The Lake Lanier Rowing Club is hosting the inaugural John Ferriss Lanier Sprints Regatta at Lake Lanier Olympic Park this spring. In honor of rowing coach and competitor John Ferriss, this regatta is open to all college, club, and youth rowing teams and offers them the opportunity to compete on the course used in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Prospective rowers can find registration information here. The event lasts all day both Saturday and Sunday.
When: Friday, August 15, 2025 @ 12:00 am
Blue Ridge Rodeo
Stop by the Kiwanis Fairgrounds in Blue Ridge for the Kiwanis Rodeo, where professional rodeo cowboys and cowgirls compete in a variety of events at the fairground arena.