Presidential Pathway Travel Region Festivals, Fairs & Events
Below are lists of festivals, fairs, holiday and special events for the Presidential Pathways travel region during 2013. Call listings contact numbers for times, fees and more info.
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Watermelon Days Festival - 6/20 - 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
FSU Flying High Circus - 6/20-6/24 & 6/27-6/30/13
The Florida State "Flying High" Circus is composed of talented college students who train and perform in the circus as an extracurricular activity. Their daring acrobatic acts keep audiences on the edge of their seats. They entertain guests with trapeze acts, juggling routines, balancing acts, tight wire walks and more. Call for times. Cost is $9-$18. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
William L. Brown Farm Market - 6/20 - 8/15/13
William L. Brown Farms grows traditional row crops, plus fruits and vegetables, such as tomatoes, string beans and Elberta peaches. Handicapped Accessible (Limited) facility. Open Mon-Sat at 8:30am-6pm and Sun at 1-6pm. Phone: 478-472-8767 - Address: 4334 Hwy 49 N., Montezuma, GA 31063
Twilight Walk - 6/21/13 at 8-9pm
Awaken your senses to the sights and sounds of the evening. Great program for all ages as we walk and investigate the lives of spectacular spiders, beautiful bats, and fantastic frogs. Bring a flshlight. Meet below Lake Delanor dam in the campground at Picnic Shelter #2. $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616 -
Callaway Gardens Summer Farmers Market & Free Fabulous Fridays - 6/21 & 6/28/13
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 at 4-9pm. Phone: 800-225-5292 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Evening Paddle - 6/22/13 at 7-8:30pm
Relax and enjoy an evening on the lake as you learn canoe safety and paddling techniques with our guide. Paddles, life jackets, and canoes are provided. Geared for ages 10 and up. Children under 16 must have an adult with them. Requires ability to swim. Meet at Lake Delanor Fishing Dock Pre-registration only. $30 per canoe ( two people). $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616 -
Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School - 6/22 - 6/23/13 at 9am-5pm
Attend weekend fly-fishing school to learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors during prime time for fly-fishing in most parts of the country. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice and lake fishing. Day Two focuses on river and stream fishing, and includes a trip to the nearby Flint River to cast for shoal bass. Cost is $350. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Callaway Gardens Adventures in DSLR Photography: Mastering Close-Up and Macro - 6/22 at 9:30am-4:30pm & 6/23/13 at 8am-12noon
This two-day intermediate-level workshop begins in the classroom, covering topics such as challenges in macro photography, managing limited depth of field, focusing techniques, equipment and gear, using flash and artistic considerations. The morning session begins with an exclusive opportunity to shoot with tripods at the Day Butterfly Center for an hour before it opens to the public. A second photo shoot will follow focusing on shooting native species.
The workshop concludes in the classroom where participants are encouraged to select their top five shots of the weekend to share in a group critique. The instructor will select an image or two to use in a live demonstration of post-processing for print using Lightroom and/or PhotoShop.
It is limited to no more than 20 participants. Fee: $115 includes Saturday lunch and digital handout. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Remarkable Reptiles - 6/22 & 6/29/13 at 10am-11am
Meet a snake. Talk to a turtle. Discover fascinating facts about our local scaly residents Cement seats. You may want to bring a chair. Meet at amphitheater next to the Park Office. $5 parking.
Aktupo Village Community Marketplace - 6/22 & 6/29/13 at 10:30am-2:20pm
Come to the park for fresh vegetable, cheeses and meats from local growers and producers. Support your local small family farms. Located across from the Liberty Bell Pool. $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616
Branching Out: Wildlife Crafts - 6/23 & 6/30/13 at 10am-1pm
Create your own “tree-a-pet” wildlife themed park souvenir from tree cross sections and collected, nuts, twigs, and lichens. Meet at the Park Office $2 plus $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616 -
Astronomy Night - Oh, My Stars! at Callaway Gardens - 6/24/13
An entire new realm of the universe unfolds as you learn about stars, planets, satellites and more! Show at 9-10:30pm. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Columbus State University's Coca-Cola Space Center, Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Avenue of Flags - 6/28 - 6/30/13
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
Avenue of Flags - 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
Astronomy Night - Oh, My Stars! at Callaway Gardens - 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22 & 7/29/13 at 9-10:30pm
An entire new realm of the universe unfolds as you learn about stars, planets, satellites and more! Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Columbus State University's Coca-Cola Space Center, Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
William L. Brown Farm Market - 7/1 - 8/15/13
William L. Brown Farms grows traditional row crops, plus fruits and vegetables, such as tomatoes, string beans and Elberta peaches. Handicapped Accessible (Limited) facility. Open Mon-Sat at 8:30am-6pm and Sun at 1-6pm. Phone: 478-472-8767 - Address: 4334 Hwy 49 N., Montezuma, GA 31063
July 3rd Celebration at Lake Meriwether - 7/3/13
Come join us for an elaborate evening at Lake Meriwether. Great food and kids activities for all ages are lined up. On going entertainment is on tap throughout the evening until the celebration begins. A spectacular firework show at 10 will start your Independence Celebration. Admission is $1-$2 per person. Address: 728 Lake Meriwether Road, Woodbury, GA 30293
July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party at Callaway Gardens - 7/4/13
The annual July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party at Robin Lake Beach begins early and lasts well into the night. Highlights include beach activities, live music and a Fireworks Extravangaza. Admission cost is $12.50-$25 per person. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address:Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Fireworks on the Flint - 7/4/13
Watch a spectacular display of fireworks on Lake Blackshear, all in celebration of the Fourth of July. $5 parking. Phone: 229-276-2371 - Address: Georgia Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Cordele, GA 31015
Callaway Gardens. Adventures in DSLR Photography: Mastering 4th of July Fireworks - 7/4/13 at 6-10pm
Adventures in DSLR Photography: Mastering 4th of July Fireworks is part of the Callaway Gardens Digital SLR Photography Workshop Series. The workshop begins at 6 p.m. with a 2 hour discussion on discovering the possibilities and overcoming the challenges of night photography. Then, participants go to Robin Beach to set up to shoot one of the best fireworks displays in the Southeast. Tripods and cable releases are required. $85 fee includes digital handout. Limited to 20 participants. Cost is $75.50 to $85 per person. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address:Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Independence Day Celebration - 7/4/13 at 10am-5pm
Join us at Historic Westville as we celebrate the birth of our nation with games, contests, food and fun! Cost is $8-$10. Phone: 229-838-6310 - Address: 9294 Singer Pond Road, Lumpkin, Georgia 31815
FSU Flying High Circus - 7/4 - 7/8, 7/11-7/15, 7/17-7/22 & 7/25 - 7/29/13
The Florida State "Flying High" Circus is composed of talented college students who train and perform in the circus as an extracurricular activity. Their daring acrobatic acts keep audiences on the edge of their seats. They entertain guests with trapeze acts, juggling routines, balancing acts, tight wire walks and more. Call for times. Cost is $9-$18. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address:Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Movie on the Mountain - 7/5/13 at 8:15pm
Join our Movie on the Mountain at the ball field across from Liberty Bell Pool. The movie “The Croods” will be showing. Gates will open 8:15 pm, and the movie will start at sundown. $5; children under 4 free. $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616 -
Callaway Gardens Summer Farmers Market & Free Fabulous Fridays - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 & 7/26/13 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
1950s Dance - 7/6/13
Go back in time to poodle skirts, bobby socks and hoola hoops - the wonderful 1950s. Event will be at the park office amphitheater for a '50s costume contest, limbo contest and dance contest. Refreshments will be sold. $1 plus $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616 -
Cool History - Summer Living History Events - 7/6/13 at 10am-4:30pm
"Cool History" encompasses a variety of living history events. Each Cool History event is organized around a theme, with the goal to both entertain and educate visitors with scenes depicting events or daily life in the Civil War sea services. The Medical Navy: Learn about Civil War surgery and medicine at sea through a variety of living history, reenactment and multimedia programs.
Admission is $6-$7.50. Phone: 706-327-9798 - Address: Port Columbus - The Civil War Naval Museum, 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus, GA 31901
Aktupo Village Community Marketplace - 7/6, 7/13, 7/20 & 7/27/13 at 10:30am-2:20pm
Come to the park for fresh vegetable, cheeses and meats from local growers and producers. Support your local small family farms. Located across from the Liberty Bell Pool. $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616
West Georgia Idol Singing Competition - 7/13 - 7/27/13 at 6-11pm
Think You Can Sing? West Georgia Idol contest is organized as a series of concerts held in July. Audience members are treated to a series of vocal performances by contestants and to commentary by a distinguished panel of judges. In addition to gaining valuable experience, performers compete for a top prize of $1,000 and more. Who Can Enter? The West Georgia Idol contest is open to all vocal performers aged 14 years and above. Residence in the West Georgia area is not a requirement. There is an entry fee of $60, which covers up to four performances, if the performer advances all the way to the finals. (All proceeds from the contest go to a non-profit organization.) What Can I Win? The final winner of the West Georgia Idol contest receives a $1,000 cash prize, the opportunity to record a demo CD in a professional recording studio and a performance at the Smith Family Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. Cost is $5 for admission and $60 for contestants. Phone: 706-333-2520 - Address: Hogansville Amphitheater, 611 W. Main St, Hogansville, GA 30230
Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School - 7/27 - 7/28/13 at 9am-5pm
Bring the whole family for a weekend to learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors. Children 12 and and up are welcome. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice and lake fishing. Day Two focuses on river and stream fishing, and includes a trip to the nearby Flint River to cast for shoal bass. $350 per person includes use of premium equipment from Kingfisher Outfitters, off-site transportation on Day Two and catered lunch on both days. Limited to 10 participants to ensure an effective instructor-student ratio. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
FSU Flying High Circus - 8/1 - 8/2/13
The Florida State "Flying High" Circus is composed of talented college students who train and perform in the circus as an extracurricular activity. Their daring acrobatic acts keep audiences on the edge of their seats. They entertain guests with trapeze acts, juggling routines, balancing acts, tight wire walks and more. Call for times. Cost is $9-$18. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA HWY 27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
William L. Brown Farm Market - 8/1 - 8/15/13
William L. Brown Farms grows traditional row crops, plus fruits and vegetables, such as tomatoes, string beans and Elberta peaches. Handicapped Accessible (Limited) facility. Open Mon-Sat at 8:30am-6pm and Sun at 1-6pm. Phone: 478-472-8767 - Address: 4334 Hwy 49 N., Montezuma, GA 31063
Callaway Gardens Summer Farmers Market & Free Fabulous Fridays - 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
Cool History - Summer Living History Event - 8/3/13 at 10am-4:30pm
"Cool History" encompasses a variety of living history events. Each Cool History event is organized around a theme, with the goal to both entertain and educate visitors with scenes depicting events or daily life in the Civil War sea services. Technology: In conjunction with National Inventors' Month, Port Columbus presents a look at inventions and technological advancements in navies both North and South during the Civil War. We'll also take a special look at the Navy Yard in Columbus and the engineering practiced there by Horace King and others. Admission is $6-$7.50. Phone: 706-327-9798 - Address: Port Columbus - The Civil War Naval Museum, 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus, GA 31901
Aktupo Village Community Marketplace - 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24 & 8/31/13 10:30am-2:20pm
Come to the park for fresh vegetable, cheeses and meats from local growers and producers. Support your local small family farms. Located across from the Liberty Bell Pool. $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616
Georgia Veterans Memorial Triathlon and Duathlon - 8/10/13
Racers can participate in a triathlon, a half-mile swim in Lake Blackshear, a 13.6-mile bike race and a 3.1-mile run, or a duathlon, which drops the half-mile swim. Registration fee. $5 parking. Phone: 229-276-2371 - Address: Georgia Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Cordele, GA 31015
Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School - 8/24 - 8/25/13 at 9am-5pm
Learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice and lake fishing. Day Two focuses on river and stream fishing, and includes a trip to the nearby Flint River to cast for shoal bass. $350 per person includes use of premium equipment from Kingfisher Outfitters, off-site transportation on Day Two and catered lunch on both days. Limited to 10 participants to ensure an effective instructor-student ratio. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, 18718 GA Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival at Callaway Gardens - 8/30 - 8/31/13
The Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival is highlighted by the extraordinary vision of a balloon glow on Friday evening, and morning and evening flights on Saturday and Sunday. Between balloon launches, the days are filled with entertainment, family activities, exhibits, demonstrations, music and more. Activities include swimming, blaster boats, Aqua Island, miniature golf, table tennis, shuffleboard, arts and crafts, rock climbing wall (fee charged), spider jump (fee charged), bubbles and kites, family activities, classic car show, Leon Jacobs musical performances, sand castle construction, sidewalk chalk art, and tie-dye t-shirt making ($10/adult sizes; $5/child sizes). Handicapped Accessible event. Call for costs. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, Robin Lake Beach, 18718 GA Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Callaway Gardens: Mastering Night Photography at the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival - 8/30 - 8/31/13
Part of the Callaway Gardens Digital SLR Photography Workshop Series, the Mastering Night Photography workshops during the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival offer abundant photo opportunities. The event starts Friday night when the balloons are set up along the bank of Robin Lake for a coordinated "balloon glow." Participants meet in the classroom ahead of time to discuss camera and exposure settings and then meet on location to shoot the balloon glow. Cost is $79-$85 per person. Call for times. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, Robin Lake Beach, 18718 GA Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Labor Day Weekend Swim the Warm Springs - 8/31/13
Swim in the historic pools built by Franklin D. Roosevelt as a place for therapy. Normally kept empty for preservation, the shallow pools will be filled with naturally warm spring water. Tickets may be purchased over the phone with credit card. Limited to 80 per session. Reservations suggested. Sessions are 10-11:30am, 12:30-2pm & 2:30-4pm. Cost starts at $12.50 per person. Phone: 706-655-5870 - Address: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic, Site 401 Little White House Rd, Warm Springs, GA 31830
Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival at Callaway Gardens - 9/1/13
The Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival is highlighted by the extraordinary vision of a balloon glow on Friday evening, and morning and evening flights on Saturday and Sunday. Between balloon launches, the days are filled with entertainment, family activities, exhibits, demonstrations, music and more. Activities include swimming, blaster boats, Aqua Island, miniature golf, table tennis, shuffleboard, arts and crafts, rock climbing wall (fee charged), spider jump (fee charged), bubbles and kites, family activities, classic car show, Leon Jacobs musical performances, sand castle construction, sidewalk chalk art, and tie-dye t-shirt making ($10/adult sizes; $5/child sizes). Handicapped Accessible event. Call for costs. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, Robin Lake Beach, 18718 GA Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Callaway Gardens: Mastering Night Photography at the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival - 9/1/13
Part of the Callaway Gardens Digital SLR Photography Workshop Series, the Mastering Night Photography workshops during the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival offer abundant photo opportunities. The event starts Friday night when the balloons are set up along the bank of Robin Lake for a coordinated "balloon glow." Participants meet in the classroom ahead of time to discuss camera and exposure settings and then meet on location to shoot the balloon glow. Cost is $79-$85 per person. Call for times. Phone: 706-663-2281 - Address: Callaway Gardens, Robin Lake Beach, 18718 GA Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Callaway Gardens Family Fitness Series Triathlon - 9/1/13
Participate or just watch one of the top 10 triathlons in the nation as judged by the U.S. Triathlon Federation. Participants compete in a 1k swim, 30k bike and 8k run in the most beautiful triathlon setting in the country. Contact: Dave Johnson Enterprises at (770) 565-5208. - Address: Callaway Gardens, Robin Lake Beach, 18718 GA Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, GA
Labor Day Weekend Swim the Warm Springs - 9/1 - 9/2/13
Swim in the historic pools built by Franklin D. Roosevelt as a place for therapy. Normally kept empty for preservation, the shallow pools will be filled with naturally warm spring water. Tickets may be purchased over the phone with credit card. Limited to 80 per session. Reservations suggested. Sessions are 10-11:30am, 12:30-2pm & 2:30-4pm. Cost starts at $12.50 per person. Phone: 706-655-5870 - Address: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic, Site 401 Little White House Rd, Warm Springs, GA 31830
Aktupo Village Community Marketplace - 9/7, 9/14 & 9/21/13 at 10:30am-2:20pm
Come to the park for fresh vegetable, cheeses and meats from local growers and producers. Support your local small family farms. Located across from the Liberty Bell Pool. $5 parking. Phone: 706-663-4858 - Address: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822 - GPS Coordinates: N 32.837533 | W -084.815616
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