Oakland Cemetery

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Call: (404) 549-8932 or visit 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.
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Sunday November 9, 2025 02:00 PM EST
Oakland Cemetery Cost: $8
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.
Join us for a presentation by Ren and Helen Davis, longtime Oakland Cemetery volunteers and co-authors of travel and history books, including Atlanta's Oakland Cemetery: An Illustrated History and Guide, on their newest book, Land of Everlasting Hills. Show your ticket in the Oakland Store for $10 o... [click here for more]
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Saturday November 15, 2025 11:00 AM EST
Oakland Cemetery Cost: $11
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Join us for a presentation by author Ann Hite on her newest book, I Am a Georgia Girl, a biography of Lucille Frank, buried at Oakland Cemetery. A Jewish Grounds walking tour will follow this discussion on the cemetery grounds. Show your ticket to receive 10% off a copy of I Am a Georgia Girl in t... [click here for more]
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Friday December 5, 2025 05:00 PM EST
Oakland Cemetery Cost: Free+
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Join us for Holiday Spirit at Oakland, a free two-day celebration featuring a community tree lighting on Friday evening, a holiday market, photos with Santa, live music, holiday guided tours, and family-friendly activities. [click here for more]
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Thursday October 16, 2025 05:00 PM EDT
Oakland Cemetery Cost: $45
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Some stories refuse to rest. History, theatre, and the thrill of Halloween converge at the Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours, which are designed to enlighten rather than frighten. As the sun sets over Atlanta, the past is illuminated by lantern light. Follow the footsteps of costumed... [click here for more]
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Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Oakland Cemetery Cost: Free
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Celebrate the season with activities and photo ops for the whole family!

This free, two-day, family-friendly fall festival celebrates the season with a variety of autumn and Halloween activities for everyone:

Purchase pumpkins perfect for your fall decor - you'll find a variety of types and size... [click here for more]
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Saturday September 27, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Oakland Cemetery Cost: Prices vary; reservations are required for entry to the Fall Plant Sale from 9 AM - 1 PM.
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Join us for our Fall Plant Sale on Saturday, September 27 from 9 AM - 3 PM. Shop a curated selection of perennials, houseplants, annuals, trees, shrubs, edibles, and more! All proceeds from the Fall Plant Sale support the growth and maintenance of Oakland’s gardens. We are incredibly grateful for ... [click here for more]
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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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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 ... [click here for more]
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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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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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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... [click here for more]
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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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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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374 M.L.K. Jr Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 549-8932

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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