ATLANTA - The Labor Day weekend has officially begun, and thousands of visitors are flocking to downtown Atlanta for one of the city’s busiest stretches of the year.

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Atlanta police say large crowds have already gathered near popular attractions, including the Georgia Aquarium and the Hilton Garden Inn on Baker Street, to take advantage of the warm, sunny weather and a full slate of events.

The annual fan convention Dragon Con is once again drawing tens of thousands of cosplayers and enthusiasts dressed as their favorite characters from comics, movies, video games, and even internet memes. Visitors traveled from across the country, including New York, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Texas.

Sports fans are also filling the city for the Aflac Kickoff Games at Mercedes-Benz

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