Event Type : Off Lake

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

Roving Ranger, Gainesville

Have a burning question for a naturalist? The new ranger/naturalist at Don Carter State Park will be making rounds at the campgrounds and beach area to meet guests and answer questions.

Date: Fridays through September 3rd.

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506

For more information: 678-450-7726,  GaStateParks

First Friday Concert Series, Dahlonega

A staple of Dahlonega culture, the First Friday Concert Series, is back in 2021.

Date(s): The first Friday of each month:

June 4: Mini-Jam
July 2: Radford Windham and Step Back Cadillac
August 6: Kurt Thomas
September 3: Ugly Cousin
October 1: Hughes Taylor

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Location: Hancock Park, located just off the Historic Dahlonega Square at the corner of North Park Street and Warwick Street

Cost: Free

For more information:  Dahlonega Downtown Area Events

Last Train to Nibroc

The performance Last Train to Nibroc takes place in December 1940, where an east-bound cross-country train carries May, a religious and bookish girl and Raleigh, a charming young flyer. Raleigh is heading to New York to be a writer but after discovering that he and may are from neighboring Appalachian towns he decides to change trains for Kentucky, promising to take May to the next Nibroc Festival.

Date(s): July 2, 3, 4

Time: Fri/Sat 8:00 pm, Sunday 2:00 pm

Location: Dahlonega’s History Holly Theater

Cost: Adults $15; S10 Students & Military

For more information: Historic Holly Theater

Sunrise Yoga, Gainesville

Come join instructor Cait Patterson on Saturday mornings for Sunrise Yoga.

Date(s): Saturdays

Time: 6:30 a.m.

Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, beside the tower, 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville

Cost: $10

Information: Instructor, Cait Patterson, FaceBook , Instagram

Farmer’s Market, Dahlonega

Date(s): Saturdays through August 28th

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

Independence Day Festivities, Cumming

Date: Saturday, July 3rd

Time(s):

8:00 am: 5K/10K road race

10:00 am: Steam Engine Parade (from Forysyth Central High School to Cumming Fairgrounds)

10:00 am to 10:00 pm: at the Cumming Fairgrounds – children’s activities, food, vendors, live music, adult beverages and more

9:30 pm: Fireworks

Location: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Rd, Cumming, GA 30040

Cost: $5 for ages 13+; free to younger than 13.

For more information: CummingFair.net

Farm Animal Fun Day / Emory Jones Book signing, Sautee Nacoochee

Historic Hardman farm celebrates its heritage in a journey to “bring the farm back to life” with livestock exhibits and demonstrations, plus meetings with a local author whose books explore Native American heritage of historic farm and Indian mound.

Date: Saturday, July 3rd

Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Location: Hardman Farm Historic Site, 143 Hwy 17

Cost: $6, free to children 5 and younger

For more information: 706-878-1077, GAStateParks.org,

Saturdays April through July – Live Animal Showcase, Gainesville.

Held at Elachee Nature Science Center, you can meet some of the nature center’s live animal residents.

There are three meeting times:
11-11:45 a.m.
1-1:45 p.m.,
3-3:45 p.m.

Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Dr.

$5 adults, $3 children 2-12

FREE to Elachee members.

Register in advance. 770-535-1976, Elachee.org.

Appalachian Jam, Dahlonega

On-going Event – Pickers and singers perform traditional mountain music – Saturday afternoons through Oct. 9th.

Date(s): Saturdays through October 9th

Time: afternoon

Location: Downtown Dahlonega, outside Gold Museum State Historic Site, 1 Public Square, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533

For more information: Dahlonega.org

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

The Winery Comedy Tour at Accent Cellars, Dahlonega

Nationally recognized comedians travel the country tasting local wine and making new fans in this new comedy circuit that brings quality comedy to folks for a fraction of what comedy clubs demand.

Date(s): May 1, June 5, July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4

Times: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Location: Accent Cellars, 215 Auraria Rd., Dahlonega

Cost: Admission: $13

For more information: universe.com

North Georgia Winds Concert Series, Braselton

Join us on The Town Green in Braselton for three amazing summer concerts. Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy the music!

Date(s):

Saturday, June 19 – Strike Up the Band

Saturday, June 26 – Melody Shop

Saturday, July 3 – Celebration of America

Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Braselton Town Green, Davis St., Braselton

Cost: Free

For more information: North Georgia Winds events

Campfire & S’mores at Don Carter State Park

Available for all ages. Gather around the campfire for silly stories and s’mores with the park naturalist. Please bring your own personal outdoor chairs.

Date(s): Saturday, July 3rd, 17th and 31st

Time: 8:00 – 9:00 pm

Location: Meet at the open field located at the south end of the park. Park staff will be located at the entrance of the park to give directions.

Cost: $1, plus $5 parking fee

For more information: 678-450-7726, event info

Last Train to Nibroc

The performance Last Train to Nibroc takes place in December 1940, where an east-bound cross-country train carries May, a religious and bookish girl and Raleigh, a charming young flyer. Raleigh is heading to New York to be a writer but after discovering that he and may are from neighboring Appalachian towns he decides to change trains for Kentucky, promising to take May to the next Nibroc Festival.

Date(s): July 2, 3, 4

Time: Fri/Sat 8:00 pm, Sunday 2:00 pm

Location: Dahlonega’s History Holly Theater

Cost: Adults $15; S10 Students & Military

For more information: Historic Holly Theater

The Arts Council Inc. – Summer MusicFest Series, Gainesville

Join The Arts Council for five  “Concerts Under the Stars” on the lawn of the Smithgall Arts Center. Bring a picnic, your favorite beverages, chairs and blankets and enjoy the music!

Date(s):

Friday, June 18 – Banks & Shane

Saturday, July 3 – Northwinds Symphonic Band Patriotic Pops Concert

Saturday, July 17 – The Highwaymen Live

Saturday, August 7 – Riverstreet

Saturday, August 21 – Back in Time band

Time: 8:00 – 10:30 p.m.

Location: lawn of The Arts Council Smithgall Arts Center, 331 Spring Street, SW, Gainesville

Cost: Call 770-534-2787 or visit website for tickets.

For more information: The Arts Council

Old Fashioned Celebration, Blairsville

Celebration at one of our nation’s oldest state parks, with flag-raising ceremony, followed by bicycle parade, pedal boat races, and other activities.

Date: Sunday, July 4th

Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, 9 a.m. flag-raising ceremony

Location: Vogel State Park, 405 Vogel State Park Rd, Blairsville

Cost: $5 parking

For more information: 706-745-2628, GAStateParks.org

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

Last Train to Nibroc

The performance Last Train to Nibroc takes place in December 1940, where an east-bound cross-country train carries May, a religious and bookish girl and Raleigh, a charming young flyer. Raleigh is heading to New York to be a writer but after discovering that he and may are from neighboring Appalachian towns he decides to change trains for Kentucky, promising to take May to the next Nibroc Festival.

Date(s): July 2, 3, 4

Time: Fri/Sat 8:00 pm, Sunday 2:00 pm

Location: Dahlonega’s History Holly Theater

Cost: Adults $15; S10 Students & Military

For more information: Historic Holly Theater

Twilight Storytime Tails and Tales, GAINESVILLE

Weather permitting, stop by the Rock Creek Veterans Park Amphitheater each Monday this summer for a twilight story time provided by the Hall County Library System and Gainesville Parks and Recreation.

Date(s): every Monday in June and July

Time: 6:15 PM

Location: Rock Creek Veterans Park, Downtown Gainesville, 223 Northside Drive • Across from the Downtown Library

For more information: Gainesville.org

Cost: Free

Anna Ruby Tuesday day-camp for girls, Sautee Nacoochee

1-day camp for girls ages 6-10,  to discover what life was like for a well-to-do girl in Nacoochee in the 1870s. In this one-day camp, girls will play period games, play dress up in Victorian attire and have an English tea.

Advanced registration required.

Date: Tuesday, July 6th

Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Location: Hardman Farm Historic Site, 143 Hwy 17

Cost: $30, advanced registration required

For more information: GAStateParks.org, 806-878-1077, Event Info

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.

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

Roving Ranger, Gainesville

Have a burning question for a naturalist? The new ranger/naturalist at Don Carter State Park will be making rounds at the campgrounds and beach area to meet guests and answer questions.

Date: Fridays through September 3rd.

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506

For more information: 678-450-7726,  GaStateParks

An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories with John Berry, Flowery Branch

Join country artist John Berry for an evening of live entertainment.

Date: Friday, July 9th

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: The Venue at Friendship Springs, 7340 Friendship Springs Blvd., Flowery Branch

Cost: $50

For more information: 770-535-6371, The Venue at Friendship Springs

Silver Blue & Gold, a tribute to Bad Company

Silver Blue & Gold, a tribute to Bad Company, relates the band’s heyday in the 70s. Their first three albums each reached the Top 5 charts in both the U.S. and the UK. Steve Kelly and the Silver, Blue & Gold Band play such Bad Company songs as “Can’t Get Enough,” “Good Lovin’ Gone Bad,” “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” and others.

Date: Friday, July 9th

Time: 8:00 pm

Location: Historic Holly Theatre, Dahlonega

Cost: $35, $27

More information: Historic Holly Theatre, 706-530-5162 or email: info@hollytheater.com.

Sunrise Yoga, Gainesville

Come join instructor Cait Patterson on Saturday mornings for Sunrise Yoga.

Date(s): Saturdays

Time: 6:30 a.m.

Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, beside the tower, 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville

Cost: $10

Information: Instructor, Cait Patterson, FaceBook , Instagram

Farmer’s Market, Dahlonega

Date(s): Saturdays through August 28th

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

Discovery Saturdays at Elachee – Summer Wildflower Hike, Gainesville.

Naturalist-led hike in Chicopee Woods to discover wildflowers, primarily on Dodd Loop. Register in advance.

Date: Saturday, July 10th

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Location:  Elachee Nature Science Center Visitor’s Center, 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, GA 30504 

Cost: $5 adults; $3 children ages 2-12, free to members, register in advance

Pre-registration is required – 770-535-1976, Elachee.org   

Saturdays April through July – Live Animal Showcase, Gainesville.

Held at Elachee Nature Science Center, you can meet some of the nature center’s live animal residents.

There are three meeting times:
11-11:45 a.m.
1-1:45 p.m.,
3-3:45 p.m.

Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Dr.

$5 adults, $3 children 2-12

FREE to Elachee members.

Register in advance. 770-535-1976, Elachee.org.

Appalachian Jam, Dahlonega

On-going Event – Pickers and singers perform traditional mountain music – Saturday afternoons through Oct. 9th.

Date(s): Saturdays through October 9th

Time: afternoon

Location: Downtown Dahlonega, outside Gold Museum State Historic Site, 1 Public Square, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533

For more information: Dahlonega.org

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

Banks & Shane

For forty years now, Banks Burgess, Paul Shane, and their fabulous band have brought folks in Atlanta the best entertainment the town has ever seen. Their high-spirited renditions of old-time rock n’ roll, folk, bluegrass, and country are known for bringing crowds to their feet!  It’s high-energy good-time music, spiced with a healthy dose of the good-natured wit and patter that Banks and Paul have fine-tuned on their tours across the U.S. and around the world.

Date: Saturday, July 10th

Time: 8:00 pm

Location: Historic Holly Theatre, Dahlonega

Cost: $35, $27

More information: Historic Holly Theatre, 706-530-5162 or email: info@hollytheater.com.

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

Twilight Storytime Tails and Tales, GAINESVILLE

Weather permitting, stop by the Rock Creek Veterans Park Amphitheater each Monday this summer for a twilight story time provided by the Hall County Library System and Gainesville Parks and Recreation.

Date(s): every Monday in June and July

Time: 6:15 PM

Location: Rock Creek Veterans Park, Downtown Gainesville, 223 Northside Drive • Across from the Downtown Library

For more information: Gainesville.org

Cost: Free

Junior Ranger Camp, Gainesville

This is a daily camp available Wednesday through Friday. Children will participate in outdoor activities as they complete the Junior Ranger book.

Date(s):

Ages 6 to 8: July 14 – 16

Ages 9 to 12: July 21 -23

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506

Cost:  $60

For more information: 678-450-7726, GA State Parks

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.

Junior Ranger Camp, Gainesville

This is a daily camp available Wednesday through Friday. Children will participate in outdoor activities as they complete the Junior Ranger book.

Date(s):

Ages 6 to 8: July 14 – 16

Ages 9 to 12: July 21 -23

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506

Cost:  $60

For more information: 678-450-7726, GA State Parks

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

Junior Ranger Camp, Gainesville

This is a daily camp available Wednesday through Friday. Children will participate in outdoor activities as they complete the Junior Ranger book.

Date(s):

Ages 6 to 8: July 14 – 16

Ages 9 to 12: July 21 -23

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506

Cost:  $60

For more information: 678-450-7726, GA State Parks

Roving Ranger, Gainesville

Have a burning question for a naturalist? The new ranger/naturalist at Don Carter State Park will be making rounds at the campgrounds and beach area to meet guests and answer questions.

Date: Fridays through September 3rd.

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506

For more information: 678-450-7726,  GaStateParks

Summer Farmers Market, Braselton

Date: 3rd Fridays through August

Time: 4-7 p.m.

Location: patio of Braselton Brothers Store, Davis St., Braselton, GA

For more information visit Braselton Farmers Market on Facebook (@BraseltonFarmersMarket)

Sunrise Yoga, Gainesville

Come join instructor Cait Patterson on Saturday mornings for Sunrise Yoga.

Date(s): Saturdays

Time: 6:30 a.m.

Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, beside the tower, 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville

Cost: $10

Information: Instructor, Cait Patterson, FaceBook , Instagram

Farmer’s Market, Dahlonega

Date(s): Saturdays through August 28th

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

Saturdays April through July – Live Animal Showcase, Gainesville.

Held at Elachee Nature Science Center, you can meet some of the nature center’s live animal residents.

There are three meeting times:
11-11:45 a.m.
1-1:45 p.m.,
3-3:45 p.m.

Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Dr.

$5 adults, $3 children 2-12

FREE to Elachee members.

Register in advance. 770-535-1976, Elachee.org.

Appalachian Jam, Dahlonega

On-going Event – Pickers and singers perform traditional mountain music – Saturday afternoons through Oct. 9th.

Date(s): Saturdays through October 9th

Time: afternoon

Location: Downtown Dahlonega, outside Gold Museum State Historic Site, 1 Public Square, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533

For more information: Dahlonega.org

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

Campfire & S’mores at Don Carter State Park

Available for all ages. Gather around the campfire for silly stories and s’mores with the park naturalist. Please bring your own personal outdoor chairs.

Date(s): Saturday, July 3rd, 17th and 31st

Time: 8:00 – 9:00 pm

Location: Meet at the open field located at the south end of the park. Park staff will be located at the entrance of the park to give directions.

Cost: $1, plus $5 parking fee

For more information: 678-450-7726, event info

The Arts Council Inc. – Summer MusicFest Series, Gainesville

Join The Arts Council for five  “Concerts Under the Stars” on the lawn of the Smithgall Arts Center. Bring a picnic, your favorite beverages, chairs and blankets and enjoy the music!

Date(s):

Friday, June 18 – Banks & Shane

Saturday, July 3 – Northwinds Symphonic Band Patriotic Pops Concert

Saturday, July 17 – The Highwaymen Live

Saturday, August 7 – Riverstreet

Saturday, August 21 – Back in Time band

Time: 8:00 – 10:30 p.m.

Location: lawn of The Arts Council Smithgall Arts Center, 331 Spring Street, SW, Gainesville

Cost: Call 770-534-2787 or visit website for tickets.

For more information: The Arts Council

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

Twilight Storytime Tails and Tales, GAINESVILLE

Weather permitting, stop by the Rock Creek Veterans Park Amphitheater each Monday this summer for a twilight story time provided by the Hall County Library System and Gainesville Parks and Recreation.

Date(s): every Monday in June and July

Time: 6:15 PM

Location: Rock Creek Veterans Park, Downtown Gainesville, 223 Northside Drive • Across from the Downtown Library

For more information: Gainesville.org

Cost: Free

Junior Ranger Camp, Gainesville

This is a daily camp available Wednesday through Friday. Children will participate in outdoor activities as they complete the Junior Ranger book.

Date(s):

Ages 6 to 8: July 14 – 16

Ages 9 to 12: July 21 -23

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506

Cost:  $60

For more information: 678-450-7726, GA State Parks