Athens Black Market

College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United States

This special edition of the market celebrates May Day Fest in solidarity with International Workers’ Day, featuring Black and minority entrepreneurs, live music, cultural performances and more. 1–5 p.m. www.aadmovement.org

Derby Day Party!

The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Watch the Kentucky Derby and celebrate with a variety of classic cocktails. 47 p.m. www.theoldpal.com

Speakeasy Night

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy classic speakeasy style specialty cocktails, swing dancing, jazz from Mary & The Hot Hotty-Hots and more. 5–11 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

9th Annual Kitten Shower

Athens Area Humane Society 1030 Mitchell Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy drinks and snacks with the Athens Humane Society’s adoptable kittens. 2–4 p.m. $15–50. www.athenshumanesociety.org

Touch-The-Truck

Firehouse Subs 665 US 29 Hwy N, Unit #100, Athens

An interactive event for the entire family to experience a fire truck while meeting the firefighters who operate them. 2-4 p.m. FREE! www.firehousesubs.com/touchthetruck

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

There will be a special lager release, food from Agua Linda, traditional folkloric dance by El Tepeyac, salsa lessons with TimbATHENS and a portion of proceeds benefitting Casa de Amistad. 2–8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets 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

Plant & Seed Swap

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Share and swap outdoor and indoor plants and seeds. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Forest Heights Blueberry Festival Kickoff

Oglethorpe Garage 1560 Oglethorpe Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Organizers will give a preview of this year’s events and festival merchandise will be available in support of the Community Blueberry Project. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.regenerators.earth/festival

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets 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

Flowers with Mom

OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United States

All ages are invited to enjoy a tea party brunch in the sculpture garden along with flower themed crafts and a raffle. 11 a.m.1 p.m. $15. www.ocaf.com

Really, Really Free Market

Reese and Pope Park

Just like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens

Historic Athens Heritage Walk

Historic Athens Welcome Center 280 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA, United States

Join Kristen Morales to learn the history of Buena Vista Heights. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com

Voices from the Past

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

A variety of writers from the OLLI UGA Writing Memoir Special Interest Group will share stories at the annual community reading. 35 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Abundant Table

1055 Barber 1055 Barber St., Athens, GA

Enjoy a variety of locally-grown foods and learn more about the organizations working toward healthy food accessibility. Registration required. 11:30 a.m. www.envisionathens.com

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets 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

Eco Fair

Clarke Central High School 350 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Join Clarke Central High School’s Ecology Club for an evening of games, live music, raffles and more. 5:307 p.m. FREE! www.clarke.k12.ga.us

Supper Club

Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United States

Celebrate the month of May with a fried catfish or grilled salmon supper. 4:30​​–7 p.m. $15.99 & up. www.farmviewmarket.com

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets 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

Monarchs Across Georgia Pollinator Symposium

State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Educational lectures covering a variety of topics on native plants and pollinators plus a luncheon, garden tours and a native plant sale. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $85. www.eealliance.org/monarchs-across-ga

Star Light, Star Bright Planetarium Program

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Learn about the different sizes and colors of stars, with a demonstration on how they make energy. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $8 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec

Art & Craft Supply Swap

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Bring excess or no-longer-needed craft supplies and get new (to you) supplies. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Art Mart

Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

Browse locally crafted paintings, prints, jewelry, pottery, folk art, sculptures and more. 10 a.m.​​–5 p.m. www.lyndonhouseartsfoundation.com/art-mart

Event Series Abnormal Bazaar

Abnormal Bazaar

Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United States

This market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com

Historic Athens Preservation Celebration

First Christian Church of Athens 268 W. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States

After the 56th Preservation Awards ceremony, enjoy a self-guided tour of historic church architecture and a VIP reception with hors d’oeuvres. 12:30–8:30 p.m. $35–80. bit.ly/springshowcase25

Late Spring Artist Market

The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Browse various art and food vendors. 5–7 p.m. www.theoldpal.com

Farm Dinner

Diamond Hill Farm 545 Millstone Cir, Athens, Georgia

Enjoy a farm tour, drinks, a grazing table and family style meal with all proceeds going towards addressing food insecurity in the local area. 58 p.m. $100110. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com

Farm Yoga

Diamond Hill Farm 545 Millstone Cir, Athens, Georgia

Phelan Lavelle of Grateful Head Yoga leads a yoga session with all proceeds benefiting the Share the Harvest Fund. 12 p.m. $1520. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com

Animal Activism & Rescue Meet-Up

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Join representatives from Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary and Vincent’s Place Sanctuary as they discuss animal rights activism, sanctuary life and how to become an advocate. 36 p.m. FREE! www.givebutter.com/athensmeetup

UGA Presents Preview Event

UGA Performing Arts Center 230 River Rd., Athens, United States

Learn about the 2025–2026 season’s offerings, ask questions and order tickets. 5 p.m. FREE! pac.uga.edu

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets 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

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets 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