There will be a dog talent show, agility course, costume contests, dog wedding ceremonies, vendors and activities. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $10. www.athenshumanesociety.org

Escape the Space celebrates its 10 year anniversary with a city-wide scavenger hunt with puzzles for a $100 cash prize. 10 a.m. FREE! www.escapethespace.com/cash

This annual fall festival will feature pumpkin painting, a photo booth, carnival games and more. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm

Bring your own pumpkin or purchase one at the event to carve and enter into the contest for a prize. Supplies provided. 1–10 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai

Browse local vendors and participate in a pumpkin carving competition. 2–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/oakhousedistillery

Browse locally crafted art, decor and more then watch the parade from above. 2–11:45 p.m. www.globetavern.com

Enjoy trunk or treating, a costume contest and meeting animals up for adoption. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/164/Adoption-Center

Dress up the entire family for a spooky stroll along the trick-or-treat trail. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com

Celebrate with live music, face painting, food pop-ups, birthday cake and more. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.jitteryjoes.com

All are invited to participate in the costumed parade marching through downtown and ending in a dance party. There will be a pre-parade rally at Creature Comforts Brewing Co. and after-party at Paloma Park. 5–8 p.m. (rally), 8–11 p.m. (parade & spectacle), 11 p.m.–2 a.m. (after-party). FREE! www.wildrumpus.org

ESP’s annual family-focused fall festival will feature food trucks, inflatables, accessible activities and skydive watching. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. $5. www.espyouandme.org

A Halloween-themed Goblin Fun Run and 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. Costumes encouraged. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $25. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org

Amy Andrews will guide an exploration of the history of Prince Avenue. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com

Enjoy games, prizes, a hot dog dinner, trunk or treat and more. 5–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.firstbaptistathens.org

Enter the costume contest and enjoy a dance party. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai

Dress up and celebrate with Halloween activities. Ages 18 & older. 1 p.m. $1 (ACC resident), $1.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com

Take a twilight walking tour around some of the most historic graves in Athens led by Luis Vicente. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenshistoricalsociety

Enjoy a spooky themed event with potions, snacks, games and more. Ages 11 & up. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Screening of a mystery scary movie followed by a live podcast show with co-hosts Curtis and Hannah. 7–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Enjoy live music, pumpkin carving and a costume contest. 4–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/OakHouseDistillery

Screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and costume contest. 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

The team behind Franny’s Farmacy Athens has opened an independent business and is celebrating with giveaways, prizes, live music and more. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. FREE! www.classiccitiva.com

A immersive experience singing medicine songs and mantras, and enjoying a cup of ceremonial cacao. Registration required. 7–9 p.m. $45. www.theradharose.com

Enjoy local vendors, arts and crafts, live music and food. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.cityofelberton.net

A day of fun with craft vendors and children’s events including a bounce house, magic show, face painting and more. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.amsfallfestival.com

Explore private hardwood forests along the river, enjoy a beverage and hear from local conservationists. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriverlandtrust.kindful.com

This rescheduled 39th annual festival will showcase musicians and artists from around North Georgia. 5–10 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15 (kids under 12 FREE!). www.northgeorgiafolkfestival.org