Things to do in Atlanta this weekend
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The Toy Factory Atlanta
Step into a secret toy factory in Atlanta! Created by internationally acclaimed creative studio Dirty Monitor, the team behind groundbreaking experiences including Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience and Monet: The Immersive Experience
Stone Mountain Park’sPumpkin Festival
Play by Day and Glow by Night as you enjoy one of Atlanta’s best Fall activities. Experience family-friendly park attractions and special fall entertainment featuring favorite classic storybook characters!
HAUNTED UNDERGROUND ATLANTA
Things to do in Atlanta for Halloween. TLANTA… MEET US UNDERGROUND AFTER DARK. 🩸 This October, something wicked takes over Downtown.Step inside HAUNTED UNDERGROUND — a 21+ Halloween experience filled with haunted spaces, multiple bars, wicked cocktails, live DJs, dancing, and plenty of things that go bump in the night. OCT 1 – NOV 1THURSDAY – SUNDAY21+ ONLY Dress scary. Dress sexy. Dress strange.Just don’t come alone. 👀 Follow @hauntedundergroundatl + @undergroundatlanta for private parties & exclusive event announcements.
Scarecrows inthe Garden
Atlanta’s favorite fall tradition returns with colorful community creations by local schools, families, artists, businesses and nonprofits. In celebration of the Garden’s 50th Anniversary, we’re going even bigger this year with a new, invitation-only category: Supersized Scarecrows. These larger-than-life scarecrows will take over the new Great Lawn Garden, reaching heights up to 12’ tall. Entries compete for prizes, including Golden Tickets – a year of Garden events – Family-level memberships, curated gift baskets from the Garden Gift Shop and more. Entries will also compete for the Visitor’s Choice Award! During your visit, scan the QR code in the Hardin Visitor Center to vote for your favorite scarecrow. Voters with valid email addresses will be entered for a chance to win a Family-level membership! Winners will be announced via the Garden’s social media and in person at the Great Pumpkin-Carving Festival.
Wicked Hideaway:Halloween Pop-Up Bar
Returning October 1st, step into the spellbinding world of Wicked Hideaway, AltaToro’s festive Halloween pop-up! our heated and covered patio will be transformed into a dazzling halloween haven—complete with ghoulishly fun décor, glowing jack-o’-lanterns, twinkling lights, and spooktacular photo ops that capture the magic of the season, plus enjoy fire shows every Friday & Saturday night. Guests can enjoy our full Latin-inspired tapas menus, along with exclusive Halloween-themed cocktails and sinfully sweet seasonal desserts. Wicked Hideaway will be open for dinner, and weekend brunch, making it the perfect spot to celebrate the season any time of day.
SPOOKEASY : Halloween Cocktail Bar
Experience Halloween at the Spookeasy, a Halloween themed cocktail lounge, at Chattahoochee Food Works Experience Halloween at the Spookeasy, a Halloween-themed cocktail lounge located on the patio at Chattahoochee Food Works. Spookeasy will serve bespoke spooky cocktails all month long.SPOOKEASY HOURSThursday 5PM - 10PMFriday 5PM - 11PMSaturday 12PM - 11PMSunday 12PM - 10PMMonday - Wednesday for Private Parties Only Kitchen closes at 8:45pm on Thursday & Sunday, 9:45pm on Friday & Saturday
Fright Fest at Six Flags
Fright Fest Presented by SNICKERS® When: Select Nights, September 12 - November 1, 2026 Where: 275 Riverside Parkway, Austell, GA 30168 What to expect: With pulse-pounding scares, innovative thrills, and scintillating shows, Six Flags Over Georgia leaves no tomb unearthed, no crypt unrattled, and no fear untouched. Cost: Scare zones, live shows, and rides included with park admission; food, drink, haunted mazes and merchandise require separate purchase.
Haunted Underground:A Haunted Bar Experience
Atlanta, are you ready? Join us for a one of a kind Halloween Experience. 21+ to enter. Thursday through Sunday, at Underground Atlanta. ATLANTA… SOMETHING IS STIRRING BENEATH THE CITY. 💀 This October, descend into HAUNTED UNDERGROUND — a fully immersive, 21+ Halloween bar experience lurking beneath the streets of Downtown Atlanta. 🍸 Sinister cocktails💀 Hauntingly immersive spaces🎧 Live DJs👻 Multiple bars🔥 Dancing after dark🕸️ One seriously wicked atmosphere From October 2 – November 1, Thursday through Sunday, the Underground transforms into a twisted Halloween playground where the drinks are devilishly good, the music keeps you moving, and things get a little more unhinged after dark. Come in costume. Come dressed to kill. Or just come ready to get haunted. Follow @hauntedundergroundatl + @undergroundatlanta for private parties, special events & more.
Boo at the Zoo Atlanta
Things to do in Atlanta. Halloween in Atlanta 2026. Boo at the Zoo is Atlanta’s favorite family Halloween festival! Wake the Komodo dragon, gila monster and hooded vultures! Boo at the Zoo is FREE for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission. During the last three weekends of October from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., enjoy trick or treating, plenty of photo opportunities, themed entertainment and activities, costumed characters, and so much more. Costumes are welcome; please take a moment to read over our rules. Boo at the Zoo is about creating special memories with the family, not necessarily to bring home the biggest haul of candy. Come for the candy but stay for the fun! This event is rain-or-shine; however, some activities may be delayed or canceled due to rain. NEW FOR 2026: We’re expanding to a fifth day of Boo at the Zoo this year, and guess what? We’ll be hosting Boo at the Zoo on Halloween!
Boo at the Zoo Atlanta
Things to do in Atlanta. Halloween in Atlanta 2026. Boo at the Zoo is Atlanta’s favorite family Halloween festival! Wake the Komodo dragon, gila monster and hooded vultures! Boo at the Zoo is FREE for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission. During the last three weekends of October from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., enjoy trick or treating, plenty of photo opportunities, themed entertainment and activities, costumed characters, and so much more. Costumes are welcome; please take a moment to read over our rules. Boo at the Zoo is about creating special memories with the family, not necessarily to bring home the biggest haul of candy. Come for the candy but stay for the fun! This event is rain-or-shine; however, some activities may be delayed or canceled due to rain. NEW FOR 2026: We’re expanding to a fifth day of Boo at the Zoo this year, and guess what? We’ll be hosting Boo at the Zoo on Halloween!
Haunted Rooftop | Atlanta Halloween Party
Halloween Things to do in Atlanta. Join us on the Rose & Rye rooftop for the ultimate Buckhead Atlanta Halloween Party with wicked decor, top Atlanta DJs, and amazing views. VIP Nightlife & Atlanta Nightlife present … THE HAUNTED ROOFTOP HALLOWEEN PARTY Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM EDT Get ready for a spooktacular night of frights & fun at our Haunted Rooftop Halloween Party featuring... 2 DJs • 2 Areas of Music • Amazing Views ... There's no better time for you to bring out your alter ego with your favorite friends and head on up the Lift ... at Rosé & Rye atop Hotel Colee, Atlanta Buckhead (12th floor) • 3377 Peachtree Rd NE Halloween is creeping up!! Join us upstairs at Rosé & Rye in Buckhead, Atlanta, on October 31st for a spooktacular Halloween night of hauntingly good vibes. This will be a Halloween event you do not want to miss!! Starting at 9 PM, the ultra-luxe Rosé & Rye transforms into the ultimate rooftop Halloween bash—125 ft above Buckhead—with monster-size decor, two rooms of music with live DJ dancing, light-up party favors for all (while supplies last), and the most unforgettable party atmosphere. Step inside and sneak a peek ...
Halloween Afternoon Tea
Things to do for Halloween in Atlanta. Now open for bookings, the hotel’s annual Halloween Afternoon Tea offers a festive twist on the St. Regis tradition. Guests can join in Astor Court for a hauntingly beautiful afternoon of seasonal sweets, decadent savories, fine teas and champagne, with artful presentations inspired by the magic and mystery of Halloween. At $95 per person, the experience is now available to book for Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1 via OpenTable HERE.
Rum Punch Brunch: Eat. Sip. Chill.
Things to do in Atlanta. The Brunch Everyone is Talking About in Atlanta! The Best Rum Punch, Global Sounds, and Food Trucks. Returning for a historic 10th Season. Season X Begins — 10 Years of Culture. One Sunday at a Time. Rum Punch Brunch returns March 15th at Believe Music Hall. Every Sunday. For nearly a decade, Rum Punch Brunch has defined Caribbean culture in Atlanta. Now we enter Season X a celebration of ten years of music, movement, and unforgettable Sundays. This isn’t just brunch. It’s a cultural institution. From the moment you step inside Believe Music Hall, you enter a multi-level world of sound, flavor, and pure vibes.
Halloween Afternoon Tea
Things to do for Halloween in Atlanta. Now open for bookings, the hotel’s annual Halloween Afternoon Tea offers a festive twist on the St. Regis tradition. Guests can join in Astor Court for a hauntingly beautiful afternoon of seasonal sweets, decadent savories, fine teas and champagne, with artful presentations inspired by the magic and mystery of Halloween. At $95 per person, the experience is now available to book for Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1 via OpenTable HERE.
Monday, October 26, 2026
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October 26, 2026 -Haunted Tours
Haunted Tours
Explore the Fox Theatre's most chilling stories and legendary encounters on this 60-minute guided tour. Learn about the theatre's reported paranormal activity and discover the history behind some of its most enduring ghost stories. No actors. Just real stories, reported experiences, and a few things you may not be able to explain.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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October 27, 2026 -UNO Tournament Atlanta [free]
UNO Tournament Atlanta [free]
Hosted by Meka | @miss_mekad on Instagram Grab a seat and bring your best "draw four" energy. Twisted Tuesday is a free UNO tournament hitting Barrel Proof on Tuesday, September 15th from 6 to 9:30PM, with the tournament kicking off at 7:30PM, so arrive early to grab a drink (Happy Hour specials available), mingle, and lock in your spot at the table. Up to 32 players, quick bracket style rounds, and a fresh champion crowned by the end of the night. Winner walks away with a Barrel Proof gift card. Free to play, first come first served, come for the UNO, stay for the networking. **two hour parking validation available** Game Day Itinerary Video from last week’s tournament - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdbkAELukAP/?stkn=MWNmNnE5bmcxZ3F2dA==
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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October 28, 2026 -Soccer Jersey Ticket Offer – Hawks vs Heat
Soccer Jersey Ticket Offer – Hawks vs Heat
Enjoy a special sports crossover, with a Hawks soccer jersey! Grab the package below and receive a custom soccer jersey plus a ticket to select Hawks game(s).
Thursday, October 29, 2026
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October 29, 2026 -Haunted Tours
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October 29, 2026 -Healthcare Appreciation Ticket Offer – Hawks vs Cavaliers
Haunted Tours
Explore the Fox Theatre's most chilling stories and legendary encounters on this 60-minute guided tour. Learn about the theatre's reported paranormal activity and discover the history behind some of its most enduring ghost stories. No actors. Just real stories, reported experiences, and a few things you may not be able to explain.
Healthcare Appreciation Ticket Offer – Hawks vs Cavaliers
Are you a Healthcare Hero? Lock in this special offer and receive an exclusive Hawks bento box and a ticket to our Healthcare Heroes celebration!
Friday, October 30, 2026
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October 30, 2026 -SKIP DAY ATLANTA: SKIP-O-WEEN 10.30.26
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October 30, 2026 -SKIP DAY ATLANTA: SKIP-O-WEEN 10.30.26
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October 30, 2026 -Tarot Sessions: A Candlelit Tarot Ritual with Cocktails
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October 30, 2026 -A “Spooky” Pasta Making Workshop by Eventful
SKIP DAY ATLANTA: SKIP-O-WEEN 10.30.26
Halloween Things to do in Atlanta. Ditch the office, forget the classroom, and let go of your responsibilities for one unforgettable day! SKIP DAY ATLANTA: SKIP-O-WEEN FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026 • 12PM – 7PM Atlanta… Halloween lands on a Friday this year. You already know what that means. Skip-O-Ween is back. Costumes.Chaos.Day-party energy.And a dance floor full of people acting like they definitely don’t have work responsibilities waiting for them Monday.
SKIP DAY ATLANTA: SKIP-O-WEEN 10.30.26
Things to do in Atlanta for Halloween. Ditch the office, forget the classroom, and let go of your responsibilities for one unforgettable day! SKIP DAY ATLANTA: SKIP-O-WEEN FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026 • 12PM – 7PM Atlanta… Halloween lands on a Friday this year. You already know what that means. Skip-O-Ween is back. Costumes.Chaos.Day-party energy.And a dance floor full of people acting like they definitely don’t have work responsibilities waiting for them Monday.
Tarot Sessions: A Candlelit Tarot Ritual with Cocktails
Four tarot cards drawn live inside a contemporary sanctuary set along Atlanta's historic ancient pathways. Each card arrives with a cocktail matched to its meaning.
A “Spooky” Pasta Making Workshop by Eventful
Make fresh pasta from scratch at a Halloween-themed class in a Chamblee distillery.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
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October 31, 2026 -Haunted Tours
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October 31, 2026 -DAWGS vs GATORS — The Halloween Costume & Cocktail Party
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October 31, 2026 -Halloween at Painted Park Atlanta
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October 31, 2026 -Live From the Dead Halloween Party at Live!
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October 31, 2026 -Halloween Bash at Punch Bowl Social
Haunted Tours
Explore the Fox Theatre's most chilling stories and legendary encounters on this 60-minute guided tour. Learn about the theatre's reported paranormal activity and discover the history behind some of its most enduring ghost stories. No actors. Just real stories, reported experiences, and a few things you may not be able to explain.
DAWGS vs GATORS — The Halloween Costume & Cocktail Party
The Halloween Costume & Cocktail Party - Flvrs of New York - Dawgs vs Gators - Indoors at 4 Elements, Atlanta. Hosted by Jadakiss. 21+. Atlanta — Halloween night is moving INDOORS. York Promotions & Flavors of New York present DAWGS vs GATORS — The Halloween Costume & Cocktail Party at 4 Elements, 375 Luckie St NW, Atlanta. Saturday, October 31 · 12 PM–10 PM. Doors open at NOON — Early Bird Watch Party tickets ($25) get you in 12–3 PM for the pregame; first 200 GA are $45. THE GAME: Georgia Bulldogs vs Florida Gators on the screens — kickoff 3:30 PM. The Cocktail Party, Atlanta edition. THE PARTY: Atlanta's Halloween costume party. Costumes encouraged. Grown energy all night. HOSTED BY JADAKISS — Flavors of New York. Rain or shine — we are indoors. TICKETS: GA — the first 200 are $45, then $55. VIP TABLES — $400 reserves a table for 5 people (1 bottle minimum at the table). This is a 21+ event. Valid ID required.
Halloween at Painted Park Atlanta
SPOOKY SEASON IS UPON US! And I've got some great news: Halloween plans don't have to cost you a dime to get through the door. Painted Park is turning TWO this Saturday, October 31, and we're celebrating with a Halloween birthday bash that's FREE to attend! I am talking about live DJs, costume contests, prizes, cocktails, and plenty of reasons to stay out late. And as if Halloween couldn't get any better, daylight saving time is gifting us an extra hour that night. Even the clocks want one more round! Here's the rundown: So, grab your friends, dust off those costumes and come celebrate two years of Painted Park with us!
Live From the Dead Halloween Party at Live!
Live! From The Dead takes over this Halloween for the ultimate night of thrills, chills, and unforgettable entertainment. Step into a haunted world filled with eerie decor, live DJs, roaming performers and stilt walkers, mysterious fortune tellers, haunting photo moments, spooky surprises, wicked themed cocktails, and costume contests with killer prizes. This is a Halloween party you don’t want to miss! We’ll see you on the other side.
Halloween Bash at Punch Bowl Social
This is the one Halloween party you won’t want to miss. No tricks. Just a very good excuse to go out. Come dressed for Halloween and stick around for drinks, costume contests and a few more things we’re still keeping under wraps.
Sunday, November 1, 2026
No events on this day.