Annual Gainesville Chicken Festival

Backyard and professional BBQ teams compete at this Gainesville themed festival! The event begins at 11 a.m. and serving continues until 3pm. Awards will be announced at 4pm. Live music, kid’s zone, and more.

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024

Time: 11 am – 4:30 pm

Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd.

Cost: Purchase wristband for 10 chicken samples.

Cook teams apply online:  www.exploregainesville.org., 770-531-2664, Event Link

Cars of Chateau

A charity car show benefiting North Georgia veterans in need.

Experience a variety of exciting cars on display, live music, food & drink, Kid Zone, military vehicles, and more. Featuring an exciting air show by Full Throttle Formation Team. General admission tickets are $10 for guests ages 12 and over. Kids under 12 year old are free. Car registration starts at $20. The proceeds from this event support North Georgia veterans in need and their families.

Date: October 27, 2024

Time: 11 am – 4 pm

Location: Chateau Elan Winery and Resort

Cost: $10 – General Admission for 12 and older, Kids under 12 are Free. Car registration starts at $20.

For more info: Cars of Chateau