An Electric Avenue show is a high energy space that reminds people of a time when they came home from school, put a record on, and listened with open ears and an open heart; conjuring first dates, first cars, prom nights, weekend movies, and meeting friends at the mall, while finding a sense of fashion and an identity all their own. At an EA show, 80's music is as alive and well today as it has ever been. A musical journey spanning both sides of 1985, Electric Avenue delivers the full concert experience where your favorite New Wave and 80's music hits come to life. The Best 80s music hits performed the way you remember them. Every sound. Every nuance. Every time. That's Electric Avenue. Learn more here: https://www.electricavenuemusic.com/ Admission - $25 + handling Clear Bag policy strictly enforced. We will have dancing sections for this show so bring your boogie shoes!

Chris Janson is the real deal--an accomplished, award-winning artist, producer, and songwriter. Janson's live shows and songwriting set him on a path of great success. The Grand Ole Opry member has amassed billions of global streams, Gold and Multi-Platinum awards, more than 10M in sales as a solo artist, and excess of 15M in sales combined with hits recorded by other notable artists such as Tim McGraw “Truck Yeah”, LoCash “How I'll Always Be”, Hank Williams Jr. “Love This Life”, and more. Janson is best known for his true-to-self anthems, five of which are Number 1 hits, including "Buy Me A Boat" (5xPlatinum), "Fix A Drink" (Platinum), "Good Vibes" (Platinum), "All I Need Is You" and "Done" (Gold). Additional certifications include "Drunk Girl" (Platinum), "Holdin Her" (Gold), and his Buy Me a Boat album (Gold). Janson has been awarded twice with the prestigious NSAI “Top 10 Songs I Wish I'd Written” award, received an ACM Award, iHeart Radio Country Song of The Year award, among numerous nominations from the ACM and CMA. He is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist, mastering more than 10 instruments. Aside from his music, Janson is a happily married husband and a father. He is involved in many notable Conservation and Philanthropy efforts, alongside his long-time partnership with Bass Pro Shops and his official partnership with nationally branded, Crav'n Flavor. Chris Janson was a small-town kid who dreamed big, won big, and proudly lives the American Dream.

All new event for you Ford owners and lovers of all things Ford. Georgia Mountain Ford Nationals is going to be at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds located in Hiawassee Georgia April 2-4, 2026. This event is open to all Ford cars and trucks, all years and models. More information and flyers coming to this page in the upcoming weeks. For more information as a sponsor, participant or vendor please call 864-320-3692.

Spend a day in the most beautiful part of North Georgia - Hiawassee and the stunning Hamilton Gardens. This magical botanical garden is filled with native wildflowers like trilliums, shooting stars, and trout lilies, and more than 1,500 rhododendrons and native azaleas making it the largest collection in the Southeast! During peak bloom time we will be celebrating our beautiful native flowers with a Rhododendron Festival. Enjoy live music, food, drinks, a plant sale, daily seminars and more! Admission: $6 donation requested to tour the gardens.

Open tournament $120 cash with $10 optional big fish Solo event Sign up at ramp You may also like the following events from Brett Matthews: This Saturday, 7th February, 05:30 am, Carters Lake- #6 of 9 in Chatsworth This May, 2nd May, 05:30 am, Lake Lanier (2 day event)- #9 of 9 in Murrayville

Run for the Rhodos is a unique, blossoming event presented by Hamilton Gardens of the entertainment rich Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds nestled in exceptionally scenic Hiawassee, Georgia. This runner/walker friendly 5K experience offers racers a woodland trail course that immerses you in our ravishing Rhododendron Garden while in its full bloom splendor! The proceeds from your participation in our 2025 Rhodo Fest garden run will support Hamilton Garden's on-going mission to FUEL NATURE! All participants registered before April 17, 2025, will receive a Rhodo race tee shirt as well as finisher's greenery to plant!

Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival Saturday, April 25, 2026 11am-5pm Tickets: Advance Tickets: $40.00 At the Gate: $45.00 Age 13-20 $25.00 Age 12 and under free Tickets include a souvenir glass and tastings at 30+ wineries. You also have access to food & craft vendors, live music, and garden tours! Shuttle services will be provided from the local campgrounds and hotels. Wine by the bottle will be available to purchase. While there is an ATM on site, we do encourage you to bring cash to purchase wine by the bottle to take home with you. Sip, stroll, and savor the beauty of the mountains at the Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival. Sample wines from 30+ premier regional wineries, enjoy live music by Wyatt Espalin & friends on two stages, browse unique artisan goods, and indulge in tasty bites from local food trucks. Don't miss the chance to wander the Hamilton Rhododendron Gardens at peak bloom! Enjoy: 20 acres of a beautiful Rhododendron gardens 30+ Wineries offering Tastings Live Music all Day Photo Ops Mountain Views Lake Views Food Vendors Arts & Craft vendors Free Parking Live Music on the Hootenanny Stage presented by Wyatt Espalin. Wineries: Accent Cellars Buckley Vineyards CeNita Vineyards Chateau Meichtry Cottage Vineyard & Winery Crane Creek Vineyards Currahee Vineyard & Winery Engelheim Vineyards Etowah Meadery Grandaddy Mimm's Grapes & Ladders Winery Hightower Creek Vineyards Kaya Vineyard & Winery Limoges Cellars Living Water Winery & Vineyard Mercier Orchards Odom Springs Vineyards Paradise Hills Winery Paulk Vineyards R.M. Rose Roo Mountain Vineyards Santos Sangria Sharp Mountain Vineyards Stonewall Creek Vineyards Tesnatee River Winery Tiger Mountain Vineyards Yonah Mountain Vineyards

2026 Georgia Mountain Rally, May 1, 2 and 3 at the picturesque Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee, GA. Enjoy legendary Appalachian Mountain riding, steak and chili dinners, interesting speakers (Kandi Spangler will make an encore appearance), and training from the BMW Performance Center. This area of the Appalachians offers rewarding twisties - including Deal's Gap, the Cherohala Skyway and the Blue Ridge Parkway - inspiring vistas and renowned mountain hospitality. Plus, it's dual-sport heaven for all skill levels. Truly the perfect start to anyone's riding season!

Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - A Thursday Night Concert Series Thursday evenings from May 7 - June 4 May 7th | May 14th | May 21st | May 28th | June 4th Food Court & Wine Bar open at 5pm Live Music Starts at 6:00pm Admission: FREE! Donations appreciated

Come hungry and get ready to taste your way through an incredible culinary feast! Over 120 talented cooks and chefs will be firing up 100 top-of-the-line Primo Ceramic Grills and Big Green Eggs, each serving up generous samples of their mouthwatering specialties. This festival proudly continues the tradition of the Georgia Mountain Big Green Eggfest, which was the largest satellite Eggfest in the country for 10 amazing years. Now it's back—bigger and better than ever—with the addition of Primo Ceramic Grills, known as the Cadillac of ceramic grills, cooking side by side with our legendary Big Green Eggs. From smoky barbecue to sweet treats, you'll find an incredible variety of dishes to sample and enjoy. Chat with the cooks and chefs, pick up new recipes, learn insider grilling tips, and get inspired by all the delicious creativity on display. The fun kicks off Friday evening, May 15th at 5:00 PM, with our Meet & Greet Celebration at the Antique Farm Museum inside the Georgia Mountain Fair's Main Exhibit Hall. Bring a dish to share—or cook on one of our Primo Ceramic Grills—and enjoy live bluegrass music while you mix and mingle. Beer and wine will be available for purchase, or you can bring your own favorite beverage. Please note: parking is limited at the Exhibit Hall, but our shuttle will be running continuously from the main parking areas. This one-of-a-kind event is a can't-miss weekend for food lovers, grill enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys great company and great eats. Mark your calendars, bring your appetite, and join us for an unforgettable culinary adventure! We can't wait to see you here!