Capturing the Spirit of Oakland

Only at Halloween do the gates of historic Oakland Cemetery remain open after dark for the very popular annual Halloween Tours. A host of ghostly Oakland residents provide first-hand accounts about Atlanta's past. Tickets, which must be purchased in advance sell out early. The Halloween tours are appropriate for children ages eight and older.

You'll also see gorgeous candlelit mausoleums in this one-of-a-kind annual tradition. Bring a flashlight and wear comfortable walking shoes. Enjoy refreshments for sale and browse Oakland's Museum Shop for unique finds.

Guided tours start at 5:30 pm each night at the Bell Tower and last approximately one hour. You must have your ticket to enter the cemetery. To ensure all ticket holders are accommodated,tours are sold in timed increments, and a limited number of tickets are available.