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JAMESTOWN ANNOUNCES PONCE 100 – A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION HONORING PONCE CITY MARKET’S HISTORIC 1926 BRICK BUILDING

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/20/26

Throughout September, the Atlanta Destination will Host Community Events, Special Programming, & a Historic Installation

Jamestown, the Atlanta-based global real estate investment and management company, today announced Ponce 100, a centennial celebration honoring the 100-year anniversary of the historic Sears, Roebuck & Co. building that now houses Ponce City Market. Community events, a photography installation, and more programming will welcome the public to celebrate throughout the month of September.

  • Ponce 100 Community Celebration (Saturday, Sept. 26 | 2-8pm) – Free and open to the public, the Ponce 100 community celebration will feature live music, special food and drink offerings from Ponce City Market restaurants, art installations, custom merchandise, interactive workshops for all ages, and more. Outdoor festivities will take place in Scout Courtyard, next to Van Leeuwen and ALO.
  • Three Taverns x Ponce City Market Commemorative Beer Release & Launch Party (Friday, Sept. 25 | 6-9pm) – Ponce Brew Terminal, Three Taverns Craft Brewery’s new outpost at Ponce City Market on the Atlanta Beltline’s Eastside Trail, has teamed up with the property to release “100 Years on Ponce,” a commemorative, classic pre-Prohibition-style ale. Named as a play on the beermaker’s famed “Night on Ponce” IPA, the new beer features rich, golden, and hop-forward notes. To celebrate its debut in honor of the building’s 100th anniversary, Ponce Brew Terminal will host a launch party on Friday, September 25 from 6-9pm with live music, the commemorative beer on draft, and drink specials, plus its usual lineup of beers and food by Das BBQ. 
  • Centennial History Installation (Opening Saturday, Sept. 26) – An installation located on The Trestle, the third floor passageway connecting the historic building to the Atlanta Beltline, will tell the story of the property’s transformation and evolution from the beginning. With photographs, illustrations and historical information on display, the installation will detail the surrounding area’s start as a natural spring, theme park, and baseball field in the 1800s as well as the construction of the historic brick building, which housed a Sears retail store and distribution center from 1926 to 1989, and Atlanta City Hall in the 1990s, and finally, its revitalization to become Ponce City Market. Select installations will be on display beyond the centennial celebration for visitors to explore anytime.
  • Archival Photography Exhibition and Book Signing & Panel Discussion with Photographer Blake Burton & Historian Jerry Hancock (Open Friday, Sept. 18-Sunday, Oct. 18 | Panel Discussion & Book Signing on Friday, Sept. 18, 6-7pm) – Held on the second floor of the Central Food Hall, next to Glad & Young, this photography exhibition and event will showcase a visual history and raw look into how Ponce City Market’s historic building was preserved, both in architecture and spirit. 

On Friday, September 18, Historian Jerry Hancock and Atlanta-based Architect & Photographer Blake Burton – the duo behind Ponce City Market: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Atlanta’s Largest Building – will discuss the structure’s rich history and national significance from 2010 to 2016 in a panel discussion moderated by Wright Mitchell, President of the Georgia Trust for HIstoric Preservation. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. The event is from 6-7pm, free to attend and open to the public, with no pre-registration needed.

  • 100-Year Celebration Pasta Classes at Bellina Alimentari (Saturday, Sept. 26 | 2, 4 & 6pm) – In honor of Ponce City Market’s 100th anniversary celebration, Bellina Alimentari will host three one-hour pasta-making classes in The Courtyard, near the restaurant’s patio. Each class will begin with a dough demonstration, followed by guests rolling, cutting and shaping their own pasta to take home and cook. Tickets are $65 per person and include a glass of bubbles, Bellina’s misto cheese and charcuterie board, plus a take-home kit with ingredients and recipes. Classes are 21+ and tickets can be purchased here.

In 2011, Jamestown broke ground on the project that would become Ponce City Market, but long before it became the bustling community hub that it is today, the property and its surrounding area was a gathering place and community destination for Atlantans and visitors from across the region. 

Ponce City Market sits above two active natural springs and an underground waterway tunnel that drew people from near and far in the 1870s. The area surrounding Ponce City Market quickly became one of Atlanta’s early attractions complete with walking trails, a four-acre lake, picnic grounds, and eventually, an amusement park. Visitors to the amusement park dubbed it “The Coney Island of Atlanta.” By 1907, the park’s lake was filled in and converted into the Ponce de Leon ballpark and bleachers that housed the minor league Atlanta Crackers team until their move in 1965 to Atlanta Stadium. The stadium also hosted the Black Crackers from 1919 to 1952. 

SHAKY KNEES 2026 – DAY 1

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/19/26

Photo by Roger Ho

We’re back at the all-weekend Shaky Knees Festival being held at Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta. The first day highlights included browsing the grounds, enjoying several acts from Geese to Turnstile to Danny Elfman, and soaking in the hot day with friends. Did you attend Shaky Knees Friday night?

Here are our thoughts on the acts we saw last night:

Geese

We’ve heard of them from several people that we needed to see them from friends to random people at other concerts, so we caught the last half of the show. Geese is an American rock band out of New York City. At first, I felt like the lead singer, Cameron Winter, was channeling John Lennon with his flowing vocals and round glasses, but they had so much more hard rock in their repertoire. They have a good mix of rock riffs, classic rock base with psychedelic and jam mixed in just for fun. I had a friend tell me they cover the Talking Heads and other greats. And at the end of the set, they sang “I’ve got a b*omb in my car.” I really liked how hard it was.

Turnstile

I was the most impressed by Turnstile and I had not even planned to attend their show until one of our friends wanted to go. Turnstile is a fun American Rock band out of Baltimore, Maryland. When I was listening to them, I immediately thought they had Rage against the Machine vibes with some of the same riffs and notes. John hit the nail on the head though and suggested they sound a lot like Jane’s Addiction. It is a mix of both bands and I’m here for it. One of my friends called them Jane against the machine. I like it!

Danny Elfman

What was that? When I heard Danny Elfman was playing, I was thinking Oingo Boingo and all musical movie and TV scores since that’s really all I know about him. What we got was a mish mash of rock songs that sounded a lot like Rob Zombie meets Iggy Pop with crazy visuals. Then, he mixed in some of his favorite compositions from Nightmare before Christmas, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Spiderman, and even The Simpsons. It was a wild ride.

On to day 2.

40 YEARS OF DRAGON CON

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/17/26

Dragon Con is like transporting to another world and it is outside of the box. You step into a realm of endless possibilities from unforgettable cosplays to star studded panels to real life droids to a real lifelike Tardis to ribbon swaps to photo ops and the best parade you’ll see. And Dragon Con has been doing this for 40 years, and it is 40 years in the making.

Trends

This year the trends always pretty much include a hot new show or movie or a big show ending. Like, I saw groups and a lot more of the “The Boys” this year after this year’s finale. One big trend this year was the Dungeon Master Carl. You found him sporting white boxers with tiny hearts. I had never even heard of the books until this con. And of course there are the typical trends this year. The ribbon wars have heated up and they get funnier and bolder every year. You will see even the regular person walking around with 10 of them on their badge. Plus, the usual big movies like Star Wars still draw lots of cosplay and the droids people build these days are really lifelike. We always see a R2, a BB8, and a Wall-e every year and the droids keep growing including some Project Hail Mary rocks! And you can’t ever miss the running of the heard. The T-rex heard has grown into every type of inflatable from Pikachu to unicorns and everything in between.

Panels

This year I went to two panels. The first was a “The Boys” panel with Jack Quaid and the gentlemen who plays, Frenchie, Tomier. They talked about the shenanigans on the set, their favorite moments, seasons, and who was their favorite characters. It was fun to see them interact with the crowd and how normal they are in real life. You just don’t see that in such a dark show. Then, the second I went to was with Erica Durance of Smallville. Tom Welling didn’t end up coming that day, but it was fun to hear her and — talk about the show and how it has been a decade since it aired. They went over their favorite things and we got to know the actresses a little more intimately.

Something for Everyone

And like I love to say, there is something for everyone at Dragon Con. You can learn new things, take a workshop, listen to poetry and literature, meet an author or cartoonist, buy artwork, people watch, enjoy panels, and everything in between.

40 Years

Boy has Dragon Con grown from it’s start to over 75,000 guests per year. They have expanded to gaming, anime, and every genre you can think of now in 40 years. They have wrapped in Netherworld Haunted House for haunts. They’ve collected a bunch of returning musical artists to play around the con or late night. They have aquired hotels from the Mariott Marquis to the Hilton Atlanta to the Hyatt and expaned to the Courtyard, Westin, and America’s Mart. Needless to say, Dragon Con is now on most ATLiens map for Labor Day Weekend.

SWEET AUBURN BARBECUE CALLS ALL DAWGS FOR SKYE’S SIC ’EM WATCH PARTY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/26

Georgia vs. Arkansas, Jittery Joe’s Coffee, Barbecue and Game Day Specials Take Over Highland Avenue

Saturday, September 19 | 11 a.m.

Calling all Dawgs! Sweet Auburn Barbecue is bringing the Athens energy to Highland Avenue on Saturday, September 19, for Skye’s Sic ’Em Watch Party as Georgia takes on Arkansas. Leading the cheers is Skye Estroff, Atlanta food expert, media personality and host of the weekly Skye’s The Limit Podcast, alongside Sweet Auburn Barbecue’s sibling duo Anita and Howard Hsu, the powerhouse pair behind the restaurant. Beyond their love of good food, the three share plenty of Bulldog pride as all proud UGA alumni.

Game-day festivities start at 11 a.m. ahead of the noon kickoff. No Georgia game day would be complete without a little more Athens in the mix, and hometown coffee favorite Jittery Joe’s is bringing just that. The Athens-born coffee company is joining the watch party with a game-day giveaway, treating the first 15 guests to a can of UGA x Jittery Joe’s Attack the Day coffee, a bold roast created with Georgia fans in mind.

Jittery Joe’s is also heading behind the bar for a game-day take on the classic White Russian, a creamy vodka cocktail traditionally made with coffee liqueur. Sweet Auburn’s version gets an extra coffee kick from Jittery Joe’s Attack the Day coffee, bringing a little more Athens spirit to the glass. The bar will also be pouring a loaded Bloody Mary stacked with game-day garnishes, including a crispy onion ring made with RealSweet onions from Shuman Farms, along with $3 draft beers throughout the afternoon.

Sweet Auburn is firing up game-day favorites for the matchup, led by the Big Dawg Platter with four wings, a pulled pork sandwich and a choice of side. Also on deck is Sweet Auburn’s sweet onion dip, made with Georgia-grown RealSweet onions from Shuman Farms. Skye is getting in on the food action, too, with the Skye Loaded Mac & Cheese Bar, Sweet Auburn’s new catering option for football season featuring its famous mac and cheese, a choice of smoked pulled pork or chicken and an assortment of toppings. Priced at $21 per person, the bar can be ordered for tailgates, watch parties and game-day gatherings throughout the season. Sweet Auburn’s full menu will also be available during the watch party alongside the game-day specials.

Guests are encouraged to come decked out in red and black and ready to cheer on the Dawgs through the final whistle. Reservations aren’t required, but fans looking to secure a table can make one in advance here. Sweet Auburn Barbecue is located at 656 N. Highland Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.sweetauburnbbq.com and stay connected on Instagram and Facebook at @sweetauburnbbq.

WHAT: Sweet Auburn Barbecue’s Skye’s Sic ’Em Watch Party

WHEN: Saturday, September 19, 2026
  Game-day festivities begin at 11 a.m.
  Kickoff at noon

WHERE: Sweet Auburn Barbecue
    656 N. Highland Ave. NE
    Atlanta, GA 30306

CONNECT: On Instagram @sweetauburnbbq and www.sweetauburnbbq.com

G-STAR AND WU-TANG CLAN’S NEW DENIM COLLABORATION BRINGS EXCLUSIVE FIRST ACCESS TO ATLANTA – STORE APPEARANCE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/26

Atlanta becomes the first city in the world to shop the new G-STAR x Wu-Tang Clan collaboration, exclusively at the Lenox Square G-STAR Store,

timed to Wu-Tang Clan’s Shaky Knees Festival performance

RZA to Appear at G-Star Store Atlanta, September 20

Atlanta will be the first city anywhere to get its hands on the new G-STAR x Wu-Tang Clan collection. Starting September 20, G-STAR and Wu-Tang Clan, in association with Iconic Artists Group, are giving local fans exclusive early access to the debut drop of their multi-year collaboration. The collection will be available only at the Lenox Square G-STAR store in Atlanta, located at 3393 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30326, ahead of its global release.

Timed to Wu-Tang Clan’s headlining performance at Shaky Knees Festival (September 18–20, Piedmont Park), fans can shop the collection in person at the G-STAR store in Atlanta starting September 20, from 12 noon to 7p, while supplies last, ahead of wider availability later this year.

To celebrate the launch, Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA will make a special in-store appearance at the G-STAR Atlanta store on September 20th between 1 and 3p. Fans and shoppers will have the opportunity to preview the limited collection in person, with additional details regarding entry to be announced prior to the event.

The collaboration marks a new chapter in how Wu-Tang Clan’s cultural language is expressed through fashion – not applied as branding, but built into the cut, construction, and discipline of G-STAR denim. Expect G-STAR’s signature washes and silhouettes reworked with Wu-Tang detailing, alongside outerwear and knitwear. The partnership had its first moment in the wild in March, when Wu-Tang Clan members wore a limited-edition tour jacket, sourced and embroidered in the Netherlands, onstage in Amsterdam – a preview of the craftsmanship behind the wider collaboration.

Following the Atlanta debut, the collection rolls out worldwide in November, timed around Wu-Tang Day (November 9) and Wu-Tang Clan’s induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (November 14). Additional drops, including capsules for women, are planned for 2027.

“Wu-Tang built a world out of nothing but skill, code and imagination – that’s the same discipline behind every pair of jeans we make. Atlanta feels like the right place to introduce that to the people,” said Rob Schilder, Chief Executive Officer, G-STAR.

“G-STAR is on the scene representing the rugged, mixed with swag and elegance, a style that completely fits Wu-Tang because we’ve always represented urban ruggedness yet elevated swag,” said RZA.

“Iconic Artists Group’s SVP, Head of Licensing and Brand Partnerships, Bil Bertini, said, “This partnership is a perfect alignment of G-STAR’s raw denim heritage and Wu-Tang’s raw, unbridled energy.”

THE WORKS LAUNCHES MONTHLY COMMUNITY NIGHT SERIES ON THURSDAY, SEPT. 17

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/26

New series kicks off with live music, DIY bag charms and property-wide specials from tenants

WHO: The Works is hosting Community Night every month through December. The first event kicks off Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5 to 10 p.m.

WHAT: Community Night is a new monthly evening of family-friendly fun, community connection and specials throughout the property, with a different theme each month. September’s kickoff features live music and a DIY bag charm-making station. Upcoming themes include a Beetlejuice movie night with DIY Halloween lanterns on Oct. 15, a llama meet-and-greet with a cider station on Nov. 12, and Storytime with Santa plus a holiday surprise on Dec. 17.

Community Night also brings property-wide specials from participating tenants, including:

  • Chicheria – Kids eat free
  • Fox Bros. BBQ – 15% off
  • Taste Wine Bar & Market – 15% off
  • Scofflaw – 20% off drinks
  • Chattahoochee Food Works – 10% off at participating stalls
  • Love Train – 10% off
  • American Axes – $15 per person to play Trivi-Axe
  • Your 3rd Spot – $100 Date Night for 2, including unlimited gaming, a 7-course chef’s menu and a Polaroid keepsake

More details are available at theworksatl.com/community-night. 

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 12 and Dec. 17              

             5 to 10 p.m.

WHERE: The Works

               1295 Chattahoochee Ave NW

               Atlanta, GA 30318

FIVE YEARS OF FUNWOODY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/26

How DASH Hospitality Founder, David Abes, Turned an Aging Courtyard into Dunwoody’s Community Hub

Five years ago, DASH Hospitality Founder David Abes looked at an underutilized courtyard due to long-time vacancy, in the heart of Dunwoody Village. He noticed something that was missing from the rapidly growing Atlanta suburb: a place where the community could gather. His answer wasn’t another retail store or a new mixed-use development. It was to create a collection of welcoming, locally owned restaurants where families, friends, and neighbors could come together, stay awhile, and enjoy not only a meal, but live entertainment, community events, and the simple experience of being together. This October, Funwoody Restaurants will celebrate five years of bringing that vision to life.

When Abes first walked through Dunwoody Village in 2019, he saw a community with plenty of neighborhoods, businesses, and restaurants but no true central gathering place.

He envisioned something different — restaurants that weren’t simply individual destinations, but part of a larger experience. Abes’ model centered five distinct dining concepts around the courtyard, allowing guests to move between restaurants, outdoor seating, live music, sporting events, and community programming. The result is a destination where people routinely stay longer, return frequently, and use the space for purposes far beyond dining.

“In many ways, the restaurants have become the infrastructure for a community that didn’t previously have a central gathering place,” said Abes, founder of DASH Hospitality and Funwoody Restaurants. “We were trying to create a place where people could come together in an approachable way with their kids and enjoy socializing again. But what has happened since my original thought has been bigger than myself and my team could have ever imagined. The restaurants are notable, but the real success is seeing the community make this place its own.”

The Courtyard was renovated including: ample outdoor seating, decorative tree lighting to create a warm atmosphere, patios were extended to create space that is more easily navigated, and it was all with the intention of providing a view of an impressive custom creative 12’x6’ LED screen, and live performance stage. Bar{n} booze {n} bites opened in 2021 and continually serves as the neighborhood watering hole for cocktails, charcuterie, flatbreads, and events. Morty’s Meat & Supply, named after Abes’s grandfather, blends Southern barbecue and New York deli traditions in a casual setting with garage doors that open onto a patio overlooking the courtyard. Message in a Bottle offers a coastal-inspired dining experience inspired by 30A, where Abes had success with inventing The Hub, while most recently {S}table: Comfort Food {n} Cocktails has put a contemporary spin on familiar Southern comfort food complete with a large outdoor covered patio and horseshoes. Good Vibes adds a sweet touch, serving traditional ice cream and ever-popular fizzy sodas that those of age can carry over to Bar{n} to make “fuzzy” at the bar.

Together, these five concepts create something that none of the individual restaurants could create on their own.

The success of Funwoody also illustrates a larger shift in the role restaurants can play in suburban real estate. For Regency Centers, Funwoody has become an example of what is possible when an underutilized property is reimagined around restaurants, experiences, and communities that encourage people to stay longer and visit more than one time a week, unlike traditional retail.

Five Years of Funwoody

Funwoody Turns Five: The Bar{n}iversary 

Friday, October 30 | 7 p.m.

The Halloween-themed fifth anniversary celebration will feature live music, costumes, drinks, and a courtyard-wide party:

  • Atlanta cover band Jowie will kick off the evening from 7–8 p.m., followed by Family Truckster, Funwoody’s house band, at 8 p.m. 
  • Guests are encouraged to come in costume.
    • The night’s best costume will be chosen by a round of applause at 9 p.m. 
    • The winner will take home a New Belgium bike valued at $900; Runners-up will receive Funwoody merchandise and gift cards.
  • Drink specials will be available throughout the evening from beverage partners Crown Royal, New Belgium’s newly launched Voodoo Ranger, ATL Hard Cider, and Canabzy.

“It’s fitting that we’re celebrating five years with a party,” said Abes. “That’s really what Funwoody has become for the neighborhood: a place where people come together, have fun, and enjoy each other’s company. We’re incredibly proud of the restaurants, but we’re even more proud that this courtyard has become part of the fabric of Dunwoody, which the suburb had never experienced before.”

TASTE & BREWS MUSIC FEST 2026

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/4/26

Taste & Brews Music Fest Returns to Etowah River Park with Full Music Lineup, 20+ Vendors, and Seasonal Brews
The Kränberries & Def Van Jovi Crüe Headline the Ultimate Free Fall Festival in Canton This September

The countdown is on for North Georgia’s premier fall celebration. Taste & Brews Music Fest officially returns to the scenic Etowah River Park for a full weekend of ice-cold craft brews, incredible live music, and diverse culinary flavors. Taking place Saturday, Sept. 12, and Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, this family-friendly festival offers a vibrant community atmosphere with completely free admission and parking.

Presented by Window World, Taste & Brews Music Fest is the ultimate weekend getaway for live music fans, dedicated foodies, and craft beer connoisseurs alike. The festival celebrates the rich culinary traditions of the South within a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere.

Highlights of the 2026 Taste & Brews Music Fest include:

  • Finalized Culinary Lineup: With over 20 diverse food vendors, including Sweet Auburn BBQ, Lobster Dogs, and Hibachi Rito, attendees can feast on everything from smoky Southern barbecue and savory tacos to innovative Latin-inspired creations.
  • Expanded Brews: Quench your thirst with a massive selection of seasonal craft beers from local favorites like Reformation, Monday Night & Tucker Brewing.
  • Local Markets & Shopping: Shop local at the festival’s Farmers Market, offering artisanal goods such as local honey, baked goods, seasonings & sauces. Guests can also browse an expansive Arts & Crafts market filled with unique, handmade finds.

The Final 2026 Entertainment Lineup

Saturday, September 12, 2026
11:00 AM: School of Rock Woodstock
12:30 PM: Bedhead  – 80’s & 90’s Hits
2:00 PM: Def Van Jovi Crüe – Rock Tribute
5:00 PM: The Kränberries – Rock Party BandSunday, September 13, 2026
11:00 AM: School of Rock West Cobb
1:00 PM: Red Oaks Band – Country Rock (Athens, GA)
2:30PM: Back by Popular Demand – Women of Rock Tribute
5:00PM: Marty Manous – Blues Rock

“Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or the community, Taste & Brews Music Fest is the perfect way to kick off the fall season,” said festival organizers. “Grab your family and friends and make it a full weekend getaway to Explore Canton and everything it has to offer.”

This year’s event is made possible by the generous support of these additional sponsors: Comfort Zone, Singleton Marine of Lake Allatoona, Canton Lifestyle, Prime Golf Carts & Peachtree Immediate Care.Their partnership allows us to maintain free admission for the public while significantly expanding our entertainment lineup. 

The festival will be held rain or shine. Media outlets and attendees are encouraged to visit www.tasteandbrews.com for final schedules and event maps. Please note that no outside beverages or coolers are permitted on festival grounds.Event Details At-A-Glance

THE OFFICE BAR WELCOMES FALL AND SEPTEMBER EVENTS AND SPECIALS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/4/26

The Midtown restaurant kicks off the season with expanded hours, dining deals and live music

The Office Bar, located in the lobby of 1105 West Peachtree in Midtown Atlanta, is bidding farewell to summer and ringing in fall with expanded service hours, a new breakfast menu, late-night bar bites, live music and seasonal drink specials, including specialty cocktails for the US Open. Guests can now enjoy breakfast daily from 6:30 to 11 a.m. and late-night bites from 10 p.m. to midnight, making The Office Bar a destination from morning coffee through late-night cocktails. The Office Bar’s September events and specials are listed below:

US Open Specials 

Aug. 31- Sept. 13 

In honor of the US Open, enjoy two limited-time specialty cocktails at The Office Bar: the Ketel One Sea Breeze, made with Ketel One Vodka, cranberry juice and pink grapefruit juice, garnished with a lime wedge, and the Botanical Grapefruit & Rose Spritz, featuring Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit & Rose, soda water and a grapefruit wedge. Both cocktails are available for $17 from Aug. 31 through Sept. 13. 

The Office Bar Expands Hours with Breakfast and Late-Night Bites 

The Office Bar has expanded its service hours, now welcoming guests from early morning through midnight. Breakfast is served daily from 6:30 to 11 a.m., followed by lunch and dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and late-night bar bites from 10 p.m. to midnight. The new breakfast menu features favorites like lemon ricotta pancakes, avocado toast, omelets and breakfast sandwiches, while the late-night menu includes truffle fries, loaded waffle fries, fried chicken wings, a Nashville hot chicken sandwich and a smashed house double burger. 

Sunday Bunday 

Head to The Office Bar every Sunday for the 1105 Burger & Brew Sunday Special, both $11.05 on Sundays only! Listed below: 

● The 1105 Single Smashed Burger: Romaine lettuce, tomato, Vermont cheddar, pickles, house dressing and potato bun, served with choice of fries or a house side salad. 

● The 1105 Sunday Brew (20oz): Choice of draft beer served in our limited edition The Office Bar souvenir cup. 

Find more information via the event page. 

Live Music at The Office Bar Featuring Ethel 

Every Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m.

Every Thursday, enjoy a live music performance by Ethel at The Office Bar, now at a brand new set time to align with The Office Bar’s expanded hours. Seating at The Office Bar is first-come, first-served. London-born performer Katy Shotter has toured the world with artists such as Beyoncé, Robin Thicke, Mario and Daley, to name a few. Her band includes Bryant Laursen, her husband, artist, DJ and saxophonist, to create one of the most soulful, high-class and uniquely entertaining musical experiences Atlanta has ever seen. Learn more about Ethel by visiting her Instagram at @ethelshotter, or read more about the artist’s story here. Learn more at www.ethelandtheshotters.com. 

Live Music at The Office Bar Featuring Rich Gunderlock 

Every Tuesday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Every Tuesday, come to The Office Bar for a performance by Rich Gunderlock from 5:30-8:30 p.m.! Seating at The Office Bar is first-come, first-served. View the menu here. 

A lover of music since 1992, Rich Gunderlock grew up playing saxophone, guitar and piano, going on to earn 3 degrees in music, publish his own songs and perform in multiple bands. He got his Atlanta start in 2001 and now performs regularly at venues around the city, as well as managing party band The Retreat. His lively saxophone solos distinguish him from other performers, bringing a unique energy and excitement anywhere he plays. Read more about Rich and the event series here. 

NEW TO ATLANTA’S FALL ARTS SEASON: THE OTHER ART FAIR

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/1/26

New to Atlanta’s Fall Arts Season: ‘The Other Art Fair’ Unveils 100+ 

Independent Artists for Inaugural October Fair

Curated Lineup Brings Metro Atlanta, Southeast, and International Artists Together at Grant Park’s Enspire Mercantile Oct. 1–4

‘New Futures’ Program Elevates Emerging Atlanta Talent and Eliminates Barriers

General Admission Tickets on Sale Now, Including Opening Night Preview Party

and Premium Experience For Collectors

As Atlanta’s fall arts season gets underway, a new addition is joining the city’s cultural calendar. The Other Art Fair Atlanta, presented by Saatchi Art, today shared a preview of the emerging and independent artists who will exhibit at the Fair’s inaugural Atlanta edition, Oct. 1–4 at Enspire Mercantile in Grant Park.

Bringing together artists from Metro Atlanta and across Georgia and the Southeast, alongside national and international talent, The Other Art Fair will showcase more than 1,000 works of original art available to discover and purchase during the four-day event. The Atlanta debut also brings the global Fair’s signature “art reframed” approach to the Southeast, inviting attendees to experience original art outside the traditional gallery setting and connect directly with the artists behind the work. 

“We had an overwhelming response to our open call, and the caliber and diversity of talent coming to Atlanta is impressive,” said Nicole Garton, Global Fair Director of The Other Art Fair. “What sets us apart is our inverted, artist-first model. While traditional fairs center around galleries, we put artists at the forefront, giving attendees the opportunity to meet them in person and discover the stories behind their work. Together with our immersive vibe — complete with live DJs, site-specific installations, and interactive pop-ups — we are offering Atlanta an accessible, high-energy environment where acquiring original art starts at just $100.” 

Tickets are now on sale for Opening Night, general admission, and premium collecting experiences. The Other Art Fair opens Thursday, Oct. 1 with an Opening Night preview party featuring first access to the art and artists, live DJs, interactive installations, local food trucks and a well-stocked bar before continuing through Sunday, Oct. 4. Attendees can browse ticket tiers and secure their spot online at www.theotherartfair.com/atlanta/tickets.

Local Roots and Global Reach

The Other Art Fair Atlanta’s inaugural edition features more than 100 hand-picked independent artists from across Metro Atlanta, the broader Southeast, and major global creative capitals. Through Saatchi Art’s year-round digital marketplace, exhibiting local artists gain continuous international visibility alongside world-class cross-market talent. 

A preview of 30 artworks by 15 artists (including Georgia artists) can be found HERE. The full artist roster will be announced, including:

  • Atlanta, Georgia, and Southeast Spotlight: The Other Art Fair Atlanta is proud to showcase an incredible roster of regional talent defining the area’s creative boom. 
  • New Futures Program Recipients: Elevating the next generation of local talent, the Other Art Fair will underwrite exhibition space and a tailored mentorship program for one, Atlanta-based artist to join the New Futures Class of 2026. The recipient will be announced soon.
  • Featured International & Cross-Market Artists: Bringing a global perspective to Atlanta, the lineup includes other independent U.S. and international artists.

The Other Art Fair Atlanta

October 1–4, 2026

Enspire Mercantile (Grant Park) | 259 Milton Ave SE | Atlanta, Ga.  30315 

Opening Night — Thursday, Oct 1: 6–10:00 p.m. 

Friday, Oct 2: 5–10:00 p.m. 

Saturday, Oct 3: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. 

Sunday, Oct 4: 11:00 a.m. –6:00 p.m.

Located adjacent to the Atlanta BeltLine at Enspire Mercantile, the four-day event kicks off with a high-energy Opening Night party featuring live DJ sets, interactive art installations, food trucks and a bar offering alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments. 

Ticket Information

Tickets start at $20 and are available at www.theotherartfair.com/atlanta/tickets.

  • Opening Night Tickets ($30 Advance / $45 On-Site)
    • Thursday, Oct. 1: Offering attendees “first dibs” on original artworks before general admission days, live entertainment, and complimentary re-entry Friday through Sunday. 
    • Free drink tickets will be given out to the first 500 guests arriving at the Opening Night event.
  • General Admission Tickets ($20 Advance / $26 On-Site)
    • Friday, Oct. 1 – Sunday, Oct. 4: Group savings bundles are also available. 
  • Art Insider Collecting Experience Tickets ($100 Premium Offer)
    • Thursday, Oct. 1 – Sunday, Oct. 4: Includes one admissions with weekend re-entry, two drink tokens, and a $50 art purchase credit to spend directly with exhibiting artists during the fair. 
  • Art Lovers Guided Collecting Experience for two Tickets ($375 Premium Offer)
    • Thursday, Oct. 1 – Sunday, Oct. 4: A luxury curated package for two including admission, 4 drink tokens, pre-fair curator recommendations, and a $200 art purchase credit.