Capturing the Spirit of Oakland - 2010 Halloween Tours
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Friday, October 22; Saturday, October 23 and Sunday, October 24, 2010
Historic Oakland Cemetery receives many visitors each day, but only at Halloween do its gates stay open after dark. Witness the magnificent final resting place of Atlanta's sons and daughters during "Capturing the Spirit of Oakland" 2010 Halloween Tours. Join us this year and hear first-hand accounts about our city's past, narrated by a host of Oakland's eternal "residents." You'll also see gorgeous candlelit mausoleums in this one-of-a-kind annual tradition. Bring a flashlightand 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. To buy tickets, click on the link below.
Limited free parking is available near the main entrance and on neighboring streets. Due to the event, parking inside the cemetery is not possible. Carpooling or taking MARTA to the King Memorial Station is recommended.
There is no rain date. In case of a severe weather cancellation, ticket holders will receive via the mail, a free pass for a future guided tour at Oakland.
This event is appropriate for children 8 and above.
Please note: There is no promotion code or discount for this event.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Space is limited and tickets do sell out early.
Please select your date and time carefully before making your purchase. Tickets cannot be exchanged by Oakland or Ticketleap once the purchase is complete.


Become a Sponsor
Oakland Cemetery offers sponsorship opportunities that will drive results and help you develop consumer relationships in a fun, unique setting. Our events offer a full package of promotional and on-site benefits, as well as year-long exposure opportunities for our partners. Call Mary Woodlan at 404 688-2107, ext. 15 for a complete sponsorship proposal.










