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North Georgia Home Show, Gainesville

The North Georgia Home Show is the place to go for home maintenance and decor tips, industry trends, prizes, and more! It will include speakers, demonstrations, and entertainment.

Dates and Times:

Friday, October 22nd, 2021 – 11 am – 6 pm
Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 – 11 am – 6 pm
Sunday, October 24th, 2021 11 am – 4 pm

Location: Ramsey Conference Center, 2535 Lanier Tech Dr., Gainesville

Cost: $5 – $20

For more info: Event Link on FaceBook

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30, Friday 6:00 – 12:00 midnight, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

“Murder on the Orient Express”, Oakwood

Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. By the next morning, an American tycoon has been murdered, and the killer is still on the train. A classic whodunit full of intrigue, surprise, and laughs!

Date(s) and Times: 

Friday, October 15, 2021 7:30 pm
Saturday, October 16, 2021 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm
Sunday, October 17, 2021 2:30 pm
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 7:30 pm
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 7:30 pm
Thursday, October 21, 2021 7:30 pm
Friday, October 22, 2021 7:30 pm
Saturday, October 23, 2021 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm

Location: University of North Georgia’s Ed Cabell Theatre, 3820 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA 30566

For more info and to purchase tickets: GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org, 678-717-3624

Farmer’s Market, Dahlonega

Date(s): Saturdays through October

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location: Hancock Park, corner of N. Park and Warwick streets

For more info: (706) 482-2707,  Dahlonega.org, Farmer’s Market Event Info,  FaceBook Page

Cost: Free

51st Annual Mountain Moonshine Car Show/Festival, Dawsonville

Huge car show, parade, moonshine still, free moonshine samples, crafts, games, kids’ rides, music, and more.

Date(s): Oct. 22-24

Time: Fri/Sat 8 am – 5 pm; Sunday 8 am – 3 pm

Location: Dawsonville Municipal Complex, 415 Hwy. 53 E.

Cost: Free

For more info: KareforKids.org. 706-265-6278  or  706-216-5273

Soque River Ramble Fun Run/6K/10K, Batesville

The course includes a half-mile of packed gravel road flanked by the beautiful fall-colored leaves. This event benefits Hope Thrives. New this year is the 10K. The course is entirely on paved roads and is a PEACHTREE QUALIFIER!

Date: Saturday, October 23rd, 2021

Time: 8:30 / 9:00 / 10:00 am

Location: Wilbanks Farm, 860 Old Chimney Mountain Rd.

Cost: $15 – $40

For more info: Active.com, Event Link

Baldwin Fall Festival, Baldwin

Come out and join us for our 4th Annual Fall Festival! There will be tons to do for people of all ages!

Date: Saturday, October 23rd, 2021

Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location: Downtown Baldwin Park, 110 Airport Rd., Baldwin, GA

Cost: Free

For more info: City of Baldwin, 706-778-6341, Event Link

Jefferson FFA/Kiwanis Club 5K, Maysville

Date: Saturday, October 23rd, 2021

Time: 9:00 am

Location: Hurricane Shoals Park, 416 Hurricane Shoals Rd., Maysville, GA 30558

Cost: $25

For more info: Active.com, Event Link

So You Think You Can 5K and Kids Fun Run, Flowery Branch

Come out and enjoy the foliage and lake views while running (socially distanced of course!) the So You Think You Can Run HWDC Kids Fun Run & 5K! The course is flat and fast, all on paved roads, so come ready to have a great time! Largest team will receive $250 for their organization!

Date: Saturday, October 23rd, 2021

Time: 9:30 am

Location: Aqualand Marina Dock Store, 6800 Lights Ferry Rd., Flowery Branch, GA 30542

Cost: $25, price increases after Oct 15th.

For more info: RunnersFit.com, Event Link

Saturday Greeting Card Workshop, offered by the Hall County Library System, Gainesville Branch

Patricia Anderson will provide inspiration, expertise, tools and materials to create individual pieces of art.

Date(s): June 26th, July 24th, August 28th, September 25th, and October 23rd

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location: Main Branch in Gainesville – 127 Main Street NW, Gainesville, GA 30501

For more information: 770-532-3311, Ext 4011 or HallCountyLibrary – Gainesville

*Note: for Ages 18+

Beginner Archery – Tallulah Falls – Aug 2021

Come learn to shoot a bow for the first time or hone your skills. people of all ages are welcome just have to be strong enough to pull a 30LB bow.

Date(s): August 28th, September 25th, and October 23rd

Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Location: Tallulah Gorge State Park – 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr., Tallulah Falls, GA

Cost: $15, additional $5 parking.

For more info: 706-754-7981, gastateparks.org/events

Run for Life Kiddie K / 5K, Oakwood

The 11th ANNUAL RUN FOR LIFE 5K has a new location. The race will now be held at Oakwood City Park in Oakwood GA. The race benefits the Choices Pregnancy Care Center.

Date: Saturday, October 23rd, 2021

Time: 10:30/11:00 am

Location: Oakwood City Park, 4101 Railroad St., Oakwood, GA 30566

Cost: $25

For more info: Active.com, Event Link

North Georgia Home Show, Gainesville

The North Georgia Home Show is the place to go for home maintenance and decor tips, industry trends, prizes, and more! It will include speakers, demonstrations, and entertainment.

Dates and Times:

Friday, October 22nd, 2021 – 11 am – 6 pm
Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 – 11 am – 6 pm
Sunday, October 24th, 2021 11 am – 4 pm

Location: Ramsey Conference Center, 2535 Lanier Tech Dr., Gainesville

Cost: $5 – $20

For more info: Event Link on FaceBook

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30, Friday 6:00 – 12:00 midnight, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00 midnight, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

Cocktails in the Garden, Gainesville

Sip mixed drinks, beer or wine while enjoying the garden. You can also order in advance for Saturday dinner.

Date(s): Saturday and Sunday through October 23rd.

Time(s):

Saturdays –  3:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Sundays – 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Gainesville Garden of the Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1911 Sweet Bay Dr., Gainesville

For more information: 404-888-4760, Gainesville Garden Events

“Murder on the Orient Express”, Oakwood

Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. By the next morning, an American tycoon has been murdered, and the killer is still on the train. A classic whodunit full of intrigue, surprise, and laughs!

Date(s) and Times: 

Friday, October 15, 2021 7:30 pm
Saturday, October 16, 2021 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm
Sunday, October 17, 2021 2:30 pm
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 7:30 pm
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 7:30 pm
Thursday, October 21, 2021 7:30 pm
Friday, October 22, 2021 7:30 pm
Saturday, October 23, 2021 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm

Location: University of North Georgia’s Ed Cabell Theatre, 3820 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA 30566

For more info and to purchase tickets: GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org, 678-717-3624

51st Annual Mountain Moonshine Car Show/Festival, Dawsonville

Huge car show, parade, moonshine still, free moonshine samples, crafts, games, kids’ rides, music, and more.

Date(s): Oct. 22-24

Time: Fri/Sat 8 am – 5 pm; Sunday 8 am – 3 pm

Location: Dawsonville Municipal Complex, 415 Hwy. 53 E.

Cost: Free

For more info: KareforKids.org. 706-265-6278  or  706-216-5273

North Georgia Home Show, Gainesville

The North Georgia Home Show is the place to go for home maintenance and decor tips, industry trends, prizes, and more! It will include speakers, demonstrations, and entertainment.

Dates and Times:

Friday, October 22nd, 2021 – 11 am – 6 pm
Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 – 11 am – 6 pm
Sunday, October 24th, 2021 11 am – 4 pm

Location: Ramsey Conference Center, 2535 Lanier Tech Dr., Gainesville

Cost: $5 – $20

For more info: Event Link on FaceBook

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30, Friday 6:00 – 12:00 midnight, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00 midnight, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00 pm

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30 pm, Friday 6:00 – 12:00, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30 pm, Friday 6:00 – 12:00, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

The Northeast Georgia History Center presents FREE Livestream Programming to the public

Date: Each Wednesday

Time: 2 p.m

Location: Virtual – online – click here and select the yellow “Livestream Programs” button on the top right of the page to view free Livestream programs.

The Northeast Georgia History Center presents a livestream for the general public to enjoy via Facebook or YouTube Live.

Fee: FREE

For more information: 770-297-5900,  negahc.org

*NOTE: Each Friday, the facility presents special member livestreams for local and digital members.

Fee for Digital membership:  $3/month or $35/year for member livestreams and more.

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30 pm, Friday 6:00 – 12:00, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

Flowery Branch Farmers Market

The market is every Thursday, but live music, food trucks and Main Street vendors arrive on the 2nd Thursdays of each month.

Date(s): Every Thursday through October

Time: 3:30-6:30 p.m. (Main Street Vendors at 5:00 p.m.)

Location: City Hall lawn, 5419 W. Pine St., Flowery Branch, GA

For more information:  FloweryBranchGA.org, Farmer’s Market Info

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30 pm, Friday 6:00 – 12:00, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

Trick or Treat on the Square, Gainesville

Kids up to 12 years of age collect goodies around the downtown square, plus a costume contest.

Date: Friday, October 29th, 2021

Time: 3:00 – 6:00 pm

Location: Downtown Gainesville Square, 301 Main Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

For more info: Gainesville.org, Event Link

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30, Friday 6:00 – 12:00 midnight, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

Farmer’s Market, Dahlonega

Date(s): Saturdays through October

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location: Hancock Park, corner of N. Park and Warwick streets

For more info: (706) 482-2707,  Dahlonega.org, Farmer’s Market Event Info,  FaceBook Page

Cost: Free

22nd Annual Boo Run, Flowery Branch

This year’s 22nd Annual 5K BOO RUN resumes a long tradition of our Autumn Run and a great way for family and friends to enjoy the beautiful landscape of Flowery Branch, Georgia. Please join other runners in their Halloween costumes or come as you are and be a part of one of the best 5K runs in Northeast Georgia.

Date: Saturday, October 30th, 2021

Time: 9 am

Location: Flowery Branch Depot, 5517 Main St. Flowery Branch, GA 30542

Cost: $25, $30 on event day

For more info: RunnersFit, Event Link

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30, Friday 6:00 – 12:00 midnight, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00 midnight, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

50th Oktoberfest, Helen

Bavarian-themed music, food, dancing, drinks, smoke-free, family-friendly

Date: September 9th – Nov 7th, 2021 – Sept. 23 – 26 (Thu – Sun), Daily Sept. 30-Nov. 7

Time(s): Weekdays 6:00 to 10:30, Friday 6:00 – 12:00 midnight, Saturday 1:00 – 12:00 midnight, Sunday 1:00 – 7:00 pm

Location: Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA

Cost: $8.00  Mon – Fri, $10.00 on Saturdays, Free on Sundays! (half price for children 6-12; free to children younger than 6)

For more info: Event Link, 706-878-1908

Part of  The Arts Council’s 2021 Fall Concert Series

North Georgia Chamber Symphony “Spook-tacular”

Celebrate Halloween at The Arts Council with all the spooky songs you’ve heard in Disney movies! Come and hear favorites like Berlioz’ March to the Scaffold, Saint-Saens’Danse Macabre, Macabre, Moussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, Gounod’s Funeral March for a Marionette, and of course some Harry Potter themes and other seasonal favorites.

Date: Sunday, October 31st, 2021

Time: 3:00 pm

Location: The Arts Council Smithgall Arts Center – Gladys Wyant Performing Arts Pavilion – 331 Spring St., Gainesville, GA 30501

For more info: TheArtsCouncil.net, Tickets