The Weekend Guide: Things to Do … August 22-24
From Staff Reports
Below are some of the events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend (Friday-Sunday, August 22-24).
If you are looking for local and live music this weekend, check out what’s going on in our LOCAL MUSIC CALENDAR.
Also, we have our Sports Calendar featuring the Coweta County High School Football Teams plus Atlanta’s pro teams – Braves, Falcons, United and Dream. Check it out by visiting our AREA SPORTS CALENDAR.
If you are looking for a place to eat, take a look at our JOINTS DIRECTORY.
Check with each event to see if it is weather permitting / rain or shine. All events are subject to change. Below is the weekend forecast for Coweta County as of Thursday.
• Friday, August 22 – Mostly cloudy with a high near 83 degrees (60% rain chance). Overnight low of 70 (60% rain chance).
• Saturday, August 23 – Mostly cloudy with a high of 80 (60% rain chance. Overnight low of 69 (60% rain chance).
• Sunday, August 24 – Partly sunny with a high near 83 (40% rain chance). Overnight low of 66 (30% rain chance).
For the latest on Newnan Weather, click HERE.
If you don’t see your event listed below or if you’d like to submit an event, email [email protected].
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
IN-PERSON MEGA PASS SALES
8 am, 2025 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair, Four Locations
In-person Mega Pass Sales for the 2025 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair is underway at four locations in Newnan. The Mega Pass gives Fair Attendees an unlimited ride armband to be used once any day during the fair from Sept. 18-28, 2025. You’ll receive both admission to the fair and the unlimited ride armband for only $30 – a savings of $15 on Fridays and Saturdays and $10 Sundays to Thursdays. Mega Passes must be purchased prior to the start of the fair. The locations are:
• Arnall Grocery Company – 32 East Washington Street, Newnan
• Coweta County Extension/4-H – 255 Pine Road, Newnan
• Keith Ross Insurance Agency – 41 Farmer Street #103, Newnan
• Summit Family YMCA – 1765 Highway 34 East, Newnan
ANNUAL FIRST RESPONDER APPRECIATION BREAKFAST
8 am, Westhill Newnan Crossing, 285 Summerlin Boulevard, Newnan
Join the folks at Westhill for a morning of gratitude, good food, and great company as they honor the dedicated first responders who serve and protect this community every day. Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast prepared by their culinary team, meet residents and staff, and let them say thank you the Westhill way!
CHILDREN’S CRAFT: PRINTMAKING
10-11 am, Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770-683-1347
Join everyone at the Carnegie Library for craft time! This month, the Carnegie will be exploring the art of printmaking. All supplies will be provided. Children of all ages are welcome! Registration is required. To register, click HERE.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL
All six Coweta County schools are in action with kickoffs set for 7:30 pm.
East Coweta at Newnan
Northgate at Villa Rica
Trinity Christian at Riverdale
Athens Christian at Heritage School
Central Christian at Peachtree Academy
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
8 pm, Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined never to marry, despite mounting pressure from society. But can she resist love, especially when that vaguely handsome, mildly amusing, and impossibly aggravating Mr. Darcy keeps popping up at every turn? Because what turns us into greater fools more than the high stakes game of love? Tickets are $28 for adults, $20 for seniors (65+) and students, and $15 for kids (10 and under). To purchase tickets, click HERE.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23
COWETA COUNTY FARMER’S MARKET
8:30 am-Noon, Asa Powell Expo Center, 197 Temple Avenue, Newnan • 770-254-2620
It’s the 48th year bringing you only locally grown, fresh seasonal produce, beef, eggs, honey, flowers, baked goods, handmade crafts and so much more! This Guy’s BBQ will be there in case you are hungry.
SENOIA FARMER’S MARKET
8:30 am – 1 pm, 40 Travis Street, Senoia
Locally-sourced Farmer’s Market, every Saturday. Fresh produce, baked goods, local artisans and much more.
PEACHTREE CITY MARKET
9 am-1 pm, Aberdeen Village Shopping Center, Aberdeen Parkway, Peachtree City
Approximately 60 vendors offering a variety of fresh produce, poultry, beef and pork, bread, sweet treats and more. Also live music.
SERENBE FARMERS AND ARTISTS MARKET
9 am-1 pm, 10640 Serenbe Lane, Chattahoochee Hills
This weekly market partners with quality vendors including growers, artisans, craftmakers and healthy food producers. The market is filled with fresh produce, delicious foods, fine arts and crafts.
BREATH + SOUND WITH UTE & EMILY
11 am-2 pm, True Balance Center for Breath and Bodywork, 44 East Washington Street, Newnan • 678-857-3484
In collaboration with Emily Bryson of SoundLight Self-Discovery, True Balance Center for Breath and Bodywork is excited to bring Breathwork and Sound Therapy together for a powerful therapeutic experience. Combining Sound Healing and Breathwork reduces stress and tension, relaxes the body, enhances concentration, and boosts self-awareness. Additionally, it can help with sleep disorders, alleviating depression, and strengthening the immune system. This workshop includes Breathwork, which is a diaphragmatic circular breathing technique that helps release tension in the body associated with repressed emotions, led by Ute Anonsen, Founder of True Balance. Emily will then guide us through a deeply restorative Sound Journey with crystal bowls and song, to assist in release and reflection. Expect to leave feeling lighter and more connected with your Body, Mind and Soul.
Cost: $65 per attendee. Ages 16+. No experience or equipment required. Mats, blankets and bolsters provided. Feel free to bring anything you need to keep you comfortable. To register, click HERE.
WRITING WORKSHOP WITH JILL EVANS
11 am-1 pm, Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770-683-1347
Please join the Hometown Novel Writers Association and special guest Jill Evans, president of the Atlanta Writers Club and a trustee of the Carnegie Library, as she discusses research and how it’s not just for non-fiction or historical fiction. This session will give you the sources and methods to improve your writing, whatever your genre. You will learn how to approach research for character, plot, and setting (interiority vs. sensory), as well as techniques and resources for crafting the best details. All writers are welcome. Free event but registration required. To register, click HERE.
GREAT SOUTHEAST POLLINATOR CENSUS
11 am-1 pm, UGA Coweta Extension Office, 255 Pine Road, Newnan • 770-254-2620
Fun for all ages, sessions last only 15 minutes. You don’t have to be an entomologist. We’ll have Master Gardener Volunteers available to help, and it only takes 15 minutes to contribute. Show up between 11 am and 1 pm, bring the kids, and help us help the pollinators!
SLEEPY HOLLOW AUDITIONS
Noon-1:30 pm, Southern Arc Dance Center, 40 Greenway Ct., Newnan • 770-683-3724
Do you dare to enter the woods of Sleepy Hollow? Southern Arc Dance Theater invites performers ages 14 and up to audition for our hauntingly thrilling production of Sleepy Hollow! Open to dancers, and movers of all levels — come be part of this eerie, magical tale brought to life on stage. No experience required — just bring your energy, creativity, and passion!
THE GREAT POLLINATOR COUNT
1-4 pm, Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bob White Way, Newnan • 770-254-7271
Join the folks at Chattahoochee Bend State Park at the visitor center to pick up a pollinator counting sheet. Then go to the pollinator garden to count the different pollinators you see in a 15-minute window. $5 parking.
13 STORIES HAUNTED HOUSE OPEN ACTOR AUDITIONS
2:30-3:30 pm , 13 Stories, 320 Temple Avenue, Suite A, Newnan
Have you ever been interested in working for a Haunted House?? Well now is your time to shine! Come join the folks at 13 Stories Haunted House for open actor auditions. Bring your character to life in their haunt. They are excited to meet you!
SPEED DATING
6 pm, Leaf and Bean Newnan, 22 West Court Square, Newnan • 770-683-7290
Three rounds – Round 1 (ages 55 and up) at 6 pm; Round 2 (ages 40 & up) at 7 pm; and Round 3 (ages 39 and under) at 8 pm. Tickets are $20 and includes drink of your choice.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
8 pm, Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined never to marry, despite mounting pressure from society. But can she resist love, especially when that vaguely handsome, mildly amusing, and impossibly aggravating Mr. Darcy keeps popping up at every turn? Because what turns us into greater fools more than the high stakes game of love? Tickets are $28 for adults, $20 for seniors (65+) and students, and $15 for kids (10 and under). To purchase tickets, click HERE.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24
ENGLISH TEA
1 pm, The Cake House, 18 Jackson Street, Suite A, Newnan • 770-865-3117
Traditional English style. Call now to get tickets! Seats are limited!
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
3 pm, Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined never to marry, despite mounting pressure from society. But can she resist love, especially when that vaguely handsome, mildly amusing, and impossibly aggravating Mr. Darcy keeps popping up at every turn? Because what turns us into greater fools more than the high stakes game of love? Tickets are $28 for adults, $20 for seniors (65+) and students, and $15 for kids (10 and under). To purchase tickets, click HERE.
ONGOING THRU WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
COWETA COUNTY FAIR MEGA PASS ONLINE SALES
Visit: cowetacountyfair.net
Online Mega Pass Sales for the 2025 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair are underway. The Mega Pass gives Fair Attendees an unlimited ride armband to be used once any day during the fair from Sept. 18-28, 2025. You’ll receive both admission to the fair and the unlimited ride armband for only $30 – a savings of $15 on Fridays and Saturdays and $10 Sundays to Thursdays. Mega Passes must be purchased prior to the start of the fair.
To purchase, click HERE.
