Join us at the Helen Festhalle for the OFFICIAL Helen Oktoberfest celebration! The Helen Oktoberfest is the longest running Oktoberfest in the United States. The 2026 Helen Oktoberfest runs from September 10 through November 1.
The 2026 Oktoberfest Parade will begin at 12:00 pm, Saturday, September 12, 2026 Join us immediately after the Oktoberfest Parade at the Festhalle Biergarten for the OFFICIAL Keg Tapping of Oktoberfest! We will be tapping two kegs and our guests from Fussen, Germany will be joining us to tap the second keg!
Enjoy the stunning fall foliage on Blue Ridge Scenic Railway's 2-hour or 4-hour Train Rides. You’ll journey 26 miles round-trip through the countryside along the Toccoa River, discovering winding rivers, rich wildlife, and the historic background of our small town. The 2-hour Express Tours are perfect for those who want a quicker trip and more time in Downtown Blue Ridge, and the 4-hour Extended Tours are great for those who want time to explore the twin towns of McCaysville/Copperhill during a 2-hour layover. Tickets sell out FAST for these rides, so be sure to book your tickets soon! The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway was recently designated one of the top five attractions for experiencing fall color by "Southern Living" magazine. Fall foliage rides run during September through early November.
Sept 20th-October 27th Fridays & Sundays 11-4p, Saturdays 10-5p Join us for fall festivities at the zoo! Come see all the unique and fun scarecrows throughout the zoo. Browse through the pumpkin patch and pick your perfect pumpkin (Pumpkins available for sale starting October 4th) Enjoy the wool jump, pumpkin patch, wildlife walk and much more! All this included with your admission to the Zoo. Cost is zoo admission + any add ons you may like! Featuring: •Themed Scarecrows • Hayrides - $8 •Wool Jump •Pumpkin Patch starting October 4th for additions cost *Meet and Greet with a variety of animals
This year's corn maze will take you about 40 minutes to one hour to complete, depending on your skill level and mobility. We have placed helpful clues to track your progress to the end. Take a spin on the Barrel Train around the corn maze, lawn bowling, bean bag toss, and more outdoor games are available, and included with your corn maze tickets. Plan on spending about two hours at the farm to enjoy all of our activities. Our farm is just the right place to experience a real farm with your group. We have renovated facilities and helpful staff who are experienced in making your day magical. Stop in to feed and mingle with our herd. September 25th - November 1st Tue. - Thur. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Fri. - Sat. 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Stephen Karam’s The Humans is a haunting, darkly comic family drama that captures the anxieties of modern life with honesty and empathy. Directed by Michael Berkman, the play is set in a Chinatown apartment on Thanksgiving, and follows the Blake family as they gather to celebrate the holiday. Over the course of one evening, secrets emerge, tensions flare, and unspoken fears about health, money, and mortality bubble to the surface. Blending sharp humor with unsettling suspense, The Humans is a deeply relatable portrait of what it means to be human in an uncertain world. Premiering on Broadway in 2016 after an acclaimed Off-Broadway run, The Humans received critical praise winning the 2016 Tony Award for Best Play, as well as the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Obie Awards. It was also named a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET The Dahlonega Farmers Market is a weekly event that brings local residents to the downtown business district. It promotes a sense of community and provides fresh, locally grown produce to customers, while offering agribusiness sales opportunities to growers from Lumpkin and nearby counties. ll items at the Market are locally grown and seasonal. In May, buy locally grown plants, such as vegetable, garden, landscape, and house plants. With the arrival of summer, you can buy vegetables and seasonal fruits, plus jams, jellies, and baked goods containing locally grown ingredients. The Market season runs Saturdays (or until inventories are sold out) from May until October. (706) 482-2707 Hancock Park, North Meaders Street & Warwick Street, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533 www.facebook.com/DahlonegaFarmersMarke
The 15th Annual Bark in the Park Festival in Dahlonega is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM at Hancock Park. Hosted by the TLC Humane Society, this pet-friendly outdoor fundraiser features live music, pet contests, and adoptable animals.
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!
The Food Bank of Northeast Georgia hosts the Clayton Farmers market each Saturday, April through October, as a way to help bring local produce, eggs, honey, baked goods and crafts to the people of Northeast Georgia.
The Twin Cities Farmers Market is a community maker's market for artists, crafters, and hobby farmers, with produce varying by the week. The Market is open from 9:00am until 2:00pm every Saturday beginning in May through October and is located on the Historic Steel Bridge in McCaysville/Copperhill. Check for weather related updates and current vendors on the Market Facebook page.
The 2026 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! Tickets include a souvenir glass and tastings at 70+ breweries. You also have access to food & craft vendors, live music, and garden tours! Shuttle services will be provided from the local campgrounds and hotels. *Tickets should only be purchased directly through our website. Be aware of 3rd party resellers. ** Only small and/or clear bags are allowed | Appalachian Brew and Music Festival Saturday, October 24 11am-5pm 70+ Breweries Unlimited Tasting Souvenir Glass Music and Vendors Admission: Early Bird - $45 (until June 1st) Advanced Tickets- $55 (June 2nd - October 23rd) Gate Admission - $60 (October 24th)
Throughout their career, Blackberry Smoke have embodied Georgia's rich musical legacy, honoring the people, places and sounds of their home state. Their latest album, Be Right Here draws inspiration from Southern rock, blues-leaning classic rock and rootsy vintage country and is full of vivid and relatable characters that ensure the songs often resemble rich short stories. Over the past two decades, Blackberry Smoke has amassed the following of a loyal fanbase, leading their last six full-length albums to achieve great chart success, including 2021's You Hear Georgia, which reached #1 on Billboard's Americana/Folk Albums chart and 2024's Be Right Here, which reached the top 5 on the Top Current Album Sales chart. Touring relentlessly, the band know a little something about hitting the road in order to find a place to belong, and supported by the strong fanbase of Brothers and Sisters, legions of whom travel across the globe to support the band, they in turn give fans a place to belong. Over the years the band has appeared across the globe on stages such as Austin City Limits, Bonnaroo, Summerfest, Glastonbury, Download UK, to name a few, and has no plans to stop anytime soon. For Blackberry Smoke, embracing the light and finding the silver lining are once again at the heart of what they do best.
Discover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 64," happening on October 24, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic Rob Tiger, brings you an unforgettable evening celebrating some of the finest musical storytellers of our time. Each featured artist, handpicked for their exceptional artistry and lyrical prowess, promises to grace the stage with mesmerizing performances that transcend the ordinary. Enjoy the intimacy of soulful ballads and the thrill of untold stories, where each melody and verse stitches new and contemplative emotions into the tapestry of your memory. Here, the authenticity of human experience can be felt in every note, making it an unmissable night rich in creativity and connection. Whether you're a lifelong music lover or a curious newcomer, the Songwriters Showcase Series offers unmatched entertainment value in the serene beauty of the mountains. Embrace a captivating evening blending poignant narratives and harmonious symphonies. Secure your tickets now—prices are just right for an enchanting night of music. Do not let this enchanting performance slip by; book your seat today and be part of this invaluable musical tradition.