Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Open House Pottery Sale
Farmington Pottery 1171 Freeman Creek Rd., Bishop, GA, United StatesGeoff and Lisa Pickett will have a selection of pots of all kinds for house and garden, handmade soaps and botanical skincare products for sale. June 1–2, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Forest Heights Blueberry Festival
Forest Heights Neighborhood Athens, GA, United StatesThe annual neighborhood festival raises money for a community blueberry planting project. Activities include a children’s bike rally, cooking competition, garden tours, outdoor concert, food trucks and a silent auction. 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.regenerators.earth/festival
STEAM Saturday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin LeAnn Rutledge from the Oconee River Resource Council to learn about birds and create a birding journal. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Orphintage Vintage Market Pop-Up
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensBrowse vintage vendors from Athens and Atlanta selling T-shirts, dresses, jackets, hats and more. June 1, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. June 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.vintagemarketpop-up.com
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensMayor Kelly Girtz will guide an exploration of the history of Pulaski Street area. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Athens Pride Parade
Downtown Athens AthensAthens Pride and Queer Collective hosts a parade marching through downtown and ending at a Resource Festival featuring nonprofit vendors, food trucks and entertainment at the Classic Center Pavillion. 2–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenspride.org/parade
Open House Pottery Sale
Farmington Pottery 1171 Freeman Creek Rd., Bishop, GA, United StatesGeoff and Lisa Pickett will have a selection of pots of all kinds for house and garden, handmade soaps and botanical skincare products for sale. June 1–2, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Orphintage Vintage Market Pop-Up
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensBrowse vintage vendors from Athens and Atlanta selling T-shirts, dresses, jackets, hats and more. June 1, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. June 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.vintagemarketpop-up.com
Petting Farm
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesMeet, pet and feed a variety of farm animals including miniature cows, donkeys, ducks, rabbits and more. 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Read the World Book Sale
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, AthensBrowse international books ($1 paperbacks, $2 hardcovers) in benefit of the nonprofit Humble Warrior. 3–8 p.m. [email protected]
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music, craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
Industry Open House
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThere are 350 annuals, perennials and All-American Selections to share this year with all green industry professionals. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Summer Reds Wine Tasting
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTry a selection of wines fit for the hot summertime, with small plates served. RSVP required. 6:30 p.m. $40. [email protected]
Community Garden Field Day
Boys & Girls Club of Athens HT Edwards 440-4 Dearing Extension, Athens, United StatesExplore urban agriculture and climate change with demonstrations on soil fertility, soil sensors, using a FarmBot and more. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.rice-georgia.org
Grand Opening & 5th Anniversary Party
Grail Bra Specialists 1040 Gaines School Road, Suite 115, Athens, United StatesGrail Bra Specialists is celebrating its move with special offers, giveaways, refreshments and more. 2–8 p.m. FREE! www.grailbras.com
First Fridays
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesKick off the weekend with live music, an on-site food truck and a mini-market featuring local vendors. First Fridays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com
Paint and Sip Party in Honor of Eugene Swain
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesA special event to celebrate the late artist on his birthday with wine and the opportunity to paint portraits of the artist’s work. 2 p.m. & 4 p.m. $65. For tickets text 706-818-0357
Ecstatic Dance
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesThis ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-free and inclusive musical celebration. 8–10 a.m. $10–15. www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Garden Open House
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be plant sales, garden tours and more. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Family Fun Ride
North Oconee River Greenway Athens, GA, United StatesBring your bike and helmet for a 6-mile tour of the Greenway and Firefly Trail. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Hot Corner Festival
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival features vendors, an award ceremony, a car and bike show, food, speakers and live entertainment on the historic Hot Corner block. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.hotcornerathens.weebly.com
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensLee Epting will guide an exploration of the history of The Hill. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
1 Year Anniversary
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the distillery’s anniversary with music, games and food. 2–10 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery.com
Dinner Around the World
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesEnjoy a Mediterranean-themed meal with live music by The Comer Collective. 6:30 p.m. $25. www.soswhiskey.com
Bridgerton Afternoon Tea
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin in afternoon tea in your fanciest tea time attire. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Transportation Job Fair
CCSD Transportation Facility 145 Paradise Blvd., Athens, United StatesCCSD’s Transportation Department will hold a job fair for the 2024–2025 school year. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. bit.ly/ccsdjobfair
Lunch & Learn
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesPeg and Tom Thon share their experience and tips on how to use your current occupation and personal skills to become a movie extra. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music, craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Supper Club
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesCelebrate the month of June with a barbecue supper and a variety of live music. 4:30–7 p.m. $14.99 & up. www.farmviewmarket.com
Caravan for Disability Freedom and Justice
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe transcontinental movement will be visiting Athens with local resources available like voter registration, information from the UGA Georgia Disability History Archive and more. 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.thedisabilitycaravan.com
Ivy Room Open House
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to learn more about the genealogy and local history collection house at the library. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Old Gods of Appalachia
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLive show of the eldritch horror fiction podcast featuring a staged storytelling performance similar to an old time radio play with live music. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $40–50. www.georgiatheatre.com
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Juneteenth Celebration
College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate and honor the holiday with community speakers, a flag raising and march to the block party where there will be vendors, live music, a fashion show and more. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AADMovementjusticecenter
Crawfish Fest
Saucehouse 830 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesFresh crawfish from Louisiana will be available with live music, carnival games, kids activities and more. $10 (entry), $35 (all-you-can-eat crawfish). 11 a.m.–8 p.m. www.saucehouse.com/crawfishfest
Open Mic & Poetry Reading
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event will begin with a poetry reading by Athens Poet Laureate Mikhayla Smith, then the floor will open for attendees to share their work. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Chili Cook Off Contest
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnter your chili to win prizes or donate to taste and vote for your favorite. Registration required. 12 p.m. Free to enter, $1 to vote. www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensHattie Thomas Whitehead will guide an exploration of the history of Linnentown. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Miss Black Northeast Georgia Teen Pageant
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesIn this inaugural competition contestants will showcase their skills and compete in variety of presentations. 4–8 p.m. $25. www.missblacknortheastga.com
A Walk in the Garden
Cheeky Peach 160 Clayton St, Athens, United StatesA fashion show in benefit of the Sheats Social Services Mentor Program. 5 p.m. $25 & up. www.sheatssocialservices.org