This annual two-day event takes place in downtown Athens and features a festival of food trucks and performers, all taking place while a number of professional criterium races take off throughout the city. Cyclists fly through the streets as on-lookers enjoy the remarkable food, drink, and music that the Classic City has to offer. The men’s pro-am criterium is an 80K race around historic downtown Athens, while the women’s pro-am criterium measures 40K.
When: Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 12:00 am
Butternut Creek Art Festival
Recognized as one of the finest arts and crafts shows in the region, this Blairsville festival at Meeks Park features work from painters, jewelers, photographers, potters and more.