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40+ Trick-or-Treat (and Trunk-or-Treat) events in Atlanta & suburbs

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Are you looking for Trick-or-Treat (or Trunk-or-Treat) events in the greater Atlanta area? Here are a bunch of them, starting around October 15th and running all through Halloween night. If you’d rather bring your kids to an organized event, … [Read more...] about 40+ Trick-or-Treat (and Trunk-or-Treat) events in Atlanta & suburbs

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

FREE: Trunk-or-Treat Fall Festival at Cobb Vineyard Church in Kennesaw on Halloween

It's time for the annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival! Families throughout the community are invited to trick or treat through a maze of decorated vehicles in the parking lot of Cobb Vineyard Church. The event is FREE. Come in costume and bring a … [Read more...] about FREE: Trunk-or-Treat Fall Festival at Cobb Vineyard Church in Kennesaw on Halloween

FREE! Bring the kids to the Candy Crawl in Virginia-Highland on Oct. 30th

The Candy Crawl takes place on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. Kids can dress up in their scariest or funniest Halloween costumes and go trick-or-treating at the businesses along North Highland Avenue. More info here Check out our … [Read more...] about FREE! Bring the kids to the Candy Crawl in Virginia-Highland on Oct. 30th

Dekalb Police host Trunk-or-Treat on Halloween night in Decatur; all residents invited!

The DeKalb County Police Department is hosting its 4th Annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 31, 2024. This FREE event will be held in the Kroger parking lot at 2385 Wesley Chapel Road in Decatur. Hours are 6 to 8 p.m. During the event, there will be … [Read more...] about Dekalb Police host Trunk-or-Treat on Halloween night in Decatur; all residents invited!

Fall Fun: Where to find hundreds of FREE pumpkin-carving stencils online

Want to know the secret to amazing carved pumpkins? It's all about the stencils. When you have a pattern, you can create more interesting Jack-o-lantern faces, and even carve things like bats, witches, or ghouls. Check out this list of sources for … [Read more...] about Fall Fun: Where to find hundreds of FREE pumpkin-carving stencils online

IHOP: Kids get a FREE scary face pancake all this week

For the rest of October, leading up to Halloween, kids 12 and under can receive a FREE Scary Face Pancake, at participating IHOP restaurants. The offer is for dine-in only, when you purchase an adult entree. You can redeem it at a participating … [Read more...] about IHOP: Kids get a FREE scary face pancake all this week

The East Point Halloween Festival promises frightful fun for families on October 31st

The City of East Points holds its 10th annual Halloween Festival on Thursday, October 31, 2024 from 5 to 8 p.m. on the grounds of City Hall. Families are invited to enjoy food, candy, games, and a Halloween costume contest for kids (with … [Read more...] about The East Point Halloween Festival promises frightful fun for families on October 31st

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

Munchkin Masquerade: Come for trick-or-treating on the Newnan Square on Halloween morning

From 10 a.m. to noon on Halloween day, October 31, 2024, downtown merchants will pass out treats on the historic Newnan Square. The event is FREE to attend. Costumes are always welcomed and encouraged. This event typically hosts a crowd of … [Read more...] about Munchkin Masquerade: Come for trick-or-treating on the Newnan Square on Halloween morning

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 Kids’ Candy Crawl & Halloween Fun in downtown Kennesaw

Get ready for a spooktacular evening in Downtown Kennesaw on Friday, October 25, 2024. Start your adventure with Trick-or-Treating from 4:30 to 6:00 PM as the kids collect sweet treats from local merchants. Then, head over to Depot Park from … [Read more...] about FREE Kids’ Candy Crawl & Halloween Fun in downtown Kennesaw

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

Gwinnett Stripers host Flick or Treat at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville this weekend

The Gwinnett Stripers will host Flick or Treat on Saturday, October 26, 2024.  The Halloween-themed event takes place at Coolray Field, in Lawrenceville. This family-friendly outing includes trick-or-treating on the concourse from 3 p.m. to 4 … [Read more...] about Gwinnett Stripers host Flick or Treat at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville this weekend

Great Wolf Lodge — SAVE BIG on day passes and overnight stays at the LaGrange location

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If you’d like to make your kids very happy, you could take them to Great Wolf Lodge, which features an indoor water park, with comfortably heated water. An offer from Groupon lets you choose overnight accommodations from a number of different types … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge — SAVE BIG on day passes and overnight stays at the LaGrange location

Decatur’s Haints & Saints Halloween Parade is this Sunday

This year, Decatur's Halloween-themed parade includes a Day of the Dead theme! The parade takes place on Sunday, October 27th, 2024. It steps off from Decatur Cemetery, located at 229 Bell Street, at 6 p.m., and works its way to the Square, … [Read more...] about Decatur’s Haints & Saints Halloween Parade is this Sunday

FREE Jack O’Lantern Jamboree & “Hocus Pocus” screening in Canton on Oct. 27th

Come to Canton for the Jack O'Lantern Jamboree on October 27th, 2024! The event has FREE admission. It takes place at the Mill on Etowah from 2 to 9 p.m. Some activities have a fee. Highlights Include: -Dress up in your best Halloween attire … [Read more...] about FREE Jack O’Lantern Jamboree & “Hocus Pocus” screening in Canton on Oct. 27th

Trunk-or-Treat event at the Johns Creek police station this Wednesday

This is the 8th Annual Trunk-or-Treat event at the Johns Creek Police Department. It is an expanded event this year, with food trucks on site and Halloween-themed activities. It takes place on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It … [Read more...] about Trunk-or-Treat event at the Johns Creek police station this Wednesday

Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays closes the season this week

Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays is back for the 2024 season! This year, it is a monthly (rather than weekly) event, taking place on the fourth Wednesday of each month, from April through October. The location is the north end of Blackburn Park, … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Food Truck Wednesdays closes the season this week

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

FREE at Avalon: Little Acorns playtime fun for preschoolers on Tuesday

Bring your pre-school aged tots to Little Acorns for FREE playtime fun in the Avalon Plaza. Weekly surprises will range from face painting to storytellers, as well as visits from favorite characters and more. Note that this is an outdoor event, so … [Read more...] about FREE at Avalon: Little Acorns playtime fun for preschoolers on Tuesday

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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

The Georgia Apple Festival is running now — plus pick-your-own orchards to visit

It may be too early for colored leaves, but there's another reason to head to the north Georgia mountains -- it's apple picking time! The town of Ellijay in Gilmer County is the center of Georgia’s apple-growing region – it produces 600,000 … [Read more...] about The Georgia Apple Festival is running now — plus pick-your-own orchards to visit

FREE HalloweenFest at the Bogan Park Rec Center in Buford on Oct. 19th

  WHEN Saturday October 19, 2024 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM WHERE Bogan Park Community Recreation Center  2723 N Bogan Rd NE Buford, GA 30519 WHAT Halloween Fest Have fun on the trick-or-treat trail and enjoy music, food trucks, … [Read more...] about FREE HalloweenFest at the Bogan Park Rec Center in Buford on Oct. 19th

Fall-0-Ween Fest in Kennesaw: candy trail, costume contest, outdoor movie, games, more

The annual Fall-O-Ween Festival takes place at Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 from 3 to 7 p.m., with a FREE outdoor movie following immediately. Admission is FREE. Kids and adults are encouraged to come in … [Read more...] about Fall-0-Ween Fest in Kennesaw: candy trail, costume contest, outdoor movie, games, more

Acworth’s annual Halloween JamBOOree is this Saturday

Come out to Logan Farm Park for a spooky good time! The 2024 Acworth Halloween JamBOOree will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be games, rides, food, music, and lots of fun. Wear your costumes! … [Read more...] about Acworth’s annual Halloween JamBOOree is this Saturday

Carvin’ in Crabapple: Bring a pumpkin to decorate, plus a Trunk-or-Treat festival

  The city of Milton is hosting Halloween festivities on Saturday, October 19, 2024 -- including a pumpkin decorating event and Trunk-or-Treat for the kids. From 4 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 19th, you can bring your own pumpkin to the Broadwell … [Read more...] about Carvin’ in Crabapple: Bring a pumpkin to decorate, plus a Trunk-or-Treat festival

FREE: Halloween Boo Bash at Wills Park in Alpharetta this Saturday

This FREE family-friendly event takes place on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 5 to 8 p.m. The whole family is invited to come in costume. Kids can enjoy face painting, carnival games, a dance party, and more. The location is the lawn outside … [Read more...] about FREE: Halloween Boo Bash at Wills Park in Alpharetta this Saturday

FREE! Fairies in the Garden at Woodlands Garden in Decatur, open every day

Woodlands Garden in Decatur is hosting the 11th annual Fairies in the Garden exhibit. It is FREE to attend, and runs from October 5th to 19th, 2024. On opening day, October 5th, there is a special celebration -- see the details below! The … [Read more...] about FREE! Fairies in the Garden at Woodlands Garden in Decatur, open every day

Trunk-or-Treat at Honeysuckle Park in Doraville

The city of Doraville is hosting a FREE trunk-or-treat event at Honeysuckle Park. It takes place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from noon to 3 p.m. and is FREE to attend. The event includes face painting, a magic show, and treats. Candy will … [Read more...] about Trunk-or-Treat at Honeysuckle Park in Doraville

FREE: Peachtree City Fall Festival & Family Movie Night this Friday

Celebrate the autumn season and have some spooky fun at the Peachtree City Fall Festival. The 2024 edition of this family-friendly event features games, food, costume contests, a movie, and more. It is FREE to attend.  Bring your chairs and … [Read more...] about FREE: Peachtree City Fall Festival & Family Movie Night this Friday

FREE! Cobb Fall Festival of Fun is a family-friendly Halloween experience

Cobb Parks hosts the Fall Festival of Fun on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 5 to 9 p.m. It comes with FREE admission, free parking, and free activities. The event provides children with a safe alternative to trick-or-treating in dark … [Read more...] about FREE! Cobb Fall Festival of Fun is a family-friendly Halloween experience

The Shorty Spookfest carnival takes place at Shorty Howell Park in Duluth

Shorty Spookfest takes place in Duluth on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 1 to 5 p.m. It is FREE to attend. Come for carnival games, candy, vendors, concessions, kids zone and a costume contest. More info The location is the baseball fields at … [Read more...] about The Shorty Spookfest carnival takes place at Shorty Howell Park in Duluth

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