Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade

The Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade is one of Atlanta’s most recognizable fall traditions, filling the neighborhood each year with costumed crowds, live music, artists, and an over-the-top parade that fits Little Five Points’ proudly eccentric identity. Long celebrated as one of the Southeast’s standout Halloween events, the festival blends creative spectacle, neighborhood culture, and community fundraising into a full weekend experience.

Current Year Update

The next Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. each day. The official site lists the parade at 1 p.m. on Sunday and promotes the festival as a two-day event with 100-plus art vendors, live music, skate ramps, and more.

What to Expect

The festival combines a large Halloween parade with a weekend of live music, artist vendors, costume-heavy crowds, and immersive neighborhood programming. The official event page also highlights ghost tours, a monster sticker hunt, and live music staged at locations including the Little 5 Points Community Center, Euclid Yard, and Star Bar.

Location

The festival takes place throughout Little Five Points in Atlanta, with activity spread across the commercial district and surrounding public spaces. The artist market is listed on Euclid Avenue, and the parade runs on Moreland Avenue, helping turn the whole district into a walkable Halloween destination.

Hours or Schedule Highlights

For 2026, the festival runs noon to 7 p.m. on both days, with the parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. The official site also highlights the artist market, ghost tours, live music, and neighborhood attractions scheduled across the weekend.

Admission and Policies

The official festival page presents the event as a neighborhood-wide public celebration. Visitors should expect very heavy crowds and limited parking, so transit, rideshare, and walking are often the easiest ways to navigate the area. Check the official website closer to the festival weekend for final route details, access information, and updated event policies.

Why It Matters

More than a themed street party, the Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade is a defining neighborhood tradition that reflects the district’s independent spirit and creative culture. The event also spotlights local businesses, artists, performers, and community groups while reinforcing Little Five Points’ identity as one of Atlanta’s most distinctive cultural districts.

Visit the official Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade website for updates.