Ultimate Guide to Atlanta’s Best Halloween Experiences
Last Updated October 7, 2025
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Welcome to Atlanta, where the city comes alive with spine-tingling spectacles and thrilling adventures. Whether you want to sip spooky spirits, walk along pumpkin-filled pathways with the family or dress to impress at some of the city’s horror-filled happenings, the A has something for everyone. Check the list below for all things Halloween in Atlanta.
Haunting Pop-Up Bars
Amore e Amore
Who said you can’t enjoy authentic Italian cuisine while sitting amidst Halloween decor? Amore E Amore is decked out for Halloween with spine-tingling decorations to go with delicious food worthy of any hungry witch.
Where: 467 North Highland Ave. NE
The Wicked Pig
Embark on your Halloween journey at this ghoulishly grand pop-up bar in Buckhead. For Halloween, The Blind Pig Parlour has transformed into The Wicked Pig where you can eat, drink and be all things scary. Indulge in themed cocktails while sinking your fangs into light bites at this Halloween gem.
Where: 128 East Andrews Drive NW
Thrills and Chills
Little 5 Points Ghost Tours
Walk the streets where restless spirits haunt while hearing tales from the sinister side of Atlanta. Clairvoyant tour guides lead brave souls on a mile-long journey through the neighborhood’s eerie landmarks.
Where: Findley Plaza
Oakland Cemetery
Chill with the spirits at Oakland Cemetery. Meant to enlighten rather than frighten, the Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween Tours is the perfect experience to learn about some of the cemetery’s most notable residents after dark.
Where: 248 Oakland Ave. SE
NETHERWORLD Haunted House
From Sept. 19 to Nov. 8, take on the terror of this notable haunted house as it has just been voted as USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. Experience pulse-pounding scares with top-tier special effects and professional theatrics that will surely leave a mark on your mind.
Where: 1313 Netherworld Way, Stone Mountain
Family Fun and Frights
Boo at the Zoo
As one of Atlanta’s favorite family Halloween festivals, Boo at the Zoo is a fun way to enjoy themed entertainment among costumed characters, trick or treating and engaging activities. You can’t forget about the picture-perfect zoo animals.
Where: 800 Cherokee Ave. SE
Pumpkin Patch at Oakland Cemetery
On Oct. 4 and 5, guests can visit Oakland’s North Public Grounds for the annual Pumpkin Patch Festival. Celebrate the season at this family-friendly event while enjoying Fall activities and photo ops for everyone. From costume contests, pumpkin picking and spooky games, the options are endless!
Where: 374 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SE
Fright Fest at Six Flags Over Georgia
Whether you enjoy the thrills by day or the fright by night, the Six Flags Fright Fest is a one-stop shop for Halloween. Experience kid-friendly fun at the Kids Book Fest during the day or stay through the night as the scare factor turns up — if you dare.
Where: 275 Riverside Parkway, Austell
Scarecrows in the Garden
As one of Atlanta’s favorite fall traditions, you can head to Atlanta Botanical Garden and see colorful creations from the community. Businesses, individuals, schools and organizations come together to create unique scarecrows that decorate the garden. Visitors can vote for their favorite scarecrow for a chance to win a Family Membership.
Where: 1345 Piedmont Ave .NE
Trick-or-Treat on the Roof
Grab the kids and costumes and mingle with other little ghouls and goblins while gathering treats on the Ponce City Market Rooftop. Play boardwalk games with kids before or after showing off their creativity in the costume parades throughout the day.
Where: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE
Little 5 Points Halloween Parade
Put on your wackiest outfit and attend the Little 5 Points’ annual neighborhood festival. Returning on Oct. 18 and 19, you can gather the family for live music and several vendors selling art, vintage finds and delicious treats.
Where: 1179 Euclid Ave. NE
Fun for Adults
Midtown Halloween Block Party
On Oct. 25 and 26, enjoy a night of fantasy and fright at one of Atlanta’s most loved Halloween celebrations. Ages 21 and older can gather in the heart of Midtown and bar hop to and from 35+ participating bars and restaurants to enjoy spooktacular drinks and food specials until 2 am.
Where: 1197 Peachtree St. NE
Once you’ve experienced all the Halloween fun in Atlanta, keep the seasonal fun going with this Ultimate Guide to Fall in Atlanta.
Aubree Dumas is a writer, content producer, and digital storyteller passionate about solo travel, food, and culture. She is a video production creator for Discover Atlanta, where she develops cinematic content and feature stories that spotlight the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, hidden gems, and rich cultural experiences. With a background in performing arts and digital media, Aubree brings a creative and immersive lens to every story she tells.
Originally Published August 20, 2024
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