🎃 Halloween Weekend Arrives, New Asian Fusion in Brookhaven & Trick-or-Treat Across Perimeter

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Morning, neighbors!

October flew by! And here we are. It’s a jam-packed Halloween weekend, and we’ve got treats on every corner of the Perimeter.

It starts tonight with Dunwoody's "Truck or Treat" at Brook Run Park from 5-9 p.m. Food trucks will line the Great Lawn while costumed kids collect candy under the stars. 

Friday, being Halloween day, sees simultaneous celebrations at Ashford Lane (4-6 p.m.), High Street's new plaza (5:30-8:30 p.m.), and Town Brookhaven's Fall Sounds concert with live music until 9 p.m.

For the grown-ups, The Springs Cinema screens John Carpenter's original Halloween on Friday night with full bar service, while Vino Venue hosts their 21+ Pumpkin Fright Fest wine pairing at 7 p.m. Saturday shifts gears with Vino's Day of the Dead cocktail class featuring agave spirits.

Weekend mornings bring normalcy with farmers markets at Sandy Springs City Green (Saturday 8:30 a.m.) and Brookhaven's Fernwood Circle (9 a.m.).

Sunday wraps up with the Miles for Melanoma 5K at Brook Run Park (9 a.m. start) and a Taylor Swift tribute show at City Springs' Byers Theatre (8 p.m.—tickets start at $50) spanning all her eras.

Peachtree Corners Town Center Green
Saturday, Nov. 1
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
FREE with registration

Atlanta's biggest canine Halloween celebration takes over Peachtree Corners Town Center this Saturday, bringing together dozens of rescue organizations and hundreds of costumed pups for a day of games, contests, and adoption opportunities.

The festival transforms the Town Center Green into a dog lover's paradise with interactive game stations where pups can test their skills, from agility courses to a professional lure chase that gets even couch potato dogs sprinting with joy.

The costume parade peaks at noon for large dogs and 2 p.m. for small dogs, with prizes for scariest, funniest, and best overall getups. Past years have seen everything from hot dog costumes to elaborate Disney characters, with many owners coordinating matching outfits.

Beyond the Instagram-worthy moments, the festival's heart lies in connecting adoptable dogs with forever families - over 20 rescue organizations will have sweet pups on-site looking for homes.

The Wiggle Butt Contest at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. celebrates pure canine joy, while the Silly-or-Not-So-Silly Trick Contest runs three times throughout the day for dogs who want to show off their skills.

Pre-registration is required but free - arrive early to swap your online ticket for a PLAY wristband at the registration booth, which enters you into the Dog Toy Hunt and scores a free toy while supplies last.

The Bone Bar serves adult beverages while food trucks line up along the green, making it easy to spend the full six hours without leaving your four-legged friend's side.

Free parking fills up fast in the Town Center deck, but additional lots on Davinci Court and The Forum across the pedestrian bridge provide overflow options.

Dogs must stay leashed except in fenced game areas and need current vaccinations - this is a rain-or-shine event because as organizers say, "Your dog won't mind!"

To register and learn more, click here to visit the official event website.

A former vacant space in Brookhaven's Parkside development has transformed into Mirae, an upscale Asian fusion concept that soft-opened October 24.

The chef-driven restaurant brings shareable plates and an ambitious bar program to the Dresden corridor. Early menu glimpses show Korean-influenced dishes alongside Japanese techniques and Southeast Asian flavors.

The polished interior features an open kitchen and seats about 80, adding a sophisticated dining option to Brookhaven's growing culinary scene.

Read the full story about the opening by clicking here.

Browse the menu and more on the official website here.

Designer toy retailer POP MART has opened its first Georgia location at Perimeter Mall in space #1355, bringing the collectible art toy (Labubu, anyone?) phenomenon to Atlanta.

The store features hundreds of blind box series, limited editions, and exclusive releases from artists worldwide, creating a new destination for the mall's younger shoppers and collectors who previously ordered online.

Read the Full Story.

Learn more about POP MART by clicking here.

Brookhaven City Manager Christian Sigman presented a 2026 budget that would raise property taxes for the first time in the city's 13-year history, increasing the millage rate from 2.74 to 3.54 mills.

The average homeowner with a $775,000 property would pay an additional $240 annually to fund critical services including E911 dispatch, parks maintenance, and police technology.

The proposed $42.7 million budget addresses longstanding needs including a $1 million increase for ChatComm 911 services and full-year funding for the Police Department's Real Time Crime Center.

Even with the increase, Brookhaven would maintain the second-lowest tax rate among DeKalb cities, with only Dunwoody lower at 40.165 total mills.

Public hearings are scheduled for November 5 and November 18 at Brookhaven City Centre before the Council votes.

View the Proposed Budget here.

Chulo is a 3-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix weighing 30 pounds who's described as having a "sweet, mellow personality with a love for cuddles and kisses." This gentle boy was originally adopted from Furkids as a puppy but returned to find a home better suited to his calm nature.

He's a dream dog for the right family - fully housetrained, crate trained, and even rings a bell when he needs to go outside! Chulo knows commands like sit, stay, and wait, gets along great with cats and older dogs, and has zero aggressive tendencies.

He loves sunbathing, gentle walks, and the occasional game of fetch, but startles at loud noises like storms or vacuums, so he'd thrive in a quieter home.

Chulo is available through Furkids Animal Rescue at their Alpharetta shelter. He needs a home with older children or adults only and would love a fenced yard for safe outdoor time. His $315 adoption fee includes neuter, vaccinations, and microchip. This affectionate, well-mannered boy is ready to be someone's perfect companion.

View Chulo’s adoption profile by clicking here.

🎃 Truck or Treat | Brook Run Park | Thu, Oct 30 | 5:00-9:00 PM | More
Food trucks and trick-or-treating on the Great Lawn. Bring costumes and blankets for this free community celebration.

🎃 Trick-or-Treat at Ashford Lane | Ashford Lane | Fri, Oct 31 | 4:00-6:00 PM | More
Shop-to-shop candy collection around the green. Perfect for younger kids before dark.

🎃 Hauntings on High Street | High Street Plaza | Fri, Oct 31 | 5:30-8:30 PM | More
New Dunwoody district hosts Halloween fun with live entertainment and treats.

🎵 Halloween Fall Sounds at Town Brookhaven | Town Brookhaven | Fri, Oct 31 | 5:00-9:00 PM | More
Outdoor concert near Publix green. Costumes welcome, restaurants and bars steps away.

🍅 Sandy Springs Farmers Market | City Springs | Sat, Nov 1 | 8:30 AM-12:00 PM | More
Weekly market with seasonal produce and artisan goods at City Green. Rain or shine.

🥕 Brookhaven Farmers Market | Fernwood Circle | Sat, Nov 1 | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM | More
Community market with local makers and fresh harvest in the Fernwood parking area.

☃️ Free First Saturday: Whispers of Winter | Dunwoody Nature Center | Sat, Nov 1 | 2:30-4 PM | More
Family-friendly fun with naturalist-led exploration. Learn and discover how incredible winter can be.

🏃 Miles for Melanoma 5K | Brook Run Park | Sun, Nov 2 | 9:00 AM | More
Annual run supporting melanoma research. Flat course through park trails, all ages welcome.

🎤 Blank Space: Taylor Swift Tribute | City Springs Theatre | Sun, Nov 2 | 8:00 PM | More
Full-band tribute spanning all eras from Fearless to Midnights. Tickets $28-85, all ages.

🎬 Beetlejuice Movie Party | Springs Cinema | Thu, Oct 30 | Evening | More
Interactive screening at Sandy Springs' boutique cinema with themed fun. Full bar, recliners.

🎬 Halloween (1978) Classic | Springs Cinema | Fri, Oct 31 | 7:00 & 9:15 PM | More
John Carpenter's original slasher on the big screen. Rated R, full bar and kitchen.

🍷 Pumpkin Fright Fest Wine Pairing (21+) | Vino Venue | Fri, Oct 31 | 7:00 PM | More
Halloween-themed wine and bites evening with seasonal pairings and spooky atmosphere.

🍹 Day of the Dead Cocktail Class (21+) | Vino Venue | Sat, Nov 1 | 7:00 PM | More
Hands-on agave spirits workshop with Dia de los Muertos recipes. Tickets include materials.

🎭 SANGAM Indian Classical Performance | City Springs Studio | Sat, Nov 1 | 7:00 PM | More
Carnatic and Hindustani music with classical dance. Intimate studio setting, tickets $20-100.

🎮 Kart & Concert | Battle & Brew | Sun, Nov 2 | 7:30 PM | More
Mario Kart mayhem and live music magic. Free to watch. $15 to race (win a drink). 18+ after 7 PM, 21+ after 10 PM.