ATLANTA — Here is a look at some of the upcoming events in the Atlanta area.
With rain expected to fall in the Atlanta area this weekend, it’s advised to double-check the status of an event before heading there.
Oct. 9
Hapeville Fall Gallery Crawl (DATE CHANGE TO FRIDAY NIGHT DUE TO WEATHER)
Downtown businesses are transformed into pop-up gallery spaces showcasing the work of local and regional artists, inviting visitors to explore art in unexpected places!
October Movie Night on the Green
Phipps Plaza’s outdoor movie series continues through October, bringing families, friends and film lovers together on The Green for entertainment under the stars. The movie “GOAT” is planned for the 9th.
Atlanta Fair (Opening pushed back to Oct. 11)
The Atlanta Fair returns from Oct. 9 through Nov. 8 with two new rides, Fireball and The Jumping Jumbos. The fair will take place at 688 Central Ave. SW across from Georgia State Stadium. Returning rides include the Expo Wheel, Nemesis 360, Time Warp, bumper cars, the Himalaya and Orient Express.
Oct. 10
Free concert with Brantley Gilbert
Head to Buford for a free concert on the lawn from country superstar Brantley Gilbert! Gates open at 5:30PM and the concert begins at 7PM.
Carbonaro Effect’s Michael Carbonaro Wonderboy
Michael Carbonaro, star of The Carbonaro Effect, blends quick-witted comedy with mind-blowing illusions in a live show filled with audience participation. After two hit national tours, he returns with his newest adventure, Michael Carbonaro: WONDERBOY, where audiences discover him as the Hero of Mischief. Bringing wonder, laughter, and magic to the stage — reality doesn’t stand a chance.
McDonough BBQ & Bluegrass Festival (POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER)
The festival will feature Sweet Auburn Barbecue, Terminus City Barbecue, Dhaba BBQ and NO Sauce Smokehouse, each bringing their own style and menu to the table. Guests will get to try them all before voting for a People’s Choice favorite, with live bluegrass from Dusty Roads, local vendors and family-friendly activities throughout the afternoon.
Oct. 10-11
Chalktoberfest is an annual fall festival hosted by the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art, bringing professional chalk artists from around the world to Marietta Square to create large-scale works of art on the streets. The free, family-friendly festival also features live music, vendors, food trucks, children’s activities and an amateur chalk competition, with a Craft Beer Festival taking place Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.
A free weekend of art, food and family-friendly fun returns to historic Olmsted Linear Park
Oct. 15
One Night Only, explore 25+ of Midtown’s most talked-about restaurants – under one roof at the Epicurean Atlanta Hotel. Discover your next favorite cocktail, find a new destination date-night spot, and meet the chefs while supporting Atlanta’s thriving restaurant scene.
Oct. 16
Dress up in costumes and bring the whole family for an evening of chills and thrills at this free-to-attend festival. Enjoy a DJ, Trick-or-Treating through Market Village, Spooky Scenes, and decorations throughout the downtown area.
Oct. 17
A beloved North Georgia tradition for the last 10 autumns, Sheila Fest family music festival returns to the event lawn at Traditions of Braselton. In addition to a day filled with music, craft and food vendors, and an ultimate Kids Zone, this annual event raises thousands of dollars to benefit local charities.
HarvestFest and Scarecrows in The Square
The festival includes the HarvestFest Arts & Crafts Show, Touch-A-Truck, Scarecrows In The Square, Costume Contest, Pie Eating Contest presented by Pie Bar, and Halloween Happenings kids’ festival. The festival is sure to please the whole family!
Oct. 17-18
OktoberFEAST blends authentic Bavarian traditions with Southern hospitality. Guests can enjoy live entertainment, including performances by fan-favorite The Swinging Bavarians, a variety of family-friendly activities, and an expanded selection of German-inspired food and beverages.
Oct. 23
The Southern Museum invites guests 21 and older to enjoy soft drinks, beer and a signature cocktail while experiencing ghost stories on a tour of the museum, a spooky movie in the theater and a costume contest. 1885 Grill in Kennesaw will provide food, while Reformation Brewery will provide beer and spirits.
Oct. 24
Come out to Logan Farm Park for a spooky good time! This year’s Halloween fun will take place on the large field in front of the playground. There will be games, food, music, and lots of fun! Get the whole family dressed up, as there will also be a costume contest for the kids!
Oct. 30
Dress up for a night of fantasy and mischief for Midtown Halloween Block Party.
Oct. 31
Step into a haunted world filled with eerie decor, live DJs, roaming performers and stilt walkers, mysterious fortune tellers, haunting photo moments, spooky surprises, wicked themed cocktails, and costume contests with killer prizes. This is a Halloween party you don’t want to miss!
Enjoy free admission to 10+ Virginia Highland establishments (no cover charges), complimentary shots, exclusive food & drink specials, food trucks, DJ’s & live music. $500 Costume Contest!
Join 2000+ on a wild & crazy Halloween-themed bar crawl on Saturday, October 31st!
Halloween Party at Roaring Social Alpharetta
This Halloween, step into a night of mystery, music, and mayhem at Roaring Social Alpharetta. The night kicks off with live music from Band X from 8 PM–11 PM, followed by DJ Blaze from 11 PM- 2 AM, setting the stage for a Halloween celebration filled with dancing, drinks, and plenty of mischief. Sip on seasonal cocktail specials crafted just for the occasion, and come dressed to make an entrance.
Halloween Party at Roaring Social Decatur
This Halloween, step into a night of mystery, music, and mayhem at Roaring Social Decatur. Our underground social club will transform into a hauntingly unforgettable hideaway filled with eerie energy, themed cocktails, and thrilling entertainment.
Celebrate Halloween at Lingering Shade with fall cocktails, appetizers + a free doggie biscuit with a cocktail purchase!
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The wait is over! Netherworld Haunted House opens its milestone 30th Season of screams with two all-new haunted experiences, CURSE OF THE COLLECTOR and BEYOND OBLIVION: LEGACY OF EVIL.
For everyone who has ever loved a toy! Step behind the curtain and into the magical world of The Toy Factory Experience, a brand-new immersive experience making its global premiere at Pullman Yards! Created for the young and young at heart, The Toy Factory Experience transforms Atlanta’s historic industrial landmark into a world filled with playful characters, exciting adventures, interactive games, immersive environments, and plenty of surprises. Explore the secrets of the factory, let your imagination run wild and even build a toy of your own!
Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival
Play by Day and Glow by Night as you enjoy one of Atlanta’s best Fall activities. Experience family-friendly park attractions and special fall entertainment featuring favorite classic storybook characters!
Fright Fest at Six Flags
With pulse-pounding scares, innovative thrills, and scintillating shows, Six Flags Over Georgia leaves no tomb unearthed, no crypt unrattled, and no fear untouched.
Head to Acworth to celebrate Halloween.
After years in the shadows… the screams return. Trail of Terror is officially BACK for Fall 2026 — bigger, darker, and in an all-new location. Enjoy a full bar, excellent food, live music every night, and VIP booths available for purchase…only at the Buford Trail of Terror!
For thousands of years, gold has inspired empires, toppled kings, fueled obsession, and shaped the course of civilizations. AU Room transforms that timeless fascination into an unforgettable live theatrical experience. Aerial artists soar overhead while contemporary dancers bring ancient myths and forgotten civilizations to life. Powerful music, breathtaking choreography, and cinematic LED visuals surround every scene, revealing gold as a symbol of beauty, power, temptation, and transcendence.
Now - Nov. 1
Beat The Bomb, the world’s first immersive social video game company features an all-new edition of Haunted Mission, its limited-time Halloween experience. This year’s Haunted Mission is entirely new, with five original Halloween games created exclusively for the experience and a Red Slime Bomb finale. Teams of two to six players will navigate through dark rooms, past ghosts, and around a graveyard’s worth of obstacles before facing The Bomb.
Atlanta’s favorite fall tradition returns with colorful community creations by local schools, families, artists, businesses and nonprofits. In celebration of the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s 50th Anniversary, they’re going even bigger this year with a new, invitation-only category: Supersized Scarecrows. These larger-than-life scarecrows will take over the new Great Lawn Garden, reaching heights up to 12’ tall.
Now - Oct. 24
Hairspray at the Lawrenceville Arts Center
It’s packed with 1960s costumes, big hair, high-energy dance numbers, and a local Georgia cast.
Now-Oct. 11
Marietta’s Theatre in the Square proudly presents Ragtime, the sweeping Tony Award-winning musical that celebrates the pursuit of the American Dream while exploring the challenges that shaped a nation.
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