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THE DONNER PARTY 2023 – HALLOWEEN THEMED DINNER WITH HENRY ZEBROWSKI

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/25/23

Star of “Your Pretty Face Is Going To Hell” and “The Last Podcast On The Left”,
Henry Zebrowski, invites you to a unique, gory Halloween dinner!

Vaguely Specific Productions is throwing a Donner Party Dinner Hosted by Henry Zebrowski

at Ammazza on October 11 at 7 pm

With a devious menu cooked up by local rockstar chef Mike LaSage

Henry Zebrowski, known for his starring roles in “Your Pretty FaceIs Going To Hell” and “The Last Podcast on the Left,” cordially invites you to an exceptional Halloween soirée – The Donner Party. This night of macabre indulgence is set to take place on October 11 at 7:00 pm at the hauntingly atmospheric Ammazza in Atlanta. Prepare for a chilling culinary adventure as Mike Lasage, celebrated chef, crafts a four-course dining experience that pushes the boundaries of the ordinary. Drawing inspiration from the infamous Donner Party saga, the menu promises to delight the taste buds while delivering shockingly memorable presentations. You’ll walk around the venue and visit the different Donner Party Stations for incredible food and a chance to meet your fellow horror-lovers. To top all off, the master of darkness himself, Henry Zebrowski, will be there visiting with guests and guiding the evening. Henry’s wildly popular podcast “The Last Podcast on the Left,” covers all the darkest corners our world has to offer, both imagined and real. One particular episode detailing the harrowing tale of The Donner Party inspired this Halloween spectacle.

Mike Lasage is a celebrated Atlanta chef and restaurant owner. Starting as the sous chef at P’cheen in the Old Fourth Ward, he went on to own and operate Bone Lick BBQ. His vast knowledge of all things meat and his unique take on the fringe world will come together for one night only as he creates a menu no one will forget.

Tickets will move fast, and pricing is subject to change closer to the date. So don’t delay. Grab your tickets now, and don’t miss out on any of the fun!

Tickets: https://www.atldonnerparty.com/

ATLANTA HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

Everything Halloween 2023 in Atlanta from parties to dinners to pop-ups and cocktails! Will be updated!

Fri., Oct. 27 – A Live! Halloween Party – Heroes & VillainsThings are getting spooky at Live! At the Battery this October with a Heroes and Villains themed Halloween party! Guests are invited to don their best costumes for a night of exhilarating suspense, where forces of good clash with the shadows of evil in an epic showdown of fun. Featuring great music, craft cocktails and memorable photo opps – this is a can’t miss event. Tickets will be available here soon.

City Winery’s Halloween lineup includes:

City Winery Atlanta invites guests to laugh the night away with comedy with Davi Crimmins and friends paired with music by Blair Crimmins and The Hookers. Plus, the evening will include a costume contest with fun prizes! Tickets are available here. 

City Winery Atlanta invites all the poor unfortunate souls to this very special Halloween drag brunch! Some of Atlanta’s best drag queens and kings are performing all the Disney hits from everyone’s favorite animated villains! Guests can enjoy brunch along with performances by Edie Cheezburger, EllaSaurus Rex, Mr. Elle Aye, Tugboat the Queen & a very special surprise guest. Tickets are available here. 

Music-lovers are invited to celebrate the holiday with P-Funk Connection, an Atlanta-based band that has the DNA of Mr. George Clinton and was formed as a group in 2011. Initiated by “P” as in Patty Walker, who has performed and recorded as a vocalist with Rock n Roll Hall of Famer George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic for 30 + years, 9 members from funky backgrounds have united together under her. Tickets are available here.

No one has experienced paranormal investigating like this before. Guests are invited to join Sabrina and Corinne for an exclusive, never before seen live show. Grounded in horror, their friendship will provide comedic relief and heartwarming connection…but uncovering the truth comes with a price. This is Two Girls One Ghost at The Conjuring House. It’s going to be a wild, spooky ride. Tickets are available here.

Sat., Oct. 28, 11am-6pm & 7pm-midnight – Halloween on The Roof at Ponce City Market

On Saturday, October 28, The Roof is hosting a dual experience that spans the realms of all ages. From 11am to 6pm, families are invited to indulge in an annual trick-or-treat event, where little ghouls and goblins can gather treats and play boardwalk games under the daylight’s playful glow.

As the sun sets and the moon rises, the venue will transform into an exclusive 21+ adult evening event from 7pm to midnight. Look out for slashers and scream queens and dance the night away at a scream queen Prom under the Terrace. A costume contest winner will receive a prize valued at $1000, making the night even more electrifying. 

Mon., Oct. 30, 4:30-6:30pm – Trick-or-Treat at Ponce City Market

Ponce City Market welcomes children of all ages to trick-or-treat on Monday, October 30 from 4:30-6:30pm. During the free and open-to-the-public event, restaurants and shops will be handing out over 1,000 pounds of candy to kids in costume!

Sat., Oct. 28, 6-10pm – Masquerade at B.M. Franklin at Buckhead Village

B.M. Franklin & Co invites guests to a curated, experiential night of speakeasy glamor and mad-mask magic featuring Grey Goose cocktails, a custom fascinator and mask bar, pop-up photobooth and custom hat award for Best Mask/Headdress.

Fri., Oct. 27, 6-10pm – Cujo’s “Find Your Boo” Carnival at Fetch at Buckhead Village

Fetch Park invites people to “find your boo” at their spooktacular event featuring costume contests, DJs playing your favorite songs and scary-good specials.

Every Tuesday in October, 7pm – Scream on The Green at Fetch Park at Buckhead Village

Presented by The Georgia Hemp Co., Fetch park invites movie lovers to watch their favorite Halloween films on the big screen including Caper, Beetlejuice, The Addams Family Values, Goosebumps, Hocus Pocus, Sleepy Hollow and Trick R’ Treat.

HALLOWEEN ROUND-UP 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/25/22

All things Halloween in one handy-dandy list.

Fri., Oct. 14-Sun. Oct. 23 – Ponce City Market Pumpkin Patch

Beginning Friday, October 14, Ponce City Market goers can fall into the spirit of the season with a pumpkin patch featuring festive decor, a variety of pumpkins, candy apples and sweet treats plus a pumpkin painting station and face painting from 11am-4pm on Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23. Additionally, guests will be able to document their fall festivities with a Ponce Pumpkin Photo Wall. The pumpkin patch will be open from noon-8pm on weekdays and 9am-9pm on weekends. 

Tues., Oct. 25, 8-10pm – Hampton + Hudson’s Halloween-Themed Trivia

Every Tuesday at 8pm, the community restaurant and bar welcomes the community to play trivia! During Halloween week, Host Adam Green will be leading Halloween-themed trivia, and the evening’s winner will be able to claim a new H+H trivia belt for the week!

Thurs., Oct. 27, 6-8pm – Halloween Wine & Dessert Tasting at Saint-Germain French Bakery & Café

On Thursday, October 27, Saint-Germain French Bakery & Café’s Buckhead Village location will host a five-course Halloween-themed wine & dessert tasting, featuring a spooky evening of tempting chocolate confections paired alongside wines from across France. Tickets are available for $50 per person and can be purchased here. 

Fri., Oct. 28, 8pm – A Stranger Halloween at Live! at The Battery

Themed around popular Netflix show Stranger Things, Live! at The Battery’s Halloween bash will bring some of fans’ favorite scenes, locations and themes to life, all alongside food, drinks and good times. Tickets, including one drink ticket, are available here.

Sat., Oct. 29, 8pm-1am – A “MARVELous” Halloween Party & Costume Contest at Hampton + Hudson

The Inman Park community bar and restaurant’s annual Halloween celebration is back! Starting at 8pm, a DJ will be spinning 1970s-2000s mixes, beer and cocktail specials will be flowing, Gardens of the Galaxy movies will be playing, and staff will be dressed in their MARVELous best. Plus, they’ll have a comic arcade room with games for guests to play. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed up for a costume contest at 11pm, with winners receiving gift cards, merch and more. Beforehand, guests can enjoy festive brunch specials from 10am to 2:30pm and catch the UGA v. Florida football game, which usually starts at 3:30pm (time TBA).

Mon., Oct. 31, 6-9pm – Lazy Betty’s Halloween Costume Party

The Candler Park restaurant will be celebrating the spookiest day of the year with a costume party the night of Halloween. The 21+ event will feature passed hors d’oeuvres and desserts, food stations around the restaurant and an open bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Plus, there will be a tarot reader, a DJ on the patio and a costume contest – winner will receive a gift card for dinner for two with wine pairings. Tickets ($300pp) must be purchased in advance via Resy.

Sat.,Oct. 29,  11am-12pm – Halloween on The Roof at PCM Party

Belvedere presents Halloween on The Roof at Ponce City Market, where there will be no tricks, just treats! Guests can get in the spooky spirit with a costume contest, Voodoo Cirque performers, creepy cocktails, a dance party and unlimited games at Skyline Park. 

Sat., Oct. 29, 11am-4pm – Trick or Treat on The The Roof at PCM

The Roof at Ponce City Market is celebrating Halloween with games, trick-or-treating, thrills and fun for the whole family! Tickets are $22 for adults and $30 for adults, and include unlimited access to The Roof, Boardwalk games and rides. Food and drink sold separately.

Halloween Happenings at Red’s Beer Garden

Hoppy Halloween! Eat, drink and be scary during this spooky season at Red’s Beer Garden. Starting Friday, October 7th, Red’s self-serve coolers will be filled to the brim with bone-chillingly cold pumpkin beers and ciders until sold out. For those looking to trick or treat themselves to a challenge, beginning Tuesday, October 18th, beer lovers can try their luck by guessing the mystery beer on draft with every beer purchase. Guests who guess correctly will receive a free brew at their next visit. Since Red’s is closed on Halloween, the party starts early on Sunday, October 30th. Revelers simply have to show up in a costume to receive a free draft lager Mystery beer winners will also be revealed.  Red’s Beer Garden is located at 1328 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30315. For more information, visit www.redsbeergarden.com or call 770-637-2299. 

Barre 3, Brunch, and Boos at TWO Urban Licks

TWO urban licks’ Barre, Brunch, and Boos is back again this Halloween, and it’s going to be spooktacular. On Saturday, October 29, food and fitness fanatics are invited to participate in a 45-minute Barre3 class followed by a cool down with a complimentary Bloody Mary or mimosa for ages 21 and up. Starting at 9:45 a.m., experience a full-body workout of strength, cardio, and the mind on the patio overlooking the Atlanta BeltLine. Attendees are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, a water bottle, and a towel. Stick around after barre for 10% off brunch favorites, including Fat Elvis French Toast, Crab Cake Benedict, TWO Breakfast, and more. Tickets are on sale for $15. Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/barre3-brunch-boos-tickets-423400160277?aff=ebdsoporgprofile to purchase. Reservations are recommended. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. TWO Urban Licks is located on the Atlanta BeltLine in the Old Fourth Ward at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306

Sat., Oct. 15, 8pm – Wizard Fest at City Winery Atlanta

City Winery Atlanta is kicking off spooky season with a celebration of all things magic, witches, wizards and cosplay at Wizard Fest, an interactive, fantasy-themed party. Guests can don their dress robes and broomsticks and party like wizards in the transformed space while enjoying one-of-a-kind themed drinks curated by mixologists from all over the world, snacks, wizard games, costume contests and trivia all spun into one spectacular event. Tickets are available here.

Thurs., Oct. 20, 6-8pm – Buckhead Village Curated: Candy Charcuterie Workshop with Ruby Bond

Kicking off Buckhead Village Curated, the shopping and dining destination’s series of bespoke workshops for the creative and curious, the candy charcuterie workshop invites food-lovers and home chefs to a deliciously sweet candy charcuterie board workshop. Elizabeth Schmitt, founder and candy connoisseur behind Ruby Bond, purveyor of luxury candy boards, will walk participants through food styling skills as they design their own board, selecting from an array of festive sweet and sour gummy candies. The event will take place in the property’s indoor/outdoor Veranda and tickets are available here.

A SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN AT ENZO STEAKHOUSE & BAR

Join ENZO Steakhouse & Bar for a Spooktacular Halloween on Monday, October 31, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests are invited to listen to hair-raising beats while enjoying bone-chilling food and cocktail specials including black spaghetti with octopus ragù, black charcoal focaccia, a smoked Caronte cocktail made with black smoked bourbon, and pumpkin limoncello shots. Revelers donning their best costume will have the chance to win a $200 gift card to the new hot spot. Seating will be available on the expansive, dog-friendly patio that will be decked out in Halloween decorations and inside in the art-filled dining room and vibrant bar area. Executive Chef Andrea Montobbio’s full dinner menu will be available. For more information or to book a reservation, visit https://enzo-itl.com or call 770.756.9188.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR THE TERRIFYING RETURN OF NETHERWORLD HAUNTED HOUSE THIS SEPTEMBER 23-24

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/21/22

The World-Famous Haunted Attraction’s Opening Weekend Features Two New Horrific Haunts + Expanded Midway Offerings with Even More Blood-Curdling Fun


WHEN:
Opening Weekend: Sept. 23-24
Open Nightly: Sept. 30, Oct. 1-2, 6-9, 11-16, 18-31, Nov. 4-6
Closing Weekend: Nov.11-12

TIME:
September dates: 7-11 p.m. (7-11:30 p.m. on Sept. 30)
Monday – Thursday in October: 7-10:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday in October: 7 p.m.-12 a.m. (7-11:30 p.m. on Oct.1)
Sundays in October: 7-11 p.m. (7-10:30 p.m. on Oct. 2)
November dates: 7-10:30 p.m.

WHERE:
1313 Netherworld Way, Stone Mountain, Ga. 30087

TICKETS:
Both regular tickets and speed passes for expedited entry are available for purchase. More details can be found below. Attendees are strongly encouraged to purchase tickets in advance at www.fearworld.com.                       

The most highly-acclaimed and terrifying haunted house in the nation, NETHERWORLD Haunted House, is set to make its return during its Opening Weekend this Friday, Sept. 23 and Saturday, Sept. 24 with two nightmarish haunts and plenty of thrilling new additions to its Halloween themed Midway!

This year, thrill seekers will get the scare of their lives at NETHERWORLD’S PARASITIC and THE UNDYING HORROR haunted houses. In THE UNDYING HORROR, visitors will try to escape a massive world-destroying ancient monster and its wraithlike army, and in PARASITIC, guests will confront the mind-controlling spores and carnivorous chlorophyll creatures unleashed by a nefarious plant-based life form filled with the twisted power from last year’s Planet X!

“Both of our haunts this year blend elements of our previous stories into brand new tales, even more intense than the ones that came before them,” said NETHERWORLD Co-Founder Ben Armstrong. “The UNDYING HORROR is a continuation of the COSMIC HORROR saga that began when we first moved to Stone Mountain, and PARASITIC is a story of science gone wrong that features weird plant-based mutations of one of our classic characters, The Harvestman.”

Between the houses, NETHERWORLD has a new option for those who want to join in on the fright called “You Scare.” In this experience, true horror-lovers will get their shot at playing the villain by using a paintball gun, dubbed the “scare blaster,” to shoot paint at an unbreakable see-through barrier, startling those in line for the second haunted house.

In addition to both blood-curling haunts and “You Scare,” NETHERWORLD is launching a laser-based horror survival add-on experience for the first time ever. Titled “Alien Terror,” the experience will put NETHERWORLD adventurers face-to-face with an extraterrestrial monster that has one goal: to turn every player in the game into one of its evil minions with its laser weapon. The official opening date for this experience is to be announced, so stay tuned for more information!

The adventure continues with NETHERWORLD’s updated Midway experience, a Halloween-drenched area that attendees can explore featuring a myriad of creepy photo ops (including a huge new skeletal dragon), roaming creatures aplenty, and a variety of food options including hot dogs, nachos, demented donuts, and gourmet popcorn in flavors like classic butter and hot and spicy. This year NETHERWORLD is also introducing Dr. Octane’s Bizarre Beverages, where the sinister mad scientist Dr. Octane will serve up non-alcoholic bubbling concoctions featuring swirls of colors perfect for a share-worthy video!

“We are incredibly excited for veteran NETHERWORLD fans and first-timers alike to experience everything that we have to offer this year,” said NETHERWORLD Co-Founder Billy Messina. “Our goal has always been to provide visitors with a seasonal Halloween experience that’s beyond compare…and with all the upgrades we’ve made this year, both inside and outside the haunts, we hope that folks will feel that we’ve done exactly that.”

NETHERWORLD Haunted House will be open beginning the weekend of Sept. 23–24, then most dates through Halloween and weekends in November until the closing weekend on Nov. 11–12. Tickets are on sale now. For more details on the haunts and new additions and to buy tickets, visit www.fearworld.com. 

Continue for more information about this year’s two new haunts… 

THE UNDYING HORROR: Concealed in the chaos of a deadly storm, an ancient monstrosity launches massive tentacles to the surface world corrupting everything they touch! Can a battle-worn group of survivors fight their way past the legions of Wraiths and Netherspawn to defeat this nightmarish creature or will the world fall to The Undying Horror?   

Featuring: Warlike Wraiths, Rampaging Netherspawn, The Weird Lab of Dr. Squid, The Old One Arises, The Emergence of the Undying, The Monster-Infested Netherscape, The Undead Army of the Zombie Queen, The Swirling Mists of Zin, The Massive Tentacles of Ubbo Sathla, The Bone Beasts of Carcosa and Face to Face with the Undying Horror! A massive feast of nightmares invades a shattered planet as NETHERWORLD charges headlong into its 26th Season of Screams swarming with supercharged apocalyptic action!   

PARASITIC: A bizarre Parasitic plant-based life form filled with the twisted power of Planet X and grown on a discarded husk of The Harvestman springs to unnatural life in the top-secret facility known as the BOX! After infecting the staff with mind-controlling spores and unleashing an army of carnivorous plant and fungus-based creatures, it seeks vengeance on its foolish captors before attempting to escape into the world of men!  

Featuring: The Fungal Zombies, The Pit of The Green Slime, The Worm that Gnaws, The Monster that Challenged the World, Swamp Beast Horror, Deadly Nightshade, The Chlorophyll Killers, The Bloody Massacre of the Mutilated, Exo Biological Evil Unleashed, The Primeval Pawns of the Parasite, The Nightmare Run and Get to the Chopper! Will you and your team escape the terror that grows within you, or will you succumb to the unimaginable agony as you become one of the Parasitic legions? 

FOX THEATRE GHOST TOURS 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/11/21

October Ghost Tours offer a Spooktacular time at historic Fox Theatre.

 

Hour-long, guided Ghost Tours will include haunting historical accounts of Atlanta’s

favorite theatre.

 

Tickets are on sale now at foxtheatre.org!

 

The Fox Theatre will transform into a cauldron of spookiness as it opens its doors to the top-rated Ghost Tours this Halloween season. Brave guests will walk through the historic theatre to learn about the Fox’s 90 years of ghostly sightings and unexplained events.

Tickets are on sale now at foxtheatre.org. General Admission tickets are $40, plus applicable fees, and are available for purchase at FoxTheatre.org or by calling 855-285-8499. VIP tickets are available for $80, plus applicable fees, and include a $20 beverage credit to redeem in the luxurious Marquee Club presented by Lexus post-tour. The Ghost Tours are not recommended for children under the age of 10; children under six are not permitted. To inquire about booking a private tour or a group of 20 or more, please contact (404) 881-2000 or email sales@foxtheatre.org.

Full Ghost Tour Schedule:

Thursday, October 21   6:00pm – 9:45pm

Friday, October 22        6:00pm – 9:45pm

Saturday, October 23    6:00pm – 9:45pm

Monday, October 25     6:00pm – 9:45pm

Tuesday, October 26     6:00pm – 9:45pm

Tours start every 15 minutes and last approximately 60 minutes long. The rooftop terrace of the Fox Theatre Marquee Club will be open for a post-tour libation. To prevent COVID-19, all guests and staff are required to masks during the entire duration of the tour. For the most up-to-date information regarding the Fox Theatre’s COVID-19 protocols and Health and Safety features including contactless ticketing, security and payments visit foxtheatre.org/healthandsafety.

Spooks and scares will be around every shadowy corner as guides recount supernatural tales collected from theatre staff and contractors over the years. Other spooky stops include the Hospital Room, Power Room and, sub-basement areas, including the stage freight elevator.

Over the years, many of the staff and more than a few patrons have claimed to have felt a sudden blast of cold air, seen a shadowy figure float along the walls, or heard the slow creaking of a door shutting close without cause. Will you?

NIGHTMARE IN ATLANTA HALLOWEEN 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/11/21

Fowling Warehouse

Saturday, October 30 8:30 pm

Tickets: here.

Get ready for a spooktacular Nightmare in Atlanta Halloween Party at Fowling Warehouse; Westside Atlanta’s hottest new sports bar and entertainment venue.

Atlanta’s premiere Halloween bash scares up all kinds of excitement at the Fowling Warehouse with an open bar all night, glow party favors (while supplies last), top ATL DJs playing all the hits, multiple areas to mingle, LED lighting, and a state-of-the-art sound system to rock this party into the wee morning hours. PLUS free Fowling Games for all attendees AND not one but two costume contests with prizes! Prices range from $39 to $100.

𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕳𝖎𝖌𝖍𝖑𝖎𝖌𝖍𝖙𝖘

  • Five (5) Hour Open Bar Entire Event
  • Top Atlanta DJs
  • State-of-the-art Sound & LED Lighting
  • Multiple Areas to Mix & Mingle
  • Complimentary Fowling Games for All Attendees – $20 value!
  • Two Costume Contests with Prizes:
    • Best Couple / Group
    • Best Costume or Most Original Costume
  • Beads, Candy & Glow Party Favors for All (while supplies last)
  • Exclusive VIP Area with Added Perks:
    • All Access to VIP Lounge with Separate Bar Areas
    • Premium Booze
    • Upgraded Glow Party Favors

𝕾𝖔𝖒𝖊 𝕴𝖓𝖋𝖔 𝖙𝖔 𝕶𝖓𝖔𝖜

Age Requirement: Must be 21+ to participate. Valid ID (not expired, not cut) required or NO ENTRY – no exceptions. All sales are final; no refunds or exchanges. Prices subject to change while supplies last.

Dress Code: Halloween costumes strongly encouraged. Costumes must not include weapons, and all masks must be removed upon entering for ID check. * Don’t forget about the costume contests; so dress in your scary, silly or sexy best to win prizes!

Door: Presale Tickets Guarantee Entry. Event will likely sell out. * Opt for VIP with Added Perks. *

Parking: Fowling Warehouse features a private parking lot. Parking availability is limited so plan accordingly and arrive early. Please party responsibly and don’t drink & drive — use ride share, taxi or designated driver company to get home safely. Get Directions >

Please Note: We follow CDC and WHO websites for all recommended guidelines to throw a safe event. If event is canceled due to Covid-19, you’ll be refunded.

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS AT RED’S BEER GARDEN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/10/21

Find a costume, cue the evil laugh, and let out all the screams of terror because Halloween time is here! In celebration of the “spooky season,” Red’s Beer Garden, located in Benteen Park, has a long list of fun for revelers to make the most of the holiday, one beer at a time. Starting on October 8th, guests can test their beer knowledge with the Mystery Beer on draft. Every beer purchase will allow guests to enter their guess in the mystery jar. Winners will receive a free beer at their next visit, which will be revealed on Halloween night. For ghouls and goblins looking for a happier and hoppier Halloween, they can enjoy a Beer and Candy Pairing from October 19th through October 31st. Beer lovers who purchase a can of the selected beer can enjoy a free bag of candy. Red’s is also calling all the monsters, young or old, on October 29th for a Monday night Monster Mash with a tap takeover, pumpkin carvings, and a spooky movie on the lawn at 8 p.m. Lastly, wear a costume on Halloween, and Red’s will pour a free draft lager. Not to mention, four-legged friends who dress up can join in on the pawty with dog treats.
For more information, visit https://www.redsbeergarden.com/ or call 770-637-2299

HALLOWEEN AT PONCE CITY MARKET 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/3/21

PONCE CITY MARKET ANNOUNCES SPOOKY HAPPENINGS AT THE COMMUNITY HUB THROUGHOUT OCTOBER

Ponce Goes Upside Down, a Carnival-Style Block Party on October 14, Will Feature Ghoulish Goodies, Raffles & More

This Halloween season, Atlanta’s iconic Ponce City Market is celebrating with haunting holiday festivities, spooky decor, ghoulish goodies and spellbinding sweet treats for the whole family. The lineup features spooky sights around every corner and scary-good fun, including:


Atlanta School of Photography will present a fun selection of photo booths where visitors can snap selfies or purchase professional shots for a suggested donation benefiting Illuminate Atlanta and Lost-n-Found Youth. Photo booths, including the Lost & Found “Hallowqueen” booth, will be created by Atlanta School of Photography photographers Sara Keith, Brook Hewitt, Julie Yarbrough and Kahiah Polidore.
Guests can directly access Ponce Goes Upside Down festivities on the third-floor trestle on foot or bike via the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail. Drivers can enter the parking deck near Pancake Social, park on Level 2 or 3 and walk directly out to the second floor of the Central Food Hall or third floor to access the Trestle.
COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged for all attendees, and in accordance with Atlanta City guidelines, Ponce City Market requires masks inside the market hall. Attendance is free and family-friendly, and all are welcome. RSVP here and follow Ponce City Market’s social channels for more information about future Ponce Goes Upside Down events.
  • RoleCall Theater’s Spooky Season Productions (October & November) – RoleCall Theater will present two chilling productions this October and November: Macbeth and Frankenstein. Retold by the three Fates of Roman mythology, Frankenstein returns to the hands of women practically for the first time since Mary Shelley completed it. Far from the groaning Hollywood monsters, ripped bodices and drafty castles of popular imagination, this production centers around the bone-deep psychological horrors of abandonment, rag and irrevocable mistakes in the making. How much can a man take, after all, before he becomes a monster?
In RoleCall’s iteration of Macbeth, the play begins when he is a brave and loyal thane to King Duncan. However, after hearing a prophecy that he will become king himself, Macbeth is overcome by ambition and greed. Encouraged by the prophecy and his scheming wife, Macbeth goes down a dark path of murder to try to seize the throne. Tickets are available here for both productions.
 
  • The Roof’s Annual 21+ Halloween Party (October 30, 8pm – midnight) – Something wicked is coming to The Roof at Ponce City Market! The Roof will transform with frightful sights, a dance party and a costume contest. Tickets to the 21+ celebration can be purchased here beginning October 1.
 
  • Trick-or-Treating on The Roof (October 31, All Day) – The Roof at Ponce City Market is celebrating the sweetest day of the year with trick-or-treating for children. To join, guests can purchase regular adult and child admission tickets online here beginning October 1 or onsite the day-of.

FRIGHTFULLY FUN EVENTS AT THE BATTERY ATLANTA THIS OCTOBER

Posted by John and Liz Attaway, 9/29/21

Live music, costume contests and delicious deals happening at Cobb County’s fan-favorite destination

The Battery Atlanta welcomes spooky season lovers of all ages to explore the best of Cobb County’s work-live-play destination. This October, in addition to Halloween-filled happenings, guests can indulge all month long in Totcho Tuesdays at Terrapin Taproom and Wine Down Wednesdays at BURN as well as fitness-focused activities like Yoga by Kaiser Permanente or a fresh fall walk on The Battery Atlanta Walking Trail presented by United Healthcare. Guests will also discover a wide variety of live performances at Park Bench and the Coca Cola Roxy.

Fright Night Halloween at Sports and Social
Oct. 23 at 8 p.m.
Thrill-seekers are invited to discover the haunted cemetery-themed party people are dying to get in to! Attendees can expect live music, drink specials and a costume contest with $7,500 in cash prizes. Tickets for the event are $20 and include admission and one drink ticket. Guests must be 21 and over to attend and can purchase tickets at axs.com.

Xfinity Fall Movie Series
Oct. 29 at 7 p.m.
Families and friends can enjoy a movie under the stars located at the Plaza Green! Beginning Oct. 29 and continuing every weekend this fall, the community will discover a variety of family-friendly films. This showing will feature the classic film, Back to the Future! Moviegoers are encouraged to bring a blanket or a lawn chair with them to enjoy this free event.

Hoots N Howls: Halloween Dog Costume Contest
Oct. 31 from 1-4 p.m.
Happy Howl-o-ween! Four-legged friends and their pet parents are invited to join in on the Halloween fun this year at The Battery Atlanta! In addition to live music and various vendors, guests can dress their fur babies in their best costume for a chance to win this year’s Halloween Dog Costume Contest! A $5 entry fee is required for each dog with all proceeds benefitting animal rescue organizations.

Outdoor Activities:
2021 Greater Atlanta Heart Walk
Oct. 2 from 9-11 a.m.
The Battery Atlanta and the American Heart Associate welcome families and friends to get moving in this year’s Greater Atlanta Heart Walk! The event will partake both in-person and remotely to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise critical funds for the American Heart Association. Participants can register for the event online.

Yoga by Kaiser Permanente
Mondays (excluding home gamedays) from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Start the week off stress-free with a limited capacity, outdoor yoga class presented by Kaiser Permanente on non-event days at the Plaza Green. Pre-registration and event participant waivers are available online. Participants are required to bring a mat and are encouraged to bring water. A live stream on Facebook and past sessions on YouTube are also available to fitness fans virtually on gamedays.

The Battery Atlanta Walking Trail presented by UnitedHealthcare
A brisk walk can curb cravings, reduce stress and offer a healthy way to catch up with friends and family! Get out and get active on the 1.5-mile loop circling the campus.

Select Retail and Restaurant Promotions:
Miller Mondays at Sports and Social
Enjoy half-price burgers and 16 oz. Miller Lites for $4 on Monday.

Totcho Tuesdays at Terrapin Taproom
Diners can enjoy $2 off the restaurant’s delicious Totchos every Tuesday!

Trivia Night at Good Game
Guests can swing by the restaurant at 7:30 p.m. to test their skills in weekly trivia.

Wine Down Wednesdays at BURN
Locals can treat themselves to $5 off select glasses of wine on Wednesdays!

Weekend Brunch at Omni Hotel
Discover deliciously crafted breakfast dishes every Saturday & Sunday from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Park Bench Events:
The popular dueling piano bar and live music venue has announced a line-up of live shows this month, in addition to its DJ party and Karaoke Wednesday at Park Bench programming. Visit parkbenchbattery.com/calendar for more information.

  • 90 Proof Band – Following the Braves Game

Friday, Oct. 1 at 10 p.m.

  • Dueling Pianos Show – Following the Braves Game

Saturday, Oct. 2 at 10 p.m.

  • Ricky T Cole Duo Acoustic/Electric Party-Country Hits – Following the Braves Game

Sunday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. 

Coca-Cola Roxy Events:

The Battery Atlanta’s iconic concert venue is gearing up for a full range of live-performances! This month, Coca-Cola Roxy brings a wide variety of music to the stage for guests to discover. Review enhanced venue safety guidelines here.

  • MoneyBagg Yo

Friday, Oct. 1 at 8 p.m.

  • Flogging Molly 

Saturday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m.

  • Alejandro Fernandez  

Tuesday, Oct. 5 at 8 p.m.

  • Brett Eldredge

Friday, Oct. 15 at 8 p.m.

  • Bill Burr

Saturday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.

  • Don Toliver

Sunday, Oct. 17 at 8 p.m.

  • Elvis Costello & The Imposters

Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m.

  • Kaytranada

Thursday, Oct. 21 at 9 p.m.

  • Patti Smith and Her Band

Friday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m.

  • Camilo

Sunday, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m.

  • Porter Robinson

Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m.

  • Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real

Saturday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m.

NETHERWORLD CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF SCREAMS – EXTENDED TWO WEEKS!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/24/21, updated 11/4/21

UPDATED 11/4

It’s not too late to get your scare on at NETHERWORLD Haunted House during its 25th Season of Screams! America’s favorite haunted house for over two decades is continuing the frightening fun for two more weekends in November. Both haunts, RISE OF THE NETHERSPAWN and RETURN TO PLANET X in 3D, will be open on Nov. 5-7 and Nov. 12-13. Very limited Timed-Entry Tickets and SpeedPasses are available for purchase and include both of NETHERWORLD’s cutting-edge attractions filled with mind-blowing special effects and animatronics, uniquely terrifying creatures, and access to the newly expanded midway area featuring nightmarish monsters, food truck-style snacks, photo ops, a foam zone, games, and more.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better 25th anniversary season!” said Ben Armstrong, NETHERWORLD Haunted House co-creator. “It has been thrilling to celebrate this milestone with so many new and old fans, and with limited ticketing this year, we wanted to keep the celebration alive by extending the season through the first two weekends in November.”

To keep the adrenaline rush alive following one’s bravery through the haunts, NETHERWORLD’s four escape room games and apocalyptic-themed laser tag arena remain open, along with the House of Creeps Monster Museum. Tickets are on a timed-entry schedule and include entrance into both haunts. It is highly recommended to purchase tickets in advance online as they are very limited and will sell out fast. To purchase tickets and check available time slots, click here.

Know before you go…read up on all of NETHERWORLD’s COVID-19 guidelines and procedures here: www.fearworld.com/wordpress/faq

Original post 9/24/21

Haunt fans, the scariest season of the year has arrived! NETHERWORLD Haunted House officially returns for its 25th year of next-level thrills and chills. Opening this weekend, only the bravest souls will experience the unforgettable pulse-pounding horror featured in two brand-new haunts, RISE OF THE NETHERSPAWN and RETURN TO PLANET X in 3D, from co-creators Billy Messina and Ben Armstrong.

“This milestone is one that not only are we proud of, we’re also grateful to all the guests near and far who have experienced NETHERWORLD the last 25 years,” said Armstrong. “This year has us looking back and celebrating our history with some of our classic characters from years past combined with new themes featuring brand new monsters and intriguing storylines, all housed in our two massive and immersive haunts. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to the 2021 season!”

This year’s themes include:

RISE OF THE NETHERSPAWN:
Fulfilling the wishes of The Collector, a primordial monster known as The Ganoga will summon the twins, FEAR and TERROR, to lead an invasion of hideous creatures from the NETHERWORLD! Bone-crunching Berserkers and flesh-rending Rabid lead the charge, hidden deep within the swirling mists and flashing lightning of a colossal storm of shadows! Will the maelstrom conceal the crawling horrors from their helpless victims, or will they glimpse the RISE OF THE NETHERSPAWN in time to flee for their lives?

Featuring: The Storm of Shadows, Trapped in the Wreckage, the Fisherman’s Nightmare, Eaten by the Old Ones, the Collector’s Crypt, the Starving Skull, the Jaws of Fate, the Swamp of the Lost, the Maggots of Madness, the Rage of the Rabid, the Berserkers Revenge, the Goblin Horde, the Court of the Warlord and the Soul Eater Unleashed! Twenty-five years of never-ending nightmares culminates in this apocalyptic festival of destruction as guests witness the RISE OF THE NETHERSPAWN!

RETURN TO PLANET X:
In the secret base known as the BOX, an experiment gone wrong has broken down the very fabric of time and space releasing bizarrely colorful mutagenic energy through dimensional gateways all over the facility! Weird, malevolent life forms stalk victims throughout the complex and the very fabric of reality is crumbling. Exobiologist, Dr. Otto Gloman, has gone into the rift equipped with a powered space suit, to stop the horror and force it to RETURN TO PLANET X in 3D! Guests will put on special 3D glasses and help him defeat this bizarre invasion before it consumes the entire planet.

Featuring: The Ghastly Gloaming, the Horror of the Hunes, the Malevolent Mutations, the Power of the Pyramid, the Secrets of the Serpent Men, the Paradox of Planet X, the Revenge of the Reptilians, the Primal Polymorphs, the Color Out of Space, the Mega Xeno Arthropod and the Nightmares from Beyond Time! Those who are brave enough to join the daunting mission will be pressured to retain a fragile grip on reality while viewing this world of horror through 3D glasses as they RETURN TO PLANET X.

Recently dubbed “scariest haunted house” by Oprah Magazine for the second year in a row, NETHERWORLD has built a loyal cult-following over the past 25 years and is beloved for its Hollywood-quality special effects, cutting-edge themes, elaborate sets, and nightmare-inducing monsters. In 2018, the team planted roots in Stone Mountain on a 10+ acre property, allowing room for expansion beyond the seasonal haunts. Open year-round, NETHERWORLD offers four adrenaline-inducing Escape Room Games, a Laser Tag Arena, and a monster museum. Haunt tickets are on sale now and attendees won’t want to miss it. During Halloween season, Escape the NETHERWORLD will also operate every day and night that the haunts are open. These tickets are sold separately at www.escapethenetherworld.com.

All tickets will be timed, dated, and limited. All tickets include access to both haunts, RISE OF THE NETHERSPAWN and RETURN TO PLANET X in 3D.  Purchasing tickets online and in advance is highly recommended to guarantee entry as walk-up/box office sales are subject to availability. SpeedPasses available to expedite entry. Masks are strongly encouraged while visiting NETHERWORLD Haunted House. Masks are, however, required to enter the House of Creeps Monster Museum, the NETHERWORLD Gift Shop and the common areas of Escape the NETHERWORLD. For more details on the haunts and to learn more about COVID-19 protocols, visit www.fearworld.com.

Dates and times:

Sept. 24-25, 2021
Oct. 1-3, 6-10, 12-17, 19-31, 2021
Nov. 5-7 and 12-13, 2021

September Dates: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Monday – Thursday in October: 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday in October: 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Sunday in October: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
November Dates: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.