Fall is here, and we’re excited to share all the fun, family-friendly events happening around town! From trunk-or-treats and pumpkin patches to some spooky surprises, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’ve even included some favorite spots within an hour of Stonecrest, Conyers, and Covington, perfect for a fun family day trip!
This list will be updated regularly, so be sure to check back for new additions!
Please note: All events are subject to change without notice. Check the business website before you head out.
Do you have a local family-friendly event that you'd like to have added to this guide? Send it my way!
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Pumpkin Patches
Covington First United Methodist Church (opens October 2)
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- Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park (September 14 - November 3)
- Oakland’s 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival (October 5)
Corn Mazes (Farther Away)
- Dickey Farms Corn Maze (Open Sat-Sun starting September 21)
- Corn Maze at Lane Southern Orchards (Open Wed-Sun)
Halloween
Lil' Witches and Warlocks Magical Moonlight Walk (October 5)
Haunted History Tours at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, Session 1 (October 8)
Haunted History Tours at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, Session 2 (October 9)
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- Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween Tour (October 17-20; 24-27)
- Boo at the Zoo (October 19-20; 26-27)
- Trick or Treat at the Children's Museum of Atlanta (October 19)
- Haunted Hayride at Shady Dale Rodeo Grounds (October 19)
- Haunted Village at Hard Labor Creek (October 19)
- Dinosaur Trick or Treat at Fernbank (October 26)
- The Great Trick or Treat at Atlanta History Center (October 27)
- Downtown Trick or Treating in Social Circle (October 31)
Trick or Treat / Trunk or Treat
Rockdale County's Trunk or Treat (October 25)
Trunk or Treat Night (October 25)
Trunk or Treat at Prospect Church at Oak Hill (October 26)
Halloween Festival (October 26)
Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook-Off by Wesley Methodist Church, Covington (October 27)
Trunk or Treat at Covington First United Methodist Church (October 27)
Trunk or Treat at Living Way World Church (October 27)
Trick or Treat at Legion Field (October 31)
Want to drive farther? Check out
- Boo at the Zoo (October 19-20; 26-27)
- Dinosaur Trick or Treat at Fernbank (October 26)
- The Great Trick or Treat at Atlanta History Center (October 27)
Adults Only Events (Farther Away)
- Fernbank After Dark: Potions & Poisons (October 11)
- Fernbank Fright Night (October 25)
