List: Halloween events happening around metro Atlanta

Halloween events in NCFL The public is invited to embrace the spirit of Halloween at several events happening this weekend around metro Atlanta. (MGN)

By Jennifer Lifsey

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The public is invited to embrace the spirit of Halloween at several events happening this weekend around metro Atlanta.

  • PARKS Fall Festival of Fun
    • Drive-thru-style event, costumes, goodie bags for every child
    • Saturday, Oct. 28
    • 4-10 p.m.
    • Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta
    • The event is free, but those interested in going are asked to register in advance here.
  • Cobb County Police Department’s first Trunk-or-Treat
    • Enjoy fun Halloween decorations and candy with first responders.
    • Saturday, Oct. 28
    • Noon - 4 p.m.
    • CCPD headquarters: 545 Fairground Street, Marietta
    • Free event
  • Home Depot Backyard’s 6th Annual Fall-O-Ween Celebration
    • Friday, Oct. 27 – Movie Night, 6-10 p.m.
    • Saturday, Oct. 28 – Festival, 2-6 p.m.
    • More info
  • Halloween Spectacular and the Music of Fleetwood Mac for Kids
    • Sunday, Oct. 29
    • Doors open at 11 a.m., Show at 12 p.m.
    • The Garden Club at Wild Heaven Beer - West End: 1010 White St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
    • Tickets
  • Halloween Hikes at Chattahoochee Nature Center
    • Don your costumes and enjoy a variety of games, crafts, music, and culinary delights. The firepit area will host concessions, providing a cozy space for families to refuel while enjoying the atmosphere. Each evening will feature a food truck near the pavilion. For the adults, a cocktail bar will be offered.
    • Oct. 27, 28, 29
    • Chattahoochee Nature Center: 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell, GA 30075
    • Tickets and more info
  • DeKalb County Police Department’s Police Athletic League’s 2nd Annual PAL Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk
  • Something’s Brewing at The Works
    • Spooky, fun-filled Halloween event best suited for ghouls and goblins ages 3-13, but guests of all ages are welcome. There will be candy stations, crafts, entertainment and more.
    • Saturday, Oct. 28
    • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
    • The Works (The Makers Building): 1295 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
    • Tickets
  • Trunk or Treat
    • Bring a bag for candy and dress up.
    • Sunday, Oct. 29
    • 4-6 p.m.
    • Episcopal Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul: 1795 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30062
  • Michael Shapiro’s Frankenstein - The Movie Opera
    • Making its East Coast debut with The Atlanta Opera. As a tie-in to Halloween, audience members are encouraged to come in costume.
    • Saturday, Oct. 28
    • Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre: 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339
    • Tickets
  • Halcyon’s 4th Annual Halloween Celebration
    • Alongsidetreats, attendees will be able to enjoy a variety of exciting activities, including meeting and grooming farm animals, face painting, balloon twisting, caricatures, dog adoptions with FurKids, and meet-and-greets with beloved characters like Barbie and Spiderman.
    • Saturday, Oct. 28
    • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
    • Halcyon: 505 Lakeland Plaza #302 Cumming, Georgia 30040
    • Tickets
  • Chimp or Treat
    • A family-friendly event where children (and adults) can come trick or treat while touring the chimpanzee sanctuary.
    • Saturday, Oct. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 29
    • 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
    • Project Chimps: Morganton, GA
    • Tickets
  • Spooktacular Halloween Weekend: Flicks and Tricks at Central Plaza
    • REEL Friday at Trilith Movie Series: Trick or Treat Scooby Doo!, Friday, Oct. 27, 7 p.m.
    • 240 Trilith Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Spooktacular Halloween Weekend Fun Family Activities - Event Schedule:
    • Trilith Trick or Treat Extravaganza, Saturday, Oct. 28, 3:30 p.m.
    • 3:30 p.m. - Kickoff: UGA/FL Game
    • 3:30 p.m. – pre-carved pumpkin contest submission drop-off (through 6:30 p.m.)
    • 4 p.m. – Trick or Treating starts (Be sure to bring a bucket or bag)
    • 5:15 p.m. - People Costume Contest (Ages 0-5)
    • 5:30 p.m. - People Costume Contest (Ages 6-11) 6 p.m. – Pet Parade and Costume Contest (Both begin at Pet Wants store)
    • 6:30 p.m. - People Costume Contest (Ages 12-18)
    • 6:45 p.m. - People Costume Contest (Ages 19+)
    • 7 p.m. - Pumpkin Carving Contest winner announced
    • 240 Trilith Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214
    • Register for contests and parade
  • Six Flags 2023 Fright Fest
    • Select nights through Oct. 29
    • Six Flags Over Georgia: 275 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA 30168
    • Tickets and more info

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