Susan Swavely, Author at Secret Atlanta

Susan is proud to be an Atlanta-based writer. Originally from SC, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina with a double B.A. in English and Theatre. When she's not clicking away at a keyboard, Susan loves acting and film.

After going dark for six years, Adult Swim’s iconic billboard is back to entertain ATLiens stuck in traffic on the Downtown Connector

It’s baaaaack! If you've been driving on the Downtown Connector in the past week, you might've been presently surprised that one of Atlanta's beloved entertainment landmarks is back! Adult Swim, the A...

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This 10,000 sq. ft. Halloween pop-up bar is lurking beneath the streets of Downtown Atlanta & they’re open until 4am — devilishly delicious cocktails, Live DJs, immersive Halloween decor, 21+ only

This Halloween season, get ready for the spookiest pop-up bar in the ATL: tucked away beneath Downtown Atlanta! Haunted Underground at Underground Atlanta is a can't-miss experience with tons of delicious...

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In 1925, the ATL airport was an abandoned racetrack; 101 years later, Hartsfield-Jackson is the busiest airport in the world — And this year, they’ve buried a time capsule, not to be opened until 2126, 100 years from now

When people ask about Atlanta landmarks, several institutions instantly come to mind: from Martin Luther King Jr.'s childhood home, to the Hight Museum of Art to the only aquarium in North America with a...

Road closures for the 2026 Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade

Every October, Little 5 Points, Atlanta's wackiest, artsiest neighborhood, goes all out with a massive 2 day Halloween Festival & Parade. And this weekend, the long awaited festival is taking over the...

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Chick-fil-A announces first new sauce in 10 years: Spicy Chick-fil-A sauce

Big news for Chick-fil-A lovers in the ATL! For the first time in a DECADE, the beloved Atlanta-based chicken spot is launching a new sauce: Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce. So if you're looking to add a littl...

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In 1929, the Fox Theatre opened in the heart of Downtown Atlanta; 97 years later it’s now one of the most haunted sites in the state & you can check it out on one of the Fox Theatre’s iconic Haunted History tours

When it comes to local lore and secret ghost stories, there are few spots in the ATL with quite as storied of a past as the Fox Theatre in Downtown Atlanta. Known for its truly stunning Broadway music...

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The ‘#1 Haunted House Experience in the U.S.’ is tucked away just outside of Atlanta — Famous for its immersive movie-quality sets, live actors, special effects, & intense scares

Halloween is just around the corner, and that means one thing: we're searching for the best haunted attractions in the ATL! According to new data by SIXT, we know that one of the best haunted houses in th...

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This Michelin-recommended Southern restaurant is hosting a whimsical Halloween-inspired Royal Tea Service this October

This October get into the spirit of spooky season one ~sip~ at a time! James Beard Award-nominated Chef Joey Ward and his team at Southern Belle have all the tea... and yes, we mean the kind you drink! Ke...

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Piedmont Park announces date & details for the annual ‘Light Up the Season’ event — Everything you need to know about the 50-foot Great Tree, Menorah, and Kinara lighting, along with an all new Lantern Parade tradition this year

It might feel like fall just began... but the winter holidays are just around the corner! There are so many wonderful happenings in the ATL during the winter holidays, and you don't want to miss out o...

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A new bill aims to revitalize film production in the U.S. — Could it restore Georgia’s title as ‘The Hollywood of the South’?

On September 24th, 2026, a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers introduced the 'Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act'. Its goal? To use federal tax incentives to bring film &...