Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
SPOA 20th Birthday Bash
Skatepark of Athens 4440 Lexington Rd, Athens, GACelebrate the Skate Park of Athens with live music, food trucks, contests and more. 12–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/Skate_SPOA
Family Fun Festival
Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy rides, games, prizes and food. Apr. 11 & 18, 5–11 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 1–11 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 1–10 p.m. Apr. 14–17, 5–10 p.m. FREE! $30 unlimited ride wristband. www.georgiasquaremall.com
Blues Brews & BBQ Festival
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment presents the annual festival with a special barbecue menu and live music. 3 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv.), $15. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Corinne Wilkinson and live music by Contraplicity. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 12 & 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
Family Fun Festival
Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy rides, games, prizes and food. Apr. 11 & 18, 5–11 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 1–11 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 1–10 p.m. Apr. 14–17, 5–10 p.m. FREE! $30 unlimited ride wristband. www.georgiasquaremall.com
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Poetry & Karma Kat
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesNogin and Nonsense present a night of sign-up poetry and live music. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (poetry), 9:30 p.m. (show). $5. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Celebrate Earth Day
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesEnjoy Earth Day with classes on beekeeping and pollinator gardens plus door prizes, crafts, free seeds and more. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Showroom Spring Fling
More Than Blinds 2595 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GeorgiaExplore the latest in window treatments and more with local industry experts. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.morethanblindsofga.com
Repair Cafe
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaBring broken household items and appliances and work with experienced fellow community members to try and fix them. 5–8 p.m. FREE! [email protected], accgov.com/repaircafe
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne with themed weeks, live music and dancing. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.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
Green Life Awards Ceremony
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesOrganizations and individuals who go above and beyond in creating a more sustainable tomorrow for all of us will be honored and celebrated. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/greenlife
EarthGAY 2025
Odum School of Ecology 140 E. Green St., Athens, GAThis student-led collaboration highlights the intersectionality between queer advocacy and environmentalism with workshops, food and a variety show. 4–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/queer_ecology
Cats at Creature Feline Fundraiser
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMeet and pet adoptable rescue cats and enter raffles to raise funds for Circle of Friends Animal Society. 6–8 p.m. Donations suggested. www.cofas.org
Transition Fair
Clarke County School District 595 Prince Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesConnect with local community agencies and providers to learn about opportunities and resources for people of all disabilities. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
AOC Twilight Criterium
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival returns with pro and amateur cycling races and activities including kids races, a 5K run, live music, an artist market and more. Apr. 25, 12–10 p.m. Apr. 26, 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenstwilight.com
Voice of the Dawgs Q&A
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaScott Howard will lead a discussion with UGA AD Josh Brooks, Head Women’s Tennis Coach Drake Bernstein and Head Softball Coach Tony Baldwin, including a photo op with the football National Championship trophies. 4–6 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
Strike Fashion Show
Geography Geology Building 210 Field St., Athens, United StatesThe Athens branch of Strike Magazine hosts a fashion show featuring local models and designers. 5:45 p.m. (social hour), 7:15 p.m. (runway show). FREE! www.instagram.com/strikemagazineathens
One Night Stand
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. Registration suggested. 6–8 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
AOC Twilight Criterium
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival returns with pro and amateur cycling races and activities including kids races, a 5K run, live music, an artist market and more. Apr. 25, 12–10 p.m. Apr. 26, 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenstwilight.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
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
Bears Birthday Party
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the festivities as resident bears Athena, DJ and Yonah celebrate their birthdays with treats, crafts and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/bearhollow
Bee Lab Pollinator Plant Sale
UGA Horticultural Farm 1221 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GeorgiaBrowse plants for sale and learn information that will help guide you in your planting process. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. bees.caes.uga.edu
Annual Plant Sale
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ladies Garden Club hosts a sale featuring a variety of plants. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
Madison Fest
Madison Town Park 171c GA-83, Madison, United StatesA family-friendly event featuring spring flowers, garden plants, handmade arts and crafts, regional food, crafting activities and live music. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.madisonga.com/350/MadisonFest
Pawsome Dog Adoption & Reunion
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesGame Central Station
Athens Sports Arena 280 Commerce Blvd., Athens, GeorgiaShop from a variety of vendors, enjoy gaming areas, trade collectibles and more. Apr. 26, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Apr. 27, 12–6 p.m. FREE! (12 & under), $10–15 (general admission), $15–25 (VIP). www.gamecentralstation.net
Know Your Rights Outreach
Oconee Street United Methodist Church 595 Oconee St, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn your rights if ICE comes to your door. Apr. 12 & 26, 1 p.m. Apr. 16 & 30, 5:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Athens Volunteer Fair
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesMeet representatives from local social justice related organizations and learn how you can get involved. 1–5 p.m. www.instagram.com/athenscommunityhelpers
Community Conversation: Rebuild
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGeorgia Conflict Center hosts a panel about community, impacts of the criminal legal system, rebuilding trust and more. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.gaconflict.org
Café Apollinaire
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Georgia Fine Arts Academy will present its eighteenth “artsplosion” featuring live music, art, a short film, readings of short plays and comedy. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.georgiafinearts.org
Fair Fashion Spring Market
Starlite Showroom 750 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vintage clothing, handmade goods, art, and home decor plus live music. 12–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/Starliteshowroom
Game Central Station
Athens Sports Arena 280 Commerce Blvd., Athens, GeorgiaShop from a variety of vendors, enjoy gaming areas, trade collectibles and more. Apr. 26, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Apr. 27, 12–6 p.m. FREE! (12 & under), $10–15 (general admission), $15–25 (VIP). www.gamecentralstation.net
Sonny Angel Trading Party
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your Sonny Angel trades and swap with the community. 1:30–3 p.m. FREE! www.treehousekidandcraftcom
Health Meets Hope 5K Run & Walk
Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesFriends of Advantage hosts a fundraiser for mental health awareness and resources with activities, concessions and giveaways. 3–5 p.m. $30. www.friendsofadvantage.org
Georgia Conflict Center’s 15th Anniversary Celebration
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesThe family-friendly event includes live music by Squallé, a performance by The League of Step, adoptable dogs from Athenspets, food trucks, activities and more. 5–9 p.m. FREE! www.gaconflict.org
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Juggler Todd Key
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a comedy juggling show with performer Todd Key. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne with themed weeks, live music and dancing. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
Workforce Connections Expo
1055 Barber 1055 Barber St., Athens, GALearn more about Fair Chance Employment with a panel discussion and resource materials. Registration required. 8:30 a.m. www.envisionathens.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
Know Your Rights Outreach
Oconee Street United Methodist Church 595 Oconee St, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn your rights if ICE comes to your door. Apr. 12 & 26, 1 p.m. Apr. 16 & 30, 5:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Ladies Night Out
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
Spirits Launch Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTry the new Longnose Agave, Warbler Rum and Topknot Vodka with a guided tasting or VIP experience with paired hors d’oeuvres. 5–11 p.m. $15 (tasting), $75 (VIP). www.athenticbrewing.com
