Calendar Picks
Athens Clay Trail | Sunday, June 8 @ 9:00 am | Various Locations
Athens Clay Trail Various Locations
Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2025 | Sunday, June 8 @ 5:00 pm | Morton Theatre
Miss Juneteenth Pag... Morton Theatre
John Berry, Michael C. Steele, Kenny Head, Bill Pappas | Saturday, June 28 @ 2:00 pm | Normaltown Brewing Co.
John Berry, Michael... Normaltown Brewing Co.
The Rumpus Rally Official Pre-Party
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaThe Rumpus Rally Official Pre-Party. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.wildrumpus.org
ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.
LOVE.CRAFT BAND Crew members of Love.Craft Athens perform songs.
DEKADANCE No info available.
Athens Creepy Crawl
Downtown Athens AthensThis inaugural parade features trick or treating and a spooky scavenger hunt at participating businesses. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.3ravenstattoo.com/creepycrawl
Wild Rumpus Parade & Spectacle
Downtown Athens AthensAll are invited to participate in the costumed parade marching through downtown and ending in a dance party. There will be a pre-parade rally at Creature Comforts Brewing Co. and after-party at Paloma Park. 5–8 p.m. (rally), 8–11 p.m. (parade & spectacle), 11 p.m.–2 a.m. (after-party). FREE! www.wildrumpus.org
Grains of Sand
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/GrainsOfSandOct26
GRAINS OF SAND Effortlessly blending Carolina Beach, soul and Motown music, the GOS create a fresh and energetic sound that will have you feeling the warm sand between your toes again.
11th Annual Haunted Hayride
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a spooky ride through the covered bridge and around the park as well as childrens activities, vendors and more. 6:30–10 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
The Bones of St. Michael
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States7 p.m. $20. www.3railroad.org
THE BONES OF ST. MICHAEL Jazz band inspired by the 1920s French dance club scene that includes veteran musicians sharing members with the Hobohemians, Humdingers and others.
Corey Smith, Levi Lowrey
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $35. www.georgiatheatre.com
COREY SMITH A native of Jefferson, this country music artist is touring for his 11th album.
LEVI LOWREY Americana singer-songwriter from Dacula who has toured extensively both solo and as support for bands like Mumford & Sons and Blackberry Smoke.
Rauncher, Schmuk, Obscurity, King Lord
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
RAUNCHER New project blending electronic, house and bass music.
SCHMUK Athens egg punk group.
OBSCURITY New local synth-punk duo.
KING LORD Sample-based dark techno for a post-god world.
Wild Rumpus Parade & Spectacle
Downtown Athens Athens8–11 p.m. FREE! www.wildrumpus.org
WILD RUMPUS PARADE & SPECTACLE Performers along the parade route include El ChupaSKAbra, Fishbug, Beast Mode, Woah Nelly, Nadia Vaeh, Karma Kat, Father Werewolf, Libbaloops + Bryant Perez, Jiig + Molly'Tu Hott, Squallé and Trepid (featuring Grandfath3er). The parade culminates in a dance party with The Booty Boyz, Fairez and DJ Ellwin, plus performances by League of Step, Danza Azteca and Belli Dance Company.
Aquatic Soul Tribute Show
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
AQUATIC SOUL TRIBUTE SHOW Soul music, Motown, R&B and blues.
2nd Time Around Band
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesHalloween Costume Party. 7:30 p.m. (doors), 8–11:30 p.m. (show). $10. www.boutierwinery.com
2ND TIME AROUND BAND Covers of modern and classic rock songs.
2nd Annual Southern Gothic Festival
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States2nd Annual Southern Gothic Festival. 8:30 p.m. (doors). $45, $70 (two-day pass). www.40watt.com
THE CHAMELEONS Formed in Greater Manchester in 1981, this recently reunited band is known for its atmospheric, guitar-based sound and shared its first studio release in 21 years earlier this year.
VISION VIDEO Catchy goth-pop and post-punk act based in Athens.
DECEITS Passionate post-punk from Los Angeles.
MISS CHERRY DELIGHT NYC-based shock rocker with industrial, goth and hard rock melodies.
Change of Heart, CCRn’t
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
CHANGE OF HEART Members of Classic City Jukebox and Pilgrim play a tribute to Tom Petty.
CCRN'T A tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival.
The Midnight Howl
Paloma Park 235 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesWild Rumpus' Midnight Howl After-Party. 11 p.m.–2 a.m. FREE! www.wildrumpus.org
CARDYNAL & THE FLOCK An eclectic, multi-faceted producer, instrumentalist and vocalist delivering hard-hitting, witty bars and unforgettably catchy hooks and melodies.
BROASIS Local Oasis cover band.
Library Spooktacular
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in for crafts, games or to check out some spooky books. Costumes encouraged. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Athens Home Expo
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living and more. Oct. 25, 12–6 p.m. Oct. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 27, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
Big Jump Festival
Skydive Monroe 535 Towler St, Monroe, United StatesESP’s annual family-focused fall festival will feature food trucks, inflatables, accessible activities and skydive watching. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. $5. www.espyouandme.org
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaEnjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 12, 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 13, 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccityflowers.com
Biggest Art Party Ever
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring a blanket, project, musical instruments or whatever you want to make and enjoy an art trading table and live music. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.treehousekidandcraft.com
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. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Jack-O-Lantern Jog
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA Halloween-themed Goblin Fun Run and 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. Costumes encouraged. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $25. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
Author Talk
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesPoets James Crews and Claire Coenen will read from their works and discuss poetry as a compassionate practice. 2 p.m. $24.99 (book purchase required). www.avidbookshop.com
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Contact for Location GA, United StatesAmy Andrews will guide an exploration of the history of Prince Avenue. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Mario Kart 64 Tournament
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your skills and compete against fellow gamers. 2–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Trunk or Treat Halloween Fest
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. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.holycrossathens.com
Closing Reception
Tiger's Eye Gallery 675 Pulaski Steet, STE 1600, Athens, United StatesColeman Barks’ exhibition will be on view with a poetry reading by him and live music. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.tigerseyegallery.com
Fall Festival
First Baptist Church 355 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy games, prizes, a hot dog dinner, trunk or treat and more. 5–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.firstbaptistathens.org
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Slippers, Red Henry and the House of Bamboo, Isra and the Paisleys
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. $12. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
SLIPPERS Elephant 6-influenced indie pop.
RED HENRY AND THE HOUSE OF BAMBOO Down-to-earth alternative country from Atlanta.
ISRA AND THE PAISLEYS Atlanta/Athens bubblegum pop band.
Spirits of Athens Haunted Ghost Tour
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a trolley tour with local haunted history expert Jeff Clarke and learn about the history of locations around the downtown area. Ages 21 & up. Oct. 24 & 27, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. $48. www.athenstrollytours.com
Vic Varney, Clouds
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
VIC VARNEY Former Method Actors frontman credited with assisting the explosion of alternative rock in Athens.
CLOUDS Athens-based bossa nova group.
Library Spooktacular
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in for crafts, games or to check out some spooky books. Costumes encouraged. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
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. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Tiny Tales at the Zoo
Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy storytime, a craft and a chance to meet an ambassador animal up close. Ages 6 & under. Registration required. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
Classic City Rotary
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
Fentanyl Dangers & Awareness
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesParent Angela King and former DEA Agent Armando Roche will discuss the dangers of fentanyl, access to Narcan and more. 12 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Repertory Singers
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States3:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
REPERTORY SINGERS A mixed chamber choir directed by graduate student conductors.
Tween Steam Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in and build your own creations with a variety of STEM toys. Ages 8-12. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Beginner Guitar Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn 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. $10 (ACC resident), $15 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Club Ned Anime Society
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Paranoia Agent,” “Kaguya-sama” and “Saiki-K.” 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
Script to Stage
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesHattie Thomas Whitehead will discuss her journey in adapting her book into a stage production and how other local authors can produce musicals and stage plays of their own. 6 p.m. FREE! Script to Stage on Facebook
Improv Comedy Workshop
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of improvised comedy from Matt House. No experience required. 6:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Paint & Sip
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesFollow a Dia De Los Muertos sugar skull painting tutorial with alcohol-free beverages. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Nuçi’s Space Jam
Nuçi's Space 396 Oconee St., Athens, GA, United StatesNuçi's Space Jam. 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.nuci.org
A.D. BLANCO Local Athens alternative-rock band inspired by '90s grunge and punk.
PATIO Local funk-rock band.
Christian Hayes
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $16. www.40watt.com
CHRISTIAN HAYNES Cinematic folk and rowdy barn-burning Americana inspired by Southern storytelling.
