ATL Halloween Haunts, Happenings and Spooky Specials
Get ready to eat, drink, and be scary! Atlanta is brimming with Halloween happenings, from thrilling costume contests at Amore e Amore and Sweet Auburn Barbecue to spine-tingling treats and boo-zy cocktails at ENZO, SsamJang Korean BBQ, Sugar Shane’s and Vesper. Whether you’re seeking a night of mischief or some festive fun, the city has plenty of frightfully fantastic ways to celebrate.
Amore e Amore Unleashes a Nightmare on Highland This Fall
The countdown to Halloween is on at Amore e Amore. Throughout the month of October, guests will be treated to a Halloween-themed pop-up, filled with eerie decor, spine-tingling treats, and wickedly delicious Italian cuisine curated by Professor Giovanni, specialty cocktails and much more. The grand finale? Not one, but two high-energy Halloween parties, complete with costume contests, a DJ spinning spooky tunes, and plenty of bone-chilling surprises, on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Beginning at 4 p.m., and with additional seatings at 4:30 p.m. and 5 p.m., on Saturday, October 26th, the team at Amore e Amore is kicking off the Halloween festivities with three family-friendly seatings. Kids 12 and under can compete for hair-raising prizes in a family-friendly costume competition while feasting on a spooktacular kids menu featuring pizza bites, meatballs, and child-sized portions of fan-favorite entrees such as cheese ravioli, fettuccine alfredo, spaghetti and meatballs and more is available. As moonlight creeps into the sky, revelers ages 21 and over are invited to an adults-only dinner where they can indulge in a four-course pre-fixe menu for $120 per person plus alcohol, tax andgratuity. With seatings at 8 p.m., 8:15 p.m., and 8:30 p.m., guests can sip on chilling cocktails like the Witch’s Brew and Vampire Kiss, as costumed connoisseurs compete for prizes and bragging rights in a spirited costume contest. For more information or to make a reservation for a Nightmare on Highland, visit www.amoreeamore.com or call 404-600-2176. Amore e Amore is conveniently located at 467 N Highland Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30307. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @eatamoreatl.
Vesper is Brewing up Mystic Mixes for a Haunting Halloween Bash
’Tis the spooky season, and on Saturday, October 26, 2024, Vesper is conjuring up a night of spirited fun. Indulge in dangerously delicious cocktails like the Black Magic Martini and Midnight Mojito while enjoying a night filled with sweet treats and eerie sips. Arrive dressed to kill—those bold enough to don a costume will be automatically entered to win a wicked prize, and will also snag a surprise boozy treat alongside some frightfully delicious indulgences. The night promises to be a hauntingly good time, perfect for those who like their Halloween celebrations shaken, stirred, and sinister. Vesper is located on the Atlanta BeltLine in Glenwood Park at 924 Garrett St. Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30316. For more information, visit www.vesperatl.com or call 404.936.6902. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @vesperatl.
Sugar Shane’s is No Tricks and All Treats this Halloween
Trade in the typical candy for wickedly irresistible treats from Sugar Shane’s this October. The Atlanta dessert phenomenon is baking up frighteningly delicious cookies inspired by the season, like its fan-favorite Spooky S’mores. Straight from the cauldron, this graham cracker-based cookie features sweet milk chocolate chips and Reese’s pieces, topped with a delectable drizzle of milk chocolate and melted peanut butter. In addition to these spooktacular creations, now through Halloween, Sugar Shane’s is conjuring up a Mystery Box for $27.99, packed with five surprise flavors that are frightfully fun and perfect for satisfying any spooky-season cravings. With additional limited-time cookies full of fall’s best flavors, decadent cakes, gooey brownies and more, Sugar Shane’s is sweetening spooky season this October. Sugar Shane’s is available for nationwide shipping at sugarshanes.com. Visit Sugar Shane’s Gourmet Bakery in Atlanta at Midtown (398 14th Street Atlanta, GA 30318), Ponce City Market (675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE N 145 Atlanta, GA 30308), Sandy Springs (1110 Hammond Drive Suite 30 Atlanta, GA 30328), and Kennesaw (1635 Old 41 Hwy Ste 107 in Kennesaw, GA 30152). Stay connected on Instagram at @sugar_shanes and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sugarshanesatl.
Boos, Brews and Barbecue at Sweet Auburn BBQ
Now open on Mondays, Sweet Auburn Barbecue is celebrating spooky style with the Pumpkins & Pints costume and pumpkin carving party on October 28th, 2024. With two time slots at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., guests can join the hair-raising fun by purchasing a $25 ticket, which includes a pumpkin, carving kit, and their choice of draft beer. Sip on eerie fall cocktail specials while crafting a pumpkin masterpiece. Don’t forget to dress to impress—there’s a $50 gift card up for grabs for the best costume, as judged by the sharp-eyed Sweet Auburn team. The most fang-tastic way to celebrate the season is with a night of boos, brews and barbecue! Tickets are available at Sweet Auburn BBQ’s website, and space is limited. Sweet Auburn Barbecue is open seven days a week and located at 656 N. Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. For more information, visit www.sweetauburnbbq.com or call 678-515-3550. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook at @sweetauburnbbq.
Booze, Beats, and Spooky Treats at ENZO Steakhouse & Bar
Looking for a wickedly good time this Halloween? ENZO Steakhouse & Bar is summoning all ghouls and goblins for an all-day Halloween bash on Saturday, October 26, 2024! Trick-or-treaters roaming the Town at Trilith are invited to stop by for candy, bone-chilling cocktails, and devilishly delicious specials starting at brunch, 11 a.m. sharp. As the night creeps in, a high-energy DJ will take over the patio at 9 p.m., spinning spooky tunes until 11:30 p.m. Guests 21+ will enjoy a complimentary boo-zy treat, along with plenty of surprise thrills throughout the night. The festive, dog-friendly patio will be decked out in Halloween décor, while the art-filled dining room and lively bar set the scene inside. Executive Chef Andrea Montobbio’s full dinner menu will be available for those daring enough to indulge. The best part? This event is free to attend, and RSVPs are encouraged at https://enzo-itl.com/experience/booze-beats-and-spooky-treats/. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit enzo-itl.com or call 770.756.9188. ENZO Steakhouse & Bar is located in the Town at Trilith at 300 Trilith Pkwy, Suite 230, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Keep up with all the spooky updates on Facebook and Instagram at @enzoitl.
Tricks, Treats and Fiery Cuisine at SsamJang Korean BBQ
‘Tis the season to get spooky and SsamJang Korean BBQ is celebrating with an October costume competition, spine-chilling seasonal sips, and a few more tricks and treats along the way. From Tuesday, October 1st to Sunday, October 27th, those who dine in costume can enter SsamJang’s spooktacular costume contest on the restaurant’s Instagram page for the chance to win one of three prizes including a mouthwatering dinner for two. Users can vote on the best costumes from October 28th to October 31st by following @ssamjang_kbbq and tagging SsamJang and one friend. Those looking to spend the haunting holiday enjoying seared-to-perfection cuts of meat and refreshing sips can join SsamJang on October 31st for lunch or dinner. Imbibe in brews straight from the cauldron like the sweet and sour Ghost Buster, fruity Witch’s Brew and festive soju syringe shots. Those who dine in costume on Halloween will receive a discount on their meal and a special spooky goodie bag. SsamJang is open from 11 a.m. to midnight Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays. Serving only the finest beef accompanied by a diverse selection of authentic Korean cuisine, SsamJang Korean BBQ is located in Cumberland Mall at 2860 Cumberland Mall Ste 1109, Atlanta, GA 30339. For more information visit ssamjangbbq.com and stay connected on Instagram at @ssamjang_kbbq.
Scare Up Some Fun at TWO’s 4th Annual Barre, Brunch, and Boos!
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, TWO urban licks and Barre3 are teaming up once again to treat fitness and foodie fanatics to a wickedly good time during Barre, Brunch, and Boos. Conveniently located on the Atlanta BeltLine with a hauntingly beautiful skyline view, guests can start their day at 9:45 a.m. with a 45-minute spellbinding sweat session led by Barre3 Buckhead. This workout is open to all levels and uses small, large, and ghostly good movements to strengthen and tone while centering body and mind. Attendees should bring their favorite yoga mat, towel, water bottle, and your ghoul-friends. After the workout, adults 21 and over can enjoy a complimentary Bloody Mary or mimosa to lift their spirits, along with 10% off a delicious brunch. Attendees will also enjoy free parking—no tricks, just treats! Tickets are $20 per person or $15 for Barre3 members. To snag your spot before it vanishes, grab tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-barre3-brunch-boos-tickets-1028126663527. TWO urban licks is located in the Old Fourth Ward at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. For more information or to make brunch reservations, visit twourbanlicks.com or call 404.522.4622. Stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks, Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks.
