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Where to get spooked (and celebrate) this weekend

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We have your guide to spooky season, from haunted trails to paranormal investigations.
We have your guide to spooky season, from haunted trails to paranormal investigations.
July 22, 2025

Question: Do you also feel that by the time Halloween actually rolls around, you’re already a little Halloween-ed out? Just me?

It seems like the parade of Halloween-themed events has been going on for weeks (or in some cases, months — hi, Summerween).

That being said — I love spooky season. Put me in an Elphaba costume in front of a screening of “The Babadook” and throw a pumpkin-flavored cocktail in my hand and I’m in Halloween heaven.

If you’re in the mood for a little mayhem yourself:

🕷️ Check out Halloween events happening over the next few days at bars, restaurants and other venues that are ready to spook you out.

💀 Dia de los Muertos events over the weekend will help honor the dead, including a festival at Oakland Cemetery featuring traditional folkloric dances, live music and colorful ofrendas.

👻 Who ya gonna call? If you think your house or business is haunted, Georgia Paranormal Investigations is on the case.

About the Author

Yvonne Zusel has been with the AJC since 2010. She worked on the digital news and food and dining teams before joining the arts & entertainment team.

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