Halloween Events in Atlanta
🎃 City Guide · GA · 2026 Season
Looking for Halloween events in Atlanta? We’ve rounded up 25 verified Halloween events across Atlanta for the 2026 season — haunted houses, parties, pumpkin patches, parades, and family fun, each with dates, tickets, and directions.
Top Halloween Events in Atlanta for 2026
Haunted House
Atlanta Fear Festival
21+ ONLY TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Atlanta with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Haunted House
Atlanta Ghosts: Hauntings, Ghouls, and Phantoms
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Atlanta's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Movie Night
Atlanta Halloween Horror Movie Fest
ALL AGES TICKETED
Outdoor Halloween movie night in Atlanta — classics under the stars.
Halloween Party
Atlanta HorrorFest
21+ ONLY TICKETED
The Halloween night-out in Atlanta: themed party, costume contest, full bar.
Halloween Party
Atlanta's Biggest FREE Halloween Party 2026
21+ ONLY TICKETED
Atlanta's biggest Halloween party — costumes, DJs, and dancing till late.
Zoo Event
Boo at the Zoo
FAMILY FRIENDLY TICKETED
A magical family Halloween night at the zoo — candy, lights, and animals.
Parade
Brick-or-Treat Monster Party
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Free Halloween parade through Atlanta — floats, bands, and epic costumes.
Family Event
Candy Crawl on North Highland Ave
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Atlanta perfect for little ones.
Family Event
Dinosaur Trick-or-Treat at Fernbank
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
Kid-safe Halloween fun in Atlanta — costumes, candy, and games, zero scares.
Día de los Muertos
Día de Muertos at Oakland Cemetery
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Honor and celebrate at Atlanta's Day of the Dead festival, free and open to all.
Día de los Muertos
Día de los Muertos at the Children's Museum of Atlanta
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
A vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration in Atlanta — ofrendas, music, and marigolds.
Halloween Event
EAV-O-Ween
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Atlanta's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Halloween Event
Fright Night at Fernbank Museum
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Atlanta — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Haunted House
Haunted Casino: Halloween on the Roof
21+ ONLY TICKETED
Atlanta's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Haunted House
Haunted Hunt at Oakland Cemetery
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Atlanta with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Haunted House
Haunted Seas After Hours
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Atlanta's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Haunted House
Haunted Seas at Georgia Aquarium
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Atlanta with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Haunted House
Haunted Underground: A Haunted Bar Experience
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Atlanta's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Parade
Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Free Halloween parade through Atlanta — floats, bands, and epic costumes.
Halloween Party
Midtown Halloween Block Party 2026
21+ ONLY TICKETED
The Halloween night-out in Atlanta: themed party, costume contest, full bar.
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch at Oakland Cemetery
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Atlanta.
Halloween Event
Scarecrows in the Garden
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Atlanta's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Día de los Muertos
Sunday FUNday: Día de los Muertos at the Michael C. Carlos Museum
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
A vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration in Atlanta — ofrendas, music, and marigolds.
Family Event
Trick-or-Treat at the Children's Museum of Atlanta
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Atlanta perfect for little ones.
Market
Trick-or-Treat on the Roof at Ponce City Market
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Shop local makers for Halloween goods, costumes, and decor in Atlanta.
💡 Local Tips for Halloween in Atlanta
🎃 🎃 Book haunts on weeknights — Friday and Saturday crowds in Atlanta are intense; Sunday–Thursday means shorter lines and often cheaper tickets.
🎃 🎃 Check dates before you drive — most Atlanta Halloween events run select nights only; confirm the 2026 schedule on the event page first.
🎃 🎃 Layer up — October evenings in Atlanta cool off fast; a jacket over your costume beats shivering in line.
🎃 🎃 Plan parking early — popular Atlanta venues fill their lots by 8 PM on October weekends; rideshare or arrive early.
❓ Atlanta Halloween FAQ
What are the best Halloween events in Atlanta for 2026?
The top picks for 2026 include Atlanta Fear Festival, Atlanta Ghosts: Hauntings, Ghouls, and Phantoms, Atlanta Halloween Horror Movie Fest. Browse the full list above — every event includes dates, tickets, and directions.
When is trick-or-treat in Atlanta in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and most Atlanta neighborhoods trick-or-treat that evening, roughly 6–9 PM. Check your city's official page for any local guidance.
Where can I find Atlanta Halloween events near me?
Right here — this guide lists 25 verified Halloween events across Atlanta for the 2026 season, each with full details, updated as organizers announce schedules.
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