There is no shortage of annual events to celebrate people, places, seasons, and culture! Celebrate the diversity of the area with events for the entire family. Choose from unique events, including an annual Elvis tribute and competition, festivals, rodeos, scenic railways, and more!… Learn more
Winter in North Georgia is seriously fun, embracing everything from brisk outdoor thrills to cozy, festive traditions. Whether you want to glide across a rink, gaze at millions of holiday lights, or make memories and truly unique events, this mountain playground has you covered.… Learn more
Around the world, Carnival and Mardi Gras celebrations 💜💛💚 are known as some of the most festive events of the year. In Alpine Helen, Georgia, this pre-Lent season is known as Fasching and brings weeks of fun celebrations, costume contests, parties, and a parade!… Learn more
Would you like a fantastic deal at museums and historic sites across the state of Georgia? Then mark your calendars and plan to visit great museums for FREE during the 2026 Super Museum Sunday on February 8, 2026.
Dozens of museums and historic sites are participating in the Super Museum Sunday.… Learn more
Every year, the US Forest Service offers days when guests can enjoy the US Forest Service sites for free! The US National Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands the agency manages on these fee-free days.… Learn more
Experience the magic of North Georgia at Christmas! ❄️ Imagine twinkling lights dancing in historic town squares, classic parades full of festive cheer, cozy markets brimming with unique gifts, and enchanting walk-through light displays perfect for creating warm memories.
Whether you’re dreaming of family fun, romantic evenings, or timeless traditions, these mountain towns deliver genuine charm and holiday sparkle everywhere you turn.… Learn more
Celebrate the coast-to-coast natural beauty of the USA with a trip to your favorite National Park on special dates when no entrance fee is required!
There are currently seven fee-free National Park days each year, plus certain groups of people qualify for a free annual pass!… Learn more
Crisp autumn air, mountain ridges painted in gold and crimson, and winding roads lined with fiery colors all combine to make fall in North Georgia a thing of pure magic. 🍁 Whether you’re chasing the first pops of color at high elevations or soaking in late-season hues in cozy valleys, this guide shows you where and when to catch the best of North Georgia’s leaf-peeping season.… Learn more
Did you know that the longest-running Oktoberfest in the United States happens in Helen in the North Georgia mountains each year? 🥨🍻The Ultimate Guide to the Helen GA Oktoberfest 2026 shows you how to join the town of Helen this Fall to celebrate the annual Helen Oktoberfest!… Learn more
Celebrate North Georgia’s rich agricultural history, local craftsmanship, and seasonal harvests at the annual fall festivals in North Georgia. Festive options, such as the Georgia Apple Festival and the Blairsville Sorghum Festival, are located throughout North Georgia, offering multiple places and ways to celebrate the harvest.… Learn more
Turn up your Helen getaway with live music all around town. From riverfront patios and cozy restaurants to lively biergartens and nearby wineries, you can catch acoustic sets, polka nights, country covers, and classic rock any day of the week.… Learn more
Dahlonega isn’t just a charming mountain town with wineries and gold rush history, but also a North Georgia live music hotspot. From intimate listening rooms to winery patios and big seasonal festivals, there are lots of things to do in Dahlonega for every music fan.… Learn more
Get the best deal on Georgia wine tastings from March 1 – May 31 during the 2025 Georgia Wine Highway event! 🍷Use our guide to help plan your winery trips by wine region 🗺️ and open days of the week.
In the past, the Georgia Wine Highway was a weekend event that exclusively featured North Georgia wineries.… Learn more
