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
- Classic SouthConcert
Casting Crowns 20th Anniversary Tour with Live Symphony, coming to Columbia County Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 6!
Casting Crowns will celebrate their two decades of music including songs like “Scars In Heaven,” “Only Jesus,” “Praise You In This Storm” and many more.
VIP Tickets are also available, which include premium seats, an exclusive merch gift from Casting Crowns and access to a special pre-show VIP Lounge for $199.00.
Tickets: $39-$79
- Historic HeartlandEducation
As one of the newest self guided tours in Forsyth, this African American Heritage Guide takes you through a journey of African American history throughout Monroe County. This self-guided tour is meant to be a starting point in exploring the journey of African Americans in our community. It contains some brief biographical information on those who shaped our history; a timeline critical to putting events into context; and a brief driving tour to link people and places. The guide and map can be found at https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=65690&i=689515&p=1&pre=1.
- -Northeast Georgia MountainsTheater
Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," April 12-20 at UNG-Gainesville's Ed Cabell Theatre, inside the Performing Arts building. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, The show is sponsored by the Melvin Douglas & Victoria Kay Ivester Foundation.
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. Featuring a a truly fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, this bee is one unforgettable experience. Recommended for ages 15+.
Gainesville Theatre Alliance is a one-of-a-kind, nationally-recognized collaboration between the University of North Georgia and Brenau University.
For tickets or more information, visit GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org or call the GTA Box Office at 678-717-3624.
- Magnolia MidlandsOutdoors
Located on Madison Street in Downtown Dublin GA, the Market on Madison is a premier open-air venue buzzing with activity. A community-driven experience, vendors and visitors come together to celebrate the richness of local flavors each Saturday morning 7:30 AM until 12:30 PM from April through mid October. Patrons can also find a variety of handmade crafts and original art, and find fun activities for the Little Sprouts throughout the season! Over the last several years, Dublin’s Farmers Market has experienced much growth, noting more than 30 vendors each week and 350 patrons during peak produce season.
- Historic HeartlandCraft Fair
You're invited to downtown Eatonton for a fun day of shopping and art! Arts and crafts vendors will be selling their best items on the Courthouse Lawn while artists create beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces of chalk art. You don't want to miss this great event!
Are you a Chalk Artist? Sign up to participate by going to https://forms.gle/VZMmPM6Pm9n3LvY57
Vendor information can be downloaded at www.DowntownEatonton.com/vendors.
Types of Vendors accepted:
Arts and Crafts
Direct Sales
Pre-Packages Foods (i.e. honey, baked goods, jams/jellies, etc.)
Small business information booths - Atlanta Metro, Northeast Georgia MountainsKids & Family, Leisure & Recreation
Come join us for some fun on the farm this spring at Washington Farms! Our Super Spring Saturdays feature fun farm activities including wagon rides, petting zoo, jumping pillows, cow train, ziplines, paintball and much more! The activities will be open every Saturday from April 13 until May 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Be sure to try our delicious homemade strawberry ice cream, slushies, hand-squeezed lemonade, and fresh popped kettle corn while you’re here! Check out our website for hours, pricing and a complete list of activities.
- Scenic Southwest GeorgiaConcert
Join us for our 5th annual Legend Music Festival benefitting the Levi Knop Memorial Scholarship Fund. Music will begin at 4 p.m., with doors opening at 3:30 p.m.
Talent includes special performances by Tillman Stalvey, Jeb Gibson, Michael Miller Band and this year's headliner, Corey Smith.
Come enjoy some food truck eats, drinks and great music.
- Northeast Georgia MountainsConcert
Wrapping up the A Little Night(hawk) Music Concert Series, UNG Music Faculty Michael Brown on trumpet and Celeena Corbin on percussion present: Cool It!
Come and enjoy an evening of duets and solos featuring trumpet and a variety of percussion instruments. From solo snare drum with electronics, to trumpet with vibraphone, you are sure to experience a wide selection of unique orchestrations and textures. The evening’s selections are curated to highlight the vast differences in timbre and stylistic leanings while also exploring the ways in which they can enhance each other.
This concert will be performed twice. First on Monday, April 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Lobby of the UNG Gainesville Campus, and then again on Sunday, April 14, at 3 p.m. in the Gloria Shott Performance Hall on the UNG Dahlonega Campus.
For more information on this and other events please go to our website at https://ung.edu/music/music-events.php
- Presidential PathwaysConcert
The Rice Brothers weave classical, gospel, jazz ragtime and boogie woogie together with anecdotes and humor to bring their performances to life. Chris and Johnny Rice are both recipients of gold medals at the international Chopin Piano Competition and have performed in illustrious venues around the world. Both performing on piano and cello, their concerts feature a wide variety of works from Beethoven, Chopin and Liszt to Joplin and Gershwin.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
- Historic HeartlandEducation
As one of the newest self guided tours in Forsyth, this African American Heritage Guide takes you through a journey of African American history throughout Monroe County. This self-guided tour is meant to be a starting point in exploring the journey of African Americans in our community. It contains some brief biographical information on those who shaped our history; a timeline critical to putting events into context; and a brief driving tour to link people and places. The guide and map can be found at https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=65690&i=689515&p=1&pre=1.
- -Northeast Georgia MountainsConcert
Brothers Noah and Josh Thompson put their guitars together to form Roman Street. Since the college years, this brotherly jam session has developed into a Billboard/iTunes charting band who many have dubbed ‘the next generation’ of Jazz Fusion.
Roman Street, named for an old roman street in the Alps where they studied guitar, is an internationally trained instrumental band specializing in improvisational fusion of classical, gypsy and contemporary jazz, Latin and Nuevo Flamenco. A departure from the over-produced music that is out there today, they keep it simple—the beautifully organic sound of acoustic instruments played by talented people who love what they are doing.
Whether performing as a guitar duo, or with a backing band, Roman Street astounds with music that appeals to fans of many genres.
- -Atlanta MetroHome & Garden
Come celebrate Earth Day Weekend with the Cobb Master Gardeners! A perfect place to pick up pottery, locally sourced honey/herbs/sauces, bird accessories, rock art, jewelry, furniture, wood/glass crafts and plants from vendors all over the Southeast, the 24th Plant Sale and Expo is a haven for collectors, art enthusiasts, knitters, potters, and, of course, gardeners. There's something here for everyone! The Master Gardeners' Yard Sale and Face Painting areas are sure to delight the youngest and most seasoned of visitors! April 19-20, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Jim R. Miller Park.
- Magnolia MidlandsOutdoors
Located on Madison Street in Downtown Dublin GA, the Market on Madison is a premier open-air venue buzzing with activity. A community-driven experience, vendors and visitors come together to celebrate the richness of local flavors each Saturday morning 7:30 AM until 12:30 PM from April through mid October. Patrons can also find a variety of handmade crafts and original art, and find fun activities for the Little Sprouts throughout the season! Over the last several years, Dublin’s Farmers Market has experienced much growth, noting more than 30 vendors each week and 350 patrons during peak produce season.
- -Northeast Georgia MountainsCommunity
The annual Bear on the Square is an authentic Appalachian Heritage Festival featuring bluegrass and old-time music, a juried Artists Market Place featuring traditional mountain crafts, storytelling, free music workshops and demonstrations, local wine and beer, a Sunday Gospel Jam, children’s activities, dancing, and more. All events are free. Festival starts at 9:30 on Saturday morning and 11 a.m. on Sunday.
- Classic SouthConcert
Greg Hester and his band recreate the aura of Van Morrison on stage with the authenticity of the Irish giant at his best. With selections such as “Brown Eyed Girl,” "Tupelo Honey” and “Domino,” you’ll enjoy the classic stage presence of the Belfast Cowboy featuring rock, R&B and soul with a hint of country.
- Magnolia MidlandsAuto Show, Craft Fair, Food & Drink, History
Visit Douglas-Coffee County GA is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Wings & Things Festival and Fly-in at the Douglas Municipal Airport! Last year was a huge success and we can't wait to do it again--bigger and better!
Open Saturday, April 20th from 9am - 5pm, with warbirds, antique military vehicles, food trucks, vendors, kids area, entertainment, classic car show, hot wing cook-off and much more. Grab the family and fly or drive in to the airport for a day of fun and history. We also will have a Fairchild PT-19 and a PT-17 Stearman selling rides throughout the day along with a Huey helicopter.Click here for advance tickets:
Stearman Flight Tickets: https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=8015
PT-19 Tickets: https://airbasegeorgia.org/purchase-ride/?aircraft_type=PT19#/
- -Northeast Georgia MountainsCommunity, Concert, Craft Fair
Bear on the Square, an authentic Appalachian heritage festival featuring bluegrass and old-time music, celebrates its 26th year! In addition to the musicians in the MainStage tent and jamming around the square, the festival includes a juried Artists Market Place featuring traditional mountain crafts, storytelling, free music workshops and demonstrations, local wine and beer, a Sunday Gospel Jam, children’s activities, dancing, and more. All events are free. Festival begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday morning and at 11 a.m. on Sunday.
- Atlanta Metro, Northeast Georgia MountainsKids & Family, Leisure & Recreation
Come join us for some fun on the farm this spring at Washington Farms! Our Super Spring Saturdays feature fun farm activities including wagon rides, petting zoo, jumping pillows, cow train, ziplines, paintball and much more! The activities will be open every Saturday from April 13 until May 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Be sure to try our delicious homemade strawberry ice cream, slushies, hand-squeezed lemonade, and fresh popped kettle corn while you’re here! Check out our website for hours, pricing and a complete list of activities.
- Atlanta MetroHome & Garden
The 23rd annual Garden Faire will be held on Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. In partnership with the City of Alpharetta, Garden Faire 2024 will be held at The Grove at Wills Park in Alpharetta.
There will be something for everyone. Vendors with garden accessories and tools, a wide variety of plants, including natives, heirloom plants and vegetables, herb and cut flower starts and the popular “Pass-Along-Plant-Sale,” featuring thousands of plants from the Master Gardeners’ own gardens. Other attractions include speakers, a Children’s Corner, the Fleatique, the popular Ask-a-Master Gardener Booth, delicious food and much more.
Admission is free. Proceeds from Garden Faire will provide scholarships and benefit community education efforts and project gardens supported by the North Fulton Master Gardeners volunteer organization.
Master Gardeners will be on hand to help shoppers choose the plants that best meet their needs and answer gardening questions.
For additional details, please visit the Garden Faire 2024 webpage and the Facebook Event page.
- Scenic Southwest GeorgiaConcert
Due South celebrates the sights, sounds and tastes of the south right in the heart of the creative district in downtown Thomasville at the Ritz Amphitheater. Expect great music, unique art, Southern street eats and brews that will keep you coming back for more!
For all the details visit thomasvillearts.org or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @thomasvillearts.