Let’s face it, most of us plan our recreational activities with our wallets in mind.
When we hear that our favorite artist or theatrical production is coming to town, one of the first things we look at is how much tickets will cost.
This guide was created with that in mind.
Based on our list of 17 can't-miss events to attend this fall, we've placed some of the most anticipated events from the upcoming season into three categories: free or cheap ($25 and under), easy on the wallet ($26-$75) and high roller ($76 or more).
Keep in mind, each event made its designated category based on their cheapest ticket options.
Free or Cheap:
Atlanta Celebrates Photography
The 18th annual Atlanta Celebrates Photography festival kicks off in September and runs through October, offering free events and exhibitions at more than 100 venues along the way.
Read more about this event here.
Elevate: Microcosm
Four curators will explore the theme of Microcosm on Broad Street in downtown Atlanta during a week-long art showcase. Experience art installations, music and more for free Oct. 13-21.
Read more about this event here.
Art on the Beltline
The Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade will kick off Art on the Atlanta Beltline on Sept. 10. The South’s largest temporary public art exhibition is free and features more than 150 works of visual and performing arts.
The exhibit will remain on the Beltline through mid-November.
Read more about this event here.
When an Indiana school cancels prom so that a student can’t attend with her girlfriend, a group of Broadway actors attempt to get involved. The new musical opened at Alliance Theatre this month and runs through Sept. 25.
While the most expensive tickets are $65, you can go for as cheap as $10.
Read more about this event here.
MJCCA Book Festival
The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta will celebrate 25 years of hosting its 17-day book festival this November. CNN senior legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin, and Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live” host and “The Real Housewives” executive producer Andy Cohen will discuss their newest books, “American Heiress: The Wild Sage of the Kidnapping, Crimes and Trial of Patty Hearst” and “Superficial,” respectively.
Events will take place Nov. 5-20. Tickets for individual events will cost $10-30.
Read more about this event here.
Jim Henson Labyrinth
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of cult favorite "Labyrinth" at the Center for Puppetry Arts. The organization has opened an exhibit paying tribute to the Jim Henson-directed film that starred David Bowie. See Goblin puppets and more through Sept.3, 2017 for $10.50. Guided tours are $14.50.
Read more about this event here.
Out on Film
Atlanta’s oldest LGBT film festival will once again offer eight days of screenings. About 100 feature films, documentaries and short films will play at the Landmark Midtown Art Cinema Sept. 29-Oct. 6. While a festival pass will cost $160, you can see three films for $30 or pay $11 for individual screenings. Tickets will go on sale Sept. 1.
Read more about this event here.
A Sea Symphony/Sea Pictures
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus will open their season with Edward Elgar’s “Sea Pictures” and Vaughn Williams’ “A Sea Symphony.” The last time the orchestra and chorus performed the piece in 2003, they earned three Grammy Awards, including best choral performance and best classical album.
You can enjoy this show on Nov. 3 or 5 for as cheap as $20. The most expensive ticket is $89.
Read more about this event here.
Taste of Atlanta
More than 90 local restaurants, including Bartaco and Buttermilk Kitchen, will prepare bites at Taste of Atlanta for attendees to enjoy. Watch as local grill masters prepare food on a Big Green Egg, attend workshops and a Chef’s Table during this two-day festival Oct. 22-23.
One-day general admission tickets are $25 and two-day general admission tickets are $40 if purchased before Oct. 7.
Read more about this event here.
Easy on the Wallet:
The Abduction from the Seraglio
The Atlanta Opera will kick off their season with Wolfgang Mozart’s “Abduction from the Seraglio.” You can watch the popular opera on Oct. 8, 11, 13 or 16 for as cheap as $35. The most expensive tickets are $131.
Read more about this event here.
Amy Schumer
Popular comedian Amy Schumer will bring her unapologetic brand of humor to Philips Arena on Oct. 15. Tickets are $43-$125 to witness Schumer become the first female solo stand-up act to headline the venue.
Read more about this event here.
One Music Festival
For $55-$125, Hip-Hop and R&B fans will get to hear some of the most popular artists from the genres today, as well as pioneers on Sept. 10. Atlanta collective Dungeon Family will bring artists such as Big Boi, CeeLo Green and Killer Mike to the Lakewood Amphitheatre stage ahead of headliners Erykah Badu and Ice Cube. Andra Day, Gary Clark Jr. and Jazmine Sullivan are also scheduled to perform.
Read more about this event here.
Carol Burnett
Fans of “The Carol Burnett Show” will be treated to stories, video clips and a Q&A session during the entertainer’s “An Evening of Laughter and Reflection.” Relive your favorite memories from the variety show Oct. 24-25 at the Cobb Energy Centre. Tickets are $55-$175.
Read more about this event here.
High Roller:
Music Midtown
Music Midtown is one of the pricier events on our list this year, but if you’re a young music fan you’ll likely find it worth it. Twenty One Pilots, The Killers, Beck, Leon Bridges, James Bay, DNCE and Raury are among this year’s lineup.
The $125 tickets will allow you to hear these artists and more during the two-day festival.
Read more about this event here.
Many Rivers to Cross
If you’re trying to convince yourself that tickets to Many Rivers to Cross are worth $130-$350, focus on the fact that in addition to music (T.I., Macklemore, John Legend, Aloe Blacc, Public Enemy and more), the two-day event will feature appearances from popular entertainers and activists such as Jesse Williams and Danny Glover.
Sankofa.org, a Harry Belafonte-founded social justice organization, is producing the event.
Many Rivers to Cross will take place in Chattahoochee Hills Oct. 1-2.
Read more about this event here.
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