Georgia Weekend Guide: Best Things to Do October 13 - 15, 2023!

From the Atlanta Horror Film Festival on October 13th to the Augusta Southeast Crab Feast on October 15th, there's no shortage of exciting events happening this October! Prepare to be scared and thrilled by horror films, pumpkins, haunted houses, races, witch and wizardry activities, game festivals, chalk art and a seafood feast.

Atlanta Horror Film Festival, Atlanta,GA

October 13, 2023 at 12:00pm
The Atlanta Horror Film Festival is an exciting event for horror fans that will take place at the Limelight Theater, 349 Decatur St. SE. Attendees can expect eight blocks of chilling horror shorts that range from animated tales to suspenseful stories of the unknown. Don't miss out on this opportunity to see the best of modern horror cinema!

Stone Mountain Park's Pumpkin Festival, Stone Mountain,GA

October 13, 2023 at 2:00pm
Experience a day and night of family-friendly entertainment at Stone Mountain Park's Pumpkin Festival! During the day, immerse yourself in classic storybook character meet-n-greets, pie eating contests, and plenty of fall décor. Then, after the sun goes down, the park transforms into a glowing wonderland with 3D Glow, the all-NEW Pumpkin Drone Show and the World's Largest Pumpkin Light Show. Get ready to party at Stone Mountain Park!

Mooooody Haunted House Attraction, Valdosta,GA

October 13, 2023 at 6:00pm
Visitors looking for a scary good time should head to Mooooody Haunted House in Valdosta. This terrifying attraction is located just north of Moody Air Force Base on Bemiss Road. Prepare to be frightened as you explore this legendary haunted trail.

Showdown on the Coast, Waynesville,GA

October 14, 2023
The Autumn racing season kicks off at Golden Isles Speedway on October 14th, with showdown on the Coast. Racers will compete to win the $10,000 prize, with Enduros, 602 Crate Late Models, CRUSA Dirt Late Models, and Ford-Dirt Crown Vic classes on the track. Don't miss this jam-packed day of high-octane racing entertainment!

Muddy Dash, Conyers,GA

October 14, 2023 at 8:00am
Experience a few miles of muddy fun at the Georgia International Horse Park! Enjoy running, walking, crawling, wading, slipping or sliding through a dozen Muddy Moments. Costumes are welcomed and forget about competition, as this event is all about having a good time!

Witchcraft and Wizardry Alpharetta, Alpharetta,GA

October 14, 2023 at 9:00am
Unlock the mystery and bring your magical powers to Alpharetta, GA on Saturday October 14th, 2023. Gather up to 6 friends and become detectives in a supernatural murder mystery set in a realm of witchcraft and wizardry. Discover the hidden secrets of the city while you search for clues, solve puzzles, and be the one to crack the case!

Atlanta Game Fest, Peachtree Corners,GA

October 14, 2023 at 10:30am
Atlanta Game Fest invites board game fans to gather and socialize at the Hilton Atlanta Northeast for four days of non-stop fun and games. Hundreds of board games will be available, as well as experienced players to help with the rules. Events include Robo Rally and a Flea Market, plus Werewolf game sessions Friday and Saturday night.

Chalktoberfest, Marietta,GA

October 15, 2023 at 11:00am
Come one, come all to The Marietta Square for Chalktoberfest! Enjoy a fantastic afternoon of sampling craft beers, live music from local artists, and watching professional Chalk Artists create beautiful art on the streets. Don't forget to also explore the artisan market and food trucks for delicious eats and locally crafted goods.

Augusta Southeast Crab Feast, Augusta,GA

October 15, 2023 at 1:00pm
Discover the flavors of the Lowcountry at the Augusta Southeast Crab Feast. Enjoy all-you-can-eat blue crabs and a side of fish or chips in the beautiful setting of New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Park. With a family-friendly environment, it's an event you won't want to miss.

Saint Mary of Egypt International Fall Festival, Roswell,GA

October 15, 2023 at 12:00pm
Come to Saint Mary of Egypt Orthodox Church for the Annual International Fall Festival. Enjoy the festive atmosphere with food, music, church tours, and more. Listen to the sounds of Micah Spence, Deb Shebish, and others as they combine their old-time music styles to create a unique trio. Admission is a suggested donation of $1 for adults and free for children 12 and under.

This text was created by the author with the assistance of GPT-3, a large-scale language generation model developed by OpenAI. The author reviewed, edited, and revised the draft language to their satisfaction and is fully responsible for the content of this publication.

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