The Weekend Guide: Things To Do … September 5-6
From Staff Reports
Below are some of the events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend (Friday and Saturday, September 5 and 6).
If you are looking for local and live music this weekend, check out 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. And if you are looking for College Football Games on TV, check out this COLLEGE FOOTBALL 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, September 5 – Sunny with a high of 91 degrees. Overnight low of 69.
• Saturday, September 6 – Partly sunny with a high of 89 (20% rain chance). Overnight low of 66 (10% rain chance).
• Sunday, September 7 – Sunny with a high of 83 and overnight low of 60.
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, SEPTEMBER 5
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
FREE FUN FOR THE FAMILY & FIDO
9 am, Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bob White Way, Newnan • 770-254-7271
Come out every Friday this September, October and November for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games.
FIRST FRIDAY AT FIRST AVENUE PARK
4-7 pm, First Avenue Park, Downtown Newnan
Newnan Leisure Services Fall Festival before the Fall Festivals! Free, fun-filled evening with Pumpkin Painting, Fun Games, Refreshments, and Community Vibes.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL
Three of six Coweta County schools are in action with kickoffs set for 7:30 pm.
Lovejoy at East Coweta (0-3)
Newnan (3-0), open
Northgate (3-0), open
LaGrange at Trinity Christian (1-1)
Heritage School (0-3) at Strong Rock Christian
Central Christian (2-1), open
N.I.T.W.I.T.S. FIELD TRIP
8 pm, Newnan Theatre Company, 24 First Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
The N.I.T.W.I.T.S. are children at heart, and for this show, Newnan Theatre Company is taking those kids on a field trip! Watch them explore a museum of the mind, scampering around and touching things, exactly what you’re not supposed to do in a museum. If they manage not to shatter everything in sight, we bet they’ll still crack . . . you up! Tickets are $10. To purchase, click HERE.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
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.
LOW-COST VACCINE CLINIC
8:30-11:30 am, The Help Spay/Neuter Clinic, 12 The Crescent, Newnan • 770-304-7911
Schedule your pet’s appointment at www.HelpSpayNeuter.org. Exam fee $25 per pet. Most vaccines $18. 3-yr rabies vaccine available $50, IF you have proof of current rabies vaccine. Microchip $30.
NO ONE WALKS ALONE
9 am-Noon, CJ Smith Park, 92 Farmer Street, Newnan
Join us for this 2nd Annual No One Walks Alone Suicide Prevention Awareness Event. The event is FREE for all and will take place along the LINC trail (92 Farmer St) in Newnan. The event will include Coping Skill Stations such as: pet therapy, art therapy, yoga, music, gardening, vision boards, and more! Visit our “Care Station” for some extra cheer! Learn ways to cope with feelings of anxiety and depression and new skills to strengthen your mental health! Use this as an ice-breaker to speak to your kids or teens about Mental Health! We don’t want to have conversations too late or miss an opportunity to talk it out with our loved ones.
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.
CHRISTIAN CITY CAR SHOW
10 am-2 pm, Christian City, 7345 Red Oak Road, Union City
A variety of vintage cars will be on their campus for a one-of-a-kind car show. You’re invited. It is complimentary. Come enjoy cars from the 60s – when Christian City began – and before. There will be food trucks and prizes and lots of fun! They are celebrating 60 years of helping people.
NEWNAN MARKET DAY
10 am-2 pm, Courthouse Square, Downtown Newnan
It’s the monthly Market Day in downtown Newnan. The event is hosted by Main Street Newnan on the first Saturday of every month. The Market features over 55 unique spaces, with a variety of one-of-a-kind gift items. Market Day favorites include: fresh locally grown produce, honey, jams & jellies, pottery, art, hand-woven baskets, leather products, etc.
HOUSING RESOURCE FAIR
10 am-2 pm, Howard Warner Community Center Gym, 55 Savannah Street, Newnan • 678-673-5414
Newnan’s Urban Redevelopment Agency is hosting its second Housing Resource Fair. This event seeks to educate residents about housing-related programs and resources made available by community partners and providers.
BLUES PLATE SPECIAL
Noon-9 pm, Line Creek Brewing The Reserve, 18 Savannah Street, Newnan • 770-755-6734
A music festival in downtown Newnan benefitting the More Music Foundation. Nine bands set to perform. For more info, click HERE.
GRANDPARENTS DAY WEEKEND ROLE REVERSE CONTEST & BINGO
1 pm, Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bob White Way, Newnan • 770-254-7271
Lets do something super fun for Grandparents Day! Grandparents get ready to channel your inner child – think crazy socks, bright colors, and maybe a silly hat! And grandkids, it’s your turn to embrace your wiser side – grab those glasses, a cardigan and get ready to be the cutest little old person you can be! The more creative the better! Winner of contest gets a prize and photo featured on our Facebook page. $2 Bingo game at the Visitor Center.
PAWS FOR CELEBRATION 50TH ANNIVERSARY GALA
6-10 pm, Newnan Historical Train Depot, 60 East Broad Street, Newnan
This isn’t just any event—it’s the Newnan-Coweta Human Society’s 50th Anniversary Gala, marking five decades of unwavering compassion and community support. Join us Saturday, Sept. 6th at the beautifully restored Historic Newnan Train Depot for an evening that honors our past and paves the way for countless happy tails ahead. Catered Dinner by Food for Thought and Live Music by Second Time Around. Live Auction Supporting Animal Welfare Bid on one-of-a-kind experiences, exclusive items, and local treasures, all to benefit Newnan-Coweta Humane Society’s life-saving programs. Your generosity fuels medical care, shelter upgrades, and community outreach. Tickets are $85 per person or $150 per couple and $600 for a table. For tickets, click HERE.
N.I.T.W.I.T.S. FIELD TRIP
8 pm, Newnan Theatre Company, 24 First Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
The N.I.T.W.I.T.S. are children at heart, and for this show, Newnan Theatre Company is taking those kids on a field trip! Watch them explore a museum of the mind, scampering around and touching things, exactly what you’re not supposed to do in a museum. If they manage not to shatter everything in sight, we bet they’ll still crack . . . you up! Tickets are $10. To purchase, 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.
