From Costume Contests and DJ Tunes to Specialty Drinks and Family-Friendly Activities, There’s Something for Everyone
Atlanta is bursting with spooky celebrations and delicious dining experiences for all ages this Halloween season. Whether you’re looking for a night out with the family or a fun date night, these local spots have thrilling events and tasty treats. This spooky season has spine-chilling fun and delightful flavors, from costume contests to specialty cocktails. The following is a sampling of frightfully fun events around Atlanta.
Bitzel’s Chocolate: Spooky Sweet Treats
- For a Halloween sugar rush, look no further than Bitzel’s Chocolate. They’ve crafted a range of fun, spooky treats (pictured below) perfect for the season, including mega OREO and Rice Krispy creations. These delectable goodies are available through Oct. 31, making them the ideal addition to any Halloween celebration.
HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern: Eat, Drink and Be Scary
- Guests can prepare for a spooky good time at HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern’s Halloween parties. The Peachtree City location is hosting a family-friendly kids’ party from 5-7 p.m. on Oct. 26, with a costume contest at 6 p.m. offering a $25 gift certificate prize. Adults can join the festivities at 8 p.m., where the best costume will earn a $100 gift certificate. Enjoy spooky shots for just $5 while the DJ keeps the party going from 7 p.m. until late. At the Halcyon and Atlantic Station locations, the fun begins at 7 p.m. with a costume contest at 10 p.m. and the chance to win a $100 gift certificate.
Off Leash: Howl-o-Ween Extravaganza
- Off Leash invites guests and their furry friends to its first-ever Howl-o-Ween celebration on Saturday, Oct. 26. This family-friendly event runs from 5-10 p.m., promising an evening of fun for both humans and pups with games, arts and crafts, live music and a costume contest. The categories include Best Overall Dog Costume, Cutest Couple (dog and owner), and Best Family Costume. Winners will receive free portraits by Diego the Pet Photographer, while all other attendees can purchase spooky pet portraits. Enjoy specialty cocktails and craft beverages for the pups, and sample some of Off Leash’s delicious menu items. At the same time, the DJ spins Halloween jams from 5-7 p.m. Guests are invited to stick around for the screening of “Halloweentown” on the big screen in the park at 7 p.m. and pumpkin painting on the patio for just $5. On Halloween (Oct. 31), guests and/or their pups dressed in costume will receive 20% off their meals.
Rreal Tacos: Spooktacular Halloween Holiday Bar
- Rreal Tacos gets into the spooky spirit with its Halloween Holiday Bar running throughout October. This festive experience offers a Halloween-inspired birria taco featuring a vibrant blue corn tortilla alongside an array of creative cocktails. The bar’s eerie yet inviting atmosphere is perfect for indulging in these spine-tingling drinks: La Catrina, a margarita inspired by Mexico’s Dia de los Muertos; Zombie Punch, a haunting tequila-based cocktail with a gummy zombie eye garnish; and Witches’ Brew, a vibrant green margarita that evokes the charm of a classic witch’s potion. All seven Rreal Tacos locations are offering this frightfully delicious experience. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
The Wicked Pig: Halloween Thrills at The Blind Pig Parlour Bar
- The Blind Pig Parlour Bar has transformed into The Wicked Pig, an eerie pop-up perfect for celebrating the spooky season. With its frightful décor and ghostly vibes, this speakeasy promises an unforgettable experience with devilishly delightful Halloween-themed cocktails like the Red Blood Moon margarita and pumpkin spice espresso martini. Guests can also enjoy a haunting array of light bites, including prosciutto crostini with eyeball olives and mummy dogs in puff pastry. Open Wednesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. until late, The Wicked Pig is the ultimate destination for Halloween fun. Reservations are recommended via OpenTable.
Your 3rd Spot: Boo + You Date Night and Scary-oke
- Your 3rd Spot delivers a date night to remember with its Boo + You Date Night from 5:30 p.m.-midnight on Oct. 31. Couples can enjoy a themed evening complete with spooky delights before taking the stage for Scary-oke at 9:30 p.m. Guests visiting for the date night or the chance to sing their hearts out are bound to have a fang-tastic time.
