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
Parade After Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesStop by after the downtown Parade of Lights to carry on the holiday festivities. 9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.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
Madison Holiday Tour of Homes
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United StatesTake a self-guided walking tour of preserved antebellum homes decorated in festive holiday decor. Dec. 6–7, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. $40–70. www.mmcc-arts.org
Woodhill Holiday Market
4745 Bob Godfrey Rd. 4745 Bob Godfrey Rd, Athens, GeorgiaBrowse locally-crafted functional and decorative art, clothing, jewelry, candles and more. Dec. 6, 3–8 p.m. Dec. 7–8 & 14–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2024
Holiday Artists’ Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaBrowse art, handmade gifts and baked goods plus a visit from Santa, live music and a food truck on site. 3–9 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
Pet Photos with Santa
Comer Veterinary Hospital 311 Georgia Highway 72, Comer, United StatesDrop in with your pet for photos with Santa and treats. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.comervethospital.com
Tasting with Cathead Distillery
Tonique Bottle Co. 625 Barber Street Suite 120, Athens, United StatesSample the distillery’s new line of Hoodoo Espresso Martini. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.shoptonique.com
Pop-Up Boutique Sale
145 Yorkshire Road 145 Yorkshire Rd., Bogart, United StatesBrowse hand-painted silk scarves, garments and wall art by Margaret Agner; hand-felted coats, hats and scarves by Tina Tinsley; and jewelry by Jeanne Peck . Dec. 6, 5–8 p.m. Dec. 7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-540-3040
Discover Christmas
Downtown JeffersonShop by candlelight at pop-up vendors and brick-and-mortar shops with hayrides, s’mores and a tree lighting. 5–9 p.m. www.cityofjeffersonga.com
Deck the Hollow
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the holidays in lights with live music, animal encounters and photo opportunities. Dec. 6–8 & 13–15, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo
One Night Stand
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $10. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Holiday Cocktail Party
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a candlelight tour with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Ages 21 & up. 6–8 p.m. $25. www.taylorgrady.com
Holiday Soirée
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesGather with other art lovers to enjoy drinks, snacks, live music and an art raffle with art activities for kids. 6–10 p.m. www.ocaf.com
Magical Christmas
Comer, GA ComerThe city of Comer celebrates with a Reindeer Run (7:45 a.m.), Christmas parade (12 p.m.) and photos with Santa (1–3 p.m.). FREE! www.cityofcomer.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
esp Athens Breakfast with Santa
esp 189 VFW Dr, WatkinsvilleEnjoy a pancake breakfast and photos with Santa Claus. Registration required. 8–11 a.m.$10–40. www.espyouandme.org
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
Athens Revival City 1200 Forest Heights Dr, AthensBrowse artisanal goods and homemade gifts. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.revivalcityathens.church
Holiday Market
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music, browse vendors, participate in crafts, sign up for a candle pouring class and take paid photos with Santa. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. www.farmviewmarket.com
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. Dec. 7–8, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Holiday Market
UGArden 2500 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse teas, spice blends and salves as well as a selection of house plants from the trial gardens. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. ugarden.uga.edu
Comer Christmas Vendor Market
J. Cliff Yarbrough Memorial Park Comer, United StatesBrowse handcrafted items and holiday treats, plus a Christmas tree fundraiser 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
Christmas Bazaar
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesBrowse gift baskets, handmade ornaments, bird seed wreaths, kindling bundles and more in benefit of the Oglethorpe County Public Library. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.3railroad.org
Handmade Hollyday Market
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse art, handmade gifts, vintage goods and more. Dec. 7–8, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.treehousekidandcraft.com
Pop-Up Boutique Sale
145 Yorkshire Road 145 Yorkshire Rd., Bogart, United StatesBrowse hand-painted silk scarves, garments and wall art by Margaret Agner; hand-felted coats, hats and scarves by Tina Tinsley; and jewelry by Jeanne Peck . Dec. 6, 5–8 p.m. Dec. 7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-540-3040
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
Woodhill Holiday Market
4745 Bob Godfrey Rd. 4745 Bob Godfrey Rd, Athens, GeorgiaBrowse locally-crafted functional and decorative art, clothing, jewelry, candles and more. Dec. 6, 3–8 p.m. Dec. 7–8 & 14–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2024
Madison Holiday Tour of Homes
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United StatesTake a self-guided walking tour of preserved antebellum homes decorated in festive holiday decor. Dec. 6–7, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. $40–70. www.mmcc-arts.org
Holiday Craft Market
Sunrise Nursery 550 Athens Rd, Athens, GABrowse over 15 local craft vendors with food trucks, music and a fire pit. Donations accepted for Hurricane Helene relief. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.sunrisenursery.info
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
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. 1–3 p.m. $15. www.instagram.com/ecstatic_dance_athens_ga
