An evening of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and silent auctions to raise support and awareness of mental health initiatives within the community. 6 p.m. $25–35. www.athensparentwellbeing.org

Pre-party for FLUKE featuring Joey Weiser reading from his new book, The Littlest Fighter, and appearances by Abby Kacen and Stephen Pellnat. 6–9 p.m. www.instagram.com/mild_pain

Wear your favorite party pajamas and enjoy an evening of games, music and a Best Pajamas contest. All proceeds benefit the Athens Area Homeless Shelter. 7–9 p.m. $50. www.helpathenshomeless.org

An independently organized TED event that highlights the UGA’s community involvement in experiences, research and more. 7 p.m. $20. www.tedxuga.com

There will be free health screenings, career coaching, mental health support and community resources. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/belonging

This third annual music festival and fundraiser will feature an art auction and collab beer release benefitting the Carrie Fischer Siegmund Grant for Classroom Innovation. 4–11 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.instagram.com/teamsiegmund

A meet and mingle followed by speed dating sessions for ages 20–30. Registration required. 3–7 p.m. $25. www.athenticbrewing.com

Drop in to taste a variety of French Vermouth on their own and used in a cocktail. 5–7 p.m. $10. www.shoptonique.com

This annual sale will feature landscape ornamentals curated from the garden’s collection of annuals, perennials and more. 8 a.m.​​–1 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu

Fundraiser for research through the Michael J. Fox Foundation. 9 a.m. $28.15–33.44. www.pdathens.weebly.com

Vendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods, with this opening day market also having a pre-sale and day-of plant sale. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com

There will be plant sales, music, food trucks and door prizes. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.cofers.com

Meet teachers, tour the school and learn about educational opportunities. Registration required. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.meadowsong.org

Celebrate with a full-day of entertainment, food and beer. 12–10 p.m. $24.99–299.99. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com

Browse local vendors offering vintage pieces, local art and more. 1–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Second annual tournament with live music, food and drinks in benefit of Love.Craft Athens. 2–4 p.m. (tournament), 4:30–7 p.m. (music and mini golf). $20. www.instagram.com/strangeduckbrewing

Bring signs with your own “hands off” statement to join the march and hear speeches. 3–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/IndivGA10

Sample beers from regional breweries with live music and food trucks in benefit of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation. Ages 21 & up. 1 p.m. $55–85. www.classiccenter.com

Athens Land Trust celebrates its 31st anniversary with an oyster roast, beer release, raffles and live music from Erik Olson Quartet. 2​​–5 p.m. $100. www.athenticbrewing.com

A backyard barbecue showdown in benefit of Friends of Advantage. 2 p.m. $25. www.advantagebhs.org/friends-of-advantage

This annual event is an immersive cultural experience showcasing an array of African cultures through dances, fashion, music and drama. 6 p.m. $13. pac.uga.edu

Dress as your favorite ’90s movie character, play ’90s movie-themed trivia and browse a pop-up record sale from Wuxtry Records. 6–8 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com