Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Strike Fashion Show | Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm | Geography Geology Building
Strike Fashion Show Geography Geology Building
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Madison Fest | Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am | Madison Town Park
Madison Fest Madison Town Park
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets 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
Dave Forker, HEART Music
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
DAVE FORKER Custom Concern member plays solo. (8 a.m.)
HEART MUSIC The local nonprofit dedicated to music education showcases the talents of a few students. (10 a.m.)
The Inside Out
8 p.m. $5. www.rabbitholestudios.org
THE INSIDE OUT Alternative indie rock band from Shelton, CT.
34th Annual Insectival
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the garden staff as they celebrate our insect neighbors with a number of family-friendly activities. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $5-20. www.botgarden.uga.edu
Family Day: Southern/Modern
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore the galleries and play Art Cart games, then make friendship inspired art. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Local History Expo
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet with history organizations from our area and view numerous artifacts on display. All ages. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Open Gallery
Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the studio’s collection of local artist-made pots for sale. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.southernstarstudioathens.com
Bishop Fall Festival
Bishop, GA Bishop, GA, United StatesThis inaugural event features a kids zone, free snow cones, food trucks, raffles and community vendors. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.townofbishop.org
Bishop Fall Festival
Bishop, GA Bishop, GA, United StatesBishop Fall Festival. Crossroads of Hwy. 441 and Old Bishop Road. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.townofbishop.org
THE LUCKY JONES Old school rockin' rhythm and blues.
KATE MORRISEY BAND Literate, sincere local group whose live shows come punctuated with an offbeat sense of humor.
LADY CREECH AND THE MAINSTREET BAND Funk, soul and rock and roll.
COLLECTIVE ARTISTS WORKSHOP Bishop youth sing together.
ACC Library Friends Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 27–30. www.athenslibrary.org
First Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival
College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with traditional food from Latin American and Caribbean countries, folk dancing and live music. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. FREE! Comunidad Chaplain Latinos en USA on Facebook
Hispanic Heritage Month Festival
College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesHispanic Heritage Month Festival. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (festival), 4 p.m. (music). FREE! Find Comunidad Chaplain Latinos en USA on Facebook
SARAH ZÚÑIGA Ecuadorian-Nicaraguan, New York born singer-songwriter and guitarist who has made Athens her home.
TRVY & THE ENEMY High-energy hip-hop artist who weaves introspective lyrics into the psych-infused and sometimes heavy instrumentals of his backing band.
GABRIEL RAMOS Georgia songwriter.
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe 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
Benefit Sidewalk Sale
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesShop a donations-only sidewalk sale directly benefitting Athens Pride + Queer Collective. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Day of Board Game Demonstrations
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesTry new games and watch how they’re played. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
2023 PrideFest
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Pride and Queer Collective’s annual festival features vendors, entertainment and performances, a drag show and more. FREE! 12–6 p.m. www.facebook.com/AthensGAPride
UGA Watch Party
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaUGA Watch Party. 12 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
DJBOBFISH Setting the stadium vibes before, during and after the Georgia Bulldogs versus Auburn Tigers game.
September Days
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesSeptember Days. 12 p.m. (doors), 1 p.m. (show). $20–25/day. $40–45/weekend pass. www.sobrewco.com
WONDERLAND RANGERS Local rabble-rouser Timi Conley performs dance-tastic psych-pop with his all-star backing band. (1 p.m.)
ANCIENT INFANT Athens indie-sleaze and gritty rock and roll band. (1:50 p.m.)
MEREDITH TILTON Soft, dreamy indie-rock singer-songwriter. (2:40 p.m.)
HUNLO Electrified, soulful artist with a soft, inspiring sound. (3:30 p.m.)
PATIO Local band that prides itself on genre-mixing rock, blues and funk. (4:20 p.m.)
SARAH MOOTZ Athens pop artist who confidently conveys emotions through heart-wrenching lyrics and passion. (5:10 p.m.)
DINNER TIME Atlanta indie rock. (6 p.m.)
CDSM Goth-rock synth lines over booming, industrial drums define this apocalyptic band. (6 p.m.)
MONSOON Fine purveyors of art rock from Athens. (7:50 p.m.)
SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere. (8:50 p.m.)
UPCHUCK Five-piece skate punk band from Atlanta whose sound embraces elements of hardcore, psychedelic and garage music. (9:50 p.m.)
Learn Basic Miniature Painting
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your primed miniatures and learn the basics of painting them. Supplies provided. 1 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Family Day
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn afternoon of family fun highlighting the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library’s exhibit “Exploring St. Catherine’s Island.” 1–4 p.m. FREE! libraries.uga.edu
Studio Workshop
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesAmanda Jane Burk will lead a class where participants will learn the traditional printmaking technique of relief carving. Registration required. 1–4 p.m. $15. www.georgiamuseum.org
Cheaper by the Dozen
Brightstone Productions 560 Jerry Smith Dr., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBased on the beloved book and hit movie, this production is a hilarious and heartwarming comedy about a family of 12 children. Sept. 29–30, 7 p.m. Sept. 30 & Oct. 1, 2 p.m. $15. www.brightstoneathens.com
Chili Cook Off
Mai Kai Kava 1035a Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy relaxing vibes, purchase chili samples or bowls to-go and vote for your favorite Chili Chef. 3–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenskava.com
Above Athens
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesHot air balloon festival with tethered balloon rides, food trucks, and free children’s activities. No pets allowed. 3–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
13th Annual Justice Fest
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be a keynote speaker, award presentation, choir and reception. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Opening Reception
Tif Sigfrids 393 N. Finley St., AthensAtlanta-based artist Hasani Sahlehe’s solo exhibition of new paintings, “Favorite Song,” will be on view with a DJ. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.tifsigfrids.com
Artist Talk
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesRenowned photographer discusses and signs copies of his book PUSH: J. Grant Brittain – ‘80s Skateboarding Photography with his photography exhibition on display. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
The Amazing Acro-Cats
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA popular troupe of rescued domestic house cats gives a one-of-a-kind purrformance. $25-60. 7–9 p.m. www.mortontheatre.com
Any Swing Goes
The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of Lindy Hop and West Coast Swing, then practice and meet new friends. 7 p.m. (beginner lesson), 8–10 p.m. (social dancing). $5–10. www.facebook.com/AthensSwingCentral
David Barbe Historical Rock ‘n’ Roll Abstract and 60th Birthday Party
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDavid Barbe Historical Rock 'n' Roll Abstract and 60th Birthday Party. 7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.40watt.com
MERCYLAND Reunited local three-piece punk band fronted by David Barbe, the owner, chief engineer and producer of Chase Park Transduction studios and director of UGA's Music Business program.
BUZZ HUNGRY Following a stint with Bar-B-Q Killers, but before joining Sugar, Barbe fronted Buzz Hungry in '91-'96.
BARBE PLUS Barbe joins Ben Hackett, Graham Powers, McKendrick Bearden, Will Heffner and Lars Heffner.
THE (SEMI) QUICK HOOKS Quick Hooks songs backed by Frank McDonald, Jon Mills and Jeremy Wheatley.
Jackson County Jamboree
Jackson County Historic Courthouse 85 Washington St., Jefferson, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10–15. www.facebook.com/JacksonCountyJamboree
ORIGINAL COURTHOUSE ALL-STAR STRING BAND Toe-tapping bluegrass music.
CAT HEAD BISCUIT HOUR Fun acoustic Americana.
HAILEY SMITH Harpist performing sacred, Celtic and traditional folk tunes. She will be joined by bassist Keith Morris, fiddler Sally Stites, guitarist/banjoist Mark Garrison and banjoist/vocalist Al McLeod.
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 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
UGA Theatre: Silent Sky
UGA Cellar Theatre Fine Arts Building, 255 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, United StatesGeorgia playwright Lauren Gunderson presents the true story of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt. ASL interpretation nights are available. Sept. 28–30; Oct. 4–6, 8 p.m. Oct. 1 & 8, 2 p.m. $6–18. www.ugatheatre.com
Perfect Arrangement
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSitcom-style laughs with provocative drama as two closeted U.S. State Department employees struggle to maintain their cover during the Lavender Scare of 1950s America. Sept. 29–30; Oct. 5–7, 8 p.m. Sept. 31 & Oct. 8, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
The Lickskillets, The Ramona Quimbys
Gyro Wrap 114 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! Find The Lickskillets on Facebook
THE LICKSKILLETS Southern gothic band playing traditional Appalachian murder ballads, original murdery ballads, and murder-adjacent classic folk and country tunes.
THE RAMONA QUIMBYS No info available.
The Taylor Party
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (party). $25. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE TAYLOR PARTY Dance to songs by Taylor Swift.
Holy Ghost Tabernacle Choir, 20 Watt Tombstone, Horseburner
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesShadebeast's 6th Anniversary. 9 p.m. (doors). $15. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
HOLY GHOST TABERNACLE CHOIR Heavy metal outfit from Savannah that uses its platform to create art about equality and social acceptance.
20 WATT TOMBSTONE Death blues metal band hailing from Wisconsin.
HORSEBURNER Riff-heavy stoner metal group from West Virginia who's music aims to "shake your insides."
Pilgrim, Fabulous Bird, Jacob Morris
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
PILGRIM Local hard-hitting, riff-heavy rock band led by songwriter Paul McHugh.
FABULOUS BIRD Catchy, lo-fi indie rock with the character of old guitars and drums that've been collecting dust in a garage for years.
JACOB MORRIS Mellow NC-based folk multi-instrumentalist (Vic Chesnutt, Ham1, Madeline Adams) who is celebrating the release of his new EP, Slow Funeral.
Aurelio Voltaire, DJ Goth Dad
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesGoth Night. 10 p.m. $15. www.athenscine.com
AURELIO VOLTAIRE A leading figure of the dark cabaret genre, Voltaire performs dark, yet often light-hearted songs about the macabre.
DJ GOTH DAD Dustin Gannon of Vision Video leads a dance party spinning goth, post-punk, '80s, Halloween music and more.
1000 Meals
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesStop by for a free meal with no questions asked. 9 a.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Secret Record Swap
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse thousands of vinyl records, CDs, tapes, posters, DVDs, cassettes, T-shirts and more for sale by vendors from all around the Southeast. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $5 (early admission), FREE! www.facebook.com/secretrecordswap
Athens YOGA Collective
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class on the patio. First and third Sundays, 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Beginner Basics In Acrylic
K.A. Artist Shop 127 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal artist Lauren Adams leads a one-day workshop for adults about acrylic painting materials, color-mixing and other essential painting tips. 1–4 p.m. $45. www.kaartist.com
Rabbit Hole Sunday Market
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSmall 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
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Open House
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesRevolution Therapy and Yoga will showcase classes as well as opportunities to explore therapy offerings. 1:30–5:45 p.m. FREE! www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
