Pull Up a Chair: Night Markets, Halloween Trunk-or-Treat & Free CPR Classes Are Coming to Your Village
Pull up a chair, neighbor. The air is finally getting crisp, the leaves are starting to turn, and your local community is lighting up with some of the best fall events of the year. Whether you're in Peachtree City, Fayetteville, Bainbridge, or anywhere in between — there is something happening right around the corner that deserves a spot on your calendar.
Let's take a walk around the village and see what's coming up.
What's Happening Around the Village
🌙 Night Market Returns to Peachtree City — October 2nd
Mark your calendars: the Night Market rolls back into Peachtree City on Friday, October 2, 2026, at Drake Field — and it is shaping up to be one of the best editions yet.
Running from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, this free-to-attend evening festival brings together artisan vendors, food trucks, live music, and family entertainment under the open sky. This is not just a market — it is a genuine community gathering that reminds us why local matters.
Here is a snapshot of what to expect:
🎨 Artisans & Makers: Bath and body products, handmade jewelry, home décor, candles, artwork, pet products, clothing, and more — from local creators including Georgia Glow Candle Co., FEAR KNOT Designs, Bill's Boards, and Barn Stars & Magnolias Designs.
🍔 Food Trucks & Desserts: Grazing Here, Looquisimos Tacos, Lisa's Creperie, TCBY Frozen Yogurt, Sweetgum Dreams Bakery, and 3Bros Cookies. There is something for every craving.
🎵 Live Music: Kris Youmans Band (Newnan, GA) opens at 5:30 PM, followed by The Venus Kings (Peachtree City, GA) from 7:15 PM through 10:00 PM.
👧 Young Entrepreneurs: A dedicated section showcasing young makers selling their own handcrafted products. Put a few dollars toward a child building their dream.
🧸 Family Activities: Interactive booths including face painting and DIY activities from Teddy Bear Mobile Metro Atlanta — perfect for the whole family.
📍 Location: Drake Field, Peachtree City, GA
🗓️ Date: Friday, October 2, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Free to Attend
🌐 More info: nightmarketllc.com
🎃 Scare on the Square Returns to Downtown Bainbridge — October 31st
Down in Bainbridge, Georgia, the City of Bainbridge is bringing back the beloved Scare on the Square Halloween celebration at Willis Park on Saturday, October 31st, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
The City is calling on local businesses, organizations, churches, and community groups to participate by hosting decorated trunks for this family-friendly trunk-or-treat event. If your group is looking for a fun, meaningful way to connect with your neighbors this Halloween — this is your opportunity.
📍 Location: Willis Park, Downtown Bainbridge, GA
🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE
🌐 More info: bainbridgecity.com
❤️ Free Hero Training: CPR Classes in Fayetteville — November 18th
The Fayetteville Fire Department is offering a FREE non-certified Family & Friends CPR Training Class this fall. This is one of the most practical and life-saving skills any neighbor can have — and it does not cost a dime.
Knowing CPR means you are ready if something happens at home, at a community event, or anywhere in between. It is a two-hour investment that could make all the difference for someone you love.
📍 Location: 95 Johnson Avenue, Fayetteville, GA (Fayetteville Fire Department)
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE
🌐 More info: City of Fayetteville official calendar
Why It Matters
Events like these are the heartbeat of a healthy community. When neighbors gather at a Night Market, they are not just buying candles and tacos — they are building relationships, investing in local entrepreneurs, and strengthening the fabric of the place we all call home.
When families show up for Scare on the Square, children grow up with warm memories of a community that celebrated together. When you spend two hours learning CPR, you become someone who can save a life when it matters most.
None of these events are small. They are the building blocks of a strong, connected, and prepared village.
How This Impacts Our Community
Every dollar spent at a local Night Market stays in the community. Every child who trunk-or-treats at Scare on the Square carries a memory of neighborhood love. Every person who learns CPR becomes a first responder in their home, their church, their school.
These events also lift up:
Small and micro business owners who rely on community markets to grow their customer base and build their brands.
Young entrepreneurs learning what it means to build something from the ground up — with the community cheering them on.
Families looking for safe, free, and fun activities for their children.
Neighbors who may not know each other yet — but will after tonight.
How You Can Get Involved
Here is what's happening nearby — and here is how you can be part of it:
Attend the Peachtree City Night Market on October 2nd — bring a neighbor, a friend, or a first date. It is free!
Shop intentionally — look for the Young Entrepreneurs section and put a few dollars toward a child building their dream.
If you are a business, church, or organization in Bainbridge, sign up to host a trunk at Scare on the Square.
Register for the FREE CPR class in Fayetteville on November 18th — your family and neighbors will be safer because you did.
Share this article with a neighbor or someone new to your community who needs to know what's happening around the village.
If you vend or perform at Night Market, we would love to feature your story in our Entrepreneur Stories series. Reach out to Sophie's Mart!
Around the Village Calendar
📅 October 2, 2026 — Night Market | Drake Field, Peachtree City, GA | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE
📅 October 12–16, 2026 — Decatur County Schools Fall Break | Bainbridge, GA
📅 October 31, 2026 — Scare on the Square Trunk-or-Treat | Willis Park, Downtown Bainbridge, GA | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE
📅 November 6, 2026 — Night Market | Peachtree City, GA | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE
📅 November 18, 2026 — FREE Family & Friends CPR Training | Fayetteville Fire Dept., 95 Johnson Ave., Fayetteville, GA | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Sophie's Suggestions
Whether you are heading out to Night Market, hosting a trunk, or prepping for a cozy fall season — here are a few things from Sophie's Mart your neighbors have been loving:
🧢 Moses & Burke Abstract Signature Beanie ($30.00) — October evenings can get chilly fast. This minimal, purposeful beanie is perfect for outdoor fall events like Night Market. Shop here →
☕ Sophie's Mart KP Brew – Single Serve Coffee Capsules ($6.00) — Community starts with a cup of coffee. KP Brew was born from Kennedy Park, where Sophie saw a need and answered it. Support that story every morning. Shop here →
🕯️ Cinnamon Buns Breakfast Scent Candle ($45.00) — Bring the warm scent of fall right into your home. Eco-friendly, soy wax, and made to fill your space with that cozy-kitchen-on-a-cool-morning feeling. Perfect after a night at the market. Shop here →
Around the Village Takeaway
The village grows stronger when neighbors know each other — and this fall, your village is giving you every reason to show up, spend local, and make a memory worth keeping.
— This content was generated by AI on behalf of Sophie's Mart Around The Village.
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