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
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
180 Cleveland Ave 180 Cleveland Ave, Athens, GABrowse Maria Dondero’s hand-crafted goods at Marmalade Pottery Studio. Dec. 1, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. www.mariadondero.com
Meet & Play
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Woodhill Artists Market
Woodhill Retreat Center 4745 Bob Godfrey Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse locally-crafted functional and decorative art, clothing, jewelry, candles and more. Dec. 1, 3–8 p.m. Dec. 2–3 & 9–10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2023
Shop Small Crawl
Barber St. Barber St., Athens, GAShop at over 35 women-owned shops, pop-ups and business for a variety of locally crafted or artful items. Barber Street Dec. 1, 4–8 p.m. Baxter Street Dec. 2, 4–8 p.m. Downtown Athens Dec. 3, 12–4 p.m. www.instagram.com/womenownedathens
2023 Holiday Market
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesAnnual juried event with 50 artists and crafters featuring pottery, paintings, fiber art, photography and more. Dec. 1, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 2, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. $5. www.ocaf.com
Light the Lights
Bishop Town Hall 5081 Macon Hwy, Bishop, United StatesBrowse the holiday market and enjoy hot chocolate, music, kids crafts and more. 4 p.m. (market), 6 p.m. (activities). FREE! www.facebook.com/bishopga
UGA Women’s Hockey Club vs. South Carolina
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesDeck out in your favorite fan gear and cheer on the hockey club. 5 p.m. $10. www.classiccenter.com
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWorks by Elizabeth Hanes will be on display. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Christmas in Jefferson
Downtown JeffersonShop by candlelight at pop-up vendors and brick-and-mortar shops with music, horse drawn carriage rides and photo ops. 5–9 p.m. www.cityofjeffersonga.com
Celebrate Recovery Free Dinner
Living Hope Church 2150 Lexington Rd., Athens, United StatesChrist-centered 12-step program to help anyone with heart hurt, hang-up or habit. Free childcare, and bus route accessible. 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:30 p.m. (large group). FREE! 706-207-2396
Deck the Hollow
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the holidays in lights with local artist vendors, animal encounters and more. Dec. 1–3 & 8–10, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo
Opening Reception
MAGallery 125 W Jefferson St, Madison, United StatesThe annual gallery artist show “MAG SQUARED” will feature small, square-shaped art from over 20 artists. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.themadisonartistsguild.org
Opening Reception
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA’s BFA Fall 2023 Capstone Exhibition “Interwoven” features ceramics, paintings, photography and more. 6–8 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight Seven Sacred Teachings with Robert Black Eagle. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Beechwood’s Holiday Market
Beechwood Shopping Center 196 Alps Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy hayrides, face painting, food trucks, smore’s, photos with Santa and more. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/beechwoodathens
Hootenanny
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesHootenanny. 5–10 p.m. (event), 6 p.m. (music). www.sobrewco.com
WADE NEWBURY Easy listening tunes and classics on guitar.
Opening Reception
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesValley Stipemaas’ artwork inspired by wildlife and the contortion and study of anatomy will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Stripper Cult, Pink Runtz, Llorona, Self Inflicted, Beat Up
Redline 1958 Winterville Rd, Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/redline_athens
STRIPPER CULT Chaotic street punk from Hate City.
PINK RUNTZ Grungey punk from Atlanta.
LLORONA Brutal hardcore from Murfreesboro, TN.
SELF INFLICTED Self-described "piss-core" band based in Nashville.
BEAT UP Athens punx resisting the darkest timeline. Record release show!
A Gift to Remember
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesDuring this holiday performance, a group of strangers are delayed in their travels and forced to bond. Dec. 1–2 & 8–9, 7 p.m. Dec. 3 & 10, 2 p.m. $11 (adv.), $16. 706-213-3109
Rick Fowler Band
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
RICK FOWLER BAND Original, guitar-driven local blues-rock group.
Parking Garage, Violent Violet, Slink
Gyro Wrap 114 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $5. www.gyrowrap.com
PARKING GARAGE The local salty alt boys with the brass and the sass.
VIOLENT VIOLET Local noise rock focus-grouped for medication ads.
SLINK Midwest emo band, but from the Southeast.
Hog-eyed Man, Paddy League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
HOG-EYED MAN Georgia stringband wizards playing pre-bluegrass Appalachian music.
PADDY LEAGUE Panayotis "Paddy" League is a master or Irish and Greek traditions.
Umphrey’s McGee
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $52.50. www.georgiatheatre.com
UMPHREY'S MCGEE Six-piece jam band formed 24 years ago in South Bend, IN.
Fall 2023 Runway Show
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States“Silver Linings; A Light in the Dark” is a student-produced and designed runway fashion show experience. 7:30 p.m. $10–12. bit.ly/fdsasl23
UGA Men’s Hockey vs. Oklahoma State
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesDeck out in your favorite fan gear and cheer on the Ice Dawgs. 7:30 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.classiccenter.com
Annual Holiday Concert
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $25. pac.uga.edu
ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT Ensembles from the UGA School of Music perform kick off the holiday season.
Hootenanny
Southern Brewing Co., Monroe 123 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesHootenanny. 2–11 p.m. (event), 7:30 p.m. (music). www.sobrewco.com
KIMBLE CRANE Local singer-songwriter.
small talk, BIG SHOW
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA late night talk show hosted by Matt House featuring libbaloops, Kelly Petronis and Olive McKay. 8–9:15 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Junie B in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a mixed cast of children and adults in this holiday-themed play. Dec. 1–2, 8–9 & 15–16, 8 p.m. Dec. 10 & 17, 2:30 p.m. $20. www.onstagewalton.org
Sensational Sounds of Motown
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15-20. www.graduatehotels.com
SENSATIONAL SOUNDS OF MOTOWN A Motown Records cover band who has been performing throughout the Southeast for years.
Husk, Ape Vermin, Kettle to Wake
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesShadebeast Presents. 9 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
HUSK Local heavy metal band with Southern and sludge influences.
APE VERMIN North Carolina-based trio described as progressive sludge-metal.
KETTLE TO WAKE Athens and Asheville-based death metal band.
The Talismen
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUmphrey's McGee After Party. 9:30 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE TALISMEN Funky jam prov rockers.
Record Roundabout Dance Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.athenscine.com
RECORD ROUNDABOUT DANCE PARTY Timmy Tumble, Kurt Wood, DJ Jaggar and DJ Mahogany will spin 45s all night long with lots of garage rock, Motown, Stax, and rock and roll.
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
Dror Arussi, Acoustic Jam
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
DROR ARUSSI Classical guitar. (8 a.m.)
ACOUSTIC JAM Bring an instrument and join in. (10 a.m.)
Breakfast with Santa
Camp Kiwanis 2613 Old Wildcat Bridge Rd., Danielsville, GA, United StatesWork in the elves workshop for a take home craft, and chat with Santa to share your holiday wish list. Registration required. 9 a.m. $10. www.tinyurl.com/CK23BfastwithSanta
Holiday Market
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesBrowse locally-sourced food items and handcrafted gifts, and enjoy a petting zoo, holiday crafts, live music and more. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.farmviewmarket.com
Holi-Ladder-Day Market
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a rotating exhibit of local artist creations displayed on ladders. Dec. 2 & 9, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.tinyathgallery.com
Holiday Open House & Aloka Home Popup
R. Wood Studio 450 Georgia Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse R. Wood’s hand-crafted ceramic goods, plus gourmet pantry items, homegoods, a textile pop-up shop and more. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. www.rwoodstudio.com
Nancy Green Group Holiday Ceramic Studio Sale
Nancy Green Ceramics 1500 Tappan Spur Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a diverse array of traditional and contemporary ceramic pieces. Dec. 2–3, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 706-410-5200
December Open House Pottery Sale
Farmington Pottery 1171 Freeman Creek Rd., Bishop, GA, United StatesBrowse wood- and gas-fired pots for house and garden, plus handmade soaps and botanical skincare products. Dec. 2–3, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
440 Laurel Ave. 440 Laurel Ave., Comer, United StatesBrowse Mathew Meunier’s functional pottery featuring surface textures and geometric forms. Dec. 2–3, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. [email protected]
Holiday Sale
Rose Creek Pottery 1051 Rose Creek Dr., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse Lori Breedlove’s wood-fired functional pottery ware like pots, vases, bowls and more. Dec. 2–3, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.rosecreekpottery.com
2023 Holiday Market
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesAnnual juried event with 50 artists and crafters featuring pottery, paintings, fiber art, photography and more. Dec. 1, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 2, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. $5. www.ocaf.com
Walk Into Wellness
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesRelieve holiday stress with an hour walk suitable for all fitness levels. All ages. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Snapshots with Santa
reBlossom Mama & Baby Shop 625 Barber St., Athens, GA, United StatesVisit and take a photo with Santa, with proceeds benefitting Athens Parent Wellbeing. Registration required. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $10. www.reblossomathens.com
Christmas Bazaar and Book Sale
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesBrowse fresh wreaths, themed gift baskets, handmade ornaments and more along with a selection of $5/bag books. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.oglethorpefol.org
Handmade Hollyday
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse art, handmade gifts, vintage goods and more with a food truck on site. Dec. 2–3, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.treehousekidandcraft.com
Open Studio & Holiday Sale
Hidden Hills Ln. 180 Hidden Hills Ln., Athens, GABrowse artist Shawn Ireland’s handcrafted pottery and paintings. 10 a.m.–4 p.m www.shanirelandpottery.com
