This fall, the Piedmont Park Conservancy invites Atlantans to experience the season in new ways with a lineup of creative workshops, community traditions and family-friendly events throughout the Park. From pressing fresh apple cider and creating fall-inspired artwork to crafting Halloween terrariums and handmade cards, this season’s programming offers something for a variety of interests.

As the nonprofit organization responsible for preserving and enhancing Piedmont Park, the Conservancy offers seasonal activities that provide meaningful ways for residents and visitors to engage with the Park while supporting local artists, instructors and community partners.

“Piedmont Park is a special place to experience the changing seasons in Atlanta,” said Doug Widener, President and CEO of Piedmont Park Conservancy. “Our fall calendar gives Atlantans plenty of opportunities to get outside, try something new and enjoy the Park with friends, family and their four-legged companions. We look forward to welcoming the community for these seasonal traditions and new experiences.”

This fall’s featured lineup includes:

Cemeterium: Halloween Terrarium Workshop

Thursday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Community Center

Celebrate October by creating a spooky, living terrarium during this hands-on workshop led by Travis Ronis of Overall Designs. Participants will design their own “cemeterium” using provided materials, with options to add seasonal 3-D printed figurines and decorations .Registration starts at $20 for participants ages 18 and older.

Paint & Sip: Fall in the Park

Friday, Oct. 23 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Community Center
Create seasonal artwork during this fall-themed painting workshop. Participants will receive instruction and all materials needed to create artwork inspired by the classic foliage of Piedmont Park. Registration is $35.

Hand Embroidery Workshop: Halloween Edition
Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at the Community Center
Learn the basics of hand embroidery during this beginner-friendly workshop led by Sarah Roberts of In The Quiet Hours. Participants will learn three different stitch techniques and work on a seasonal project during the two-hour class. The workshop is open to participants ages 18 and older for $25.Guests may register here.

Block Printing: Seasonal Cards
Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 6–8 p.m. at the Visitor Center/Dockside
Create handmade cards inspired by the season during this workshop led by local artist Heather Baker of @paperandpenny. Participants will learn how to carve their own designs into linocut blocks and use them to create five specialty cards featuring seasonal designs, from autumn leaves to spooky creatures. The workshop is open to participants ages 18 and older for $25. To register, please visit here.

Cider Making
Thursday, Nov. 12 and Nov. 18 from 6–7:30 p.m. at the Community Center
Get into the spirit of fall with a hands-on cider-making workshop led by Green Market Manager, Matthew Bagshaw. Participants will use locally sourced apples and a homestead-scale press to make fresh apple cider the old-fashioned way, with each guest taking home a pint. The $15 workshops are open to participants ages 21 and older. To register for the Nov. 12 class, please visit here and for the Nov. 18 class, please visit here.

Block Printing: Tea Towels
Friday, Nov. 13 from 6–8 p.m. at the Visitor Center/Dockside
Heather Baker of @paperandpenny will lead participants through linocut techniques to carve, ink and press their own designs onto two matching tea towels. All materials are included, and the finished pieces can be used for holiday hosting or given as a seasonal gift. Registration starts at $40 for participants ages 18 and older.

Connect and Learn: Meteorites!
Monday, Nov. 16 from 6–7:30 p.m. at the Community Center
Chris Thompson, president of the Georgia Meteorite Association, will lead a presentation about meteorites and bring physical specimens for participants to see firsthand. This hour-long presentation will be followed by a Q&A. The program is free and open to all ages.

Silk Scarf Painting
Friday, Nov. 20 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at the Community Center
Participants will create their own wearable artwork using silk paints and markers on a finished silk scarf, with all materials provided. They can incorporate simple line drawings, poems or phrases into their designs and the finished scarf can be kept or given as a holiday gift. The workshop is open to participants ages 18 and older for $40. To register for this event, please see here.

Light Up the Season
Friday, Nov. 22 starting at 5 p.m. at the Greystone
To ring in the holidays, Atlantans are invited to gather at Piedmont Park on Nov. 22 for the Conservancy’s annual Light Up the Season celebration. Beginning at 5 p.m. at Greystone, the free event will feature live DJ entertainment, seasonal food and beverages, lantern making and the new Holiday Lantern Parade led by the Seed & Feed band. The evening will culminate in the Meadow with a ceremony to light the Park’s Great Tree, Menorah and Kinara. Following the event, guests can continue the celebration at Park Tavern with a family holiday movie and snacks.

For dates, registration information and additional details, visit piedmontpark.org.