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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 (SOLD OUT)
Oct 31
History, Mystery, and Mayhem (SOLD OUT)

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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Holiday Spirit
Dec 4
Holiday Spirit

Join us for a two-day Holiday Spirit celebration, featuring candlelit tours of Eternal Homes, a tree lighting, holiday market, and more!

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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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