Oakland Cemetery
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(404) 688-2107
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www.oaklandcemetery.com
Atlanta's most historic and picturesque cemetery holds the remains of Margaret Mitchell, Bobby Jones, once-enslaved individuals, and nearly 7,000 Confederate soldiers.
Juneteenth Family Festival at Oakland Cemetery
Saturday June 14, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: Free
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Categories: Juneteenth, Family Festival
We will kick things off with the family programming portion of the festival from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, featuring educational activities to explore African American history at Oakland, programming from Oakland’s Education team, and Kuumba Storytellers.
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illumine at Oakland Cemetery
Thursday April 17, 2025 07:30 PM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: $15-$85
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As the sun sets, Oakland Cemetery is transformed. Through innovative lighting and art installations by local artists, interactive experiences, and live music, Illumine 2025 will light up the shadows of the night.
This year, we’re excited to partner with Atlanta gallery and studio Cat Eye Creative ...
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18th Annual Run Like Hell 5k at Oakland Cemetery
Saturday April 5, 2025 05:00 PM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: $40
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Join Historic Oakland Foundation for the 18th Annual Run Like Hell 5k!
The largest cemetery run in the country, Run Like Hell is one of Atlanta's favorite neighborhood 5k fundraisers, with all proceeds going towards the restoration and preservation of historic Oakland Cemetery.
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Spring to Life Family Festival
Saturday April 5, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: Free
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Celebrate spring's arrival in Atlanta at Oakland Cemetery's Spring to Life Family Festival!
Join us for the free Spring to Life Family Festival on April 5, and enjoy wildlife demonstrations, a plant sale, food trucks, family yoga, interactive kids activities, gardens tours, and more!
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Oakland Spring Plant Sale
Saturday April 5, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: Free
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Historic Oakland Cemetery’s Magnolia Square will be brimming with seasonal blooms during Oakland’s annual Spring Plant Sale on Saturday, April 5.
The Spring Plant Sale is free and open to the public. Peruse a wide selection of unique, hard-to-find plants and flowers from 9 AM to 2 PM and walk home...
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Love Stories of Oakland Tour
Friday February 14, 2025 04:00 PM EST
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: $16
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Love never dies at Oakland Cemetery! Grab your love for a unique outdoor date at Oakland Cemetery.
Enjoy a walk through Oakland’s Victorian garden cemetery as we recount the loves of Atlantans of days past.
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Historic Jewish Atlanta Walking Tour
Sunday September 22, 2024 10:15 AM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: $18
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Join us for a walking tour of the Historic Oakland Cemetery
SEPT 22 | Meet at 10 Tour 10:15- 11:30 a.m.
$18 for members | $25 for non-members | No Refunds Space is limited registration is required. Meet inside the main gate on Oakland Ave. SE (where MLK Jr. Dr. SE ends) - MAP
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Elevate Life - Yoga at Oakland Cemetery
Thursday September 5, 2024 06:30 PM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: $20-$25
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Elevate Life: Eternal Tranquility with Restorative Yoga
Embark on a unique journey of serenity and introspection as we gather amidst the peaceful ambiance of the Oakland Cemetery for a restorative mind and body experience. Surrounded by the stillness of nature, our class invites you to delve deep ...
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Historic Jewish Atlanta Tours - Oakland Cemetery
Sunday April 28, 2024 10:00 AM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: $18
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Judiasm, Other Arts and Culture
Experience History at its source!
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We Shall Overcome: African American Stories From Civil War To Civil Rights
Sunday November 6, 2022 10:30 PM EST
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: Free
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Capturing The Spirit Of Oakland 2022
Friday October 28, 2022 10:00 PM EDT
Oakland Cemetery
Cost: $30 – $150
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Designed to enlighten rather than frighten, Capturing the Spirit of Oakland tours bring to life the stories of some of Oakland's residents.
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Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours are a favorite autumn tradition in Atlanta, selling out every year in July. The event ret... [click here for more]
Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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Oakland Cemetery, Atlanta, 248 Oakland Ave. S.E.