Labor Day Weekend: Make the Most of the Final Days of Summer in Atlanta

Cheers to Labor Day Weekend with Sips, Sports, and Specials at Dantanna’s

This Labor Day weekend, Dantanna’s is serving up sips, sports, and specials with fans in mind. The official start of college football season kicks off on Saturday, August 31, when UGA and Clemson go head-to-head and the upscale sports bar and restaurant is offering a must-try College Game Day Special featuring 20 wings paired with a bucket of five domestic beers for $45. For those looking for a more elevated option, the special Surf n Turf Platter promises to impress with a mix of fresh scallops, shrimp skewers, and tender flank steak for $40. On Labor Day, Monday, September 2, Dantanna’s is clocking into the business of fun with an all-day happy hour guaranteed to keep spirits high and worries low. Starting at 11 a.m., $8 cocktails such as the fan-favorite Lychee Martini and zesty Pear Margarita will be flowing. Beer enthusiasts can enjoy $6 drafts, including Stella, Tropicalia, and SweetWater 420, along with $1 off bottled beers. Wine lovers will find red and white wines available for just $6 per glass. An array of sharable small plates like the signature Cajun Chicken Egg Rolls, fresh oysters and Sesame Steak Skewers  will be available from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Located at the Shops Around Lenox, Dantanna’s has been serving sports, substance, and sips for two decades. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.dantannas.com or call 404-760-8873. Stay connected on Facebook at Facebook.com/dantannas and on Twitter and Instagram @dantannas.

Slide Into Labor Day Weekend With Sweet Auburn Barbecue 

Labor Day celebrations are set to sizzle with Sweet Auburn Barbecue’s Build Your Own BBQ Slider Kit Catering Package. Available for pickup on Monday, September 2nd, the Poncey-Highland barbecue spot has crafted a feast that is designed to impress. Serving six, this end-of-summer spread consists of a build-your-own slider kit including buns, barbecue sauce, choice of smoked pork or chicken, pickles, cole slaw, and side of mac & cheese. That’s not all— the Labor Day catering package is completed with a whole rack of baby back ribs, Texas toast, a bottle of barbecue sauce, and a gallon of refreshing sweet tea to round out the meal. Combining savory goodness with convenience, Sweet Auburn’s Build Your Own BBQ Slider Kit promises a day brimming with flavor and fun. Sweet Auburn Barbecue is located in Poncey-Highland at 656 N. Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. For more information, visit www.sweetauburnbbq.com. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook at @sweetauburnbbq. 

Score Big with Sugar Shane’s Labor Day Weekend 

College football is back, and Sugar Shane’s is ready to kick off the season with unbeatable treats, starting with the return of the Bulldog cookie just in time for Labor Day weekend. Dawgs fans will be barking with joy over this UGA-inspired favorite, featuring a rich red velvet base packed with indulgent white chocolate chips and generously filled with creamy American Oreo buttercream. But the deliciousness doesn’t end there—Sugar Shane’s offers a rotating selection of cookie flavors, moist bundt cakes, gooey brownies, house-made ice cream, and more. A box of Sugar Shane’s treats is the perfect way to score big at any tailgate. For more information and nationwide shipping, visit sugarshanes.com. Visit Sugar Shane’s in Atlanta at Midtown (398 14th Street Atlanta, GA 30318), Ponce City Market (675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE N 145 Atlanta, GA 30308), Sandy Springs (1110 Hammond Drive Suite 30 Atlanta, GA 30328), and Kennesaw (1635 Old 41 Hwy Ste 107 in Kennesaw, GA 30152). Stay connected on Instagram at @sugar_shanes and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sugarshanesatl. 

Countdown to the Aflac Kickoff Game at Follywood Fan at Fest  Westside Motor Lounge

Calling all UGA and Clemson fans! Follywood Fan Fest is coming to Westside Motor Lounge in Atlanta, GA, on Friday, August 30, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Kicking off pre-game activities during college football’s opening weekend, sports enthusiasts from near and far are invited to a high-energy event featuring food, drinks, live music, special guests, and performances. Open to all ages, party-goers are invited to sip, eat, and celebrate college football’s official return while listening to live sets from Athens-based The Pink Stones, Clemson’s DAZR, and an unforgettable headline performance from Jupiter Coyote. Guests can expect surprise appearances by Clemson and UGA celebrities, special guests, art and apparel vendors, kids' activities, and more. A family-friendly event, tickets to Fan Fest: Clemson vs. UGA are $25 per person and available at www.westsidemotorlounge.com and www.bigtickets.com/events/west-side-motor-lounge/fanfest. The event is free for kids ages 10 and under. Within walking distance to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Westside Motor Lounge spans nearly three acres and features a full-service restaurant, two bars, a private event space, and a spacious outdoor courtyard. A local favorite, the courtyard boasts a stage for bands and DJs, a beer garden, shuffleboard courts, fire pits, ample seating, and a vintage Airstream travel bar and food trailer. Westside Motor Lounge is located at the corner of Northside Drive and Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway at 725 Echo Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com and stay connected on Instagram @Westside_Motor_Lounge. Fan Fest is a Follywood Productions event. Follow them on Instagram at @follywoodfanfest. 

Flight Club Serves Bottomless Brunch, Bubbles, and Bullseyes Labor Day Weekend

Brunching in Atlanta over Labor Day weekend? Make your way to Flight Club in West Midtown for three days of bottomless bubbles, bites, and flights. From Saturday, August 31st through Monday, September 2nd, brunch-goers are invited to enjoy friendly competition alongside specialty brunch menu items and eye-catching bottomless mimosa towers. Dive into a playful spin on classic breakfast dishes with shareable bites and options for both a la carte and bottomless indulgence, including smoked salmon, four cheese, garden vegetable, and breakfast flatbreads, breakfast sliders, avocado toast, and more. Whether booking a 90-minute reservation to enjoy one of the experience packages or simply dropping by, Flight Club’s vibrant atmosphere is the perfect place to celebrate the long weekend. While reservations are encouraged, they’re not required, and guests are welcome to dine without booking gameplay. Flight Club Atlanta is open on Labor Day from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with regular weekend hours. Flight Club is located at 1055 Howell Mill Rd Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information or to book a reservation, visit  flightclubdartsusa.com. Stay connected on Instagram at www.instagram.com/flightclubdartsusa and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/flightclubdarts. 

Fire Up the Flavor Labor Day Weekend at SsamJang Korean BBQ

Celebrate Labor Day weekend at SsamJang Korean BBQ, where bold flavors and a dynamic dining experience take center stage. From Friday, August 30th to Monday, September 2nd, SsamJang offers exclusive specials and limited-time offers that are sure to impress. Atlanta’s newest Korean BBQ destination, SsamJang specializes in premium cuts like brisket, short rib, prime ribeye, and lobster tail, all grilled tableside to perfection. The immersive experience features state-of-the-art grilling technology, ensuring every bite bursts with authentic Korean flavors. For Labor Day, all drinks are priced at $10 or less, including signature cocktails, beer buckets, and select wines. Guests indulging in any meat or veggie combo receive a complimentary bottle of Soju or Makgeolli. Additionally, each guest will receive a mystery tote bag with a gift certificate valued between $10 and $100, redeemable on the next visit. SsamJang is open from 11 a.m. to midnight Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays. Serving only the finest beef accompanied by a diverse selection of authentic Korean cuisine, SsamJang Korean BBQ is located in Cumberland Mall at 2860 Cumberland Mall Ste 1109, Atlanta, GA 30339. For more information visit ssamjangbbq.com and stay connected on Instagram at @ssamjang_kbbq.

Swing into Puttshack Fore Labor Day Fun  

Experience the epitome of fun this Labor Day at Puttshack, the ideal destination to unwind and revel in the festivities as summer unofficially comes to a close. The only tech-infused mini-golf experience in Atlanta, guests can bring out their competitive spirit on one of Puttshack’s high-energy courses. Players and spectators who have worked up an appetite can nosh on globally-inspired cuisine including sharable plates, flatbreads, salads, sandwiches burgers and more and enjoy signature cocktails, beer, hard seltzers, wine, and mocktails. On Labor Day, Monday, September 2nd, players receive 50% of their second game all day. Puttshack Atlanta is located at 1115 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, call 404.738.7888 or visit https://www.puttshack.com/. Stay connected on Instagram and Twitter at @Puttshack and on Facebook www.facebook.com/Puttshack.    

Vesper’s Labor Day Switch-Up: Bodega Bar Takes Over

Who says the holiday fun has to end when the sun goes down? This Labor Day, September 2nd, Vesper is welcoming back the beloved New York City-inspired Bodega Bar for a special pop-up takeover from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sip on playful concoctions like the absinthe-kissed Bodega Bois and tequila-based Luna Park After Dark, all while noshing on bodega staples like the classic Reuben, pizza bagels, falafel and more. With $6 industry shots fueling the fun, this pop-up promises to bring a slice of the Big Apple to Atlanta—making this Labor Day evening one to remember. Vesper is located on the Atlanta BeltLine in Glenwood Park at 924 Garrett St. Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30316. For more information, visit www.vesperatl.com or call 404.936.6902. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @vesperatl.