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Halloween Events in Atlanta

Halloween events and costumes in Atlanta

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TRICK OR TREAT: COSTUMES, PARTIES, AND SPOOKY EVENTS ACROSS ATLANTA.


2026 Halloween Events



Looking for Halloween events in Atlanta? Browse costume parties, haunted houses, bar crawls, family-friendly events, and spooky things to do across the city.

Halloween in Atlanta is one of the biggest party weekends of the year, with events ranging from massive nightlife parties and themed bar crawls to haunted attractions, festivals, and neighborhood trick-or-treating. Whether you’re looking for a night out or something family-friendly, there are events happening across the metro area all October long.

This page highlights upcoming Halloween events in Atlanta, with listings that update as the holiday approaches. Events are listed by date below and expand as venues and organizers finalize their Halloween schedules in September and October.

Looking for a full guide? View our Halloween in Atlanta guide.

Major Halloween Celebrations in Atlanta


Some of Atlanta’s biggest Halloween traditions return each year, drawing crowds across the city. While details are typically announced in early fall, these major events will appear in the listings below once confirmed:

  • Little Five Points Halloween Festival & Parade
  • Netherworld Haunted House and other haunted attractions
  • Halloween bar crawls and nightlife parties in Midtown, Buckhead, and Downtown
  • Costume parties at clubs, venues, and rooftop bars
  • Family-friendly fall festivals and community trick-or-treat events

Halloween Events in Atlanta

Event listings begin appearing in September and continue through October as Halloween approaches.

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Atlanta Film Festival 2026 (Day Nine)

Friday May 1, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 12:00 PM
Atlanta Area Theaters Cost: $240+ for all access, see individual events for specific pricing
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Festivals
Daily Atlanta Film Festival programming including screenings, shorts blocks, and special events. [click here for more]
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Honoring May Day: A Teach-In On Atlanta Labor History

Friday May 1, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 12:00 PM
Charis Books & More Cost: Free w/donation of $5 requested
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
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Honoring May Day: A Teach-In on Atlanta Labor History This is an in-person only event, which takes place at Charis Books and More. It is free to attend and no registration is required. Please read the in-person event guidelines at the bottom of this page to be sure you can participate... [click here for more]
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Drop-In Garden Tours

Friday May 1, 2026 01:30 PM EDT 05/01/2026 1:30 PM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden Admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Nature/Outdoors
Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.

Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.

Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]
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Mike Mauldin Art Show — Opening Reception at Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery

Friday May 1, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 5:00 PM
Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Opening reception for the Mike Mauldin Art Show at Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery. [click here for more]
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Future Ready Festival

Friday May 1, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 5:00 PM
Tri-Cities High School Cost: Free+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
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Future Ready Fest 2026 is a free, family-friendly festival hosted by PlantLanta at Paul D. West Middle School. Join us for an evening of live music, STEM activities, cooking demos, student showcases, food trucks, local vendors, and hands-on experiences for all ages. This first-ever festival brings... [click here for more]
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Chef & Winemaker Dinner Series: a Taste of Spring - Available 5:30 PM - 9 PM at City Winery Atlanta

Friday May 1, 2026 05:30 PM EDT 05/01/2026 5:30 PM
City Winery Atlanta Cost: Sold Out
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Food and Drink::Dining/Tasting Events
Click 'More Information' on the right to make your reservation for one of these four seatings:

5:30pm

6:30pm

7:30pm

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8:00pm

Celebrate the flavors of the season at our Chef & Winemaker Dinner: A Taste of Spring. This four-course dining experience focuses on fresh, vibrant ingredients t... [click here for more]
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George Lopez at City Winery Atlanta (rescheduled from JANUARY 23)

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
City Winery Atlanta Cost: $60.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music
RESCHEDULED FROM FRIDAY, JANUARY 23

City Winery Atlanta presents George Lopez live on May 1st at 6pm, part of a four show series! See all shows here (opens in a new tab) .

Get ready for an unforgettable night of sharp wit, cultural insight, and big laughs when George Lopez brings his iconic come... [click here for more]
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Mother Son Dance at City Springs

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
City Springs Cost: $40-$200
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Dance, Community::Family
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the City’s sixth annual Mother-Son Dance! This event is for participants age K-5. Attire is business casual to semi-formal. [click here for more]
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High Frequency Friday at the High Museum

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
High Museum of Art Cost: $10+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nightlife::DJ, Nightlife, Arts::Visual Arts
Set out on a musical journey with the city’s most popular DJs. Explore the museum’s special exhibitions and collections. Grab a drink and meet new friends for an unforgettable night of music and art. [click here for more]
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Solidarity Forever: PB&TAT w/ Quarter Life Crisis Center & Four Flat Tires at Waller's Coffee Shop

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
Waller's Coffee Shop Cost: $10 PWYC
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music
Folk punk concert [click here for more]
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FUNdamental Fridays

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
Spruill Center for the Arts Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts, Arts::Visual Arts, Community
Spend an evening of painting & drawing at Spruill! Bring and work on your own 2D art project during Spruill’s free FUNdamental Friday event. This is not an instructor-led event, but rather an opportunity to work independently alongside other community members. Light refreshments will be available!... [click here for more]
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AvantBeetle's Protest Games Showcase at The Supermarket

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
The Supermarket Cost: Prices start from: $0
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nightlife::Gaming, Community
AvantBeetle’s Protest Games Showcase is an experimental event featuring interactive games, performance art, and politically themed creative works. The showcase highlights innovative, socially engaged projects in a collaborative live setting. [click here for more]
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Community Music Performance At The Battery Atlanta

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
The Battery Atlanta Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music, Free Events
Get ready to once again celebrate local jazz talent, with inspiring performances from middle school and high school ensembles throughout the season. Each event offers a relaxed, family-friendly way to enjoy live music while supporting young musicians in our community. Bring a blanket, grab a snack, ... [click here for more]
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SCAD FASHION Senior Showcase in Atlanta

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
SCADshow Cost: Free with RSVP
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nightlife::Fashion
See graduating designers have their moment at SCAD FASHION Senior Showcase in Atlanta. Experience SCAD design talent like never before at this senior students showcase, displaying the full cycle of their genius collections to the public, as a prelude to the SCAD FASHION runway show. The top-ranked... [click here for more]
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Reiser Lab Round 11 Festival: THREADS

Friday May 1, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:00 PM
Alliance Theatre Cost: Free – RSVP Requested
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Theater
Alliance Theatre presents Threads, one of three free, final presentations during the Reiser Atlanta Artists Lab Round 11 Festival. [click here for more]

Free Throw

Friday May 1, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:30 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $37 - $$111+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Concerts
Since forming in 2012, FREE THROW’s story has been simple: keep going. New records, longer tours, bigger rooms – it’s always been another step upward for the Nashville-based quintet, whose 2014 debut, Those Days Are Gone, has become an era-defining classic in the emo-punk genre, launching them onto ... [click here for more]
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Free Throw at The Masquerade

Friday May 1, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 05/01/2026 6:30 PM
The Masquerade Cost: $37+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Concerts
Featuring: Free Throw
Since forming in 2012, FREE THROW’s story has been simple: keep going. New records, longer tours, bigger rooms – it’s always been another step upward for the Nashville-based quintet, whose 2014 debut, Those Days Are Gone, has become an era-defining classic in the emo-punk genre, launching them onto ... [click here for more]

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