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 MetroConcert
Celebrate freedom at Lawrenceville’s Juneteenth Concert on Friday, June 14.
Juneteenth is an important holiday commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States. This inclusive event celebrates Lawrenceville’s diversity through a variety of expressions of black culture. Enjoy the flavor of original live music, art and food while supporting local creators!
Mark your calendars and come experience the ultimate concert series. You won’t want to miss a beat at this free concert, so bring your blankets, chairs and dancing shoes and get ready to get down!
Up next:
- July 3 – Prelude to the Fourth
- Aug. 23 – LIVE in the DTL
- Sept. 13 – Around the World in the DTL
- Sept. 27 – CULTURA: Fiesta Latina
- Nov. 9 – Harvest Festival
- 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.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Savor the fun during the 5th Annual Taste of Juneteenth Festival Saturday, June 15th starting at 12 PM in Downtown Dublin GA with a parade. The party stays hardy at the Market on Madison featuring live music and entertainment, food, and art for the whole family at 2 PM till dark!
- Northeast Georgia MountainsArt Exhibit, Community
Come join us from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. to celebrate the unique artistry and skills of Georgia artists. Potters, canvas, wood carving and turning, traditional folk art, custom and fine jewelry. Mingle and chat with the artists themselves, find out what inspires them to create and feel free to purchase and take home an original piece of artwork.
- Classic SouthKids & Family, Leisure & Recreation, Outdoors
Looking for a fun outdoor activity to do with the kids? Be sure to check out the upcoming Kids' Fishing Derby happening on June 15 at Claypits Lake on Fort Eisenhower!
This free event runs from 8-11am and is open to all kids ages 3-15. Just show up for registration anytime between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Be sure to bring your bait and rod (if you have more than one child registering, please be sure to bring a spare rod as only one rod per child is allowed). Then spend the morning fishing for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies! The winners will be determined by the total pound of fish in each age group.
Lunch will be provided to all registered participants. We hope to see you all there!
This event is open to the public, for a day pass, visit https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection.
Questions? Give Outdoor Recreation a call at (706) 791-5078.
- Magnolia MidlandsOther
The Martin Centre Preservation Company is happy to announce the Shallow End Boys 2024 Comedy Tour with our very own local Katie Smeltzer as Special Guest!
This tour is the perfect blend of Florida Man meets Dumb & Dumber with a splash of party vibes and laughs all night! Join us for the most fun you can have without the cops showing up! Tickets can be purchased at www.themartincentre.
Doors open at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m.
- Northwest GeorgiaCommunity, Education, Kids & Family, Theater
Join the cast and crew of this fully immersive theater for a unique experience! Kids will be introduced to the elements of theater and summer camp combined.
Dates: June 17-21 (5 days)
Ages: 6 to 18
Camp Hours: 12-4 p.m.
A light snack and drink will be provided daily, but kids may bring a packed lunch if desired.
Cost: $100 per child with sibling discounts and scholarships available!
Email taterpatchplayers@gmail.com for additional information and to receive a registration application. Apply soon as space is limited!
- Magnolia MidlandsLeisure & Recreation
Explore your artistic side and create your very own beautiful floral or landscape piece during Paint Night Party at the Page House Bed and Breakfast. Novices as well as experienced artists enjoy a colorful evening full of painting, gabbing, snacking, and sipping!
All classes are held on Thursday night at 5 PM.
Paint Night Parties are $65 per person and include all necessary supplies. Reserve your spot for the Paint Night Party at the Page House by calling Alex at 203-305-9128 or JoAnn at 478-275-4551 at least a week in advance. Cash at the door is the preferred form of payment. Wine and cocktails are available for purchase.
- Atlanta MetroCommunity
Join us for a night of fun and entertainment under the stars with our Lawrenceville Movie Club free movie series! Bring your friends and family for a laid-back evening of great food, engaging activities for the kids and an unforgettable movie experience on the Lawn.
As the sun sets, get ready to laugh, cheer and create lasting memories with "Daddy Day Care." Don't forget your blankets and lawn chairs for the ultimate movie night experience. Make this Father's Day extra special with the Lawrenceville Movie Club – where community, family and cinema come together for a night to remember!
Be sure to check out our movie lineup happening all summer long!
Up next:
- July 17 - "Harriet the Spy"
- Aug. 9 – "Zootopia"
- 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.
- Presidential PathwaysConcert
Join us Saturday June 22, 2024 as we kick off the first Longleaf Country Music Festival!
A day full of live music from some of the greatest Legends in country music!
Alabama, The Marshall Tucker Band, Diamond Rio, Jon Langston, Tracielynn. Choose your ticket from General Admission, The Pit, VIP Package, Dry RV Camping.
There will also be a Military / First Responder discount available.
It will be a day in history for our awesome little town here in Gay. If you don’t know us yet, come on down for one of the best music festivals and find out why we say “We do history really well here at Longleaf!”
9 a.m. - RV Parking opens
11:30 a.m. - General Parking opens
11:30 a.m. - The Outer Perimeter of the venue will open
2:30 p.m. - Gates to venue open
- 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 MetroAuto Show, Community
C10s in the City is a classic Chevy truck show that takes place in the heart of downtown Atlanta. The show is open to all full-size Chevy trucks 1998 or older and is free for both show entrants and spectators.
C10s in the City Mission
- Create a space for enthusiasts to enjoy a sense of community.
- Invite participants from the city suburbs and beyond to experience Atlanta in a new way.
- Drive business to shops and restaurants in Atlanta's growing neighborhoods.
Fundraiser
There will be a fundraiser benefitting the Pink Fund, an organization that provides financial help to breast cancer patients.
Neighborhood
Summerhill is the redevelopment of Atlanta’s former Olympic stadium and surroundings. The show is held in the Summerhill B Lot, the former Blue Lot of Turner Field. Just two blocks away, you’ll find Georgia Avenue, which is home to nine restaurants and a brewery, plus tons of murals that make for killer photo opportunities.
- Northeast Georgia MountainsCraft Fair
The Hartwell Pre-4th Extravaganza Downtown Festival, hosted by the Hart County Service League (HSL), will take place around the Courthouse Square in Hartwell.
This festival is the highlight of Hartwell’s summer, with the money raised funding HSL's community-service projects for the year.
It's a whole weekend of fun for the community, and HSL takes pride in providing a family reunion-type feel for our vendors, community and friends who return each year.
- Northeast Georgia MountainsOutdoors
Experience the magic of the Pre-4th Fireworks Celebration at Long Point Recreation Area, set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Hartwell. Join us for an unforgettable evening, starting with food trucks and live entertainment, before the sky lights up with a spectacular fireworks display. This event is the perfect way to conclude Hartwell's biggest weekend.
- Atlanta MetroCommunity
Get ready for an incredible evening of fun, music and fireworks as we celebrate Lawrenceville's Prelude to the Fourth! Join us at the Lawrenceville Lawn on July 3 for a festive, family-friendly event that is free and perfect for all ages.
Gather around the Lawn with blankets and chairs and enjoy delicious snacks and treats from a variety of food trucks. Live music will provide the soundtrack to an unforgettable night of fun.
As the night wears on, we'll be gearing up for a spectacular fireworks show that will light up the sky with bursts of color and excitement. It's the perfect way to get in the mood for the Fourth of July and celebrate our community's spirit and strength.
Be sure to catch us at all our concerts. With LIVE in the DTL, you won't want to miss a beat!
**Due to large crowds and loud fireworks, pets are discouraged at this event**
- Northwest GeorgiaCraft Fair
The annual 1945 Fair in Dade County Georgia is the 4th of July event that you will really enjoy. It is packed with activities for the whole family all day long. There will be great singers, children’s activities, arts and craft displays, food vendors and more to enjoy. No admission charged! No pets of any type are allowed.
The evening is concluded with a spectacular fireworks show that will dazzle and amaze everyone who sees it!
The fun begins at 12 noon on the Main Stage and ends at 11 p.m. with fireworks!
- 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 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.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Let freedom ring with an Independence Day Celebration in Dublin from 6 PM to 10 PM. The party really takes off in the afternoon with the annual Wing Eating Contest, rides for the kiddos, and lots of festive fun. Be sure to bring your chairs and blankets and find the perfect spot for the explosion of color in the night sky.