One more Friday night of live music in Downtown Kennesaw. 🎶✨ The 2026 First Friday Concert Series wraps up Friday, October 2, with Groove Daddies taking the stage at Main Street Plaza. Enjoy an evening of blues, rock, and classic hits while spending time with friends in the heart of Downtown. Grab dinner from a local favorite, find a spot at the Plaza, and enjoy the final First Friday concert of the season. 📅 Friday, October 2 ⏰ 7–9 PM 📍 Main Street Plaza 🎟️ Free Admission Come out for one last First Friday and close out the 2026 season with live music in Downtown Kennesaw. #DowntownKennesaw #FirstFriday #LiveMusic #KennesawGA

Halloween fun is taking over Downtown Kennesaw! 🍬🎃 The annual Candy Crawl returns Saturday, October 24, from 12–5 PM for an afternoon filled with treats, games, and plenty of fall fun. Bring the family for trick-or-treating at participating Downtown businesses, carnival-style games, bounce houses, and festive pumpkin photo opportunities. While you’re exploring, be sure to check out the Scarecrows on Main display and see the creative creations throughout Downtown. 👻🍂 📅 Saturday, October 24 ⏰ 12–5 PM 📍 Downtown Kennesaw The Candy Crawl is free to attend, with select activities, including bounce houses, available for an additional fee.

Spice up your next Downtown stop. 🌶️ At Kennesaw Thai Cuisine, authentic Thai dishes are made with fresh ingredients and cooked to order, with plenty of options to choose from depending on how much spice you like. Settle in for a meal in the cozy dining room or enjoy your food outside on the patio. Just remember, when it comes to spice, they take it seriously! 🔥 📍 2754 S Main St NW Whether you're craving something savory, spicy, or a little of both, stop by Kennesaw Thai Cuisine the next time you're exploring Downtown. #DowntownKennesaw #KennesawGA #ShopLocal

Circle Saturday, September 19 on your calendar, it's a full day of fun in Downtown Kennesaw! 🏃🏈 Start the morning with the Harvest Hustle 5K, part of the 2026 Kennesaw Grand Prix 5K Series presented by Wellstar Health System. Whether you're chasing a Peachtree Road Race qualifying time or enjoying a fun run with family and friends, this race is for you. Then, head to the United Bankshares Amphitheater at Depot Park for Big Game Day! Bring your lawn chairs, pack your favorite snacks and drinks, and cheer alongside fellow football fans in the heart of Downtown. 🎉 Event Schedule • 12:30 PM: Georgia • 3:30 PM: Alabama • 7:45 PM: Kennesaw One day. Two great events. Plenty of reasons to spend the day in Downtown Kennesaw. #DowntownKennesaw #KennesawGA

Step into Kennesaw’s past during the annual Life in the Cemetery Tour.🕯️ This guided walking tour through Kennesaw City Cemetery brings local stories to life while exploring the people, events, and moments that helped shape our community. In celebration of America 250, this year’s tour highlights stories connected to the Civil War, Westward Expansion, the World Wars, the Great Depression, the Civil Rights Movement, and more. 📅 Friday, October 23–Sunday, October 25 📍 Kennesaw City Cemetery The one-hour tour is presented by the Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Foundation and co-sponsored by the City of Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Commission. 🎟️Pick your time and reserve your spot at kennesawdowntown.com

🍂 Last chance to join Scarecrows on Main! 🎃 Registration is closing soon, and only a few spots remain! This October, bring your creativity to Downtown Kennesaw with a family-friendly scarecrow display alongside local families, businesses, schools, and organizations. Want to be part of the lineup? 👻 Create a freestanding scarecrow (max 4×4 ft; no real pumpkins). 💰 Register with a $25 application fee, with proceeds supporting Downtown beautification. Don’t miss your chance! Sign up before registration closes and get your scarecrow on Main Street. 🎃 For more details and to apply, visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov/scarecrowsonmain