Halloween in Atlanta

Halloween in Atlanta brings together people seeking haunted houses, costume parties, spooky attractions, and frighteningly fun costume-themed bar nights, along with traditional, neighborhood trick-or-treating and other and family-friendly fun throughout the city. Whether you're looking for scares, nightlife, or activities for kids, this guide is your main hub for Halloween in Atlanta.

What Is Halloween?

With roots in ancient Celtic traditions, Halloween and has evolved into a widely-celebrated event marked by costumes, jack-o-lanterns, skeletons, and other totems of the macabre. In Atlanta, ypour Halloween may be a community event, a fall festival, a neighborhood parade or haunted attractions and nightlife celebrations.

Featured Halloween Events in Atlanta

These are some of the key Halloween events and anchor attractions to check out this year.

L5P Halloween Parade 2026

10/17/2026 12:00 PM

The Star Community Bar

SAVE THE DATE for 2026 Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade.

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More Halloween Events

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The Phantom A.D. at Star Community Bar

10/02/2026 8:00 PM

The Star Community Bar

Horrorween Tour 2026

THE PHANTOM A.D. - delivers an electrifying spectacle, seamlessly blending Surf, Garage, and Rockabilly with the frenzied, forbidden fun of classic horror movies.

GENKI GENKI PANIC - backwoods du...

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Buford Trail of Terror

10/02/2026 8:00 PM

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

After a two-year hiatus, the Buford Trail of Terror is back and more bloodcurdling than ever with a new address along the shores of Lake Lanier. From its new location at 7650 Lanier Islands Parkway, the haunted house SLA...

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Buford Trail of Terror

10/03/2026 8:00 PM

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

After a two-year hiatus, the Buford Trail of Terror is back and more bloodcurdling than ever with a new address along the shores of Lake Lanier. From its new location at 7650 Lanier Islands Parkway, the haunted house SLA...

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Halloween Experience - Artisan Resource Center: Grand Reopening

10/09/2026 7:30 PM

Out of Box Theatre

From the twisted mind of The Wedded Youngs, comes Artisan Resource Center: Grand Reopening - a haunting one-hour immersive experience featuring music, mystery, and unexpected surprises. 

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Buford Trail of Terror

10/09/2026 8:00 PM

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Categories: Haunted House After a two-year hiatus, the Buford Trail of Terror is back and more bloodcurdling than ever with a new address along the shores of Lake Lanier. From its new location at 7650 Lanier Islands Park...

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Halloweentown Market: Shop Spooky Handmade Art and More!

10/10/2026 4:00 PM

East Atlanta Village Farmers Market

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! Grab your costumes and come hang out with us at the EAV Marketplace for local arts, handmade goods, fun treats, and more!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! Grab your costumes and come hang out with us at the EAV Ma...

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L5P Halloween Parade 2026

10/17/2026 12:00 PM

The Star Community Bar

SAVE THE DATE for 2026 Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade.

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L5P Halloween Parade

10/17/2026 12:00 PM

The Star Community Bar

L5P Halloween Festival

12pm

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L5P Halloween Parade

10/18/2026 1:00 PM

The Star Community Bar

SAVE THE DATE!

Parade at 1pm, Live bands after parade, DJ inside!

1pm!!!!

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Coca-Cola Film Series: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920)

10/20/2026 8:00 PM

Fox Theatre

Celebrate the Halloween season with the 1920 silent horror classic Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, starring the legendary John Barrymore. The film comes to life with a live accompaniment on our Mighty Mo organ, performed by Ken...

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Coca-Cola Film Series: The Ring in Concert

10/21/2026 8:00 PM

Fox Theatre

The Ring in Concert brings one of the most influential horror films of the 21st Century to life with its haunting score performed live to picture. Featuring Hans Zimmer's chilling original score performed by the Georgia ...

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Monster Mash Market: Spooky Tricks and Handmade Tricks

10/24/2026 11:00 AM

Harmony Park

Come shop local with us at Harmony Park! Featuring local makers with handmade goods, arts, crafts, vintage finds, home decor, self care treats and more.

MAKER’S MARKET : Over twenty local vendors!

Don’t miss our TEEN...

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Michael Jackson’s Thriller Live – A Halloween Special

10/29/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

City Winery Atlanta and PureSoul presents Michael Jackson’s Thriller Live – A Halloween Special live on October 29th at 8pm.

Celebrate Halloween with an electrifying tribute to one of the most iconic albums of all time...

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Haunted Fest Atlanta at Park Tavern

10/30/2026 1:00 PM

Park Tavern

Park Tavern serves as the VIP home for Haunted Fest Atlanta over Halloween weekend. The two-day experience includes locally curated DJ lineups, premium stage viewing, official afterparties both nights and full bar access...

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Pick-A-Sweet at Agnes Scott College

10/30/2026 3:00 PM

Agnes Scott College

The Agnes Scott and Decatur community will come together to enjoy tables with candy from various student organizations and departments, a bounce house , arts and crafts, and a costume contest! The event is free and open ...

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Midtown Halloween Block Party 2026

10/30/2026 6:00 PM

Colony Square

Atlanta’s Largest Halloween Party takes over Midtown! Get ready for a night of spine-tingling thrills, eerie chills, and nonstop revelry. Step into a world of fantasy and mischief as 2,000+ costumed partygoers take over ...

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Disney's Hocus Pocus in Concert

10/30/2026 7:30 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will present Disney’s Hocus Pocus in Concert Live to Film with John Debney’s score performed live by the orchestra along to the film. The concert will be led by conductor Stuart Chafetz.

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Daft Disko Halloween at Vinyl

10/30/2026 9:00 PM

Vinyl

Daft Disko Halloween

A HALLOWEEN party inspired by the music of:

Daft Punk ⋅ Stardust ⋅ Breakbot ⋅ Justice ⋅ Cassius ⋅ Uffie ⋅ Giorgio Moroder ⋅ Chic ⋅ Yuksek ⋅ Modjo ⋅ Phoenix ⋅ Mr. Oizo ⋅ Modjo ⋅ Purple Disco Machine ⋅...

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Rescue Dog Games

10/31/2026 11:00 AM

Peachtree Corners Town Green

Celebrate Halloween with your four-legged BFF at Rescue Dog Games! This free, family-friendly dog festival features Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contests at noon, Lure Chase, Trick or Treat, photo opportunities, silly-or-not-...

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Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic: University of Georgia vs. University of Florida

10/31/2026 3:30 PM

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Don’t miss the fierce rivalry as UGA takes on Florida in college football’s thrilling matchup! Experience the passion and competition as these two powerhouse teams clash for bragging rights.

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Pinto Sunshine at Avon Theater presents Pintoween III

10/31/2026 8:00 PM

Avon Theater

Doors 7pm

XX TBA- 8pm
XX TBA- 9pm
XX TBA 10pm
Pinto Sunshine 11pm
Pintoween is the signature, high-energy Halloween concert event hosted annually by the Atlanta indie rock band Pinto Sunshine

Pinto Sunshine is an Atlanta...

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Why Halloween Matters

Halloween offers a chance to celebrate creativity, community, and seasonal tradition. In Atlanta, the holiday stretches across the month with events that can be playful, eerie, family-friendly, or full-on terrifying.

Past Coverage and Related Reading

For archived coverage, older roundups, and supporting Halloween material, see our wiki archive page: halloween events.

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