Athens Folk Music and Dance Society Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Deanna Palumbo and live music by Max and Maggie and the Drivin’ Wheels. 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
Boybutante Ball
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesBoybutante AIDS Foundation’s annual event featuring a night of drag performances, celebrating 35 years with the theme “Express Yourself.” 8–11:30 p.m. $25. www.40watt.com
Spring Fling Fashion Thing 3
Urban Greenhouse 2137 West Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis spring fashion show features models walking down the runway wearing local designer fashion followed by a DJ dance party. 8–11:30 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/byv_trubb
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 14 & 21, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
Georgia Trust Spring Ramble
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesOver 50 historic homes and sites in Athens and Watkinsville will be open for tours. Registration required. Apr. 19–21. $60–75. www.georgiatrust.org
Grand Opening
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaClassic City Flowers and Nursery will celebrate its official opening with planting stations, food trucks, live music and more. Apr. 20, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Apr. 21, 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.classiccityflowers.com
Pop-Up Outdoor Market
The Rook and Pawn 294 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors, including some of the artists from the exhibition “Serenade.” 12–6 p.m. www.therookandpawn.com
GROTA Darkmarket
The Venue on Broad 766 West Broad Street, Athens, United StatesThere will be a large selection of dark-spirited vendors and entertainment. 12:30–7 p.m. Donations encouraged. Search Gothe Residency of the Arts on Facebook
Dawg Jog 5K
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe UGA Pre-Vet Club hosts a dog-friendly 5K benefitting Athens Pets. 1 p.m. (5K), 2 p.m. (awards). $30. www.runsignup.com/dawgjog5k
Mayor’s Spring Picnic
Bishop Town Hall 5081 Macon Hwy, Bishop, United StatesAn inaugural celebratory event featuring barbecue, live music, a kids zone and more. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.townofbishop.org
Athens Beer Fest
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesSample beers from regional breweries with live music and food trucks in benefit of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation. Ages 21 & up. 1 p.m. $45–85. www.classiccenter.com
Young Georgia Authors Reception
Madison County Library 1315 Hwy 98 W., Danielsville, United StatesThe Friends of the Madison County Library will honor the recipients of the award for K-12 students. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison
Pups & Pints
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe patio will be full of adoptable dogs with a free pour for every adoption. Third Sundays, 3–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Once Upon A Time In China
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThe Picadilly Puppets presents an all-ages show based on the story of The Empty Pot about being honest, patient and courageous. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/locations/oconee
18th Annual Taste of Oconee
Oconee County Middle School 1101 Mars Hill Road, Watkinsville, GAEnjoy culinary samples from local restaurants along with entertainment provided by students from the OCMS Choirs and Blue Note Ensemble. 5 p.m. $15–20. www.tasteofoconee.com
Earth Day: Ask a Master Gardener
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesEnjoy a Q&A session on how to help your plants to grow, general gardening concerns and more. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Torrance Festival of Ideas
Online GA, United StatesCelebrate 40 years of UGA’s Torrance Center for Creativity with three days of inspiring, innovative, thought-provoking discussions. Apr. 23–25, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.tinyurl.com/2024ideasfest
Publishing Your Book
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesAn introduction to publishing through Amazon KDP that will teach you how to format your book, how to choose a cover and more. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Torrance Festival of Ideas
Online GA, United StatesCelebrate 40 years of UGA’s Torrance Center for Creativity with three days of inspiring, innovative, thought-provoking discussions. Apr. 23–25, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.tinyurl.com/2024ideasfest
Celebrating Kick Ath Women
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Women Who Work for a community-focused networking event with pop-up shops and light refreshments. Registration required. 5–7 p.m. $15. www.business.athensga.com
Green Life Awards Ceremony
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesOrganizations and individuals who go above and beyond in creating a more sustainable tomorrow for all of us will be honored and celebrated. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/greenlife
Torrance Festival of Ideas
Online GA, United StatesCelebrate 40 years of UGA’s Torrance Center for Creativity with three days of inspiring, innovative, thought-provoking discussions. Apr. 23–25, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.tinyurl.com/2024ideasfest
Spring Supper Club
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesCelebrate spring with a Southern-style classic supper and a variety of live music. 4:30–7 p.m. $13.99 & up. www.farmviewmarket.com
AOC Twilight Criterium
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival returns with pro and amateur cycling races and activities including kids races, a 5K run, live music, an artist market and more. Apr. 26, 5–9 p.m. Apr. 27, 6:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenstwilight.com
One Night Stand: A Sexuality PowerPoint Party
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. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $15 suggested donation. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Salsa Dancing Social
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSALSAthens and TIMBAthens host a monthly get together to learn Latin dance moves and have fun on the dance floor. 8–11:30 p.m. $10. www.athenticbrewing.com
AOC Twilight Criterium
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival returns with pro and amateur cycling races and activities including kids races, a 5K run, live music, an artist market and more. Apr. 26, 5–9 p.m. Apr. 27, 6:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenstwilight.com
Plant 2 Plate
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vegetable, herb and flower plants from local farms to start your garden. Apr. 20 & Apr. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Bear Birthday Party
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the festivities as resident bears Athena, DJ and Yonah celebrate their birthdays with treats, crafts and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/bearhollow
Multicultural Festival
Heard Park 400 McKinley Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate and explore different cultures through activities, vendors and live performances. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/athenstogether
Tree Planting & Pruning Talk
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn honor of Arbor Day join master gardener Liz Conroy as she talks about tree planting and demonstrates pruning methods. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
Festival Day
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be inflatables, face painting, sand art, balloon animals, a dunking booth, food trucks and more. 12–3 p.m. $15. www.athensacademy.org
Spring Market
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors selling handmade, vintage and children’s goods. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.treehousekidandcraft.com
Curation Annex Open House
Georgia Museum of Natural History Curation Annex 4435 Atlanta Highway, Bogart, United StatesCurators and staff will be available for tours of the museum’s collection. 2–4 p.m. Donations suggested. www.gmnhfriends.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
Forest Heights Blueberry Festival Kick-off
Oglethorpe Garage 1560 Oglethorpe Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSouthern Brewing Company will launch a blueberry beer in a commemorative pint glass with other festival merch available, plus an art exhibit opening by Bart King and history presentation with a panel. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.regenerators.earth/festival
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
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
Spring Harvest Festival
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesThe 8th annual festival kicks off the harvest season with live music, lawn games, a petting zoo and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com
Family Fun Day
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a petting zoo, crafts, games, demonstrations by local business, a prize walk and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE!
www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Georgia Native Plant Society Plant Sale
Sunrise Nursery 550 Athens Rd, Athens, GAShop from a wide selection of native perennials, grasses, ferns and more that are grown locally by Athens-East Piedmont Chapter members or by regional native plant nurseries. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.gnps.org
Indie South’s Springtacular
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesShop this annual spring market featuring over 100 makers, artists and curators, food trucks, live music and more. May 4–5, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
May the Fourth Star Wars Celebration
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesCome to a library not so very far, far away and enjoy prizes, trivia, crafts and more. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
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
Athens Black Market
College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesThis special edition of the market is in honor of Athens Day of Jubilee, featuring Black and minority entrepreneurs. 12–5 p.m. www.aadmovement.org
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Chicopee-Dudley NeighborhoodMatt Pulver will guide an exploration of the history of Chicopee-Dudley and its iconic landmarks. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
