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NetherWorld Haunted House, Stone Mountain

Terrifying special effects, spooky monsters, and live actors trying to scare the daylights out of you fill this haunted attraction, named the number one haunted house in the U.S. fearworld.com

November

Diwali & Annakut Celebrations, BAPS

Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

Five days of cultural programs, entertainment, and fireworks mark the Diwali festival of lights, one of the most auspicious days on the Hindu calendar. baps.org/atlanta

Atlanta Gladiators

Season Opener, Gas South Arena

Gwinnett’s minor league hockey team is back on the ice. The season runs through April. atlantagladiators.com

Lilburn Daze, Lilburn City Park

The Lilburn Women’s Club and the City of Lilburn join forces for this fun arts and crafts event with entertainment, rides, kids activities, food trucks, workshops, and more. lilburndaze.org

Stone Mountain Highland Games, Stone Mountain Park

The meadows of Stone Mountain transform into the Scottish Highlands, with pipe and drum bands, demonstrations, and athletic challenges. smhg.org

Sugar Rush, the Bowl at Sugar Hill

The City of Sugar Hill presents its annual free concert. More highlights include carnival rides, artist stalls, a juried art show, food vendors, and loads of family fun. cityofsugarhill.com

’Tis the Season

Harvest Fest, Lawrenceville Lawn

Celebrate all things fall at this Saturday event. Paint pumpkins, ride the trackless train, visit the petting zoo, and enjoy live music all day long. downtownlawrencevillega.com

Holiday Glow on the Town Green, Peachtree Corners

A holiday concert, a community procession around the Town Green (complete with Santa riding on the Polar Express), and a tree lighting round out this festive celebration. peachtreecornersga.gov

Christmas cheer is in full force at Sparkle! Celebration + Tree Lighting in downtown Norcross. This series of magical holiday events includes a tree lighting, concerts, rides through charming downtown in a horse-drawn carriage, hot cocoa and s’mores, and photos with Santa. Plus, shop the holiday market for gifts and other festive fare. norcrossga.net

Peachtree Corners

Festival taking place in the fall. Bring the kids for face-painting, sand art, and bubble fun. peachtreecorners festival.com

Suwanee Wine Fest, Town Center Park

Sample more than 150 wines from all over the world while enjoying food, music, and a market. suwaneewinefest.com

December

Holiday Celebration, the Bowl at Sugar Hill

Get in the holiday spirit with ice skating, carriage rides, a holiday market, and free photos with Santa. thebowlatsugarhill.com

For a complete list of events, visit explore gwinnett.org

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