Athens Home Expo
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living and more. Oct. 25, 12–6 p.m. Oct. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 27, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.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 Fall Festival
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaThis annual fall festival will feature pumpkin painting, a photo booth, carnival games and more. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Pumpkin Carving Contest
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesBring your own pumpkin or purchase one at the event to carve and enter into the contest for a prize. Supplies provided. 1–10 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Artisan Market
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors and participate in a pumpkin carving competition. 2–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/oakhousedistillery
Wild Rumpus Goblin Gathering Market
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensBrowse locally crafted art, decor and more then watch the parade from above. 2–11:45 p.m. www.globetavern.com
Trunk or Treat Adoption Event
ACC Animal Services 125 Buddy Christian Way, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy trunk or treating, a costume contest and meeting animals up for adoption. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/164/Adoption-Center
Fright on the Firefly
Firefly Trail Athens, GA, United StatesDress up the entire family for a spooky stroll along the trick-or-treat trail. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Jittery Joe’s 30th Birthday Celebration
Jittery Joe's Roaster Tasting Room 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with live music, face painting, food pop-ups, birthday cake and more. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.jitteryjoes.com
Clarke County Sheriff’s Office Annual Fall Festival
Clarke County Sheriff's Office Training Center 2900 County Farm Road, Athens, GAFamily-friendly event featuring trapeze performances, hay rides, a haunted house, cake walk, trick-or-treat bags and more. Oct. 25, 5–9 p.m. Oct. 26, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/clarkecosheriff
Wild Rumpus Parade & Spectacle
Downtown Athens AthensAll are invited to participate in the costumed parade marching through downtown and ending in a dance party. There will be a pre-parade rally at Creature Comforts Brewing Co. and after-party at Paloma Park. 5–8 p.m. (rally), 8–11 p.m. (parade & spectacle), 11 p.m.–2 a.m. (after-party). FREE! www.wildrumpus.org
11th Annual Haunted Hayride
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a spooky ride through the covered bridge and around the park as well as childrens activities, vendors and more. 6:30–10 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Athens Home Expo
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living and more. Oct. 25, 12–6 p.m. Oct. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 27, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
Big Jump Festival
Skydive Monroe 535 Towler St, Monroe, United StatesESP’s annual family-focused fall festival will feature food trucks, inflatables, accessible activities and skydive watching. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. $5. www.espyouandme.org
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaEnjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 12, 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 13, 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccityflowers.com
Jack-O-Lantern Jog
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA Halloween-themed Goblin Fun Run and 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. Costumes encouraged. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $25. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Contact for Location GA, United StatesAmy Andrews will guide an exploration of the history of Prince Avenue. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Fall Festival
First Baptist Church 355 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy games, prizes, a hot dog dinner, trunk or treat and more. 5–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.firstbaptistathens.org
Spirits of Athens Haunted Ghost Tour
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a trolley tour with local haunted history expert Jeff Clarke and learn about the history of locations around the downtown area. Ages 21 & up. Oct. 24 & 27, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. $48. www.athenstrollytours.com
Halloween Party
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesEnter the costume contest and enjoy a dance party. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Halloween Costume Party
Rocksprings Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., Athens, GA, United StatesDress up and celebrate with Halloween activities. Ages 18 & older. 1 p.m. $1 (ACC resident), $1.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.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 spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Beyond the Gates
Oconee Hill Cemetery 297 Cemetery Street, Athens, GeorgiaTake a twilight walking tour around some of the most historic graves in Athens led by Luis Vicente. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenshistoricalsociety
Monster Mash
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a spooky themed event with potions, snacks, games and more. Ages 11 & up. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Love At First Fright
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of a mystery scary movie followed by a live podcast show with co-hosts Curtis and Hannah. 7–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Creatures and Cocktails
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music, pumpkin carving and a costume contest. 4–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/OakHouseDistillery
Rocky Horror Halloween Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and costume contest. 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Grand Opening
Classic Citiva 2361 W. Broad Street, Suite 10, Athens, United StatesThe team behind Franny’s Farmacy Athens has opened an independent business and is celebrating with giveaways, prizes, live music and more. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. FREE! www.classiccitiva.com
Sisters of Song Ceremony
Let It Be Yoga 90 S Barnett Shoals Rd, Watkinsville, United StatesA immersive experience singing medicine songs and mantras, and enjoying a cup of ceremonial cacao. Registration required. 7–9 p.m. $45. www.theradharose.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
Comer Community Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
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
Granite City Fall Festival
Downtown Elberton Elberton, United StatesEnjoy local vendors, arts and crafts, live music and food. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.cityofelberton.net
Athens Montessori School Fall Festival
Athens Montessori School 3145 Barnett Shoals Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesA day of fun with craft vendors and children’s events including a bounce house, magic show, face painting and more. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.amsfallfestival.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
Small Town Saturday
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesShop from a variety of local craft vendors. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
AthFest Educates 5K
Downtown Athens AthensThe 8th annual 5K in benefit of AthFest Educates with a shorter course and live music to cheer on participants with a Health and Fitness Expo at the Classic Center Pavilion. 12–6 p.m. (expo), 2:30 p.m. (5K). www.athhalf.com
Hike and Happy Hour
Contact for Location GA, United StatesExplore private hardwood forests along the river, enjoy a beverage and hear from local conservationists. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriverlandtrust.kindful.com
North Georgia Folk Festival Redux
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis rescheduled 39th annual festival will showcase musicians and artists from around North Georgia. 5–10 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15 (kids under 12 FREE!). www.northgeorgiafolkfestival.org
Pink Pony Prom
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Pride & Queer Collective’s annual Queer Prom hosts an all-night dance party, with a flash tattoo fundraiser at Pain & Wonder this year. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. $12. www.athenspride.org
AthHalf Half Marathon
Downtown Athens AthensThe 15th annual marathon in benefit of AthFest Educates with a winding course and live music to cheer on participants. 7:30 a.m. www.athhalf.com
Athens VHS Fest 2024
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThird annual festival celebrating analog media with vendors, tape swaps, live music, live visuals and more. 1–8 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Contact for Location GA, United StatesLearn about the history of the Athens’ downtown district from its 19th century architecture to its influence on the international music scene. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.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 spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Turkish Delights Sip & See Reception
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore and learn about Nile Candan of Hasan’s rug exhibition with light refreshments and music. 5:30–7 p.m. $15. www.taylorgrady.com
Children’s Hearing Screenings
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesPresented by the Children’s Departments, people of all ages may be screened. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Boom Bash Senior Expo
Athens Country Club 2700 Jefferson Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe third annual expo features more than 30 vendors, door prizes, a tai chi demonstration, line dancing and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.boomathens.com
50th Anniversary Family & Friends Open House
The Cottage 3019 Lexington Road, Athens, United StatesTour the facilities, enjoy treats and drinks, and play on the playground with your whole family. RSVP preferred. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.northgeorgiacottage.org/50th-anniversary-open-house
