Polar Bear Plunge! Save the Date: January 24th, 2026! January 24th at the Lake Nottely TVA Boat Ramp Beach, Adjacent to the Nottely Dam Stay tuned for more information, or email chrismilhous@gmail.com
Enjoy the beauty of Dahlonega’s Christmas lights and decorations continuing thru January 6th. Historic District lights are on dusk to 11:00pm.
Opening Reception time is TBD Anna Jensen's paintings are a synthesis of classical and abstract figuration. Her body of work is inspired by both trauma and exaltation. They are the fruit of years of rigorous research conducted in her home of the American South. With immense drive and rare sensitivity, Anna demonstrates the power of an individual to prevail through challenges via creative transfiguration. She is mostly self-taught yet has exhibited internationally to great acclaim over the past nearly twenty years. “My paintings are psychological landscapes and emotionally complex narratives. I combine references to art history, pop culture, natural science and personal chronicles to represent the conflicts of life. The titles are important elements. Like me the stories are at once funny and sad.” Her husband, highly acclaimed singer-songwriter Kevn Kinney, is most widely known as founder and frontman of Atlanta-based rock band Drivin N Cryin. He was recently inducted into both the Wisconsin Music Hall of Fame and Georgia Music Hall of Fame for his impactful legacy. Also, an accomplished poet, painter, and solo musician, Kinney has released multiple critically acclaimed recordings during his career having collaborated with R.E.M., Indigo Girls, the Who, and Warren Haynes among many others.
John L. Cleaveland, Jr. received his BFA from the University of Georgia and held a Graduate Assistantship in the UGA Studies Abroad Program in Cortona, Italy. He has exhibited his work at the Huntsville Museum of Art, the Albany Museum of Art, Blue Spiral 1 Gallery, University of Georgia, Madison Morgan Cultural Center, Lyndon House Art Center, and the Missouri State Botanical Gardens. His paintings are in the permanent collections of the Asheville Art Museum, the UGA State Botanical Garden of Georgia, the Combat Art Collection at the U.S. Marine Corps Museum, the Morris Museum of Art, 3-M Company, Bessemer Trust, and the Alabama Power Company. “My paintings are specific expressions of places I’ve been to that I love that I’m connected to, or that I’m pushed to some expression by. I’m not necessarily looking for a thing so much as I’m looking for a feeling — something that might tell a greater truth but in a very simple way.”
Shop more than 85 vendors selling locally grown produce & plants, eggs, honey, goat cheeses & soaps, food & baked goods, handmade crafts by local artisans.
Clayton Farmers' Market each Saturday 9am-1pm, April-October, Rain or Shine.
The Murphy Farmers Market is strictly a hand made, home grown market, with crafters and farmers personally offering their own products and produce to the public. The market is located at the L&N Depot in Downtown Murphy and takes place every Saturday from the first Saturday in April to the last Saturday in October. Pets are welcome!
Hardman Farm comes to life with hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, traditional craft vendors, local authors and historians, apple cider from a hand-cranked press, biscuits cooked on our wood-fired antique stove and much more. Enjoy the feel of an old-fashioned country fair set in the beautiful Nacoochee Valley, surrounded by the colors of the season. Learn to make butter, mill sorghum and see black powder demonstrations. Try your luck in the potato sack race or at old fashioned games. Enjoy lunch and treats as you listen to mountain music with your neighbors. The Nichols-Hunnicutt-Hardman Mansion will be open for self-guided tours of the first floor. Children 5 and under are free.
Celebrate autumn's arrival with a cakewalk, hayrides, live music, and food during the day with a campfire and storytelling at night. gastateparks.org/Vogel
The 2025 Appalachian Brew and Music Festival brings you great craft breweries from Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina & Alabama. There will also be delicious food from area restaurants, regional arts & crafts, and lots of Appalachian & Americana music! *Sign up to be a volunteer and receive free admission after your shift and all the beer samples you want! Please call the office at 706-896-4191. Tickets are: Early Bird - $45 (until June 1st) Advanced Tickets- $55 (June 2nd - October 24th) Gate Admission - $60 (October 25th) *Tickets should only be purchased directly through our website. Be aware of 3rd party resellers. 63+ Breweries Unlimited Tasting Souvenir Glass Music and Vendors Enjoy a Beer Garden - a relaxed area to enjoy the festival! *Food is an additional fee - See vendor list below for dining selections ** Only small and/or clear bags are allowed Shuttle services to the campgrounds and hotels will be available. Participating Breweries: 6S Brewing Co (Duluth, GA) Akademia Brewing (Athens GA) Anderson Valley Brewing Company (Boonville, CA) Anxo Cidery (Washington DC) Austin Eastciders (Austin, TX) Bearded Iris Brewing (Nashville, TN) Bee Town Mead and Cider (Bluffton, SC) Bell's Brewery (Kalamazoo, MI) Bold Rock Ciders (Asheville, NC) Bravazzi (Nashville, TN) Bucking Goat Brewing Company (Dallas, GA) Burgkopf (Miami, FL) Cherry Street Brewing (Cumming, GA) Conservative Dad's Ultra Right Beer (Lawrenceville, GA) Creature Comforts (Athens, GA) Dahlonega Brewery (Dahlonega, GA) Deschutes Brewery (Bend, OR) Devil's Foot Beverage Company (Asheville, NC) Dry County Brewing (Kennesaw, GA) El Segundo Brewing (El Segundo, CA) Etowah Meadery (Dahlonega, GA) Fall Line (Macon, GA) Fire Maker Brewing (Atlanta, GA) Founders Brewing Co. (Grand Rapids, MI) Four Sixes Grit & Glory (Guthrie, TX) Golda Kombucha (Atlanta, GA) Goller (Germany) Grumpy Old Men Brewing (Blue Ridge, GA) Halfway Crooks Beer (Atlanta, GA) Highland Brewing Co. (Asheville, NC) Hi-Wire Brewing (Asheville, NC) Hiawassee Brewery (Hiawassee, GA) Honest Abe Cider House and Meadery (Gardena, CA) Ironshield (Lawrenceville, GA) Jekyll Brewing (Alpharetta, GA) Lagunitas Brewing (Petaluma, CA) Lazy Hiker Brewing (Franklin, NC) Liquid Nation Brewery (Gainesville, GA) Mercier Orchards Cider (Blue Ridge, GA) Monday Night Brewing (Atlanta, GA) Mike's Hard Lemonade (Chicago, IL) Monster Beast (Corona, CA) New Belgium (Asheville, NC) Newgrass Brewing Co (Shelby, NC) Nofo Brew Co (Cumming, GA) Normaltown Brewing (Athens, GA) Old Nation Brewery (Williamston, MI) Ology Brewing Co (Tallahassee, FL) Parish Brewing Co (Broussard, LA) Prairie Brewing Company (Rockford, IL) Printer's Ale (Carrollton GA) Renegade Lemonade Savannah River (Augusta, GA) Sierra Nevada (Mill River, NC and Chico CA) Slow Pour Brewing (Lawrenceville, GA) Social Fox Brewing (Norcross, GA) South Main Brewing (Watkinsville, GA) Southern Brewing Co. (Athens, GA) Southern Tier Brewing (Lakewood, NY) Spindletap Brewery (Houston, TX) Steady Hand Beer Co (Atlanta, GA) Steel Hands Brewing (Cayce, SC) Sycamore Brewing (Charlotte, NC) Terrapin Beer Co (Athens, GA) The Brewing Projekt (Eau Claire, WI) Toppling Goliath (Decorah, IA) Tripping Animals Brewing Co (Miami, FL) Tucker Brewing (Tucker, GA) Two Tides Brewing Company (Savannah, GA) Untitled Art Brewing (Waunakee, WI) Urban Tree Cider [...]
A Fundraiser to benefit Tri-State Model Railroaders and the Historic Mineral Bluff Depot! 2025 RIDE THE RAILS SCHEDULE October 25-26 Rides are at 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm Fun to be had: A 5-mile round-trip ride by Railroad Motor Car traveling through the Iron Bridge over the beautiful Toccoa River to Murphy Junction and returning over the bridge back to the Historic Mineral Bluff Depot. Then, take a short ride on the genuine Railroad Hand Car. Real fun for all ages. Special for children: Ride the miniature 7½ gauge hand car for free! Also, visit inside the Depot and see the progress being made on the large “HO Scale” model railroad based on the L&N Railroad’s “Old Line” from Atlanta, GA, to Etowah, TN, and the branch line through Mineral Bluff to Murphy, North Carolina. See everything that’s new!
Creepy, spooky stories and songs! Magic and music fill the halls! Ghosts, goblins and scarecrows roam the theater. Wear a costume and win a prize. Bring the children for night of “frightful” fun and a “howling” good time! Trick and treat event for all the children at intermission. And a costume parade on stage. Come out for a fun night of family entertainment. Great for all ages. Make it a night. Ten performers. Music, story and song, Halloween candy and ghosts! Come see what could happen! For tricks and treats and more on Friday, October 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM.
Join hands for a Halloween Dance as Contraforce brings the tunes and Rob and Amanda Setelli call the moves. No partner or experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and have fun. Beginner lesson starts at 7:30 PM and the dance is held 8 – 10:30 PM.
Local produce from vendors that care about the health of the land and you! Our market is dedicated to providing you with the freshest, chemical-free, and non-GMO produce straight from our local farms. Nestled in the scenic Appalachian foothills, our market offers a warm, community-focused atmosphere where you can find an array of seasonal fruits and vegetables, and other natural products. Every Sunday, from 10 AM to 1 PM, April 27 – October 26, join us to support local farmers and enjoy a unique shopping experience. Along with fresh produce, you’ll discover handmade soaps and other natural products made with love. Our vendors are passionate about sustainable and eco-friendly practices, and they are always happy to share their stories and farming methods with you.
The Downtown Market Blue Ridge is a community maker's market for artists, crafters, and hobby farmers. Produce varies by the week. The Market is open from 9:00am until 1:00pm on Saturdays from June through November and is located in the downtown city park across the street from the courthouse. Check for weather related updates and current vendors on the Market Facebook page.
Trick or Treating on the Square
Farmers' market located in the scenic mountain town of Andrews, NC, specializing in locally grown produce and homesteading goods and crafts.
Wear your ghoulish costumes and stop by for some fun. Free wine tastings will be offered for those in costume and a contest where the winner is determined by our Instagram followers. There will be a live musical performance . No cover charge for patrons.
3 p.m. until 6 p.m. @ North Main Street in Cornelia, Ga. Come visit our local businesses for candy. Free to Attend.
All ghouls, goblins, and princesses are invited to a spooktacular night of trick-or-treating at Meeks Park. Dress in your best costume and compete for prizes in several age groups. Food trucks will have food available if you wish to enjoy at the park or take home after the festivities. A big thank you to all the businesses that participate in this event every year and make it a special night for the kids. Please let the Chamber know if you'd like to hand out candy or for those not able to attend and are able to donate candy - it's much appreciated!
Join the City of Hiawassee for Trick or Treating fun at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds! Bring your little ghosts & goblins to show off their costumes and get lots of candy from local businesses. It's sure to be a spooktacular time!
Come out and decorate your vehicle for Halloween and hand out candy to Boys and Gohuls as they walk from car to car. There will be hayrides and other activities as well! Prizes will be awarded to best costumes, best pet costume, and best vehicle decoration. If you decorate your vehicle and hand out candy the parking fee will be waived free plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
Free and open to the public. Opening Reception on First Friday Art Walk evening, November 7th, with live music, appetizers and wine bar.
Day of the Dead Party at Lucky's: Featuring Mountain Gypsy Music and costume contest!! 11/1/2025 5:00 pm - 11/1/2025 8:00 pm 💀🎉 Celebrate the Day of the Dead with us at Lucky's Taqueria & Cantina! Join us for a costume contest. Dress in your best Day of the Dead costume. The top 3 winners will win Lucky's gift cards. 1st place: $100 g/c 2nd place: $50 g/c 3rd place: $25 g/c Live music from Mountain Gypsy Music from 5-8pm
Come enjoy an evening of timeless elegance and musical storytelling as we present “French Impressions” – a program celebrating the brilliance of French composers and French-influenced themes. This special performance features works by Georges Bizet, Maurice Ravel, and others whose music has inspired generations of composers.
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
Godspell. Conceived and Originally Directed by John-Michael Tebelak. Music and New Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Directed by Bill Gabelhausen.
John L. Cleaveland, Jr. received his BFA from the University of Georgia and held a Graduate Assistantship in the UGA Studies Abroad Program in Cortona, Italy. He has exhibited his work at the Huntsville Museum of Art, the Albany Museum of Art, Blue Spiral 1 Gallery, University of Georgia, Madison Morgan Cultural Center, Lyndon House Art Center, and the Missouri State Botanical Gardens. His paintings are in the permanent collections of the Asheville Art Museum, the UGA State Botanical Garden of Georgia, the Combat Art Collection at the U.S. Marine Corps Museum, the Morris Museum of Art, 3-M Company, Bessemer Trust, and the Alabama Power Company. “My paintings are specific expressions of places I’ve been to that I love that I’m connected to, or that I’m pushed to some expression by. I’m not necessarily looking for a thing so much as I’m looking for a feeling — something that might tell a greater truth but in a very simple way.”
Hey Gear Heads - You're going to LOVE this show! '79 and earlier vehicles only! Rat Rods, Traditional Hot Rods, Customs, Lead Sleds, Shop Trucks, Patina Vehicles, etc. Absolutely no frame off type restored vehicles. Muscle Cars and "Classics" are okay as long as they show their age somewhat. Special Awards will be given to the Top 25 Pre-Registration is $25 per vehicle. Registration at show is $35 per vehicle. Reserved covered parking is $100. Covered vendor spaces (10x20) is $150. Outdoor vendor spaces (20x20) is $75. To pre-register mail your check made out to "KAHR Motorsports" at PO Box 521 Six Mile, SC 29682. To pre-register by credit card call 850-899-1202.
Discover original works of art made by regional artists in our charming shops, galleries, and studios. Explore painters, potters, jewelry makers, fiber, glass, metal artists and more along our self-guided, year round Northeast Georgia Arts Tour.
Rising in Fire brings together the work of 14 accomplished Georgia artists who are carrying forward the demanding and dynamic tradition of wood-fired ceramics. The featured potters include: Allen Gee, Liz Bloodgood, Esther Mech, Geoff Pickett, Joel Huff, Jon Brinley, Kyle Jones, Linda Suskin, Rebecca Wood, Rick Berman, Roger Jamison, Ron Myers, Stephen Hawks, and Zuzka Vaclavik. The exhibit highlights the wide range of wood-firing techniques practiced across the state, from Japanese-inspired Anagama and Noborigama kilns to the regional Tunnel and Groundhog kilns that have long defined pottery traditions in the American South. Alongside the ceramic works themselves, educational panels will help visitors understand the unique processes, kiln designs, and elemental forces—earth, fire, and air—that shape each piece. “Wood-firing is both an ancient and an evolving art,” said Emily DeFoor, Museum Director. “This exhibit celebrates the skill, experimentation, and resilience of contemporary Georgia potters who continue to rise to the challenge of this demanding process, producing works of incredible depth, character, and beauty.” The opening reception on September 26th 5:00-7:00pm will offer visitors the opportunity to meet several of the exhibiting artists, enjoy light refreshments, and experience firsthand the power and diversity of wood-fired pottery.
First Friday Art Walk Craft Extravaganza At The MAC, Murphy Art Center, and throughout downtown Murphy, with dozens and dozens of arts and crafts vendors. November 7th, from 1PM - 8PM. Live Music on the Square by The MAC, appetizers and wine bar inside the MAC. All shops are open late!
Our First Friday Art Walk aims to provide our community of artists and crafts-persons, musicians and performers a platform for exhibiting and selling their original artworks, while supporting our local businesses. Our purpose is to give our visitors a chance to experience the fullness of the arts at the neighborhood-level. We encourage all to explore the essence of our downtown and our talented artists at our Murphy Art Walk! Come downtown and join in the FUN the First Friday of each month – May through December 5 PM – 8 PM – rain or shine. There will be music throughout downtown, arts and crafts on the sidewalks, performances, art demonstrations, and interactive experiences for the kids. Our downtown merchants are open late, until 8PM on Art Walk evenings. Come downtown to shop, experience the arts, listen and dance to the music, dine in our restaurants and cafes, and explore our shops, galleries and boutiques. There is no admission charge and lots of good, small-town FUN! As you walk along downtown you can watch for the Yellow Flags outside businesses letting you know that they are participating in the event. You’ll find artist demonstrations, musical performances, food, information, and meet some of the most local, interesting, and friendly people, too.
Join us for Forge After Dark Get ready for a night of magic and blacksmithing at Forge After Dark! Watch Master Blacksmiths at Work Live Music Live Blacksmithing Demos Family-Friendly Fun Sip on Hot Chocolate and Cider See Auction Prep in Action It's an event the whole family can enjoy. So mark your calendar and let's gather for a night of enchantment and community. See you there!
Get ready for a night of magic and blacksmithing at Forge After Dark! - Watch Master Blacksmiths at Work - Live Music - Live Blacksmithing Demos - Family-Friendly Fun - Sip on Hot Chocolate and Cider - See Auction Prep in Action It's an event the whole family can enjoy. So mark your calendar and let's gather for a night of enchantment and community. See you there!
This show is recommended for kids & families! Join the Zula Patrol team on an out of this world weather adventure in Zula Patrol: Under the Weather! The brave and ever-curious heroes of The Zula Patrol are back for another exciting mission — this time, it’s all about weather! While exploring their home planet Zula, the team sets out on a scientific expedition to collect different types of weather for their brilliant friend and resident scientist, Multo. With the help of their lovable pet Gorga, who has a one-of-a-kind talent for bottling weather patterns, the Zula Patrol is making great progress. But things take an unexpected turn when Gorga feels unappreciated and hurt by his friends. Feeling left out and misunderstood, he makes the tough decision to leave planet Zula in search of a new home. Unfortunately, his journey catches the attention of the sneaky and ever-scheming interplanetary villain, Dark Truder. Seizing the opportunity, Dark Truder tricks Gorga into stealing weather from other planets — a key part of his latest plan to take over the Universe! Now it’s up to the Zula Patrol to track down their old friend, stop Dark Truder’s wicked scheme, and restore balance to the galaxy. Along the way, they’ll discover fascinating facts about weather — not just on Earth, but across the cosmos. Packed with adventure, science, and heart, this journey through space and storms is one that kids and families won’t want to miss!
This performance is part of the Georgia Music Teachers Association State Conference hosted by Piedmont University. Lauded for “superb playing” and “poised, alert musicianship” by the Boston Globe and labeled “definitely a man to watch” by London’s The Independent, Spencer Myer is one of the most respected and sought-after artists on today’s concert stage.
Come shop for Christmas gifts, for others or for yourself! Free admission - door prizes - arts and crafts - concessions!
Come Shop & Sip in Downtown Murphy, NC the Second Saturday of the month from 2pm to 5pm!This series of events is presented by the retailers of Downtown Murphy, NC and Main Street Murphy. Retailers will be providing refreshments, special sales, raffles, and fun.Come support the small, locally-owned retailers of Downtown Murphy. They cannot survive without you!
A legendary run that you WILL believe! Bigfoot Boogie 5K is the event that started it all. Though it’s now our final 5K in the Riverwalk Run Series, it remains the fan favorite. Held in early November, this twilight 5K sets the stage for cool fall vibes and maybe even a few Bigfoot sightings! The course features stunning views of fall foliage along the Toccoa River, with participants encouraged to embrace the fun or just soak in the mountain town atmosphere. About the Riverwalk Run Series The Riverwalk Run Series is America’s only two-state 5K series, featuring three scenic events - Trout Trot 5K, Walk the Line 5K, and Bigfoot Boogie 5K - that take participants across the state line between McCaysville, GA, and Copperhill, TN. Each 5K highlights the changing seasons and character of the Copper Basin while offering one-of-a-kind experiences. Each 5K is walker-friendly, stroller-friendly, and dog-friendly, making it a great event for runners, joggers, and participants of all abilities. These events are official Peachtree Road Race qualifying 5Ks, providing participants the opportunity to submit their finishing times for the world’s largest 10K. Runners and walkers who complete all three events earn the Riverwalk Run Series Challenge item, recognizing their achievement in completing America’s only two-state 5K series!
Music Bingo at Lucky's! 🎤 📅 When: Saturday, September 13th ⏰ Time: 6–8 PM 💰 Prizes: Lucky's Gift Cards 🎉 🎟️ FREE to play! 4 rounds of music-packed fun, great vibes, and your chance to win while enjoying delicious food and drinks. Don't miss out—gather your crew and join us for an unforgettable night! 🍹🎵
Long time local legend, Lisa Camille Deaton, joins forces with the newest member of the Lilies of the Valley, Camille Cruikshank, to create The Camille Collective. This harmonic duo is backed by Lyle and Matt Lammers bringing hurricane force and dynamic song to the stage.
Interstellar Echoes pride themselves on accurately reproducing the legendary catalog of Pink Floyd. Obsessed with the sounds, sights, and lore of this global music icon, Interstellar Echoes goes to great lengths to provide a meticulously researched, fully immersive live experience consisting of classic staples, as well as deep cuts that will please even the most die hard Pink Floyd fan. Please enjoy this unforgettable night of Pink Floyd classics!
Come shop for Christmas gifts, for others or for yourself! Free admission - door prizes - arts and crafts - concessions!
Join us at Lucky's for live music with James Patrick Morgan! He's back at Lucky's - and trust us, you don't want to miss him. He'll be playing from 6-9pm! Also, don't miss out on the BOGO tacos - all day, when you dine in.
Downtown Merchants will have Christmas window displays ready for the holiday season along with Christmas merchandise for customers to purchase. Polls will go out on Downtown Blairsville's social media pages for the community to choose their favorite display. The winner will be announced shortly after. director@visitdowntownblairsville.com
Celebrate the brilliance of Broadway with Jerry’s Girls—a dazzling musical revue showcasing the unforgettable songs of legendary composer Jerry Herman. Featuring showstopping numbers from timeless classics like Mame, Hello, Dolly!, Milk and Honey, Mack and Mabel, A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine, and La Cage Aux Folles, this vibrant tribute is a joyous journey through some of the most beloved moments in musical theatre history. Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman. Concepts by Larry Alford, Wayne Cilento, and Jerry Herman
Step into a timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and the true spirit of giving. The Gift of the Magi, adapted from O. Henry’s beloved short story, invites us into the humble world of a young couple, Jim and Della, who have little in possessions but much in heart. As Christmas approaches, each secretly gives up what they hold most dear in order to bring joy to the other. In a twist both poignant and profound, their gifts become symbols of a love that transcends material worth. This heartwarming story reminds us all that the greatest treasures in life are not wrapped in paper, but in selfless acts of love. Short story by O. Henry, Adaptation by Jon Jory
Under the direction of Bobby Ivey, Director of Choirs, the Piedmont University Singers perform a variety of choral works from the Renaissance to the present. Highlights will include selections featuring our Organ Artist in Residence, Louise Bass. Join us Thursday, November 13 at 7:30 pm. No admission fee.
Join us at Rabun Arena on 100 E Boggs Mountain Rd in Tiger, GA for an exhilarating display of horsemanship at the Southeast Mounted Drill Team event! Watch as skilled riders and their majestic horses perform intricate drills and choreographed routines that will leave you in awe. Whether you're a horse enthusiast or just looking for a unique and entertaining experience, this event is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Explore Unicoi in a different light, that light being the light of the moon. Join our staff for a fun unique night hike through our park. Flashlights provided. Weather Dependent. March-November Meets at Activities side door $10 for adults | Parking $5
The Union County Farmers Market presents First Annual Harvest Moon Festival. At this event you can shop local for Unique Handmade Gifts, Produce, Food, Plants and more!
Come shop for that perfect holiday gift, creative and unique, during this holiday retail exhibit. We will have a multitude of artistic and handcrafted items for sale, all made by our member artists. So whether it is jewelry, pottery, paintings, or anything in between, we have that unique gift for your holidays. Open Tuesday - Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Closed Monday
2025 TOUR OF TREES! Over 200 trees are stunningly decorated throughout; refreshments are also served. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus along with the Grinch! Join us on Sunday, November 16th and 23rd from 2 pm-5 pm and help us raise money for the Fannin County Shop with a Cop program! Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased by calling 706-258-2244 or purchased at the door. Children 10 and under are free.
This Fall the concert will feature the music of composers Dan Forrest and Elaine Hagenberg. Conductors are Lisa Lacey, Charles Claiborne, and David Rodriquez
Join us at Lucky's for live music with Mountain Gypsy Music, from 5-8 pm tonight! Also, it's our BOGO taco day - all day long, when you dine in.
Piedmont University String Orchestra, under the direction of Heather Strachan, combines players from the community and the university in the performance of significant works for string orchestra. Join us Tuesday, November 18 at 7:30 pm. No admission fee.
Step into a timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and the true spirit of giving. The Gift of the Magi, adapted from O. Henry’s beloved short story, invites us into the humble world of a young couple, Jim and Della, who have little in possessions but much in heart. As Christmas approaches, each secretly gives up what they hold most dear in order to bring joy to the other. In a twist both poignant and profound, their gifts become symbols of a love that transcends material worth. This heartwarming story reminds us all that the greatest treasures in life are not wrapped in paper, but in selfless acts of love. Short story by O. Henry, Adaptation by Jon Jory
A reception will be held Thursday, November 20 at 4:30 pm to celebrate the exhibition by Jan Walker at the Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art.
Taylor Rushing was born in the South Puget Sound of Washington State. He graduated from The Evergreen State College with a degree in Arts and Crafts and received his MA and MFA at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He opened Not Bad Illustration in 2019. He now doodles all day and grows dahlia flowers in his yard. His work meets at the confluence of self-taught and counterculture. He is fascinated with the handmade and the capability of the independent spirit.
The Piedmont University Wind Ensemble combines Piedmont instrumental students and members of the community in performance of works for concert band. Dr. Emery C. Warnock, conductor. Join us Thursday, November 20 at 7:30 pm. No admission fee.
On Nov 21 from 10-4 and Nov 22 from 10-4 the Mountain Regional Arts & Crafts Guild will be presenting the Mistletoe Market Show, an indoor Arts & Crafts show held at First United Methodist Church in Blairsville, Georgia . This event features 50+ local and regional artisans showcasing their handmade creations which will include soap, pottery, jewelry, and cabin decor to name a few items. Visitors will have a hard time deciding what to purchase and take home since every item is truly one of a kind. Visitors can look forward to seeing their favorite vendors. Additionally the Guild will have a booth featuring the works of various members. Admission to Mistletoe Market is $3 and there will be tempting desserts available for purchase. For additional information please visit online www.mountainartscrafts.org
Join us at Gilmer Arts for an unforgettable night of live music, where creativity and talent come together in perfect harmony! Every third Friday of the month, Gilmer Arts hosts Acoustic Blends, a free and open music forum that showcases the best local talent from all over North Georgia. Whether you’re an artist looking for a stage, a musician wanting to jam in the front row, or a fan of live music, Acoustic Blends is the place to be. What to Expect: A mix of eclectic musicians offering a variety of genres and styles A laid-back, welcoming environment where everyone is encouraged to participate The chance to perform on stage, play along with others, or simply sit back and enjoy the music An exciting experience for all ages and tastes
Join us at Lucky's for live music with James Patrick Morgan! He's back at Lucky's - and trust us, you don't want to miss him. He'll be playing from 6-9pm! Also, don't miss out on the BOGO tacos - all day, when you dine in.
When you wake up and want to put a smile on your face, you think of the songs that always manage to reach down and touch your soul the moment you hear the first note. The Marshall Tucker Band is one such group that continues to have a profound level of impact on successive generations of listeners who've been "Searchin' for a Rainbow" and found it perfectly represented by this tried-and-true Southern institution over the decades. The Marshall Tucker Band came together as a young, hungry, and quite driven six-piece outfit in Spartanburg, South Carolina in 1972, having duly baptized themselves with the name of a blind piano tuner after they found it inscribed on a key to their original rehearsal space — and they've been in tune with tearing it up on live stages both big and small all across the globe ever since. Plus, the band's mighty music catalog, consisting of more than 20 studio albums and a score of live releases, has racked up multi-platinum album sales many times over. A typically rich MTB setlist is bubbling over with a healthy dose of hits like the heartfelt singalong “Heard It in a Love Song,” the insistent pleading of “Can't You See” (the signature tune of MTB's late co-founding lead guitarist and then-principal songwriter Toy Caldwell), the testifying “Fire on the Mountain,” the wanderlust gallop of “Long Hard Ride,” and the explosive testimony of “Ramblin,'” to name but a few. Special Guest: Hunter Flynn Some folks sing like they're trying to impress you. Others sing like they've got something on their heart they have to get out. Hunter Flynn falls in that second camp—and it's exactly why he stops people in their tracks. Flynn's from Pulaski County, Kentucky. But more than that—he's from somewhere deeper. Somewhere between grit and grace, sorrow and soul. He calls what he does Appalachian Soul, and I'm not sure there's a better name for it. His voice has the weight of someone who's lived through something—and he has. He walked away from a near-fatal wreck with a second chance, and since then, he's poured his entire being into music and art. He's not afraid to sing about grief, longing, or hope that comes in small doses. You'll hear that in songs like “Granny's Song” or “East Kentucky Dream.” But what really sets Hunter apart isn't just what he sings—it's how he carries it. There's no pretending. No polish for the sake of polish. Just real stories, told the way they're meant to be. He's also one of the most talented visual artists I've seen—his charcoal portraits look like they could breathe. And in a way, they do. Just like his songs, they come from a place most people never let you see. Hunter Flynn doesn't sound like anyone else. He sounds like a holler remembering. Like pain being worked through. Like a promise that the light will come, even if it's slow. If you're from here, you'll feel it like a memory. If [...]
Join hands this November as The Wolf Moon String Band brings the tunes and Seth Tepfer calls the moves. Hear more from The Wolf Moon String Band here. No partner or experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and have fun. Beginner lesson starts at 7:30 PM and the dance is held 8 – 10:30 PM.
2025 TOUR OF TREES! Over 200 trees are stunningly decorated throughout; refreshments are also served. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus along with the Grinch! Join us on Sunday, November 16th and 23rd from 2 pm-5 pm and help us raise money for the Fannin County Shop with a Cop program! Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased by calling 706-258-2244 or purchased at the door. Children 10 and under are free.
Rusted Melody is back at Lucky's tonight from 5-8pm. Make sure to come out early for drinks and BOGO tacos (dine-in only).
Strut Your Stuff at the Blue Ridge Turkey Trot! Thanksgiving morning just got a whole lot more exciting! Gather your family, lace up your running shoes, and join us for the Blue Ridge Turkey Trot — the perfect way to kick off your holiday festivities! What to Expect: A fun 5K for all fitness levels (run, walk, or strut your way to the finish line!) Fun downtown run with all the train feels Family-friendly vibes and a chance to burn those calories before the feast A keepsake Turkey Trot T-shirt (because who doesn’t love swag?) Date: Thanksgiving Morning Time: 8am race starts (get there no later than 7:30am) Location: Downtown Blue Ridge Play Park Don’t miss this annual tradition that brings the community together for fitness, fun, and a little pre-turkey competition. Whether you’re in it for the exercise, the camaraderie, or the bragging rights, the Blue Ridge Turkey Trot is THE place to be. The race is for all abilities, from walkers to the serious competitor. We are one of the biggest races in our surrounding area with over 700 runners, walkers, and fans joining in the Thanksgiving fun! Don’t worry you will be home in time to put the turkey in the oven! Now, let’s get trotting!
Join us for the annual Gobble Wobble 5K Fundraiser Run, hosted by Paradise Hills Winery Resort & Spa! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition brings together families, fitness enthusiasts, and community supporters for a fun-filled morning run through the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountain scenery all for a great cause. Whether you're running, walking, or wobbling, this festive 5K supports local nonprofits and community programs in Our Community! Come dressed in your best turkey-themed gear and kick off the holiday season with gratitude, health, and heart. ?? Event Highlights: Scenic 5K course through Paradise Hills' vineyard trails Post-run refreshments & live music Family-friendly atmosphere with photo ops and prizes All proceeds benefit local charities and community initiatives ?? Why Attend? This event isn’t just a race it's a celebration of community spirit, wellness, and the beauty of the North Georgia mountains. Hosted annually by Paradise Hills Winery Resort & Spa, the Gobble Wobble is our way of giving thanks and giving back.
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights 2025 is a holiday treat for the entire family at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, GA along the shores of beautiful Lake Chatuge in the Northeast Georgia mountains. The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds will transform into a spectacular, magical holiday walk through light show immersed in Christmas music, arts and crafts, food, fun, entertainment, photo opportunities, train rides, and a visit with Santa Claus! Event runs 6pm-9pm Thursday, Friday, & Saturday from November 27 - December 6th. Open EVERY night from December 11th - 23rd! (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
Step into the enchanting world of Light Up Blue Ridge, an annual Thanksgiving Weekend event where the town comes alive with free activities, live entertainment, a parade and tree lighting! Festivities begin with Blue Friday on November 28th and culminate with the lighting of the Great Tree on Saturday the 29th. Get your holiday shopping done early while supporting small businesses. During Blue Friday, shoppers can enjoy store discounts, live entertainment, and food vendors in Downtown Blue Ridge. Top Light Up Blue Ridge Activities: Meet Santa! Santa has arrived in town and he’s spreading holiday cheer! Bring your little ones to the City Park Gazebo so they can meet Santa and pose for a photo. Don't miss the chance to capture a magical moment with the beloved, jolly old man. Explore the Gingerbread Village! Stroll through The Arts Center to explore the enchanted Gingerbread Village and admire 65 impressive gingerbread creations created by members of the community. Before you leave be sure to vote for your favorite gingerbread house and check out the Holiday Show & Sale to shop for unique, handmade holiday gifts. Leave a Letter in Santa’s Mailbox! Make a stop at Santa's Mailbox, where children can write a letter to Santa and, in return, receive a handwritten reply in the mail a few days later. Habitat for Humanity will be there from 12-5 both Friday and Saturday to help any child that needs help to write their letter to Santa. Enjoy Live Entertainment! Listen, dance and sing along to your favorite Christmas songs performed by a variety of local musicians throughout the event.
A sequel to Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” set two years after the novel ends, MISS BENNET continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.
Join us for a festive 1-hour train ride on our Holiday Express. Here, you will get to listen to holiday music and "The Night Before Christmas" story. Children will receive a Blue Ridge Scenic Railway jingle bell, candy cane, and a chance to see Santa Claus. You can enjoy delicious hot chocolate and other snacks available for purchase inside our concession car.
Beginning Nov 28 thru Dec 21, Santa will be on the square in front of the Christmas Tree, 13 South Park Street. Fridays 3:00-6:00pm Saturdays 12:00-6:00pm Sundays 1:00-5:00pm
After a day of feasting, get outside, stretch your legs and get some shopping done. Bar opens at 10am (food 11am) So grab a coffee, bloody mary or mimosa, then sip and stroll our vend0r booths. All shops are local and handmade. Find unique gifts this year while supporting our local businesses. More information and artist applications on our website here: https://bleucanoe.com/events/holiday-art-market/ *DO NOT fall for scams! This is a free event. Vend0rs- only apply direct from our website.*
Happy Thanksgiving! We have just the activity to get you out of the house/cabin for some Christmas shopping. Our Black Friday event is 25% off all retail items AND we offer a Buy 2 get 1 Free Spa gift certificates for that hard to shop for person. Come early. Sip Local, Taste Local and Shop Local.
We love anything English, Scottish, and basically, Old World. On top of that we are Christmas people! So what could be better than to host a Christmas Market at the winery? Kick off the season with us so put it on your calendar.
On Friday, November 28, Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at Riverside Park as the village is lighted to begin the holiday season. Musical performances by local groups will precede his arrival and children are invited to meet with Santa from 5:00 to 7PM.
Light Up McCaysville: Tree Lighting! Friday, November 28, 2025 Light up the season on the river with family & friends! Shop, Dine, and Unwind into the Holidays. Visit Santa in the Riverwalk Shops Light-up festivities will begin at 5 p.m., and the tree lighting is at sunset.
On Friday, Nov. 28th, the magic and charm of Christmas in Dahlonega begins with live holiday music from the Visitor Center balcony. The Lighting of the Historic Square and Tree will occur at 6:00pm! Lights and decorations remain thru January 6th Expect traffic delays – Road closures and detours begin at 3:30pm. Roads reopen at 7:30pm. If severe weather is a possibility, start time updates will be posted on this website home page.
Following the lighting festivities and concert on the historic square, stroll over to Hancock Park where the Christmas magic continues with a free concert on the Hancock Park stage. Bring blankets/chairs. If severe weather is a possibility, concert updates will be posted on this website home page.
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Downtown Merchants place nutcrackers at their storefront. The community votes for their favorite nutcracker, and the winner receives a prize.
Step into the holiday spirit with a guided tour of one of Dahlonega’s beautiful historic homes, elegantly decorated for Christmas. Built in 1881, carefully restored in 2016, and expanded with a charming addition in 2022, this home offers more than just festive décor, it’s a journey through time. During your guided tour you’ll not only admire the seasonal beauty, but also learn about the home’s rich history, its architecture, and the stories of the families who have lived here over the years. The tour will take about an hour to an hour and 15 minutes and will include the history of the home and its many inhabitants. Light refreshments will be served about half way through the tour. Guests will wear booties while touring this private home and will be asked to return the booties upon departing. Parent or legal guardian must accompany children under 18. The home has an elevator for those who prefer to not take the stairs. Limited parking is available at the home, but it is located in town, near plenty of city parking. No refunds… all proceeds benefit Jeremiah's Place.
The Helen Chamber of Commerce is holding the 18th Annual Helen’s Christmas Market on November 29-30 and December 6-7, 2025. Helen’s Christmas Market offers unique handmade Christmas gifts and decorations along with an assortment of sweets and treats. Savory foods are available at our fine restaurants in town.
Come join us for our 2025 Christmas Art Market! 10am till 7pm. All local artists and all original art and handmade crafts. Just off the square in downtown Dahlonega in Hancock Park! Kick off the holiday season with artists, performers, and holiday joy for all!
Towns County Sheriff's Christmas Parade- 2025 "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas" The parade route will begin in the parking lot of the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds with lineup beginning at 4pm. If you are planning to enter the float contest, you must be lined up and decorated by 5pm. Please contact the TC Sheriff's office at 706-896-4444 for more information and a full list of rules & requirements.
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Join us for a festive celebration of creativity and community at our annual Tour of Trees! This enchanting event features over 50 beautifully decorated Christmas trees and wreaths, each crafted with love and imagination by local businesses and organizations. Stroll through our winter wonderland, marveling at the unique themes and dazzling decorations that reflect the spirit of the season. Open to the public throughout the month of December, this display is sure to put you in the Holiday spirit! In addition to the stunning trees, we’re excited to showcase a delightful Gingerbread Village! All entries will be crafted ahead of time, featuring whimsical and mouth-watering designs that will spark your holiday spirit. From traditional gingerbread cottages to imaginative modern creations, there’s something for everyone to admire. Register to decorate one of the trees or wreaths or to enter a Gingerbread House in the Gingerbread Village Competition by reaching out to Rachel via email: rachel@blairsvillechamber.com. Spaces are limited so make sure to reserve your spot now! Registration will open at 9:00 AM on October 1st. Bring your family and friends to vote for your favorite tree and gingerbread house—your participation will help us crown the community’s top decorators! Voting will open Monday, December 1st and continue through Friday, December 12th. Winners will be announced the week of December 15th.
Join us for live music with Cody King, at Lucky's! He'll be performing from 5-8pm tonight. And don't forget, buy one get one free tacos today, when you dine in!
Come run River Vista Half Marathon on December 03 with me.
A sequel to Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” set two years after the novel ends, MISS BENNET continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
Experience the energy and passion as students take the stage, showcasing the incredible skills they've developed in Ballet and Modern I and Broadway Styles. This performance is an example of their hard work, creativity, and dedication—don’t miss this celebration of movement, music, and momentum!
Downtown Clarkesville Christmas
Come downtown Murphy, NC to stroll throughout the Square to enjoy the MAX Project, Murphy Art Xplosion, big art panels! The new show debuts in December and is available for viewing through April, 2026. Each canvas art panel is 5 foot x 3 foot, framed, and changed for the seasons, featuring 50 local and regional artists, highlighting the photography, paintings, and stained glass art of the area's best!
A 1940’s Christmas Carol Radio Hour presented by the Holly Theater. Seamlessly combining drama and comedy, heartbreak and hope, A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol will sing its way into your heart. If you enjoyed 1940’s Radio Hour, step back in time once again with the Feddington Players, and get into the holiday spirit with A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol. About the show: The long-awaited sequel to the popular The 1940’s Radio Hour. It’s Christmas Eve, 1943, and the Feddington Players are now broadcasting from a hole-in-the-wall studio in Newark, NJ, and set to present their contemporary “take” on Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. Whether it’s the noisy plumbing, missed cues, electrical blackouts, or the over-the-top theatrics of veteran actor, but radio novice, William St. Claire, this radio show is an entertaining excursion into the mayhem and madness of a live radio show. St. Claire’s escalating foibles and acting missteps propel the show to a simultaneously comedic and heart-wrenching dramatic climax: St. Claire has an on-air breakdown, and begins to connect his own life with that of the classic Dickens tale. In order to “save the show,” the company improvises an ending to Charles Dickens’ classic as a film noir mystery, featuring a hardboiled detective, a femme fatale, and an absurd rescue of Tiny Tim (and the Lindbergh baby) from the clutches of a Hitler-esque villain named Rudolf! Rated G
Come celebrate with us as we “Light” the Town of Murphy Christmas Tree in Downtown Murphy! The tree lighting is in conjunction with the December Murphy ArtWalk. There is no admission charge and lots of good, small-town FUN!
First Friday Art Walk Craft Extravaganza At The MAC, Murphy Art Center, and throughout downtown Murphy, with dozens and dozens of arts and crafts vendors. November 7th, from 1PM - 8PM. Live Music on the Square by The MAC, appetizers and wine bar inside the MAC. All shops are open late!
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA - Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! Pre-registration required. Tickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/victorian-christmas-2025-4570303
Our First Friday Art Walk aims to provide our community of artists and crafts-persons, musicians and performers a platform for exhibiting and selling their original artworks, while supporting our local businesses. Our purpose is to give our visitors a chance to experience the fullness of the arts at the neighborhood-level. We encourage all to explore the essence of our downtown and our talented artists at our Murphy Art Walk! Come downtown and join in the FUN the First Friday of each month – May through December 5 PM – 8 PM – rain or shine. There will be music throughout downtown, arts and crafts on the sidewalks, performances, art demonstrations, and interactive experiences for the kids. Our downtown merchants are open late, until 8PM on Art Walk evenings. Come downtown to shop, experience the arts, listen and dance to the music, dine in our restaurants and cafes, and explore our shops, galleries and boutiques. There is no admission charge and lots of good, small-town FUN! As you walk along downtown you can watch for the Yellow Flags outside businesses letting you know that they are participating in the event. You’ll find artist demonstrations, musical performances, food, information, and meet some of the most local, interesting, and friendly people, too.
For more than 30 years, GRAMMY® Award winners and Country Music Hall of Fame members The Oak Ridge Boys have been spreading Christmas cheer with one of the most treasured holiday tours in country music. This year, the legendary group is thrilled to bring their Christmas Celebration Tour for a very special, limited series of performances. On December 5, they'll light up Anderson Music Hall in Hiawassee, GA, with a magical evening full of holiday spirit. Fans can expect a spectacular show featuring dazzling stage designs, gently falling snow, and beautifully decorated Christmas trees, setting the perfect backdrop for a night of festive joy. The Oak Ridge Boys will perform a heartfelt mix of holiday classics and contemporary favorites, along with timeless hits from their incredible career. With selections from their seven bestselling Christmas albums, this unforgettable concert promises to be a family-friendly tradition you won't want to miss. “Christmas has always been such a special time for us,” says Duane Allen. “Sharing these songs with our fans and celebrating the season together is something we look forward to every year. We hope you'll join us for this wonderful night.” Don't wait! Gather your family and friends and make memories that will last a lifetime. Special Guest: Lee Newton Lee Newton is a singer/songwriter from Western North Carolina whose soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics have touched the hearts of audiences across the world. She has received critical acclaim for her work, garnering multiple awards and nominations throughout her career. She has shared the stage with legendary artists including Randy Travis, Ronnie Milsap, Gene Watson, Ronnie McDowell, T. Graham Brown, Sara Evans, Diamond Rio, Billy Dean, The Gatlin Brothers, TG Sheppard, Edwin McCain, and many more. Lee has been featured on national media outlets including Fox Rock Review with Eric Dahl (for the second time), WSM Circle Access TV's Coffee, Country & Cody with Bill Cody, NBC's Today in Nashville, along with countless radio interviews promoting her latest album Homesick, produced by Kent Wells and Dave Fowler. Beyond music, Lee is deeply committed to service. She was honored last year as an honorary member of the United States Marine Corps League, where she volunteers and helps raise money for veterans and children through Toys for Tots. She also serves as an Ambassador for Music Amplifies, an organization dedicated to supporting underprivileged children in Nashville. In 2024, Lee released her first Gospel album, which included powerful duets with the late Joe Bonsall of The Oak Ridge Boys, T. Graham Brown, Deborah Allen, Tony Jackson, Dale Houston, Kathryn Shipley, Ben Isaacs, and others. Currently, Lee is back in Nashville working on her highly anticipated fifth studio album, Journey. The first single, The Long Goodbye, was released on September 13, 2025.
Travis Ledoyt is a singer, songwriter and performer who gained notoriety with his tribute to Elvis Presley starting in 2001. He’s since garnered high praise from those who knew Elvis personally and was dubbed “The World’s Best Young Elvis”. He’s opened shows for Jerry Lee Lewis, B.B. King, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Bill Haley’s Comets and Johnny Rivers. Though based in the US, he’s performed around the globe from Hong Kong to the UK. Also, for over a decade he has headlined for Royal Caribbean. Travis was born in Greenfield, MA in 1977 – the year Elvis died. The third of five children, it was evident at an early age that Travis seemed destined to entertain. His impish behavior and clever wit were responsible for providing a good deal of levity and laughter within the Ledoyt household. He was a fan of the irreverence and chaos of the Marx Brothers and Monty Python and loved Mel Brooks movies. He and his siblings were always acting out skits in the living room or filming silly movies with the family VHS camcorder. Growing up Travis was exposed to a broad variety of musical styles from the 1940s swing up through modern pop. His fascination with music led to formal piano lessons at the age of 9. Though he enjoyed the piano, he struggled with the structured nature of learning to read music. After a few years, and inspired by the movie Great Balls of Fire, he decided to drop the lessons and learn to play by ear. His focus had shifted to that boogie-woogie and Rock and Roll style of Jerry Lee Lewis.
Piedmont University invites you to its beloved annual holiday event, Lessons and Carols, as it enters its 37th year on December 5th and 6th. Lessons and Carols is one of the region’s most beloved events, a true Piedmont University tradition, a special time when the community gathers to welcome the holiday season. We are privileged and honored to share this incredible music event for our Piedmont family and community year after year. This year's Lessons and Carols, directed by Bobby Ivey, Piedmont University Assistant Professor and Director of Choirs, will feature the Piedmont Chorale, the Sewell Organ, and the Cherokee Bluff High School Chorus, directed by Cherokee Bluff Choral Director Jenna Coon. Lessons and Carols features a selection of readings, carols, and choir anthems to begin the holiday season. Some of the highlights of this year’s program will be See Amid the Winter’s Snow, by Dan Forrest, and Gloria Fanfare, by Jeffery Ames. The audience is invited to sing along with familiar carols accompanied by the organ and brass quintet. The singing of Silent Night during the candlelight section of the service is always a memorable and moving experience for everyone. Lessons and Carols will be performed on Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, at 7:30 P.M. at the Piedmont University Chapel. Tickets are available for presale and at the box office on the day of the event. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors & children. Ticket sales support our music students and allow us to continue providing the community with exceptional musical performances. Please email music-events@piedmont.edu or call 706.894.4220 with questions.
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with an exciting lineup of activities that will make this season unforgettable: Breakfast with Santa, caroling, arts and crafts, mayor’s train, and reindeer games.
The Helen Chamber of Commerce is holding the 18th Annual Helen’s Christmas Market on November 29-30 and December 6-7, 2025. Helen’s Christmas Market offers unique handmade Christmas gifts and decorations along with an assortment of sweets and treats. Savory foods are available at our fine restaurants in town.
19TH ANNUAL ST. LUKE'S CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Saturday, December 6th - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm A magical Christmas arts and crafts fair awaits you at St. Luke's Annual Christmas Bazaar. Our very popular entree casseroles -homemade and frozen- ready for you to bake and serve will be available plus baked goods, cakes, candy, jams and jellies and cheeseballs. Gift giving made easy with a great selection of handmade knitted items, socks, scarves, plus handcrafted jewelry, cork reindeer and other holiday whimsies- all crafted by local artists. Our annual Silent auction featuring unique items rounds out this holiday event. Free Admission, Free Parking, Handicap Accessible. An Indoor Event. Cash and Checks, please. All proceeds will be donated to assist our mountain neighbors. Contact: Lauren Burgreen (706) 632-8245 for questions or more info.
The Union County Farmers Market's annual Kris Kringle Market will be held on Dec 6, 2025. Shop at over 100 local vendors selling produce, plants, honey, meats & cheeses, baked goods, and unique handmade gifts for everyone on your Christmas list!
Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30 am for an exciting Holiday-themed event that features the scenic views of Mercier Orchards! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com. REGISTER HERE! Registration Includes: - T-shirt: Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included! - Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable! - Finisher Medal: Wine Glass Shaped Medal! - Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk - Results Posted Online - A homemade Cider Donut - and of course, a pour of wine! 12pm - 3pm Located in Blue Ridge, Georgia, and founded by Bill and Adele Mercier in 1943, they are now a fourth-generation family-owned and veteran-operated farm. Starting as a humble roadside stand selling only apples, they are now one of the most popular agrotourism destinations in the south.
Join us for the Chamber's annual Christmas in the Mountains Celebration presented by United Bankshares! This county-wide, community event kicks off the holiday season in White County with festive fun and fantasy. This event features a holiday market on the Cleveland Courthouse Square and lighted Christmas parade through Downtown Cleveland. The Holiday Market will be on the Cleveland Courthouse Square 12-7 pm, and we'll have amazing craft, gift and food vendors! The Lighted Parade will begin at 6 pm. This event is RAIN OR SHINE!
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA - Come and celebrate the Season, make crafts, enjoy Christmas music, Meet Santa, have a snack and go on a hay ride here at the park.
REMEMBER THE REASON FOR THE SEASON! JOIN US SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH AT THE DQ IN BLUE RIDGE FROM 1-4 PM FOR OUR ANNUAL CRUISE FOR KIDS! We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations to assist needy children and families in Fannin Co. This year, we have lots of children we are hoping will have a brighter holiday season. We will be there rain or shine! We are a group from the Blue Ridge area of Georgia who enjoy our classic cars.
COPPERHILL KIWANIS CLUB 66th Annual Christmas Parade 103 years serving the Copper Basin Come out to take part in a fun and exciting day! Copperhill Kiwanis Club Annual Christmas Parade December 6, 2025 @ 2:00 PM
Christmas Lights Spectacular 5-11 PM each night – Thanksgiving night through New Year’s Eve at Cornelia City Park Christmas in Downtown Cornelia 5-9 PM, Saturday, December 6, 2025 throughout Downtown Cornelia Pictures with Santa (free), Hayrides, Food (prices vary), Holiday Market (prices vary) and Live entertainment in Fender’s Alley
Come join Downtown Blairsville for their annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting! If you're interested in being in the parade, please contact the Union County Historical Society at history1@windstream.net.
The annual Murphy Christmas Parade is a true, community event! Come out for music, lights and laughter as floats, trucks, and tractors travel from the Valley Village Shopping Center to the L&N Depot. There are safe places to watch along the whole route. Bring the whole family and watch for Santa at the end!
Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas at YHC, one of our favorite seasonal traditions! Join us for a festive celebration featuring top talent from the Young Harris College Department of Music and some very special guests. It’s the perfect way to kick off a Christmas season full of joy, music, and a whole lot of cheer!
Event will be presented by Gilmer Arts BEST series and will be performed at the Victory Christian Center. Bring the holidays in with this festive show on your list of must dos.
Join us at Lucky's for live music with Mountain Gypsy Music, from 5-8 pm tonight! Also, it's our BOGO taco day - all day long, when you dine in.
A sequel to Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” set two years after the novel ends, MISS BENNET continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.
A 1940’s Christmas Carol Radio Hour presented by the Holly Theater. Seamlessly combining drama and comedy, heartbreak and hope, A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol will sing its way into your heart. If you enjoyed 1940’s Radio Hour, step back in time once again with the Feddington Players, and get into the holiday spirit with A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol. About the show: The long-awaited sequel to the popular The 1940’s Radio Hour. It’s Christmas Eve, 1943, and the Feddington Players are now broadcasting from a hole-in-the-wall studio in Newark, NJ, and set to present their contemporary “take” on Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. Whether it’s the noisy plumbing, missed cues, electrical blackouts, or the over-the-top theatrics of veteran actor, but radio novice, William St. Claire, this radio show is an entertaining excursion into the mayhem and madness of a live radio show. St. Claire’s escalating foibles and acting missteps propel the show to a simultaneously comedic and heart-wrenching dramatic climax: St. Claire has an on-air breakdown, and begins to connect his own life with that of the classic Dickens tale. In order to “save the show,” the company improvises an ending to Charles Dickens’ classic as a film noir mystery, featuring a hardboiled detective, a femme fatale, and an absurd rescue of Tiny Tim (and the Lindbergh baby) from the clutches of a Hitler-esque villain named Rudolf! Rated G
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA - Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! Pre-registration required. Tickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/victorian-christmas-2025-4570303
STUDIO 1 Performing Arts School presents “THE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR” Friday December 12th 6:00 p.m. Fannin County High School Performing Arts Center Tickets $15.00
Explore Unicoi in a different light, that light being the light of the moon. Join our staff for a fun unique night hike through our park. Flashlights provided. Weather Dependent. March-November Meets at Activities side door $10 for adults | Parking $5
Downtown Blairsville Cookie Crawl
Kids will love the caroling, hayrides, Santa Claus visit, bonfire, hot chocolate and cider. The evening culminates with the lighting of a blue spruce. gastateparks.org/Vogel
Enjoy the ambiance of live holiday music and a crackling fire as you shop for artful treasures in our beautifully decorated Keith House and visit the artists in Davidson Hall (next to the Craft Shop). Craftspeople will offer handmade items such as jewelry, weaving, forged iron, photography, quilts and turned wood. You’re sure to find special, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts here!
Merry Christmas Annual Cookie contest, Ugly sweater contest, live music with Nashville's Chris Carpenter , wine glass painting and Buddy the Elf selfies. No cover charge.
Come Shop & Sip in Downtown Murphy, NC the Second Saturday of the month from 2pm to 5pm!This series of events is presented by the retailers of Downtown Murphy, NC and Main Street Murphy. Retailers will be providing refreshments, special sales, raffles, and fun.Come support the small, locally-owned retailers of Downtown Murphy. They cannot survive without you!
STUDIO 1 Performing Arts School presents “THE NUTCRACKER BALLET” Saturday, December 13th 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Fannin County High School Performing Arts Center Tickets $15.00
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA - Join us at sunset to hunt candy canes, afterwards enjoy a holiday movie, s'mores, and hot chocolate. Please call the office to sign up. Meet at the picnic shelter in the Day Use Area.
Bill Vespasian is back at Lucky's tonight and you don't want to miss his show! He'll be here from 5-8pm so come on by and have buy one get one free tacos - dine in only!
A sequel to Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” set two years after the novel ends, MISS BENNET continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.
A 1940’s Christmas Carol Radio Hour presented by the Holly Theater. Seamlessly combining drama and comedy, heartbreak and hope, A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol will sing its way into your heart. If you enjoyed 1940’s Radio Hour, step back in time once again with the Feddington Players, and get into the holiday spirit with A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol. About the show: The long-awaited sequel to the popular The 1940’s Radio Hour. It’s Christmas Eve, 1943, and the Feddington Players are now broadcasting from a hole-in-the-wall studio in Newark, NJ, and set to present their contemporary “take” on Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. Whether it’s the noisy plumbing, missed cues, electrical blackouts, or the over-the-top theatrics of veteran actor, but radio novice, William St. Claire, this radio show is an entertaining excursion into the mayhem and madness of a live radio show. St. Claire’s escalating foibles and acting missteps propel the show to a simultaneously comedic and heart-wrenching dramatic climax: St. Claire has an on-air breakdown, and begins to connect his own life with that of the classic Dickens tale. In order to “save the show,” the company improvises an ending to Charles Dickens’ classic as a film noir mystery, featuring a hardboiled detective, a femme fatale, and an absurd rescue of Tiny Tim (and the Lindbergh baby) from the clutches of a Hitler-esque villain named Rudolf! Rated G
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA - Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! Pre-registration required. Tickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/victorian-christmas-2025-4570303
Downtown Clarkesville Christmas
Join us at Lucky's for live music with Mountain Gypsy Music, from 5-8 pm tonight! Also, it's our BOGO taco day - all day long, when you dine in.
*Special Drive Thru on Christmas Eve! We will open from 6pm-9pm. There will be no magic show, train rides, or craft vendors. This is strictly a drive thru event. The Grinch will be on site from 6-8, but Santa will obviously be at the North Pole preparing for his big night. Admission will be $20 per car - CASH ONLY. Because we will have limited staff we can not process credit cards, so please pay with cash
Tri-State Model Railroaders Public Open House- the 4th Saturday of every month from 10am-6pm! See a large HO Scale Model Railroad depicting the Louisville & Nashville RR in the Tri-State Region, circa 1948-1952. Like the real thing, cars are moved from town to town, making & picking up goods, and engines are taken to the shop for repairs, all while using modern wireless controllers. There's no cost & kids are always welcome, so do something different & see how much fun model railroading can be! Free parking and no admission fee (although donations will be accepted)
Join us at Lucky's from 5-8 PM for live music with Ryan LittleEagle and BOGO tacos! (dine-in only)
Join us as we ring in the New Year at the Festhalle with the 12th Annual Dropping of the Edelweiss! Live Music Dancing Party Favors Heavy Hors D’oeuvres Champagne Toast at Midnight Beer & Wine Available for Purchase
Come out to the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and help us usher in 2026 with bang! Parking lot and food trucks open at 6pm. Fireworks will begin at 8pm on Wednesday, December 31st!
Come Shop & Sip in Downtown Murphy, NC the Second Saturday of the month from 2pm to 5pm!This series of events is presented by the retailers of Downtown Murphy, NC and Main Street Murphy. Retailers will be providing refreshments, special sales, raffles, and fun.Come support the small, locally-owned retailers of Downtown Murphy. They cannot survive without you!
Art by Jennifer Graff and Thaddeus Erdhaul. On display January 22 — March 19 at the Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art. Reception on January 22 at 4:30 pm.
Tri-State Model Railroaders Public Open House- the 4th Saturday of every month from 10am-6pm! See a large HO Scale Model Railroad depicting the Louisville & Nashville RR in the Tri-State Region, circa 1948-1952. Like the real thing, cars are moved from town to town, making & picking up goods, and engines are taken to the shop for repairs, all while using modern wireless controllers. There's no cost & kids are always welcome, so do something different & see how much fun model railroading can be! Free parking and no admission fee (although donations will be accepted)
Dr. Jeri-Mae G. Astolfi, Piedmont University Artist-in-Residence, explores the practice of musical borrowing through a concert of piano music by composers from the Baroque through the Modern eras. Join us Sunday, February 1. No admission fee.
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
Come Shop & Sip in Downtown Murphy, NC the Second Saturday of the month from 2pm to 5pm!This series of events is presented by the retailers of Downtown Murphy, NC and Main Street Murphy. Retailers will be providing refreshments, special sales, raffles, and fun.Come support the small, locally-owned retailers of Downtown Murphy. They cannot survive without you!
The Revolutionists. Written by Lauren Gunderson. Directed by Kathy Blandin. Four beautiful, badass women lose their heads in this irreverent, girl-powered comedy set during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror. Playwright Olympe de Gouges, assassin Charlotte Corday, former queen (and fan of ribbons) Marie Antoinette, and Haitian rebel Marianne Angelle hang out, murder Marat, and try to beat back the extremist insanity in 1793 Paris. This grand and dream-tweaked comedy is about violence and legacy, art and activism, feminism and terrorism, compatriots and chosen sisters, and how we actually go about changing the world.
Tri-State Model Railroaders Public Open House- the 4th Saturday of every month from 10am-6pm! See a large HO Scale Model Railroad depicting the Louisville & Nashville RR in the Tri-State Region, circa 1948-1952. Like the real thing, cars are moved from town to town, making & picking up goods, and engines are taken to the shop for repairs, all while using modern wireless controllers. There's no cost & kids are always welcome, so do something different & see how much fun model railroading can be! Free parking and no admission fee (although donations will be accepted)
Pro Musica Singers is a choral ensemble composed of distinguished alumni from Piedmont’s acclaimed music program and founded by Wallace Hinson, Emeritus Professor of Music at Piedmont. With artistry rooted in academic excellence and a shared passion for vocal performance, the ensemble presents a program that explores the timeless themes of faith, hope, and love through a rich tapestry of choral works from the Renaissance to the present. Louise Bass, organ.
YHC Concert Band
Spring Choir Concert
YHC Jazz Band