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SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS THIS WEEK!

By Becky Samford, Publisher Duluth, Norcross, Suwanee, Johns Creek & Peachtree Corners Macaroni Kid October 21, 2023

NOTE: LOCAL EVENTS ARE HIGHLIGHTED


TUES OCT 24

🎃10 & 11:30 AM The Headless Horseman of Silly Hollow at Center for Puppetry Arts 

  • Schoolteacher Ichabod Crane helps the Headless Horseman find a new head and an even spookier image in this comedic version of the famous Washington Irving short story. Meanwhile, a jealous Brom Bones tries to run Ichabod out of town as they both vie for the affection of Katrina Van Tassel. In the end, the Horseman saves the day and everyone is “happy ever after!
WWED OCT 25/ THURS OCT 26WED

🎃10 & 11:30 AM The Headless Horseman of Silly Hollow at Center for Puppetry Arts 

  • Schoolteacher Ichabod Crane helps the Headless Horseman find a new head and an even spookier image in this comedic version of the famous Washington Irving short story. Meanwhile, a jealous Brom Bones tries to run Ichabod out of town as they both vie for the affection of Katrina Van Tassel. In the end, the Horseman saves the day and everyone is “happy ever after!

😱 W,TH 7:30 The Ghasly Dreadfuls at CPA

  • Teens and adults: The Ghastly Dreadfuls return from the dead for their yearly transit among the living.  This deadly ensemble of musicians, dancers, and puppeteers rises from the dead to take audiences into the world beyond this mortal plane with a cavalcade of creepy stories, frightful songs, and devilish dances unearthed from near and far. Our seven talented performers play instruments, sing, dance, act, and incorporate a wide range of puppetry styles to tell their gothic tales. 
FRIDAY OCT 27FRI

👻 5-9:00 PM FREE Howl on the Green in downtown Duluth

  • Howl on the Green is a family friendly event. Bring your kids, friends and furry pets for a night filled of fun, sweet treats, great food and out-of-this-world entertainment on Duluth Town Green! The event turns into fright at dark. Fire dancers make their way through the crowds as mystical creatures emerge, while aerialists hang from the Festival Center Stage and dancing iconic fairytale characters light up the night! There is surprising entertainment for everyone to enjoy!
    **This event is rain or shine**
FRI OCT 27/ SAT OCT 28/  SUN OCT 29

🎃10 & 11:30 AM The Headless Horseman of Silly Hollow at Center for Puppetry Arts 

  • Schoolteacher Ichabod Crane helps the Headless Horseman find a new head and an even spookier image in this comedic version of the famous Washington Irving short story. Meanwhile, a jealous Brom Bones tries to run Ichabod out of town as they both vie for the affection of Katrina Van Tassel. In the end, the Horseman saves the day and everyone is “happy ever after!”

🎃 2:00PM -10PM: Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park

  • Play by Day as you enjoy family-friendly park attractions and special fall entertainment featuring some of your favorite classic storybook characters! Then, after the sun goes down, you’ll Glow by Night in a whole new light with our nighttime Glow-a-Long Party Parade, NEWPumpkin Drone Show, World’s Largest Pumpkin Light Show, and plenty of other not-so-spooky glowing experiences!

🍭11AM- 1PM SATURDAY ONLY: Trick or Treating at The Forum in Peachtree Corners

  • Ghosts, goblins and goodies, oh my! Kick off Halloween early with a spook-tacular celebration for the whole family and enjoy Trick-or-Treating at all participating retailers and restaurants.

🧛 12PM TO 4PM: Six Flags Daytime activities - Austell                                                                 

  • Daytime activities include rides and treats for the little ghouls and goblins.

🍭2 -4PM Trunk or Treat and School Supply Drivein Norcross

  • Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of trunk or treat! Come in costume bring a school supply to donate and visit the trunks for treats! For our school supply drive we are collecting: notebook paper, pencils, glue sticks, colored pencils, small scissors, crayons, paper towels, Chlorox wipes and Kleenex. All supplies will be donated to local schools.

🧛 4PM - 10PM: Six Flags Fright Fest - Austell                                                                 

  •  Scary ghouls & zombies come out at night! There's plenty of haunted houses, spooky shows, frightening rides and scare zones. 

🍭📽️ 5- 10 PM SATURDAY ONLY: Trick or Treating plus "Dinner and a BOOvie" in Suwanee

  • You better BOO-lieve we love Halloween! If you’re a boy or ghoul who loves scary-tale endings, then join us for a sweet treat in the park. Dinner and a BOOvie includes trick-or-treating along Town Center Avenue merchant storefronts, inflatables and games for the kiddos, food trucks and sweets, PLUS a double-feature movie! Wear your best costumes and come with your own blankets & chairs to enjoy this outdoor event. Food, to-go beverages, and more are available for purchase. 

😱 7-11:00PM  NETHERWORLD HAUNTED HOUSE - Stone Mountain 

  • Teens and adults: NETHERWORLD Haunted House, Atlanta's Ultimate Haunted House, is not only one of the scariest haunted houses in Georgia and the Southeast, but one of the Top Haunted Houses in the Nation! A walk-through dark attraction filled with terrifying live actors, amazing special effects, and incredible monsters. 

😱  Fri & SAT 8:00 (No show on Sun) The Ghasly Dreadfuls at CPA

  • Teens and adults: The Ghastly Dreadfuls return from the dead for their yearly transit among the living.  This deadly ensemble of musicians, dancers, and puppeteers rises from the dead to take audiences into the world beyond this mortal plane with a cavalcade of creepy stories, frightful songs, and devilish dances unearthed from near and far. Our seven talented performers play instruments, sing, dance, act, and incorporate a wide range of puppetry styles to tell their gothic tales. 

🎃 4-6pm SUNDAY ONLY FREE Halloween Fun Fest at Peachtree Ridge High School

  • Life Church International will be hosting this FREE Halloween Fun Fest event!  Get your costumes ready for a great time! We will have cool booths for kids and adults to enjoy, while getting lots of candy and fun activities to do!



Did I miss something? Please email the information to me at beckys@macaronikid.com and I will add it asap! Thanks!!

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