Weekend food events: Sept. 29-Oct. 1 2017

Wine dinner? Beer tasting? Cooking class? Food festival? Email the deets to foodanddrink at creativeloafing.com.

Friday

Monday Night Brewing Garage Sept. 29-Sept. 30, 2017 MADE SOUTH Atlanta Nashville-based company MADE SOUTH is headed to Atlanta to host a weekend of food and shopping. The event will feature more than 90 craftsmen and artisans from all over the South along with bites and libations from local chefs and bartenders. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit FOCUS + Fragile Kids, a nonprofit that helps children who are medically fragile or have significant disabilities. Details

Flying Biscuit Sept. 29, 2017, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Flying Biscuit Birthday Celebration To celebrate its birthday, the John’s Creek Flying Biscuit is throwing a party! The festivities will include birthday cake, of course. In addition, the first 100 guests will receive a free t-shirt and five lucky tables will receive a free lunch. Details

Scofflaw Brewing Company Sept. 29, 2017, 7 p.m. Dope & Dank in the ATL Dope & Dank, an organization promoting diversity in the craft beer community, is making a stop in Atlanta with special guest Ale Sharpton. Mix, mingle and get your craft beer on. Details

Saturday

Holeman and Finch Sept. 30, 2017, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Gypsy Chef Series: Terry Koval Holeman and Finch’s executive chef Spencer Gomez will host the third installment of his “Gypsy Chef” series, featuring chef Terry Koval of Wrecking Bar Brewpub. Gomez and Koval will join forces to serve up an Oktoberfest-themed menu and experience. Details

Piedmont Park Sept. 30, 2017, 3-10 p.m. Oktoberfest in the Park Presented by Park Tavern, A Social Mess, and Sierra Nevada, Oktoberfest in the Park will feature live music performances, food and drink specials, games, and a costume contest. Performances from the likes of Wasted Potential Brass Band and Bon Jovi tribute band Slippery When Wet will set the scene for an afternoon of revelry as guests are invited to try their hand at games like beer pong and giant jenga, and enjoy signature German bites. Details

Jailhouse Brewing Company Sept. 30, 2017, 3-7 p.m. Barks & Brews The Henry County Humane Society invites the community to its Barks & Brews charity event, which will benefit the animals sheltered at the Henry County Humane Society. The afternoon will include a one-mile dog walk, live music, a pet look-alike contest, and a silent auction. Details

Red Brick Brewing Co. Sept. 30, 2017, 12-10 p.m. Red Brick Brewing Turns 24! Georgia’s oldest brewery is celebrating its 24th birthday with a party featuring its most popular brew: Vanilla Gorilla! Guests can look forward to limited edition Vanilla Gorilla variants, along with eats from different food trucks and live music throughout the day. Details

Explore Gwinnett September 30, 2017, 11 a.m. Seoul of the South Food Tours Diners have the opportunity to visit four Korean restaurants or bakeries (rotating each tour) for tastings, a chef greeting and Korean culture and cuisine tips at each stop. Attendees can expect a K-Swag Bag featuring a Korean beauty product, Korean snacks, a Korean dining guide and more. Sarah Park, a Korean foodie with knowledge of Gwinnett’s ever-changing dining scene, will lead the tours. Details

Sunday

Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center Oct. 1, 2017, 4 p.m. Dining in the Dark The Center for the Visually Impaired (CVI) is hosting a sensorial meal to fundraise and raise awareness about vision loss. CVI is hosting a three-course meal in complete darkness for guests to witness the feelings of having a meal without vision. After dinner, a reception will be held to offer insight on how to engage all of the senses to talk, sit, eat and drink in darkness. CVI is a nonprofit organization that strives to improve the lives of those without vision by offering services and products that help individuals navigate the world. Details

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall Oct. 1, 2017, 4-10 p.m. Ladybird’s Three-Year Anniversary Party In honor of its third anniversary, the folks at Ladybird are hosting a cookout style bash, complete with a pig roast and other campfire-inspired items. Guests can look forward to complimentary bites and special discounts on beverages. Details

O-Ku Oct. 1, 2017, 5-7 p.m. O-Ku’s National Sake Day Celebration Celebrate this boozy holiday at O-Ku! Half-off sake will be served all night, and guests can indulge in sushi happy hour featuring half-off rolls on the rooftop space or in the main dining room. Details

Metropolitan Studios. Inc. Oct. 1, 2017, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Yoga Bubbly Brunch Join Pop Up Brunch Atlanta and Dancing Dogs Yoga Atlanta for an enlightening yoga and culinary experience. After a yoga class with guru Kayla Patterson, guests can sip on signature mimosas and sample croque madames from Patrick Joseph Boston. Details

Cameli’s Pizza Oct. 1, 2017, 3-7 p.m. Pizza Eating Contest Sponsored by PBR Beer, this event is a pizza-lover’s heaven. Hosted by Rock 100.5, this event offers guests the opportunity to test their eating endurance the American way. Details