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. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Diamond Hill Farm Stand

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

Vegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com

Event Series Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

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

Browse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu

Ladies Night Out

Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United States

Enjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com

The Georgia Rodeo

Athens Fairgrounds 1001 Dunlap Road, Winterville, GA, United States

POSTPONED.

Event Series Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

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

Browse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu

Chan Art x Little Light Co. Gameday Pop-Up

Graduate Athens 295 E. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States

Pre-game the UGA vs. Kentucky game with UGA prints, stickers, cups, locally-made candles and game day bags customized on-site, plus a performance by Bea Porges. 8–11 a.m. FREE! www.graduatehotels.com/happenings-us

Athens Farmers Market

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

Markets 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

Event Series Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

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

Browse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu

Spooktacular Book Sale

Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United States

Fill a large bag of books for only $5 with proceeds benefitting the The Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org

Seconds Sale

Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Shop discounted, locally-made pottery with small flaws or inconsistencies. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.southernstarstudioathens.com

West Broad Farmers Market

West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United States

The 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

North Georgia Folk Festival

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

This 38th annual festival will showcase musicians, artists and craftspeople from around North Georgia. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $8–15 (kids under 12 FREE!). www.northgeorgiafolkfestival.org

Nevermore

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

Join in remembrance of Edgar Allan Poe on the anniversary of his death with readings, trivia, videos, snacks and prizes. 2–​​3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Event Series Zombie Farms

Zombie Farms

Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United States

Haunted 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

Faith & Blue

Chestnut Grove Baptist Church

This event will feature local faith-based organizations, law enforcement, community groups and businesses coming together with refreshments. 11 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/calendar

Event Series Rabbit Hole Sunday Market

Rabbit Hole Sunday Market

Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Small 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

Strings of the Heart

Healing Arts Centre 834 Prince Ave,, Athens, GA, United States

Relax and rejuvenate with a restorative yoga flow to live classical Hindustani Sitar music, followed by a musical concert. 3:30–6 p.m. $25 (per event), $35 (both). www.stringsoftheheartmusic.com

Monday Marigold Market

100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United States

The 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

No Phone Party

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

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. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Diamond Hill Farm Stand

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

Vegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com

Event Series Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

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

Browse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu

Event Series Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

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

Browse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu

Event Series Fish Fry

Fish Fry

Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United States

KJ’s Fish Joint will pop-up to bring customers a traditional Southern fish fry dinner. Second and fourth Fridays, 5–9 p.m. www.soswhiskey.com

Porchfest 2023 Kick-Off

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

Pick up your pre-ordered Porchfest merch, celebrate the book release of Tomorrow and Tomorrow, play Athens history trivia and grab food from Homy’s Kitchen. 5–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Event Series Zombie Farms

Zombie Farms

Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United States

Haunted 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

Athens Farmers Market

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

Markets 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

10th Annual Athens Vulture Festival

ACC Landfill Outdoor Classroom 5700 Lexington Rd., Winterville, GA, United States

The festival is a celebration of “nature’s clean-up crew.” Learn about the importance of vultures and the role of ACC’s landfill property. 8 a.m.–​​12 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/vulture

Native Plant Sale Pop-Up

Choco Pronto Coffee 700 Baxter St., Athens, United States

Royal Landscape & Gardens will be showcasing and selling native Georgia plants. 8 a.m.–3 p.m. www.royallandscapedesign.com

Event Series Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

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

Browse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu

2nd Annual Chessathon

College Avenue Athens, GA

Chess and Community, Inc. hosts a day of chess for all skill levels plus refreshments and the chance to win a variety of prizes. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.chessandcommunity.org

West Broad Farmers Market

West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United States

The 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

Resource Fair

Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

The Backpack Project of Athens hosts different local service providers, government departments and student organizations to provide community services and resources.  11​​ a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.athens.thebackpackproject.ngo

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

Athens Pagan Pride

Downtown Athens Athens

Celebrate activism and community with performances, classes, workshops and vendors. 2–​​10 p.m. FREE! www.athensareapagans.org/appd

Toast To The Coast

Odum School of Ecology Auditorium 140 E. Green St, Athens, GA, United States

Celebrate those working to protect and conserve native species with oysters, cocktails, shell recycling and a DJ set by Lil Swint. 3​​–6 p.m. $50​​–100. www.ecology.uga.edu

Rock ‘n Art in the Park

Rocket Field 200 2nd St, Watkinsville, GA, United States

During this outdoor family celebration there will be mural painting, live music by The Splitz Band and food, wine and beer for sale. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/VisitOconeeGa

Athens Folk Music and Dance Society Contra Dance

Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United States

This community dance features live music by String Theory. 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

Athens Westie Night

The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United States

Join a beginner dance lesson for West Coast Swing at 7 p.m. before the floor opens up for social dancing. No experience or partner required. 7–10 p.m. $5–10. www.facebook.com/AthensSwingCentral

Event Series Zombie Farms

Zombie Farms

Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United States

Haunted 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