Oktoberfest
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with traditional German vibes, German fares, beer releases, a yodeling competition and live music by The Auf Ghets. 5–9 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. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
End of Summer Pottery Sale
Club Dirt 1275 Venita Drive, AthensBrowse hand-crafted ceramic goods by Mallory Lawrence, Anna Gioseffi, Summer Blanco and Jordan Argrett and see live kickwheel demos. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/abc_clay
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. 1:30–3:30 p.m. $10–15 (children under 12 free). www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga
Rabbit Hole Sunday Market
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSmall businesses, artists, farmers, musicians and creative entrepreneurs will be showcased. A drumming and song circle will be held for the last three hours. Every Sunday, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholdstudios.org/markets
Annual Firefly Cruise-In
Lexington Courthouse Square 111 W Main St, Lexington, United StatesClassic cars, motorcycles, trucks and tractors gather under the trees around the historic courthouse square with local music. 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.lexingtonga.org
Athens Area Diaper Bank Reception
Athens Area Diaper Bank 130 Conway Dr. B., Bogart, GA, United StatesDuring National Diaper Need Awareness Week, the diaper bank will offer tours, light refreshments, celebrate the community and more. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athensareadiaperbank.com
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Meet and Greet
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Film Vertical Initiative hosts a panel with the American Deadbolt film cast and crew discussing SAG waivers, filming locally and more. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com
No Phone Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesDisconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
ACC Library Friends 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), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 27–30. www.athenslibrary.org
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Kickoff
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Loran Smith Center will have resources and information for those affected by breast cancer or interested in learning more, and a percentage of beer sales will go to the center. 5 p.m. FREE! 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. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Rainbow Flow Yoga
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Nick from M3 Yoga for a class set to a fun playlist as part of Athens Pride Month. 6 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.athenspride.org
ACC Library Friends 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), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 27–30. www.athenslibrary.org
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Paws, Pups and Pops
ACC Animal Services 125 Buddy Christian Way, Athens, GA, United StatesThe shelter is staying open late for an adoption event with free King of Pops popsicles, pupsicles to give the shelter dogs, and a free bag of food, collar and leash for any adopted dog. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/Athenspets
Athens Cigar Society
J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, AthensThis meetup pairs Chattanooga Distillery whisky with fine cigars, food and more. 6–9 p.m. $28–35. www.jsbottleshop.com
Athens Community Chorus
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCommunity chorus dedicated to providing space for community-led singing. Second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m. FREE! ringunn6.wixsite.com/athcommunitychorus
Grand Opening Party
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams 1710 S Lumpkin St, Athens, GACelebrate the opening of the new Five Points location for free scoops, swag bags and more. 7–11 p.m. FREE! www.jenis.com
ACC Library Friends 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), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 27–30. www.athenslibrary.org
Voter Registration
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to register to vote or to check your registration status. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Supper Club
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesFarm-to-table gathering with a social hour, music, entertainment and a multi-course meal. Registration required. 6–9 p.m. $60. www.soswhiskey.com
Queer Prom
1055 Barber 1055 Barber St., Athens, GAGo back in time to enjoy prom as your authentic self, and dress up for this year’s disco theme. Ages 21 & up. 7–10 p.m. $5. www.athenspride.org
Night Hike
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a guided hike and discover local trails by moonlight. Registration required. Ages 8 and up. 7:30–9 p.m. $2 ACC residents, $3 non-residents. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
34th Annual Insectival
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the garden staff as they celebrate our insect neighbors with a number of family-friendly activities. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $5-20. www.botgarden.uga.edu
Local History Expo
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet with history organizations from our area and view numerous artifacts on display. All ages. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Bishop Fall Festival
Bishop, GA Bishop, GA, United StatesThis inaugural event features a kids zone, free snow cones, food trucks, raffles and community vendors. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.townofbishop.org
ACC Library Friends 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), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 27–30. www.athenslibrary.org
First Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival
College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with traditional food from Latin American and Caribbean countries, folk dancing and live music. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. FREE! Comunidad Chaplain Latinos en USA on Facebook
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Benefit Sidewalk Sale
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesShop a donations-only sidewalk sale directly benefitting Athens Pride + Queer Collective. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
2023 PrideFest
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Pride and Queer Collective’s annual festival features vendors, entertainment and performances, a drag show and more. FREE! 12–6 p.m. www.facebook.com/AthensGAPride
Family Day
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn afternoon of family fun highlighting the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library’s exhibit “Exploring St. Catherine’s Island.” 1–4 p.m. FREE! libraries.uga.edu
Chili Cook Off
Mai Kai Kava 1035a Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy relaxing vibes, purchase chili samples or bowls to-go and vote for your favorite Chili Chef. 3–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenskava.com
Above Athens
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesHot air balloon festival with tethered balloon rides, food trucks, and free children’s activities. No pets allowed. 3–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
13th Annual Justice Fest
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be a keynote speaker, award presentation, choir and reception. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
1000 Meals
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesStop by for a free meal with no questions asked. 9 a.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
Secret Record Swap
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse thousands of vinyl records, CDs, tapes, posters, DVDs, cassettes, T-shirts and more for sale by vendors from all around the Southeast. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $5 (early admission), FREE! www.facebook.com/secretrecordswap
Rabbit Hole Sunday Market
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSmall businesses, artists, farmers, musicians and creative entrepreneurs will be showcased. A drumming and song circle will be held for the last three hours. Every Sunday, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholdstudios.org/markets
Open House
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesRevolution Therapy and Yoga will showcase classes as well as opportunities to explore therapy offerings. 1:30–5:45 p.m. FREE! www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
No Phone Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesDisconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
