10 things to do in Atlanta this weekend
Looking for the hottest things to do in Atlanta this weekend? Whether you’re ready to dive into epic festivals, savor the city’s best food, or party all night, we’ve got you covered! From concerts to family-friendly fun and Halloween pop-ups, these top 10 events will guarantee you experience the best of ATL!
Midtown Halloween Block Party
Stop by one of Atlanta’s biggest Halloween events for a night of live music, $500 costume content, complimentary shots, food and drink specials, and entry to over 35 bars, restaurants and clubs.
Location: Midtown Atlanta - 1197 Peachtree St NE; Date: October 25; Time: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Admission: $25; Website: bigtickets.com
Sips Under the Sea Halloween Party: Part I
This event offers a unique and immersive Halloween experience at the Georgia Aquarium. This adults-only event features themed cocktails, live DJ performances, and access to several exhibits.
Location: Downtown Atlanta - 225 Baker St NW; Date: October 25; Time: 7-10 p.m.; Admission: 56.99 (Member); $61.99 (Non-Member); Website: georgiaaquarium.org
Benteen Park Fall Fest
This isn’t just your average neighborhood event; it’s an all-out bash packed with live music, mouthwatering eats from local food trucks, and vibrant artisan markets. Families can enjoy pumpkin decorating and face painting, while friends vibe out and indulge in good food.
Location: Southeast Atlanta - 1410 Cassanova St SE; Date: October 26; Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: benteenparkfallfest.com
Halloween in the Highland
This is the ultimate spooky showdown in Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland, and this year, it’s bigger and wilder than ever! Watch the streets come alive with the most outrageous costumes, killer beats from top DJs, and bars overflowing with themed cocktails. From electrifying costume contests to a haunted bar crawl, this is the Halloween party you’ll be talking about all year.
Location: Virginia-Highland - 841 North Highland Avenue NE; Date: October 26; Time: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Admission: $25; Website: bigtickets.com
Haunted Trunk-or-Treat
This isn’t your typical candy grab — this event features a haunted house, kids workshop, face painting, bounce houses, surprise giveaways and so much more! There is something truly for everyone.
Location: Marietta - 1395 South Marietta Pkwy SE Bldg 200 Suite 203; Date: October 26; Time: noon to 4 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: eventbrite.com
Buckhead Creepy Crawl
The Buckhead Creepy Crawl is bringing the ultimate Halloween party experience to the city’s nightlife scene! Get ready to haunt Buckhead’s hottest bars and clubs with your wildest costumes, while enjoying eerie drink specials, live DJ sets, and a nonstop party vibe.
Location: Buckhead - 3223 Cains Hill Pl NW; Date: October 26; Time: 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Admission: $20; Website: bigtickets.com
ONE Musicfest
ONE Musicfest is the can’t-miss music event of the year, where the biggest names in hip-hop, R&B, and soul come together for an unforgettable weekend! It’s the perfect place for music lovers to vibe to iconic performances from chart-topping legends and rising stars.
Location: Downtown Atlanta - 400 Merritts Ave NE; Date: October 26-27; Time: noon to 11 p.m. (Saturday); noon to 10 p.m. (Sunday); Admission: $129; Website: onemusicfest.com
Jazz in the Park ATL
Get ready to feel the vibes at Jazz in the Park ATL! This event is the ultimate Sunday vibe, with live jazz performances from Atlanta’s top musicians. Bring your friends, bring the family, and vibe out to the rhythm of the city.
Location: Old Fourth Ward - 680 Dallas St NE; Date: October 26-27; Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: jazzintheparkatl.com
CompassionCon
Designed to bring people together in the spirit of empathy, kindness, and positive action, CompassionCon unites community leaders, changemakers, and everyday individuals for an inspiring weekend of workshops, talks, and activities focused on spreading compassion in our world.
Location: Decatur - 500 S Columbia Dr; Date: October 27; Time: 1-5 p.m.; Admission: Free; Website: compassioncon.org
Halloween Kids Chocolate Making Event
Get ready for the sweetest Halloween ever at Chamberlain’s Chocolate Factory! This isn’t just any Halloween activity—it’s a hands-on, chocolate-filled adventure where kids become little chocolatiers, crafting spooky treats.
Location: Roswell -1575 Old Alabama Rd #205; Date: October 27; Time: 1-3 p.m.; Admission: $20; Website: chamberlainschocolate.com
