A new year means more new and exciting events happening in the mountains! We may be in the dead of winter but there’s still fun to be had this month in Blue Ridge. From ice skating, guided hiking tours, live music events and more there’s always fun to be had here!
Blue Ridge on Ice January 1st-January 7th Location: Blue Ridge Farmers Market
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Have some family friendly winter fun with ice skating at the Farmer’s Market! This fun new outdoor ice skating rink is set up at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, next to the Swan Drive In, on select dates now through January 7th. For just $10 you can skate to your heart’s content! After your skate, warm up with hot cocoa and other sweet treats from the concessions stand.
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Explore the beauty of North Georgia on a guided hiking tour with the Benton McKaye Trail Association. They offer 2-4 hikes a month varying in difficulty from easy, leisurely hikes to moderately difficult hikes. January 1st: Upper Springer Mountain Loop January 8th: BMT GA to Skeenah Gap and return January 9th: Trails of Jack Rabbit January 14th: BMT Weaver Creek to Stanley Gap Trail and return January 19th: BMT Three Forks to No Name Gap and back January 21st: Trails of Nottley Lake January 22nd: BMT Watson Gap to Dolly Gap and return January 29th: Fightingtown Creek #1
Come sip on wine by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at Chateau Meichtry. This beautiful winery located in Talking Rock, GA has both outdoor & indoor seating options, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the winery no matter the weather. On Saturdays & Sundays you can sip on your favorite glass of wine while you enjoy live music from local artists from 1:30pm-5:30pm. And there’s food trucks on the weekends as well! January 1st: Ryan Davis & The Smokehouse Food Truck January 6th: Cam Blackburn & The Eggroll Boyz Food Truck January 7th: Surrender Hill & The Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck January 13th: Cotter Hill & The Get Skewers Food Truck January 14th: Joy Hice & Jerry Sorn and The Get Skewers Food Truck January 20th: Kristen Tinsley & The Off Road Food Truck January 21st: Gary Wilder & The Off Road Food Truck January 27th: Surrender Hill & The Fry Baby Food Truck January 28th: CJ Prather & The Lobster Dogs
Stop by Grumpy Old Men Brewing Thursdays to sing along to your favorite songs for karaoke night! And drop by select Fridays & Saturdays from 3pm-6pm for great drinks, great music, and a great time. With indoor and outdoor seating available you can even bring your dog to join in the fun! Enjoy delicious fare from the ever-changing food trucks, while you listen to some fantastic local artists! And on Monday nights come on out for SINGO and Thursday nights is Karaoke! January 4th: Karaoke January 6th: Orange Walls January 11th: Karaoke January 18th: Karaoke January 25th: Karaoke January 26th: Travis Bowlin
Misty Mountain Hops is a music-centric restaurant and pub so it’s only fitting that they bring in live music. Stop by select Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm-9pm for great food and great live music from local artists! January 5th: Dawn N’ Nash January 6th: Levi Ransom January 12th: Travis Bowlin January 13th: Georgia Back Porch Band January 19th: Ray LaBean January 20th: David Welch January 26th: The Orange Walls Duo January 27th: Shannon York
For award winning wine, live music, and food truck Bear Claw Vineyards is the place for you! Join them every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for live music and food trucks. Kids and dogs are welcome too. The live music schedule for each weekend is shared on their website each Thursday so be sure to check back!
Line Dancing Class January 8th-January 29th Location: Tooney’s Music Venue
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to line dance? Well now’s your chance! Tooney’s now offers free, weekly line dancing classes Monday nights! The class is open to people of all ages and dance experience! Doors open at 6pm and classes start at 7pm. Come on down and show us what you can do!
Get the girls together for a night of wine and supporting other women at Paradise Hills‘ Women & Wine Night Out event. Each month they will host a different presentation from a local business woman. Your ticket includes one glass of wine, light snacks, and the opportunity to buy local products. Tickets are $25 a person.
Participate in Paradise Hills delicious supper club happening monthly! Each month will be a new, seasonal themed menu that includes salad, your special entrée, and desserts. This month’s theme is Spanish Paella! Dinner is $35 a person and reservations are required. Please call 706-745-7483 to reserve your spot.
Get a sneak peak at Blue Ridge Community Theater’s upcoming 2024 season, along with a behind the scenes look at the theater and a chance to meet the directors. There will be food, drinks, and a wonderful community of theater lovers at this exciting event!
Get tickets for this great event and you’ll receive a limited edition Project Chimps glass, one drink, one chimp themed drink coaster, and one food ticket for a vegan snack. There’s no better excuse to drink than helping out some adorable chimps!
Winery Comedy Night January 26th Location: Paradise Hills, Cabins-Spa-Winery
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Get ready for a night of laughs at the Winery Comedy Night at Paradise Hills! Live professional stand-up comics will make you laugh all night long! Grab a glass of wine or a beer and let the laughter flow! Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm!
Chris Janson January 27th Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
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Platinum-selling Country music recording artist, multi-instrumentalist, and award-winning singer/songwriter Chris Janson will be back at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on January 27th at 7pm! And special guest Jason Blaine will be opening for Chris Janson as well! Tickets are $47+ handling.
2024 is almost upon us! Can you believe it!? And while 2023 was an amazing year, we know 2024 is going to be even better! With every passing year, the town of Blue Ridge adds more and more new & exciting businesses to ensure families like yours never run out of fun things to do. As we move into the new year make sure that you have your Escape to Blue Ridge booked, plan to enjoy the great outdoors & the fresh mountain air, shop at our charming local boutiques and stores downtown, eat and drink local at our wonderful restaurants and breweries, and experience all that Blue Ridge has to offer in the new year! Here’s your ultimate 2024 Blue Ridge Bucket List:
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Get Outdoors
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Kick off the New Year by embarking on a “First Day Hike” on one our local trails. With over 300 miles of trails just waiting to be explored, you can choose from some of our favorites such as the Benton McKaye Trail, the Aska Adventure Area trails, and Jack’s River Trail or some hidden gems. Hike to area waterfalls like Fall Branch Falls and Amicalola, climb to mountain peaks like Brasstown Bald and Fort Mountain, or explore the longest swinging bridge east of the Mississippi. If you won’t be in town for New Year’s Day, no worries – our trails are always open, regardless of the season.
Ready to find more beautiful trails and enjoy the great outdoors? Then check out Fightingtown Creek Nature Park! This charming park has over 180 acres of land to explore, including 12 miles of hiking and biking trails. Prefer to take things slow and soak in the beauty of Mother Nature? They also have picnic areas and ample opportunities for birdwatching as well. Nature lovers will just love spending their time in such a beautiful and peaceful place.
You can even take in the trails on horseback with a trail ride through the Chattahoochee National Forest! Explore the mountain trails and connect with your trusty steed as you embark on a trail ride offered by either Appalachian Trail Rides or Cowgirl Up Stables. Both stables cater to riders of all levels, providing options for both beginners and the more experienced riders.
Daring Adventures
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Dare to be bold in the New Year with thrilling adventures only the bravest among you will be willing to conquer! Smash into the new year at Tank Town USA in Morganton, GA, where you can drive a tank, maneuver construction vehicles, fire off some machine guns, and demolish everything in your path. It’s a fun adventure, the wannabe-action-heroes in your group are sure to love! If you prefer your adventures high up in the air then visit Blue Ridge Adventure Park, where you can zip through treetops and climb up to 50 feet in the air. Or take a spin on the Georgia Mountain Coaster in Helen—the first alpine coaster in Georgia! And during the summer months you can take to the water and try your hand at whitewater rafting! Navigate through waves and rapids along the Ocoee River with a team, offering a challenging workout and a memorable experience that will stay with you for a long time. For more thrilling adventures check out our Extreme Outdoor Adventures Blog: https://www.escapetoblueridge.com/blog/7-extreme-outdoor-adventures/
Eat Local
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There’s nothing quite like the local eats you’ll find in Blue Ridge! Our mountain town is home to a variety of culinary experiences from classic southern cooking, to seafood, to Asian fusion, and so much more, there’s something for everyone! Some fan favorite restaurants in town are Chester’s, The Black Sheep, Harvest on Main, Southern Charm, The Dogwood, ROE, and Fightingtown Tavern. But over the past year, many new & delicious restaurants have emerged in town, that we must insist you add to your list! More fine dining options have come to Blue Ridge with the arrival of Grace Steakhouse. The steaks here are aged 45 days or more and are hand cut and prepared with the maximum flavor and tenderness. You’ll find that a dinner at Grace is more than a meal, it’s an unforgettable dining experience. We’ve welcomed two new lunch spots Bob’s Eatery and Jamy’s Sandwich Spot. At Bob’s you can enjoy a delicious sandwich or a giant milkshake and at Jamy’s you’ll find more sandwiches as well as soups & salads for sale. For a mid-day pick me up or quick bite to eat check out Mountain Mama’s Coffee Lounge! Nestled conveniently beside the Blue Ridge Inn and in collaboration with Folk Collaborative, this chic coffee house and lounge promises delicious & unique coffees, homemade bagels, and a cozy atmosphere to enjoy your meal. For more dining options check out our Restaurant Round-Up blog: https://www.escapetoblueridge.com/blog/favorite-blue-ridge-restaurants/
Prefer to stay in with the family and enjoy your meals in the comfort of the cabin? Our local private chefs: Chef Trey, Chef Eatz, and Blue Duck Eats, would be happy to accommodate you and your family’s special needs! Your chosen chef will arrive at your cabin door with all the supplies & ingredients needed to make you and your guests the perfect meal! Just sit back and relax, and watch them go! And after dinner they’ll even clean up the mess, so there’s nothing to clean up! Ready to learn more? Check out our blog the Ultimate Meal to learn all about our local chefs: https://www.escapetoblueridge.com/blog/the-ultimate-meal/
Say Cheers to the new year with a beer of glass of wine made right here in Blue Ridge! Blue Ridge has so many great bars, breweries, and wineries to explore but here’s a few of our favorites. For Blue Ridge brews pay a visit to our local craft breweries; Grumpy Old Men Brewing, Fannin Brewing Company, Angry Hops Brewing, and Tipping Point Brewing. Our local breweries are a staple of our mountain town and we just love them! How about drinks with a view? Not only can you enjoy delicious wine at our local vineyards but you can also admire the beautiful mountains that surround the tasting barn. For wine with a view check out Bear Claw Vineyards, Serenberry Vineyards, and Cartecay Vineyards. Even Mercier Orchards offers hard cider and wine! With so many fantastic places to enjoy a drink, you’ll be ringing in the new year with a buzz!
Dog-Friendly Fun
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Blue Ridge is a town for dog lovers! With miles and miles of hiking trails to explore with your furry friend, local shops & restaurants that will welcome you both, and cabins that are happy to include every member of your family in the ultimate vacation; there’s no shortage of fun to be had with your fur baby! In the past few years Blue Ridge has expanded on their “dog-friendly” hospitality and built all kinds of new & exciting places for your pup to enjoy! At Blue Ridge’s newest dog park your dog can run and play off leash to their hearts content. Horseshoe Bend Dog Park has two fenced in dog parks where large and small dogs can play, along with paved walking trails, and more enhancements coming in the future. For more dog park fun check out Blue Ridge Adventure Dog! This fenced in dog park & shop is a blast for dogs of all shapes & sizes! They can play fetch back and forth, go for a dip in the doggie swimming pool, and even snack on a barkcuterie board. And dog owners can enjoy beers, snacks, and ice pops while they watch their dog play. These two spots are a great place to let your dogs stretch their legs and get those zoomies out before heading back to cuddle up at the cabin! For more dog-friendly fun check out our Dog Lovers Getaway blog here: https://www.escapetoblueridge.com/blog/dog-lovers-getaway-must-love-dogs/
Support Local Arts
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Blue Ridge is a hub for the arts, where local artists are always showing off their talents through all kinds of different mediums! In fact Blue Ridge is one of the top 5 art towns in the state of Georgia! Browse handcrafted, beautiful art at one of our local galleries like High Country Art, the Art Center, and 4 Elements Art. Attend a performance at Blue Ridge Community Theater, where local thespians eagerly take the stage in both plays and musicals. And immerse yourself in the vibrant local music scene with live performances from local artists, happening nearly every weekend at spots around town like Tooney’s, Misty Mountain Hops, Bear Claw Winery, Grumpy Old Men Brewing, and countless others!
Ride the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
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A favorite tradition among our visitors is riding on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway! You can soak in the scenery as the train sets off from Downtown Blue Ridge, twisting through the North Georgia countryside to the twin cities of Copperhill, TN, and McCaysville, GA. The picturesque views from the train are delightful year-round, but fall is an especially popular time as the leaves begin to change. You also won’t want to miss the Holiday Express in December, where families can enjoy a festive ride through the countryside and kids can meet Santa himself!
Pick Your Own Fruit at Merciers
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Embrace the change of seasons by picking your own fresh fruit throughout the year at Mercier Orchards! As the seasons change you can pick apples, blueberries, strawberries, peaches, blackberries, and more. And in the summer you can even pick beautiful wildflowers and sunflowers from the field. There’s always something to get your hands on! While you’re there, make sure to explore their expansive market that has everything from apple butter, baking mixes, home decor, and so much more. Stop by the bakery for Mercier’s famous fried pies and sample cider & wine in the tasting room. And with farm tours and exciting family fun around every corner, your family will keep coming to Merciers time and time again!
Enjoy the Summer on Lake Blue Ridge
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Summers are best spent on Lake Blue Ridge! And there’s no shortage of fun to be had on the sparkling waters of the lake. Whether you prefer cruising on a boat, splashing in the water, or basking in the sun at Morganton Point, Lake Blue Ridge is the ultimate summer destination for fun & relaxation! Kickstart your lake day adventures at Lake Blue Ridge Marina, where you can find boat rentals and everything you need for a day on the water. After a busy day soaking in the rays and living it up on the lake, stop by The Boat Dock Bar & Grill at the marina, for a great evening filled with delicious food, drinks, live music, and a picturesque view of Lake Blue Ridge. And every year when America’s birthday comes around you can watch as fireworks shoot off over the lake and reflect on the waters below. It’s a great annual tradition you won’t soon forget!
Catch a Movie at the Drive In
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Experience a classic movie night at the Swan Drive-In Theater! The Swan Drive In has been a fixture of Blue Ridge since 1955, and continues to thrive to this day. The Drive In plays all the big new blockbuster films you crave along with some tried and true classic films. And at Christmas time you can even enjoy some of your favorite holiday films on the big screen! When you arrive all you have to do is tune your car to the radio, grab the popcorn and some classic movie theater snacks from the concession stand, and watch the movie from the comfort of your own vehicle. The Swan Drive In provides such a delightful and nostalgic way to spend an evening with the whole family!
Trout Fish in the Trout Capital of Georgia
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For fishing enthusiasts, there’s no better place to trout fish than in the Trout Capital of Georgia! The waters of the Toccoa River are filled to the brim with fish, ensuring that you have every opportunity to catch the ultimate trophy trout. And if you need help catching that perfect trout, then use one of Blue Ridge’s trusted fishing guides to assist you; Cohutta Fishing Company and Blue Ridge Fly Fishing School are among our favorites. You can even fish with your very own hand crafted, custom fly fishing rod from Oyster Bamboo Fly Rods.
Taste some local trout yourself at Toccoa Riverside Restaurant or see how many trout statues you can find around Downtown Blue Ridge. There’s no shortage of trout- centric fun to be had in the town of Blue Ridge- the Trout Capital of Georgia! To get the full fisherman’s experience check out our Fly Fishing Capital of Blue Ridge blog: https://www.escapetoblueridge.com/blog/blue-ridge-fly-fishing-capital-of-georgia/
Indoor Fun
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Don’t let a rainy day or chilly weather get you down. There’s still plenty of fun experiences to be had indoors! Become a pinball wizard at Vertigo Pinball or grab a few fun family photos at Flex Your Selfie Museum. Challenge the fam to a round of mini golf at 2nd Story Entertainment and come head to head with Bigfoot himself at Expedition: Bigfoot! The Sasquatch Museum! No matter the weather, there’s always fun to be had in Blue Ridge! See our Rainy Day Fun in the Mountains blog for more ideas: https://www.escapetoblueridge.com/blog/rainy-day-fun/
A Relaxing Spa Day
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Treat yourself to a day full of luxury and relaxation at Serenity in the Mountains Spa. The spa offers a variety of treatments including manicures, pedicures, massages tailored to your preferences, facials, body treatments, and a unique Himalayan Salt Cave that’s unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Bring on the pampering with wine, a charcuterie board, and delightful chocolate-covered strawberries to enjoy between treatments. You can even enjoy Serenity in the Mountains’ new deli and coffee shop that offers all your favorite drinks from Mountain Mama’s Coffee Lounge along with sandwiches & baked goods. And on weekdays, you can treat yourself to cosmetic services provided by Southern Surgical Arts Beauty Bar, offering laser and technology treatments, injectables, and fillers to maintain that youthful glow. You’ll feel relaxed in no time at Serenity in the Mountains Spa!
Take in an Annual Event
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There’s always something happening in the mountains! From annual festivals & events, holiday celebrations, live music, and more, you’ll find exciting events happening almost every month in the North Georgia area. These are some of our favorite annual events that we know you’ll absolutely love! Fire & Ice Chili Cookoff & Craft Beer Festival: February 17th, 2024 Georgia Food & Wine Festival: March 22nd-24th, 2024 The Rhododendron Festival: April 12th-May 14th, 2024 Blue Ridge Trout and Outdoor Adventures Festival: April 27th, 2024 Blue Ridge Adventure Race: May 4th, 2024 Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival: May 11th, 2024 Spring Arts in the Park: May 25th-26th, 2024 Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks: July 4th, 2024 Georgia Mountain Fair: August 16th-24th, 2024 Blue Ridge Mountains Wine & Jazz Festival: September 7th, 2024 Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival: September 21st, 2024 Georgia Mountain Fall Festival: October 11th-19th, 2024 Fall Arts in the Park: October 12th-13th, 2024 Georgia Apple Festival: October 12th-20th, 2024 Appalachian Brew, Stew, & Que Festival: October 19th, 2024 Halloween Safe Zone: October 31st, 2024 Blue Ridge Turkey Trot: November 28th, 2024 Light Up Blue Ridge: Last weekend in November Mountain Country Christmas in Lights: November 28th- December 23rd, 2024
Plan an Escape
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With so much to experience in Blue Ridge, we know you and your family will just love it here! So what are you waiting for? Book your 2024 escape today! At Escape to Blue Ridge Cabin Rentals we offer over 300 amazing mountain, lakeside, riverfront, cabins chalk full of amenities and luxuries that make them the perfect home away from home. From hot tubs and game rooms, to firepits and luxury kitchens, we’ve got something for everyone. Thank you for all the love, support, and escapes in 2023 and we look forward to more mountain adventures in the New Year. Happy New Year, we can’t wait to see you soon!
You’ve heard there’s no place like home for the holidays, but we disagree, there’s no place like Blue Ridge for the holidays! You and your loved ones can gather together in a cozy mountain cabin and experience the joy of the season. Ice skate, ride on the Holiday Express, watch your favorite holiday films on the big screen, and just enjoy some quality time together in your home-away-from-home. See what holiday fun awaits for you in Blue Ridge this December:
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The Holiday Express
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Every December in Blue Ridge you can live your very own Polar Express fantasy! Ride the Holiday Express with Blue Ridge Scenic Railway November 24th-December 24th. On your hour-long or four hour-long journey, you’ll get the chance to experience the beautiful North Georgia countryside in the winter and see what holiday fun is in store for you! Your train car will come alive with holiday music as you sip on hot cocoa and admire the sights. The little ones will enjoy stories & gifts from Santa, as well as a special opportunity to meet the big man himself. Kids and adults alike will love their ride on this festive fun train! Be sure to get your tickets in advance because they sell out quickly. If you’re unable to get your hands on Holiday Express tickets, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway also offers a fun Winter Ride that usually has more availability.
Christmas Movies at the Drive In
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When we think of Christmas we think of watching our favorite holiday movies surrounded by tasty snacks and the ones we love the most. Now you can watch your favorite holiday films on the big screen at the Swan Drive In! On December 15th-17th the Drive In will present a special showing of National Lampoons Christmas Vacation and the new Wonka movie as well! Then for the Christmas weekend December 22nd-24th they will be showing Elf and Wonka! While you enjoy these special films you can munch of classic movie theater food like popcorn, hot dogs, chicken tenders, corn dogs, and more. AND the Swan Drive In will also have extra delicious holiday treats available as well like Gourmet hot chocolate topped with whip cream, cinnamon, and a chocolate straw AND a holiday float made with red soda, Mayfield ice cream, green whip cream, and served in a Christmas light cup! How sweet is that!? Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children 3-11, and FREE for children 2 and under. Enjoy a fun-filled evening with family & friends watching your favorite Christmas movies and new blockbuster films on the big screen! Visit their website for showtimes and more details: https://swan-drive-in.com/now-showing/
Holiday Shopping
There’s so many unique and special local shops to stock up on Christmas gifts for your loved ones! Head to Downtown Blue Ridge and/or the Riverwalk Shops to knock everything off your list! Pick up some delicious olive oil from Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company for grandma, a bottle of wine for your favorite aunt at 34th Degree Wine Merchant, a cool vinyl record for your dad at Deaf Man Vinyl, a comic book from Mountain Man Comics for your brother, trendy home decor for mom at Gather, and active wear for your next hike at Blue Ridge Adventure Wear. You can even get some of your holiday shopping done ahead of time at Blue Ridge and McCaysville’s Light Up events when everything is on sale!
Looking for a one stop shop for gifts? There’s plenty of holiday markets in town to check out! The Art Center’sHoliday Show & Sale runs from November 18th-December 16th. You can support local artists and get some great deals by checking out their handmade wares. From artwork, jewelry, pottery, candles, and more the Holiday Show & Sale has it all! Open Tuesdays-Sundays from 10am-6pm at the Art Center.
Visit a place where it’s all Christmas all the time- Christmas is Here! This awesome store has all the Christmas decor and gifts you need to feel like Santa Claus himself! Most of their wares are beautiful, handmade works by American artists. Find wooden Santas, statues of the three wise men, advent calendars and more at this special shop located in Riverwalk Shops!
We all need some time to relax during the holiday season! Pay a visit to Serenity in the Mountains Spa and enjoy a day of pampering! Get massages, facials, and be sure to check out their amazing Salt Cave. While you’re there you can admire over 100 beautifully decorated trees that will be on display all season long! Really get into the Christmas spirit with a relaxing spa day filled with beautiful trees & an amazing day of pampering.
Ice Skating
Have some family friendly winter fun with ice skating at the Farmer’s Market! This fun new outdoor ice skating rink will appear at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, next to the Swan Drive In, November 23rd through January 7th, with special hours Thanksgiving & Christmas. For just $15 you can skate to your heart’s content! After your skate, warm up with hot cocoa and other sweet treats from the concessions stand.
Christmas Light Hunt
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Christmas Light Hunting is a favorite holiday tradition of many families during Christmastime. Some of our favorite light displays around North Georgia include Mountain Country Christmas in Lights at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, the Holiday Lights of Ellijay, and the lights at the Riverwalk Shops in the Copper Basin. And don’t forget to take a stroll through Downtown Blue Ridge to see our beautiful Christmas tree in the center of town and our biggest light set up yet! For more places to see Christmas lights on display check out our Christmas Lights Around the Mountains Blog: https://www.escapetoblueridge.com/blog/christmas-lights-around-the-mountains/
And did you know that we decorate our office with festive holiday lights? We’re all decked out with gold twinkly lights on our exterior! You can also come on inside and check out our Christmas tree! This is a great spot for photo-ops with the family. You can even pick up an activity packet for the kids while you’re here and keep the family fun going!
Christmas Card Photoshoot
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Holidays are a time to spend with your family and loved ones. Are you looking for that perfect Christmas card photo to show off to all your friends? We’ve got you covered! Let your Blue Ridge memories last a lifetime by hiring a professional photographer to come out and get some great family shots. Here are a few of our favorite local photographers: ZoLu Photography, A Day In The Life Photography, and Burns and Crowe Photography. Need more suggestions? Check out https://www.flytographer.com/ to pick your own local photographer! Pick your favorite spot in town or have the photographer come right to your cabin to capture some amazing family photos, perfect for your Christmas cards!
Holiday Meals
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Hire a Private Chef
Skip the holiday stress and hire a private chef to prepare your holiday meals! Local area professional chefs will come to your cabin, prepare an incredible meal suited to your tastes and dietary needs, and the best part is they clean up all the mess! We recommend you consider one of these amazing options: Chef Eatz, Trey Griffith, or Blue Duck Eats.
Eat Out or Enjoy Take Out from these Blue Ridge Restaurants
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There’s so much festive family fun you can have right at the cabin! Have a Christmas movie marathon cozy by the fire as you sip on hot cocoa and munch on delicious homemade cookies. Add in a little snow and you could have the perfect cozy day in the cabin; there’s nothing like a movie marathon when it’s chilly outside. But no matter the weather you can still enjoy the great outdoor amenities that your cabin has to offer! Wash your worries away with a dip in the hot tub. Grownups, sit back & relax in the tub with a glass of wine while the kids play cornhole nearby. Or gather the whole family around the firepit where you can share stories, roast s’mores, and create lasting memories under the night sky.
Ready for some family team building? See how well you and your family can work together and assemble your very own gingerbread house! Gather all your supplies: graham crackers, frosting, gumdrops, peppermints, and any other sweets your family desires and create your masterpiece! You and your family will have a blast putting it all together and working hard to make your dream candy coated home! And we can’t forget family game nights! Whether you challenge your loved ones to a game of pool, foosball, monopoly, cards, or challenge them to beat your high score on the arcade machine; everyone will have so much fun putting their devices down to spend some good quality time together.
Ring in the New Year with our friends at Old Toccoa Farm! The Tavern will be hosting a New Years Eve Celebration with a delicious New York inspired menu. There will also be live entertainment from the Ryan Davis Duo with music like the “old Rat Pack”. The event is $50 a person with seating beginning at 6:30pm. Please call 706-946-4653 or email Tavern@oldtf.com to reserve your spot.
Every family has many Christmas traditions that they enjoy preserving. For this writer, one of my family’s favorite things to do is to go drive around and see all the Christmas lights! However, when you’re not from around here, you wouldn’t even know where to begin to look for lights to enjoy. Well, we tried to make it easy for you and stalked as many of our friends pages to locate all the Christmas light displays that you HAVE to go check out!
Each community offers a brief directions, but click on the town name to access a Google map to help you find your way! If you’re a local reading this and know of other places we’re missing please drop a comment or send us a Facebook or Instagram message. Merry Christmas!
Escape to Blue Ridge offices – We are decked out for the season! Stop by and take a selfie with our Christmas Tree & pick up an activity packet for the kids and enjoy the lights by night!
“Glenda’s Christmas Light Show” – 92 Wren Drive in Blairsville
Hyde Family Lights – 136 Birch Cane Dr
Gwynn’s Christmas Light Show– Tune your radio to 91.9 and enjoy! Address is 121 Birch Cane Drive, Blairsville, GA 30512
Christmas on Hicks Gap – Enjoy over 17,000 lights and feel free to get out of the car and take a picture under the present arch next to the nutcracker soldiers.
Stonehenge Assisted Living – Hwy 129 North towards Murphy, about 7 miles north of Hwy 76/129 intersection. Note: Nativity Scene
Holiday Lights of Ellijay – Located at the Lions Club Fairgrounds, this walk-through light show promises to be the highlight of your Christmas season. Imagine wandering through thousands of twinkling lights while sipping hot cocoa and even meeting Santa Claus for a memorable photo opportunity. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday festivities
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds– Mountain Country Christmas in Lights every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday from November 23-December 9th. Open EVERY night from December 14th-23rd! (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). Here you will enjoy beautiful light displays and food ops along with food, music, arts & crafts, hot chocolate, marshmallow, a petting zoo and Santa. Admission is $8 per person and children 12 and under are FREE! On the main drag – Hwy 76 in Hiawassee.
Scataway Road – About 5 minutes past the Towns County School, see sign for Mount Zion Church on left and follow the red glow. Off of Hwy 76, 5 minutes east of town. See Santa on certain nights. As seen on the Great Christmas Light Fight!
The holidays are here and there’s so much holiday magic to experience in North Georgia! From tree lightings and Christmas parades, to holiday markets and New Year’s Eve parties, there’s so much fun to be had this month in the mountains!
The city of Young Harris kicks off the holiday season with their annual Christmas tree lighting in Mayor’s Park! At 6pm the tree will be lit, and there will also be carolers and visits with Santa. Admission is free.
The 11th Annual Blairsville Holiday Stop & Shop is the perfect place to pick up a special gift for the ones you love the most! There will be over 50 home-based business vendors there so you’ll have plenty of options to choose from!
Remember the true meaning of Christmas with a Nativity Drive Thru at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Blue Ridge! The event runs rain or shine Friday, December 1st- Saturday, December 2nd from 6:30pm-8pm.
Scrooge the Musical December 1st-December 10th Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
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We all know and love the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his visit from the ghost Christmas past, present, and future. But have you heard the famous tale portrayed through song? Well now you can at Scrooge the Musical put on by Blue Ridge Community Theater! Shows are Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. The show runs November 16th thru December 10th, call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets!
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Come admire Rita & Clive Poole’s beautiful art in the newly refreshed “Artist in Residence Gallery”. Their Wood Turning and Marquetry works will be on display September 23rd thru December 16th.
Holiday Show & Sale December 1st-December 16th Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
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Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association will have a variety of art and handcrafted items for sale, all created from their member artists. Find everything you need for the holiday season Tuesday-Sunday, now thru December 16th!
Come out for live music Friday nights at the Farmhouse Market at Crane Creek Vineyards. The vineyards will be open late Friday nights, with extended hours until 8pm. Grab a glass of wine, a charcuterie board, and a seat and enjoy! December 1st: Stone House Soup & Acoustics December 2nd: Bill Vespasian & Austin Coleman December 8th: Stone House Soup & Acoustics December 21st: Winter Solstice
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See the Christmas lights reflecting off the waters of Lake Chatuge at the Georgia Mountain Fair’s Mountain Country Christmas Lights! There will be Christmas music, arts and craft vendors, holiday food, hot chocolate, Cowtown exhibit, pictures with Santa, and beautiful lights around the grounds. The event runs every Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 6pm-9pm November 23rd thru December 9th and then nightly December 14th thru December 23rd.
Misty Mountain Hops is a music-centric restaurant and pub so it’s only fitting that they bring in live music. Stop by select Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm-9pm for great food and great live music from local artists! December 1st: Highbeams Band December 2nd: Paul Constantine December 9th: Mook & Mimi and Adrian Stover December 15th: Travis Bowlin December 16th: David Welch December 23rd: Greg Erwin
With delicious comfort foods, dozens of drink options including a beer garage with over 70 beers to choose from, and a large patio nested under 100-year-old trees; there’s no better place to spend an evening than at The Dogwood! And there’s always something going on; from trivia nights, live music, and open mic nights you’ll never be bored here! December 1st: Dawn Loves Nash December 7th: Open Mic Night December 14th: Trivia Night December 15th: Surrender Hill December 21st: Open Mic Night December 22nd: Adrian Stover December 28th: Trivia Night
For award winning wine, live music, and food truck Bear Claw Vineyards is the place for you! Join them every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for live music and food trucks. Kids and dogs are welcome too. The live music schedule for each weekend is shared on their website each Thursday so be sure to check back! December 1st: Aspen Lee December 2nd: Travis Bowlin December 3rd: The Shetlands December 8th: Megan Fowler Regan December 9th: Hunter Flanagan December 10th: Zachary Alexander December 15th: The Shetlands December 16th: Travis Bowlin December 17th: Ryan LittleEagle December 22nd: Hunter Flanagan December 23rd: Ryan LittleEagle December 24th: Brooksie Wells December 29th: Aspen Lee December 30th: Rob Grater & The Shetlands December 31st: David Welch
Blue Ridge on Ice December 1st-December 31st Location: Blue Ridge Farmers Market
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Have some family friendly winter fun with ice skating at the Farmer’s Market! This fun new outdoor ice skating rink is set up at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, next to the Swan Drive In, on select dates now through January 7th. For just $10 you can skate to your heart’s content! After your skate, warm up with hot cocoa and other sweet treats from the concessions stand.
St. Luke’s Anglican Church in Blue Ridge is hosting it’s annual Christmas Bazaar! There will be all kinds of hand-crafted goods available like hand painted barn quilts, pinecone wreathes, artisan jams & jellies, delicious casseroles and more! There will be silent auction as well. All proceeds assist families in the Blue Ridge community. The event runs from 9am-3pm.
Bring the whole family to Blairsville for a day of holiday fun! There will be a free breakfast with Santa, exciting reindeer games, festive crafts, train rides, writing letters to Santa, and caroling with the school choir! Come on down to the Union County Community Center from 8am-11am for this free, festive, family fun event!
Transport yourself to a quaint European town for Christmas at the Kris Kringle Mountain Market at the Union County Farmers Market in Blairsville! This European style Outdoor Holiday Market has over 75 vendors offering food, crafts, and produce. There will also be live music and a children’s play area!
This annual event in Copperhill & McCaysville provides a fun and celebratory atmosphere for family and friends! Occurring on the first Saturday in December each year, this parade features a myriad of floats and high school marching bands. Come and support the Blue Ridge Kiwanis Club! The parade begins at 2pm!
Come celebrate Christmas in Tennessee with the 5th annual Christmas celebration in Ducktown! There will be a cornhole tournament starting at 4pm as well as cookie decorating, music, free treats, visits with Santa, and more starting at 5pm! The tree lighting will begin at 6pm with a Christmas parade to follow at 6:30pm. Don’t miss out!
The Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting is back in Blairsville! There will also be carol singing, the tree lighting, and the nighttime parade at 6pm. Don’t miss out on the fun!
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Come on out to the Fairgrounds for a 2-hour holiday extravaganza! The Oak Ridge Boys will perform all your favorite Christmas songs along with some of their biggest hits, you won’t want to miss it! Tickets are $50+ handling and includes admission into the Mountain Country Christmas in Lights.
Young Harris College Choirs and Bands invite you to enjoy the sounds of the season at their Christmas Concert Saturday, December 2nd at 7pm and Sunday, December 3rd at 3pm. Tickets are free with a Young Harris College ID or for children 14 & under. Other guests can purchase tickets for $10 at the door.
Art Classes and Workshops December 2nd-December 16th Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
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Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association offers classes year-round for artists looking to expand their skill set. This month you can learn to express yourself through stained glass, painting, leather making and more! And check out more upcoming art classes at https://www.blueridgearts.net/adult-classes.html December 2nd: Let It Snow-Stained Glass December 3rd: Let It Snow-Stained Glass December 9th: Painted Holiday Pendants in Alcohol Inks December 16th: Leather Workshop
Sip on delicious wine surrounded by the North Georgia Mountains! Enjoy live music select Saturdays & Sundays from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Listen to the music of local artists while enjoying your wine outside either on the Chimney Patio or the Tasting Barn’s covered porch. Live music, good wine, and beautiful mountain scenery; it doesn’t get much better than that! December 2nd: Tim O’Donovan December 3rd: Travis Bowlin December 9th: Gregg Erwin December 10th: Rusted Melody December 16th: Andrew Katter December 17th: Adrian Stover December 23rd: Alyce & Marco December 26th: Ava Grace December 30th: Hank Break December 31st: Jon Kinsey
Come sip on wine by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at Chateau Meichtry. This beautiful winery located in Talking Rock, GA has both outdoor & indoor seating options, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the winery no matter the weather. On Saturdays & Sundays you can sip on your favorite glass of wine while you enjoy live music from local artists from 1:30pm-5:30pm. And there’s food trucks on the weekends as well! December 2nd: Loose Shoes Band & The Off Road Food Truck December 3rd: Dr. Paul & The Get Skewers Food Truck December 9th: Heartbreak Chasers & The Off Road Food Truck December 10th: Kristen Tinsley & The Lobster Dogs Food Truck December 16th: Maddie Lane & The Der Werst Meister Food Truck December 17th: Rowdy Yates & The Off Road Food Truck December 23rd: Surrender Hill & The Fry Baby Food Truck December 24th: Joy Hice & Jerry Sorn & The Fry Baby Food Truck December 26th: Surrender Hill & The Fry Baby Food Truck December 27th: Drew Ashworth & The Fry Baby Food Truck December 28th: Brett Cantrell & The Fry Baby Food Truck December 29th: Joy Hice & Jerry Sorn & The Smokehouse Food Truck December 30th: Halem Albright & The Sweet Cheeks Food Truck December 31st: Adrian Stover & The Fry Baby Food Truck
Enjoy a scenic drive through the North Georgia Mountains to admire some of the best decorated Christmas homes in the area with the Christmas Tour of Homes! Ticket holders will meet at the Fannin County Family Connection Community Room for holiday refreshments between 11am and 2pm. You will then receive your map and directions to start your tour. You may tour homes from 1pm-5pm. Tickets are $30 a person and all proceeds benefit Fannin County Family Connection to assist in the operation of the Food Pantry and other programming which supports a community of healthy and safe children and families.
Explore the beauty of North Georgia on a guided hiking tour with the Benton McKaye Trail Association. They offer 2-4 hikes a month varying in difficulty from easy, leisurely hikes to moderately difficult hikes. December 4th: Unicoi State Park December 15th: BMT. Dally Gap to Jack’s River December 18th: Rhododendron Trail
Line Dancing Class December 4th-December 18th Location: Tooney’s Music Venue
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to line dance? Well now’s your chance! Tooney’s now offers free, weekly line dancing classes Monday nights! The class is open to people of all ages and dance experience! Doors open at 6pm and classes start at 7pm. Come on down and show us what you can do!
Merry Grinchmas December 9th Location: Fannin County Public Library
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Bring the little ones in their best Whoville costumes to Fannin County Public Library on December 9th for their Merry Grinchmas event! There will be a reading of Dr. Suess’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and cookies & drinks for all attendees!
Holiday Open House December 9th Location: Paradise Hills Cabins Spa-Winery
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Come enjoy a festive day at Paradise Hills! There will be a cookie contest, a ugly sweater contest, live music from Hill Roberts, selfies with Buddy the Elf, and the opportunity to paint a wine glass for an additional $15. There’s no cover charge for entry and the fun starts at noon!
Festive fun is coming to the farm this holiday season, with visits from Santa and cookie decorating. From 11am-3pm you can snag some photos with the big man himself and decorate some Christmas cookies in the bakery.
Christmas Cantata December 9th Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
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Come on out to Mountain Country Christmas in Lights at the Fairgrounds on December 9th for a special worship experience! Macedonia Baptist Church Worship Choir will be leading a Christmas worship experience and concert at 7pm in the Anderson Music Hall.
Come celebrate the holidays at the beautiful Vogel State Park! Hayrides will take guests from the Visitor’s Center to the ball field where hot chocolate and hot cider will be offered starting at 4pm. At 5pm Santa arrives and caroling starts at 5:30pm! Then at 6pm the big event starts with the lighting of a 35-foot Blue Spruce tree. Bring with you a blanket or chair to watch the lighting of the tree as well as an unwrapped gift for a child up to the age of 12 (no toy guns, knives, or dangerous items). All the toys will be given out by the Union County Sheriff’s Department as part of the GIVE-A-GIFT toy drive.
Blairsville Dance Project presents ‘Not the Same Old Nutcracker’! This fun show combines the best elements of Tchaikovsky’s original Nutcracker and adds a fun modern twist. Kids and adults alike will love this unique show! Shows are 2pm and 6:30pm.
Enjoy a delicious Christmas day feast at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa! Enjoy Virginia Ham with Bourbon and Honey Glaze, Oven Roasted Turkey with Giblet Gravy and Butter Basted Striploin, House Smoked Salmon, Steamed Green Beans with Candied Cranberries, Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce, and so much more! The buffet will be offered anytime between 12pm-5pm. Adult pricing is $55.95, children ages 6-12 is $29.95 and children 5 and under are $10.95. Call 706-379-4617 for reservations.
Blackberry Smoke December 30th Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
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Blackberry Smoke are a group of talented, Georgia natives and will be back to perform in their home state on December 30th at 7pm in the Anderson Music Hall! This southern rock band is made up of vocalist/lead guitarist Charlie Starr, guitarist/vocalist Paul Jackson, bassist/vocalist Richard Turner, drummer Brit Turner, and keyboardist Brandon Still. Tickets range from $35, $45, & $55 + handling.
Celebrate the start of a new year at Paradise Hills! Your $85 ticket to the coolest private party in town includes live music by Chris Carpenter, heavy appetizers, a sparkling wine toast and holiday swag for every guest; wine & beer will also be available for purchase.
Dress to the nines and enjoy a formal celebration at Brasstown Valley’s 2023 New Years Eve Gala! This year’s event is a masquerade theme. The open bar starts at 7:30pm with a gourmet dinner buffet from 7:30pm-9:30pm. There will be music and dancing all evening long! *must be 21 years or older to attend.
Blue Ridge is home to numerous wonderful art galleries and shops; in fact we’ve earned a spot as one of Georgia’s Top 5 Art Towns! You’ll never run out of beautiful art to admire because these galleries are constantly changing their inventory. From stunning paintings from local artists to unique pottery and handmade quilts, there’s something for everyone. Browse our galleries and admire some beautiful art or bring a piece of Blue Ridge home with you so you can always remember your trip! We may be a small town but we’ve got plenty of artistic charm! Learn more about some of our favorite local art galleries below.
4 Elements Art Gallery and Custom Framing pays homage to the 4 elements of nature; earth, wind, water, and fire. The gallery features beautiful, nature-inspired artworks by George Charriez and other featured artists. Explore the gallery in person and browse online for special prints only available on their website. Additionally, 4 Elements Art offers custom framing services, making it the ideal destination to frame some of your favorite photos. Their frame shop is staffed with highly skilled artisans who ensure top-notch quality. Stop by and admire the beauty of nature through art.
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, otherwise known as the Art Center, always has something new and exciting on display! Each year the Art Center rotates through about 35 different exhibits, including a new Artist Residence every quarter. You’ll have no shortage of art to admire here throughout the year. And if you prefer your art to be a more hands-on experience, the Art Center hosts numerous workshops every month, with classes in leathermaking, pottery, and other artistic mediums of your choice. And we can’t forget to mention all the fun and creative events they host every year, with their most popular being the Arts in the Park festival that happens both in the spring and fall. Visit their website for the full lineup of exhibits and events: https://www.blueridgearts.net/
Venture over the state line to explore Fat Racoon Galleryin Copperhill, TN. All the art on display here is created from local artists who focus on a wide variety of different mediums such as photography, pottery, paintings, folk art, and more. This unique gallery is the only art house in the Copper Basin area, so it’s a real treat for all who step inside. And not only will you find various works of art throughout the gallery, but Fat Racoon Gallery also has children’s toys and books for sale, as well as local artisan goods.
Fishbone Gallery, is home to Betty Wassmer Ceramics! Each of her charming and unique pieces are created in her very own distinct and vibrant style, that cannot be mistaken for any other artist’s works. Some of her exclusive collections available at Fishbone Gallery include Flower Colors, Chickens & Roosters, Birds of a Feather, Day of the Dead, and more. If you’re a pottery enthusiast, Fishbone Gallery is the perfect place to find a one-of-a-kind piece!
Find your next home decor piece at High Country ArtGallery. This charming gallery showcases a splendid array of handcrafted art, including paintings, jewelry, pottery, and more, all skillfully crafted by local artists hailing from Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. High Country Art gallery has called Blue Ridge home for the last 27 years, and artist Sarah Long transformed it into the must-see Blue Ridge experience it is today. The gallery is open 7 days a week and has an ever changing lineup of art on display. What makes this gallery even more special is that many of the artists are open to crafting personalized pieces of art, allowing you to take home a truly unique and meaningful gift for your loved ones.
Are you a fan of the Netflix series Blown Away? If you are, then you’ll want to check out Multitudes Gallery, which features a stunning collection of hand-blown glass and art from over 75 nationally and internationally renowned artists. The beautiful glass art on display at Multitudes is created in a multitude of different ways. It is either blown, lampworked, flameworked, or fused to create the masterpiece you see before you. On top of glass art, you’ll also find jewelry, ceramic pottery, iron work, photography, woodworking and oil/acrylic/watercolor paintings, created by regional artists, on display. New items are brought in almost every week, so be sure to check in every time you come to Blue Ridge to admire the new & exciting works on display!
Head to Mineral Bluff to visit this one of a kind zoo! The Zoo Groovy Yard Arthas hundreds of uniquely crafted statues and figurines all crafted from materials like metal, aluminum, and wood. Kids and adults alike will love wandering through the rows and rows of whimsical hand-crafted creatures. The zoo is home to all sorts of animals like zebras, giraffes, goats, dogs, elephants and even a T-Rex! You have 7 acres to explore, each corner more fun & magical than the one before. Stop and have a quick chat with the owners who are incredibly passionate about bringing these fun & quirky little creatures to the North Georgia area. They’ll tell you a little bit about the artists who create these wood & metal creatures and when the next shipment of animals are expected to make their way to the zoo. Make sure to take home your very own animal or metal sign so you can remember your trip to the Groovy Zoo for years to come!
Fall will soon be coming to a close but that means the holidays are just around the corner! This month you can expect lots of live music and the last few Fall Festivals. Then later in the month look forward to holiday shopping at numerous different Christmas markets around North Georgia. And all the fun comes together at the end of the month with our special Light Up Blue Ridge event! We can’t wait to have so many of you escape with us for the upcoming holiday season!
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Come admire Rita & Clive Poole’s beautiful art in the newly refreshed “Artist in Residence Gallery”. Their Wood Turning and Marquetry works will be on display at the Art Center September 23rd thru December 16th.
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It’s time for the Art Center’s Annual Southern Appalachian Artist Guild (SAAG) National Juried Show! This great art event shows off a variety of national artists in a wide variety of mediums. These talented artists works are on display October 21st-November 11th.
Stop by Grumpy Old Men Brewing Thursdays to sing along to your favorite songs for karaoke night! And drop by select Fridays & Saturdays from 3pm-6pm for great drinks, great music, and a great time. With indoor and outdoor seating available you can even bring your dog to join in the fun! Enjoy delicious fare from the ever-changing food trucks, while you listen to some fantastic local artists! And on Monday nights come on out for SINGO and Thursday nights is Karaoke! November 2nd: Karaoke November 3rd: Tyler Dalton and food from Sweet Cheeks BBQ November 4th: Orange Walls November 9th: Karaoke November 10th: Trailer Hippies November 11th: Haroold Crowder November 16th: Karaoke November 18th: Saturday Karaoke and food from Sweet Cheeks BBQ November 20th: Food from Get Skewers- Brazilian Food Truck November 21st: Food from Get Skewers- Brazilian Food Truck November 22nd: Food from Get Skewers- Brazilian Food Truck November 24th: Toys for Tots- Black Friday Fundraiser November 25th: Tommy Joe Conner food from Get Skewers- Brazilian Food Truck November 30th: Karaoke
Disney’s Moana Jr. November 2nd-November 5th Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
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Come on out to Blue Ridge Community Theater to see the beloved Disney film Moana on stage from some of Blue Ridge’s most talented children! Shows are Thursday-Saturday at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm from October 20th-November 5th. Call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets!
For award winning wine, live music, and food truck Bear Claw Vineyards is the place for you! Join them every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for live music and food trucks. Kids and dogs are welcome too. The live music schedule for each weekend is shared on their website each Thursday so be sure to check back!
Art Classes and Workshops November 3rd-November 14th Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
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Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association offers classes year-round for artists looking to expand their skill set. This month you can learn to express yourself through watercolor, wood carving, sculpture, and more! And check out more upcoming art classes at https://www.blueridgearts.net/adult-classes.html November 3rd- 5th: Fall Landscapes in Watercolor w/ Suzy Deslauriers November 3rd: Animal and Ceramic Sculpture November 11th: Surface Design: Organic Movement with Micah Goguen November 14th: Wood Carving Workshop
Get tickets for this great event at Fannin Brewing Company and you’ll receive a limited edition Project Chimps glass, one drink, one chimp themed drink coaster, and one food ticket for a vegan snack. There will be a silent auction as well. All proceeds go towards Project Chimps! There’s no better excuse to drink than helping out some adorable chimps!
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The friends of the Union County Library will be hosting a Christmas sale! On November 3rd and 4th at the library, you’ll find lots of ornaments, stockings, garlands, wreaths, and everything Christmas! The event is free to attend and runs from 10am-4pm both days.
Come out for live music Friday nights at the Farmhouse Market at Crane Creek Vineyards. The vineyards will be open late Friday nights, with extended hours until 8pm. Grab a glass of wine, a charcuterie board, and a seat and enjoy! November 3rd: Aperitivo Fridays November 4th: Alyce & Marco and Heidi Holton November 10th: Aperitivo Fridays November 11th: Bill Vespasian November 17th: Aperitivo Fridays November 24th: Aperitivo Fridays
Misty Mountain Hops is a music-centric restaurant and pub so it’s only fitting that they bring in live music. Stop by select Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm-9pm for great food and great live music from local artists! November 3rd: Spencer Scott Smith November 4th: Dave Flowers November 10th: Gregg Erwin November 11th: DaisyChain November 18th: Canon Tyler November 25th: Adrian Stover
Visit the winery at the beautiful Paradise Hills hidden in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The tasting room offers Paradise Hills wine, a selection of craft beers, hard cider, and wine slushies as well as cheese and charcuterie boards, tapas, and shared platters. You can enjoy your drinks and snacks as you listen to local artists perform Fridays 4pm – 8pm & Saturdays from 1pm – 5pm. November 3rd: Scott Stambaugh November 4th: Dr. Paul November 10th: Mother Legacy November 11th: Chris Carpenter November 17th: Hill Roberts November 18th: Trailer Hippies November 24th: Mother Legacy November 25th: Forest Seales
Paw Palooza November 4th Location: Engelheim Vineyards
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Get ready for a pawsome day at Engelheim Vineyards at their first ever Paw Palooza event! This dog-centric event will bring dozens of families and dogs together for a fun filled afternoon! The event will benefit rescue facilities and local businesses.
Ashley McBryde November 4th Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
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She’s worked with some of the very best artists in all of country music and now she’s a talented star in her own right! Known for her hits like “A Little Dive Bar In Dahlonega,” “Livin’ Next to LeRoy,” and “Girl Goin’ Nowhere,” Ashley McBryde is ready to rock the night away at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on November 4th at 7pm! Tickets are $50+ handling.
Sip on delicious wine surrounded by the North Georgia Mountains! Enjoy live music select Saturdays & Sundays from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Listen to the music of local artists while enjoying your wine outside either on the Chimney Patio or the Tasting Barn’s covered porch. Live music, good wine, and beautiful mountain scenery; it doesn’t get much better than that! November 4th: Rusted Melody November 5th: Mason Parker November 11th: Gregg Erwin November 12th: Craig Hendricks November 18th: Jorge Valenzuela November 19th: Danielle McLean November 24th: Harold Crowder November 25th: Sip & Shop with Santa and live music from Alyce and Marco November 26th: Rick Stone
Vitner’s Tours November 4th-November 25th Location: Crane Creek Vineyards
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Learn all about the wine making process with this behind the scenes experience! Take a tour of the beautiful Crane Creek Vineyards and experience what goes into making a bottle of Crane Creek wine! You can take a Vitner Tour Saturdays at 2pm, March-November.
Enjoy this wonderful market every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm now till November (weather permitting) right in the heart of Downtown Blue Ridge! There will be all kinds of vendors offering food, artisan goods, arts & crafts, furniture, and more!
Holiday Bazaar November 4th-November 5th Location: Towns County Recreation Department
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Get your holiday shopping done early at the Holiday Bazaar in Young Harris! There will be over 75 vendors in attendance offering a wide variety of Christmas decorations, homemade crafts, art, gourmet food including holiday favorites, demonstrations, classes and more! Admission is $5 for adults Children 15 & under are free. Saturday the fun goes from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 11am-4pm.
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Fall is not over yet! Come on out to First Baptist Church of McCaysville/Copperhill on November 5th for a fun-filled Fall Festival! There will be live music, bounce houses, face painting, games, family photo opportunities, and much more! The event is free and runs from 2pm-6pm.
Line Dancing Class November 6th-November 27th Location: Tooney’s Music Venue
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to line dance? Well now’s your chance! Tooney’s now offers free, weekly line dancing classes Monday nights! The class is open to people of all ages and dance experience! Doors open at 6pm and classes start at 7pm. Come on down and show us what you can do!
Explore the beauty of North Georgia on a guided hiking tour with the Benton McKaye Trail Association. They offer 2-4 hikes a month varying in difficulty from easy, leisurely hikes to moderately difficult hikes. November 8th: Raven Cliff Falls November 10th: BMT-Three Forks to Hickory Flat November 20th: Boyd’s Gap to Old Copper Road to Thunder Road Campground November 24th: Amadahy Trail
Get ready for live music at Tooney’s HUGE music venue select Friday and Saturday nights and enjoy the best live music McCaysville has to offer! Check their website often for live music updates. And every Thursday night get ready to take to the stage with open mic night! November 10th: Josh Meloy November 11th: Nolan Taylor November 17th: Joshua Ray Walker
Come on out for this fun-filled event Veterans Day weekend! On Saturday from 11am-5pm there will be bluegrass music all day, a kids zone, horse rides, and 25+ vendors. And then on Sunday from 1pm-5pm there will be gospel music, food trucks, and more vendors! Admission is $5 a person and veterans & children under 12 are FREE!
Find unique gifts and holiday items at Christmas in the Mountains Marketplace at Union County Farmers Market! There will be over 90 craft vendors, food trucks, and local vendors in attendance; along with live Christmas music, a photo booth, fun interactive kids booths, and Santa himself! The event runs from 9am-4pm. $1 donated admission, children 12 & under free.
Calling all veterans! This event is for you! Join us for breakfast from 8am-10am at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Then enjoy the Annual Veterans Parade when it kicks off at 11am. It starts on the corner of East Main and Church Street and concludes in the Veterans Memorial Park. The parade will have the Fannin County High School band, members of the military, antique and emergency vehicles and representatives from several veterans organizations. And following the parade stay for a memorial service starting at 12pm.
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Country music stars Colt Ford & Creed Fisher are coming to the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds! You know Colt Ford from his hit songs like “Back,” and “Cold Beer,” and Creed Fisher from “The Way I Am,” and “Old School”. And now’s your chance to hear all these hits songs live on November 11th at 7pm! Tickets are $35+ handling.
Tour of Trees November 12th Location: Serenity in the Mountains
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One of Blue Ridge’s most magical traditions is back at Serenity in the Mountains, The Tour of Trees! Come see the spa all aglow from the lights of dozens of Christmas trees. Tickets are $20 person and proceeds help to raise money for the Fannin County Shop with a Cop program.
Scrooge the Musical November 16th-November 30th Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
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We all know and love the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his visits from the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future. But have you heard the famous tale portrayed through song? Well now you can at Scrooge the Musical put on by Blue Ridge Community Theater! Shows are Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. The show runs November 16th thru December 10th, call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets!
Head over to Blairsville for the day and enjoy more than 70+ local and regional artisans selling their wares. From soaps, quilts, furniture, décor, toys, and more, you can find something for everyone! The event runs from 10am-4pm.
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The 12th Annual WhoDunIt art event is a great opportunity to get your hands on amazing art from local artists at a great price! It’s your job to find out who the artist is that created your piece. There will be food, fun, and of course stunning works of art. Tickets are $50 a person and ensures you go home with a beautiful piece of art!
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Get your blood pumping with this festive 5k run/walk at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds! The course will be illuminated by festive lights and decorations as a part of the Fairgrounds Mountain Country Christmas in Lights event. And come dressed in your best holiday apparel for the chance to win the Holiday Attire Award! Proceeds of the race go towards the young people at Remnant Youth. The race kicks off at 5pm. Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Hiawassee/LightUptheNite5KFunRunWalk
Pick up Christmas gifts and goodies from local arts and crafts vendors at Mistletoe Market! And enjoy some coffee or a sweet treat from The Sugar Plum Café. Join in the fun Saturday from 9am-4pm and Sunday 10am-4pm.
Holiday Show & Sale November 18th- November 30th Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
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Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association will have a variety of art and handcrafted items for sale, all created from their member artists. Find everything you need for the holiday season Tuesday-Sunday, November 18th – November 30th!
Blue Ridge on Ice November 18th-November 27th Location: Blue Ridge Farmers Market
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Have some family friendly winter fun by ice skating at the Farmer’s Market! This fun outdoor ice skating rink is set up at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, next to the Swan Drive In, on select dates now through January 7th. For just $10 you can skate to your heart’s content! After your skate, warm up with hot cocoa and other sweet treats from the concessions stand.
Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving feast a day early at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa! Enjoy selections from the salad bar as well as delicious entrees like Broiled Chicken Breast with Roma Tomatoes, roasted turkey, Virginia ham, seafood, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and much more! The buffet will be offered anytime between 5pm-9pm. Adult pricing is $32.95, children ages 6-12 is $16.95 and children 5 and under are $9.95. Call 706-379-4617 for reservations.
Get your workout in Thanksgiving morning to prep you for all those carbs at holiday dinner! Come on out for the Blue Ridge Turkey Trot! Walkers & runners welcome! Registration begins at 7am and the race starts at 8am; and don’t worry you’ll have plenty of time to make it back for your Thanksgiving feast!
Come on out for the Thanksgiving Gobble Wobble– a family fun 5K race! The race starts at 8:30am, with the option to walk or run the race. Tickets are $20 and the first 50 there get a turkey hat! All the proceeds go towards “Beyond the Vineyard Program” to benefit youth programs in Union County.
The Oaks Lakeside Kitchen will be preparing a delicious Thanksgiving Buffet for The Ridges Resort. There will all kinds of delicious food options like; soups and salads, breads, cheeses, and charcuterie, roasted turkey, oven braised spiral ham, family style fixin’s, and pies & sweets for dessert. The buffet runs from 11am-3:30pm. Tickets are $52 for adults, children 6-12 are $24, and children under the age of 6 are $10. Call 706 896-4141 for reservations.
Join in the feast at Brother’s at Willow Ranch in Young Harris for their 15th Annual Thanksgiving Day Feast! There will be a pot roast, oven roasted turkey, rosemary roasted prime rib, honey baked ham, southern green beans, roasted cream corn, and much more! Adults are $49.99, children 5-12 are $22.99, and children 4 & below are free. Call 706-379-1272 to reserve your table today!
Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving feast at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa! Enjoy a salad bar, carving station, seafood bar, and more, with options like prime rib, oven roasted turkey, smoked Virginia ham, seafood, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and so much more! The buffet will be offered anytime between 12pm-7pm. Adult pricing is $62.95, children ages 6-12 is $29.95 and children 5 and under are $10.95. Call 706-379-4617 for reservations.
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See the Christmas lights reflecting off the waters of Lake Chatuge at the Georgia Mountain Fair’s Mountain Country Christmas Lights! There will be Christmas music, arts and craft vendors, holiday food, hot chocolate, Cowtown exhibit, pictures with Santa, and beautiful lights around the grounds. The event runs every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6pm-9pm, November 23rd thru December 9th and then nightly from 6pm-9pm, December 14th thru December 23rd.
Join in the festive fun as the town of McCaysville lights up their beautiful riverside town for the holidays! There will be shopping, dining, pictures with Santa, and holiday cheer all along the river. The fun starts at 5pm and with the tree lighting at 7pm!
On Friday Downtown Blue Ridge will have a special Blue Friday event where there will be store discounts, food vendors, strolling entertainment, and Christmas cheer! The Gingerbread Village will also open that afternoon at The Art Center. Then on Saturday the real fun begins! Santa will be in town ready to take photos with kids in the gazebo from 12pm-4:15pm. And downtown will be filled with food vendors, strolling Christmas entertainment, and even more Christmas cheer! Then at 5:30pm the Christmas Parade starts at the corner of East Main street and Church street. And the great tree will be lit right after the parade at 7pm! It’s going to be a wonderful weekend of holiday fun!
Get ready for a holiday craft show at Brasstown Valley Resort and Spa! All weekend long there will be shopping, dining, and drinks available along with beautifully decorated trees throughout. And we can’t forget Santa! Santa will be in attendance all three days! The event runs Friday thru Saturday, 10am-5pm and Sunday, 10am-4pm. Admission is free!
Get some holiday shopping done at this festive Indoor Craft Market at Amazing Grace Barn in Blairsville! There will be over 30 vendors in attendance selling arts, crafts, decorations, and gifts, along with all kinds of family fun activities, like a bounce house, kids crafts, food trucks, and storytelling. The market is open November 25th from 10am-4pm. Admission is FREE!
It’s spooky season in the mountains!! And there’s so many ‘spooktacular’ Halloween and Haunted events happening in the North Georgia area over the next few days. From trick or treating, haunting shows, Halloween parties and more, there’s no shortage of fa’boo’lous fun to be had!
*Cover Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge Business Association
Get into the spooky spirit with a Halloween double feature of the 1984 Ghostbusters movie (rated PG) and The Exorcist Believer (rated R) at the Swan Drive In on October 20th, 21st, and the 22nd. Gates open at 5:30pm for you to find your spot and grab some food. The Swan Drive In will be offering a special dinner of chicken tenders, pub burgers, hot dogs, foot long corn dogs, funnel cakes, fried oreos and much more! They will also have a fun fall display set up, perfect for photo ops. Share your photos from the night and tag Swan Drive In for the chance to win a Swan Drive In gift card and to be featured on the big screen! At 7:20pm Ghostbusters will start, there will be a brief intermission in between films, and then The Exorcist Believer will start at 9:10pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids 3-11, and children 2 & under are free! Come for both movies or just one, but you’ll get it all for one ‘fang’tastic low price!
Halloween frights await you on Staurolite Barn’s Haunted Hayride Tour! The hayride will take you through the darkest corners of the property where scares await. And for the younger ones there is Halloween movies with yummy snacks like apple cider, hot cocoa, and popcorn. Haunted Hayrides will take place every Saturday from 7pm to 10pm October 7th thru October 28th.
Come on out for this frightfully fun reader’s theater experience at the Dogwood! Tuesday nights October 10th-24th at 6:30pm you’ll get the chance to hear some of Poe’s most haunting works read aloud. Each night there will also be a costume contest, spooky cocktails, and frightfully good food. Tickets are $40 a person.
Learn more about the area with haunting tales and legends told by local storytellers for Haunts and Harvest at Blue Ridge Community Theater on October 24th. This haunting night of Appalachian ghost stories will benefit the University of North Georgia and the Sunny D’s Children’s Theater. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.
Did you know that Blue Ridge is haunted!? Well now’s your chance to learn all about it on the Haunted Blue Ridge Ghost Tour, coming Halloween weekend ONLY! The ghosts will meet guests in various haunted locations around town, where they’ll tell you their ghostly stories and tales. The tour starts at 7:45pm on October 27th and October 28th, and will take approximately 90 minutes. Tickets are $45 per person.
Who doesn’t love a good game of paintball? Pair it with Halloween costumes and fun prizes and it couldn’t be better! On October 28th & 29th Blue Ridge Paintball will be hosting a Halloween Bash. Play in this 1v1 tournament in style, as you dress to impress and kick some butt in this fun Halloween paintball tourney! There will be a costume contest along with cash prizes for the winner of the tournament! Entry is $25 per player. Who will be crowned the Zombie King at this year’s Halloween Bash!? Test your skills and fight to win it all!
Boat Dock Bar & Grillat Lake Blue Ridge Marina may be closing for the season, but they’re going out with a bang! Come on out October 28th for Boat Dock Bar & Grill’s Annual Bon Voyage Halloween Party. Wear your best costumes and drop by for some fun 11am-9pm!
Dress up and head to Project Chimps October 28th & 29th for “Chimp or Treat”. Not only will kids get a goodie bag full of treats but they’ll also get a close-up look of the chimpanzees in their habitat. Tickets are $10 per child under 15 and include a free adult ticket, additional adult tickets are $35. And tickets are available from 10:30am-1:30pm, actual tour time is dependent on check in time.
Come on out to Fannin County Highschool on October 29th at 3pm for a fun day of music! There will be great Halloween music from artists like Berlioz, Mussorgsky, Malcom Arnold, Danny Elfman, and Michael Jackson. Kids in costume are welcome and there will be treats for all!
Dress to impress at Misty Mountain Hops first annual Halloween Costume Party on October 29th! There will be a live DJ, light o’devours, raffle prizes, a cash bar, and more! Proceeds will benefit Toys for Tots. The fun kicks off at 5pm!
Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge United Methodist Church
Stop by Blue Ridge United Methodist Church on Halloween for Trunk or Treat fun! Kids will receive all kinds of candy and there will also be a fun hayride.
Join in the fun at Misty Mountain Hops for their special Halloween SINGO event! This musical bingo game involves listening to about 35 seconds of some of your favorite Halloween songs and flipping through your cards to find the correct song. Match the song with your bingo card and when you get 5 in a row, you win! Halloween SINGO kicks off at 6pm on October 31st!
Photo Courtesy of the Blue Ridge Business Association
More Halloween fun awaits the kiddos with trick treating in Downtown Blue Ridge on Halloween night! Not only will there be lots of candy but there will also be a costume contest and a pet costume contest for cats & dogs! The fun starts at 5pm!
Haunted Halls is back again this year at the Riverwalk Shops in the twin cities of McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN. The halls and shops will be all decked out with Halloween decor from October 25th thru the 31st. Families can enjoy taking in the fun decor and then grabbing a bite to eat at one of the Copper Basin’s delicious, riverside restaurants.
Bring the kiddos to enjoy some trick or treating in the Twin Cities from the local merchants! The event is FREE and open to all children. The Halloween fun starts at 5pm on October 28th!
The Waterfront Bar in Copperhill, TN is creepin’ real this spooky season with a fa’boo’lous Halloween Party on October 28th from 1pm-11pm! All day long there will be music, a delicious seasonal menu, fun prizes, giveaways, boo-zy potions, and even a special surprise! Don’t miss out on all the fun!
Come on out for a fun Halloween Dance Party at Copperhill Brewery in Ducktown, TN! Dance music from the 60’s to the early 2000’s will be playing all night long! Celebrity judges will begin judging at 7pm. And come dressed in costume for an awesome costume contest, with prizes for multiple different costume categories! The fun kicks off at 6pm on October 28th!
Celebrate Halloween with fellow adults at Tooneys Music Venue! This year’s fun-filled Halloween Party will include a costume contest and great live music. The party kicks off at 7pm on October 28th!
Enjoy a night of brews and Halloween fun on October 31st at Buck Bald Brewing in Copperhill, TN. Buck Bald Brewing will be playing Ozzy all night from 5pm-8pm! Not only will the music be ‘spooktacular’ but there will also be fun Halloween contests like a dog costume contest, a wolf howling contest, a bat eating contest, and so much more! Prizes will also be awarded to the contest champs. You won’t want to miss it!
Get ready to party at Paradise Hills adult costume party! Come dressed in your costumes and receive a free wine tasting. And bring in a carved pumpkin for the chance to win some awesome prizes. There will also be live music from Mountain Gypsy so you can “boo”gie it up on the dance floor! The fun kicks off October 28th at 1:30pm.
Photo Courtesy of the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Hiawassee has it’s own Halloween fun at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on October 31st from 5pm-9pm! Bring the kids in their best costumes and get lots of candy from local businesses!
Cozy up this fall with a nice warm beverage from one of our local coffee shops. A delicious latte or cappuccino is just the pick me up you need on those chilly fall mornings. And with fun and tasty fall flavors like pumpkin spice, hazelnut, apple, s’mores and cinnamon you’ll be in the fall spirit in no time! Check out some of our favorite local coffee shops below.
*Cover Photo Courtesy of Mountain Mama’s Coffee Lounge
You don’t have to go far to enjoy European delicacies and coffees, check out Das Kaffee Haus in Downtown Blue Ridge! Here you can indulge in a variety of traditional European coffee delights, like espressos and cappuccinos, crafted from their exclusive European blends. Not only do they have a wide selection of European coffees, but you can also enjoy some of your fall favorites like the S’mores Latte and the Maple Vanilla Latte. You can even take home a bag of their beans and brew your own coffee in the comfort of your cabin. We love waking up at the cabin with a fresh pot of coffee from Das Kaffee Haus and then heading to the porch to take in the beautiful mountain views. Or you can enjoy the coffee right in store or admire the fall scenery around town from their outdoor patio. While their main focus is specialty coffee, they also offer a limited assortment of delectable desserts, pastries, truffles, and bagels. Conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Blue Ridge you can quickly drop in, grab a cup of joe, and then continue your shopping adventure.
You’ll love Blue Ridge’s newest coffee shop, Mountain Mama’s Coffee Lounge! This trendy coffee house and lounge is located next to the Blue Ridge Inn and they are partnered with our friends from Folk Collaborative. As you step through the doors you’ll immediately notice the warm & cozy atmosphere, with an adorable sitting area with books to read while you sip on your coffee, a large fireplace in the back, and a beautiful mountain mural on one of the store walls. Once you’ve taken it all in step up to the counter and order your coffee, and be sure to pair it with a tasty treat like one of their homemade bagels. This fall some of their amazing, specialty drinks are The Leaf Watcher, which includes espresso, apple, and hazelnut and the Pumpkin’ Pie, which includes espresso, snickerdoodle, and pumpkin. They even have a fun Halloween beverage, The Spooky One, which includes espresso and activated charcoal. Not looking for a caffeine boost? No problem, Mountain Mama’s also offers hot teas and mushroom steamers. Make sure to drop by Mountain Mama’s this fall for a good drink and a relaxing time!
Not far from Blue Ridge, in the charming town of Ellijay, sits Ellijay Coffeehouse. Located just off Mainstreet, you can get some shopping done downtown and then stop in for a nice cup of joe. Enjoy a wide variety of coffee drinks from lattes and mochas, to cappuccinos and americanos, to drip and French press; there’s something for everyone here. They also offer a selection of teas, smoothies, and Italian sodas. Pair your warm beverage with a delicious pastry or panini for lunch, and unwind for awhile. And before you go you HAVE to try one of their amazing donuts, yum! Ellijay Coffeehouse’s doors are open every day from 7am to 5pm.
Head to the state line and enjoy your cup of coffee in two states at once! Yellow Bird Coffee Shop, sits on the state line between the twin cities of McCaysville, GA and Copperhill TN, alongside the peaceful Ocoee River. This charming coffee shop offers a wide range of classic coffee options, including cappuccinos, mochas, lattes, drip coffee, and more. And during the fall you can enjoy pumpkin spice lattes, apple cider, and hot cocoa as well. Don’t forget to pair your coffee with a sweet treat like a muffin, donut, or yogurt. And if you’re in a hurry Yellowbird Coffee Shop even has a drive thru window to get you in and out quickly.
Venture across the state line to Ocoee Coffee Joint, located inside the Ocoee Botanicalsbrick-and-mortar shop in Ocoee TN. The Ocoee Coffee Joint partners with the Mahalo Coffee Roasters to create delicious coffee drinks and exceptional bean varieties. This water sports themed coffee bar pays homage to the variety of water activities, like kayaking and whitewater rafting, that you can enjoy on the famous Ocoee River nearby. When you stop in for a cup of a joe you’ll find all your standard coffee drinks like lattes, cold brews, and espressos and a wide variety of house made syrups that can elevate your coffee to the next level! They also offer teas, energy drinks, mocktails, and liquid IVs to hydrate you for your next whitewater adventure! Before you hit the rapids, make sure to head to the Ocoee Coffee Joint for all the caffeine and energy you need for your busy day on the Ocoee!
October is here and that means chilly afternoons at the winery, beautiful mountain views covered in colorful fall leaves, and lots of amazing Fall Festivals. Learn what this busy month has in store for you:
The Game’s Afoot October 1st Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
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The play follows Broadway’s Sherlock Holmes actor ‘William Gillette’ and his costars celebrating Christmas together in his Connecticut Castle. But one of his guests is unfortunately stabbed to death and the Christmas fun quickly comes to an end as things turn dangerous. What will happen to William and the rest of his guests? Find out in Blue Ridge Community Theater’s production of ‘The Game’s Afoot happening Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. The show runs September 14th thru October 1st, call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets!
Live like you’re in Germany for the day at Helen’s Annual Oktoberfest taking place nightly September 28th thru October 29th in the Festhalle. Helen is known for their German style architecture so there’s no better place to celebrate! AND they’ve been hosting this great event for the past 53 years, making it the longest running Oktoberfest in the United States! On top of beer there will be live music, food, and plenty of fun happening nightly in the Festhalle. Tickets are $10 a person Mon-Thurs and $12 a person Friday-Sunday.
There will be more German fun at the Waterfront Bar’s 3rd Annual Oktoberfurst Celebration! There will authentic German foods & beers, polka music, a costume contest, door prizes and much more! It’s going to a blast!
Plein Air Exhibit October 1st-October 15th Location: The Blue Ridge Art Center
Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
After the 2023 Plein Air International Paint Out you can come out to the Art Center to admire the artists beautiful creations. The works will be on display and available for purchase from September 12th-October 15th. You can also expect to see them at the upcoming Fall Arts in the Park festival.
Copptoberfest October 1st-October 3rd Location: Buck Bald Brewing
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Why not celebrate Oktoberfest in Copperhill at Buck Bald Brewing! From now until October 3rd they will have delicious beer, pretzels, and all kinds of fun on their large outdoor patio. And if you get the Copptoberfest Stein for $20 your first fill will be FREE and each additional pour will include 3oz of beer more than a regular glass. So what are you waiting for!? Put those lederhosens on and come on down!
For award winning wine, live music, and food truck Bear Claw Vineyards is the place for you! Join them every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for live music and food trucks. Kids and dogs are welcome too. The live music schedule for each weekend is shared on their website each Thursday so be sure to check back! October 1st: Gregg Erwin October 7th & 8th: The 2nd Annual Travis Bowlin’s Cigar Box Guitar Party & Hand Crafted Artisans Festival
U-Pick Apples October 1st-October 30th Location: Deep Roots Orchard
Photo Courtesy of the Folk Collaborative
It’s apple season! Pick your own fresh apples right off the tree at Deep Roots Orchard. Picking is Wednesdays-Sundays from 10am-5:30pm and there will be tractor rides as well!
Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
Come admire Rita & Clive Poole’s beautiful art in the newly refreshed “Artist in Residence Gallery”. Their Wood Turning and Marquetry works will be on display at the Art Center September 23rd thru December 16th with an opening reception on October 21st from 5pm-7pm.
Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association offers classes year-round for artists looking to expand their skill set. This month you can learn to express yourself through stained glass, watercolor, leather making, and more! And check out more upcoming art classes at https://www.blueridgearts.net/adult-classes.html October 1st: Autumn Leaves in Stained Glass October 5th: American Sign Language II October 7th: Painting Autumn Trees in Watercolor October 28th: Leather Workshop
U-Pick Apples October 1st-October 29th Location: Mercier Orchards
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We all love Mercier Orchards and we’re so glad that it’s finally apple season again! Come on out to pick your own apples on the weekends and enjoy some family fun tractor rides! Check their U-pick schedule here for all the details and fruit availability: https://mercier-orchards.com/u-pick/
Sip on delicious wine surrounded by the North Georgia Mountains! Enjoy live music select Saturdays & Sundays from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Listen to the music of local artists while enjoying your wine outside either on the Chimney Patio or the Tasting Barn’s covered porch. Live music, good wine, and beautiful mountain scenery; it doesn’t get much better than that! October 1st: Adrian Stover October 7th: Johnny Summers October 8th: Gregg Erwin October 14th: The Georgia Back Porch Band October 15th: RustedMelody October 21st: Brett Cantrell October 22nd: Lindsay Beth Harper October 28th: Ryan LittleEagle October 29th: Hush Money
Come sip on wine by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at Chateau Meichtry. This beautiful winery located in Talking Rock, GA has both outdoor & indoor seating options, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the winery no matter the weather. On Saturdays & Sundays you can sip on your favorite glass of wine while you enjoy live music from local artists from 1:30pm-5:30pm. And there’s food trucks on the weekends as well! October 1st: Doug Easterly & The Get Skewers Food Truck October 7th: Matty Croxton & The Off Road Food Truck October 8th: Surrender Hill & The Fry Baby Food Truck October 14th: Maddie Lane & The Shack Food Truck October 15th: Halem Albright & The Fry Baby Food Truck October 21st: Anna Shinholster & The Get Skewers Food Truck October 22nd: Drew Ashworth & The Off Road Food Truck October 28th: Adrian Stover & The Smokehouse Food Truck October 29th: Barefoot Boone & The Off Road Food Truck
Join in the fall festivities now thru October 31st! Your $18 entry fee includes all kinds of fun activities like; cow milking, wagon rides, cow train, new Jump Pad and Ball Zone, Live entertainment, pedal karts, big and little kid trike tracks, petting farm, apple tree maze, mini-golf, moonshine and apple museums, big slides and playgrounds, Fall photo spots, swimming pig races and duck races! PLUS there will be all kinds of great foods and of course apple ciders & slushies! The Apple Picking Jubilee is sure to be a blast for the whole family!
Line Dancing Class October 2nd-October 30th Location: Tooney’s Music Venue
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to line dance? Well now’s your chance! Tooney’s now offers free, weekly line dancing classes Monday nights! The class is open to people of all ages and dance experience! Doors open at 6pm and classes start at 7pm. Come on down and show us what you can do!
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Head to the beautiful Hamilton Gardens in Hiawassee GA Thursday nights for their Acoustic Sunsets Concert Series. The event takes place every Thursday night through October 5th from 6pm-9pm and will include food trucks and live music. Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets and come on out for an evening of fun!
Experience all 37 of William Shakespeare’s famous place in just 97 minutes in Blue Ridge Community Theater’s production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged). This show breaks the fourth wall and regularly involves audience participation so be prepared to be a part of the action! Shows are Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. The show runs October 5th-15th, call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets!
Photo Courtesy of the Benton McKaye Trail Association
Explore the beauty of North Georgia on a guided hiking tour with the Benton McKaye Trail Association. They offer 2-4 hikes a month varying in difficulty from easy, leisurely hikes to moderately difficult hikes. October 6th: Shady Falls Trailhead to Lake Blue Ridge and back October 16th: Hike to Buck Bald and return October 20th: BMT Highway 515 to Weaver Creek and return
Photo Courtesy of the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
In Hiawassee, GA you can join in all the fun at their week-long Georgia Mountain Fall Festival! There will carnival rides, craft vendors, delicious food, musical performances, educational demonstrations, and so much more! You won’t want to miss out on the fun, happening daily October 6th-14th! Admission is $6 to the carnival, $16 for carnival & concerts, and children 12 & under are free!
Come on out to Fannin Brewery to support Habitat for Humanity and enjoy some good food & beer! Tickets are $30 and will include a souvenir glass, one beer, and your choice of burger. Sides will be provided by The General Ledger and there will also be a raffle and Habitat items for sale.
Visit the winery at the beautiful Paradise Hills hidden in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The tasting room offers Paradise Hills wine, a selection of craft beers, hard cider, and wine slushies as well as cheese and charcuterie boards, tapas, and shared platters. You can enjoy your drinks and snacks as you listen to local artists perform Fridays 4pm – 8pm & Saturdays from 1pm – 5pm. October 6th: Gerry Herndon October 7th: Dr. Paul October 13th: Hill Roberts October 14th: Chris Carpenter October 20th: Zach Alexander October 21st: Rusted Melody October 27th: Mother Legacy October 28th: Curtis Jones
Get ready for live music at Tooney’s HUGE music venue select Friday and Saturday nights and enjoy the best live music McCaysville has to offer! Check their website often for live music updates. And every Thursday night get ready to take to the stage with open mic night! October 6th: Hunter Root October 21st: The Cadillac Three October 27th: The Steelwoods
Misty Mountain Hops is a music-centric restaurant and pub so it’s only fitting that they bring in live music. Stop by select Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm-9pm for great food and great live music from local artists! October 6th: Paul Constantine October 7th: Rob Grater October 8th: 1st Annual Sunday Funday Tasting Party October 13th: Frankie Sparks October 14th: Daisy Chain October 16th: Open Mic Night October 20th: Travis Bowlin October 21st: Cannon Tyler October 27th: Greg Erwin October 28th: Adrian Stover October 29th: Halloween Costume Party
Come out for live music Friday nights at the Farmhouse Market at Crane Creek Vineyards. The vineyards will be open late Friday nights, with extended hours until 8pm. Grab a glass of wine, a charcuterie board, and a seat and enjoy! October 6th: Teddy Baker October 7th: Wyatt Espalin October 13th: Jane Kramer October 14th: Austin Coleman October 20th: Wyatt Espalin October 21st: Struck by Lighting
This wonderful fall festival at the Old Epworth School takes place on October 7th and will be filled with craft vendors, good food, outdoor activities, and more. The event will raise funds for the Appalachian Mountain Regional Campus Council, which helps to maintain the grounds of the Epworth school campus and gives thousands of dollars for college scholarships every year. Entry is free but donations are welcome!
Fishermen! Come on out to Cohutta Fishing Company’s Fly Fishing Film Tour at the Farmers Market in Blue Ridge. There will be food trucks, live music, free casting lessons, a friendly casting competition, and the filming at 6:30pm. Purchase tickets at the shop for $25.
Sample some delicious mountain bbq and vote on your favorites! There will plenty of food including, ribs, chicken, brisket, and pulled pork along with sides and desserts. The event runs at the Union County Farmer’s Market from 3pm-7pm.
Take a quick drive to Cherry Log, GA for their fall festival, happening the first 2 weekends of October! There will be arts and crafts, homemade goods and treats, bluegrass, country, and gospel music and of course lots of fall fun in Downtown Cherry Log!
Jasper, Georgia is celebrating it’s 41st Annual Georgia Marble Festival! Join in the fun October 7th & 8th where there will be live music, a fine art gallery, live demonstrations of marble & granite sculpting, delicious food, arts & crafts, and so much more! The fun runs at Lee Newton Park on Saturday from 10am-6pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm.
Come on out to Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery the first weekend an October for live music, food, wine, and fun! Bring along a new and unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots as your entry fee! Visit Bear Claw Vineyards on Saturday from 12pm-9pm and Sunday from 12pm-6pm.
Come on out for the annual Indian Summer Festival at Georgia’s smallest public school. There will be vendors selling pottery, quilts, jewelry, homemade goods, leather crafts, furniture and so much more! And there will be great food options like BBQ, hot dogs, hamburgers, funnel cake, and cotton candy. It’s sure to be a great event of family fun!
Catch zooming cars at Sugar Creek Raceway in Blue Ridge, Georgia all summer long! Don’t miss a second of the action at this amazing off-road racetrack! Gates open at 5pm and hot laps start at 7pm. October 7th: Strictly Stocks Championship Night October 21st: First Annual Apple Fest Finale! Southern All-Star Super Late Model Series
Enjoy this wonderful market every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm now till November (weather permitting) right in the heart of Downtown Blue Ridge! There will be all kinds of vendors offering food, artisan goods, arts & crafts, furniture, and more!
Haunted Hayrides October 7th-October 28th Location: Staurolite Barn
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Halloween frights await you on Staurolite Barn’s Haunted Hayride Tour! The hayride will take you through the darkest corners of the property where scares await. And for the younger ones there is Halloween movies with yummy snacks like apple cider, hot cocoa, and popcorn. Haunted Hayrides will take place every Saturday from 7pm to 10pm October 7th thru October 28th.
Come on out for this frightfully fun reader’s theater experience at the Dogwood! Tuesday nights October 10th-24th at 6:30pm you’ll get the chance to hear some of Poe’s most haunting works read aloud. Each night there will also be a costume contest, spooky cocktails, and frightfully good food. Tickets are $40 a person.
Get moving the second Thursday of every month with the Stateline Stroll! Walk, jog, or run around the block and cross the state line on this casual stroll. Start whenever and end whenever; and when you’re finished enjoy a drink at Burra Burra or Twisted Tomato and listen to some live music at Tooney’s!
Fall Arts in the Park October 14th-October 15th Location: Downtown Blue Ridge and Veterans Memorial Park
Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
Calling all art lovers! The popular Arts in the Park event is back this fall! Beautiful art, great live musical performances, and delicious food. Plus you’ll get a chance to admire the stunning and colorful fall trees that surround the park! The event takes place October 14th & 15th at Downtown Blue Ridge and continues into Veterans Memorial Park. Admission is $5 a person and children get in free!
Georgia Apple Festival October 14th-October 22nd Location: Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds
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You can’t have fall without apples so head over to Ellijay, GA for The Georgia Apple Festival! With over 250 vendors, an antique car show, a parade, and so much more it’s sure to be a blast! Visit Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds on weekends October 14th-October 22nd to have an “apple”achian good time!
Photo Courtesy of the Blairsville Sorghum Festival
The Sorghum Festival is one of the longest-running festivals in North Georgia. The event kicks off with a parade and then there will be crafters, cloggers, bluegrass music and more! Visit Meeks Park in Blairsville, GA Saturdays & Sundays October 14th-October 22nd to take part!
Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge Mountain Marching Festival
If you love the sounds of a marching band this is the event for you! Over 2,000 marching band members are expected to participate so the Fannin County football field will be filled with the sounds of music! The bands will range in size from 40 members to 150+ members.
Get to square dancing just like the olden days at Union County Ag Barn for the Blairsville Square Dance! Experts and newbies are welcome to come out and dance! And for those who are new to this don’t worry, a caller will lead you in all the steps. Put your dancing boots on and dance the night away from 8pm-11pm.
Photo Courtesy of Blue Ridge Mountains Parade of Homes
See some of the most spectacular homes in North Georgia showcased at this great event! Ticket purchases benefit the area’s local youth through the Parade of Homes Scholarship Foundation. Check out these incredible homes and get an idea for your dream mountain home October 20th thru October 22nd – 10am-5pm.
Disney’s Moana Jr. October 20th-October 29th Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
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Come on out to Blue Ridge Community Theater to see the beloved Disney film Moana on stage from some of Blue Ridge’s most talented children! Shows are Thursday-Saturday at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm from October 20th-October 29th. Call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets!
Ever wonder how far you can chuck a pumpkin? Well now’s your chance to find out at Pumkin Chunkin at on the Fannin Middle School Football Field. Set up starts at 8am with the competition kicking off at 9am. Not interested in competing? Not to worry spectator admission is free and we know this will be an entertaining event to watch!
Paws in the Park October 21st Location: Downtown Blue Ridge Park
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Bring your furry friend to the park for a fun filled day! Local Animal Rescue Groups come together to create awareness about the needs & concerns of the homeless & abandoned animals. There will be a parade of animals starting at the corner of East Main and Church Street at 10am along with a costume contest, pet photos, blessing of the animals, an Ultimate Air Dog Dock Diving contest, and much more! It’s going to be a ‘pawsome’ day!
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Craft brew lovers will flock to Hiawassee, GA for the Appalachian Brew, Stew, and Que Festival at Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. If the name didn’t give it away there’ll be 63+ breweries, delicious food, a beer garden and awesome Appalachian Music all happening on October 21st!
Scotty McCreery October 21st Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
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He rose to fame from American Idol and now he is one of country music’s biggest stars! Don’t miss Scotty McCreery at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on October 21st at 7pm! Tickets are $47+ handling.
This will be the “wurst” festival you ever attend, wink wink! Your $25 entry fee will get you a custom pint glass, one free beer and the best wurst sausage you have ever had. All proceeds benefit Georgia Forest Watch. Come on out to Fannin Brewing Company from 1pm-7pm on October 21st!
Winery Comedy Night October 21st Location: Paradise Hills, Cabins-Spa-Winery
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Get ready for a night of laughs at the Winery Comedy Tour! Live professional stand-up comics will make you laugh all night long! Grab a glass of wine or a beer and let the laughter flow! Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm!
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It’s time for the Art Center’s Annual Southern Appalachian Artist Guild (SAAG) National Juried Show! This great art event shows off a variety of national artists in a wide variety of mediums. These talented artists works are on display October 21st-November 11th with an opening reception October 21st from 5pm-7pm.
Harvest Sale of Blue Ridge October 21st-October 29th Location: Fannin County Schools Agriculture Facility
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Get a head start on your Christmas shopping and come shop hand made items from local craftsmen and artisans. Sale hours are 9am-5pm Saturday, October 21st & October 28th and 10am-5pm Sunday, October 22nd & October 29th.
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Pay a visit to Talking Rock, GA for the 2023 Heritage Days Festival. Arts & crafts, antiques, live music, great food, and interesting demonstrations await you October 21st-October 22nd.
Gold Rush Day Festival October 21st-October 22nd Location: Dahlongea-Lumpkin Chamber of Commerce
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Celebrate Dahlonega’s 1828 discovery of gold at Gold Rush Days Festival, October 21st and October 22nd at Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce. Take in the 300+ food and art vendors that will be selling their wares all weekend long! This HUGE event is expected to have a crowd of over 200,000 over the weekend and has been voted as one of the Top 20 Events in the southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society.
Learn more about the area with haunting tales and legends told by local storytellers for Haunts and Harvest at Blue Ridge Community Theater. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.
The Mountain Moonshine Festival & Car Show is back at the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame in Dawsonville for the 56th year in a row! This huge event has hundreds of vintage cars, live music, great food & drinks, a Moonshine Run, and over 300+ vendors! You can even meet legendary race car drivers! Don’t miss out on one of the largest car shows in the Eastern US October 27th-29th.
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Run 3.1 miles through 2 states! The 5K takes place in the beautiful twin cities of McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN. Food, drinks, and music will be ready for your enjoyment before and after the race. Come on out and get ready to RACE, costumes encouraged!
Come on down to Mineral Bluff for a FREE Fall Festival at Staurolite Barn on October 28th! There will be a chili and cornbread cookoff, pumpkins for sale, a fall photo booth area, and the big Florida vs. Georgia game on the TV! Come on down from 4pm-7pm for all the fun!
Bring the kiddos to enjoy some trick or treating in the Twin Cities from the local merchants! The event is FREE and open to all children. The Halloween fun starts at 5pm!
Wheel of Fortune October 28th Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
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See your favorite game live and in person at the Wheel of Fortune Live at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Guests will be randomly selected to go on stage where they will spin to win it all! Tickets are $47+ handling.
Enjoy some fall fun at the beautiful Vogel State Park for their Fall Festival on October 28th! This fun filled afternoon at the park includes craft vendors, food trucks, live music, hayrides, a cakewalk, a rubber duck race, ghost stories, and so much more! The fun goes from 10:30am-5pm.
Get ready to party at Paradise Hills adult costume party! Come dressed in your costumes and receive a free wine tasting! There will also be live music from Mountain Gypsy so you can “boo”gie it up on the dance floor!
Chimp or Treat October 28th- October 29th Location: Project Chimps
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Dress up and head to Project Chimps October 28th & 29th for “Chimp or Treat”. Not only will kids get a goodie bag full of treats but they’ll also get a close-up look of the chimpanzees in their habitat.
Barktober Fest October 29th Location: Grumpy Old Men Brewing
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Bring your pup to Grumpy Old Men Brewing on October 29th for their annual Barktober Fest! Have lots of fun with your furry friend and human friends as you enjoy Grumpy Old Men Brewing’s specialty beer for the event. Come on out to this FREE event from 12:30pm-6:00pm.
Come on out to Fannin County Highschool on October 29th at 3pm for a fun day of music! There will be great Halloween music from artists like Berlioz, Mussorgsky, Malcom Arnold, Danny Elfman, and Michael Jackson. Kids in costume are welcome and there will be treats for all!
Dress to impress at Misty Mountain Hops first annual Halloween Costume Party! There will be a live DJ, light o’devours, raffle prizes, a cash bar, and more! Proceeds will benefit Toys for Tots.
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Stop by Blue Ridge United Methodist Church on Halloween for Trunk or Treat fun! Kids will receive all kinds of candy and there will also be a fun hayride.
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More Halloween fun awaits the kiddos with trick treating in Downtown Blue Ridge on Halloween night! Not only will there be lots of candy but there will also be a costume contest and a pet costume contest for cats & dogs! The fun starts at 4pm!
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Hiawassee has it’s own Halloween fun at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on October 31st from 5pm-9pm! Bring the kids in their best costumes and get lots of candy from local businesses!
