Community Events
The following Calendar of Events listings have been provided by event venues, individual organizers and readers of Georgia Magazine.
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Event List
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
From late September and through October, Haunted Montrose is celebrating years of striking fear into visitors' hearts. Located down a dark, deserted road, Haunted Montrose lures you in for a scare and fills your dreams with nightmares. Scaring begins at 7:30 p.m. for most days, with the exception of Saturday Oct. 7, 14 and 21, which will start at 6:30 p.m.
- Atlanta MetroCharity Event, Community, Food & Drink, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation
The Hebrew Order of David announces the return of the 2023 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival to Brook Run Park (4770 North Peachtree Road) in Dunwoody, on Sunday, Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be something for everyone, rain or shine.
Our Festival is centered around a Kosher BBQ Competition where approximately 25 teams compete in Kosher Brisket, Beef Ribs, Chicken and Chili categories. We have a large Vendor Village, children’s activities, music, silent auction and of course barbecue. Admission is free. BBQ Taste Tickets are $1.25 each and can be bought in advance online or onsite.
Approximately 4,000 BBQ lovers and community supporters attended last year’s Festival. The Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival is supervised by the Atlanta Kashruth Commission. Because we are fully compliant with their Kosher food handling requirements, all spectrums of the Jewish community can participate, plus, because it is barbecue, the entire Atlanta community joins us as well. This ultimately makes us the most diversely attended food event in Georgia.
Team and Vendor Registration: 770-580-3897.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Take to the Civitan Fairgrounds as merry go rounds, ferris wheels, and carnival rides for the whole family await. Come hungry as every type of fair food is offered at the Dublin Fall Fair! Dublin Fall Fair gate admission is $5 Cash Only. Carnival rides and game tickets are available to purchase separately at the fair ticket booths. For the best deal, purchase a wristband for unlimited fun! Wristbands are $20 on Wednesday and Thursday, and $25 on Friday and Saturday.
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 27, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 28, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Northwest GeorgiaEducation, History
Thursdays 2pm:
9/7 Cherokee Slaveholders & East Tennessee by William Isom II.
9/14 Excavating Hickory Log by Paul Webb
9/21 Cherokee Medicine by Mark Warren
9/28 William Bartram by Christopher Robinson
10/21 Atlanta Funeral Program by Tamika Strong
10/19 A Demand of Blood by Nadia Dean
10/26 Corn: Our Greatest Invention by Jeff Bishop
- Georgia's CoastHistory
The Jekyll Island Club’s past comes alive in this after-dark experience with ghoulish and ghostly stories! Begin your experience at Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, where you’ll learn about the Gilded Age traditions of All Hallow’s Eve and pick up some treats. As you make your way by trolley to one of the island’s historic homes, hear the real paranormal experiences of current staff members working in the Historic District. Conclude the experience with a visit back in time to the Club era, where dearly departed former Club members will introduce you to some of the island’s ghastlier tales.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Take to the Civitan Fairgrounds as merry go rounds, ferris wheels, and carnival rides for the whole family await. Come hungry as every type of fair food is offered at the Dublin Fall Fair! Dublin Fall Fair gate admission is $5 Cash Only. Carnival rides and game tickets are available to purchase separately at the fair ticket booths. For the best deal, purchase a wristband for unlimited fun! Wristbands are $20 on Wednesday and Thursday, and $25 on Friday and Saturday.
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 27, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 28, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Magnolia MidlandsLeisure & Recreation
Novices as well as experienced artists enjoy a colorful evening full of painting, gabbing, snacking and sipping from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Reserve your spot for the Paint Night Party at the Page House by calling 203-305-9128 or emailing alexiliuta07@gmail.com.
- Historic HeartlandCommunity, Food & Drink, Home & Garden, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation, Other, Outdoors
Every Friday beginning in May and lasting until October, purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, dairy, homemade soap and natural and organic goods from local farmers at the Forsyth Farmers Market. Stop by anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Georgia's CoastHistory
The Jekyll Island Club’s past comes alive in this after-dark experience with ghoulish and ghostly stories! Begin your experience at Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, where you’ll learn about the Gilded Age traditions of All Hallow’s Eve and pick up some treats. As you make your way by trolley to one of the island’s historic homes, hear the real paranormal experiences of current staff members working in the Historic District. Conclude the experience with a visit back in time to the Club era, where dearly departed former Club members will introduce you to some of the island’s ghastlier tales.
- Northeast Georgia MountainsCharity Event
The Swingin' Medallions concert tickets are available through eventbrite.com, Toccoa-Stephens County Animals Shelter on Scenic Drive, Toccoa, or at the box office the night of performance. Concert is 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $30. This is a fundraiser for the shelter. Questions? Call 706-282-3275.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Take to the Civitan Fairgrounds as merry go rounds, ferris wheels, and carnival rides for the whole family await. Come hungry as every type of fair food is offered at the Dublin Fall Fair! Dublin Fall Fair gate admission is $5 Cash Only. Carnival rides and game tickets are available to purchase separately at the fair ticket booths. For the best deal, purchase a wristband for unlimited fun! Wristbands are $20 on Wednesday and Thursday, and $25 on Friday and Saturday.
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 27, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 28, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
From late September and through October, Haunted Montrose is celebrating years of striking fear into visitors' hearts. Located down a dark, deserted road, Haunted Montrose lures you in for a scare and fills your dreams with nightmares. Scaring begins at 7:30 p.m. for most days, with the exception of Saturday Oct. 7, 14 and 21, which will start at 6:30 p.m.
- -Northwest GeorgiaKids & Family
Rock City celebrates its German heritage every Saturday and Sunday throughout October. The area’s premiere German festival offers live German music along with specialty German food. Watch Jerry the Mime entertain and get a free caricature drawing by artist Dennis Hart. Take a self-guided tour of the gardens during peak fall foliage and catch a Birds of Prey show featuring the amazing Rock City Raptors. Pumpkin painting is also available! Souvenir pink birdhouses and other merchandise can be purchased to help raise funds for the CHI Memorial Foundation scholarship. This event has been selected as a Top 20 Event for 2021 by Southeast Tourism Society!
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & FamilyThe Market on Madison is an open-air venue with a vast array of local and organic produce, as well as artisan foods, farm-raised eggs, and raw honey each Saturday morning 7:30 AM until 12:30 PM from April through October.
- Georgia's CoastHistory
The Jekyll Island Club’s past comes alive in this after-dark experience with ghoulish and ghostly stories! Begin your experience at Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, where you’ll learn about the Gilded Age traditions of All Hallow’s Eve and pick up some treats. As you make your way by trolley to one of the island’s historic homes, hear the real paranormal experiences of current staff members working in the Historic District. Conclude the experience with a visit back in time to the Club era, where dearly departed former Club members will introduce you to some of the island’s ghastlier tales.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Take to the Civitan Fairgrounds as merry go rounds, ferris wheels, and carnival rides for the whole family await. Come hungry as every type of fair food is offered at the Dublin Fall Fair! Dublin Fall Fair gate admission is $5 Cash Only. Carnival rides and game tickets are available to purchase separately at the fair ticket booths. For the best deal, purchase a wristband for unlimited fun! Wristbands are $20 on Wednesday and Thursday, and $25 on Friday and Saturday.
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 27, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 28, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Magnolia Midlands
63rd Georgia Sweet Potato Festival
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Ocilla, Georgia
Largest agricultural parade In Georgia, arts and crafts, food vendors, rides and games for kids.
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
229-468-9114
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
From late September and through October, Haunted Montrose is celebrating years of striking fear into visitors' hearts. Located down a dark, deserted road, Haunted Montrose lures you in for a scare and fills your dreams with nightmares. Scaring begins at 7:30 p.m. for most days, with the exception of Saturday Oct. 7, 14 and 21, which will start at 6:30 p.m.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family
Tickets on Sale for Annual Trick-or-Treat at The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Families have an exciting lineup ahead, featuring spooky and enjoyable crafts, a costume parade, DJ Dewayne, trick-or-treating and other thrilling activities!
Saturday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 28, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are $10 for members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited and tickets will not be sold at the door. To purchase tickets, please visit: bit.ly/trickortreat2023.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
From late September and through October, Haunted Montrose is celebrating years of striking fear into visitors' hearts. Located down a dark, deserted road, Haunted Montrose lures you in for a scare and fills your dreams with nightmares. Scaring begins at 7:30 p.m. for most days, with the exception of Saturday Oct. 7, 14 and 21, which will start at 6:30 p.m.
