Wild Rumpus celebrates 15th year with largest crowd ever

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

A young puff the marshmallow man gets ready for the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

A young puff the marshmallow man gets ready for the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Some local clowns before the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Some local clowns before the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Locals get ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

A drum circle gets the crowd ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

A drum circle gets the crowd ready for the start of the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Master of Ceremonies and founder Timi Conley kicks off the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Master of Ceremonies and founder Timi Conley kicks off the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

LG and SquallŽ perform during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

LG and SquallŽ perform during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

A band plays on the street during 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

A band plays on the street during 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

A fire breather performs during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

A fire breather performs during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The Booty Boyz perform at the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The Booty Boyz perform at the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Master of Ceremonies Timi Conley and the Athens Pink Flamingo lunch stuffed animals into the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Master of Ceremonies Timi Conley and the Athens Pink Flamingo lunch stuffed animals into the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Master of Ceremonies Timi Conley and the Athens Pink Flamingo lunch stuffed animals into the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Master of Ceremonies Timi Conley and the Athens Pink Flamingo lunch stuffed animals into the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Master of Ceremonies Timi Conley lunches stuffed animals into the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Master of Ceremonies Timi Conley lunches stuffed animals into the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Locals climb in the trees while the Booty Boyz perform at the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Locals climb in the trees while the Booty Boyz perform at the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

Master of Ceremoniesand founder Timi Conley speaks to the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Master of Ceremoniesand founder Timi Conley speaks to the crowd during the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

The Booty Boyz perform at the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

The Booty Boyz perform at the 15th annual Wild Rumpus Halloween Celebration in downtown Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. This year was the largest ever drawing a massive crowd of costumed revelers.

Joshua L. Jones, Athens Banner-Herald USA TODAY NETWORK

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