Below are lists of free festivals, fairs, holiday and special events in Georgia. Many events are located near you. Call listings contact numbers for info.
Annual Aragon Kid's Day - 6/1/13 at 10am-3pm
Aragon Kid's Day is held at the park beside the Aragon Mill Pond. This event will be for children 16 years and younger. Let your children enjoy fishing in the pond, games, a goat hunt, and a greasy pole climb. Prizes and trophies will be awarded. Hot dogs and drinks will be provided. This event is sponsored by the City of Aragon Davitte Lodge No. 513 and area merchants. Free admission and parking!Phone: 770-684-6563 - Address: 2814 Rome Hwy., Aragon, GA 30104
Possum Pickin Bluegrass Concert 2013 - 6/8, 7/13, 8/10 9/14 & 10/12/13 at 7-9:30pm
Bring a chair and join your friends. Featuring live bands from West Georgia and East Alabama. Free fun event!Phone: 770-574-2929 - Location: Head Ave, Tallapoosa, Georgia
Woodstock Summer Concert Series: Featuring Yacht Rock Revue - 6/8/13 at 7:30pm Featuring Ed Roland and The Sweet Tea Project - 7/13/13 at 7:30-10pm Featuring The Dazz Band - 8/10/13 at 7:30-10pm Featuring The Marshall Tucker Band - 9/14/13 at 7:30-10pm
Put on your dancing shoes. Celebrating its 16th year, the series will serve up a free eclectic musical brew of classic rock, current country, southern rock, and rhythm & blues in the lovely downtown Park at City Center. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and arrive early. Food vendors, a moonwalk provided by Colby Chiropractic, face painting, balloon animals for the kids, and water brought to you by Momentum Church. Handicapped Accessible events. Pets are accepted. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-924-0406 - Address: 101 E Main St, Woodstock, GA
Bremen Car Cruise 2013 - 6/8, 7/13, 8/10, 9/14 and 10/12/13 at 5-8pm
Enjoy an evening of nostalgia, and browse the antique cars and trucks along the main street in Bremen every second Saturday evening from April to October. Enjoy a hot dog and soda while you step back in time from 5 p.m. until dark. Call for or more information. Free admission and parking!Phone: Raymond at 770-301-8782 - Location: Tallapoosa St., Bremen, GA 30110
LaFayette Freedom Festival - 6/28/13 at 5-11pm
Fireworks, family fun, food and fantastic music are the theme. Following the music, fireworks will begin around 9:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair and spend the evening. No animals are permitted except for working animals. Free admission.Phone: 706-639-1590 - Address: Municipal Park, 638 S. Main St. (Business U.S. 27), Lafayette, GA 30728
Annual Fireworks Display - 7/3/13 at 5-10pm
See the largest fireworks display in NW Georgia. Everyone in the family will enjoy live entertainment, concessions, games and the spectacular fireworks. Handicapped Accessible events. Pets are welcome. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-459-7011 - Address: Villa Rica Civic Center & Sports Complex, 1605 Highway 61, Villa Rica, GA 30180
July 4th Downtown Festivities - 7/4/13
Come join in our hometown Independence Day Festivities! Our historic downtown is crowded with all ages of locals & visitors waiting for the fabulous patriotic themed parade followed by the block party with live music & then the beautiful fireworks that light up our downtown skies at dark! Free admission. Location: Downtown, Ellijay, GA 30540
Blairsville Spring Arts & Crafts Festival - 5/26/13 at 10am-4pm
Come to Blairsville in the North Georgia mountains to view the juried artists and craftsmen exhibit on the Square surrounding Union County's Historic Courthouse. $75 exhibitor fee. Free parking and admission.Phone: 706-994-4837 - Location: Town Square, Blairsville, GA 30512
Helen-Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race - 5/30 - 6/1/13
The South's oldest balloon event and the United States' only long distance hot air balloon race will begin (weather permitting) with a mass ascension of 30 bright and colorful hot air balloons, in North Georgia's Alpine Village - Helen. Race competitors and local flyers will take to the sky at 7 am on Thursday. Local flying events will take place also on Friday and Saturday. The balloons will fly around 7:30am & 6pm each day (weather permitting). The balloons will only fly for around 1-2 hours. There will be many opportunities available to the public; assisting with the inflations, being a part of a chase crew, taking a tethered ride in a balloon or a champagne flight over the mountains. Free fun event! Phone: 706-878-2271 - Location: Downtown, Helen, GA 30545
Elachee’s Trail Crew Work Day - 6/1/13 at 10am – 3pm
A good day of exercise, camaraderie, and doing something good for the planet! Join us as we work to improve Elachee’s trails. Bring water, lunch, gloves and rain gear. Tools, training, and afternoon refreshments included. Those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Call to pre-register. Free.Phone: 770-535-1976 - Address: Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, GA 30504
Dahlonega Appalachian Jam - 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28 & 10/12/13 at 2-5pm
North Georgia's mountain music pickers and singers flock to the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site for the 2013 Dahlonega Appalachian Jam every Saturday. The Appalachian Jam gives traditional mountain music players the chance to get together and celebrate the kind of music that has been performed in the Appalachian Mountains for generations. Musicians are invited to bring their instruments and gather on the historic Public Square to jam with the scheduled musicians. Everyone else should come on down and listen or dance. Visitors enjoy an afternoon and evening (even a few days) of fun with downtown Dahlonega's extensive dining opportunities and linger for some great shopping at the 60 retail stores in the downtown area. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-482-2707 - Address: 1 Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games - 6/8 - 6/9/13
There's family fun for your whole clan. Enjoy Bagpipes and Drums, Highland music, dancing and food with a Scottish flair. There's plenty of excitement when athletes compete in traditional Games including caber toss, putting the stone, and tossing the sheaf. Watch border collies herd sheep and falcons swoop down on prey, Gordon setters hunt game birds and Clann Nan Con recreate the feel of early Scottish settlers in Georgia with their period clothing and weapons. Bring the kids so they can participate in their own Highland Games. There is even a 4-hole mini golf course, train ride, face painting, and castle space walk. This and more - all for free! Phone: 877-745-5789 - Address: 100 Pool Lane, Meeks Park, Blairsville, GA 30512
Summer Exhibitions - 6/13 - 8/17/13
Visit the this summer to view "Cruising Southern Waters," a juried exhibition featuring artworks by signature members of the American Society of Marine Artists; "Exploring Acadia," artworks by Debra Nadelhoffer; and "Making Waves" by artist Judith Surowiec and Artist Amanda Carder.
Open Monday – Friday, 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. An opening reception will be held Thursday, June 13 from 5:30 to 7 pm. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-536-2575 - Address: Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 514 Green St NE, Gainesville, GA 30501
North Georgia Folk Potters Festival - 6/15/13 at 8am-2pm
Browse the work of 40 potters from across the Southeast selling their unique creations of face jugs, pigs, roosters and more along with all types of handmade items. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-677-1528 - Address: 712 Thompson St, Homer, GA 30547
Pre-Fourth Extravaganza Weekend - 6/28/13 at 9am-10pm
This pre-Independence Day weekend event starts at 7-11 p.m., with Dancin' on Depot. Enjoy the bands, good food and lots of dancing. On Saturday, June 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., browse the Hartwell Service League's Pre-Fourth Craft Festival. After the craft festival, bring the family to Big Oaks Recreation Area for a late afternoon and evening party. Enjoy the festival food and kick back while you watch the fireworks over the dam. The Community Band starts at 8 pm with fireworks at 8:45pm. Free admission.Phone: 706-376-8590 - Address: Big Oaks Recreation Area, 5625 Anderson Hwy., Hartwell, GA 30643
7th Annual Mountain Fling - 6/29 at 9am-5pm & 6/30/13 at 11am-4pm
The Mountain Fling is a two-day juried show featuring original fine art and fine crafts, ceramics, fiber art, jewelry, soaps, gourds, leather goods, pet items and outdoor art. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-896-0932 - Address: 121 Meeks Ave., Blairsville, GA 30512
July 4th Celebration in Cumming - 7/3 - 7/4/13
The City of Cumming's Independence Day Celebration begins on July 3 at 6 p.m. with food and drink vendors, inflatables for kids, a live band, a fireworks display and an all-age dance contest following the fireworks. Bring your blanket, sit on the lawn and enjoy the festivities. On July 4, enjoy the famous Steam Engine Parade beginning at 10 a.m. The parade will include steam engines, antique tractors, antique cars and many other floats decorated in the spirit of the holiday. After the Steam Engine Parade, take a closer look at the steam engines, tractors and cars at the fairgrounds. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-781-3491- Address: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Rd., Cumming, GA 30040
4th of July Boat Parade on Lake Chatuge - 7/4/13 at 10am-2pm
Spend America's birthday in Hiawassee and watch the annual 4th of July Boat Parade on Lake Chatuge. Enjoy the rest of the day on this beautiful TVA lake. Boaters line up behind the Grand Marshall for the parade start at 10 a.m. at Nantahala Bay. No wake, and boats must fly a U.S. flag. Additional patriotic decorations are encouraged. Boats must have a number issued by the Grand Marshall to be considered for judging. Prizes are awarded for most creative, and most red, white and blue. Spectators can enjoy the parade from the Towns County Recreation Center, Anderson Bridge and the Georgia Mountain Fair Campgrounds.The parade ends at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds with a hot dog cookout. Pets are welcome. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-896-4966 - Location: Lake Chatuge Hwy 76, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Fourth of July Celebration - 7/4/13
See the spectacular fireworks display from most anywhere on the North end of the county. Don't miss the fun. Free fun event! Phone: 706-212-0241 - Address: North U.S. Highway 441, Dillard, GA 30537
Independence Day Fireworks - 7/4/13 at 9-9:30pm
At 9:30 p.m., watch the skies over Meeks Park in Blairsville light up with an explosion of lights and color! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-745-5789 - Address: Meeks Park, 11 Pool Lane, Meeks Park Hwy 515W (1/2 mile west of Blairsville), Blairsville, GA 30512
15th Annual Butternut Creek Festival - 7/20 - 7/21/13 at 10am-5pm
The two-day festival showcases the work of 65 artists and craftsmen in categories from basketry, fine art, fabric art and decorative painting, to glass, jewelry, metal working, photography, pottery and woodturning. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-439-6074 - Address: 480 Meeks Rd U.S. 76/515 West, Blairsville, GA 30512
North Georgia Quarter Midgets Eastern Grands - 7/21 - 7/27/13 at 11am
Watch children age 5 to 16 compete in the North Georgia Quarter Midgets Eastern Grands. Quarter Midgets of America is a non-profit organization with more than 2,500 family memberships and approximately 4,000 drivers. There are 13 regions in the organization and 50 Quarter Midget Clubs Nationwide. The sport involves racing in specially prepared cars. The cars, rules and safety procedures are designed specifically for kids. They race on oval tracks approximately 1/20 of a mile. A child who is 5 to 16 years of age can race. Safety features include full roll cages, multi-point seat harnesses, full face helmets, and other gear. The public is always invited and welcome to come watch the kids race. Free admission and parking.Phone: 678-770-3973 - Address: 235 Castleberry Rd, Cumming, GA 30040
Gallery 35 presents "Alpharetta Art In The Park" - 5/26, 6/29 - 6/30, 7/27 - 7/28, 8/24 - 8/25, 9/28 - 9/29
& 10/26 - 10/27/13
Visit Old Milton Park the last full weekend of each month from April through October, and see artists at work creating masterpieces right before your eyes. This outdoor festival under the trees attracts art lovers and exhibitors from all over the Atlanta area. Find pottery, woodwork, metal work, jewelry, handmade children's clothing, photography, watercolor, oil painting, soaps and lotions, mosaic art and much more. Free admission. Hours are Saturday: 10am-5pm and Sunday: 11am-4pm. Phone: 678-762-1035 - Address: 35 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta, GA 30004
Two For the Show - 5/26 - 5/31/13
Enjoy this Art Show featuring two talented painters. June Gotthardt’s landscape scenery of the North Carolina mountains will leave you with a longing for Appalachia. Karen Devine’s award winning pieces embody a child-like sense of wonder. Free fun event!Phone: 678-277-0910 - Address: Prime Timers Pointe at George Pierce Park, 55 Buford Highway, Suwanee GA
Memorial Day Celebration - 5/27/13 at 10am-5pm
There will be an assortment of antiques, crafts and food. The parade begins at 2 pm. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-599-8182 - Location: Main Street, Senoia, GA 30276
Three Dimensional Art Show - 5/27 - 5/31, 6/3 - 6/7, 6/10 - 6/14, 6/17 - 6/20 & 6/24 - 6/28/13 at 6pm
Bree Sauers of Tannery Row Artist Colony creates treasures from discarded finds. View an exhibit of mixed media which includes landscapes, still-life and a paper and plaster dress collection! Free fun event!Phone: 770-822-5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 West Crogan St, Lawrenceville GA
The Quilts of Gee's Bend - 5/28 - 5/31/13
Follow the history and culture of the small community of Gee's Bend expressed through the art of quilting in this exhibit at the Arts Clayton Gallery April 5 through May 31, 2013. Spanning nearly a century, the tradition of quilting has been passed from generation to generation. Free admission and parking. Open Tues-Fri at 9am-5pm and Sat at 10am-4pm. Closed on Sun and Mon. Phone: 770-473-5457 - Address: 136 S. Main St, Jonesboro, GA 30236
Kid's Fishing Day - 6/1/13 at 9am-1pm
Reel in some fun! To celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week, several groups are coming together to host a free fishing event for the whole family to enjoy! There will be hot dogs and drinks, prizes, and fishing for all skill levels. A fishing rod and bait will be provided, while supplies last. Demonstrators will be available to assist in baiting hooks and removing fish. Buford Trout Hatchery will stock over 2,000 Rainbow Trout on the morning of the event. Children are also invited to join Commissioner Lynette Howard at the Jones Bridge Park Playground for a play date and craft. All ages are invited to attend, while children ages 16 and under are invited to fish. Children must be accompanied by an adult; life jackets are recommended. Admission is free. No fishing license is necessary for the event. Phone: 678-277-0920 - Address: Jones Bridge Park, 4901 E Jones Bridge Rd, Peachtree Corners, Georgia 30092
Brown Bag Concert - 6/7/13 at 11am
Get transported to the islands with the cool sounds of Scott Douglas Steel Drums! Pack a lunch, bring a blanket, and enjoy the beautiful grounds on the square as we celebrate summer with Free music, crafts, face painting and more! Vendors can showcase their business, goods or sacks at this fun, family event, but must provide their own tent and proof of insurance. Items for sale must be approved. $86/ vendor for a 10 X 10 space, 1 table and 2 chairs. Call to register. Phone: 770-822-5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 West Crogan St, Lawrenceville GA
Summer Brown Bag Concerts - 6/7, 7/5 and 8/2/13 at 11am-1pm
The Gwinnett Historic Courthouse hosts free Summer Brown Bag Concerts on the lawn. Bring a blanket, pack a lunch and bring the kids for family-friendly music and entertainment in the gazebo and free kids activities, such face painting, crafts and Krazy Hair. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-822-5450 - Address: 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
First Friday Art Walk - 6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9/6 and 10/4/13 at 5-9pm
Art Walk is a free self-guided tour of the Marietta Square's eclectic art scene. Galleries, museums, cultural venues, restaurants and boutiques host artists within their businesses from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month (April through October) rain or shine. Look for an official Art Walk banner in the window to identify the participating venues. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-429-1115 - Address: 50 North Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
Youth Fishing Derby - 6/8/13 at 8-11am
Children ages 4-12 accompanied by adult are invited to participate in the Youth Fishing Derby sponsored by the City of Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department. Prizes will be awarded for longest fish and most fish caught. Bring fishing gear and bait. The event is free, but pre-registration is required. Space is limited to the first 80 children.Call to pre-register. Free parking. Phone: 678-297-6133 - Address: 3625 Brookside Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Beep Kickball Play Day - 6/8/13 at 9am
We’re partnering with the Georgia Blind Sports Association for a fun, Beep Kickball Play Day! This is an adapted version of an old favorite game. All ages are welcome and blindfolds are optional for beginners. Call for more information and to register. Free Admission! Phone: 770-277-0900 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Football Field, 2750 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth GA
Peachtree Corners Festival - 6/8 at 10am-6pm & 6/9/13 at 12noon-5pm
Join us for arts and crafts vendors, food, musical entertainment, children's activities, a car show and an invigorating 5K/10K run/walk. Located on tree-lined The Corners Parkway, the festival offers free admission and on-site free parking. Handicapped Accessible event. Phone: 770-367-3127 - Address: The Corners Parkway and Woodhill Drive, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
Roswell Lavender Festival - 6/8/12 at 10am-4pm
Enjoy a full day of lectures, craft activities and exhibits about lavender on the 7 landscaped acres of Barrington Hall. Sample lavender-infused foods; shop for plants, herbs and other specialty garden items; and relax in "The Zen Zone," an area devoted to the healing properties of lavender, featuring crystal bowl therapy, raiki healing and aromatherapy. Musicians from Ragamuffin Music Hall will perform Americana, bluegrass and folk music throughout the day. Handicapped Accessible (Limited) event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-640-3855 - Address: 535 Barrington Dr, Roswell, GA 30075
Annual Alpharetta "June Singing" of the Sacred Harp - 6/9/13 at 10am-3pm
Release your spirit in this uniquely American tradition. The Singing of the Sacred Harp brings a variety of people from shared cultural heritages together to sing four-part hymns and anthems. Beginners and newcomers are welcome as singers or listeners. No musical experience or religious affiliation is required. The singers spread "dinner on the ground" at 12 noon, and everyone brings a covered dish to share. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 770-490-4232 - Address: 4490 State Bridge Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005
Greater Atlanta Coin Show - 6/9, 7/14, 8/11, 9/8, 10/13, 11/10 &
12/8/13
The Greater Atlanta Coin Show meets once per month. Dealers provide a wide variety of numismatic items and collectibles. People are welcome to browse, buy, sell or trade coins, currency, bullion or other collectibles. Show at 9am-5pm. FREE admission and parking! See website for more info. Website: http://www.atlcoin.com/ - Address: Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs St, Marietta, GA 30064
Stories in Wood, Stories in Clay: The Legacy of Folk Art in N Georgia - 6/13/13 6:30pm
Chris Brooks, director of the Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia, discusses pottery and woodworking. This event is free and open to the public.Phone: 404-851-9111 ext. 2 - Address: The Heritage Sandy Springs Museum, 6075 Sandy Springs Circle, Sandy Springs, GA
Gallery 35 presents "Alpharetta Art In The Park" - 6/29 - 6/30/13
Visit Old Milton Park and see artists at work creating masterpieces right before your eyes. This outdoor festival under the trees attracts art lovers and exhibitors from all over the Atlanta area. Find pottery, woodwork, metal work, jewelry, handmade children's clothing, photography, watercolor, oil painting, soaps and lotions, mosaic art and much more. Free admission. Hours are Saturday: 10am-5pm and Sunday: 11am-4pm. Phone: 678-762-1035 - Address: 35 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta, GA 30004
4th of July Celebration at Wills Park - 7/4/13 at 5-10pm
Pack a picnic and celebrate our great nation with your family and friends at Alpharetta's Wills Park under the stars. Come decked out in your best red, white and and blue. Children's activities and local entertainment will be on the lawn behind Alpharetta Community Center from 6 p.m. to 9p.m. Food vendors will be located throughout the park from 6-10 pm. Spectacular fireworks begin at dusk rain or shine. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 678-297-6100 - Address: 1825 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009
4th of July Ice Cream Social on the McDonough Square - 7/4/13
Celebrate the 4th of July while enjoying a refreshing ice cream and socializing with the McDonough community. Fun for the whole family to attend! Handicapped Accessible event. Pets are welcome. Free admission and parking. Call for time. Phone: 770-957-3915 - Location: Downtown McDonough Square, McDonough, GA 30253
The Lost Folk Art of Moonshine Making - 7/18/13 at 6:30pm
Interpreter Bob Slack talks about the history of moonshine. This event is free and open to the public.Phone: 404-851-9111 ext. 2 - Address: The Heritage Sandy Springs Museum, 6075 Sandy Springs Circle, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Old Soldiers Day Race and Parade - 8/3/13 at 7am-12noon
Alpharetta has been honoring war veterans for more than 50 years. In tribute to the devoted, the city hosts a race, parade with floats, marching bands, military units, classic cars, clowns, music and candy. The Old Soldiers Day event includes kids activities and food for all.
There will be a 5K and 10K race for people of all ages. All race applications and fees must be in-hand before the race. Registration will resume on race day at 6 a.m. Pre-registered participants may pick up their race packet, t-shirt and race number a few days before the event at the Alpharetta Community Center. Be sure to catch the Old Soldiers Day Parade in downtown Alpharetta at 10:30 a.m. Race fee is $20. Handicapped Accessible (Limited) event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 678-297-6048 - Address: 2 S. Main St, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Kathy Reed: Folk Music and Folk Tunes - 8/8/13 at 6:30pm
A Georgia native with deep roots in East Tennessee, singer/songwriter Kathy Reed will perform on bass and guitar. This event is free and open to the public.Phone: 404-851-9111 ext. 2 - Address: The Heritage Sandy Springs Museum, 6075 Sandy Springs Circle, Sandy Springs, GA
Scarecrow Harvest - 10/5/13 at 10am
Over 100 scarecrows stand tall and proud along the streets of downtown Alpharetta, inspiring fall spirit! A family street party that continues into the night offers a farmer’s market, groovy music, free hayrides, quirky face painting, artsy activities and delicious food. Free fun event!Phone: 678-297-6078- Location: Milton Ave, historic downtown Alpharetta, GA
Christmas Tree Lighting - 12/6/13 at 5-8pm
All the magic of Christmas glistens at the annual lighting of the 45’ live spruce tree with 10,000 white lights at 6:15 p.m.! At 5 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting with children in the gazebo. Mayor Belle Isle will read the children’s classic book, ’Twas the Night Before Christmas. On Milton Square City Park with Santa, pre-lighting entertainment will consist of strolling elves creating FREE balloon sculptures, lighted train rides and holiday crafts provided by City of Alpharetta. Free fun event!Phone: 678-297-6048 - Location: Milton Square City Park, historic downtown Alpharetta, GA
Burning of Darien - 150th Commemorative - 6/15/13 at 10am-5pm
This historic festival and encampment will commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Burn of Darien. In June 1863, federal troops comprising the 54th Massachusetts led by Col. Robert Gould Shaw and 2nd South Carolina Volunteers by Col. James Montgomery marched on the coastal Georgia town of Darien with the intent to vandalize and burn. The largely deserted town was undefended at the time. The act was portrayed in the 1989 film "Glory." Free admission.Phone: 912-270-5613 - Address: 100 Broad St., Darien, GA 31305
4th of July Celebration at St. Marys - 7/4/13 at 9am-10pm
Celebrate the 4th of July in a small-town atmosphere in St. Marys with a parade, fireworks display, entertainment, arts, crafts and food vendors, kids' rides, entertainment throughout the day, a street dance and one of the largest fireworks displays in SE Georgia. Free admission and parking. Phone: 912-882-4000 - Address: 111 Osborne St, St. Marys, GA 31558
45th Annual Rock Shrimp Festival - 10/5/13 at 9am-5pm
This event continues its long-standing tradition of family fun with a full day of events including a pancake breakfast, 5K run, kids' activities, a themed parade featuring decorated floats, fire trucks, tractors, golf carts, and more. Downtown will be overflowing with all day entertainment, demonstrations, arts & crafts vendors, food concessionaires, and, of course, the sweet tasting rock shrimp that is the events namesake. Free admission and parking. Phone: 912-882-4000 - Address: 111 Osborne St., St. Marys, GA 31558
Memorial Day Observance - 5/26 - 5/28/13 at 8am-5pm
Each year Andersonville National Cemetery hosts a series of activities to commemorate the Memorial Day Holiday. On the Friday before the holiday, the Avenue of Flags is raised in the National Cemetery by volunteers. Throughout the weekend, volunteers honor our veterans by participating in the Flag Placement Program. Saturday morning, volunteers including scout and youth groups from across the state, place flags throughout Andersonville National Cemetery. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-924-0343 - Address: Andersonville National Cemetery, 496 Cemetery Road, Andersonville, GA 31711
Callaway Gardens Summer Farmers Market & Free Fabulous Fridays - 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 and 8/2/13 at 4-9pm
Kicking off the weekend will be even more fun this summer at the Callaway Gardens Farmers Market. Guests will be able to purchase items such as vegetables, fruits, eggs, meats, cheeses, herbs, honey, baked goods and healthy snacks, as well as flowers, bedding plants and potted plants. In addition, artisans and crafters will offer their creations for purchase. Enjoy Fabulous Fridays with free admission each week at Robin Lake Beach beginning at 4 p.m. The fun continues into the evening with great food, drink specials, live music, beach activities and, through August 30, the 8 p.m. FSU Flying High Circus performance. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking. Phone: 800-225-5292 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Watermelon Days Festival - 6/1 - 6/22/13
People from all over Georgia and the Southeast come to participate in the many events that pay tribute to our favorite fruit, the watermelon. Over 3 weeks, a pageant, dog show, watermelon decorating contest, fishing rodeo, walk, road race and much more are held as part of the festvial. The fourth Saturday is the main festival day, featuring a parade, arts and crafts, melon eating, seed spit and chunking contest, rides for the kids and more. Handicapped Accessible (Limited) event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-273-1668 - Address: 3rd Street & 2nd Avenue, Cordele, GA 31015
Avenue of Flags - 6/28 - 6/30/13 and 7/1 - 7/5/13
The Avenue of Flags is the display of a multiplicity of U.S. flags usually arrayed on both sides of the principal avenue or drive that leads from the main entrance or gate into the cemetery. The Avenue of Flags cemetery and reinforces patriotism, national pride and represents a visible, bold and proud display of flags. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-924-0343 - Address: Andersonville National Cemetery, 496 Cemetery Road, Andersonville, GA 31711
Spotlight Tour: Highlights from the Permanent Collection - 5/26/13 at 3-4pm
Meet docents in the lobby of the Georgia Museum of Art for a free tour of highlights from the permanent collection. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Walk of Heroes Veterans War Memorial Memorial Day Ceremony - 5/27/13 at 7am-7pm
Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking. Phone: 770-602-2606 - Address: 3001 Black Shoals Road, Conyers, GA 30012
Tour at Two: Highlights from the Permanent Collection - 5/29/13 at 2-3pm
Meet the Georgia Museum of Art's docents at 2pm for a tour of highlights from the permanent collection, including American paintings, Southern decorative arts, a Kress Study Collection of Italian Renaissance paintings, selected works on paper and more. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Art and Intrigue Film Series: "Stolen" - 5/30/13 at 7-8:30pm
In March of 1990, two thieves dressed as Boston police officers gained entrance to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and successfully executed the largest art heist in modern history. Among the 13 priceless works stolen was Vermeer's "The Concert," one of only 35 of the master's surviving works. Not a single one of the works has been recovered. "Stolen" is a full exploration of the Gardner theft, and the fascinating, disparate characters involved (United States, 2006). See the film for free at 7 p.m. 85 minutes. NR. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Annual Putnam County Dairy Festival - 6/1/13 at 8am-5pm
Celebrate in downtown Eatonton with a parade at 10 a.m., live entertainment all day, arts and craft booths, unique and delicious vendor food, and more fun for the entire family! Come eat free ice cream, shop locally and share a funnel cake during the parade! Handicapped Accessible (Limited) event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-485-8112 - Location: downtown Eatonton, GA 31024
Olde Jail Tours - 6/1, 8/3, 9/7, 10/5, 11/2 & 12/7/2013 at 10am-2pm
On the first Saturday of each month, explore the history of Conyers and Rockdale County free at the Olde Jail Museum. Free admission and parking!Phone: 770-602-2606 - Address: 967 Milstead Ave, Conyers, GA
Tour at Two: Highlights from the Permanent Collection - 6/5 & 6/12/13 at 2-3pm
Meet the Georgia Museum of Art's docents for a tour of highlights from the permanent collection on. See American paintings, Southern decorative arts, a Kress Study Collection of Italian Renaissance paintings, selected works on paper and more. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Drawing in the Galleries - 6/6/13 at 5-8pm
Come explore your artistic side by sketching from works on view in the museum's galleries. Instruction is not provided, other than by the works of art themselves, the method that trained many of the world's greatest artists. Pencils only. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Art and Intrigue Film Series: "Exit Through the Gift Shop" - 6/6/13 at 7-8:30pm
Filmmaker Thierry Guetta's project to chronicle the underground world of street art takes a fascinating twist when he meets elusive stencil artist Banksy, who turns the project around to film Guetta while he reinvents himself as a street artist. There has been debate over whether the documentary is genuine or a mockumentary, although Banksy answers "Yes" when asked if the film is real (United States, 2010). See it for free at 7 p.m. 87 minutes. R. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
2nd Sunday Concert in the Corridor - 6/9, 7/14, 8/11, 9/8 & 10/6/13 at 6-8pm
Enjoy a lively, diverse and family-friendly community picnic in Macon, featuring live music in beautiful Washington Park. The historic park is one of Macon's most photographed green spaces, featuring multiple waterworks (splash-friendly!), public art, a lush, terraced landscape and a natural amphitheatre. The concerts are free to attend, and feature local and regional music acts. Handicapped Accessible (Limited) event. Free parking.Phone: 478-301-2008 - Address: Macon's College Hill Corridor, Washington Ave., Macon, GA 31201
90 Carlton: Summer - 6/13/13 at 6-9pm
The Friends of the Georgia Museum of Art present a quarterly open house featuring the summer exhibitions "Fashion Independent: The Original Style of Ann Bonfoey Taylor," "Face Jugs: Art and Ritual in 19th-Century South Carolina" and "Cityscapes by Ben Aronson." Enjoy gallery talks with curators, light refreshments, an art workshop and live music. Handicapped Accessible event.Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Family Day: All That Jazz - 6/16/13 at 10am-12noon
Visit the Georgia Museum of Art's permanent collection galleries to see and hear how artists like Jay Robinson and Radcliffe Bailey have been inspired by jazz, then, then head to the Mary and Michael Erlanger classroom to create your music-inspired masterpiece. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Tour at Two: Face Jugs - 6/19/13 at 2-3pm
Dale Couch, curator of decorative arts, will lead a tour of the exhibition "Face Jugs: Art and Ritual in 19th-Century South Carolina". Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Gallery Games - 6/20/13 at 4-5pm
Kids ages 7 to 11 are invited to visit the Georgia Museum of Art (GMOA) for a special interactive gallery tour with Melissa Rackley. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
Artful Conversation: "Portrait of Jeanne Laib" - 6/26/13 at 2-3pm
Join Carissa DiCindio, curator of education, for an in-depth look at Gerald Brockhurst's painting "Portrait of Jeanne Laib" (ca. 1944). Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-542-4662 - Address: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton St, Athens, GA
Annual Independence Day Concert & Picnic - 7/3/13 at 7pm
Bring a picnic, tables and chairs and join family and friends on the front lawn of the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center for a favorite annual event in Madison. Presentation of the colors will be followed by a patriotic concert. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-342-4743 - Address: 434 S Main St, Madison, GA 30650
Oconee County Independence Day Spectacular - 7/4/13 at
This event will kick off at 6:30 p.m. with family fun activities fun activities, live music, and good eats. Followed by a patriotic parade at 7:45 p.m., and last but not least, for the first time ever in Oconee County history, we will be shooting off fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-769-3965 - Address: Oconee Veterans Park, 3500 A Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677
Art Exhibition, Marianna Williams - 5/26 - 6/28/13
Immersed in a wide range of media from a very young age, Marianna Williams has received several awards and has participated in numerous art shows. Although she has exhibited throughout the southeastern United States, Marianna frequently produces commissioned work. Free admission.Phone: 706-826-4700 - Address: 1301 Greene St, Augusta, GA 30901
Cruise-In Car Show - 9/21/13 at 4-8pm
Pull out your poodle skirts and saddle oxfords as Greensboro welcomes back the Georgia Classic Cruisers for the ageless Rock and Roll Cruise-In. The Palmetto Groove Party Band will perform favorites from the 1950s and '60s as more than 100 classic cars line the streets of downtown. Handicapped Accessible event. Pets are welcome. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-453-7674 - Address: 111 N. Main Street, Greensboro, GA 30642
Fair on the Square - 10/5/13 at 9am-4pm
Featured arts and crafts include etched glassware, leather goods, handmade jewelry, woodcrafts, University of Georgia logo items, honey, Christmas decorations, handmade pottery and custom t-shirts. There will also be a variety of baked goods and other foods. New to the fair this year will be an area featuring vintage antiques. Georgia Southern University will have an exhibit about to the artifacts discovered at Camp Lawton. Kevin Chapman, who made the discovery, will be on hand to discuss the findings and future plans. The Azalea Garden Club will sponsor a Standard Flower Show in conjunction with the fair. The location and time will be announced at a later date.The parade will begin at 10 a.m. with entertainment beginning at 11 a.m. featuring local and out-of-town performers. Admission and parking are free.Phone: 478-982-5595 - Location: Jenkins County Courthouse square, Winthrope Ave, Millen, GA 30442
48th Annual International Kaolin Festival - 10/12/13 at 9am
Celebrate the heritage of the Kaolin Industry in our communty. Enjoy arts & crafts on the square, childrens area, Kaolin mine tour, life music. At 10AM sit and enjoy the International Kaolin Festival Parade and enjoy several marching bands and handmade floats. Free admission.Phone: 478-552-3288 - Address: 131 W Haynes St., Ste. B, Sandersville, GA 31082
20th Annual Sportsman's Festival - 11/9/13 at 9am-3pm
The family-oriented event with special exhibits and activities for hunting and fishing enthusiasts will include a Wild West show, a car show, and a turkey shoot this year. Tri-County Family Medical Center will hold a free health fair from 9 a.m. to noon, and the Museum of Cultural Heritage will show its newest exhibit. The Car Cruise-in will fill Courthouse Square from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and door prizes and dash plaques will be given away to participants. Vendor fees are $40-$60. To reserve a spot for your classic car, call Andrew Coard at 706-465-2198. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-465-9604 - Location: Court Square & City Park Area Main Street & South Norwood Street, Warrenton, GA 30828
Lighting of the Tree - 12/6/13 at 5-8pm
Enjoy an old-fashioned holiday in downtown Greensboro. The historic buildings are lined with twinkling white lights, carolers roam the streets, and the community gathers for the town tree lighting. With hot cocoa, hay rides, and of course, Santa himself, a visit to downtown Greensboro is sure to become a part of your family's holiday tradition. Free admission and parking.Phone: 706-453-7674 - Address: 111 N Main St, Greensboro, GA 30642
SB&T 2013 SRS Bike Race - 5/26/13
Visit Albany for the kickoff of the inaugural 2013 Southeast Regional Series cycling races. Sunday, cyclists depart on the road race course that is just north of Albany. The course routes through the rolling terrain of Leesburg on a 34-mile loop that offers beauty and smooth paved roads, perfect for any all-around rider to test their skills. Free for spectators.Phone: 229-317-4760 and toll free at 866-750-0840 - Address: 112 Front St, Albany, GA 31701
New Harmonies: A Smithsonian Institute Exhibit - Nashville - 5/26 - 6/19/13
"New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music" is a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition that explores the early traditions of American music. New Harmonies will visit the Nashville, Ga., Community Center May 18 through June 29, 2013. Please note: Closed on Mondays. A local exhibit featuring the history of Berrien County's musical heritage also will be on display at the Berrien County 1898 Courthouse. Visitors of all ages can look, listen and learn through interactive panels, listening kiosks and tailored displays. Visit the New Harmonies exhibition for an inspiring toe-tapping taste of American roots music. Handicapped Accessible. event. Open Tues- Sat at 10am-5pm and Sun at 1-5pm. Closed on Mondays. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-686-5527 - Address: 101 Davis St, Nashville, GA 31639
Movie in the Park - Hoodwinked - 6/8/13 at 7pm
Bring a blanket, chair and snacks to enjoy the movie "Hoodwinked" under the stars. Handicapped Accessible event. Pets are welcome. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-483-7665 - Address: Riverfront Park, 112 Front St, Albany, GA 31701
4th of July Celebration - Fitzgerald - 7/4/13 at 11am-10pm Fireworks, free cokes & hotdogs, music, contests for all ages. Free admission and parking.Phone: 800-386-4642 - Location: Paulk Park, Fitzgerald, GA 31750
Thomasville Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks - 7/4/13 at 6:30-9:30pm
Enjoy this annual Independence Day Celebration with good old-fashioned fun for the whole family. Enjoy games, food and music, and, of course, a fantastic fireworks display. Bring chairs and blankets to watch the fireworks that begin at sundown. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-228-7977 - Address: 1304 Remington Ave., Thomasville, GA 31792
Movie in the Park - Happy Feet - 7/5/13
Sit under the stars in Albany's Riverfront Park and watch the movie "Happy Feet". Bring your chair and blanket for a night out. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-483-7665 - Address: Riverfront Park, 112 Front St, Albany, GA 31701
40th Annual Flatlanders Arts & Crafts Show - 8/31/13 at 9am-5pm
Show includes antiques, collectibles, food and beverages. It is one of the oldest annual annual arts and crafts shows, and is held each Labor Day weekend at the Threatte Center just inside the city limits of Lakeland. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-482-9755 - Address: 201 S US 221 Valdosta Rd, Lakeland, GA 31635
Music Under the Magnolia - 10/19/13
Shake, rattle and roll!! Love to dance? Then join us at Music Under the Magnolia for some great music and fun! A great time you will have indeed. Bring family and friends to the concert and listen to great music. Free admission and parking.Location: Downtown, Moultrie, GA 31776
Halloween Blast - 10/24/13 at 4-6pm
Sponsored by the Colony Business Association. Free treats, costume contest, games & more. Free admission and parking.Phone: 800-386-4642 - Location: Downtown Historic Fitzgerald, GA 31750
37th Annual Old South Day Festival - 11/9/13
Join us for arts & crafts, food of all descriptions, a parade, an old fashioned country fair, an antique museum, a living museum, entertainment, and the making of cane syrup by the old fashioned open kettle method, and many other activities! Old South Day is a tribute to our rich and glorious past and a salute to the blending of heritage in the region. In addition to the day’s festivities, the Old South Day Heritage Quilt will be awarded. Free admission.Address: Ochlocknee Community Center, 5020 Spence St., Ochlocknee, GA 31773
Fitzgerald Christmas Parade - 12/5/13 at 6pm-12midnight
The whole town comes out to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season. Parade ends with Santa Claus on the fire truck. Free fun event! Phone: 800-386-4642 - Location: Historic Downtown Fitzgerald, GA 31750
Hometown Holidays Christmas Celebration - 12/7/13 at 5-10pm
Concerts, a parade, great food, a tour of homes, kids play stations, dance performances and a headline act are all part of this lively downtown gala in December. Kids can have breakfast with Santa and ride the many carnival rides in Downtown Tifton. Adults can become kids again as they browse the festival booths and pet the unique animals. Pets are welcome. Free admission and parking.Phone: 229-391-3977 - Address: Downtown Tifton Main Street, Tifton, GA 31794
2013 Moultrie Downtown Christmas Parade - 12/13/13
Come on out, bring your family and friends to watch this traditional parade light up the sky as it makes its way through downtown Moultrie. See the magnificent Christmas floats decorated in their unique way. The theme for this year is "Christmas Magic Under the Lights". Parade float entry fee of $15. Free fun event for specatators!Phone: 229-890-5455 - Location: Downtown Moultrie, GA 31776
Beach Bash - 6/4/13 at 4-9pm
Enjoy live music, giant water slides, sand, food and more. Handicapped Accessible. Free fun event! Phone: 912-384-5161 - Location: downtown Douglas, GA 31533
Freedom Fest - 7/4/13 at 5-10pm
Complete with vendors, live entertainment, and some of the best fireworks in South Georgia, Freedom Fest is one of the premier Independence Day celebrations in the region. Tailgate or come into the stands at JC Adams Municipal Park to enjoy the show. Gates open at 5 pm. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking.Phone: 912-384-5978 - Location: Hwy 441, Douglas, GA 31533
Annual Lumber City Farm Day Festival - 9/6 - 9/8/13 - See times below
Spend the evening, day or entire weekend with Lumber City as we celebrate the "good ole days" when the locals gathered on Main Street every Saturday, to play guitars, sing and enjoy good food. Friday, from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., enjoy arts, crafts, and food booths; a kids amusement park with slides and rides. The Street Dance begins at 8 p.m. Saturday, festivities are planned from 9 a.m. to midnight. A 1-mile and 5K race begins at 7:30 a.m. Saturday morning breakfast is served 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. A dog show begins at 9 a.m. and a parade at 10 a.m. Cake walks; arts, crafts and food booths; and a kids amusement park with slides and rides will be available throughout the day. Youth talent show will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Additional entertainment will include singing and dancing all day. The day ends with another Street Dance from 8 p.m. to midnight. Sunday, Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Community Church Service will be held on Main Street. Cost: Dog Show Registration $2 and Race Registration $20. Free admission and parking. Phone: 912-363-8049 - Address: 33 Main St, Lumber City, GA
14th Annual Fall for Eastman Festival & Motorcycle Show - 10/26/13
This free family-friendly event isin historic downtown Eastman. Bring the family for: trick or treating, hay ride tours & petting zoo, play games, participate in the cake walk, view the downtown decorations & vote for the Kid's Choice winner, Kids Krafting Korner & activities, local foods & crafts, motorcycle show, local live music, dance performances, and fall in love with Eastman. Free admission and parking. Free fun event!Phone: 478-374-4723 - Address: 122 Main St, Eastman, GA 31023
Tripp Family Christmas Lights - 11/29 - 12/29/13 at 6-10pm
A true reflection of the spirit of giving, the Tripp Family in Yonkers dedicate two months to decorating their entire yard and invite everyone to view the delightful display. A testament to the joy of family and the miracles that happen every day, the Tripp Family Christmas Lights are a Dodge County tradition. With more than 100,000 lights, numerous holiday scenes, and Santa greeting children, the Tripp Family Christmas Lights promise to brighten your family's holiday season. Come experience this free family event. For a full schedule and advance notice of Santa's appearances, please see their website at www.trippchristmas.com. Phone: 478-220-0024 - Address: 63 Macedonia Church Road, Cochran, GA 31014
Christmas Extravaganza - 12/5 - 12/6/13 at 5:30-6:30pm On Thursday, join us from 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. for our Jingle Bell Walk, as we take a walk through Helena on 8th Avenue and McRae on Oak Street. Line up for the walk on Forsyth Street in Helena beginning at 5 p.m., and the walk will begin promptly at 5:30 pm. Bring your jingle bells and help us officially begin the Christmas season in Telfair County! After the walk, stay around for Christmas Night Out from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Stroll along the streets of Helena and McRae, shop and sample delicious food from local merchants. Santa will make an appearance so the kids can get their wish lists in early. On Friday, watch the Annual Lighted Christmas Parade starting at 6 p.m. The parade route will be along 8th Avenue in Helena and Oak Street in McRae, ending at Piggly Wiggly. Free fun event! Phone: 229-868-6365 - Address: 9 E Oak St, McRae, GA 31055
50th Annual Festival of Lights Christmas Parade - 12/7/13
Downtown Douglas will light up as the Parade makes its way through the streets on Dec. 7. Festivities will begin at 3:30 p.m. in downtown Douglas at Atkinson Plaza with Music on Main Street until 5:30 p.m. At 6 p.m., crowds will cheer runners along the parade route as the South Georgia Track Club Christmas Parade 5K Run takes place. The parade will begin at Peterson Avenue at 6:30 p.m. and make its way from the Courthouse to the Alternative Education Center. The parade is a light extravaganza that visitors will not want to miss! Free fun event! Phone: 912-383-0277 - Location: downtown Douglas, GA 31533
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