Wonderful exhibitions at the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, a 501c3 non-profit community arts association.

You are invited to join ‘The Old Time Sailors’ for a lively night of sea shanties, folk music and spirited fun. Travel back to the 19th century with foot-stomping tunes, sing-alongs and an immersive musical experience. You’ll see music performed in a way you have never seen before. The band and their plethora of traditional and eclectic instruments will take you back to the time of clashing tankards, and mischief. Audience participation and seafaring attire are encouraged. Pull out your best seafaring outfits and join the festivities at INOLA Blue Ridge on July 2!

START YOUR JULY 4TH CELEBRATION WITH A SCENIC 5K RUN THROUGH BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC DOWNTOWN! WE ARE SO EXCITED TO BE BACK WITH OUR 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION RUN! There will be activities the day before and day of the race, so be prepared for lots of fun. Awards for the most spirited red, white, and blue outfits will be given, along with 1st–3rd overall male and female, masters categories, and five-year age groups, with the ceremony beginning around 8:30 a.m. Strollers and dogs are welcome at the back of the pack, and walkers are encouraged to join!

Join us on Friday, the 4th of July in Downtown Blue Ridge for the Annual Old Timers' Parade at 10am on Main Street! This parade started in the 1950's and it is a time for all of Blue Ridge to come together and celebrate the 4th of July as well as the way Blue Ridge, Georgia used to be. Bring your antique vehicles, dress in period attire or not, it's up to you! Calling all businesses in the downtown area! Please advertise the “Old Timers Parade” by decorate your store windows, telling all your customers when the parade will start and MOST importantly, be in the parade! If you, your organization, your business, your church, etc would like to participate in the parade contact Pam Fink or 706-258-8289 and she will answer your questions. Arrive at 9:00 am if you need any last minute decorating, no later than 9:30 am if your decorating is completely done. Walking participants: Meet on East Mail in front of the First Baptist Church and we will help get you in line. Music/Band participants: Meet in the grassy area near park grill. Motorized vehicles: One of the many volunteers walking up and down the parade route will tell you who to get behind.

Join us for the Annual Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks. Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks are sponsored by the Lake Blue Ridge Civic Association, Fannin County Chamber of Commerce and Fannin County Government. Fireworks begin at dusk. There are several places for viewing: Morganton Point Recreation Area, From a boat in Lake Blue Ridge near the Lake Blue Ridge Dam, The Lake Blue Ridge Marina, Lake Blue Ridge Dam, as well as adjacent areas by the "tower in the lake". The fireworks each year are always on the actual date of the holiday. July 4th

Join us at Blue Ridge Community Theater for one night of fantastic live music! The tribute band, Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel, is a truly authentic tribute band celebrating the best-selling duo of all time. With accurate musical renditions and precise vocal harmonies, award-winning musicians Jeff Jablonski and Jeff Radi take the audience on a musical journey performing Simon and Garfunkel’s celebrated hits, including selections from Paul Simon’s solo career. Don’t miss this unforgettable stage performance that is sure to transport you to a simpler place in time, where heartfelt lyrics harmonize with the emotional music of this beloved duo. As a premier Simon and Garfunkel tribute band, Jablonski and Radi recreate their magical stage performance, bridging the gap from then and now with their own personal dynamic and passion for music. Feel free to review their website for more information. All ages welcome!

Nashville sensation Michelle Malone, described by Guitar World as "equal parts master guitar slinger and sweet songstress," brings her deep-rooted blend of rock, blues, and alt-country to the stage. Having shared spotlights with legends from Gregg Allman to Brandi Carlile, she delivers a powerful live experience that transitions seamlessly from soulful folk to high-energy rock. Her latest album, Southern Comfort, showcases her masterful songwriting alongside collaborators like Dean Dillon and guests such as Buddy Miller and Charlie Starr. This is a don't miss evening as she brings her musical journey from the red dirt back roads straight to Blue Ridge!

Mama Won’t Fly is a laugh-out-loud Southern comedy about family, chaos, and the lengths we’ll go to for the ones we love. When Savannah Sprunt Fairchild Honeycutt agrees to drive her feisty, stubborn mother from Alabama to California for her brother’s wedding, what should be a simple road trip turns into a cross-country adventure filled with quirky characters, outrageous mishaps, and heartfelt revelations. Joined by the bride-to-be, this unlikely trio discovers that the road to family harmony is as bumpy as it is hilarious. Written by the beloved playwriting trio of Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten (creators of The Hallelujah Girls and Dearly Beloved), Mama Won’t Fly has become a favorite on community and regional stages for its outrageous humor and heartfelt Southern charm. While it has not received major theatrical awards, it continues to delight audiences nationwide with its fast-paced comedy and relatable family dynamics.

3RD ANNUAL RIDGE JAM These two jam-packed days are filled with awesome music by some of the best performers in the business! This is a St. Jude fundraiser, so please join in helping the children of St. Jude while enjoying "Mountain Music, From Our Roots!" Bring a chair/rain or shine. Gates open at 10:00 am. Daily live music from 1pm-10pm, vendors, food trucks, band merch, camping, jamming and memories!

Dinner with Friends by Donald Margulies is a witty, insightful, and emotionally rich drama that explores the complexities of marriage, friendship, and change. Over shared meals and conversations, two couples — longtime friends — find their relationships shaken when one marriage unexpectedly falls apart. As loyalties are tested and truths revealed, the play offers a poignant look at how people grow together, grow apart, and struggle to hold on to the connections that define them. With humor and honesty, Dinner with Friends captures the shifting bonds of modern life and the bittersweet nature of lasting friendships. Premiering in 1998, the play received wide acclaim and went on to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2000, cementing its reputation as one of the most compelling and relevant plays of its time.

From heart-pounding bull riding to the lightning-fast turns of barrel racing, this rodeo is packed with nonstop action. Cheer on competitors in saddle bronc, bareback, calf roping, steer wrestling, and team roping, along with fun surprise events that make every performance unforgettable. With food, entertainment, and activities for cowboys and cowgirls of all ages, it’s a great night out for the whole family. Gates open at 6:00 PM, and the rodeo action kicks off at 8:00 PM on both Friday and Saturday evenings.

The Foreigner by Larry Shue is a wildly funny, clever comedy about misunderstanding, discovery, and the unexpected power of silence. The story follows Charlie Baker, a painfully shy Englishman who takes refuge at a rural fishing lodge in Georgia. To avoid awkward conversation, he pretends not to understand English — only to find himself overhearing more than he bargained for. As secrets, schemes, and outrageous antics unfold around him, Charlie transforms from a timid outsider into an unlikely hero. Full of eccentric characters, sharp wit, and side-splitting situations, The Foreigner delivers nonstop laughter while also celebrating kindness, courage, and friendship. Since its premiere in 1983, The Foreigner has been one of the most-produced comedies in American theater. It went on to win two Obie Awards (Best New American Play and Performance) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Off-Broadway Play, earning its place as a beloved modern classic.