ARTOBER Marietta celebrates the creativity, culture, and expression of our city.
October is National Arts & Humanities Month, the largest annual celebration for the arts and humanities in the nation. Join the Marietta Arts Council as we celebrate the Marietta art scene all month long... and beyond.
New this year! Celebrate the culinary arts with these special offers at select restaurants in Marietta. To redeem, show your program to your server OR mention ARTOBER!
From festivals to musicals to concerts and more, Marietta’s event calendar is full of artful offerings. We are happy to present this curated list of options available during the month of October.
These featured events are all performed within the City of Marietta. Many of our resident arts organizations offer performances outside of our city. We invite you to explore them via the full event calendar, available at visitmariettaga.com.
*INFORMATION ACCURATE AT TIME OF PUBLICATION. PLEASE VISIT INDIVIDUAL SITES TO CONFIRM DETAILS.
October 1 | 5 - 7PM
Wine Tasting Fundraiser at the Marietta Wine Market
Raise a glass and join the Marietta Arts Council to learn more about the many creative and cultural assets that fill our city. Learn how you can be involved and help us shape the future of Marietta’s art scene. The Marietta Wine Market provides light hors d’oeurves and will taste 4-6 wines. Suggested donation is $10.
October 1 - 5
Sister Act the Musical
Sister Act is the story of Deloris Van Cartier, an aspiring singer in Philadelphia who is introduced to a struggling choir at a convent. It's a joyous show that uses music to bring different communities and lifestyles together.
Tickets available at mariettatheatresquare.com
October 2 | 7pm
Spooky Movies at the Strand: The Dark Crystal
On a troubled planet, two elfen creatures search for a crystal shard which will bring peace to their world. Join us thirty minutes before the start of the film for a live pre-show concert on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ!
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
October 4 | 9am - 2pm
Marietta Square Artisan Market
You’ll find 35 artists on Mill Street, just across from the Marietta Square farmers market. Grab a friend and a cup of coffee and stroll the artisan market. It’s a treasure hunt every Saturday 9am-2pm.
October 4 | 8pm
Uptown: A Celebration of Motown & Soul
Fusing Bruno-Mars-caliber stage presence with top-tier vocals and wall-to-wall choreography, the men of UPTOWN combine the smooth stylings of R&B with the fresh hits of today in a unique and modern show that gets every crowd on their feet!
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
October 9, 11, 12
ShakesBEER: Macbeth
Experience the thrilling drama of Shakespeare’s Macbeth like never before with our boisterous ShakesBEER twist! Don’t miss this unique blend of Shakespearean drama and drinking games, where the only thing more intoxicating than the ale is the madness on stage!
Tickets available at alleystage.org
October 11 | 9am - 2pm
Marietta Square Artisan Market
You’ll find 35 artists on Mill Street, just across from the Marietta Square farmers market. Grab a friend and a cup of coffee and stroll the artisan market. It’s a treasure hunt every Saturday 9am-2pm.
October 11
Level Up! Music from Video Games
Get ready for a high-energy, family-friendly concert that brings the thrilling worlds of your favorite games to life-on stage and in surround sound! Level Up! is the ultimate mashup of gaming nostalgia and epic symphonic sound. Grab the whole family and press play on an unforgettable adventure!
Sensory Friendly: 2-3pm
Standard Performance: 4-5pm
Tickets available at georgiasymphony.org
October 11 - 12
Chalktoberfest
The Marietta Cobb Museum of Art is proud to present Chalktoberfest, an exciting combination of our annual Chalk Art Festival with our Craft Beer Festival. Enjoy your afternoon sampling craft beers, live music from local artists, watching professional Chalk Artists chalk the streets and eating great food at the beautiful downtown square of Marietta. The Chalktoberfest Community Chalk Competition will be held 11am – 5pm on Sunday and provides a unique opportunity for community members to try their hand at creating their own chalk art. A great event for all the family, Chalktoberfest is free to attend.
All proceeds go to the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art. Admission to the Museum is free all weekend-long during Chalktoberfest!
Tickets available at chalktoberfest.com
October 14 | 5 - 7pm
Equitable Evening at Old Zion Heritage Museum
Join the Marietta Arts Council for a short play presented by Out of Hand Theatre, followed by engaging conversations! Old Zion Heritage Museum sets the stage for this event, and all are welcome to join for a guided tour of this historic building!
October 16 | 7:30pm
Jazz Talk with Trey Wright: A Journey Through Jazz History
Join us for our interactive Jazz Talks with KSU Professor Trey Wright presented in partnership with the Jazz At The Strand series. The Jazz Talks will be located in our Lumiere Lounge.
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
October 17 | 8pm
An Evening With Shawn Mullins and His Band
Sponsored by Johnson & Alday, LLC, the Homegrown Georgia Songwriter Series features Shawn Mullins, known for hits like the Grammy-nominated “Lullaby,” “Beautiful Wreck,” and co-writing Zac Brown Band’s “Toes.” To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Soul’s Core, Mullins created Soul’s Core Revival, reimagining the landmark album with stripped-down solo versions and dynamic full-band recordings.
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
October 18 | 9am - 4pm
Cherokee Heights Arts Festival
The 17th Annual Cherokee Heights Arts Festival (CHAF) is Saturday, October 18th from 9am to 4pm. The Festival is on Freyer Drive NE between Etowah and Chicasaw Drives. Free parking and admission.
Learn more by visiting cherokeeheightsartsfestival.org
October 18 | 9am - 2pm
Marietta Square Artisan Market
You’ll find 35 artists on Mill Street, just across from the Marietta Square farmers market. Grab a friend and a cup of coffee and stroll the artisan market. It’s a treasure hunt every Saturday 9am-2pm.
October 18 | 10am - 4pm*
Pop-In at the Marietta History Center: Haunted History
Marietta, GA - The Marietta History Center invites families to join them for their monthly Pop-In event on Saturday, October 18th from 10 am to 4 pm. Held on the 3rd Saturday of every month, Pop-Ins offer an exciting opportunity for children and their families to engage with the museum through themed activities and crafts. For “Haunted Histories,” we’re connecting kids and families to Marietta’s past through spooky stories and seasonal traditions that are perfect for all ages. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
*activities are from 11am-2pm, but free admission is from 10am-4pm.
Learn more at mariettahistory.org
October 18 | 8pm
Anthony Fuentes Comedy Night
One Night Only! Don’t miss Chicago-based comedian Anthony Fuentes live at Marietta’s Theatre in the Square on October 18th. Known for his sharp storytelling, heartfelt humor, and high-energy performances, Anthony brings laughs inspired by life, fatherhood, and his Brooklyn roots. Get your tickets now at mariettatheatresquare.com — this is a night you won’t want to miss!
Tickets available at mariettatheatresquare.com
October 18 | 9am - 5pm
HarvestFest
Marietta’s HarvestFest is an annual festival held each October. The festival includes the HarvestFest Arts & Crafts Show, Pie Eating Contest, Touch-A-Truck, Scarecrows In The Square, Big Chicken Cornerback’s Coop, Costume Contest and Halloween Happenings kid’s festival. The festival is sure to please the whole family!
Learn more at mariettaga.gov
October 19 | 4pm
Strand Ole Opry: Brother Where Art Thou
Join us for a special Sunday edition of The Strand Ole Opry as we return to our roots and take on the music of O Brother, Where Art Thou! This back-porch special featuring our house Bluegrass Band, a host of guest vocalists, and good ole southern storytelling is sure to please country fans of all ages.
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
October 23 | 5 - 7pm
Marietta Arts Council Open House at Atlanta Hard Cider
Join the Marietta Arts Council at Atlanta Hard Cider and enjoy a celebration of the arts, and try your luck at our raffle! The Marietta Arts Council will receive $1 for every drink purchase!
October 23 - 26
Dracula Presented by Georgia Ballet
Prepare for a bold, visceral retelling of the classic vampire legend. This gripping ballet blends powerful movement, dramatic storytelling, and a chilling atmosphere that will leave you breathless. Performances are held at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre in Marietta.
Tickets available at georgiaballet.org
October 24 | 6:30pm
Lecture: Death, Crime and the Coroner
In the 19th century, the first person called to investigate a suspicious death was the coroner, oftentimes an elected official with little to no medical training. Hannah and William Root’s eldest son, Willie Root, served as Cobb County coroner from 1883 to 1887. A pharmacist and medical school graduate, Willie Root had a curious relationship with death: serving in gruesome Civil War field hospitals, experiencing personal loss within his family, and witnessing tragic crime scenes as coroner.
Tickets available at roothousemuseum.com
October 25 | 5 - 9pm
Victorian Funeral Flashlight Tours
During this special after-hours tour, visitors to the William Root House will explore darkened rooms decorated for a Victorian era funeral. Guests will view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era. Flashlight tour tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
Tickets available at roothousemuseum.com
October 25 | 3pm, 8pm
Scary Movies at The Strand: Hocus Pocus (1993)
300 years have passed since the Sanderson sisters were executed for practicing dark witchcraft. Returning to life thanks to a combination of a spell spoken before their demise and the accidental actions of Max, the new-kid- in-town, the sisters have but one night to secure their continuing existence.
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
October 30 | 7pm
Spooky Movies at The Strand: Halloween
John Carpenter’s seminal 1978 classic Halloween premiered in cinemas and on drive-in screens over four decades ago, changing the landscape of horror cinema. It stunned audiences worldwide and has since inspired countless films in this genre. Join us thirty minutes before the start of the film for a live pre-show concert on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ!
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
October 31 | 8pm, 11:59pm
Scary Movies at The Strand: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Not just a movie, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a cult tradition that has been passed down through generations. As always, patrons are invited to enjoy the movie in costume. A live organ pre-show on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ will begin thirty minutes before showtime. Prop bags with everything you need to play along are available for pre-purchase when buying movie tickets while supplies last.
Tickets available at earlsmithstrand.org
