All About Fall in North Georgia 2018

All About

FALL

2018

in North Georgia A guide to fall festivals and events throughout North Georgia.

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Grape Stomp Fest Paradise Hills, Blairsville 11 AM - 6 AM The 5th Annual Grape Stomp Fest is sure to be a smashing good time. Offering grape stomping at 2 & 4 p.m. Lunch included with ticket price. Live Music ALL DAY. www.paradisehillsga.com

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Folk Pottery Show & Sale Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia, Sautee Nacoochee 10 AM – 4 PM This annual show and sale will showcase Folk Pottery, Pottery, Arts, and Traditional Crafts. There will be music provided by local musicians and BBQ by Country Ribs.

706-878-3300 • www.snca.org

1-2 Mountain Heritage Festival Blairsville 10 AM – 5 PM Celebrate the history and mountain culture of Union County, GA on the grounds of the Historic Mountain Life Museum around the 1906 Butt-Mock home. There will be music on the porch, arts & crafts, food, as well as demonstrations of skills used by settlers. www.unioncountyhistory.org

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48th Annual Oktoberfest Helen Festhalle, Helen Weekends beginning September 6 and everyday in October until the 28th, Hours vary Beer, brats, bands and Lederhosen - the Helen Oktoberfest has them all. Join the longest running Oktoberfest in the United States, which runs from mid-September through October 28.

706-878-1908• www.helenchamber.com

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7-15 Chattahoochee Mountain Fair Fairgrounds in Clarkesville Hours Vary This Habersham County event includes: carnival, livestock judging, arts & crafts, various exhibits and demonstrations, and nightly entertainment.

Come enjoy The Miss Chattahoochee Pageant, Talent Contests, Arts, Crafts, Livestock Shows and Thrilling Rides all week! www.chattahoocheemountainfair.org

7-9 Dahlonega Trailfest Dahlonega Trail Fest, a project of Yahoola Outdoors, is for outdoor enthusiasts revolving around all aspects of non-motorized recreation: hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, biking, and more!

Featuring authors, speakers, workshops, music, food, vendors, and non-profit groups. www.dahlonegatrailfest.org

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Fall Fest at BabyLand General Hospital BabyLand General Hospital, Cleveland 9 AM – 5 PM Free ride, slide, DJs, dancing, prize drawings and more!

706-865-2171 • www.cabbagepatchkids.com

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Atlanta Dragon Boat Festival Lake Lanier Olympic Park The annual Atlanta Dragon Boat Festival is Georgia’s biggest Hong Kong cultural event of the year. Thousands of competitors and spectators join to cheer their favorite teams, witness cultural events and indulge in cuisine from around the world. www.dragonboatatlanta.com

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Snake Day Elachee Nature Science Center 10 AM to 3 PM This annual fall festival is a family-friendly favorite. Here you can touch a snake and be awestruck by reptile programs presented by regional experts and live animal demonstrations with native & exotic species. www.elachee.org ALL ABOUT FALL

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12-16 ICF Dragon Boat World

Championships Lake Lanier Olympic Park Explore the sport of dragon boat racing, which dates back more than 2,000 years The 2018 event is the first ICF World Championship in the Americas, and we are thrilled to invite the world to come and experience the excitement and grandeur of the ICF Dragon Boat World Championships. www.lanierdragonboat2018.com

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Crafts Festival Vogel State Park 10 AM Bluegrass & Gospel music will be heard throughout the park as well as crafters & demonstrators with handmade items for sale.

The Vogel Volunteers will have a food concession.

706-745-2628 • www.gastateparks.org/vogel

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Food, Wine & Art Festival Hardman Farm Historic Site, Sautee Nacoochee 10 AM – 5 PM Musicians will play on stage while festivalgoers taste delectable dishes made from Georgia products by Georgia chefs, sample Georgia’s finest wines and craft beers and shop the booths of Georgia artists selling all types of creations.

706-865-5356 • www.whitecountychamber.org

20-23 Atlanta Historic Races Road Atlanta, Braselton HSR returns to Road Atlanta with this action packed weekend featuring the WeatherTech Sprint Series and the BRM Chronographes Endurance Challenge! www.roadatlanta.com

21 Scarecrow Trail North Georgia Zoo and Farm, Cleveland September 21 – October 28 Fridays 11 - 4 PM, Sat & Sun 10 -5 PM Come see all the unique scarecrows! Pick your perfect pumpkin. Enjoy the Wool Jump, Wildlife Walk and much more! Included with your admission to the Zoo! www.northgeorgiazoo.com 8

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John Jarrard Foundation Concert Brenau University, Gainesville Gates Open 5 PM An annual event to raise money for charities local to North Georgia. www.johnjarrardfoundation.com

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Bicycles, Brews & BBQ Festival Downtown Commerce Start off with an awesome bike ride at State Street Bicycles and then make your way into the festival. Get ready to taste some delicious Beer and BBQ! 706-335-2954 • www.commercega.org

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Big Red Apple Festival Downtown Cornelia Saturday 10 AM - 4 PM We will have arts and crafts, kids’ zone, a classic car show, live entertainment, food vendors, tours in the Train Museum, hayrides to Chenocetah Tower, and more!

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Healthy Aging Expo Frances Meadows Aquatic Center, Gainesville Wednesday, 10 AM – 1PM Learn about Gainesville’s healthy aging resources. Join us for speakers, free classes, music, vendor booths, and more.

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Agrifest Country Market & Pottery Comes to Town Downtown Cleveland 9 AM – 3 PM Agrifest Country Market is a White County harvest celebration. Petting zoo, local crafts, live music, harvest-themed kids’ activities, Farmer’s Market and more!

Pottery Comes to Town features the best and most interesting potters.

706-865-5356 • whitecountychamber.org

29-30 Duluth Fall Festival Downtown Duluth Hours Vary Family friendly events that everyone will enjoy. Live music, crafts, events, food, carnival rides and games, races, silent auction and so much more! www.duluthfallfestival.org 10

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October 4-14 Cumming Country Fair & Festival Cumming Fairgrounds The Cumming Country Fair & Festival features 40 amusement rides and games.

The covered concert arena will feature free evening concerts with the price of admission.

North Georgia Petting Zoo & Pony Rides, and featured shows and entertainment.

770-781-3491 • www.cummingfair.net

5-28 Pumpkin Fest North Georgia Zoo, Cleveland Fridays 11 AM - 4 PM, Saturdays & Sundays 10 AM - 5 PM Join us for all kinds of fun filled activities.

This is a great time to experience a variety of activities such as Wool Jump, Pumpkin Patch, Scarecrow Trail, Pumpkin Painting & more!!

706-348-7279 • www.myfavoritezoo.com

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Foxfire Mountaineer Festival Rabun County Civic Center Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM A celebration of the rich heritage of the Southern Appalachian mountains, featuring traditional music, showcases and demonstrations of time-honored heritage skills and trades, and all manner of traditional games and puzzles for young and old alike. www.foxfirefund.org

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Fall Woodland Ramble Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Gainesville Enjoy the delightful autumn air of the woodlands and browse a selection of arts and crafts created by local artisans. atlantabg.org/visit/gainesville

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Corn Maze at Warbington Farms

Sometimes it’s fun to get lost. Sometimes a little “cornfusion” can be exciting. The corn maze at Warbington Farms provides a safe yet fun challenge for all visitors. Navigating the maze is a chance to challenge your critical thinking and map skills. Take the plunge during the day or for an added challenge, try the maze at night! The maze is not haunted but guaranteed to be a true test of your bravery.

Bring a flashlight or purchase glow sticks and flashlights from us. It is sure to be an a-MAZE-ing time!

Corn Maze is included in Fun Park admission ($12 per person PLUS tax)

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Georgia Marble Festival Newton Memorial Park, Jasper Arts, Crafts, Antiques, Music and Performance Stage, Art Gallery, Pie Eating Contest, Parade, Road Race, Quarry Tours, Pumpkin Patch, FREE Kids Area, Live Demonstrations, and an array of Festival Foods. georgiamarblefestival.com

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Indian Summer Festival Woody Gap School, Suches Saturday & Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM At the smallest public school in the country! Country Square Dance, BBQ Plates, Craft vendors, and more. www.suches.com/festivalinfo.htm

10-13 Petit Le Mans Road Atlanta, Braselton www.roadatlanta.com

12-14 Mule Camp Market Gainesville Square, Gainesville Fri & Sat 10 AM - 7 PM, Sun 12 PM - 5 PM A rich Appalachian festival at the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains. This festival showcases various mountain arts and crafts. The family can enjoy mule rides, live music, and great food, while the kids enjoy the petting zoo and other activities. gainesvillejaycees.org/about/projects/mule-camp

12-20 Georgia Mountain Fall Festival Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee Hours Vary 9 Days of Music, Arts & Crafts, Demonstrations, a flower show and the ever-popular Georgia’s Official State Fiddlers’ Convention. www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

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Lula Belton Historical Society Fall Festival Downtown Lula The festival will showcase the area’s accomplished potters and folks artists, as well as handcrafters, food and entertainment. Guests and children will paint this year’s town mural. www.lula.city

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GA RACING HALL OF FAME MOONSHINE FESTIVAL SCHEDULE Friday, October 26TH Saturday, October 27TH Sunday, October 28TH 10am - 5pm Each Day

Tours Available & Gift Shop Open During Hours Listed

We have OVER 1,000 DIE CAST CARS! Largest selection of 1:24’s & 1:64’s in Georgia!

BOOTLEGGERS SHED (Cash Bar) (Located inside GRHOF during festival weekend only) Fri & Sat beginning at 10 am & Sun beginning at 1pm

One Child Tour

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With one paid adult tour Expires 10/28/2018

GEORGIA RACING HALL OF FAME 415 Hwy. 53 East, Dawsonville, GA 30534 706-216-7223 / www.GeorgiaRacingHOF.com

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Fall Celebration at Hardman Farm Hardman Farm Historic Site, Sautee Nacoochee 10 AM – 4 PM Enjoy the feel of an old-fashioned country fair surrounded by the colors of the season.

Hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, traditional craft vendors, local authors and historians, and apple cider from a hand-cranked press.

706-878-1077 • gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

13-14 Georgia Apple Festival & October 20-21, Hours Vary Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds, Ellijay The 46th year of the Georgia Apple Festival. There are over 300 vendors with handmade, hand-crafted items, as well as many on-site demonstrations.

This year promises many new crafts as well as favorites from past festivals. Parade and antique car show. georgiaapplefestival.org

13-14 Sorghum Festival & October 20-21, Hours Vary Blairsville Arts, crafts, exhibits, food, music, activities, square dance, biscuit eating, pole climbing, log sawing, horseshoe pitching, rock throwing and, of course, sorghum mill grinding cane & cooking sorghum. www.blairsvillesorghumfestival.com

13-14 Arts in the Park Downtown City Park, Blue Ridge With over 170+ artists, exhibitors, and vendors booths, our visitors enjoy a variety of fine arts and fine crafts, demonstrations, food, and much more during the festival. www.blueridgearts.net

20-21 Gold Rush Days Dahlonega Sat 8 AM - 6 PM, Sun 9 AM - 6 PM Celebrate Dahlonega’s 1828 discovery of gold. Over 300 art and craft exhibitors and food vendors gather around the Public Square and Historic District in support of this annual event. dahlonegajaycees.com/gold-rush-days 18

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Fall Fun in the City of Cumming At the Cumming Fairgrounds (cummingfair.net): IPRA Championship Rodeo, Aug. 31 – Sept. 2 2018 Cumming Country Fair & Festival, Oct. 4-14 Forsyth County Public Safety Trunk or Treat, Oct. 20 Cumming Steam, Antique Tractor & Gas Expo, Nov. 9-10 National BBQ Cup: Que’n In Cumming, Nov. 16-17 Annual Buck Jones Toy Run, Nov. 18

At the Cumming Playhouse (playhousecumming.com): “Smoke on the Mountain,” Sept. 6-30 (Thurs – Sun) “Annie,” Oct. 19 – Nov. 11 (Thursdays – Sundays)

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26-28 Art-Oberfest Arts & Crafts Festival Helen Arts & Heritage Center, Helen 10 AM – 5 PM Annual Art-Oberfest Arts & Fine Crafts Festival is held on the property of Helen Arts & Heritage Center in downtown Helen.

The family friendly event includes artists and fine craftsmen from across Northeast Georgia along with mountain music, face painting, baked goods and more.

706-878-3933 • www.helenarts.org

26-28 Boo at the Zoo North Georgia Zoo and Farm, Cleveland Come dressed up and receive a FREE FEED CUP! Scavenger Hunt! Lots of Goodies & Prizes! Dig for Treasures! Check out our adorable “Dressed” up animals!

Learn about the creepy and crawlies! www.northgeorgiazoo.com

26-28 Mountain Moonshine Festival Dawsonville See the parade of moonshine & revenuer cars to kick off festivities at 9:00 Saturday morning. Many great vendors – something for everyone. Live entertainment. Car Show, Cruise-In and Swap Meet held at the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame Formerly known as “Thunder Road USA” Portion of proceeds benefit KARE for Kids, Inc. www.kareforkids.org

26-28 Braselton Antique &

Artisan Festival Braselton Fri 12 PM - 7 PM, Sat 9 AM - 6 PM, Sun 10 AM - 5 PM Antiques, Rustics, Primitives, Ironworks, Furniture, Pottery, Collectibles, Jewelry, Food Trucks, Home Decor, Textiles, Local Artwork & More 706-824-7204

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Harvest Balloon Festival Sterling on the Lake, Flowery Branch We have festival fun, pumpkin painting, music, food, and so much more throughout the weekend and we would love to see you there. All proceeds benefit two local and very worthy organizations: The Hall County Animal Shelter and Challenged Child & Friends. www.harvestballoonfestival.com

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SEPTEMBER 6 - 8 Dailey & Vincent LandFest in the Mountains www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com SEPTEMBER 20-23 Toyota Bassmasters Angler of the Year Tournament www.golakechatuge.com OCTOBER 12 – 20 Georgia Mountain Fall Festival www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com OCTOBER 27 Appalachian Brew, Stew & Que www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com NOVEMBER 3 Blacksmith & Fine Crafts Auction www.folkschool.org NOV. 22 – DEC. 31 Mountain Country Christmas in Lights www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com For more information on lodging, dining, shopping and other upcoming events, call the Towns County Chamber of Commerce at 800-984-1543 or visit www.golakechatuge.com.

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Saturday, Sept. 29th & Sunday, Sept. 30th

9am to 5pm - Downtown Ellijay, GA Juried Folk Art Show · Mountain Music · Story Telling Children’s Activities · Traditional Foods

Showcasing the first-born art of Southern Appalachia For more information, email dancinggoatsfolkfest@gmail.com or leave a message for Mona Lowe at 478.718.6596.

dancinggoatsfolkfest 39 River Street Ellijay, GA 30540 dancinggoatsfolkfest@gmail.com

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Fall Festival Vogel State Park, Blairsville Saturday, 12 PM Come out and celebrate fall in the North Georgia mountains. There will be hay rides, a cake walk, Trunk or treating and storytelling. $5 parking.

706-745-2628 • gastateparks.org

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Appalachian Brew, Stew and Que Festival Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee Saturday 11 AM - 7 PM 21 craft breweries from Georgia and North Carolina, plus a full day of Live Music!

Streaming the Florida vs. Georgia Game. www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

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Halloween at BabyLand General Hospital BabyLand General Hospital, Cleveland 10 AM – 4 PM All are invited to dress in costume for hourly prize drawings, candy treat bag and more!

706-865-2171 • www.cabbagepatchkids.com

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Trick-or-Treat on the Trail Midtown Greenway, Gainesville Saturday 3 PM Free event! Trick or treating, petting zoo, Bounce House, and Games. Tons of candy and lots of fun! gainesville.org

27-28 Harvest Festival Toccoa Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday 10 AM - 4 PM The festival features hundreds of craftsmen, performing dancers, music, an antique and classic car show. Children and youth activities include rides, face painting, rock climbing, moon walk, petting zoo, and more. A shuttle takes visitors to beautiful Toccoa Falls. www.mainstreettoccoa.com/harvest-festival 24

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Car Show - October 26th - 28th Festival - 27th and 28th Moonshine Run Parade of Authentic Moonshine and Race Cars Car Show • Swap Meet Arts • Crafts • Souvenirs Food • Live Entertainment KAREFORKIDS.ORG 706-216-5273 info@kareforkids.org

Fausett Farm Sunflowers 9874 Elliott Family Parkway FausettFarmsSunflowers.com 706-265-9661 Uncle Shucks Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch 4520 Highway 52 East UncleShucks.com 1-800-OSHUCKS

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Trick-or-Treat Downtown Dahlonega Wednesday 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Ghosts, goblins, witches, wizards and more will be wandering the streets of Downtown Dahlonega. This event provides a safe environment for parents to bring children trick or treating during daylight hours.

Intended for children ages 12 and under. dahlonega.org

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Trunk-or-Treat Rock Creek Park, Dawsonville Wednesday 4 PM - 7 PM The purpose of this event is to provide the children in the community with a safe place to trick-or-treat. We will designate a specific area in the park for the trunkor-treat and have it sectioned off so that vehicle traffic will not be permitted, providing a traffic-free area for the children.

Come out for an afternoon of fun for the whole family!! Admission is free and so are most of the activities; concessions/dinner will be available for purchase. dawsoncounty.org

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