Halloween Activities Near Atlanta
The Georgia whitewater rafting season may have officially come to a close, but with Halloween just around the corner, the Atlanta area still has plenty to do. Whether you’re looking for some of the most intense thrills in the country, or you’re trying to find some age-appropriate Halloween fun for the kids, Atlanta has plenty to offer!
Little 5 Points Halloween Festival and Parade
Beginning at noon on October 17, 2015, Little 5 Points Halloween Festival and Parade will be serving up Halloween entertainment in downtown Atlanta. For 15 years, this has been one of the best Halloween parades and festivals in the Southeast. More than 35,000 people of all ages attend this event, which features entertainment, artist market vendors and food vendors, each year. This is definitely one you don’t want to miss!
Stone Mountain Park Pumpkin Festival
Head outside of the city to Stone Mountain to enjoy the Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park. This event is a favorite among kids and parents alike and provides the perfect opportunity to take in the sights and smells of autumn. Check out this festival now through October 25, 2015 to enjoy fun-filled games, spooky shows and much more.
Netherword Haunted House
Recently named 2015’s #5 Haunted House in American by Hauntworld, Netherworld Haunted House in Atlanta is the total package. This terrifying attraction features live actors and amazing special effects that are sure to give you nightmares. Open every night in October, this haunted house, which has also been featured on The Travel Channel, is not for the faint of heart.
Oakland Cemetery
Located less than a mile from downtown Atlanta, the historic Oakland Cemetery is the final resting place for many of the original settlers of the city. From October 23 through October 31, 2015, the gates stay open after dark for Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween Tours led by costumed “ghosts” of Atlanta’s past.
The Sleepy Hollow Experience at Serenbe Playhouse
Now through November 1, 2015 on Wednesday through Friday evenings, visit the Serenbe Playhouse in Palmetto, Georgia to come face to face with Ichabod, Katrina and Brom Bones. Named one of the top five Halloween experiences in the country, The Sleepy Hollow Experience is an after-dark performance in the woods. This immersive show is like nothing you’ve ever experienced before.
With cooler temperatures and breathtaking foliage, autumn in Atlanta is simply spectacular. Whether you’re in the mood for hair-raising thrills, or you’d just like to enjoy the splendor of fall with your family, Atlanta is the perfect destination.
