get community feedback on design options and concepts. The open house will be held at the HOBNOB stage within Atlantic Green. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/as-connect-community-open-house/.
JDRF One Walk
Saturday, Oct. 29 from 7:30 - 11 a.m.
Conquer Type 1 diabetes (T1D) at the JDRF One Walk at Atlantic Station Diagnoses have been increasing at four times the rate of the global population, and over one million Americans are affected by Type 1 diabetes - that number is expected to rise to five million by 2050. The money raised at the walk will directly benefit research and funding for more support for the 1.8 million Americans living with T1D. For more information or to register for the walk, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/jdrf-one-walk/.
Maker’s Market
Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sundays from noon - 7 p.m.
Maker’s Market continues in September featuring Atlanta’s most talented creators at the beloved artisan market. Each weekend, guests can shop from an array of local vendors with items for sale, such as art, home decor, jewelry, candles and more. There will be tasty treats, skilled artists and plenty of fun for everyone to experience. Maker’s Market is pending favorable weather conditions and vendors will vary from weekend to weekend. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/makers-market-2/2022.
