Southern Sips Happy Hour
Five and Ten 1073 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesThis casual social event highlights food and drink with information and fundraising for Wholesome Wave Georgia. 5–7 p.m. $25. onecau.se/southern-sips
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
Artist Market and Benefit Show
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors donating half their profits and enjoy live music with proceeds benefitting Hurricane Helene relief efforts. 4–10 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/littlekingsshuffleclub
Fall Party
Middle Of Nowhere Farm 5646 Neese Commerce Road, Hull, United StatesEnjoy live music, food vendors, camping options and more. Oct. 17–19, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. $5–30. www.facebook.com/middleofnowherefarm
Terrapin Mobile Food Pantry
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesFirst come, first serve rain or shine food distribution for those in need who meet income eligibility requirements. Third Fridays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com
Fall Party
Middle Of Nowhere Farm 5646 Neese Commerce Road, Hull, United StatesEnjoy live music, food vendors, camping options and more. Oct. 17–19, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. $5–30. www.facebook.com/middleofnowherefarm
Death & Mourning: Candlelight Tour
Athens Welcome Center 280 E. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore how families mourned the loss of their loved ones during the Regency Era by touring a parlor and dining room adorned in mourning decor. Oct. 11, 18 & 25, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $20. www.athenswelcomecenter.com
Bear Holloween
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Halloween with spooky delights, animal encounters and more. 5:30–8:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo
Porchfest 2024 Kick-Off
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPick up your pre-ordered Porchfest merch, play Athens history trivia and grab food from Cafe Racer. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.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
Danielsville Farmers Market
Danielsville City Hall 10 Government Circle, Danielsville, United StatesBrowse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite.com/farmersmarket
Free Vaccine Clinic
Athens Area Humane Society 1030 Mitchell Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesFirst come, first serve vaccines for dogs and cats with proof of local residency. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenshumanesociety.org
Comer Community Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
TSPLOST Submission Workshop
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALocal government officials will be available to walk people through the project submission process. Oct. 8 & 10, 6–8 p.m. Oct. 19, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/tsplost
Marigold Farmers Market
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Flavors of Fall Festival
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesThis annual festival kicks off the fall harvest season with live music, hay rides, a petting zoo and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaEnjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 12, 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 13, 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccityflowers.com
Fall Skies Planetarium Program
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore what will be visible in the fall sky. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Contact for Location GA, United StatesTake a guided tour to learn the history of Athens neighborhoods like Normaltown (10 a.m.), Cobbham (12:30 p.m.) and Buena Vista (2 p.m.). Registration required. $25 each. www.historicathens.com
Bag of Books Sale
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., WintervilleBrowse books for sale. Saturdays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $10/bag. Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
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
Family Fun Day
585 Vine St. Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy music and trunk or treat with information about the voting process and how to spot fake news. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.sheatssocialservices.org
Athens Black Market
College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesThis market supports, celebrates and promotes culture and diversity featuring Black and minority entrepreneurs. 12–5 p.m. www.aadmovement.org
Sheila Fest
Traditions of Braselton 196 Traditions Way, Jefferson, United StatesThe eighth annual festival features live music, food trucks, vendors, kids activities and more in benefit of local nonprofits. 12–11 p.m. $25 (adv.), $30. www.sheilafest.com
Fall Party
Middle Of Nowhere Farm 5646 Neese Commerce Road, Hull, United StatesEnjoy live music, food vendors, camping options and more. Oct. 17–19, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. $5–30. www.facebook.com/middleofnowherefarm
Food Truck Fest
El Carretonero 124 Rowe Rd, Athens, GABrowse different food truck offerings, watch Halloween movies and enter a raffle for prizes. 6 p.m.–12 a.m. www.instagram.com/el_carretonero_athens
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Amanda and Rob Setilli and live music by Rusty Rooster String Band. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
Gods and Goddesses Costume Party
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBuddha Broccoli Art Gallery presents a party with live performances, vendors and a costume contest. 9 p.m. $10. www.akademiabc.com
Athens to Atlanta Road Skate
Downtown Athens AthensThis 42nd annual event features a 49 mile route to Dacula and 87 miles route to Atlanta. Registration required. 7 a.m. www.a2a.net
Fall Market
Molly's Coffee Co. 8830 Macon Hwy Bldg 100, Athens, United StatesEnjoy vendors, door prizes, yoga, a photo booth, games and a food truck. 9 a.m. (yoga), 10 a.m.–3 p.m. (market). FREE! www.mollyscoffeeco.com
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaEnjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 12, 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 13, 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccityflowers.com
UGA Trial Garden Fall Plant Sale
UGA Trial Gardens 1030 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis annual sale will feature tropical houseplants, succulents, and cacti curated from the garden’s greenhouse collection. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Indie South Porchfest Vendor Market
815 N Chase Street 815 N Chase St., Athens, United StatesBrowse booths by artists, makers and vintage curators during Porchfest. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/historicathens
Ballroom and Brews
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn a new ballroom dance style each month, then dance the night away. Fourth Tuesdays, 6–7 p.m. (lesson). 7–9 p.m. (open dance). www.athenticbrewing.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
UGA Arts Collaborative Launch Party
The Athenaeum 287 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event will feature food, drink, welcoming remarks and a chance to learn more about the Arts Collaborative. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu/uga-arts-collaborative
777 Relief Fundraiser
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be an open mic and Korean barbecue food pop-up by Kyra’s Choice benefitting community kitchens in Gaza and Hurricane Helene relief. 7–11 p.m. Donations suggested. www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Spirits of Athens Haunted Ghost Tour
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a trolley tour with local haunted history expert Jeff Clarke and learn about the history of locations around the downtown area. Ages 21 & up. Oct. 24 & 27, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. $48. www.athenstrollytours.com
On the Farm Field Day
Iron Lion Farm 975 Sandy Cross Road, Carlton, United StatesThe Regenerative Institute of Community Education will host demonstrations, workshops and exhibits educating beginning sustainable farmers and land owners. Registration required. 8:30 a.m. FREE! bit.ly/OntheFarmFieldDay
Athens Home Expo
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living and more. Oct. 25, 12–6 p.m. Oct. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 27, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
SJS Annual Fall Festival
St. Joseph Catholic Church 958 Epps Bridge Parkway, Athens, United StatesEnjoy carnival games, a dunk booth, hay rides, a cake walk, concessions and more. Games cash only. 2–7 p.m. FREE! www.sjsathens.org
Sip ‘n Shop Date Night
Elations 4100 Lexington Rd, Athens, United StatesMingle and receive a free glass of wine with a valid ID. Last Fridays, 4 p.m.–12 a.m. www.shopstarship.com
Clarke County Sheriff’s Office Annual Fall Festival
Clarke County Sheriff's Office Training Center 2900 County Farm Road, Athens, GAFamily-friendly event featuring trapeze performances, hay rides, a haunted house, cake walk, trick-or-treat bags and more. Oct. 25, 5–9 p.m. Oct. 26, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/clarkecosheriff
Death & Mourning: Candlelight Tour
Athens Welcome Center 280 E. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore how families mourned the loss of their loved ones during the Regency Era by touring a parlor and dining room adorned in mourning decor. Oct. 11, 18 & 25, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $20. www.athenswelcomecenter.com
11th Annual Haunted Hayride
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a spooky ride through the covered bridge and around the park as well as childrens activities, vendors and more. 6:30–10 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Zumba ’80s Party
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin this high-energy dance party in ’80s attire. 9:30 p.m. $12–15. www.d3fit.com/sd3-events
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
Danielsville Farmers Market
Danielsville City Hall 10 Government Circle, Danielsville, United StatesBrowse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite.com/farmersmarket
