Lazy Sunday Tournament and Vendor Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCompete in a Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament and browse a video game exchange and market. Registration required. 1–5 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Chicopee-Dudley NeighborhoodLearn about the history of the Athens’ Chicopee-Dudley neighborhood from its industrial past to its music history monuments and natural spaces. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
10th Annual Athens Academy Holiday Market
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesAttendees can expect over 85 vendors selling artisanal foods, handmade jewelry, ceramics, fine arts and various crafts. Nov. 20, 4–6 p.m. Nov. 21, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. $5. [email protected]
Open House
Athens Wellness Clinic 240 N. Avenue, 2nd Floor, Athens, GALearn about all the health care options the clinic offers to the community. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenswellnessclinic.org
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
Milonga Tropical Fall 2024
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event features tango lessons, live dance performances by various groups and an open floor for social dancing. 6:30–10 p.m. FREE! franklin.uga.edu
10th Annual Athens Academy Holiday Market
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesAttendees can expect over 85 vendors selling artisanal foods, handmade jewelry, ceramics, fine arts and various crafts. Nov. 20, 4–6 p.m. Nov. 21, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. $5. [email protected]
Housing and Historic Preservation
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensThis webinar and discussion will explore how historic preservation can help address the ongoing housing crisis across the nation. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.historicathens.com
DEI Dinner and Dialogue
Encaptivating Events 1059 Baxter Street, Suite C, Athens, United StatesThe Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement will host a conversation about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) while introducing its new DEI Business Networking Program. 5:30 p.m. $50. givebutter.com/AADM_DEIDinner
Hallmark Holiday Community Event
Hallmark Mobile Home Park 702 Spring Valley Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore a variety of resources and discover ways to support the Athens community. 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/stormwater
Holiday Market
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse locally made pottery, paintings, fiber art, stained and fused glass, jewelry, sculpture, photography, woodwork and more. Nov. 22, 4–8 p.m. Nov. 23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Nov. 24, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $7. www.ocaf.com
Shop Small Crawl
El Carretonero 124 Rowe Rd, Athens, GAShop at over 35 women-owned shops, pop-ups and business for a variety of locally crafted or artful items with an afterparty to follow. Shop, 4–8 p.m. Event, 7–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/womenownedathens
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
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
Holiday Market
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse locally made pottery, paintings, fiber art, stained and fused glass, jewelry, sculpture, photography, woodwork and more. Nov. 22, 4–8 p.m. Nov. 23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Nov. 24, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $7. www.ocaf.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
Pet Treat Tasting
Tractor Supply Co. 4420 Lexington Rd, Athens, United StatesBring your pet to sample a variety of pet treats available. 12:30–2 p.m. FREE! www.tractorsupply.com
Oak House Gala
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy cocktails, light bites, live music and community in benefit of the Hurricane Helene Relief Fund. 6–9 p.m. $75. www.oakhousedistillery.com
Holiday Market
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse locally made pottery, paintings, fiber art, stained and fused glass, jewelry, sculpture, photography, woodwork and more. Nov. 22, 4–8 p.m. Nov. 23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Nov. 24, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $7. www.ocaf.com
Repair Cafe
Solid Waste Office 25 Hancock Industrial Way, Athens, United StatesBring broken household items and appliances and work with experienced fellow community members to try and fix them. 2–5 p.m. FREE! [email protected], accgov.com/repaircafe
Banquet of Blessings
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a community meal and free giveaways of clothes, toiletries and other necessities. 4:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.pollackfamilyfoundation.com
Thanksgiving Ingathering
Athens First UMC 327 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesA hot meal will be served and “Extra Thankful Bags” filled with Thanksgiving inspired pantry staples. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfirstumc.org
Thanksgiving Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and Christmas trees. 4–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
Thanksgiving Dinner
El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesA hot meal from the restaurant’s Thanksgiving dinner table. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss
Wizarding Beasts and Bingo
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesPlay Harry Potter bingo followed by a screening of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Thanksgiving Feed the Hungry
The Sparrow's Nest 745 Prince Ave, Athens, United StatesEnjoy a buffet-style lunch and receive one bag of hygiene products per person. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.sparrowsnestathens.org
Harvest Market
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market offers fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.facebook.com/AthensFarmersMarket
Beersgiving
Normaltown Brewing 425 Barber Street, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin in pre-holiday shenanigans and hang with friends; it’s too late to defrost your turkey. 4–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/normaltownbrewingco
Give Thanks 8K Pre-Race Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy live music and pre-holiday camaraderie in benefit of Athens Community Council on Aging. 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.givethanks8k.com
Give Thanks 8k
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesStart your day with a race around the downtown Athens area with a kids fun run and refreshments afterwards, in benefit of ACCA. Registration required. 8:30 a.m. $40. www.givethanks8k.com
Feed the Hungry Dinner
Weaver D's 1016 E Broad St, Athens, United StatesA gospel celebration followed by a hot meal. 12 p.m. (gospel), 2 p.m. (dinner). FREE! www.facebook.com/WeaverDs
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
Holiday Artists Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse handmade gifts, prepared foods and local produce from more than 90 vendors at the Athens Farmers Market. 9 a.m.–3 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
Beechwood’s Holiday Market
Beechwood Shopping Center 196 Alps Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the Beechwood Center’s tree lighting with live music, face painting, food trucks, s’mores, photos with Santa and more. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/beechwoodathens
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Contact for Location GA, United StatesLearn about the history and evolution of Prince Avenue exploring the architectural gems and significant landmarks. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Christmas Pictionary & a Movie
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPlay Christmas movie themed Pictionary followed by a screening of Christmas Evil. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
World AIDS Day Testing
Clarke County Health Department 345 North Harris Street, Athens, GA, United StatesGet tested and get a $10 gift card. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.northeasthealthdistrict.org
Frame Sale
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe museum has a large selection of high-quality frames for sale in all sizes. Dec. 3–4 & 6–7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 5, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Dec. 8, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
American Red Cross Blood Drive
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDonors of all blood types are encouraged to contribute. Registration required. 2–6 p.m. FREE! www.redcrossblood.org
Holly Jolly Holiday Party
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center 1199 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy crafts, holiday music, refreshments, face painting, a visit with Santa and more. 4–7 p.m. FREE! Find Piedmont Athens Regional Auxiliary on Facebook
Launch Party
The Lightroom 355 Oneta St Suite d500b, Athens, United StatesExplore the space and meet fellow creatives. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.thelightroom-ath.com
Frame Sale
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe museum has a large selection of high-quality frames for sale in all sizes. Dec. 3–4 & 6–7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 5, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Dec. 8, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
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
Frame Sale
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe museum has a large selection of high-quality frames for sale in all sizes. Dec. 3–4 & 6–7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 5, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Dec. 8, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Downtown Parade of Lights
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual family-friendly holiday parade celebrates this year’s theme “Run, Run Rudolph” with a variety of floats and performances. 7 p.m. FREE! www.acc.gov/parade
