Community Events

April 25, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the 9th Annual Blue Ridge Trout & Outdoor Adventures Festival returns to Blue Ridge, Georgia, and Fannin County – the Official Trout Capital of Georgia.

Fishermen, river sports enthusiasts and outdoor recreation fans and their families gather at Blue Ridge’s downtown city park for recreational services, fun, food, activities, entertainment and shopping, while increasing the public's knowledge of trout and cold-water conservation associated with Trout Unlimited. Net proceeds of Trout Fest ‘26 support cold-water conservation, education, recreation and community awareness and outreach programs funded (in part) by the all-volunteer Blue Ridge Mountain Trout Unlimited #696.

More than 130 Exhibitors present fishing gear/accessories, wildlife art/jewelry, outfitter apparel/gear, outdoor cooking, guided fishing services, and much more!

Trout Fest Activity Zone opens up a world of outdoor fun … fly-casting, mountain biking, golf games, trout pond, crosscutting, gem mining and more!

Trout Fest Program Tents … Professionals reveal local trout fishing, mountain biking, hiking, paddling and more in Fannin County -- the Trout Capital of Georgia.

Trout Fest Food Court features new and returning vendors, and our Beer/Wine Garden will feature brews from Grumpy Old Men Brewing Company.

A community event to remember, bless and celebrate law enforcement officers and their families through music, prayer, food trucks, games, and fireworks.

Celebrates the brave men and women who make up our law enforcement community and their families who stand by them. This event is all about giving back, raising awareness, and showing our appreciation for those who protect and serve.

Event takes place from 6-9 p.m.

The Springtime Garden & Crafts Celebration!

Madison’s blooming azaleas and dogwoods herald the coming of a new season, but the celebration of spring hits full throttle on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Town Park with the 29th Annual Madison Fest—a free family-friendly event featuring spring flowers, garden plants, handmade arts and crafts, regional food, creative crafting activities, and great live music all day long.

Look forward to activities including:

• 75 Local and Regional Crafters
• Ice Cold Beer on the Gazebo Terrace
• Tasty Festival Food
• Live Music All Day
• Crafting Tent
• Face Painting - free for kids
• Plein Air Paint Out
• Charlie Elliott Astronomy
• David Burke of Tailshakers

10 a.m.-3 p.m., Downtown Douglas

Join us for Adventure Awaits, a fun, family-friendly shopping event where you can travel the world with your favorite local shops—no tickets, no passports, and no purchase required!

How It Works:
Participating downtown shops will each represent a different destination, complete with themed food, fun and surprises for travelers of all ages. Just stroll downtown, pop into shops and enjoy the experience—everything is free!

What to Expect:
• International-themed snacks & treats
• Fun activities and in-store experiences
• Giveaways and surprises
• A walkable, relaxed way to kick off summer

No planning required—just bring your sense of adventure and enjoy a day of shopping local while exploring the world, one storefront at a time.

Springtime Traditions 1790–1869 is a living-history event that brings nearly eight decades of American history to life at Callaway Plantation. This immersive experience traces daily life, agriculture, foodways and conflict from the early American frontier through the War Between the States.

Visitors will enjoy period cooking, agricultural talks and demonstrations and a powerful mounted artillery presentation interpreting the 1861–1865 conflict in a rarely seen format. Friday, April 24, is dedicated to school groups with interactive, educational programming, while Saturday, April 25, is open to the general public.

Springtime Traditions offers a rare opportunity to step into a living historical timeline where history is not just observed—but experienced.

Join us for a community-wide event to remember, bless, and celebrate Law Enforcement Officers and their families through music, prayer, food trucks, games and fireworks.

Event begins at 5:30 and concludes with fireworks.

Georgia Tech Baseball is your reigning 2025 ACC Regular Champs heading into 2026! Get your tickets today to watch the Yellow Jackets swarm Mac Nease Baseball Park at Russ Chandler Stadium all season long. 

“Fiddler on the Roof,” the beloved Broadway musical, takes the stage in the hands of North Georgia Community Players in Dillard, Rabun County, for three weekends in April and May.

The story of Tevye, his wife, Golde, their five daughters, and the little Eastern European Jewish village of Anatevka at the turn of the 19th century, includes such memorable songs as “Sunrise, Sunset,” “To Life!” and “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.”  

Performances are April 24-26, May 1-3, and May 8-10.

Friday and Saturday shows are at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 3 p.m.

Imagine running a show when all of your stars are birds!

Become a Trainer for a Day at the World of Wild Theater presented by Georgia Natural Gas, and see firsthand how training is used to care for and connect guests to the birds while participating in the Fantastic Flights presentation!

Work alongside the Ambassador Animals Team to experience how these feathered friends showcase their unique adaptations in these presentations and learn about the positive reinforcement training that ensures that all of the birds are participating voluntarily.   This behind-the-scenes look at Fantastic Flights and its amazing participants will give you a greater appreciation for the term “bird brain” and the important relationships between the birds and their care team. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Keeper for a Day programs is voluntary for the animals.

Before registering, please understand that during this program: 

• Participants will perform similar tasks as members of the Ambassador Animals Team, which may include raking, sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, and shoveling, and should expect to do some hard work and be comfortable getting dirty. 
• Participants will be expected to participate in all weather conditions, lift up to 30 pounds, and be on their feet for up to four hours. 
• Participants must have the physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. 
• Participants may be exposed to potential allergens such as insects, hay, animal waste, and other potential allergens. Please reach out in advance if you have any questions or concerns. 

Upcoming 2026 Dates:
Sunday, January 18
Sunday, February 8
Sunday, March 15
Sunday, April 26
Sunday, May 10

Time(s): 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Age Range: 16 and up

How many chickens do you weigh?

How tall are you in apples or inches or pennies? Can you use your foot as a ruler?

Explore these and other questions in this new interactive exhibit in the Discovery Garden!

It may be common to measure using standard tools such as measuring tapes and cups, but Measurement Rules explores non-standard tools such as balancing scales, odometers, calipers, 3-D imaging and counting “Mississippis.” Explore this exhibit and become confident in the language of measurement through length, weight, volume and time.

The museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Georgia Tech Baseball is your reigning 2025 ACC Regular Champs heading into 2026! Get your tickets today to watch the Yellow Jackets swarm Mac Nease Baseball Park at Russ Chandler Stadium all season long. 

“Fiddler on the Roof,” the beloved Broadway musical, takes the stage in the hands of North Georgia Community Players in Dillard, Rabun County, for three weekends in April and May.

The story of Tevye, his wife, Golde, their five daughters, and the little Eastern European Jewish village of Anatevka at the turn of the 19th century, includes such memorable songs as “Sunrise, Sunset,” “To Life!” and “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.”  

Performances are April 24-26, May 1-3, and May 8-10.

Friday and Saturday shows are at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 3 p.m.

How many chickens do you weigh?

How tall are you in apples or inches or pennies? Can you use your foot as a ruler?

Explore these and other questions in this new interactive exhibit in the Discovery Garden!

It may be common to measure using standard tools such as measuring tapes and cups, but Measurement Rules explores non-standard tools such as balancing scales, odometers, calipers, 3-D imaging and counting “Mississippis.” Explore this exhibit and become confident in the language of measurement through length, weight, volume and time.

The museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

How many chickens do you weigh?

How tall are you in apples or inches or pennies? Can you use your foot as a ruler?

Explore these and other questions in this new interactive exhibit in the Discovery Garden!

It may be common to measure using standard tools such as measuring tapes and cups, but Measurement Rules explores non-standard tools such as balancing scales, odometers, calipers, 3-D imaging and counting “Mississippis.” Explore this exhibit and become confident in the language of measurement through length, weight, volume and time.

The museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Quilts Japan: The 17th Quilt Nihon features stunning traditional and modern quilts from the biennial competition.

SQTM is honored to be one of only four venues in the United States where the works will be on view.

How many chickens do you weigh?

How tall are you in apples or inches or pennies? Can you use your foot as a ruler?

Explore these and other questions in this new interactive exhibit in the Discovery Garden!

It may be common to measure using standard tools such as measuring tapes and cups, but Measurement Rules explores non-standard tools such as balancing scales, odometers, calipers, 3-D imaging and counting “Mississippis.” Explore this exhibit and become confident in the language of measurement through length, weight, volume and time.

The museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Quilts Japan: The 17th Quilt Nihon features stunning traditional and modern quilts from the biennial competition.

SQTM is honored to be one of only four venues in the United States where the works will be on view.

Join the team at the Zambezi Elephant Center and immerse yourself in what it takes to care for the largest land animals on the planet! Spend the morning working alongside the Elephant Care Team to prepare the habitat for the day and ensure the elephants’ needs are met.

Spend the morning working alongside the Elephant Care Team to prepare the habitat for the day and ensure the elephants’ needs are met.

This unique experience is sure to educate and inspire you about these special individuals, help you learn more about the rigorous requirements of professional elephant care, and gain an understanding of the ways Zoo Atlanta is working to protect wild populations. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Keeper for a Day programs is voluntary for the animals.

Before registering, please understand that during this program: 

• Participants will perform similar tasks as members of the Elephant Care Team, which may include raking, sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, and shoveling, and should expect to do some hard work and be comfortable getting dirty. 
• Participants will be expected to participate in all weather conditions, lift up to 30 pounds, and be on their feet for up to four hours. 
• Participants must have the physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. 
• Participants may be exposed to potential allergens such as insects, hay, animal waste, and other potential allergens. Please reach out in advance if you have any questions or concerns. 

Upcoming 2026 Dates:
Saturday, January 10
Thursday, January 22
Saturday, February 7
Thursday, February 19
Thursday, March 5
Saturday, March 28
Saturday, April 18
Thursday, April 30
Saturday, May 16
Thursday, May 28

Times: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Member cost: $325
Non-member cost: $360

Age range: 16 and up

How many chickens do you weigh?

How tall are you in apples or inches or pennies? Can you use your foot as a ruler?

Explore these and other questions in this new interactive exhibit in the Discovery Garden!

It may be common to measure using standard tools such as measuring tapes and cups, but Measurement Rules explores non-standard tools such as balancing scales, odometers, calipers, 3-D imaging and counting “Mississippis.” Explore this exhibit and become confident in the language of measurement through length, weight, volume and time.

The museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Quilts Japan: The 17th Quilt Nihon features stunning traditional and modern quilts from the biennial competition.

SQTM is honored to be one of only four venues in the United States where the works will be on view.