Calendar Picks
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
Dawgstock | Sunday, April 27 @ 12:00 pm | The Foundry
Dawgstock The Foundry
Julien Baker & TORRES | Monday, April 28 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
Khaliko, Oceanic, Recess Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
KHALIKO Four-piece groovy lo-fi alternative surf style band utilizing emotional vocals.
OCEANIC Slick pop from Charlotte, NC for fans of The 1975, Harry Styles and Coldplay.
RECESS PARTY Up-and-coming local Athens alternative rock band with an energetic and upbeat sound.
Weaponized Flesh, Sadistic Ritual, Clot
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesShadebeast Presents. 9 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
WEAPONIZED FLESH Loud, fast thrash metal with intense energy and elements of d-beat punk and hardcore.
SADISTIC RITUAL This heavy metal group of musicians utilizes acidic core sounds with a unique and groundbreaking twist.
CLOT Hard death metal-grind outfit whose head-banging, gritty sound fuels vicious angst and intense thrash.
Twin Tribes, Vision Video, Tears for the Dying
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA Southern Gothic Festival. 9 p.m. (doors). $20. ww.40watt.com
TEARS FOR THE DYING Long-running local deathrock and goth group fronted by songwriter Adria Stembridge.
VISION VIDEO Catchy goth-pop and post-punk act based in Athens.
TWIN TRIBES Dark-wave punk duo hailing from Texas.
DJ GOTH DAD AND TWIN POWERS Vision Video members Dustin Gannon and Dan Geller keep the party going with deathrock, post-punk and other songs to dance to.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Forest Bathing
Oconee Forest Park Behind Intramural Field, Athens, GAA certified forest therapist-led immersive nature walk that introduces positive health strategies Shinrin-yoku. 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenstreecouncil.com
ACCPD Haunted House
ACC Police Department 3035 Lexington Rd, Athens, United StatesThis haunted house features hours for children, then a scarier general public haunt. Oct. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. (Ages 10 & under) & 2–9 p.m. (general public). Oct. 29, 1–5 p.m. (Ages 10 & under) & 6–9 p.m. (general public). Oct. 30, 5–10 p.m. (general public). FREE! (canned food donation). www.accgov.com
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
CatVideoFest
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos. Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 28, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Oct. 30 & Nov. 1, 5:15 p.m. $7–9.75. www.athenscine.com
Heritage Walk: Tour of Hot Corner
Hot Corner Washington and Hull Streets, Athens, GA, United StatesTour one of the most prosperous historically African American business districts in the South with artist and speaker Broderick Flanigan. 2–4 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
The PG Show
Athens, GA Athens, GA, United StatesFirst Annual Homewood Halloween House Party. 100 Sharon Ct. 2–4 p.m. $5 suggested donation.
THE PG SHOW Local kindie rock band plays a special matinee show under the neighborhood pavilion. Followed by a dance party for kids. Costumes encouraged.
Jack-‘O-Lantern Jog
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA Halloween-themed Fun Run and 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. Costumes encouraged. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $22. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
Opening Reception
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesThe Andrews Family Legacy Gallery will feature a collection of drawings, painting and written stories. 2–8 p.m. FREE! www.mmcc-arts.org
Halloween Fest Trunk or Treat
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesWear your costume and enjoy a cake walk, games, fire pit, free food and more. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.holycrossathens.com
Woody Garrison and Friends
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States3–5:30 p.m. $10–20 suggested. www.3railroad.org
WOODY GARRISON Singer-songwriter who transplanted from Hawaii to Athens with a broad range of stylistic influences ranging from country to classical. Today's set features Ken Parris, Mike Flynn and others.
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
The Grass is Dead
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/GrassIsDeadAthens
THE GRASS IS DEAD Grateful Dead cover act with a traditional sensibility of bluegrass, swing and folk music mixed with a psychedelic paintbrush of modern influences.
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
Shocktoberfest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ciné Drive-In presents a month of horror favorites on the big screen, featuring The Ring this night. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (film). $10. www.athenscine.com/shocktoberfest-2023
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe 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
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesParticipants can share their work and get feedback and edits from other writers. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Clarke County Sheriff’s Office Haunted House
Clarke County Sheriff's Office Training Center 2900 County Farm Road, Athens, GAThe CCSO and Sheriff John Q. Williams host a local haunted house. Ages 10 & up. Oct. 26 & 30, 5–8 p.m. FREE! (canned food donation). www.facebook.com/clarkecosheriff
ACCPD Haunted House
ACC Police Department 3035 Lexington Rd, Athens, United StatesThis haunted house features hours for children, then a scarier general public haunt. Oct. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. (Ages 10 & under) & 2–9 p.m. (general public). Oct. 29, 1–5 p.m. (Ages 10 & under) & 6–9 p.m. (general public). Oct. 30, 5–10 p.m. (general public). FREE! (canned food donation). www.accgov.com
CatVideoFest
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos. Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 28, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Oct. 30 & Nov. 1, 5:15 p.m. $7–9.75. www.athenscine.com
Southern Winds
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States5:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
SOUTHERN WINDS UGA graduate wind quintet.
Beginner Guitar Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALearn the basic fundamentals of the guitar. Registration required. Every Monday. Ages 8-11, 5:30-6:20 p.m. Ages 12-17, 6:30-7:20 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Teen Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss this month’s book. Bring your own copy or check one out at the front desk. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Linnentown the Musical Dramatic Reading
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis dramatic reading is of the script for the musical based on Hattie Thomas Whitehead’s book Giving Voice to Linnentown. RSVP required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
Upcycling Workshop
The Winterville Center for Community & Culture 371 N. Church St, Athens, GA, United StatesBring an article of clothing and Jamil of “Z as in” will help you create something new. 6–8 p.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com
Meditation Monday
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesJoin others for a collective tarot reading followed by a guided meditation, breath work, journal prompts and more. All ages. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
Monday Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Out of this World
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
OUT OF THIS WORLD A Halloween bassoon spooktacular.
Bad Movie Night
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLured by a disturbing distress signal, a HAM radio operator is drawn to an abandoned house haunted by a little girl and her creepy clown doll in the schlocky Italian horror classic Ghosthouse. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/BadMovieNight
Cam & His Dam Jam Band, Rae & The Ragdolls
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
CAM & HIS DAM JAM BAND Groovy jam band with roots in jazz, bluegrass and psychedelic funk.
RAE & THE RAGDOLLS Atlanta rock and rollers blending folky psychedelia and room rattling rock.
Needle Teeth, Youth League, Noise Mountain
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
NEEDLE TEETH Sparkle-punk angst-pop out of Athens.
YOUTH LEAGUE Indie-alternative rock trio with an upbeat sound paired with lighthearted vocals and soul.
NOISE MOUNTAIN Inspired by Midwestern alternative rock, this Athens band incorporates both '80s and '90s punk rock into its sound.
Library Trick-or-Treat
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesWear a costume and visit every desk to get all of the treats. All ages. 9 a.m.–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Pre-School Spooky Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Keir for stories, songs, movement and more. Ages 3–5. 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Baby’s First Halloween
reBlossom Mama & Baby Shop 625 Barber St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy music, costumes and Halloween fun. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. www.reblossomathens.com
Boo Y’all Halloween Celebration
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesEnjoy Halloween crafts and games all day long. 12:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
No Phone Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesDisconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
