A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Enjoy a fireworks spectacular high in the skies of McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee. You can even hop aboard the Firework Express in downtown Blue Ridge to arrive by train.

Annual Fourth of July celebration

Members of the North Georgia Arts Guild showcase a spectrum of artistic mediums at the Rabun County Civic Center

Recognized as one of the finest arts and crafts shows in the region, this Blairsville festival at Meeks Park features work from painters, jewelers, potters and more.

The 2026 Gilmer County Fair in Ellijay features rides, games, live music and local food at the Lions Club Fairgrounds.

Join the fun at the 76th annual Georgia Mountain Fair. The carnival will be open daily, while the rest of the fair, which includes arts and crafts vendors, entertainment acts and concerts at Anderson Music Hall, will be open on the two weekends.

The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation presents more than 5,000 ceramic works by potters from across the state at OCAF’s 1902 Center and Rocket Hall.

Seasonal, beer-fueled festival that showcases German culture, food and music in Helen.

Featuring blues music and local BBQ in downtown Blue Ridge.

For 55 fun-filled years, the Georgia Apple Festival has brought two exciting weekends in October to Gilmer County