Community Events
The following Calendar of Events listings have been provided by event venues, individual organizers and readers of Georgia Magazine.
Event details and costs are subject to change; please check the individual event websites for any cancellations and postponements.
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Event List
- -Atlanta MetroArt Exhibit
Indulge your senses and explore bespoke style at DESIGN ADAC, April 23-25, with three days of programming featuring an inviting lineup of keynote speakers, refreshing showroom presentations, remarkable collaborations, exciting celebrations and much more.
Free to attend. Registration is required and opens March 19. Join the conversation with #DESIGNADAC.
- -Scenic Southwest GeorgiaCommunity
Held in historic downtown Thomasville, the Rose Show has been a Southwest Georgia tradition since 1922. Over the years, flower shows, entertainment, an artisan market, an antique car show, a parade and much more have been added to create a true community celebration.
- 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.
- Georgia's CoastHome & Garden
The 18th Annual Tabby and Tillandsia Garden Walk is presented by Cassina Garden Club featuring a tour of 6 island gardens from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $35 prior to the tour and $40 on the event day. A plant sale and garden party will be free to the public at the Historic Tabby Cabins, 1195 Arthur J. Moore Dr. The garden party will feature Annie Akins from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Rain or shine!
For more information visit www.cassinagardenclub.org
- 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.
- Historic HeartlandCharity Event, Community, Craft Fair, Kids & Family
The Autism Awareness Festival, held on the last Saturday in April in Forsyth, is a day of promoting community awareness, inclusion and education about disability, while providing a place to foster friendships and show families facing developmental disability love and support. The event lasts from 8 a.m- 3 p.m. and includes a 5K trail race and other family fun.
- Classic SouthKids & Family
Pizza Bowl returns to Five Star Lanes on April 27th.
We all know pizza and bowling go hand in hand! Come enjoy two games of bowling, show rental, two slices of pizza and a soda for just $15 per person.
This event is open to to the public and you can get a day pass by visiting: https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection.
Any questions, just call 706-791-3446. - Atlanta MetroCharity Event
WHAT: Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant hosts its annual Community Block Party to benefit Purple Pansies mission to conquer Pancreatic Cancer.
The event features a complimentary buffet, live music and fun games for friends and families. Donations are accepted before and during the event, and all proceeds go directly to Purple Pansies Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 100% of all funds raised, less expenses, go directly towards fighting Pancreatic Cancer in the following ways: emergency grants to support immediate need, scholarships to address legacy it leaves and research and clinical trials to conquer it.
WHEN: Sunday, April 28, 2024
2 p.m.-6 p.m.
WHERE: Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant: 5670 Atlanta Hwy, Alpharetta, GA 30004
WHY: Donations for Purple Pansies are accepted at www.purplepansies.org and all proceeds go directly to Purple Pansies Inc.
HOW: The event is free, but donations to Purple Pansies are accepted at the event and on their website http://www.purplepansies.org. All proceeds go directly to Purple Pansies Inc., to help conquer pancreatic cancer.
About Purple Pansies
Nonprofit Purple Pansies was founded in 2009 following the death of Maria Fundora’s mother from pancreatic cancer, as she felt called to raise awareness and crucial research dollars for this chronically underfunded but deadly cancer. The mission of Purple Pansies is to offer immediate support to individuals and families affected by pancreatic cancer, while funding research and clinical trials, to conquer it.
- -Classic SouthTheater
Academy Award-winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork. The New York Times Critic’s Pick "To Kill a Mockingbird" is “the most successful American play in Broadway history” (60 Minutes). New York Magazine calls it “a real phenomenon. Majestic and incandescent, it’s filled with breath and nuance and soul.” With direction by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher, "To Kill a Mockingbird" – “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune) – has quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history.” (NPR).
Tickets will go on sale Aug. 31.
Call 706-447-6767 for more information.
- Georgia's CoastKids & Family
First Friday in Historic Downtown Brunswick is a fun family event that happens the first Friday of each month. We close the streets from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. so you can come down and enjoy live music, special discounts from downtown merchants, a car show and so much more! Come shop, dine and explore our downtown!
- Magnolia MidlandsConcert
Downtown Dublin jazzes up the Market on Madison each First Friday in Early Spring to Fall beginning at 7 PM with free admission, so bring the whole family!
- April 5th, 2024 – Chris Rich Band
- May 3rd, 2024 – The Shade Trees
- June 7th, 2024 – Eight Track Flashback
- August 2nd, 2024 – The Soul Shine Band
- September 6th, 2024 – A1A Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band*
- October 4th, 2024 – Dueling DJ’s with Brandon Chain
*September’s First Friday will be held at Theatre Dublin and is a PAID event. VIP Tickets are $25 and include a souvenier lei and beverage. General admission is $15.
- Scenic Southwest GeorgiaConcert
Join us for First Friday Sip & Shop in downtown Thomasville! Beginning at 5 p.m., you can sip and shop your way through the downtown. Enjoy dinner, grab a beer or wine and free wrist band from a participating downtown restaurant or venue, and shop with us! Experience a live concert featuring Undivided at The Ritz Amphitheater from 7-9 p.m. Participating shops will have extended hours, with many bars and restaurants open until 10 p.m.
For more information, call us at (229) 228-7977.
- 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 HeartlandConcert
You're invited to join the City of Eatonton for The "Peg Leg" Howell BBQ & Blues Festival! This event will be a full day of awesome blues music along with authentic barbecue. Bring your lawn chairs and coolers. The event will take place at the Eatonton City Center Stage, which is located behind Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Avenue in downtown Eatonton.
Performances by:
West Love & the 478 Band
J-Wonn
DraKarr & An Experience
Cannonball Red & The Head Hunters
ThunderGypsy - 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.
- -Historic HeartlandCommunity, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation, Other, Theater
"Old Hams," a comedy, is the hilarious story of aging actors, musicians and singers who go on the offensive when threatened with the loss of their home to a cunning lawyer and his unscrupulous partner. When the actors stage a clever plan to outdo the lawyer and romance pops up unexpectedly, the action becomes fast and furious.
- 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.
- 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 MetroTheater
Stunning new production of Edward Albee’s timeless masterpiece of miscommunication, starring Atlanta stage and film legend Tess Malis Kincaid. On the campus of a small New England college, George and Martha invite a new professor and his wife home for a nightcap. As the cocktails flow, the young couple find themselves caught in the crossfire of a savage battle of wits and wills. With some of the best dialogue ever written for the stage, this unforgettable, dark and hilarious play is a timeless exploration of human relationships, power dynamics and the search for truth in a world of illusion.
- Magnolia MidlandsAuto Show
Roll the window down, sit back, and cruise on over to Dublin GA for the Annual Shine in the PinesTruck and Car Show. From station wagons to big rigs, get ready, get set, and go see every make and model! Rev it into high gear, spin those wheels, and let the gravel fly on Friday, May 17th at 6 PM and Saturday, May 18th beginning at 12 PM. Jam out to High Velocity Band while the trucks are alight both nights, get things rolling with concessions, merchants, raffles, silent auctions, and door prizes on Saturday, and vote for your favorites for both the car and truck shows. Admission: $10.