The City of East Point hosts Dia de los Muertos -- a traditional Day of the Dead festival -- on Sunday, November 3, 2024. The festival is FREE to attend. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. It takes place at City Hall, located at: 2757 East Point St. East … [Read more...] about Dia De Los Muertos — Day of the Dead Festival in East Point this Sunday
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FREE! Dia de los Muertos Festival at the Lawrenceville Arts Center on Saturday
It’s that time of the year again. Visit the Lawrenceville Arts Center to enjoy this wonderful cultural tradition full of color, music, food, and dance. The Day of the Dead Festival takes place on Saturday, November 2, 2024, beginning … [Read more...] about FREE! Dia de los Muertos Festival at the Lawrenceville Arts Center on Saturday
UPDATED! The best fall festivals & fairs around metro Atlanta in October & November
The best fall festivals in metro Atlanta in 2024 -- including state fairs, county fairs, carnivals, harvest celebrations, arts and music festivals, and more! Fall festival season in Atlanta kicks off around Labor Day Weekend, when it still … [Read more...] about UPDATED! The best fall festivals & fairs around metro Atlanta in October & November
Rescue Dog Games and Howl-O-Ween Party in Piedmont Park
The Rescue Dog Games returns to Piedmont Park in midtown Atlanta, on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is FREE. This is a festival for dogs and their humans. It shines a spotlight on the value of pet … [Read more...] about Rescue Dog Games and Howl-O-Ween Party in Piedmont Park
Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw and sample local restaurants’ offerings
Bring your appetite to the 2024 Taste of Kennesaw food festival! The event is happening in downtown Kennesaw on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is FREE. More than 40 different local restaurants will be on … [Read more...] about Bring your appetite to Taste of Kennesaw and sample local restaurants’ offerings
Dia de los Muertos festival in downtown Norcross on Nov. 2nd
Come to downtown Norcross to celebrate Dia de los Muertos on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The one-day festival is FREE to attend. The holiday is typically observed during the first two weeks of November. It's a time to celebrate ancestors and … [Read more...] about Dia de los Muertos festival in downtown Norcross on Nov. 2nd
Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at these metro Atlanta events
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a vibrant Mexican holiday celebrated from October 31 to November 2. This festive occasion is dedicated to honoring and remembering loved ones who have passed away. Unlike Halloween, which focuses on … [Read more...] about Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at these metro Atlanta events
Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival this weekend
The Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival is back for 2024! It takes place on November 2nd and 3rd, 2024. The festival puts a focus on local artists (from Atlanta and other parts of Georgia) and healthy food choices. It is FREE to attend, and dogs on … [Read more...] about Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival this weekend
Decatur Screen on the Square presents an outdoor showing of “The Grinch” on December 19th
Get ready for a reel good time on the square in downtown Decatur! The Screen on the Square Movie Series features family-friendly movies this summer. Save the dates, and plan to bring a blanket or chairs. There will be FREE popcorn, while supplies … [Read more...] about Decatur Screen on the Square presents an outdoor showing of “The Grinch” on December 19th
Avondale Estates hosts FREE Weekend Wind Down concert on Sunday
Avondale Estates will once again host its Weekend Wind Down concerts on the Town Green. These FREE concert events take place on select dates this year, and the schedule is below. Note that they are not all on second Sundays in 2024. Bring your own … [Read more...] about Avondale Estates hosts FREE Weekend Wind Down concert on Sunday
Day of the Dead Festival at Oakland Cemetery is a family-friendly event on Nov. 3rd
Come to historic Oakland Cemetery for its Day of the Dead Festival. Known in Spanish as Dia de los Muertos, the annual holiday honors the lives of family members who have passed away. The celebration at Oakland takes place on Sunday, November 3, … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Oakland Cemetery is a family-friendly event on Nov. 3rd
Atlanta Fair is in its last weekend at Old Turner Field
Atlanta Fair, at old Turner Field, is the city's only urban fair! Welcome back to the fair! The Atlanta Fair returns to Old Turner Field for its annual fall run. Of course, we'll keep you updated with all the ride deals and reduced … [Read more...] about Atlanta Fair is in its last weekend at Old Turner Field
Spooky adventures await: Visit these haunted houses in Metro Atlanta (if you dare!)
As Halloween approaches, Metro Atlanta becomes a playground for those seeking spine-tingling thrills and eerie adventures. From legendary haunted houses to ghostly tours, the city offers a variety of attractions that promise to deliver heart-pounding … [Read more...] about Spooky adventures await: Visit these haunted houses in Metro Atlanta (if you dare!)
13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to enjoy this fall
UPDATED for 2024! Ready for some fall fun? Check out this list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, petting zoos, jumping pillows, and spooky Halloween-themed attractions. These are all destinations and day trips to farms within a … [Read more...] about 13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to enjoy this fall
Things to do for Halloween in Atlanta: our huge list of spooky fun
What to do for Halloween in Atlanta? This is a list of Halloween activities, organized by date and appearing in chronological order. Of course, you can find these on our main calendar as well, but this listing cuts through the noise and lists only … [Read more...] about Things to do for Halloween in Atlanta: our huge list of spooky fun
Chuck E. Cheese’s Boo-tacular runs thru Halloween night
Chuck E. Cheese is bringing back its popular Halloween Boo-tacular celebration for 2024! According to the website, the special events and deals are happening at every location in the U.S. The Boo-tacular takes place from October 2nd to … [Read more...] about Chuck E. Cheese’s Boo-tacular runs thru Halloween night
RSVP now for the First Friday concert in Norcross at the Cultural Arts Center on Nov. 1st
First Friday concert series in Norcross On first Fridays from October through April, you can catch a FREE concert in Norcross. The concerts feature different types of music, including jazz, rhythm and blues, and funk. They take place from 7 to 9 … [Read more...] about RSVP now for the First Friday concert in Norcross at the Cultural Arts Center on Nov. 1st
Have some hauntingly good fun at a Little Five Points Ghost Tour, running now!
Have some spooky fun in Little Five Points this fall! The L5P Ghost tours begin on October 1st and run through November 2nd in 2024. This is a walking tour of about a mile in length. With storytelling stops, it lasts about 90 minutes. The … [Read more...] about Have some hauntingly good fun at a Little Five Points Ghost Tour, running now!
Take a scary stroll on the Lawrenceville Ghost Tour, happening all week!
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Lawrenceville is said to be metro Atlanta's oldest city. It's also said that modern renovations to the historic downtown area awakened sleeping ghosts and ushered in reports of paranormal activity. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, you'll … [Read more...] about Take a scary stroll on the Lawrenceville Ghost Tour, happening all week!
Avenue West Cobb hosts a FREE fall festival & trick-or-treating on Halloween, October 31st
Avenue West Cobb, an outdoor shopping center, is celebrating the year's spookiest season with their annual Fall Festival on Thursday, October 31, 2024 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The event is FREE to attend and is family-friendly. Kids can … [Read more...] about Avenue West Cobb hosts a FREE fall festival & trick-or-treating on Halloween, October 31st
See “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with live shadow cast at the Plaza Theatre
Let's do the Time Warp again... and again... and again... For those who don't know, that cult classic known as The Rocky Horror Picture Show plays every Friday night at the Plaza Theatre in midtown Atlanta -- with a live shadow cast. Shadow cast … [Read more...] about See “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with live shadow cast at the Plaza Theatre
Tunes by the Tracks: FREE live music on Friday night in Stone Mountain Village
Come to the business district of Stone Mountain Village for FREE concerts on Main Street! Tunes by the Tracks takes place every Friday night during the months of May, June, September, and October in 2024. The FREE music series features local … [Read more...] about Tunes by the Tracks: FREE live music on Friday night in Stone Mountain Village
The annual “Howl on the Green” Halloween celebration in Duluth
The city of Duluth is hosting its annual Halloween event, Howl on the Green, on Friday, October 25th, 2024. There will be food trucks, costume contests, live music, special activities, trick-or-treating opportunities, and plenty of … [Read more...] about The annual “Howl on the Green” Halloween celebration in Duluth
FREE “Groovin’ on the Square” concert this Friday at Colony Square
Colony Square is hosting FREE live musical performances in The Plaza, on the last Friday of each month from April to October in 2024. The events go from 6 to 8 p.m. and take place in The Plaza. In case of rain, concerts will be relocated to The … [Read more...] about FREE “Groovin’ on the Square” concert this Friday at Colony Square
Lights Over Alpharetta — a drive-thru or walk-thru light show spectacular at Ameris Bank Amphitheater
NOTE: This event is apparently not returning for 2024. We will update if we hear otherwise. Experience the magic of the holiday season at this enchanting holiday walking and drive-thru light display! Immerse yourself in a world of twinkling … [Read more...] about Lights Over Alpharetta — a drive-thru or walk-thru light show spectacular at Ameris Bank Amphitheater
The Johns Creek Diwali Festival returns this weekend
The Johns Creek Diwali Festival takes place over two days this year: Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th, 2024. This is greatly expanded from last year's festival, which was just a few hours in duration. This traditional … [Read more...] about The Johns Creek Diwali Festival returns this weekend
FREE! Halloween concert by the Alpharetta Youth Symphony
Get into the spooky spirit with a concert of mysterious melodies and ghoulish glissandos! The Alpharetta Youth Symphony hosts a FREE concert, tilted Magic, Myth, and Mayhem, on Sunday, October 27th. This concert tells heart-pounding stories from … [Read more...] about FREE! Halloween concert by the Alpharetta Youth Symphony
The Crafts & Drafts Festival in Smyrna features a beer garden, kids activities, live entertainment
The Smyrna Fall Jonquil Festival has been rebranded as the Smyrna Crafts and Drafts Festival -- which makes a lot of sense, because jonquils don't bloom in fall. The festival takes place on Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27, 2024. … [Read more...] about The Crafts & Drafts Festival in Smyrna features a beer garden, kids activities, live entertainment
The Georgia GetOutPass is on sale — experience 365 days of fun for under $50
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The Georgia GetOutPass is an app-based discount program that give you access to multiple attractions and venues for a one-time annual fee. It's the perfect way to explore activities around and outside Atlanta, and it makes a great gift. It's also … [Read more...] about The Georgia GetOutPass is on sale — experience 365 days of fun for under $50
Doggy Con: FREE to attend or $5 to register your pup for the costume contest
Who doesn't love a dog in costume? Doggy Con celebrates pup culture, just in time for Halloween. On Saturday, October 26, 2024, you and your four-legged bestie can get in on the Doggy Con fun. It takes place at Woodruff Park. Event hours are 10 … [Read more...] about Doggy Con: FREE to attend or $5 to register your pup for the costume contest
Alpharetta Art in the Park returns to Brooke Street Park this weekend, closing the season
Get your arts-and-crafts fix at Alpharetta Art in the Park. Admission is FREE. This outdoor artists market takes place on select weekends from April through October in 2024. The location is Brooke Street Park, located near the charming … [Read more...] about Alpharetta Art in the Park returns to Brooke Street Park this weekend, closing the season
Peachtree Corners summer concert series closes the season this Saturday
Peachtree Corners brings back both of its summer concert series for 2024. The concerts takes place on the Town Green and are FREE. Two summer concert series: ♦ The Night Music concerts take place on the second Saturday between May and … [Read more...] about Peachtree Corners summer concert series closes the season this Saturday
Visit the Tunnel of Terror haunted car wash in Marietta this weekend
Blue Penguin Car Wash presents its haunted experience, Tunnel of Terror, on Halloween weekend -- Friday, Oct. 25th and Saturday, Oct. 26th, 2024. From 8 to 10 p.m. on those two nights, you can ride thru this high-tech car wash, complete with scary … [Read more...] about Visit the Tunnel of Terror haunted car wash in Marietta this weekend
FREE: German Classic Car Show in downtown Norcross this Saturday, PLUS trick-or-treating at the shops
The Deutsche Klassic Car Show returns to Norcross this Saturday, October 26th, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is FREE to attend, and will take place in downtown Norcross. According to a Facebook post, there are over 250 show cars now … [Read more...] about FREE: German Classic Car Show in downtown Norcross this Saturday, PLUS trick-or-treating at the shops
Dinner and a Boo-vie, with a film double feature and trick-or-treating in Suwanee’s Town Center
Dinner and a Boovie takes place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, in Suwanee's Town Center. Come in costume! The events are FREE to attend. The festivities go from 5 to 10 p.m. There will be inflatables and games for the kids, along with food … [Read more...] about Dinner and a Boo-vie, with a film double feature and trick-or-treating in Suwanee’s Town Center
FREE Haunted Trail Hike at Henderson Park in Tucker on Friday
The 2024 Haunted Trail Hike takes place at Henderson Park on Friday, October 25th between 4 and 7 p.m. Note that no one will be allowed to enter the trail after 6:3o p.m., for safety reasons, so you can finish before dark. The event … [Read more...] about FREE Haunted Trail Hike at Henderson Park in Tucker on Friday
Dunwoody hosts Truck-or-Treat at Brook Run Park: food trucks + Halloween candy for kids
Dunwoody Food Truck Thursdays is back for 2024, but is moving to a monthly schedule -- it won't happen every week this summer. However, the organizers are promising more food trucks and more variety at each event. As always, the location is Brook … [Read more...] about Dunwoody hosts Truck-or-Treat at Brook Run Park: food trucks + Halloween candy for kids
Live from Woodruff Park: a weekly concert series on Thursday evenings
Live from Woodruff Park offers free weekly music performances featuring local talent. The event series is family-friendly and open to all ages. Picnic baskets, blankets, and chairs are welcome and encouraged. The concerts take place from 4:30 … [Read more...] about Live from Woodruff Park: a weekly concert series on Thursday evenings
Reserve your ticket for these Haunted Tours in Duluth — just $5 per person!
Get ready for a spine-tingling adventure in Downtown Duluth! Haunted Tours take place on two Saturdays this month: October 19th and October 26th. There are several tours each evening, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. The tours depart every 15 … [Read more...] about Reserve your ticket for these Haunted Tours in Duluth — just $5 per person!
The Cumming Greek Festival opens on Friday, runs thru Sunday
The Cumming Greek Festival is back for 2024! It takes place over three days, from Friday, Oct. 18th thru Sunday, Oct. 20th. Admission and parking are FREE. This is said to be the largest ethnic community celebration in Forsyth County. Come out … [Read more...] about The Cumming Greek Festival opens on Friday, runs thru Sunday
