Whether you're into men's fashion, geek trivia, Fall-themed events or fun parades, you'll find something to make this week a little more exciting in our weekly round-up of things to do around town.
Monday, Oct. 5
Decatur Restaurant Week
Through Thursday, Oct. 8. Take advantage, foodies. A variety of the most acclaimed Decatur restaurants including Bhojanic, Cafe Lily, The Iberian Pig, Chai Pani and more are offering their culinary experiences at exceptional prices. Find brunch, lunch and/or dinner menus at $15, $25 and $35. Event details at decaturrestaurantweek.com
Tuesday, Oct. 6
Men on Trend fashion show
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Room & Board showroom. During Westside Provision District's District Design Week, you can come and be a part of the action. Explore the latest menswear trends. Check out a modern take on men's style from Atlanta's own menswear shop TWEEDS. While you're browsing, sip on a Southern cocktail from local distillery American Spirit Whiskey. RSVP here. Event details at roomandboard.com
Open Mic Atlanta
10 p.m. - 1 a.m. at Royal Peacock. Enjoy open mic night at one of the most historic clubs in the South and bring a friend to enjoy drink specials, a hookah bar and pool table. Sign-up is from 9-10 p.m. Doors open at 10 p.m with a $10 admission fee for gentleman and $3 for ladies before 11 p.m. After 11 p.m., ladies pay $10. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/atlanta_ga/events/open-mic-atl-/
The Pumpkin Patch
Weekdays from 4-7 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Yule Forest Highway 155. Ring in the new season at this family-operated farm. Check out the outdoor classroom, bee house with live honey bees, hayrides, petting zoo and more. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/stockbridge/events/pumpkin-patch
Wednesday, Oct. 7
Geek Trivia
8 p.m. at Battle and Brew. Bring your team of brainiacs for a night of trivia featuring topics of science, "Star Wars" and more. Standard prizes are House cash for First, Second, and Third place. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/atlanta_ga/events/geek-trivia-/
Trapped in a Room with a Zombie
6:30-10:30 p.m. at Room Escape Atlanta. Bring a friend for an experience you'll always remember as you work together with other participants and use your sleuthing skills to solve puzzles, find clues and unlock a door within 60 minutes to escape a locked room while the zombie gets closer and closer. Tickets are $28 per person. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/tucker/events/trapped-room-zombie
Thursday, Oct. 8
Cocktails, Hors D'oeuvres and Book Signing for Modern Mix
5-8 p.m. at steve mckenzie's. Grab a friend and celebrate the launch of design editor and entertaining expert Eddie Ross and Jaithan Kochar's new book, "Modern Mix," with a cocktail and book signing. RSVP to shop@stevemckenzies.com. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/atlanta_ga/events/cocktails-hors-doeuvres-and-book-signing-modern
Friday, Oct. 9
Cagle's Haunted Barn
7:30 - 11 p.m. at Cagle's Family Farm. With Halloween just around the corner, get ready for a haunted attraction you won't forget. The Haunted Barn is a walk-through attraction prepared by live, trained actors where guests experience their fears and are put to the test to see if they can make it out. The Haunt is $12 but combo tickets with the famous Corn Maze are also sold for $20. Event details at events.accessatlanta.com/woodstock/events/cagles-haunted-barn
Saturday, Oct. 10
Bo Ssam Supper Series
7 p.m. to close at Seven Lamps. Enjoy a Korean-style dinner with your date as you feast on whole duck Bo Ssam prepared over an open fire pit, fresh oysters on the half shell and more. Supper costs $25 per person. Call ahead to make a reservation if possible. Event details at sevenlampsatl.com
Castleberry Hill Loft Tour
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Castleberry Hill. The Castleberry Hill Loft Tour is making a comeback this weekend. Grab some friends or a hot date as you kick off the event with the popular Art Stroll on Friday and a patron party. On Saturday, the tour welcomes attendees to explore eight hand-selected lofts, art galleries, boutiques and more. Event details at castleberryhill.org/lofttour/
Party on Ponce
5-11 p.m. at Ponce City Market. The Indigo Girls, Shawn Mullins and David Ryan will be putting on a live show for partygoers at this can't-miss event. Enjoy exclusive shopping experiences, tastings and of course, the live music, all while benefitting the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership, Georgia Organics, The Atlanta Bicycle Coalition and MODA. General admission is $85. Buy your tickets here. Event details at partyatponce.net
45th Annual Atlanta Pride Festival begins
Through Sunday, Oct. 11 in downtown Atlanta. Join the city of Atlanta for three marches/parades, live performances from the Michel Jons Band, Sister Sledge, A Great Big World and more as you celebrate 45 years of pride. The first march — The Annual Trans March — starts at 1:45 p.m. at the Charles Allen Gate. The second march on Saturday — The Annual Dyke March — begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Charles Allen Gate. Event details at atlantapride.org
Sunday, Oct. 11
Atlanta Pride Parade
Begins 1 p.m. sharp on the streets near the Civic Center MARTA Station. Grab your friends and enjoy the big parade and finale of the 45th annual Atlanta Pride Festival. Event details at atlantapride.org
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