The Weekend Guide: Things To Do … August 15-16-17
From Staff Reports
Below are some of the events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend (Friday-Sunday, August 15-17).
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 on TV Calendar featuring the Atlanta pro teams – Braves, Falcons, United and Dream, plus NASCAR, and PGA. Check it out by visiting our LOCAL SPORTS ON TV GUIDE.
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 15 – Mostly sunny with a high of 91 degrees (20% rain chance) and an overnight low of 71 (30% rain chance) .
• Saturday, August 16 – Patchy fog, then mostly sunny with a high of 91 (30% rain chance) and overnight low of 71 (30% rain chance).
• Sunday, August 17 – Sunny with a high of 91 (20% rain chance) and overnight low of 71.
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 15
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 begin today 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
GRIFFIN HOUSE BAZAAR
10 am-6 pm, Griffin House Newnan, 390 Jackson Street, Suite D, Newnan
A monthly vendor market hosted by Griffin House Newnan! Featuring antiques, vintage, jewelry, local art & so much more. Free parking & admission.
2ND ANNUAL SELF-CARE FAIR
1 pm, True Balance Center for Breath & Bodywork, 44 E. Washington St., Newnan • 678-857-3484
Everyone’s invited to come try any or all of our wellness offerings at True Balance Center for Breath and Bodywork. Pay a small door fee of $25/person to access all group activities, discounted private sessions + a raffle ticket. Light refreshments will be offered throughout the event. Raffle proceeds go to a local charity. For more info, click HERE.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL
All six Coweta County schools officially kick off the 2025 regular season.
Sandy Creek at East Coweta, 7:30 pm
Greater Atlanta Christian at Newnan, 7:30 pm
Northgate at Starr’s Mill, 7:30 pm
Trinity Christian at Ola, 7:30 pm
Heritage School at Towers, 7:30 pm
Hearts Academy at Central Christian, 7:30 pm
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 16
COLLEGE FOOTBALL KICKOFF BREAKFAST
7-9 am, Central Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 14 West Broad Street, Newnan
Start the 2025 college football season with one of Coweta’s most anticipated and always sold-out events—the 14th Annual College Football Kickoff Breakfast on Saturday, August 16th benefiting Coweta Samaritan Clinic! This year’s event once again features none other than Tony Barnhart, “Mr. College Football”, making this a truly special occasion. Recently announcing his retirement after an incredible 50-year career in sports media, Tony will give attendees an exclusive insider’s preview of the upcoming college football season. For ticket info, click HERE.
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.
GRIFFIN HOUSE BAZAAR
10 am-4 pm, Griffin House Newnan, 390 Jackson Street, Suite D, Newnan
A monthly vendor market hosted by Griffin House Newnan! Featuring antiques, vintage, jewelry, local art & so much more. Free parking & admission.
TEEN SELF CARE WITH YOGA
10:30 am, Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770-683-1347
Come join the folks at the Newnan Carnegie Library for Teen Self Care with Yoga. They will have a relaxing yoga session with instructor Misty Caples and a fun self care activity! Free for teens ages 11-18. For more info, click HERE.
PRESCRIBED BURN HIKE
10:30 am-12:30 pm, Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bob White Way, Newnan • 770-254-7271
Come take a hike through prescribed burn areas with DNR – Northern Resource Manager Phil Delestrez at Chattahoochee Bend State Park to hear about the process and why it is essential to our ecosystem. Contact the Visitor Center 770-254-7271 to reserve your spot!
13 STORIES HAUNTED HOUSE OPEN ACTOR AUDITIONS
2:30-4 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!
ENDLESS SUMMER SOIREE
5 pm, Newnan Country Club, 1356 Highway 29 North, Newnan
Introducing the new look of summer’s most meaningful celebration…the reimagined Endless Summer Soirée—a fresh take on our beloved annual Beer, Bourbon, and Wine event, now with even more sunshine, soul, and style! This fundraiser benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coweta County. Vintage Summer Cocktail Party attire encouraged. Music and dancing, summer-inspired bites and curated beer, bourbon & wine. For ticket info, click HERE.
EXIT 47 COMEDY GET DOWN
7 pm , Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan
A clean, family-friendly comedy show with all proceeds donated to Empowered 4 Life, supporting community empowerment initiatives. Corey Sevonta Bryant will serve as host with guests Cocoa Brown, Kelly Kellz and Ashima Franklin. For ticket info, click HERE.
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 17
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.
