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Tallapoosa's 150th Birthday Celebration - 9/2 - 9/6/10
Event will kick off on Thursday night with a fashion show and continue virtually nonstop through Monday morning! Guests are encouraged to wear costumes depicting fashion circa 1860. Gentlemen will have the opportunity to enter their beards in the Longest Beard Contest, and beware, if you do not grow a beard, you must purchase a permit to prevent the Possum Snout sheriff from throwing you in the clinker! There will be a variety of activities, including blue-ribbon contests for pies, jams, jellies, pickles and the like, concerts, class reunions from Tallapoosa and West Haralson high schools, a street dance on Saturday night, a community worship service on Sunday morning followed by dinner on the grounds and a whole lot more!
Phone: Kate Gardner at 770-574-2345 - Location: Tallapoosa, GA 30176 |
6th Annual Rock City Raptors - 9/3 - 9/5/10
- Show Times are 11am, 1pm, an 3pm - Additional show Saturday at 4:30pm
Come and see hawks soaring in the sky above Rock City. Get a glimpse at a nocturnal hunter, the owl. Meet a vivacious vulture! Enjoy this rare opportunity to witness these powerful and majestic birds up close. Phone: 800-854-0675 or 706-820-2531 - Address: Rock City Gardens, 1400 Patten Road, Lookout Mountain, GA 30750 |
Summer Music Weekends - 9/3 - 9/5/10
- 12 Noon–4pm
Enjoy some toe-tapping music and bar-b-que with a view during Summer Music Weekends with the New Binkley Brothers. Phone: 800-854-0675 or 706-820-2531 - Address: Rock City Gardens, 1400 Patten Road, Lookout Mountain, GA 30750 |
Pioneer Days - 9/3 - 9/6/10
Arts & Crafts, Dixieland Family Rides & Games for all ages, Fireworks, Singers, Musicians, Dancers and Cloggers, plus great food and four days of fun! SATURDAY 10 AM - Pioneer Days Parade through downtown Cartersville. Noon-11 PM - Arts & crafts, carnival rides. $5 for adults and children 12 and over. Phone: 770-974-9033 - Address: Sam Smith Park, 1155 Douthit Ferry Rd SE, Cartersville, GA 30120 |
Mountain Music Series at Red Top - 9/4/10 at 11 am - 9 pm
Bring your instrument or just come listen. Open jam is from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., open stage is 6 - 8 p.m. and bluegrass concerts are at 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and have fun with the whole family. $5 parking. Phone: 770-975-0055 - Address: Red Top Mountain State Park, 50 Lodge Rd SE, Cartersville, GA 30121 |
Indian Spring Hotel Museum - 9/4 - 9/5/10 at 1-4 pm
At the crossroads of many Indian trails and stagecoach roads, the Indian Spring Hotel was built in 1823 by Chief William McIntosh and his cousin, Joel Bailey. The Federal style architecture with hand-planed wide boards, wooden pegs, handmade bricks, wrap-around porches, ballroom, bar, and a native stone foundation is the only known ante-bellum mineral springs hotel in Georgia still standing. The alcove, where the Indian Springs Treaty of 1825 was signed, still remains intact. Throughout the years, the hotel has been owned by various owners including the Varner Family who owned the hotel for 103 years. Presently, the hotel belongs to Butts County and is leased to the Butts County Historical Society. Admission is $3 for children and adults over 12 years old.
Phone: 770-775-3313 - Address: 1807 SW 42 South, Indian Springs, GA - Located Across the street from the Indian Springs State Park, Indian Springs, GA 30233 |
Kids Catfish Rodeo at Cloudland Canyon - 9/4/2010 - 9/5/2010
Enjoy a short hike to the park's catfish pond and compete for prizes as you spend the day fishing. Limited equipment is available, but if you have your own, please bring it. $2 plus $5 parking. Phone: 706-657-4050 - Address: Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park, Rising Fawn, GA 30738 |
Tractor Rides at Mercier Orchards-Blue Ridge - 9/4-9/5, 9/11-9/12, 9/18-9/19 & 9/25- 9/26
Take a tractor pulled cart to the Orchard and around the grounds to see and learn about the orchard's growing process, and take in the beauty of the mountains. Cost is $2.
Phone: 800-361-7731 - Address: Mercier Orchards, 8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Highway 5 North, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Battlefield Farmers Market - 9/4, 9/8. 9/11 & 9/15/10
Fresh, locally produced and delicious produce and value-added products every week. Also, you can meet the farmers who are growing your wonderful produce. Fresh and local is always best. There is no comparison between our food and the limited selection available at the grocery stores. We are now accepting EBT-Food Stamp Cards! Call for times. Phone: 706-638-7366 - Address: Walker County Agricultural Center, 10052 N Hwy 27, Rock Spring, GA 30739 |
Canton Farmers Market - 9/4, 9/11, 9/18 & 9/25/10 at 8 am - 12 Noon
We are a farmers market promoting local farmers and local artisans. All produce is Georgia grown and most is organic. All of our artists hand make their items. We have cooking demonstrations and kid's activities and music. We promote buy local, shop local. We support our downtown community and downtown merchants. Phone: Ginger Garrard 770/704-1548 - Location: Cannon Park, Main Street in Downtown Canton, GA (next to the gazebo) |
Live Music Weekend Entertainment at Lilly Pad Village - 9/4, 9/11, 9/18 & 9/25/10
Listen to Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Americana, Folk Music and much more. Our variety is endless; our musicians and song writers are very talented and our atmosphere is priceless! Please check our schedules on line. Save on tickets by purchasing in advance or purchase group tickets for an additional savings. Members always save another 15% off of ticket prices. Call for cost and times. Phone: 706-534-1317 - Address: 24 Adelaide Dr., Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Labor Day Barbeque - 9/6/10 at 11 am
Annual Barbeque starts at 11 a.m. until the food runs out. Good food and entertainment.
Phone: 706- 455-3818 for more information. Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, GA |
8th Annual "Plein Aire" International Paint-Out - 9/10 - 9/12/10
With over 40% National Forest, Fannin County scenery entices one to create. If an artist, we would love for you to participate. As an art enthusiast, view the exhibited work at The Art Center or watch the work being created as our artists "paint out". Artist participation fee $15-$20. For spectators, free fun event! Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
The Rome International Film Festival - 9/10 - 9/12/10
Festival is an internationally acclaimed celebration of the art of film making. Held in several venues throughout Downtown Rome. Phone: 706-295-2787 - Located in historic Rome, GA |
Waco Festival - 9/11/10
Celebrate Waco's 125th Anniversary! Features parade, children’s games, health fair, arts and crafts, food, entertainment, street dance and talent contest.
Phone: 770-537-3314 - Address: 185 Atlantic Ave., Downtown Waco, GA 30182 |
Bremen Car Cruise - 9/11/10 at 5 pm-until
Join the fun! Antique cars, trucks & motorcycles. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-9157 - Address: Tallapoosa St, Downtown Bremen, GA |
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Classic Car Cruise In - 9/11/10 at 4-9 pm
The Classic Car Cruise In brings together car enthusiasts of all types.
Phone: 706-236-4520 - Location: Historic Downtown Rome, GA |
Battle of Tunnel Hill Civil War Reenactment - 9/11 - 9/12/10 at 9 am - 4 pm
Living history and exciting battle action with guns, horses and cannons; walk through the 1477 ft. railroad tunnel built in 1850; visit the Tunnel Hill Heritage Center; concessions available. Cost $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 6-12.
Phone: 706-876-1571 - Address: 215 Clisby Austin Road, Tunnel Hill, GA 30755 |
Pine Log Arts & Crafts Fair - 9/11 at 10 am - 6 pm & 9/12/10 at 11 am - 5 pm
Join us for this quality arts & crafts fair displayed in historic camp meeting cabins and open-air Tabernacle in this juried show. Enjoy BBQ and entertainment. Sponsored by the Pine Log UMC Men. $3 admission. Phone: 770-386-2736 - Address: Pine Log Methodist Church, 3497 Pine Log Rd NE, Rydal, GA 30171 |
Harvest Time at the Homestead - 9/11 - 9/12/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
Step back in time to the 1800s as demonstrators present harvest activities at the Vaughn Cabin. Experience the evolution of early American life as interpreters and skilled crafts people bring the past to life. Try your hand at many pioneer skills. $5 parking. Phone: 770-975-0055 - Address: Red Top Mountain State Park, 50 Lodge Rd SE, Cartersville, GA 30121 |
Apple Pickin' Jubilee - 9/11 - 9/12, 9/18 - 9/19 & 9/25 - 9/26/10 at 9 am - 6 pm
U-Pic apples, milk a cow, live pig racing, wagon rides, petting farm, live entertainment, great food, museums and playground. Activity fees. Address: Hillcrest Orchards, 9696 Hwy 52 E, Ellijay, GA |
A Taste Of Carrollton - 9/16/10
Culinary carnival in the historic heart of downtown Carrollton, Adamson Square. Samples of local restaurants' fare with cooking demos and entertainment.
Phone: 770-832-6901 - Location: Adamson Square, Downtown Carrollton, GA 30117 |
The Army Ground Forces Band JAZZ GUARDIANS - 9/16/2010 at 7:30 pm
Concert starring the JAZZ GUARDIANS begins at 7:30 PM. Concert is free. A donation to the USO can be given at the door. Address: 1601 Maple St., Carrollton, GA 30118 |
Buchanan Fall Fair on the Square - 9/18/10 at 9 am - until
Enjoy a charming small-town fair in rural Georgia around a lovely restored historic landmark
courthouse. Includes a parade, prizes, car show, crafts, games, hourly entertainment, children’s rides and plenty of food. Phone: For vendor application, vendor rules, event times or for more info call 770-646-3369 - Location: Historic Courthouse, Bunchanan, GA |
Roopville Homecoming Festival - 9/18/2010 at 8 am - 6 pm
Small-town arts, crafts and entertainment at its best! Annual festival with a parade, opening ceremonies on city stage, antique car show, large childrens area, live music during day, food, arts & crafts; Native American Indians and live demonstrations. Location: Downtown Roopville, GA |
Possum Pickin Blugrass Concert - 9/18/10 at 7-9:30 pm
Bring a chair and join your friends to enjoy toe tapping music. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-5594 - Location: Head Ave., Tallapoosa, GA 30176 |
25th Annual Roopville Homecoming Festival - 9/18/10 at 8 am - 10 pm
Annual festival with a parade, opening ceremonies on city stage, antique car show, large childrens area, live music during day, food, arts & crafts, Native American Indians and live demonstrations. Location: Main Street and City Park, Roopville, GA 30170 |
Beautiful Backroads Century Bike Ride - 9/18/10 at 7 am - 4 pm
The fully-sagged rides begin and end at the Anheuser Busch Brewery with a wonderful meal at the finish and the option for a self-guided brewery tour. The rides are 12 miles, 27 miles, 44 miles, 64 miles and a century, 105 miles. Rest stops every 15-20 miles with juice, water and goodies to eat. Pre-register or register event day at 7 a.m. Ride begins at 8 a.m. rain or shine.
Phone: 706-296-7103 or 770-547-9438 - Address: Anheuser Busch Brewery, 100 Busch Drive NE, Cartersville, GA 30121 - Directions: Take I-75 Exit 296, go east then right onto Busch Drive. Brewery is ahead on the left. |
Cruise IN at the Park - 9/18/10 at 2-6 pm
Major Fun at the Cruise IN. About 500 Cars on display with lots of food, and fun for the WHOLE FAMILY! Free to all who choose to come. Door Prizes 50/50 Cash Drawing D.J. To Play 50's & 60's Music Drawing For 350 Chevy Transmission To Be Given Away.
Location: Lafayette Road, Historic Downtown Fort Oglethorpe, GA |
Historic Berry Bike Tours - 9/18/2010 at 10 am - 12 Noon
Take a ride through history as you explore the world's largest college campus from the seat of your bicycle. Phone: 706-368-6789 - Address: Berry College, 2277 Martha Berry Hwy, Mount Berry, GA 30149 |
Rocky Branch Railroad's 1st Annual Pioneers Day Festival - 9/18/10
Enjoy Art's & Crafts, food, and entertainment. This year 2010, The Son's Of The Confederate, Carrollton GA. will perform a battle reenactment, canon fire will be demonstrated during this presentation. The Rocky Branch Gunfighters will show us how law and order was taken care of in the old west. There will be pony rides for the little buckaroos and much more! Call for times and cost. Phone: 770-537-9264 - Address: 106 Center Point Rd., Bremen, GA 30110 |
Georgia’s Indian Heritage Lecture - 9/18/10 at 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Dr. Max White, Professor of History at Piedmont College, will speak on Georgia's Indian heritage, including prehistoric Creek and Cherokee peoples, their culture, contributions, trials and successes. Dr. White will also discuss the modern tribes we know today. $3.50 - $5.
Phone: 770-387-3747- Address: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, 813 Indian Mounds Rd., S.W., Cartersville, GA 30120 |
Pioneers Day Festival - 9/18/2010 at 10 am - 5 pm
Enjoy Art's & Crafts, food, and entertainment. Rocky Branch Railroad and Old West Ghost Town will hold a Pioneers Day Festival every September to honor our pioneering fathers with living history artisans with old world charm. This year 2010, The Son's Of The Confederate, Carrollton GA. will perform a battle reenactment, canon fire will be demonstrated during this presentation. The Rocky Branch Gunfighters will show us how law and order was taken care of in the old west. There will be pony rides for the little buckaroos and much more!
Address: 106 Center Point Rd., Bremen, GA 30110 |
Arts Festival at Rose Lawn - 9/18 - 9/19/10
Enjoy a juried fine arts festival. The event is a showcase of best of regional fine arts and handcrafts including paintings, jewelry, pottery, glass, baskets, quilts, weaving, photography, woodcrafts. Free shuttle service available from Courthouse parking lot on Cherokee Ave and Civic Center Parking lot on West Main Street. Free fun event! Phone: 770-387-1357 - Toll free at 800-733-2280 - Address: Rose Lawn Museum, 224 West Cherokee Avenue, Cartersville, GA |
Wildlife & Nature Art Festival & Outdoor Expo - 9/18 & 9/19/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
Come Walk on the Wild Side, while taking an Art Adventure in the mountains of North Georgia.
This festival features fine art with a wildlife or nature theme. Award winning artists from across the southeast will be exhibiting. Whether it is painting, photography, jewelry, sculputre, wood, glass or metal that catches your eye, there is something for every taste. Bring the family and enjoy the beauty of nature both in the artwork and in the spectacular north Georgia mountains. Take a weekend for Art and Adventure. $3 admission fee.
Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Cloudland Cubs - 9/23/2010 at 8:30 am - 11:15 am
It's never too early to teach your children a love for nature! Bring your little cubs (ages 0-3) to the Cloudland Canyon Interpretive Center and enjoy nature stories, songs, and time for discovery of the natural world. $5 parking. Phone: 706-657-4050 - Address: Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park, Rising Fawn, GA 30738 |
Wiley and the Hairy Man & Hansel and Gretel - 9/24 & 9/25 at 7:30 pm
Performed live on stage. Two popular children’s stories will please all audiences alike. Ticket prices are $11 for general admission, $9 for seniors (age 55 and older) and students, and $8 for groups of 15 or more. Please call for more information.
Phone: 706-935-9000, ext. 108 - Address: The Colonnade, 264 Catoosa Circle, Ringgold, GA |
Balloons and Tunes Festival - 9/24 - 9/26/10
Do you love festivals? The ones where you can get great cotton candy, see live musical entertainment and see hot air balloons flying high in the sky? If so, we’re just what you’re looking for! We are excited to have all of the above and much more including children’s’ activities, crafts, tethered balloon rides and fun for the entire family!
Phone: 706-375-7702 - Location: Rock Spring, GA |
All Breed Cat Show - 9/25/10 at 9 am - 4 pm
See cats of all sizes and shapes at this Cat Show! Call for more info and fees.
Phone: 706-272-7676 - toll free 800-824-7469 - Address: 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd., Dalton, GA |
Disc Golf and Geocaching at Cloudland - 9/25/2010 AT 9 am - 4 pm
Join the 2010 Disc Golf in the Clouds Competition, grab your GPS to go geocaching and purchase a lunch that helps support Friends of Cloudland Canyon. Disc golf fee, plus.
Phone: 706-657-4050 - Address: Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park, Rising Fawn, GA 30738 |
Adventure Day at Sloppy Floyd - 9/25/10 at 9 am - 3 pm
Get out, get dirty and get fit with archery, canoeing, fishing, making bluebird boxes, a climbing wall and free hotdogs. Activities good for ages 6 to adult. Phone: 706-857-0826 - Address: James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park, 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Rd, Summerville, GA 30747 |
Etowah Clean Up Day - 9/25/2010
Come on out to Etowah Mounds and lend a hand! Volunteers will be able to spread wood chips on paths, clean picnic areas and weed the Native Garden. Come and help improve the site while having fun. Phone: 770-387-3747 - Address: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, 813 Indian Mounds Rd., S.W., Cartersville, GA 30120 |
McIntosh Reserve Fall Festival - 9/25 - 9/26/10
Native American themed fall festival with arts, crafts, activities and entertainment at the former plantation of Creek Chief William McIntosh on the banks of the Chattahoochee River.
Phone: 770-830-5879 - Address: McIntosh Reserve Park, 1046 West McIntosh Circle, Whitesburg, GA 30185 |
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| October |
Great Locomotive Chase Festival - 10/1-10/3/10
Arts and crafts festival in the town that witnessed Andrews' Raiders Civil War escapade. Today the entire town is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy arts & crafts booths, historical exhibits, musical concerts and entertainment, carnival rides and 40 food booths. Little Mr. & Miss Festival Pageant Friday at 6 p.m. Grand Parade Saturday 11 a.m. Miss Festival and Junior Miss Festival pageants held at 3 p.m. Saturday. Street dance on Friday & Saturday night from 8-11 p.m. Gospel singing on Sunday. Don't miss the special festival activities inside the depot at the Age of Steam Rail Depot Museum open for tours on Friday and Saturday. Special heritage crafts demonstrations can also be seen at the Militia Courthouse.
Phone: 770-387-1357 & toll free 1-800-733-2280 - Address: Adairsville Visitor Center & History Museum, 16 Public Square, Adairsville, GA 30103 - Directions: Take I-75 Exit 306, GA 140 west one mile, cross US 41 and turn left onto Main Street, one mile to Historic Public Square. |
The Forest of Fear at Voodoo Bayou - 10/1 - 10/2, 10/8 - 10/9, 10/15 - 10/16, 10/22 - 10/23 & 10/29 - 10/30/10
The ultimate haunt complex of Voodoo Bayou includes the Forest of Fear 3-D haunt, GhostRide – a haunted hayride storytelling experience, themed food, Black Forest Makeovers, roaming zombies and live music nightly! The 4th year in the “Fear” is the best so far – bigger, scarier and more intense than ever – it will leave you screaming! Check out www.thevoodoobayou.com for all the updates! Location: Blowing Springs Farm, Flintstone, GA Fridays & Saturdays in October Bonfire: lights at dark Music: Live Music on the Enchanted Stage. Forest of Fear is an intense-scare attraction, parental discretion is advised.
Phone: 706-820-2531 - Address: 271 Old Chattanooga Valley Rd., Flintstone, GA 30725 |
Rocky Branch Railroad and Old West Ghost Town - 10/1 - 10/2, 10/7 - 10/9, 10/14 - 10/16, 10/21 - 10/23 & 10/28 - 10/30/10 at 8 pm - Midnight
Bremen's Ultimate Haunted Attraction, is not only one of the scariest haunted houses in Haralson County, but one of the Top Haunted Houses in West Georgia. Rocky Branch is also notable for its custom built Old West Town and is gaining popularity yealy for it's amazing actors and unique themes. Don't miss one of West Georgia's best haunted attractions. Visit Rocky Branch Railroad and Old West Ghost Town this Halloween season! $20 per person.
Address: 106 Center Point Rd., Bremen, GA |
Blue Ridge Mountain Photographers National Juried Wildlife & Nature Photography Exhibit - 10/1 - 10/8/10
Starting with an opening Reception and Awards Presentation on 9/4/10. Come experience the very first BRMP National Juried Show featuring spectacular wildlife and nature images from photographers across the region and beyond. Entries will be judged by nationally known photographer Milton Heiberg! Come see the natural world through the creative lens of numerous professional and amateur photographers. Exhibit Hours: Tue-Thurs 10 am -5 pm, Fri-Sat 10am - 6 pm. Phone: 706-632-2144 - Location: RLE Gallery inside The Art Center, Blue Ridge, GA |
City Wide Yard Sale - 10/2/10 at 8 am to 3 pm
Follow the signs throughout the town for LOTS of treasures!
Phone: 770-574-2482 - Location: Downtown Tallapoosa, GA |
Possum Pickin Blugrass Concert - 10/2/10 at 7-9:30 pm
Bring a chair and join your friends to enjoy toe tapping music. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-5594 - Location: Head Ave., Tallapoosa, GA 30176 |
Cedartown Fall Festival - 10/2/10 at 9 am - 5 pm
Enjoy a day of food, live bands and old fashioned community fun. Watch the parade, listen to the live bands, enjoy a fried pie or funnel cake and purchase hand made items. There will be something to delight the whole family from tots to gramps.
Phone: 770-748-2090 - Location: Historic Downtown, Cedartown, GA 30125 |
Skills of the Past - 10/2/2010
Weaponry, flintknapping, basketweaving and pottery-making -- all crafts essential to the survival of the Native Americans of the Southeast -- will be demonstrated. Come enjoy history and learn something new. Handicap Accessible. $3.50-$5. Phone: 770-387-3747 - Address: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, 813 Indian Mounds Rd., S.W., Cartersville, GA 30120 |
The Georgia Marble Festival - 10/2 - 10/3/10 at 10 am - 5 pm
Begin the day at the parade, then enjoy over 100 arts and crafts and food vendors, fine arts show, live music, motorcycle ride and show, business expo and children's area. $5 admission.
Address: 500 Stegall Drive, Lee Newton Park, Jasper, GA 30143 |
Tractor Rides at Mercier Orchards-Blue Ridge - 10/2 - 10/3, 10/9 - 10/10, 10/16 - 10/17, 10/23 - 10/24 & 10/30 - 10/31/10
Take a tractor pulled cart to the Orchard and around the grounds to see and learn about the orchard's growing process, and take in the beauty of the mountains. Cost is $2.
Phone: 800-361-7731 - Address: Mercier Orchards, 8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Highway 5 North, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Apple Pickin' Jubilee - 10/2 - 10/3, 10/9 - 10/10, 10/16 - 10/17, 10/23 - 10/24 & 10/30 - 10/31/2010 at 9 am - 6 pm
U-Pic apples, milk a cow, live pig racing, wagon rides, petting farm, live entertainment, great food, museums and playground. Activity fees. Address: Hillcrest Orchards, 9696 Hwy 52 E, Ellijay, GA |
Live Music Weekend Entertainment at Lilly Pad Village - 10/2 & 10/9/10
Listen to Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Americana, Folk Music and much more. Our variety is endless; our musicians and song writers are very talented and our atmosphere is priceless! Please check our schedules on line. Save on tickets by purchasing in advance or purchase group tickets for an additional savings. Members always save another 15% off of ticket prices. Call for cost and times. Phone: 706-534-1317 - Address: 24 Adelaide Dr., Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Rocktoberfest - 10/2 - 10/3, 10/9 - 10/10, 10/16 - 10/17, 10/23 - 10/24 & 10/30 - 10/31/10
Get in touch with Rock City’s German Heritage during the 5th annual Rocktoberfest! Rock City Square will be transformed for a celebration of harvests and fall foliage. Stroll through an atmosphere of German music and food. This premiere Fall Celebration includes live German Music, Polka Lessons, German Food, Specialty Beer, Costume Characters and Fun for the whole family as Rock City celebrates its German heritage and honors its founder Frieda Utermoehlen Carter!
Phone: 800-854-0675 or 706-820-2531 - Address: Rock City Gardens, 1400 Patten Road, Lookout Mountain, GA 30750 |
Apple Pickin' Jubilee - 10/2 - 10/3, 10/9 - 10/10, 10/16 - 10/17, 10/23 - 10/24 & 10/30 - 10/31/10 at 9 am - 6 pm
U-Pic apples, milk a cow, live pig racing, wagon rides, petting farm, live entertainment, great food, museums and playground. Activity fees. Address: Hillcrest Orchards, 9696 Hwy 52 E, Ellijay, GA |
Classic Car Cruise In - 10/9/10 at 4-9 pm
The Classic Car Cruise In brings together car enthusiasts of all types.
Phone: 706-236-4520 - Location: Historic Downtown Rome, GA |
Memorial Car Cruise - 10/9/10 at 5 pm
Regional Car Enthusiasts display their cars on the second Saturday in October Downtown, Bremen. This car cruise is in memory of JD Shedd, a local car club member. Enjoy a hot dog and coke while you step back in time along Tallapoosa St. and view the hot rods. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-1595 - Location: Downtown Bremen, GA 30110 |
MeccaFest Arts Festival - 10/9 - 10/10/10 at 10 am - 5 pm
MeccaFest Fine Arts delivers artwork, artists and entertainment from around the country in and around the Carrollton Cultural Arts Center. Phone: 770-838-1083- Address: Carrollton Cultural Arts Center, 251 Alabama Street, Carrollton, GA 30117 |
Prater's Mill Country Fair - 10/9 - 10/10/10
Prater's Mill teems with life as crafters and entertainers gear up for this quality arts and crafts show held in the atmosphere of an old-fashioned country fair. The mill, built in 1855, actually grinds corn during the fair. Country cooking fills the air with a heart-warming welcome. Small Admission charged - children under 12 free with adult.
Phone: 706-694-6455 - Address: 5845 GA Hwy. #2, Varnell, GA 30756 |
The New Salem Mountain Festival - 10/9 at 10 am - 5 pm & 10/10/10 at 10 am - 5 pm
Brilliant fall trees provides a glorious background for beautiful and exciting works of art. The Mountain Festival emphasizes quality Artist, craftsman, and musicians. You will discover paintings in oil, acrylic, and watercolor; pottery of earthware, stoneware, and porcelain clay; quilts, weaving, and Stuffed toys. Also there will be Woodwork, jewelry, and various other works. $5 for everyone 12 and over. Address: 12477 Highway 136, Rising Fawn, GA 30738 |
Georgia Apple Festival - 10/9 - 10/10 & 10/16 - 10/17/10
Celebrate Georgia's Apple Capital with over 250 handmade arts and crafts, food, entertainment, and children's activities. Hours are 9 am to 6 pm on Saturdays and 9 am. to 5 pm. on Sundays. Admission is $5 for ages 10 and up. Phone: 706-636-4500 - Location: Off Old. Hwy 5 at the Lion's Club Park, Ellijay, GA |
Cherokee Pignic - 10/15 - 10/16/10
The fair and festival, which coincide with the contest, feature dozens of booths, games and activities, aimed at old-time family fun. With over 6,000 members world-wide, KCBS is the world’s largest organization of barbecue and grilling enthusiasts. Both professional cooking teams, traveling from all over the US, and local barbeque enthusiasts compete. $5 admission fee.
Address: Heritage Park, 234 Riverstone Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114 |
Annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show - 10/15 - 10/16/10 at 9 am - 4 pm
Enjoy daily parade of power, tractor games for adults, games for children, show memorabilia and food. An old threshing machine will be in operation. All brands, models, implements welcome. Vendors, Exhibits and Demonstrations encouraged. Enjoy our famous pinto bean & cornbread dinner on the 16th at 11 am. Free admission and parking.
Phone: 706-625-3200 - Location: Hwy. 53 Rome Road, Calhoun, GA |
Annie - 10/15 - 10/16 & 10/22 - 10/23/10 at 7:30 pm - With a matinee on 10/23 at 1 pm
Performed live on stage. Abused by a cruel orphanage matron, Annie, a spunky, redheaded orphan, decides to run away and find her parents. After eventually managing to escape the orphanage, she sadly is caught and sent back by Officer Ward of the NYPD. Soon though, her luck improves. Billionaire Oliver Warbucks decides to invite an orphan over to his house for Christmas and Annie is chosen. The two quickly hit it off and he agrees to help Annie find her parents by putting up a $50,000 reward. Miss Hannigan's brother, Rooster, and his girlfriend, Lily, pretend to be Annie's parents by using information provided by Miss Hannigan. At the last minute, President Roosevelt intervenes to announce that the FBI has discovered that Annie's parents are in fact, dead. In the end, Hannigan, Rooster, and Lily are all arrested and Annie is adopted by Warbucks. Ticket prices are $15 for general admission, $12 for seniors (age 55 and older) and students, and $11 for groups of 15 or more. Please call for more information.
Phone: 706-935-9000, ext. 108 - Address: The Colonnade, 264 Catoosa Circle, Ringgold, GA |
Bremen Towne Festival - 10/16/10 at 9 am - 4 pm
Festival features parade, crafts, games and food. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-5594 - Location: Downtown Bremen, Tallapoosa Street, Bremen, GA 30110 |
Frontier Day at New Echota - 10/16/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
Enjoy the sounds, taste and smells of yesteryear. Tours of historic buildings will be available and demonstrations of life skills common at the time of the Trail of Tears will be demonstrated. Park rangers, a visiting Cherokee artist and Friends of New Echota volunteers will bring the early 19th century Cherokee Nation capital alive again. $5. Phone: 706-624-1321 - Address: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, 813 Indian Mounds Rd., S.W., Cartersville, GA 30120 |
Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show - 10/16 - 10/31/10 at 5-7 pm
The Third Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show invites artists to participate in a juried exhibition of 2-dimnensional and 3-dimensional works. Artwork will be chosen from submitted entries by a nationally recognized juror on the basis of creative excellence and quality of execution. All will be original works competed within the last three years. Enjoy this national display in the historic Richard Low Evans' Courtroom Gallery opening October 16, 2010 and running through November 12, 2010. Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Haunted on Broad - 10/16/10 at 7-10 pm
Rome's history comes to life through storytellers throughout a tour of the historic downtown.
Phone: 800-444-1834 - Located in Historic Downtown Rome, GA |
Trout Unlimited Chili Cookoff - 10/16/10 at 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
The Trout Unlimited Chili Cookoff benefits the Coosa River Basin Initiative and their efforts to clean up the three rivers winding through Historic Downtown Rome.
Phone: 706-234-5310 - Location: Ridge Ferry Park. Near Downtown Rome, GA |
Myrtle Hill Cemetery Tours - 10/16/10 at 10 am - 1 pm
Experience Myrtle Hill Cemetery in a unique way as the 'current residents' of the land come to life through actors and story tellers. Fee charged.
Phone: 800-444-1834 - Located at Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Rome, GA |
Cruise IN at the Park - 10/16/10 at 2-6 pm
Major Fun at the Cruise IN. About 500 Cars on display with lots of food, and fun for the WHOLE FAMILY! Free to all who choose to come. Door Prizes 50/50 Cash Drawing D.J. To Play 50's & 60's Music Drawing For 350 Chevy Transmission To Be Given Away.
Location: Lafayette Road, Historic Downtown Fort Oglethorpe, GA |
Heritage Days Festival - 10/16 - 10/17/10 at 9 am - 5 pm
This quaint town is filled with booths featuring a wide variety of arts, crafts and antiques. There are interesting demonstrations for the young and old, Blue Grass and Southern Gospel Music and good food. Enjoy a ride in a donkey cart, meet the Town Crier, relax with the kids in the park and check out our new Mural. Contact us for vendor info. Free fun event!
Phone: 706-253-5515 - Location: Town of Talking Rock, GA |
40th Annual Mountain Harvest Arts & Craft Sale - 10/16 - 10/17 & 10/23 - 10/24/10 at 9am - 5 pm
Mountain Arts & Crafts, food and fun for the whole family. Lots of local vendors. Free fun event!
Location: Farmers Market, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
SAAG 3rd Annual National Juried Show - 10/16 - 11/12/10
This juried show brings some of the finest artists from all across the U.S. to the North Georgia Mountains. Dr. Annette Blaugrund, Ph. D. will select from hundreds of 2 and 3-dimensional original works which will be on display at The Art Center from Oct. 16 - Nov. 12. Artists will be competing for $5000 in prize money! This show is during Tue-Thurs 10-5 and Fri-Sat 10-6. Call for more details! Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: The Art Center’s Richard Low Evans Art Gallery, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, Georgia |
8th Annual Southeastern Cowboy Festival and Symposium - 10/21 - 10/24/10
Join us for a four-day celebration of the West with artists and entertainers, plus art history lectures, children’s activities, pioneer demonstrations, re-enactments of historic Western gunfights, Native American dancing, cowboy church, and much more. Call for fees.
Phone: 770-387-1300 - Address: Booth Western Art Museum, 501 Museum Dr, Cartersville, GA |
Fundraiser: Toasting the Arts - 10/23/10 at 6:30 - 10 pm
Join us for a casual yet luxurious night of wine and cheese tasting at our bi-annual fundraiser: Toasting the Arts. Silent and live auctions plus music from Reinhart College’s Music Department will all entertain patrons as they enjoy gourmet cheeses and fine wines. Proceeds go to The Art Center, a non-profit arts council in North Georgia, helping to ensure its many programs, classes, festivals and exhibits. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door.
Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: The Art Center, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, Georgia |
Chiaha Harvest Festival - 10/23 - 10/24/10 at 10 am - 5 pm
Festival celebrates the arts and crafts of Georgia's Rome.
Phone: 706-235-4542 - Location: Ridge Ferry Park, Rome, GA |
Fall for Chatsworth Festival - 10/23 - 10/24/10 at 10 am - 6 pm
Festivities of all kinds turn the town into the place to be to enjoy music, crafts, great food, hayrides, pumpkin carving contests, best recipes contest, and much more! Also First National Bank 5K Classic & Fun Mile. Phone 706-695-6060 - Toll Free 800-969-9490
Location: Chatsworth City Park, Chatsworth, GA 30705 |
Rock City's Enchanted MAiZE - 10/23 - 10/31/10
Rock City’s Fall attraction in the valley below Lover’s Leap: a cornfield maze that will intrigue adventurers. Challenge your skills with a visit to the Enchanted Maize Maze, now in its 9th year! Enjoy 10 acres of Fall fun as you weave your way through the twists and turns of this amazing cornfield. Help continue to build the Re-Maze that began last year, the world’s only recycled maze - made of all reclaimed and recycled materials. Also onsite: Rock City’s historic birdhouse barn, tractor pulled hayrides and children’s courtyard playground. Call for fees.
Phone: 706-820-2531 - Address: 271 Old Chattanooga Valley Rd., Flintstone, GA 30725 |
Great Pumpkin Caper - 10/28/10 at 6 pm
Celebrate with a costume contest, storytelling and the “Lighting of the Pumpkins”. Come enjoy the food and fun! Phone: 770-646-3369 - Address: Historic Haralson County Courthouse, 145 Van Wert Street, Buchanan, GA 30113 |
Downtown Trick or Treat - 10/29/10 at 3:30-5:30 pm
Safe and fun trick or treating, costume contest and games. Call for more info and fees.
Phone: 770-537-2331 - Location: Downtown Bremen, GA |
Halloween Safe Zone - Nightmare on Main Street - 10/30/10
Treats and fun for all. Downtown Blue Ridge Main Street is closed and kids of all ages trick or treat from shop to shop. Food and entertainment.
Phone: 706-632-5680 - Location: Main Street, Downtown Blue Ridge, GA |
Eastman Gun Show - 10/30 - 10/31/10
Since 1981 we have been the largest and highest quality show in Georgia. All of our shows offer hundreds of tables to meet the needs of everyone. Phone: 706-272-7676 or toll free 800-824-7469 - Address: 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd., Dalton, GA 30720 |
| November |
Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show - 11/1 - 11/12/10 at 5-7 pm
The Third Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show invites artists to participate in a juried exhibition of 2-dimnensional and 3-dimensional works. Artwork will be chosen from submitted entries by a nationally recognized juror on the basis of creative excellence and quality of execution. All will be original works competed within the last three years. Enjoy this national display in the historic Richard Low Evans' Courtroom Gallery. Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Downtown Dalton Holiday Open House - 11/4 - 11/7/10 Starting at 10 am
Kick off the holiday season with special sales and warm greetings from the merchants! Free "park and ride" is available on the Dalton Trolley or by horse and buggy. This is a great time to take advantage of good prices and get a jump on finding that special gift for those special in your life.
And don't forget, Dalton's legendary Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast at Dalton Green park is a good way to start your Saturday shopping. All you can eat for $5!
Address: 220 N. Pentz Street, Dalton, GA 30720 |
Veteran's Freedom Ride and Parade - 11/6/10 at 10:30 am
The 80 mile motorcycle ride begins at 10:30am and leads the Veteran’s Day Parade through Downtown Tallapoosa. Please call for more info and fees.
Phone: 770-574-4708 - Address: Downtown Tallapoosa, GA |
Stilesboro Chrysanthemum Show - 11/6/10 at 11 am - 8 pm
Many varieties of Chrysanthemums grown by ladies of the Stilesboro Improvement Club are displayed in artistically-themed designs inside the Stilesboro Academy (1859 - National Register of Historic Places). Enjoy lunch in the Tea Room, offering the same menu as in the 1950's - homemade Brunswick stew, chicken salad sandwiches, and fresh-baked cakes. Admission is $1 - $2. Phone: 770-387-1357 or toll free 1-800-733-2280 - Location: Taff Road, GA 113 south of I-75 Exit 288, 10 miles on the left, Cartersville, GA 30120 |
Woodstock Art & Wine Festival - 11/6 - 11/7/10 at 10 am - 5 pm
Some of the most talented artists and crafters in the Southeast will display and offer their works representing a variety of media including photography, sculpture, pottery and more. Patrons will enjoy a wine tasting area featuring a variety of wines to sample. Grab a blanket and join us on the entertainment lawn for live music and entertainment from local and regional performers. Kids will have plenty to see and do as our fun filled children’s area features hands on art projects and activities. Phone: 770-592-7180 - Address: 251 E Main Street at Arnold Mill Rd, Woodstock, GA |
Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show - 11/12/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
The Third Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show invites artists to participate in a juried exhibition of 2-dimnensional and 3-dimensional works. Artwork will be chosen from submitted entries by a nationally recognized juror on the basis of creative excellence and quality of execution. All will be original works competed within the last three years. Enjoy this national display in the historic Richard Low Evans' Courtroom Gallery opening October 16 and running through November 12. Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Annual Chili Cook Off - 11/13/10 at 10 am - 2 pm
Featuring all you can eat chili with admission. Call for more info and fees.
Phone: 770-537-2331 - Location: Downtown Bremen, GA |
A Christmas Story - 11/19 - 11/20 & 11/26 - 11/27/10 at 7:30 pm
A young boy named Ralphie Parker only wants one thing for Christmas: a Red Ryder BB gun. However, he is not sure he will ever make it to Christmas, between his brother Randy and the school bully Scut Farkus. Whenever he tells someone how much he wants it, he/she tells him that he will shoot his eye out and refuses to get it for him. Even a department store Santa Claus tells him the same thing. After Ralphie gets a C+, he gets teased again by Scut. In response, Ralphie beats him very badly while cursing loudly. However, his parents do not get mad at him, and on Christmas morning, he gets the BB gun, since his father had one at that age. When he goes to try it out, the bullet ricochets and knocks off his glasses, which he accidentally steps upon while looking for them. He makes up a story about an icicle, and his parents believe him. In the end, a horde of dogs come in and steal the Christmas turkey, so his family goes out for “Chinese turkey,” or duck. Ticket prices are $11 for general admission, $9 for senio s (age 55 and older) and students, and $8 for groups of 15 or more. Please call for more information.
Phone: 706-935-9000, ext. 108 - Address: The Colonnade, 264 Catoosa Circle, Ringgold, GA |
Cruise IN at the Park - 11/20/10 at 2-6 pm
Major Fun at the Cruise IN. About 500 Cars on display with lots of food, and fun for the WHOLE FAMILY! Free to all who choose to come. Door Prizes 50/50 Cash Drawing D.J. To Play 50's & 60's Music Drawing For 350 Chevy Transmission To Be Given Away.
Location: Lafayette Road, Historic Downtown Fort Oglethorpe, GA |
Holiday Show & Sale - 11/20, 11/23 - 11/27 & 11/30/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
Each year The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association invites the community, members, artists and art patrons to kick off the holiday season with a presentation of art from all across the Southeast. The Art Center will be dressed in Christmas splendor, music will augment the atmosphere and the art will tempt the holiday shopper. Join us as we get into the spirit of Christmas. Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association (The Art Center), 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Holiday Show & Sale - 11/20 - 12/18/10
Opening Reception 11/20 at 6-8 pm. Come start your Christmas shopping with a little creative flare. Numerous local and regional artists will be displaying and selling their work right here inside The Art Center. Come find that unique gift for someone special!
Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: The Art Center, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, Georgia |
Christmas In Possum Snout - 11/25/10 at 2-11 pm
On Thanksgiving Day in downtown Tallapoosa, businesses open at 2pm for refreshments and shopping to usher in the holiday season. Come join the food, festivities, the grand carriage rides, caroling and the Christmas specials that will truly get you in the Christmas spirit! It's a great way to walk off that Thanksgiving dinner and to end a day of thanks! Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-5594 - Location: Head Ave., Downtown Tallapoosa, GA 30176 |
Light Up Blue Ridge - 11/27/10 at 10 am - 9 pm
Old-fashioned holiday celebration in downtown historic Blue Ridge. The day starts off with Tuba Christmas on the main stage at 11 am followed by Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus arriving on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway at 12:30. Visit with Santa and have photos taken in the gazebo in downtown Blue Ridge City Park free of charge. Live reindeer, childrens trackless train rides and much more. The lighting of the "Great Tree" takes place at dusk. Downtown shops will be open late so bring the whole family for a holiday of fun, perfect to start the season off right. Free fun event! Location: Blue Ridge, GA |
Holidays at Chieftains - 11/29 - 1/9/11
See holidays trees decorated in all time periods in which the Chieftains Museum was occupied as a private dwelling, from the 1820s Ridge family period through the 1950s. Antique toys and other holiday memorabilia accompany the exhibit. Phone: 706-291-9494 - Address: Chieftains Museum / Major Ridge Home, 501 Riverside Pkwy., Rome, GA 30161 |
Historic Downtown Christmas Parade - 11/30/10 at 6-9 pm
Parade is one of the largest in the state of Georgia. Free fun event!
Phone: 800-444-1834 - Location: Rome, GA |
| December |
Holiday Show & Sale - 12/1 - 12/4, 12/7-12/11, 12/14-12/18 & 12/21-12/23/10 - 10 am - 4 pm
Each year The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association invites the community, members, artists and art patrons to kick off the holiday season with a presentation of art from all across the Southeast. The Art Center will be dressed in Christmas splendor, music will augment the atmosphere and the art will tempt the holiday shopper. Join us as we get into the spirit of Christmas. Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association (The Art Center), 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
Holiday Show & Sale - 12/1 - 12/18/10
Opening Reception 11/20 at 6-8 pm. Come start your Christmas shopping with a little creative flare. Numerous local and regional artists will be displaying and selling their work right here inside The Art Center. Come find that unique gift for someone special!
Phone: 706-632-2144 - Address: The Art Center, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, Georgia |
Holidays at Chieftains - 12/1 - 1/9/11
See holidays trees decorated in all time periods in which the Chieftains Museum was occupied as a private dwelling, from the 1820s Ridge family period through the 1950s. Antique toys and other holiday memorabilia accompany the exhibit. Phone: 706-291-9494 - Address: Chieftains Museum / Major Ridge Home, 501 Riverside Pkwy., Rome, GA 30161 |
Santa Is Coming to Town - 12/3/10 at 6 pm
Enjoy the lighting of the town, pictures with Santa, fun holiday activities and free food. Free fun event! Phone: 770-537-2331 - Location: Downtown Bremen, GA |
LaFayette's Amazing Christmas - 12/3/10 - 1/2/11
Nightly shows, Monday through Thursday 6-9 p.m., Friday through Sunday 6-11 p.m. Enjoy the whimsical display from our city park or in the warmth of your car. There are more than 200,000 lights and songs with dancing color arrangements. Free fun event!
Address: 304 N. Main St., Lafayette, GA 30728 |
Christmas Dinner Theatre - 12/3 - 12/4, 12/10 - 12/11 & 12/17 - 12/18/10 at 7-10 pm
You are invited to a magical evening of Christmas cheer. These special evenings of heartwarming humor, poignant tales and joyous music are guaranteed to capture the miraculous meaning of Christmas! Group tours are welcome. Call for reservations and cost. Phone: 770-773-1902 - Address: The 1902 Stock Exchange and Public Square Opera House, 124 Public Square, Adairsville, GA 30103 - Directions: Take I-75 Exit 306, GA 140 west one mile, cross US 41, then turn left onto Main Street, continue one mile to Historic Public Square on the right. |
Christmas Tour of Homes In Bremen - 12/4/10 at 4 pm
Sponsored by the Bremen Jr. Woman’s Club and held the first Saturday in December. Tickets are available at participating local merchants. 5-9pm. For cost and more information call.
Phone: 770-537-6570 - Located throughout Bremen, GA |
Dade County Annual Christmas Parade and Christmas in the Park - 12/4/10 at 6 pm
The parade travels through downtown Trenton. Join us afterwards at "Christmas on the Square" for: Live Nativity. Santa Visits for the Kids, Reading of the Christmas Story and Float Winners Announcement. Bring the whole family and get in the Christmas spirit! Free fun event!
Address: 111 Railway Lane, Trenton, GA 30752 |
Christmas Candlelight Tour - 12/4/10 at 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Bring your candle lantern to kick off the holiday season. We'll celebrate Christmas New Echota-style with decorations, music and refreshments reminiscent of the 19th century Cherokee Nation Capital. Dress warmly and wear good walking shoes for this one-mile walking tour of the historic Cherokee town. $5. Phone: 706-624-1321 - Address: New Echota State Historic Site, 1211 Chatsworth Highway NE, Calhoun, GA 30701 |
North Georgia Mountain Christmas Parade - 12/4/10 at 6 pm
Make this Christmas Parade part of your holiday celebration! Join us on US Hwy 411 (Third Avenue) in downtown Chatsworth the 1st Saturday in December at 6 pm. Entries are judged in various categories. Address: Third Avenue, Downtown Chatsworth, GA |
Festival of Trees - 12/7/10 at 11 am
Beautiful trees displayed at the Haralson Historic Courthouse in Buchanan for your viewing pleasure, beginning the first Tuesday in December. Display of trees ends with a festival, the first Saturday in December. Come see Santa, enjoy a bake sale and judging of the trees. Call to enter a tree or for viewing hours. Phone: 770-646-3369 - Phone: 145 Van Wert St, Buchanan, GA |
Cherokee Christmas by Candlelight - 12/10 & 12/11/10 at 5-9 pm
In 1805, Cherokee Chief James Vann opened his new brick mansion to the Moravian missionaries to hold one of the first Christmas celebrations in the Cherokee Nation. To honor this tradition, visitors are invited to enjoy the sights and sounds of a 19th century Christmas in one of America’s best-preserved Cherokee Indian homes. Phone: 706-695-2598 - Address: Chief Vann House Historic Site, 82 Ga. Highway 225 N, Chatsworth, GA 30705 |
Lighted Christmas Parade - 12/14/10 at 7 pm
Free fun holiday event! Phone: 770-574-2482 - Located in Downtown Tallapoosa, GA |
NAIA FCA Champions of Character Breakfast - 12/16/10 at 8 am
The NAIA FCA Champions of Character breakfast features a prominent speaker in the Christian Athletic community. Tickets: $25. Phone: 706-291-8853 - Located in Rome, GA |
NAIA Banquet of Champions & FANatic Friday Pep Rally - 12/17/10 at 6-11 pm
The NAIA Banquet of Champions honors the leading athletes and coaches in NAIA Football - the formal event is held at the Forum in Downtown Rome. Held immediately following the formal reception, FANatic Friday is a mix of a pep rally and concert. Tickets: $25
Phone: 706-291-8853 - Location: The Forum in Downtown Rome, GA |
NAIA Football National Championship Game Day - 12/18/10 at 10 am - 6 pm
The NAIA Football National Championship Game Day is filled with activities for the entire family. Pre-game festivities begin 3 hours before the game, and an Awards Ceremony will be held following the game. $25 per person.
Phone: 706-291-8853 - Location: Barron Statium, Historic Downtown Rome |
Bell Tower Bash - 12/31/10 at 8 pm - 1 pm
Forget Times Square and Atlanta's Ball Drop. Come enjoy the New Years Eve Celebration on the Square in Buchanan. Live music and fireworks. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-646-3369 - Location: Historic Courthouse, Downtown Buchanan, GA |
| 2011 Festivals and Events |
| January |
Holidays at Chieftains - 11/29 - 1/9/11
See holidays trees decorated in all time periods in which the Chieftains Museum was occupied as a private dwelling, from the 1820s Ridge family period through the 1950s. Antique toys and other holiday memorabilia accompany the exhibit. Phone: 706-291-9494 - Address: Chieftains Museum / Major Ridge Home, 501 Riverside Pkwy., Rome, GA 30161 |
| March |
Bremen Car Cruise - 3/12/11 at 5 pm-until
Join the fun! Antique cars, trucks & motorcycles. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-9157 - Address: Tallapoosa St, Downtown Bremen, GA |
| April |
Dogwood Arts & Crafts Fair - 4/9/11 at 8 am - 5 pm
Fair offers a variety of hand make crafts as well as demonstrations by local artisans.
Phone: Ann 678-378-3795 - Location: Downtown Tallapoosa, GA |
Dogwod Dash - 4/9/2011
Join us for the Dogwood Dash 5K Walk/Run. Awards will be presented to first, second, and third place overall male and female winners. Age group awards to top 3 finishers male and female in each group. Proceeds benefit the Lions Club Scholarship program, vision care and revovations of the old Tallapoosa High School. Bring your family and friends and enjoy good food, great music and loads of fun after the race at the Dogwood Festival.
Phone: 770-574-2482 - Location: Downtown Tallapoosa, GA |
Bremen Car Cruise - 4/9/11 at 5 pm-until
Join the fun! Antique cars, trucks & motorcycles. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-9157 - Address: Tallapoosa St, Downtown Bremen, GA |
Easter Egg Hunt - 4/16/11 at 11 am
Over 6000 hidden Easter Eggs for children ages 1-12! On Saturday, two weeks before Easter.
Phone: 770-574-2482 - Location: Rayford Roberts Ball Park, Tallapoosa, GA |
Atlanta Steeplechase - 4/23/11 at 9 am - 6 pm
The Atlanta Steeplechase is an incredible day of horse racing, tailgating, picnicking and family fun set in the northwest Georgia countryside. The gates open at 9 a.m. for this all-day event that includes live music, an air show, petting zoo, pony rides, terrier and pig races, shopping, and of course the thrilling sport of steeplechase. Tickets by advance reservation.
Phone: 770-387-1357 - Address: One Friendship Plaza, Cartersville, GA 30120 |
| May |
Bremen Car Cruise - 5/14/11 at 5 pm-until
Join the fun! Antique cars, trucks & motorcycles. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-9157 - Address: Tallapoosa St, Downtown Bremen, GA |
Trout Rodeo - 5/14/11 at 8 am - 4 pm
Children 15 & under, senior citizens and handicapped individuals. Includes fishing, prizes, food and fun. Phone: 770-630-8946 - Location: Smith's Farms, Corinth-Poseyville Rd., Bremen, GA |
Fair on the Square - 5/21/11 at 8 am - 4 pm
Enjoy a charming small-town fair in rural Georgia around a lovely restored landmark courthouse. Food, entertainment, history and games. Phone: 770-646-3369 - Address: Courthouse Square, Downtown Buchanan, GA |
Veteran's Association Annual Bar-B-Que - 5/21/11 at 10 am - 4 pm
Features BBQ and car show. Phone: 770-630-8946 - Location: Helton Howland Park, Hwy 78, Tallapoosa, GA |
| June |
Bremen Car Cruise - 6/11/11 at 5 pm-until
Join the fun! Antique cars, trucks & motorcycles. Free fun event!
Phone: 770-537-9157 - Address: Tallapoosa St, Downtown Bremen, GA |
| November |
LaFayette's Amazing Christmas - 11/1 - 11/3/11
Nightly shows, Monday through Thursday 6-9 p.m., Friday through Sunday 6-11 p.m. Enjoy the whimsical display from our city park or in the warmth of your car. There are more than 200,000 lights and songs with dancing color arrangements. Free fun event!
Address: 304 N. Main St., Lafayette, GA 30728 |
| December |
The Possum Drop - 12/31/11
Forget Times Square and Atlanta's Ball Drop! Come to downtown Tallapoosa for the Possum Drop on New Year's Eve. (Odd numbered years only) Featuring live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display. Phone: 770-574-7193 - Location: Head Ave., Tallapoosa, GA |
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