Category: Outdoors
ABG Gainesville Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
by Pamela A. Keene | Mar 29, 2025 | Outdoors
What was just a dream in the early years of the 21st century has become a world-class destination. Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville opened …
Read MoreHikers remember lake’s namesake
by Jane Harrison | Mar 7, 2025 | Outdoors
He followed his heart, writing poetry about the natural world and the Southern experience of the late 1800s. He died at 39, succumbing to …
Read More2025 Appalachian Trail Gateways
by Jane Harrison | Jan 31, 2025 | Outdoors
Appalachian Trail Gateways at Amicalola Falls kicks off hiking season
Read MoreElachee adult programs ‘Bring out the Kid’ in all
by Jane Harrison | Jan 1, 2025 | Outdoors
Folks who discovered water bugs and rollie pollies, buckeyes and mayapples as children in summer camps may be among those coming back to …
Read MoreNew Year’s celebrations welcome 2025
by Jane Harrison | Dec 7, 2024 | Outdoors
Sip a champagne toast. Plunge into Lake Lanier. Hike into the sunrise …
Read MoreDiverse festivities celebrate the holidays around Lanier and Mountain Headwaters
by Jane Harrison | Nov 1, 2024 | Outdoors
Lake Lanier cities, headwater mountain towns, and all the environs between sparkle this season with traditional parades, holiday walks, …
Read MoreFormer DCSP manager transfers to Smithgall Woods
by Jane Harrison | Oct 5, 2024 | Outdoors
Steven Emery oversaw trail expansions, construction of new recreation facilities, and endless bridge repairs during his …
Read MoreFall festivals, seasonal activities showcase regional diversity
by Jane Harrison | Sep 2, 2024 | Outdoors
From polka waltzes to buck dancing, apple dumplings to chicken fingers, and race cars to pony rides, fall festivals around Lake Lanier and its northern neighbor towns showcase the diverse culture of the region.
Read MoreGainesville Parks & Recreation to celebrate 100 years
by Jane Harrison | Aug 3, 2024 | Outdoors
Next month fireworks, live music, and a party at Gainesville’s newest outdoor gathering spot will celebrate a century of fun, games, fitness, nature preservation and …
Read MoreMake the most of summer before it’s gone
by Jane Harrison | Jul 6, 2024 | Outdoors
Here it is July, already. Folks who notice these things have observed the daylight fading earlier each evening. Before the …
Read MoreIndependence Day celebrations show off hometown heritage
by Jane Harrison | Jun 8, 2024 | Outdoors
Communities in and around Lake Lanier celebrate Independence Day with hometown fun that shows off their heritage. From …
Read MoreBlackstrap Ghost Tours a hit in Midland
by Jane Harrison | May 5, 2024 | Outdoors
A streetlight flickered and freight trains rumbled in the distance as a group of sweater-clad history buffs, hard rock …
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april
18apr5:00 pm9:00 pmFood Truck Fridays - 2025
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville Food, drinks, and music. Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville
Food, drinks, and music.
Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and more.
Date(s): Fridays, Apr 18, May 16, Jun 20, Jul 18, Aug 15
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm, gates open at 5 pm with live music 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506. On-site parking is limited, shuttles are available, and a courtesy dock is available. Off-site parking 2025: New Horizons Lanier Park, 675 White Sulphur Rd. www.exploregainesville.org.
Cost: Free to enter
For more information visit Explore Gainesville or call 1-855-536-1996.
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Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
may 16, 2025 5:00 pmjune 20, 2025 5:00 pmjuly 18, 2025 5:00 pmaugust 15, 2025 5:00 pm
25apr10:00 am2025 Lake Lanier Boat Show - Margaritaville
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford
The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for new and seasoned boaters, don’t miss this opportunity to find your perfect boat!
Date: April 25 – 27, 2025
Time: see website for time details
Location: Margaritaville at Lake Lanier Islands – 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford (For GPS users, Lanier Islands is 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford)
Cost: see website for tickets and pricing
For more info: visit Lake Lanier Boat Show
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Time
(Friday) 10:00 am
Off Lake Events
april
18apr5:00 pm9:00 pmFood Truck Fridays - 2025
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville Food, drinks, and music. Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville
Food, drinks, and music.
Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and more.
Date(s): Fridays, Apr 18, May 16, Jun 20, Jul 18, Aug 15
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm, gates open at 5 pm with live music 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506. On-site parking is limited, shuttles are available, and a courtesy dock is available. Off-site parking 2025: New Horizons Lanier Park, 675 White Sulphur Rd. www.exploregainesville.org.
Cost: Free to enter
For more information visit Explore Gainesville or call 1-855-536-1996.
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Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
may 16, 2025 5:00 pmjune 20, 2025 5:00 pmjuly 18, 2025 5:00 pmaugust 15, 2025 5:00 pm
20apr12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
24apr9:00 am8:00 pmApril 2025 - Quinlan Spring Pottery Market
Event Details
April 2025 – Quinlan Spring Pottery Market Dates: April 24 – 26 Times: Thurs, Fri – 9 am – 8 pm, Sat 10 am 4 pm Location: Quinlan Arts Center, 514 Green St.
Event Details
April 2025 – Quinlan Spring Pottery Market
Dates: April 24 – 26
Times: Thurs, Fri – 9 am – 8 pm, Sat 10 am 4 pm
Location: Quinlan Arts Center, 514 Green St. NE, Gainesville
Info: Quinlan Arts Center, 770-536-2575
Time
(Thursday) 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
25apr9:00 am8:00 pmApril 2025 - Quinlan Spring Pottery Market
Event Details
April 2025 – Quinlan Spring Pottery Market Dates: April 24 – 26 Times: Thurs, Fri – 9 am – 8 pm, Sat 10 am 4 pm Location: Quinlan Arts Center, 514 Green St.
Event Details
April 2025 – Quinlan Spring Pottery Market
Dates: April 24 – 26
Times: Thurs, Fri – 9 am – 8 pm, Sat 10 am 4 pm
Location: Quinlan Arts Center, 514 Green St. NE, Gainesville
Info: Quinlan Arts Center, 770-536-2575
Time
(Friday) 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
25apr10:00 am2025 Lake Lanier Boat Show - Margaritaville
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford
The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for new and seasoned boaters, don’t miss this opportunity to find your perfect boat!
Date: April 25 – 27, 2025
Time: see website for time details
Location: Margaritaville at Lake Lanier Islands – 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford (For GPS users, Lanier Islands is 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford)
Cost: see website for tickets and pricing
For more info: visit Lake Lanier Boat Show
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Time
(Friday) 10:00 am
26apr10:00 am2025 Lake Lanier Boat Show - Margaritaville
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford
The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for new and seasoned boaters, don’t miss this opportunity to find your perfect boat!
Date: April 25 – 27, 2025
Time: see website for time details
Location: Margaritaville at Lake Lanier Islands – 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford (For GPS users, Lanier Islands is 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford)
Cost: see website for tickets and pricing
For more info: visit Lake Lanier Boat Show
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Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am
27apr10:00 am2025 Lake Lanier Boat Show - Margaritaville
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for
Event Details
2025 Lake Lanier (in-the-water) Boat Show, Buford
The Lake Lanier Boat Show is Georgia’s premier in-the-water boat show displaying a wide variety of boat brands from trusted, local dealers. Perfect for new and seasoned boaters, don’t miss this opportunity to find your perfect boat!
Date: April 25 – 27, 2025
Time: see website for time details
Location: Margaritaville at Lake Lanier Islands – 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford (For GPS users, Lanier Islands is 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford)
Cost: see website for tickets and pricing
For more info: visit Lake Lanier Boat Show
more
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am
27apr12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
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