Celebrating Grandparents’ Day: Fun Activities and Events
Celebrating Grandparents’ Day is more than just another obligation to put on a calendar. It’s an opportunity to honor the legacy of a family. Grandparents’ Day has been honored annually since 1979 when President Jimmy Carter signed it into law. This year, Grandparents’ Day falls on Sunday September 8.
This is a great time to gather your family to partake in intergenerational activities that will have lasting benefits for everyone. For seniors, intergenerational relationships reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness, which can be a key factor of depression. For kids, these relationships can aid in the development of social skills and building a respect for people different than them.
Spending time together is often the best way to celebrate. Here are some activities and places around Atlanta we recommend checking out this Grandparents’ Day:
Zoo Atlanta
This year, Zoo Atlanta is offering free admission for up to two grandparents with the purchase of one child or adult’s regularly priced general admission ticket. The zoo is home to multiple animal grandparents, including Ozzie and Choomba, two western lowland gorillas.
The Breman Museum
Storytelling, puppets, and activities abound at this event at The Breman. Be sure to grab your free tickets to this event, where there will be opportunities to engage in fun activities to spend quality time together.
High Museum of Art
The UPS Second Sunday is on September 8 this year, which means you will get free admission and access to activities, smARTbox distribution, and music from a live DJ.
Atlanta History Center
Visit the Atlanta History Center, which is home to 33 acres of areas to explore including a farm, several historical houses, beautiful gardens, and museums that cover many topics from BIPOC communities, Atlanta’s history, sports history, and women’s history. The Atlanta History Center is also home to StoryCorps where you can record a conversation, the perfect place to have an interview with your loved ones.
Kennesaw Mountain
Beautiful views with significant historical ties, the park has miles of trails, a museum, ranger presentations and so much more. Bring a picnic and enjoy a day outside!
Botanical Garden
Take in the delightful Alice’s Wonderland Returns exhibit and enjoy the beautiful gardens and all its water features.
Georgia Aquarium
The Aquarium is home to coastal birds and aquatic animals from all around the world. With lots of exciting exhibits, you may even find a whale shark!
Atlanta Beltline
Walk along the lively Atlanta Beltline, which is filled with street art, architecture, and many shops and restaurants. The Beltline is perfect for walking or biking.This place is perfect for the whole family, even the dog!
Centennial Olympic Park
This large green space downtown celebrates the 1996 Olympics including the interactive Fountain of Rings. The park is the perfect place to have a picnic.
There are so many family-friendly places to explore in Atlanta for Grandparents’ Day. Gather your family together to celebrate multi-generational families.
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