The 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
Journey Through The Stars
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the night sky with an immersive planetarium program. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $8 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Secret Record Swap
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors from around the Southeast will be buying, trading and selling records, CDs, tapes, books, posters, DVDs and more. 11 a.m. (early admission). $5. 12–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.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. 2:30–4:30 p.m. $15. Find Ecstatic Dance Athens GA on Facebook
Tea & Terror
Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GAEnjoy a Victorian High Tea with refreshments, Tarot readings, photo-ops, music by Joe Willey and excerpts from Eddie Whitlock’s book Terrible Tales of Horror!. 3–5 p.m. FREE!
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Jeremy Peterson and live music by Shapeshifter. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
Off The Beaten Path Market
Puma Yu's 355 Oneta St Suite D 400 A, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vintage clothing, accessories and handmade items from local artisans, and enjoy music, food and drinks in benefit of Athens Area Habitat for Humanity. 12:30–6 p.m. www.OTBPMarket.com
Athens Religious Organizations Join for Immigrant Rights March
Downtown Athens AthensBring signs, join the march and hear speeches On the International Day of Peace. 2 p.m. 706-589-5568 for more information.
20s–30s Speed Dating
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA meet and mingle followed by speed dating sessions for ages 20–30. 2–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Sun Day Sunday
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleJoin Third Act Georgia for a celebration of renewable energy with demonstrations of solar products, a juried photography exhibit, free sundaes, music by the Sun Day choir and more. 2:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.thirdact.org/georgia
Hats, Heels & Bow Ties
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis fundraiser for The Links Foundation will feature dancing, cocktails and more. 3–7 p.m. $75. www.athenslinksinc.org
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Scam Jam 2025
Athens Community Council on Aging 135 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the latest scams targeting older adults, how to recognize signs of fraudulent activity, and steps to safeguard personal information and finances. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $15. www.accaging.org
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24-27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
The Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, arts and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM double SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Walk Thru Boo
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin an outside spooky walk full of live zombies, ghouls and ghosts. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24-27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
Athentic Farmers Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWeekly market featuring vendors Diamond Hill Farms, Normaltown Bread Company, Katie Bee Honey, Flossie May Forage and Grand Designs Woodworking. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Meet Athens’ Secret River
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the Middle Oconee River’s history and ecology with Oconee Joe, preview Jason Thrasher’s photography series and enjoy food, music and a silent auction. 7–8:30 p.m. www.oconeeriverlandtrust.org
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24-27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
The 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
Adult Trips
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensLeisure Services offers roundtrip travel to the Duluth Fall Festival. 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $15 (ACC resident), $22.50 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
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
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24-27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
Bettis Bunch Family Fundraising
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be special mugs for sale, food and drink, raffles and tailgating in benefit of helping firefighter Robert Bettis through a serious health issue. 2 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Family Skate Night
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesStop by for a family friendly skating session and refreshments provided by One Hope Church. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.onehopeathens.com
Community Night
Alps Road Presbyterian Church 380 Alps Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy line dancing lessons, a DJ, cornhole and a food truck. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.alpsroadpres.org
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Our Casa es Tu Casa Fundraiser
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCasa de Amistad’s second annual fundraiser will feature food, music, dancing and a silent auction. 5–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
The Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, arts and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM double SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 2–3, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 4, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Athentic Farmers Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWeekly market featuring vendors Diamond Hill Farms, Normaltown Bread Company, Katie Bee Honey, Flossie May Forage and Grand Designs Woodworking. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Ladies Night Out
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 2–3, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 4, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Oktoberfest
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with traditional German vibes, German fares, a beer release and live music. 5–11 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
The 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
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 2–3, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 4, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Tim for Athens Campaign Launch Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy music, speakers, crafts, merch and beer with Tim Denson’s official campaign launch for mayor. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.timforathens.com
Geeks and Ghouls Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vendors offering Halloween costume pieces, comics, vintage toys, video games and more. 2–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Tini Semeria 6th Annual Spark in the Dark 5K
UGA Golf Course 2600 Riverbend Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesRun, bike, battle board or participate however you’d like, with face painting, bib decorating and music before the race starts. 5:15 p.m. go.evvnt.com/3229619-0?pid=2810
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Farm Field Day 2025
Latimer Luck Acres Dairy Goat Farm 1540 McRees Mill Rd, Watkinsville, United StatesThe Regenerative Institute of Community Education hosts hands-on activities, guided farm tours and educational workshops covering goat breeds, nutrition and wellness. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.rice-georgia.org
The Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, arts and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM double SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Winetober Fest Tasting
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTaste a selection of German wines with small plates. 6:30–8 p.m. www.tappedathens.com
Athentic Farmers Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWeekly market featuring vendors Diamond Hill Farms, Normaltown Bread Company, Katie Bee Honey, Flossie May Forage and Grand Designs Woodworking. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Social Skate Night
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAll ages and skill levels are invited to cruise the Firefly Trail while making friends and building skills. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
