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.
The Andrews Farmers' Market is excited to invite local vendors to join us for our upcoming market season! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to showcase your products and services while connecting with potential customers. We are currently signing up vendors for the 2026 market season and are looking for farmers, makers, bakers, and more! If you are looking for another sales outlet or regular event, we would love for you to join us every Friday evening, May through October in downtown Andrews for a truly unique farmers' market experience! Market Details: Date: Every Friday Evening, May - October Time: 5pm to 8pm Location: The Parking Lot of 1026 Main Street, Andrews Booth Fee: $45/whole season (27 event days), or $5/day, or FREE for farmers selling out of their vehicles We are also offering a 50% discount for any vendor who is willing to do a demonstration. The demonstration will have to be previewed and approved before the discount is offered. We're looking for homestead focused demonstrations like gardening tips, a mini canning class, mushroom growing/identification, chicken care, etc. These can be used to promote your homestead/business if it's related to the demonstration. If you have any other ideas please reach out to discuss. Join us for an evening filled with community, music, food, and fun activities! Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your business and build community. Vendor emails have gone out with this year's sign up forms to last year's vendor list. Previous vendors be sure to check your email and get signed up as soon as possible to reserve your spot! Potential vendors can email us at andrewsfarmersmarket@gmail.com to receive a copy of the forms to sign up with.
DMTB is a celebration of the music of the Dave Matthews Band – a time machine to a funky tea party in the 90’s, a boisterous time of tape trading, sing-alongs, and exploration into a new sonic landscape. For over 20 years, the Dave Matthews Tribute Band has been performing sold out shows around the world; playing over 2,000 concerts in 46 states and 9 countries
There's fun to be had on this 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. Special for children - ride the miniature 7½ gauge hand car for free! Also, visit inside the Depot to view 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. 2026 Ride The Rails Schedule October 24 - 25, November 28
Celebrate the magic of fall at Kerith House Fall Market. Browse a cozy collection of local vendors featuring handmade art, seasonal treats, retail finds, and more. Embrace the crisp air, warm flavors, and charming atmosphere that make this market a fall favorite—plus enjoy Kerith House’s renowned wine. Grab your friends and family for a weekend of shopping, sipping, and all things autumn!
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.
Welcome to the Sautee Nacoochee Farmers Market! We are located at the Sautee Nacoochee Center (SNC) at the entrance on 193 HWY 255 N. Sautee Nacoochee, GA 30571. 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, farm-fresh eggs, and other natural products. Every Sunday, from 10 AM to 1 PM, 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 market is managed by the Environmental Stewardship and Preservation program at SNC. The program is building a community of stewards who care about living sustainably and protecting the environment. The Sautee Nacoochee Farmers Market is more than just a place to shop – it’s a place to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant community. We look forward to seeing you there!
Hike to the suspension bridge and watch the moon rise above the gorge. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center. Please call and sign up in advance space is limited. Plan to pay with cash as the gift shop is closed at this time. $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
The Pioneer Village transforms into a haunted maze of ghostly encounters and spine-tingling surprises. Be prepared to be scared as you make your way through the village! This year's theme is Haunted Village:Clowns Left Behind. Due to the nature of the event we cannot allow strollers, wheelchairs, or walkers. And of course no pets allowed.
The Andrews Farmers' Market is excited to invite local vendors to join us for our upcoming market season! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to showcase your products and services while connecting with potential customers. We are currently signing up vendors for the 2026 market season and are looking for farmers, makers, bakers, and more! If you are looking for another sales outlet or regular event, we would love for you to join us every Friday evening, May through October in downtown Andrews for a truly unique farmers' market experience! Market Details: Date: Every Friday Evening, May - October Time: 5pm to 8pm Location: The Parking Lot of 1026 Main Street, Andrews Booth Fee: $45/whole season (27 event days), or $5/day, or FREE for farmers selling out of their vehicles We are also offering a 50% discount for any vendor who is willing to do a demonstration. The demonstration will have to be previewed and approved before the discount is offered. We're looking for homestead focused demonstrations like gardening tips, a mini canning class, mushroom growing/identification, chicken care, etc. These can be used to promote your homestead/business if it's related to the demonstration. If you have any other ideas please reach out to discuss. Join us for an evening filled with community, music, food, and fun activities! Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your business and build community. Vendor emails have gone out with this year's sign up forms to last year's vendor list. Previous vendors be sure to check your email and get signed up as soon as possible to reserve your spot! Potential vendors can email us at andrewsfarmersmarket@gmail.com to receive a copy of the forms to sign up with.
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! Enter the costume contest! Age categories are: Birth-2 3-4 5-8 9-12 13-19 Adults 20+ Family or Groups If you dare: Haunted Pioneer Village Friday, October 30th Saturday, October 31st 6pm-10pm $5 per person
Stage Fright - Ghost Stories at the Peacock – 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 30th. Part Casper the Ghost. Part Addams Family. Join a ghostly gathering of creepy tales, chilling stories and family-friendly fun with tricks and treats for the kids, a costume parade for all with prizes, haunting music, and a weird poem or two. Digging up spooky, spirited moments on stage. Pumpkins, scarecrows and tombstones provide a backdrop for stories, sketches, dancing, music, costumes and songs. Batty bats, creepy creatures, and screams of joy - something for everyone. The SCRIBES ON STAGE series captures the magic of the mountains and talented area performers: playwrights, poets, writers, storytellers, singer/song writers and musicians—a wide cast of characters, both amateur and experienced. You’ll enjoy these fun, entertaining performances.
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 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.
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.
TRUNK OR TREAT Downtown vehicle-decorating fun and candy giveaway for families and kids of all ages! 🗓 Saturday, October 31 🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
October 31, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the downtown commercial district, allowing families to trick-or-treat safely at local participating shops and businesses.
Not only will the downtown businesses will be handing out candy, BUT other businesses and individuals from all over the area will be joining us on the Downtown Square to hand out MORE CANDY THAN EVER!! There is no admission charge and lots of good, small-town FUN! We are inviting businesses and organizations that are not located in Downtown Murphy to join in on the fun of passing out candy. Please go the following link to register for a booth. https://www.townofmurphync.com/form/a-murphy-haunting-2025-halloween If you have any questions please contact Laura Lachance at downtowndirector@townofmurphync.com. Please don't just show up! A spot will be assigned to you as we get closer to the event. Be prepared to pass out LOTS OF CANDY!
Celebrate Halloween in a fun, festive, and family-friendly setting at the Blue Ridge Halloween Safe Zone! Downtown Blue Ridge transforms into a safe, walkable area where children and families can enjoy an evening of costumes, candy, and community fun. Free parking will be available in all City of Blue Ridge–owned lots, along Mountain Street, and at Blue Ridge City Hall beginning at 4:00 PM. Event Schedule 5:00 PM – Candy distribution begins 5:30 PM – Costume Contest Event Location The Halloween Safe Zone will take place on East Main Street between Church Street and Mountain Street. For the safety of all attendees, East Main Street will be closed to traffic during the event. Bring the kids, show off those costumes, and enjoy a safe and spooktacular Halloween evening in downtown Blue Ridge!
Experience a hauntingly delightful Halloween celebration at Trick or Treating on the Square in Historic Downtown Clarkesville. On October 31st from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, families and trick-or-treaters are invited to explore the charming square and visit local shops and restaurants participating in this festive event. The evening features plenty of candy and treats from participating businesses, making it the perfect destination for collecting Halloween goodies. Children and pet owners won't want to miss the annual costume contest held at the Main Street tent starting at 6:00 PM, featuring separate categories by age group and a special pets division. This community-focused Halloween event combines the nostalgia of traditional trick-or-treating with the charm of a historic downtown setting. It's an ideal outing for families seeking a safe, fun, and festive way to celebrate the Halloween season while supporting local businesses.
Don't miss out on a spooktacular ride this fall—the Trick or Treat Train on Halloween! The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway crew will be dressed in their best costumes for a People’s Choice Costume Contest (passengers vote!) Plus, we'll provide Candy for kids to keep the Halloween spirit sweet and a festive atmosphere perfect for families and Halloween lovers alike! Once the train arrives, passengers are invited to join the annual Trick or Treat festivities in McCaysville & Copperhill—an unforgettable way to celebrate Halloween in two charming towns. Seats are limited for this one-night-only event—reserve your spot today! Departs: Blue Ridge Depot at 5:00 PM Destination: McCaysville, GA & Copperhill, TN Returns 9:00 PM
Head to Blue Ridge Methodist Church for their annual Trunk n' Treat & Hayride- a community focused Halloween event! Costumed kids can hop from trunk to trunk for an evening of trunk-or-treating while listening to live music, snacks and treats, and enjoying a hayride. For additional information regarding this family-friendly event, please email the church at blueridgemethodistga@gmail.com or call 706-632-2327.
Trunk or Treat, Hayrides, Kids Carnival, Food, Campsite Decorating Contest, Crafts, Cookie Decorating, Tick or Treating in the Campground
Put on your favorite costumes and enjoy a spooktacular evening of Trick or Treating with the Merchants in the twin cities of McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN! Local businesses will be handing out treats as kids and families stroll through downtown collecting goodies.To keep the fun safe and stress-free, Bridge Street will be closed to vehicle traffic, creating a family-friendly, walkable area perfect for trick-or-treating. It’s a festive way to celebrate Halloween while supporting local shops and enjoying the charm of the Twin Cities. Bring your little goblins, superheroes, and princesses for a night of safe, spooky fun and sweet treats! Free event open to all children, fun begins at 6pm.
Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades. A platinum-recording artist, Rodney's recorded eight major record label comedy albums, followed by three albums on his own record label, Laughter's Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album, "Get Em Out," (released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album "Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special. Rodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut "Hangin' With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live, Morning Wood, Nutsack, Greatest Hits, King of the Mountains, El Nino Loco, C'mon Laugh You Bastards, Laughter's Good and The Hits, all of which continue to receive radio airplay and regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin' With Rodney” and "Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights," a tribute to our military. Rodney also added "author" to his list of accomplishments with the release of his book “Rodney Carrington, Coming Clean'' published by Hatchette Books. Over the years, he's starred in his own TV sitcom, “Rodney", which ran for two seasons on ABC, co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film, “Beer for My Horses,” which won the Tex Ritter Award from the ACM, and starred in his own Netflix special "Here Comes The Truth.” Rodney's also appeared on countless other TV shows, including the ACA (American Country Awards), hosting the American Country New Year's Eve Live show on FOX, and won "Supporting Character of the Year” from the CMT Music Video Awards for his appearance on the Trace Adkins' music video “I Got My Game On."
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM - Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA - Come out and decorate your vehicle for Halloween and hand out candy to Boys and Ghouls 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
Join Us For Forge After Dark–A Blacksmithing Evening Event. Forge After Dark is a nighttime gathering illuminating the art of blacksmithing. Experience the night’s enchantment as blacksmiths forge items for the in-person auction. Enjoy food trucks, axe throwing, music, and more. This family-friendly event is free and open to all.
Taking place in Clayton (Rabun County) and surrounding counties. Follow them on their website and Facebook for lodging, dining and art galleries and shops participating in this Arts Tour! Participants in the Rabun County area are listed such as Butler Galleries which has a booth by the North Georgia Arts Guild members, Foxfire, Gallery 441 in Dillard, Lakemont Gallery, Timpson Creek Gallery and Transformation Glass. Contact them for a brochure and map! Enjoy exploring the northeast Georgia mountains!
Come enjoy an evening with Bob Hope, Elvis, Connie Francis, Raquel Welch, Marilyn Monroe, The Andrews Sisters, Johnny Cash, Frank Sinatra and more! It's a blast from the past with love for our Military. The Menagerie Theatre and Event Center is fully ADA with easy accessible parking, wheelchair restrooms, wheelchair seating throughout, and a ADA ramp to the stage. Regular tickets $25 Student/senior tickets $20 Veterans and Active Duty are free.
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.
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.
What do the animals of North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park do with leftover pumpkins? They eat them, smash them, and have an absolute blast with them! Pumpkins are not only a nutritious treat but also incredible enrichment for our animals, and we want you to be part of the fun. Join us as we toss, smash, and create one of a kind enrichment experiences for our amazing wildlife. It's messy, it's exciting, and it's something you have to see to believe. Come make some memories with us and give those leftover pumpkins a purpose they'll never forget! Pumpkin Smash is included with Admission.
The annual Veterans Day parade begins at 10 a.m., with line-up starting about 9 a.m. The parade starts at the corner of East Main and Church streets in Blue Ridge and continues along East Main through downtown to East First Street, then to Veterans Memorial Park on Old Highway 76, across from Fannin County Middle School. Experience a meaningful Veterans Day Ceremony at the park, hosted by North Georgia Honor Guard and followed by food, music, raffles and family fun!
Enjoy a gathering of local and regional artisans who will be offering their unique, hand-crafted items, just in time for the holidays! Browse and select soaps, decorative and functional wood items, fine jewelry, pottery, home goods, toys, Cottage crafted consumables, fiber art, glass art, plus much more! Mingle, jingle, and shop to your heart’s content. Free admission.
This event will host all kinds of local crafts, baked goods, artisan creations, face painting and so much more…it’s an event you surely won’t want to miss! All of these great things will be going on while the farm is still offering hay rides, petting zoo, fresh picked produce, slushies, boiled peanuts, popcorn and more! The regular farm market will run 10am-5pm, and the Community Makers Market will run 10am-3pm. Currently there are over 20 amazing and unique vendors signed up. Vendor list will be available soon.
Founded in Tampa, Florida in 1919, Tin Can Tourists is the oldest camping club in the world! Tin Can Tourists of Georgia will have a vintage trailer and RV show open to the public on November 7, 2026. Come out and see almost 100 vintage trailers and RV's from the 1940's to the 1980's from Shasta, Spartan, Winnebago, and many other great unique brands!
Join us for our 6th Annual OTM Fall MarketPlace. Featuring over 100 artisans, craftspeople, artists, makers, small businesses and other vendors. One of the favorite events each year in Rabun County, OTM Fall MarketPlace is held during the peak of leaf season, a day filled with nature's beauty and talented artists combined.
Add this amazing event to your Veteran's Day celebration while you are in Dahlonega for the Veteran's Day parade! Enjoy a 17 piece swing band, swing dancers, and the wit of Bob Hope! The Menagerie Theatre and Event Center is fully ADA with easy accessible parking, wheelchair restrooms, wheelchair seating throughout, and a ADA ramp to the stage.
Theirs has been one of the most distinctive and timeless sounds in the music industry for over 50 years, and now The Oak Ridge Boys are bringing their American Made Farewell Tour across the country for an unforgettable night of entertainment for the entire family. The show will feature many of the group's country hits and two pop smashes, songs that earned them Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards, as well as garnering a host of other industry and fan accolades. “When I go on stage, I get the same feeling I had the first time I sang with The Oak Ridge Boys,” says lead singer Duane Allen. “This is the only job I've ever wanted to have.” “‘Elvira' was always on repeat when I was growing up,” says tenor Ben James. “It's still one of those timeless songs that never grow old.” James first met The Oak Ridge Boys in November 2022. “Joe (Bonsall) handed me the mic and said, ‘You've got the next verse,'” James said. “I'm not sure I will ever get over that moment.” A little more than a year later, Bonsall handed the microphone to James permanently. “Many of you know I have been battling a slow onset neuromuscular disorder,” Bonsall recently announced. “I am now at a point where walking is impossible, so I have basically retired from the road. It has been a great 50 years that I will never forget. There is a young man named Ben James singing for me out there, and he needs your love and encouragement. He brings a ton of talent to the table. The Oak Ridge Boys will finish the Farewell Tour without me, but rest assured, I am good with all of it! God's Got It!!!” Allen and James, along with baritone, William Lee Golden, and bass, Richard Sterban, are set to complete the full tour schedule for The Oak Ridge Boys American Made Farewell Tour. The group recently returned to the studio with Grammy-winning producer Dave Cobb, their fifth pairing with the legendary Nashville super-producer.
The Ray Howard band is an exciting Band that specializes in Classic Soul/R&B, The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience and Motown Tribute shows! The band provides live music that is cross-generational and fun!
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 8th and 15th 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 5-8 pm. Make sure to come out early for drinks and BOGO tacos (dine-in only).
The Run for the Rescues 5K is a fun event for the entire family to support Lumpkin County Animal Services in Dahlonega. Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this event welcomes participants of all fitness levels — and their four-legged companions! This year is extra special! Groundbreaking has officially begun on the brand-new Lumpkin County Animal Shelter, a facility that will let us help even more of our community's needy animals. Every registration fee and donation directly supports this mission — from day-to-day life-saving care to the future of our shelter. Your involvement helps provide: - Life-saving medical treatments - Spay/neuter services to prevent pet overpopulation - Daily care, food, shelter, and love for animals awaiting their forever homes - Community outreach and education programs - Medical equipment for the new surgical suite at our shelter under construction What You'll Enjoy: - A fun run/walk in scenic Dahlonega - The chance to win a dog/cat lovers gift basket in our raffle - The opportunity to earn a medal for your age group (by decade) and overall man/woman - The chance to meet your new bestie at our on-site adoption event! *Register before 11/1 and receive a FREE 2026 Run for the Rescues T-shirt!!! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are encouraged! Where: Cottrell Elementary School, 220 Pinetree Way, Dahlonega When: Saturday, November 14, 9 am (Registration begins at 8:00 am) Sign up today and be part of something bigger than a race. Be part of a rescue mission that saves lives, one step at a time. *T-shirts are included for registrants of the in-person race only (not the virtual race). Proudly organized by Friends of Lumpkin County Shelter Animals
One day sale of Holiday Antiques, Vintages and Crafts for early shopping from our fabulous vendors.
Youth Rodeo Series
Drive on in and bring those classics! Any and all classic cars welcome. Enjoy food and drink trucks, 50/50 raffle, and more!
Think you’ve got the best chili recipe around? Or just love a good bowl of chili? Join us at CeNita Vineyards for an afternoon of homemade chili, great wine, and friendly competition in a beautiful vineyard setting. Local cooks will go head-to-head for bragging rights as guests sample each entry and cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award. Whether you’re entering your signature recipe or simply coming to enjoy the atmosphere, it’s a fun and flavorful way to spend a fall afternoon at CeNita. Participants who wish to compete must register in advance, and guests can join in the tasting by purchasing a glass of wine, which includes a voting ticket to sample and vote for their favorite chili. Bring your friends, your appetite, and your competitive spirit for an afternoon filled with great food, award-winning wine, and even better company. We can’t wait to see who takes home the title of CeNita Chili Cookoff Champion. Sign up to compete here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKfk_DD39qmXCydjAH6269gsavwB3hREPOxzXry36UAfP10g/viewform
The Twisted Tomato McCaysville Bigfoot Boogie 5K is the final of three 5Ks as part of the Riverwalk Run Series, America’s only two-state 5K series! Join us on Saturday, November 14 at 4:30 PM and run two states in McCaysville, Georgia and Copperhill, Tennessee. This fun and festive 3.1-mile race follows the Toccoa (Ocoee) River and crosses the historic steel bridge between the two states, set against the backdrop of peak fall color in the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a playful nod to local Bigfoot lore, the event features a lively atmosphere with costumes, music, and post-race celebrations throughout the Riverwalk area. All participants receive a race shirt and finisher medal, with awards for top finishers and age groups. Participants completing all three races earn a special challenge award. Join runners and visitors from across the region for a memorable fall weekend in North Georgia and Southeast Tennessee.
Music Bingo at Lucky's ⏰ 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! 🍹🎵
Live Music is Better Concert Series is proud to announce the return of beloved Rolling Stone's tribute band Tattoo You! The members of TATTOO YOU approach this amazing catalog of music with a love of the band, a passion for the music and a dedication to recreate these songs with the spirit and energy that they demand. There will be no wigs, costumes or phony British accents. Our focus is solely on the music and we look forward to bringing you all the hits and lots and lots of deep cuts!
Join the fun every Sunday 10 AM–2 PM at the Growers and Makers Market in The Garden at Nacoochee Village (7025 S Main St, Helen, GA 30545). This family-friendly weekend event in Helen Georgia is Free, and a pet-friendly + it’s a locals’ favorite outdoor activity offering plenty of free parking.
Join the fun every Sunday 10 AM–2 PM at the Growers and Makers Market in The Garden at Nacoochee Village (7025 S Main St, Helen, GA 30545). This family-friendly weekend event in Helen Georgia is Free, and a pet-friendly + it’s a locals’ favorite outdoor activity offering plenty of free parking.
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 8th and 15th 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.
Join us for a tour for Traces of Us led by selected exhibiting artists and student curators. Traces of Us invites UNG student artists to explore the marks we leave behind—visible or invisible, personal or collective, fleeting or enduring. Through any medium or perspective, this exhibition embraces interpretations of memory, identity, relationships, place, time, and transformation, celebrating the many ways our presence echoes through the world. This exhibition is being curated and prepared by students enrolled in Fall 2026 ART 4590 Exhibition Practicum and co-sponsored by the Center for Student Engagement and Leadership. There is ample parking behind the library.
Twin Cities Farmers Market is holding special market days for the holidays. Saturday November 21 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and November 28 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Set in the picturesque area surrounding the historic steel bridge that links Copperhill, TN and McCaysville, GA, the market offers a vibrant mix of: -Artisanal and handmade goods -Baked treats and specialty foods -Local crafts and artwork -Seasonal plants and flowers Whether you’re shopping for the week’s groceries, searching for unique gifts, or simply enjoying a stroll by the river, the Twin Cities Market is a place to connect, support small businesses, and celebrate our community. Contact Copperhill City Hall for Vendor info.
The Art Center hosts the Blue Ridge Business Association’s annual Gingerbread Village! We invite you to explore the enchanted Gingerbread Village and admire impressive gingerbread creations created by members of the community! Before you leave, be sure to check out the Holiday Show & Sale to shop for unique, handmade holiday gifts. Come view the confectionery creations and give yourself a little holiday spirit, and vote for your favorite house for the People's Choice award!
Join us at Lucky's for live music with Mountain Gypsy Music, from 6-9 pm tonight! Also, it's our BOGO taco day - all day long, when you dine in.