Fall, September to November

Fall in Norcross: festivals, river trails and fire-pit nights.

Cooler evenings are made for the fire pit. Spend the day at a festival at Stone Mountain or on the trails by the Chattahoochee, then come back to three private homes around one well-landscaped backyard, a seven-minute walk from historic downtown Norcross.

Last updated Oct 31, 2026.

The fire pit circle in the backyard, with the back of the Crossing House and its deck lit up behind it at dusk

Fall dates

DateEventVenueDistance
Sep 9–12, 2027Yellow Daisy Festival (arts and crafts)Stone Mountain Parkabout 15 miles
Sep 21–26, 2027Braves’ last regular-season home series (baseball)Truist Parkabout 18 miles

Dates checked on the organisers’ or venues’ websites or their event listings on Oct 29–31, 2026. Dates can change, so confirm with the organiser before you book. Distances are road miles from the homes. The Braves’ 2027 dates hold only if the MLB season begins on time, so check before you book. Crossing Collective is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any of these events, teams, leagues, tours, clubs or venues; their names are used only to describe them. More big dates are on event weekends.

Things to do nearby in fall

Outdoors

  • Chattahoochee River NRA, Island Ford unit · about 12 miles. The park’s headquarters unit, with riverside hiking trails. The park has more than 60 miles of trails along 48 miles of river.
  • Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Jones Bridge unit · about 7 miles. National Park Service land on the river with trails, picnic areas and a canoe, kayak and raft launch. The park service says to check river flow and water-quality conditions before you paddle.
  • Stone Mountain Park · about 15 miles. The park says its Summit Skyride cable car is open daily and its other attractions are seasonal: typically weekends and holidays from March to December, and daily from Memorial Day weekend to the beginning of August. Check the park’s daily schedule.

Sport

  • Life Time Peachtree Corners · about 3 miles (about 10 minutes without traffic). A racquet and athletic club with 30 indoor and outdoor pickleball courts (Life Time’s own count). It has hosted the PPA Tour’s Atlanta pro event every year since 2023. It is a members’ club: membership or a guest pass may be required, so check with the club before you go.
  • West Gwinnett Park · about 3 miles. Six lighted, pickleball-only public courts run by Gwinnett County. First come, first served unless reserved online.

Your home away from home

Which home fits your group

A family or up to 8 friends

Crossing House: Sleeps 8, with a dining table set for eight.

Up to 6, or a family with kids

Cozy Cottage: Sleeps 6, with a covered porch.

A couple

Magnolia Mini: A tiny home for up to 3, with a cedar shower.

Good to know in fall

  • Every home has heating and air conditioning.
  • The backyard has a gas fire pit and string lights. It is shared when homes are booked separately; no outdoor noise or gatherings 10 PM–8 AM.
  • Staying a week or more? See extended stays, up to 29 nights.
Cozy Cottage at dusk with the fire pit lit in the backyard
Cozy Cottage and the fire pit at dusk.

Fall stay questions

How far is Stone Mountain Park?

About 15 miles by road, depending on which gate you use. The park says the Summit Skyride is open daily and other attractions are typically open weekends and holidays from March to December, so check the park’s daily schedule.

When is the Yellow Daisy Festival?

Stone Mountain Park lists the 2027 Yellow Daisy Festival for September 9–12, 2027 (checked Oct 31, 2026). Confirm with the park before you book.

Is there a fire pit?

Yes. The backyard has a gas fire pit, a hammock and string lights. It is shared when homes are booked separately, and yours alone when you book Crossing Collective.

Do the homes have heating for cool evenings?

Yes. Crossing House, Cozy Cottage and Magnolia Mini all have heating and air conditioning.

Other seasons

Visiting at another time? See spring and summer. In winter, see extended stays and the January and February event weekends. Coming as a group? Read group stays, the FAQ and the house rules and policies.

Crossing Collective

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