Community Events

Take in a show at Downtown Dublin's revived Martin Movie House at Theatre Dublin! Boasting the largest retractable movie screen in Georgia, a custom built 40 foot screen and 15-speaker motion-driven digital surround sound system allows each of the 620 seats an experience of the highest quality visual and sound.

October brings spooky movies to the screen with Hocus Pocus on Halloween Night.

Ladies' Night Out means fun with the girls with Sweet Home Alabama on November 7th and Fried Green Tomatoes on November 21st.

All aboard the Polar Express on December 22nd and 23rd!

Visit the website for the full line up of movies!

Georgia Tech Football takes on North Carolina State at Hyundai Field at Bobby Dodd Stadium. For tickets, click on the link below.

Get ready to groove at the Retro Rewind Food Truck Roundup on Nov. 21, from 5-9 p.m. at Perkins Field, 105 Mulberry Street in Warner Robins! 

Join us for a rad night filled with more than 25 food trucks dishing out flavors that'll transport you straight to the '90s.

But the nostalgia doesn't stop there! Bring the little gamers to our Kids Zone for a blast of fun with games and activities. 

It's a throwback to the era of grunge, neon and boy bands – where great food and '90s vibes collide for a night of tubular family fun. So, dust off your flannel, break out the scrunchies and join us at Perkins Field for a totally '90s evening of food truck nostalgia! 

Come take a stroll through the world where differences are cherished and kindness flourishes, a world we’d all like to live in, a world envisioned and created by artists and friends Maxine Hess and Jeanne Hewell-Chambers--on exhibit at the Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum in Carrollton Sept. 26-Dec. 5.

Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

Calling all Adventure Cubs, ages 0-5, and their favorite grownups for a morning of exploration, learning and fun.

Embark on a new journey each month with a zoo educator as families get to learn and play together.

Each month, young explorers will learn about a new animal through a game, craft, story and singalong. At the end of the program, participants will visit the animal of the month’s habitat to make observations and draw connections to the lesson. You and your family will then receive a themed scavenger hunt to do in the zoo on your own. 

All topics and activities are designed for children ages 2-5, with opportunities for exploration for ages 0-2. During the winter months, this program will be held indoors.

2024 Dates:
November 2 & 21
December 7 & 19

Upcoming 2025 Dates:
January 4 & 16
February 1 & 20
March 1 & 20
April 5 & 17
May 3 & 15

TIME: 9:30-10:30 a.m. 

NON-MEMBER COST: $26 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)*  

MEMBER COST: $21 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)* 

*Program registration includes Zoo admission.

THEMES:
Each month, Adventure Cubs will explore a new region of the world to investigate the animals and environments there! The purpose of each program is to expose young children to the diversity of animals around the world and to draw connections to the ways we are similar and different. For each adventure, Adventure Cubs will engage in an activity, read a story and create a take-away memory. 

Join us on Thursday, Nov. 21, for a festive shopping event throughout downtown Woodstock.

Your favorite stores will offer special deals to help you find the perfect gifts, discover new merchants you'll love and find the best in seasonal fashions.

Each participating shop will have treats and beverages available at no added cost for Sip + Shoppers.

Tickets are only $10 per person and can be purchased online or in person from the Woodstock Visitors Center.

Be sure to pick up your swag bags filled with special promotions from the Visitors Center before you set off on your shopping spree!

Starting in November through Christmas Eve, grab a Santa Shuffle card from a participating business! Once you spend $100 downtown you are entered to win unbelievable prizes. Ask participating businesses for a card!

In recognition of the vital importance of increased visibility and diverse representation of LGBTQ+ communities and issues, particularly in our rural areas, the Steffen Thomas Museum of Art is honored to present Queer Perspectives, a juried exhibition in Fall 2024.

A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter!

This holiday season, discover the brand-new Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, lighting up festive winter nights in Callaway Christmas Village. Step out of your car and into a real-life Winter Wonderland of twinkling lights, oversized ornaments and a forest of perfectly decorated trees. Then climb aboard the Jolly Trolley for a dazzling journey along the classic seven-mile Fantasy In Lights drive-through experience, illuminated with 10 million twinkling lights and 17 dazzling Christmas scenes! Discover 2,500 acres of Christmas cheer with your family only during Fantasy in Lights presented by Georgia Power.

October – Thursday, Oct. 17, and Friday, Oct. 18

Bug Bonanza: Discover how important insects are to our world. Students will play bug-related games, discuss what makes an insect an insect and even meet some of our educational arthropod ambassadors.

Location: Virginia Hand Callaway Discovery Center

November – Thursday, Nov. 21, and Friday, Nov. 22

Tree Talk: Learn how to identify and appreciate the trees around you, and delight in the beautiful fall foliage. Students will learn the physiology of a growing tree and the importance of having trees on our planet. Students will also take a walk outside and will learn how to decipher the age of a tree and how to identify a few trees that are common to the Southeast. Project Learning Tree activities and instruction will be incorporated.

Location: Virginia Hand Callaway Discovery Center

December – Thursday, Dec. 19, and Friday, Dec. 20

Owl Pellet Palooza: Marvel at what’s on the menu for our nighttime predators during this hands-on dissection activity. Students become nature detectives as they work individually or in teams to identify the bones of owl prey items. If they’re lucky, they may be able to piece together a whole skeleton!

Having left the Army following World War II, Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) team up to become a top song-and-dance act. Davis plays matchmaker and introduces Wallace to a pair of beautiful sisters (Betty and Judy), who also have a song-and-dance act. When Betty and Judy travel to a Vermont lodge to perform a Christmas show, Wallace and Davis follow, only to find their former commander, Gen. Waverly, as the lodge owner. A series of romantic mix-ups ensue as the performers try to help the general.

Come early for a free organ pre-show on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ starting a half-hour before showtime. 

Movie begins: 7 p.m.
Movie Rating:  Not rated
Movie Length:  2 hours

The Madison Artists Guild & Gallery's 6th Annual Holiday Market is filled with one of a kind gifts ready to purchase for the holidays – wreaths, ornaments, pottery, jewelry, glass art, paintings and more.

The market will be open Oct. 18-Dec. 31, during regular MAGallery hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., with extended hours of 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Shop Sip ‘N Stroll Saturdays in November, during Madison’s Fifth Fridays (open until 7 p.m.), Holiday Tour of Homes and Candlelight Shopping (open until 7 p.m.).

With more than 30 artists providing a variety of handmade items, shoppers will find something for everyone this holiday season.

Come early to find the best selections.

IllumiNights: A Lantern Festival presented by Georgia Power
Luminary Sponsor Kaiser Permanente and Spark Sponsor SouthState Bank

Event Dates: Nov. 14-Jan. 19
5:30-9:30 p.m.

Experience the magic of Atlanta holiday lights!

Atlanta’s cherished holiday tradition is back, showcasing vistas of brilliantly illuminated wildlife and captivating sights that celebrate the wonders of nature. This year, we’re introducing new lanterns and experiences, transforming the Zoo into a nighttime wonderland.

Looking for things to do in Atlanta this holiday season? This holiday lights event is your answer. Whether you’re making memories with family, looking to impress on a date night or enjoying a night out with friends, your holidays glow in the splendors of nature. Enjoy a mile-long stroll of stunning contemplation of the wildlife of our planet, with lanterns around every corner of the Zoo this holiday season.

Warm up with hot cocoa (signature holiday spirits available for ages 21 and up!). Make merry with a marshmallow roast by the fire. And around every corner, find photo ops sure to sparkle on your social.

The lanterns are the wildlife at IllumiNights! Most of the real animals go indoors before dark. To enjoy our living wildlife, visit us during the day for a different experience.

Holiday Market and Guild Bake Sale

10 a.m.-6 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Great Hall

Kick off your holiday season with a day of unique shopping and entertainment. Find the perfect gifts from over a dozen local vendors. Enjoy lunch while listening to special guest speakers. Meet local authors, and don’t forget the popular Sacred Heart Guild Bake Sale. With new extended hours, the annual Sacred Heart Holiday Market is sure to get you into the holiday spirit!

Also, make sure to pre-order your boxed lunch and dinner casserole to pick up the day of the event.

Visit SacredHeartAugusta.org for more information.

This winter, the Byron L. Dobbs Exhibit Gallery is set to host a heartwarming temporary exhibit, A Century of Toys: 100 Years of Play, just in time for the holiday season. Curated by Chuck Douglas, the collection spans three generations of his family’s cherished toys, alongside contributions from other families and History Cherokee’s archives.

Expect to see a blend of modern-day favorites and beloved vintage treasures, ensuring there’s something to stir nostalgia in every visitor. From classic toys that defined childhoods to recent creations, this exhibition promises a captivating experience for children and adults alike.

Admission: Free for History Cherokee members, included with general admission for non-members

Location: Cherokee County History Center, 221 E. Marietta St. Canton, GA 30114

Dates: Nov. 13, 2024, through February 2025

Public Ice Skating

Experience the joy of gliding across the ice under twinkling lights at our fully-covered ice rink. Perfect for family outings, date nights or just a fun day with friends. No cold weather needed!

Open Nov. 14 till Jan. 18, 2025. 

Weekends $13 Weekends/ Prime Days $17 Seasonal Pass $140 

Check the website for dates and times.

Experience the legendary tale of the Titanic like never before with Titanic: An Immersive Voyage.

Featuring over 300 artifacts, life-sized reconstructed rooms, 3D views, video animations and state-of-the-art technology, this immersive experience offers a riveting and emotional journey through one of history’s most iconic tragedies. From the ship’s grand construction to its fatal collision with the iceberg, you’ll get to fully immerse yourself in the Titanic's captivating story.

Wander through its lavish halls, watch the iceberg appear and relive the ship’s dramatic final moments in an immersive gallery. Plus, with a virtual reality exploration of the Titanic’s wreck site more than 2.5 miles deep into the ocean, it promises to be a retelling of the Titanic story like no other.

Get your tickets now for Titanic: An Immersive Voyage in Atlanta!

Find tickets at the link below.

All are invited to skate under the stars Nov. 15 -Jan. 20 at Atlanta’s largest outdoor skating rink!\

View the exciting lineup of theme nights here. General Admission tickets ($17) and Season Passes ($90) must be purchased online in advance. Skate the Station hours are Monday through Friday, 4-10 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., and Sunday, 12-8 p.m.

Warm your heart during Chattanooga’s most enchanted holiday celebration.

Experience Rock City Gardens as a nighttime winter wonderland. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season amidst the unparalleled natural beauty of this enchanted place. This uniquely festive light experience has become a beloved holiday tradition and is not to be missed during this anniversary event.

Journey down the all-new Christmas tree walk to visit Santa at Carter Cliffs, the original home of Rock City’s founders. Decorate your own GingerGnome cookie and experience the enchantment of a winter celebration like no other – all after dark.

Don’t miss creating holiday memories with your family and friends as we celebrate 30 years of magic, moments and memories during Rock City Gardens Enchanted Garden of Lights!

Come take a stroll through the world where differences are cherished and kindness flourishes, a world we’d all like to live in, a world envisioned and created by artists and friends Maxine Hess and Jeanne Hewell-Chambers--on exhibit at the Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum in Carrollton Sept. 26-Dec. 5.

Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.