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SPOOKY SEASON HAS ARRIVED AT HALCYON

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/9/23

Forsyth County’s mixed-use village invites the community to play, shop, dine and experience what’s new

Things are getting spooky at Halcyon with a host of fall and Halloween-themed events throughout October! With live music on Village Green every weekend, the annual Witches Night Out benefitting All For One Foundation, Halcyon Kids Club and trick-or-treating at Halcyon, the fall season has finally arrived. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy throughout October at Halcyon.

The full October events schedule is outlined below:

Cars and Coffee Hosted by Mercedes-Benz Club of America

Saturday, October 7 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Join the Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta and Fuel Coffee for a beautiful morning sipping on specialty coffee drinks, viewing Mercedes-Benz vehicles from a variety of years in the private lot next to Fuel and mingling with friends and other members of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America. Mercedes-Benz Experience by RBM of Alpharetta will be offering special discounts off merchandise for all Mercedes-Benz Club of America members. This event is open to all Mercedes-Benz owners. For more information or to register, visit the event page.

Yappy Hour

Thursday, October 12 from 5 – 7 p.m.

Bring your furry friend and join Halcyon on Village Green for Yappy Hour on Thursdays of each month! Enjoy delicious treats, doggy booze and adorable, adoptable pups from Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelters. For more information, visit the Halcyon website.

Pumpkin Painting Party at Tutu School

Saturday, October 14 from 3:30 – 6:15 p.m.

Join Tutu School for an exciting afternoon of painting the prettiest little pumpkins! Each ticket purchase of $20 includes one mini pumpkin to paint, painting supplies and face painting. When purchasing your ticket, make sure to select one of the available time slots; 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Witches Night Out benefiting All For One Foundation

Thursday, October 19 from 6 – 10 p.m.

Ladies, grab your broomsticks and fly over to Halcyon for a spooky evening full of cocktails, food and dancing! Don’t be a scaredy cat and enjoy adult trick-or-treating throughout the property. Other activities include dancing to upbeat tunes spun by DJ Ed on Village Green, live music and dancing at Eclipse di Luna, a DJ spinning tunes at HOBNOB, a costume contest with prizes for best group and individual costumes and Halloween cocktails at select Halcyon restaurants. In addition, ladies can build their own wicked bouquet with Gussied Up Flower Truck, make fall-themed crafts with Board & Brush inside Fuel Coffee and enjoy special discounts at Halcyon’s retailers. Tickets are $15 with all proceeds directly benefiting One For All Foundation, an international and local charity dedicated to changing the lives of children to help them thrive by improving social conditions, educational opportunities and healthcare availability. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Monster Mash at Cherry Street Brewpub

Friday, October 27 from 7:30 – 11:30 p.m.

It’s a graveyard smash; it’s the Monster Mash at Cherry Street Brewpub! All monsters, ghouls and goblins are gathering for the ultimate costume party where you can dance the night away to spooky tunes spun by a DJ, sip on Halloween-themed cocktails and enter a costume contest to win prizes for the creepiest, jaw-dropping costumes. This event is for ages 21 and up only. For more information, visit the Halcyon event page.

Halloween at Halcyon

Saturday, October 28 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Grab your crew and join Halcyon for the annual trick-or-treating extravaganza! The little ones can trick-or-treat at more than 30 participating Halcyon tenants, meet adorable farm animals, snap pictures of their costumes at several photo opportunities, meet Barbie and Spiderman, enjoy facepainting and balloon twisting, meet adoptable pups from FurKids and groove to tunes spun by DJ Galaxy Music and Arts on Village Green. All ticket proceeds will directly benefit Bald Ridge Lodge and their ongoing efforts to provide a safe haven and counseling in a therapeutic environment for young boys who are in need of protection, direction and supervision, in a matter that nurtures the child and strengthens family relationships. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page. 

Groovin’ on the Green

Fridays and Saturdays in October from 6 – 9 p.m.

Celebrate the weekend with dancing and singing along to live musical performances on Village Green. Enjoy local musicians across a variety of genres playing top hits. Guests can treat themselves to a craft brew and groove to live music all around the village! Halcyon has an open container policy, however, outside food and beverages are prohibited. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays in October from 10 a.m. – noon

Preschoolers are invited to play and make new friends each week at the free Halcyon Kids Club! The little ones can engage in a rotating menu of activities ranging from arts and crafts, dance, animal encounters, storytime, puppet shows, music and so much more. Themes and activities vary weekly and will be announced on Halcyon’s Facebook page and Instagram stories. A parent or guardian is required to stay with each child during the duration of the event. Afterward, enjoy lunch or a sweet treat at one of Halcyon’s kid-friendly restaurants. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

WOODLAND SPIRITS HAUNT FERNBANK MUSEUM FOR ITS SIXTH YEAR

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/8/23

The outdoor exhibit is open from Sept. 30 – Nov. 5.

Returning for its sixth year, guests can take a walk on the supernatural side when Fernbank Museum is “friendly-haunted” in the outdoor exhibit, “Woodland Spirits.” Dozens of ghostly figures will take over the nature trails of WildWoods and
Fernbank Forest from Sept. 30 – Nov. 5, 2023.

Inspired by the imagery of dark forests in movies and literature, “Woodland Spirits” transforms Fernbank’s “forest in the city” into a ghostly hideaway that’s perfect for all ages. Guests will discover these human and animal spirits — created by artist Laura Lewis — lurking in the shadows, floating in the trees and waiting to greet you in plain sight.


“Woodland Spirits” is open for the fall season, from Sept. 30 – Nov. 5.

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“Woodland Spirits” will also be able to view on several of Fernbank’s seasonal daytime and evening events this fall, including:

  • Early-morning and late-night access during one of Fernbank’s forest walks, which are led
    by a Fernbank educator during various morning and evening hours. Currently, morning
    walks are planned for Oct. 8 and Nov. 4, while a night walk is offered on Oct. 29, and a
    special Audubon walk is scheduled for the morning of Oct. 14. These walks are available
    for a separate purchase at varying prices.
  • The family-friendly Discovery Day, “Monster Mash,” will take place from 10 a.m. – 1
    p.m. on Oct. 28 and is included with daytime general admission. “Monster Mash” will
    include trick-or-treating, Halloween-themed activities and an opportunity to check out
    the new exhibit “Vikings: Warriors of the Sea” in addition to “Woodland Spirits.”
  • The after-hours event “Fernbank After Dark: Boos and Booze” is from 7 – 11 p.m. on
    Oct. 13. This adults-only night will include cocktails and tapas for an additional purchase,
    spooky experiments and entry to the full museum. Tickets are $17.95 for members and
    $22.95 for nonmembers.
  • “Fright Night” will be from 7 – 11 p.m. on Oct. 27, which is for souls 21 and older. This
    Halloween party encourages adults to dress up in their best costumes and enjoy a night
    of music, refreshments and entry to the special exhibit, “Vikings: Warriors of the Sea.”
    Tickets are $21.95.
  • A Halloween event for all ages, “Ghostly Gatherings” is from 7 – 10 p.m. on Oct. 14 and
    will have exclusive nighttime access to “Woodland Spirits” and “Vikings: Warriors of the
    Sea,” as well as fun seasonal activities. Drinks and small bites are also available for
    additional purchase. Tickets are $15.95 for members and $19.95 for nonmembers.
  • “Woodland Spirits and other Musical Creatures,” as performed by pianist Julie
    Coucheron, harpist Elisabeth Remy-Johnson, flutist James Zellers and the Vega Quartet,
    is a family concert that includes the music of Eduard MacDowell and Valerie Von Pechy
    Whitcup. This concert will take place at 1 p.m. on Oct. 15 and is included with general
    admission to the museum.

TICKETS
“Woodland Spirits” is included with a general admission ticket to Fernbank Museum. Exhibits, films and Discovery Days are included with daytime general admission and with CityPASS. General admission tickets include three floors of exhibits in the Museum, choice of one giant screen film and 75 acres of nature explorations in Fernbank Forest and WildWoods.

Fernbank After Dark and other special after-hours events are available at a separate ticket price. Fernbank is located at 767 Clifton Road NE in Atlanta, minutes from midtown Atlanta and downtown Decatur.

For more information, visit FernbankMuseum.org. General admission tickets are $25.95 for adults, $24.95 for seniors, $23.95 for children ages 3-12, free for children ages 2 and younger, and free for Fernbank Members. These prices are for tickets purchased online. Tickets not purchased in advance are offered, if available, at a higher price.

CELEBRATE SPOOKY SEASON WITH HALCYON’S HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/5/23

Enjoy trick-or-treating, photo opportunities and more at the mixed-use destination

Saturday, October 28 11 am

There will be no tricks, just treats at Halycon’s fourth annual Halloween celebration! On Saturday, Oct. 28, join the mixed-use destination for trick-or-treating, character meet-and-greets and more. All ticket proceeds will directly benefit Bald Ridge Lodge, an organization that provides a safe haven to at-risk boys.

Guests are required to register ahead of the event and choose an entry time of 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. for a two-hour trick-or-treating time slot at more than 30 Halcyon businesses. Other activities include meet-and-groom farm animals, face painting, balloon twisting, caricatures, dog adoptions with FurKids and character meet-and-greets with Barbie and Spiderman. A DJ by Galaxy will also be spinning tunes on Village Green.

Halloween at Halcyon is rain or shine. Free parking is available in the parking deck and neighbors are encouraged to use rideshare apps. To purchase tickets, visit this link. For full event details, please visit the Facebook event page. For the latest information on Halcyon, upcoming events and a roster of retailers and restaurants, visit www.visithalcyon.com or follow @VisitHalcyon on Instagram and Facebook

HALCYON TO HOST WITCHES NIGHT OUT, A BEWITCHING EVENTING OF ENCHANTMENT

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/2/23

The annual Ladies Night Out event returns benefitting All For One Foundation

Thursday, October 19th

Ladies, hop on your broomsticks and soar over to Halcyon for a haunting night of food, drinks, dancing and a scary good time at Witches Night Out, benefitting All For One Foundation.

Don’t let fear hold you back—embrace the spooky fun! Enjoy an adult trick-or-treating adventure at Halcyon and a variety of activities, including dancing to DJ Ed’s lively beats in the Village Green, live music and dancing at Eclipse di Luna, a DJ spinning tunes at HOBNOB, a thrilling costume contest with prizes for the best group and individual costumes and Halloween-themed cocktails at select Halcyon restaurants. For an extra touch of wickedness, ladies can craft their own bouquet with Gussied Up Flower Truck, create fall-themed crafts with Board & Brush at Fuel Coffee and take advantage of special discounts at Halcyon’s retailers. Purchase a $10 raffle ticket for a chance to win a VIP experience for you and three of your witches to enjoy a Halloween-themed VIP table on Village Green, a bottle of wine from Rise & Wine and a charcuterie box from Il Bottegone. Ticket holders will receive a voucher for a complimentary facial courtesy of Clean Your Dirty Face. 

All ticket and raffle ticket proceeds will directly benefit All For One Foundation. Since its founding in 2002, All For One Foundation has been dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families through collaborative global partnerships helping underserved populations by improving social conditions, educational opportunities and healthcare availability. 

This event is rain or shine. Free parking is available in the parking deck and neighbors are encouraged to use rideshare apps. To purchase tickets, visit here. For full event details, please visit the Facebook event page. For the latest information on Halcyon, upcoming events and a roster of retailers and restaurants, visit www.visithalcyon.com or follow @VisitHalcyon on Instagram and Facebook

THE BLIND PIG PARLOUR BAR GETS INTO THE HALLOWEEN SPIRIT WITH WICKED PIG POP-UP STARTING SEPT. 29

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/30/23

 The Blind Pig Parlour Bar lures guests to eat, drink and be scary at its newest pop-up experience—The Wicked Pig. Starting Friday, Sept. 29, the Buckhead speakeasy is transforming into a hauntingly fun destination boasting spine-tingling décor, and a mesmerizing vibe. Guests can sip on a variety of creative Halloween-themed cocktails and sink their teeth into light bites inspired by the spooky season.

Among the spooky sippers and shots served in syringes are:

  • Rosemary’s Baby – jalapeño-infused El Jimador, blackberry-rosemary syrup, lemon, and Cointreau
  • Pumpkin spice espresso martini – coffee liqueur, cold brew, and orange topped with chai foam
  • Schizophrenia – Old Forester, Banhez mezcal, rosemary simple, black walnut bitters, and orange bitters
  • I Put a Spell on You – pink lemonade vodka, butterfly pea-infused Chareau, grapefruit, and soda water
  • Vampire’s Kiss – Banhez mezcal, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, and lemon
  • B12 shot – vanilla vodka, Frangelico, and lemon
  • Adrenaline shot – Captain Morgan, dry Curaçao, Drambuie, and grapefruit

Halloween-themed light bites include:

  • CharCUTerie if you dare – sliced meats and cheeses, fruit, and accompaniments ($20)
  • Black bean hummus – served with carrots and pita ($8)
  • Buffalo tempura cauliflower – served with blue cheese dressing ($10)
  • Mummy dogs – phyllo-wrapped hot dog with dipping sauces ($10)
  • Spooky deviled eggs ($8)
  • Pumpkin cheesecake jar ($6)
  • Flaming s’more ($10)

The Wicked Pig will be open Wednesday-Saturday starting Sept. 29-Nov. 4 from 5 p.m. until late. Reservations are strongly recommended through OpenTable. Walk-ins are available at the bar on a first-come, first-served basis. The Wicked Pig may be reserved for small parties and special events any day of the week.

The Wicked Pig is located at 128 East Andrews Dr., NE in Atlanta. For more information, visit theblindpigparlourbar.com.

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 and The Works

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.

Sat., Oct. 28, 8pm-Close – Hogwarts Halloween at Hampton + HudsonCalling all wizards! The Inman Park neighborhood restaurant and bar will host a celebration that’s sure to be magic. The Harry Potter themed event is free and open to the public, and will feature an OMG Photo Booth starting at 8pm, a costume contest with prizes at 11pm, a DJ spinning tunes all night plus food and beverage specials 

Tues., Oct. 31, 8-10pm – Halloween Trivia at Hampton + Hudson

Hampton + Hudson’s weekly trivia night is taking a spooky turn on Tuesday, October 31 with Halloween-themed trivia. Host Adam Greene will challenge contestants with thrilling questions, plus there will be festive food and drink specials, and a costume contest.

Atlanta Eateries Scare Up Spine-Tingling Halloween Events and Offerings

It’s officially Halloween season, and some of Atlanta’s favorite restaurants are taking on the holiday with numerous ways to eat, drink, and be scary. From rooftop fun at Virtue to Halloween candy and wine pairings at Postino WineCafé, revelers can get spooked in the most satisfying ways.

The annual HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern Halloween party is on Saturday, Oct. 28 at both the Halcyon and Atlantic Station locations. The party kicks off at 7 p.m., and guests can expect $5 spooky shots, DJ tunes starting at 8 p.m. and a hair-raising costume contest at 10 p.m. with a $100 gift card prize for the winner. Tables can be booked via OpenTable. Those looking to get the festivities started sooner can join HOBNOB’s Halcyon location for Halcyon’s “Witches Night Out” event on Oct. 19 from 6-10 p.m. with DJ music on the rooftop.

Postino WineCafé—with locations in Buckhead and West Midtown—invites guests to embrace the flavors of the season with suggestions for whimsical wine and candy pairings. Curated by Postino’s vice president of beverage and seasoned sommelier Brent Karlicek, guests are encouraged to try four spine-chilling pairing suggestions: Hi-Rise + Skittles, Fiore Moscato D’Asti + Starburst, Holly’s Way + Caramel Apple Pops, and Mary Taylor’s + Twizzlers.

The Blind Pig Parlour Bar presents The Wicked Pig, a Halloween pop-up through Nov. 4. Patrons can expect spooktacular drinks like Rosemary’s Baby and Vampire’s Kiss as well as scary bites like CharCUTerie if you dare and mummy dogs.The Wicked Pig is open Wednesday-Saturday from 5 p.m. until late now through Nov. 4. Reservations are strongly recommended through OpenTable.

What’s better than having a Halloween party? A Halloween party on a rooftop! Virtue Rooftop, atop 5Church Midtown, is having a wicked Halloween Rooftop party on Oct. 28 from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Virtue Rooftop has all vibes covered with its three distinct spaces, which include the ballroom, covered patio, and exposed rooftop. Guests are required to wear a costume that adheres to health code standards (no nudity or lewd costumes allowed) and will be greeted with a complimentary welcome glass of Champagne. Tickets are $45 for this 21-and-over event and can be purchased online.

ENZO Steakhouse & Bar Hosts a Spooktacular Halloween Party and Pumpkin Carving Competition

Ghouls, goblins, witches and wizards of all ages are invited to an afternoon of frights, delights and friendly competition during ENZO Steakhouse & Bar’s Spooktacular Halloween Party & Pumpkin Carving Contest. Free to attend and featuring Halloween-themed treats, boo-zy concoctions for the adults and plenty of surprises for the kiddos, guests can enter the pumpkin carving contest  and soak up the fall weather on the covered patio for just $10. Benefiting Two Sparrows Village, a nonprofit organization with a mission to create communities where adults with disabilities can achieve independence, participants will receive a pumpkin and utensils to create their very own jack-o-lantern masterpiece. To raise the stakes, patrons and local businesses in and around the Town at Trilith are invited to enter the competition by dropping off a carved pumpkin along with the $10 entry fee to the restaurant on or by October 28, 2023. Entrants will have the chance to win dinner for six, four, two and more. Competing pumpkins will be on display and available for voting through Tuesday, October 31st at 6 p.m. Winners will be announced on Halloween night during ENZO’s festive dinner service, Pasta, Pumpkins and Potions, filled with frighteningly delicious food and drink specials. For more information or to register for the all ages pumpkin carving contest, visit enzo-itl.com. ENZO Steakhouse & Bar is located in the Town at Trilith at 300 Trilith Pkwy, Suite 230, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @enzoitl. 

Dart to Flight Club for Halloween Weekend 

Gather the crew and step right up to secure a spot for Flight Club’s spooktacular Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 28th. Starting at 7 p.m., partygoers can sip on specialty cocktails straight out of the cauldron like the Blood & Smoke, a tantalizing mix of beet, mezcal and Chile vodka while enjoying an array of treats including seasonal cotton candy. Adding to the eerie evening, guests will be greeted by a tarot card reader and magician, ready to unveil secrets of past, present and future. Flight Club is also hosting a virtual costume contest for a chance to win big. Revelers can snap a hauntingly stylish pic of their costume in the venue, share it on Instagram until Monday, October 30th, and tag @flightclubdartsusa. Voting will take place Halloween night on their Instagram stories and the winner will score the Flight Club Friendsgiving prize, which includes a complimentary 90-minute Social Darts reservation for up to 12 guests, accompanied by a $100 credit for food and beverages, redeemable on or before December 30, 2023. Flight Club Atlanta is located at 1055 Howell Mill Rd Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit https://flightclubdartsusa.com/atlanta/atlanta. Stay connected on Instagram at @flightclubdartsusa. 

Bid Noni’s Farewell During ‘The Finale’ Halloween Weekend 

While the iconic Edgewood Avenue eatery is preparing to close its doors after 15 years at the end of October, Noni’s still has a few tricks (and treats) up its sleeve. In addition to hosting nonstop events throughout the month, from drag shows and PRIDE parties to a comedy night, on Saturday, October 28th, owner Matt Rupert and his team are throwing one last Halloween bash, The Finale. Beginning at 5 p.m., guests are invited to raise a glass to the beloved neighborhood haunt during the final dinner service, and at 8 p.m., an all-star DJ lineup will take the farewell celebration to the next level, providing the perfect soundtrack for what is sure an epic night for the books. Cover for The Finale at Noni’s is $1.50 and costumes both frightful and delightful are strongly encouraged. Noni’s is located at 357 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. For more information or to purchase commemorative merchandise, visit www.nonisdeli.com. Stay connected on Instagram and Twitter at @nonisdeli and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nonisbaranddeli. 

Tee Off Spooky Season at Puttshack Atlanta 

‘Tis the season to get spooky, and Puttshack Atlanta is going all out with a host of frights and delights throughout October 2023. New flavors hit the scene as their menu expands and introduces more globally inspired favorites, from a mouthwatering Bacon Jalapeño Cheeseburger to Lebanese Hummus and Rendang Lettuce Wraps, that will fuel mini golf enthusiasts of any age. Those looking to mix and mingle in style are invited to back-to-back day parties on the patio on Saturdays, October 14th and 21st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., where guests can lounge by the fire pit and sip on specialty D’USSÉ cocktails while soaking up the sound stylings of local DJs. Halloween weekend only, Puttshack’s Spooky Painkiller cocktail will make a hauntingly delicious appearance on the menu. Guests can enjoy this eerie concoction featuring a mix of rum, fresh orange and pineapple juices, and coconut cream and garnished with black cherry and lychee eyeballs before it disappears until the next year. Puttshack Atlanta is located in West Midtown at 1115 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, call 404.738.7888 or visit www.puttshack.com. Stay connected on Instagram and Twitter at @Puttshack and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Puttshack.  

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 21, 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-722264652017?aff=erelexpmlt  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. Stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks.   

A Night of Spells and Spirits at Vesper Atlanta 

Wizarding wonders await in the heart of Glenwood Park as Vesper Atlanta transforms into the Great Hall at Hogwarts. Prepare to embark on a journey into the enchanting realm of Harry Potter on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Beginning at 7 p.m., attendees are invited to don their finest Potter-inspired attire or costume of their choosing for a night full of magical mayhem and lasting memories. The witch or wizard with the most imaginative and spellbinding outfit will have the chance to win a $100 Vesper gift certificate during the high-energy Halloween costume contest. Delve into menu favorites such as the lobster quesadilla, totchos or the pub chicken sandwich as their team brews up whimsical cocktails and captivating zero-proof potions for all. From the dedicated Harry Potter enthusiast to partygoers simply seeking an unforgettable Halloween bash, Vesper promises a magical experience not to be missed. Vesper’s Harry Potter Halloween Bash is free to attend. Vesper Atlanta is open Tuesday through Sunday beginning at 5 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.vesperatl.com or call 404.936.6902. Vesper is located at 924 Garrett St. Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30316. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @vesperatl

Spooky Cocktails at Minero at Ponce City Market!

The Mexican bar and restaurant is pouring three festive cocktails perfect for this spooky season! 

  • Moonlight Marg is made with Tanteo organic blanco tequila, lime juice, Brovo orange liqueur, blackberry purée, lime garnish, & a black salt rim
  • Bruja Brew is a wickedly tasty concoction of blanco tequila, lime juice, Brovo orange liqueur, agave, activated charcoal powder & a lime garnish

Smashing Pumpkins is a delicious take on fall flavor with vodka, pumpkin cream, cinnamon & crushed graham cracker crumbs

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. Tickets are available here for $25.

Fri., Oct. 27, 7-10pm – Bottle Painting at Gallery Anderson Smith at Buckhead VillageGallery Anderson Smith will celebrate with an enchanting evening of Halloween-themed creativity and delightful libations. Guests will discover the artist within them as the Buckhead Village gallery hosts their Halloween Paint & Sip event, where participants use empty liquor bottles as their canvas, adding a thrilling twist to the artistic journey. All the necessary materials, including paint, brushes, artificial flowers and meticulously cleaned liquor bottles, will be readily provided. While crafting the bottle masterpieces, guests will relish in the flavors of Halloween-inspired libations, thoughtfully curated by THE BARTENDERS CLUB. Attendees are welcome to enhance the enchantment by donning their favorite costume – there’s even a prize waiting for the best-dressed guest! Tickets are available here.

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?