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HALLOWEEN IN ATLANTA: THE BIG BOO
Sinister creatures and haunting frights descend upon Atlanta during the month of October. The city’s scariest specters step up to host our unsuspecting visitors, but don’t worry. If frights aren’t your thing, there are plenty of family-friendly Halloween activities available to add to your itinerary.
BY LIESL MERKEL
Pumpkin Festival: Play by Day, Glow by Night
Enjoy family-friendly entertainment during the day. Then, glow by night with a parade, the world’s largest pumpkin light show and much more not-so-spooky fun.
Sept. 16-Oct. 29
Stone Mountain Park www.stonemountainpark.com
Fright Fest
Find the creepiest sights at night with haunted houses, nighttime coaster rides and plenty of scare zones. During the day, Kids Boo Fest will have family-friendly fun.
Sept. 16-Oct. 29
Six Flags Over Georgia www.sixflags.com
NETHERWORLD Haunted House
Two new haunts, PRIMORDIAL and CRYPTID CHAOS will terrorize only the bravest souls with unforgettable pulsepounding horror featuring Hollywoodquality special effects, cutting-edge theatrics, elaborate sets and nightmareinducing monsters lurking in the shadows.
Sept. 22 – Nov. 11
NETHERWORLD Haunted House www.fearworld.com
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Woodland Spirits
Encounter dozens of ghostly figures created by artist Laura Lewis hidden in the trails of WildWoods and Fernbank Forest.
Sept. 30-Nov. 5
Fernbank Museum of Natural History www.fernbankmuseum.org
Scarecrows in the Garden Come for Scarecrows in the Garden, where decorated scarecrows line the garden paths and the garden is decorated with autumnal scenes. Other special programming will be offered.
Oct. 6-31
Atlanta Botanical Garden www.atlantabg.org
“Dracula”
The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse presents “Dracula: The Failings of Men” in an action-horror re-imagining of
Bram Stoker’s classic work.
Oct. 7-31
Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse www.shakespearetavern.com
Capturing the Spirit of Oakland
These popular nighttime tours of the historic cemetery feature costumed docents leading tours through the beautifully lit Victorian gardens.
Oct. 19-31
Oakland Cemetery www.oaklandcemetery.com
Little Five Points Halloween
Festival and Parade
Come for two days of local flavor as Atlanta’s most eclectic neighborhood shows off more than 100 vendors showcasing their creepiest wares and the parade on Sunday - a true spectacle.
Oct. 21-22
Little Five Points neighborhood www.l5phalloween.com
Boo at the Zoo
This family-friendly Halloween festival includes sweet treats, activities and, of course, visiting with the adorable and intriguing residents.
Oct. 21-22, 28-29
Zoo Atlanta www.zooatlanta.org
The Nightmare Before Christmas: Live in Concert
Come for a screening of the Disney film with Tim Burton’s score performed live by Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.
Oct. 27-28
Atlanta Symphony Hall www.atlantasymphony.org
Sips Under the Sea – Halloween
This after-hours cocktail party features a costume contest, food, a DJ and exclusive access to the main galleries.
Oct. 27, 31
Georgia Aquarium www.georgiaaquarium.org
Some attractions offer Halloween events on select days during the printed time period. Please check online before venturing out. For a complete list of Halloween events, please scan this QR code.
Play by day as you enjoy family-friendly attractions and special fall entertainment featuring some of your favorite classic storybook characters! Then, glow by night in a whole new light with the World’s Largest Pumpkin Light Show featuring an all-new Drone Show plus plenty of not-so-spooky fun after the sun goes down!
Open select dates September 16 – October 29. Plan your visit and purchase tickets at stonemountainpark.com
