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50th Anniversary Celebration: Golden Jubilee Picnic
Sep 24
50th Anniversary Celebration: Golden Jubilee Picnic

Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Historic Oakland Foundation with an unforgettable evening honoring Oakland Cemetery’s rich history and enduring legacy. This milestone event brings together friends, supporters, and community members to celebrate, preserve, and share the stories of Oakland Cemetery.

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Sunday in the Park ft. Tunes from the Tombs
Sep 27
Sunday in the Park ft. Tunes from the Tombs

Atlanta’s liveliest Cemetery music festival returns to Oakland for its 48th year!

Inspired by the Victorian tradition of spending a leisurely day in the cemetery, Oakland’s iconic Sunday in the Park ft. Tunes from the Tombs festival blends live music, history, and family fun in one unique experience.

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Finally, Friday: Pumpkin Patch
Oct 2
Finally, Friday: Pumpkin Patch

Join us for a special autumn-themed Finally, Friday on October 2!

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Pumpkin Patch
Oct 3
Pumpkin Patch

Get ready for a fun-filled fall day at our free, family-friendly Pumpkin Patch festival!

Bring the whole family to enjoy the season's sights, flavors, and activities.

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Pumpkin Patch
Oct 4
Pumpkin Patch

Get ready for a fun-filled fall day at our free, family-friendly Pumpkin Patch festival!

Bring the whole family to enjoy the season's sights, flavors, and activities.

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DIY Dreamers Fall Break Camp
Oct 12
DIY Dreamers Fall Break Camp

Bring big ideas to life with a week full of crafting, building, and inventing! Campers will explore a range of creative skills—from sewing and sculpting to imaginative design and hands-on construction.  

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Capturing the Spirit of Oakland
Oct 15
Capturing the Spirit of Oakland

History, theatre, and the thrill of Halloween converge at one of Atlanta’s most iconic autumn traditions: Oakland Cemetery’s Capturing the Spirit of Oakland, now in its 20th year. Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween Tours will take place October 15 - 18 & 22 - 25.

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Capturing the Spirit of Oakland
Oct 22
Capturing the Spirit of Oakland

History, theatre, and the thrill of Halloween converge at one of Atlanta’s most iconic autumn traditions: Oakland Cemetery’s Capturing the Spirit of Oakland, now in its 20th year. Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween Tours will take place October 15 - 18 & 22 - 25.

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History, Mystery, and Mayhem
Oct 31
History, Mystery, and Mayhem

Discover stories that defy explanation during this 75-minute guided tour of Oakland Cemetery! 

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Día de Muertos
Nov 1
Día de Muertos

The traditional Day of the Dead festival hosted by the Consulate General of Mexico and the Institute of Mexican Culture will take place at Oakland Cemetery on November 1!

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History, Mystery, and Mayhem
Dec 5
History, Mystery, and Mayhem

Discover stories that defy explanation during this 75-minute guided tour of Oakland Cemetery! 

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We Shall Overcome: African American Stories from Civil War to Civil Rights
Dec 6
We Shall Overcome: African American Stories from Civil War to Civil Rights

This guided tour explores the lives and accomplishments of outstanding and ordinary African Americans in Atlanta.

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