Redan Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

Stone Mountain Park's Pumpkin Festival offers daytime family activities including entertainment, character meet-and-greets, and park attractions. At night, the park features lights, jack-o'-lanterns, a Pumpkin Drone & Light Show, a parade with fireworks, and a Pumpkin Tree Lighting ceremony.

Candler Park Fall Fest 2026 marks its 25th anniversary as a free, two-day Atlanta tradition. The neighborhood becomes a hub with live music, an artist market, and food and drink. Activities include the Tour of Homes and a 5K &...

Now in its 54th year, the Lilburn Daze festival takes place in Lilburn City Park. This one-day event features arts and crafts, food trucks, and children's activities including games, inflatables, and a train ride.

The Virginia Highland Candy Crawl is a trick-or-treating event along North Highland Avenue. The event includes storefront decorations, a block party, and a pumpkin-smashing tent.

Scarecrows in the Garden at the Atlanta Botanical Garden displays scarecrow installations from local families, schools, businesses, and community groups. Supersized scarecrows celebrate the Garden's 50th Anniversary.

Goblins in the Garden at the Atlanta Botanical Garden offers Halloween activities for families, including a Goblins Runway, fall-themed activities, music, pumpkin decorating, and the 'Scarecrows in the Garden' display.

Woodlands Garden presents its 14th annual 'Fairies in the Garden' celebration. This free exhibit features dozens of fairy houses crafted by Skyland Trail artists from natural materials, hidden throughout the eight-acre forest.

Plaza Fiesta hosts a Halloween – Día de los Muertos celebration for families, featuring candy, costume contests, and live music.

Brook Run Park hosts its annual Truck or Treat event with food trucks, live entertainment, and trick-or-treating opportunities.

An indoor fall pop-up event called 'Under the Autumn Sky' in Stonecrest features shopping, community engagement, live music by DJ DK1, and food vendors. Explore products from local entrepreneurs and artisans.

A Mad Hatter's Tea Party takes place at Wylde Center Oakhurst Garden. This Wonderland-inspired event includes curated teas, sweet and savory treats, and surprises. Hats are recommended.

Celebrate the release of 'Princess in Black and the Trick or Treating Trouble' with authors Shannon Hale and Dean Hale, and illustrator LeUyen Pham. This Halloween Extravaganza includes a book signing, a costume contest, and a pumpkin decorating contest. Attendees...

Fernbank Museum's Dinosaur Trick-or-Treat offers themed treat stations, crafts, and activities for families. Costumes are encouraged for a chance to win prizes.

The Halloweentown Market features local artisans selling handmade goods, including art, crafts, candles, soaps, and vintage finds. A DIY craft zone and a live DJ are part of the market. All ages and dogs on leashes are welcome.

First Alliance Church in Atlanta hosts a Fall Festival after its 11 AM worship service. Attendees can enjoy food, games including an obstacle course and field goal kick, and bouncy houses.

The Atlanta Botanical Garden hosts a fall-themed weekend with activities for children.

The Great Pumpkin-Carving Festival in Atlanta features amateur carvers competing for prizes, with attendees voting for their favorites. The Garden is decorated with scarecrows and gourds, offering photo opportunities.

The Children's Museum of Atlanta hosts Trick-Or-Treat at the Museum, offering a candy trail, crafts, a DJ, and a costume parade. It is a Halloween event for children and caregivers.

Fall Fest 2026 with 4-H is held at the Atlanta History Center. The event includes seasonal garden activities, Georgia 4-H Extension programs, fall-themed games, and live demonstrations such as cider pressing and candle making. Attendees can see native animals and...

Participants old enough to use scissors craft paper jack-o'-lantern puppets with arms and hands, using provided paper and glue. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All materials, including lights and batteries, are supplied for a lantern to be used...

The Southeastern Railway Museum hosts 'Trains and Trunks or Treat,' a family-friendly Halloween celebration. Visitors can collect candy from decorated car trunks, ride a historic train, and explore railway artifacts.

A Trunk or Treat Extravaganza invites attendees to a community Halloween celebration. Participants can explore decorated car trunks, collect candy, and engage in a safe, fun atmosphere with costumes and treats.

Fernbank Museum hosts its annual Dinosaur Trick-or-Treat event. The family-friendly Halloween program includes themed candy tables, crafts, and activities. Costumes are encouraged for attendees.

Zoo Atlanta transforms into a Halloween wonderland for Boo at the Zoo, a beloved family festival. Attendees can enjoy trick-or-treating, carnival games, and engaging crafts. The event features costumed characters for photos and themed entertainment, creating a festive atmosphere for...

The Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade is a premier Southeast celebration, drawing crowds for its vibrant atmosphere. This two-day event features over 100 vendors, live music, wrestling, and skate demonstrations. Don't miss the spectacular Halloween Parade on Sunday,...

The Rescue Dog Games Dog Howl-O-Ween Festival is a family and pet-friendly event celebrating pet adoption. It features a dog costume contest, lure chases, and game stations. Adoptable dogs and pet products will be available, along with a kids' play...

The Atlanta History Center Fall Festival provides seasonal activities, historic demonstrations, and programs. Children can participate in crafts, games, and a hayride, while adults can learn about farming.

Get into the Halloween spirit early with a spook-tacular trick-or-treating event designed for the whole family. This festive celebration offers a fun and safe way for children to enjoy the holiday's traditions.

Celebrate spooky season at the Children's Museum of Atlanta with fang-tastic, hands-on fun throughout October. Design your own haunted house, join a spooky cooking show, learn about skeletons, and participate in a monster acting class. Discover new exhibits and enjoy...

Unity Atlanta Church offers an annual Trunk or Treat, a free, family-friendly Halloween event with a decorated trail, treats (including vegan, sugar-free, and nut-free options), a cake walk, games, a picture booth, and face painting.

The Southeastern Railway Museum hosts 'Train, or Trunk, or Treat,' a fall event combining a car show with trick-or-treating. Candy can be collected inside Building 1, with a trunk-or-treat zone in the parking lot. The event includes live music, a...

Spookhouse Annie, a puppet show at the Center for Puppetry Arts, features Halloween monsters that are goofy rather than scary. The production includes a witch and a vampire and is for young audiences. The ticket grants access to the Worlds...

Get into the spooky spirit at Peachtree Corners' Town Green with 'Spooky Flicks on the Green'! Families can enjoy an early Halloween celebration starting with a trick-or-treat event at 6:00 PM, where kids can collect candy from decorated vendor tents....

Celebrate the autumn season at the Snellville Fall Festival, a community event held at the picturesque Towne Green. This festive gathering offers a delightful experience with local vendors showcasing their crafts and goods, creating a vibrant atmosphere for all attendees....

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights hosts a community celebration for its reopening. The family-friendly event includes a live DJ, face painting, and balloons. Visitors can explore new museum galleries, the gift shop, and the cafe.

The City of East Point holds its annual Halloween Festival for all ages. This community event includes games and activities.

The 45th Annual Olde Town Fall Festival in Conyers offers a vibrant celebration of autumn. Browse a wide array of arts and crafts, savor delicious food court offerings, and enjoy live entertainment on the Depot Stage. Kids will delight in...

East Atlanta Village transforms into a Halloween hub with Eav-O-Ween! This festive event includes a spirited costume contest with prizes, followed by trick-or-treating at local businesses. As dusk settles, the celebration continues with an 'EAV-O-Ween After Dark' party featuring food...

Doraville Trunk-or-Treat at Honeysuckle Park offers candy, games, and bouncy houses for families. Attendees can wear costumes for a chance to win prizes in the costume contest.

The Atlanta History Center hosts a family-friendly trick-or-treat event for children in historical surroundings.

Pug-O-Ween is a Halloween celebration for pug enthusiasts. The event includes opportunities to meet adoptable pugs, participate in themed activities, and browse vendor stalls.

Every Friday night in October, Ashford Lane's lawn becomes a hub for spooky and silly Halloween movie favorites. Join them for an outdoor movie series featuring cult classics and family-friendly frights shown under the stars. Bring a chair or blanket...

Colony Kids On The Square offers delightful monthly playdates for families at The Plaza. Each event features engaging entertainment, creative crafts, and fun games, with special themes like a Fall Festival and a Halloween 'Little Monsters Bash'. It's a perfect...