The Fall Season and Halloween in Alpharetta bring a spellbinding mix of whimsy, magic, and just‑the‑right‑amount‑of‑spooky fun. All season long, the city transforms with pop‑up experiences, family‑friendly adventures, and lively nights out. Step into themed worlds filled with witchy cocktails, storybook strolls, and streets lined with creative scarecrows that spark smiles at every turn. From enchanting indoor attractions to spirited nightlife and costume‑ready celebrations, Alpharetta serves up a Fall season packed with imagination, personality, and unforgettable moments for every age.
October Events
WIRE & WOOD ALPHARETTA SONGWRITER’S FESTIVAL
October 9-10
Friday – 6:00 to 11:00 p.m.
Saturday – 12:00 to 11:00 p.m.
This FREE two-day festival features more than 30 performances across SEVEN stages throughout downtown Alpharetta, representing a variety of genres, from Americana and Indie to Southern Rock, Pop, Country, and more. New this year, explore our Music Market featuring art and handcrafted goods all focused on music-related themes. Headliners are Corey Smith and Sister Hazel. Free admission.
October 10 – 17
Alpharetta boasts an unbeatable lineup of top-notch culinary hot spots, and Alpharetta Restaurant Week is the perfect time for patrons to try a new restaurant or revisit a favorite. With over 40 participating restaurants, featuring local Alpharetta restaurants offering a special dinner menu with multiple courses for $25-$60, and many also offer similar lunch menus for $20-$35+ (beverage, tax, and gratuity not included). Alpharetta Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to visit restaurants you’ve always wanted to try and to rediscover old favorites.
Symphony at Sunset: Halloween Spooktacular
October 11
6:00–10:00 p.m.
Ameris Bank Amphotheatre
2200 Encore Parkway
Experience a spellbinding symphonic experience filled with Halloween classics performed live by your Atlanta Symphony, along with film score favorites that are sure to delight guests of all ages.
Boo Bash at The Grove
October 17
3:00–7:00 p.m.
Alpharetta Community Center
175 Roswell St.
Enjoy a SPOOK-tacular evening filled with games, treats, and tons of fun. Explore a variety of local vendors offering Halloween-themed surprises. Free admission.
Trick or Treating at Avalon
October 24
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Avalon
400 Avalon Blvd.
Enjoy a fang-tastic Halloween celebration for kids of all ages during Avalon’s Trick or Treating event. Free admission.
Trick or Drink at Avalon
October 30
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Avalon
400 Avalon Blvd.
Stop by Avalon for a fa-boo-lous celebration filled with adult-only supernatural moonlit fun, including specialty cocktails and a live DJ.
Seasonal Happenings
Find out what is being hosted at many of the shops around the Downtown, Avalon, Windward and Northpoint areas all through the Fall and Halloween season.
Restored Apothecary
A season of Candles, Creativity and Spooky Good Vibes. Reserve your seat for any of the events below. Spots are limited for each event.
August 28-30: Heirloom Pumpkin Weekend
Make a custom heirloom pumpkin candle. Choose your color and your favorite fall fragrances.
September 5 – 4 p.m.: Practical Magic
Signature event inspired by the film. Pour your candle into a witch’s cauldron. Enjoy drinks, bites and special gift.
September 11-13 – 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Midnight Margaritas Weekend
Create a custom Midnight Margarita candle to celebrate Practical Magic 2.
September 17 – 6 p.m.: “BOO” Quiet
Mold wax flowers and dried botanicals into a dramatic centerpiece in a skull vase.
September 27 – 2 p.m: BOO-Tancial Garden Candle
Design a spooky succulent candle or ghostly graveyard scene in a wooden dough bowl.
October 3 – 2 p.m.: “BOO” Quiet
Mold wax flowers and dried botanicals into a dramatic centerpiece in a skull vase.
October 11 – 1 p.m.: Ghost Latte
Create the viral Ghost Latte and finish at the latte bar for a cozy, playful experience.
October 16 – 6p.m.: BOO-Tancial Garden Candle
Design a spooky succulent candle or ghostly graveyard scene in a wooden dough bowl.
October 31: BOO Bar and Costume Party
Open pouring all day with Halloween scents, sites and smells. Come in costume and enjoy drinks, food, music and plenty of fun.