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
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
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
Harriet and Armstead Powers Recommittal Ceremony
Gospel Pilgrim Cemetery 530 Fourth Street, Athens, United StatesThe legacy of the enslaved woman turned iconic quiltmaker and folk artist will be celebrated with a new memorial and a ceremony. 11 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
Mother Lode Fall Market
Washington Square Studio 253 W. Washington St., Athens, GABrowse a market pop-up with vintage clothing, handmade items and more. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. www.instagram.com/motherlodeathens
Holiday Open House
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a tour of the decorated Taylor-Grady House, and enjoy treats and carols from local choirs. Dec. 2–3, 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.taylorgradyhouse.weebly.com
Photos with Tattooed Santa
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTake photos with this non-traditional Santa for a donation to Toys for Tots or Sweet Olive Farm. 2–7 p.m. www.3ravenstattoo.com
Holiday Market
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse art, handmade gifts, vintage goods and more. Dec. 2–3, 2–7 p.m. www.sobrewco.com
Tapestry Holiday Concert
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. FREE! www.meridianwomenschorus.org
TAPESTRY HOLIDAY CONCERT Featuring the Meridian Women's Chorus, Athens Recorder Ensemble, the Trinity Lutheran Handbell Choir and the Oconee High School Chorus.
Shop Small Crawl
Baxter St. Baxter St., Athens, GAShop at over 35 women-owned shops, pop-ups and business for a variety of locally crafted or artful items. Dec. 1–2, 4–8 p.m. Dec. 3, 12–4 p.m. www.instagram.com/womenownedathens
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
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
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.
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
That’s Rad! Presents A Very Pop Xmas
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA Very Rad Pop Punk Christmas. 7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.40watt.com
THAT'S RAD! Pop-punk cover band playing songs by Blink 182, Good Charlotte and other pop-punk hits. Tonight's event also includes an ugly sweater contest, toy drive, MILF and cookies, and local business giveaways.
NIX THE SCIENTIST Progressive rock trio based in Atlanta by way of Athens that will play Paramore covers.
WAY PAST COOL Fast, catchy, melodic sing-a-long pop-punk anthems with a classic '90s vibe that will play Green Day covers.
Newport Transplant, Yer Flowers
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
NEWPORT TRANSPLANT Dynamic honky-tonk band straddling punk rock and sci-fi wonder.
YER FLOWERS Knoxville, TN-based quartet whose sound is a healthy blend of honky-tonk, country, pop and punk energy.
Kentaro and the Ramen Flag Band, The Flying V
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $12, $42 (includes art print). [email protected]
KENTARO AND THE RAMEN FLAG BAND Japanese act known for hilarious on-stage antics and banter.
THE FLYING V Athens quack-rock kings.
The Ides of June
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE IDES OF JUNE Blues rock quartet out of Atlanta.
