Early November in Buckhead and Brookhaven brings a mix of history, art and Saturday morning errands that double as outings. This week runs from Monday, November 2 through Tuesday, November 10, 2026, and the four picks below range from a storytime for toddlers at the Atlanta History Center to a free museum afternoon in Brookhaven. Each listing comes from the organizer or venue, and anything the organizer has not published, such as a ticket price, is marked so you can check before you go. Three of the four fall on or just before Saturday, November 7, so a plan for that day can easily include two stops.
Toddler Storytime: Happy Helping Hands at Atlanta History Center
When
The program takes place on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. The event page explains that there are two separate reading times, one at 10 a.m. and one at 11 a.m., and that each reading needs its own ticket. Both readings feature the same book and the same activities, so you only need to choose the time that fits your morning.
Where
The listing on the Atlanta History Center calendar says the program is held onsite and carries the Family-Friendly label. The center's Buckhead campus is at 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, and the Margaret Mitchell House in Midtown is a second location under the same organization, so confirm which campus appears on your ticket confirmation.
Cost and tickets
Toddler Storytime is included with the price of general admission. To reserve a spot, add general admission tickets to your cart and the checkout will then prompt you to register for the storytime. The event page lists separate ticket buttons for members and for those who are not yet members, and it does not publish a dollar amount on the page itself, so check the ticket page for current pricing.
Good to know
The center is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., which leaves plenty of the day for the gardens and exhibits after the reading. Because the two readings share the same program, families with a late nap can aim for the 11 a.m. slot. The calendar also lists other storytime themes later in the month, so a missed date does not close the door on the series.
Peachtree Heights East Movers, Shakers, and Heartbreakers Tour
When
Buckhead Heritage hosts this walking tour on Saturday, November 7, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. The organizer notes that the walk lasts about an hour and a half, and its own events page adds that November 7 is the last tour of the year. That makes this the final chance this season to see the neighborhood with a guide.
Where
The group meets at the Duckpond historical marker, near the corner of Peachtree Road and Lindbergh Avenue. The tour covers a hidden neighborhood of roughly 330 homes with styles that include four-square, Craftsman bungalow, Cape Cod, Tudor Revival and Ranch houses, plus newer builds. Participants stay on the road throughout.
Cost and registration
The Buckhead Heritage events page does not list a price. Registration is handled by contacting Executive Director Richard Waterhouse at [email protected] or by phone at (404) 467-9447. The tour is presented in partnership with the Atlanta Preservation Center. Contact the organizer before the day to secure a place.
Good to know
The route is a mile and a half and described as hilly, so comfortable walking shoes make sense. Members of Buckhead Heritage get priority for its events, though most are open to the public when space allows. Plan a stop for a coffee or an early lunch afterward, since the tour wraps up around 11:30 a.m.
OUMA Community Days at the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art
When
The Oglethorpe University Museum of Art hosts Community Days on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. It is described as a gift to the community, so the afternoon is built around dropping in rather than buying a ticket. The date appears on the arts calendar published by Oglethorpe University.
Where
The museum is at 4484 Peachtree Road NE in Brookhaven. The calendar entry lists the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art as the venue, and the museum's own website describes regular hours on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., so you can stay on after the program ends at 3 p.m. to see the galleries.
Cost
Admission is free for the event, according to the calendar listing. The museum normally charges $5 per person, with children 12 and under free, so the free afternoon is a real saving for a group. Food from local vendors is also described as free, which turns a visit into a casual lunch.
Good to know
The listing mentions free food from local vendors, a pop up shop of student art, games and more activities. The galleries currently include Realism Revisited, which runs through February 28, 2027, and Conversations with Collections, which is on continuous view. Parking details are not on the calendar page, so check the museum's plan your visit information before arriving.
Peachtree Road Farmers Market on Saturday, November 7
When
The Peachtree Road Farmers Market runs every Saturday from March 7 through December 19, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The market states that it is open rain or shine, so November 7 falls well inside the season. Arrive early for the widest selection of fresh items and for easier parking.
Where
The market sets up at the Cathedral of St. Philip, 2744 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. Extra free parking is available at the GBC parking garage next to Fellini's Pizza, and a bike rack is available near the market entrance. The market notes that it accepts EBT and doubles SNAP benefits at each visit.
Cost
The market page does not list an entry fee. What you spend depends on what you buy from the more than 70 local vendors. Weekly features include live music, a children's area and a chef pop up tent, and the market describes a storytime twice a month with the Alliance Theatre.
Good to know
The market website posts pet guidelines, so read them before you bring a dog. The market also reminds visitors that photographing and filming take place during operating hours. If you pair this stop with the 10 a.m. Heritage tour, a quick pass through the market after the walk is a workable plan, since the Duckpond meeting point and the Cathedral both sit along Peachtree Road.
Questions About Buckhead and Brookhaven Events This Week
Can I attend all four events in one weekend?
Mostly. The market runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and the walking tour starts at 10 a.m., so those two overlap and most people will favor one, or browse the market briefly after the tour. The museum event begins at 12 p.m., and the toddler storytime is the one midweek item, on Wednesday.
Which of these events are free?
The museum Community Days event is listed as free, and the farmers market has no published entry fee. The storytime is included with general admission, and the walking tour does not list a price, so ask when you register.
Is the storytime meant for babies or toddlers?
The program name says Toddler Storytime, and the event page carries a Family-Friendly label. It does not publish an age range, so the history center's ticket page is the best place to confirm who the readings suit.
What if the weather turns?
The farmers market says it operates rain or shine. The walking tour is outdoors, so contact the organizer if rain is in the forecast. The museum listing and the storytime page do not describe a weather plan, so check with each organizer.
